ECU reflash at Mazda

[MS3077]

i did the reflash today, got about 3 miles down the road and threw a CEL, P2801 (or something like that ) running lean at idle speeds. went back and cleared it. Drove about 20 more miles and threw it again. gotta check my connections on my FMIC and vac lines and see if its an error on my end. other than that, i'm pretty happy with the performance (what little is noticable)

It's nice to know they even did the reflash on yours considering you are Modded all to hell

 

[blacksheepms3]

i did the reflash today, got about 3 miles down the road and threw a CEL, P2801 (or something like that ) running lean at idle speeds. went back and cleared it. Drove about 20 more miles and threw it again. gotta check my connections on my FMIC and vac lines and see if its an error on my end. other than that, i'm pretty happy with the performance (what little is noticable)

that's good that they did it even with the fmic peaking up front. I have a dp and i plan on hiding it with customized heat shields before i'll get it reflashed to keep the warranty nazis at bay. Should i install my stock wheels with the tpms in it so the reflash can be done? I heard all sensors have to be in the car for any reflash to be done.

 

[Darkhorse]

It's nice to know they even did the reflash on yours considering you are Modded all to hell

yeah seriously. i hate dealerships. anyways. i got it done today as well today. I honestly don't really know. at time my butt dyno is saying yeah it pulls harder which i think it does and then i just second guess myself. anywho, seems like less soot buildup though. Anyone else notice that?

 

[MS3077]

I'm getting mine done this saturday

 

[EngulfinFlames]

It's nice to know they even did the reflash on yours considering you are Modded all to hell

yea, the guy at the service desk even asked if it was a CP-e FMIC.

 

[AutoXRacer]

Hmm... Less soot would be nice.
As far as more power...hell, I can't even tell if mods give more power anymore. Once you reach a certain level...5-10-15 HP won't be felt...its all wheel spin...(burnout)(lol2)

 

[MS3077]

Hmm... Less soot would be nice.
As far as more power...hell, I can't even tell if mods give more power anymore. Once you reach a certain level...5-10-15 HP won't be felt...its all wheel spin...(burnout)(lol2)

Yeah I don't really see the point in adding a bigger turbo on this car.
I love this car but come on.. It's FWD

 

[flyrevs]

that's good that they did it even with the fmic peaking up front. I have a dp and i plan on hiding it with customized heat shields before i'll get it reflashed to keep the warranty nazis at bay. Should i install my stock wheels with the tpms in it so the reflash can be done? I heard all sensors have to be in the car for any reflash to be done.

i have my winter rims on (no tpms) and got the re-flash done today so don't worry about tpms - it doesn't matter

 

[staples187]

So if you don't have a powertrain warranty, does that mean they don't cover recalls?

 

[AutoXRacer]

Just got an appointment for Friday!!!

 

[AutoXRacer]

For those of you that had the reflash done, did you have the listed symptoms/issues listed in the TSB?

 

[Shane5425]

yes, i had bad cold startups when the weather was cold.. after it warmed up , it was fine.. this clear this problem with cold startups..

 

[knowledge007]

Well, i just got back from the dealer. PCM update and pump replaced. Car is acting alittle korcky, I drove approx. 15 miles back to work. I am going to let settle in for about another 35 miles... I will get back to you guys.

 

[SPEED305]

Please Do!

 

[blacksheepms3]

i have my winter rims on (no tpms) and got the re-flash done today so don't worry about tpms - it doesn't matter

thanks for the info.

 

[wisniaPl]

no reflash for me my car is under vin I should get it but I didnt have any problems and cels so they said come back if something will be wrong fuckers Im waiting for cobb ap

 

[staples187]

That's because they can't get paid by Mazda since there wasnt anything actually done to the car. If you would have said I had a check engine light and it went away then they could do the reflash.

 

[knowledge007]

Well so far so good, nothing really noticable. Everything seems to be fine... Knock on wood.

 

[AutoXRacer]

Well so far so good, nothing really noticable. Everything seems to be fine... Knock on wood.

No improvement... Changes? Nothing? (huh)

 

[knowledge007]

Well, I am not sure, car tends to pull a tad harder. For the rough idle, it seems to have dissipated somewhat. The only thing I can feel now is the exhaust b/c of the 88 duro rear engine mount. But, the cold start hesitations, I will have to give more time. Its only been a day. But I can say, the car started this morning with no probs...