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NJScorpio · 05-12-2015, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MR-02

Hi just some clarification...when you say your codes cleared up...do you mean after you reset them or they just went off by themselves? If they went off by themselves, after approx. how many restarts?

Thanks

I'll clear up the sequence of events.....

I started my car on SP8, did not let my car properly warm up, drove about 50 feet, then got a Reduced Engine Power warning (and reduced power) and a steady CEL. I shut my car, the Reduced Engine Power went away (car returned to normal power), but the steady CEL remained on. The VTC remained on SP8 the whole time.

Highway driving on the way to work, with the CEL on, the Reduced Engine Power alert came back with the reduction of power. I pull over, shut the car, turn it back on, and the Reduced Engine Power went away with power returning to normal, but the steady CEL remained (the entire morning).

I parked my car for about 8 hours.

I turn the key on for accessory, to power up my VTC, and set it to SP0. I started my car. The CEL was still on. I drove about 15 minutes (half my commute), pulled over, and shut my car for about 3 minutes. I turned it back on, and the CEL was gone. Everything appeared normal.

I drove home on SP0, then the next morning started my commute on SP0 again. 15 minutes in, without shutting my car, I changed to SP8. No problems that day, or since.

So I didn't actually do anything to clear the codes other let the car sit, change to SP0 before starting, run it on SP0 for about 15 minutes, then shut the car, and restart (still on SP0).

Spiderbob · 06-02-2015, 09:26 PM

Have they got the bugs worked out on this for the LFx engine. I want one but not if it is continuing to have issues. Has Ahmed addressed this yet? I read the thread and haven't seen one. I know he is good about warranty, I just don't want something that is unreliable. Thanks

6bangerBOOM · 06-02-2015, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Spiderbob

Have they got the bugs worked out on this for the LFx engine. I want one but not if it is continuing to have issues. Has Ahmed addressed this yet? I read the thread and haven't seen one. I know he is good about warranty, I just don't want something that is unreliable. Thanks

As far as an official word goes, no there hasn't been anything. Unless it's a true manufacturing issue there is no way Ahmed could get to the bottom of this unless he is able to watch a car malfunction. Clearly there is an issue that involves the VTC, but it's not fully clear what exactly the issue is. I think most people believe it has more to do with the car's reaction to the VTC than to the VTC itself (especially considering NJScorpio's account of what happened to him above).

Mr Jos · 06-03-2015, 12:50 AM

I had only some codes thrown when it was colder, I Always run SP7, and didn't put back to SP0, just kept on SP7, and codes cleared themselve over time, as long as temperature doesnt go to low to throw new one.

I haven't had the issue for few months anymore since temperature got higher again. (no more freezing)

I'm not going to remove it for some code that does nothing else then put on a orange light. I just ignore it and keep on enjoying the VTC/Camaro.

Spiderbob · 06-03-2015, 07:21 PM

Thanks guys

Steelix · 06-08-2015, 06:58 PM

I just put mine on today the hardest part was getting my hands in to unplug the cable. So far it's working, big deference at SP5 I tried SP7 and SP9 way to much for daily driving. I hope no codes pop up.

6bangerBOOM · 06-08-2015, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Steelix

I just put mine on today the hardest part was getting my hands in to unplug the cable. So far it's working, big deference at SP5 I tried SP7 and SP9 way to much for daily driving. I hope no codes pop up.

Yeah, unplugging the connector is by far the hardest part.

NYCamOwner · 06-09-2015, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 6bangerBOOM

Yeah, unplugging the connector is by far the hardest part.

90% of the effort is spent there...

NYJets77 · 06-11-2015, 02:58 PM

Bought mine back in March, but not sure I should install it. Seems like not enough product testing was done on this....

6bangerBOOM · 06-11-2015, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NYJets77

Bought mine back in March, but not sure I should install it. Seems like not enough product testing was done on this....

Just install it a little bit and see if you like it. If so, install it the rest of the way.

Niro · 06-12-2015, 12:43 PM

I've had the controller installed for about 6 months. I seem to have good weeks/months with 1 or 2 bad days with the code popping up. I've had the issue occur i think 4 or 5 times. 1 time I believe it happened because I left the engine idle for a while. The other times seem random. I unplug the controller, reconnect and fasten any loose wires, and it seems to work for a while. I still love it.

Just my opinion to anybody out there still looking.

NYJets77 · 06-12-2015, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 6bangerBOOM

Just install it a little bit and see if you like it. If so, install it the rest of the way.

like playing "just the tip"? I don't think it works that way....

sixt3denied · 06-12-2015, 06:21 PM

I've had it installed for about 6 months too. I drive on SP6 or SP7. In snow I set it to SP0. I have never used Eco-Mode. I have never had a code pop since i installed it. Definitely best bang-for-the-buck mod.

2012 1LT/RS

TGCammy · 06-13-2015, 11:03 AM

This is nothing more than math, like a multiplier.

EffectivePedal = VTC x ActualPedal, SP0 means VTC=1

So, for example, say SP5 means VTC = 5, then actually moving the pedal say 2mm will act like you (effectively) moved it 10mm, increased response.

SP0 means VTC=1, so no effect, stock.

Of course the equation and numbers are illustrations. The equation is more complex and not linear.

06-03-2015, 12:50 AM	#928
Mr Jos Drives: '13 2LT RS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Belgium Posts: 49 View My Garage	I had only some codes thrown when it was colder, I Always run SP7, and didn't put back to SP0, just kept on SP7, and codes cleared themselve over time, as long as temperature doesnt go to low to throw new one. I haven't had the issue for few months anymore since temperature got higher again. (no more freezing) I'm not going to remove it for some code that does nothing else then put on a orange light. I just ignore it and keep on enjoying the VTC/Camaro. __________________ Black '13 2LT RS Thé only one 2013 LPG converted Camaro in the world MRT V2, VTC

06-08-2015, 06:58 PM	#930
Steelix Drives: 2012 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 18	I just put mine on today the hardest part was getting my hands in to unplug the cable. So far it's working, big deference at SP5 I tried SP7 and SP9 way to much for daily driving. I hope no codes pop up. __________________ 2012 Camaro 1LT/RS Black with Cyber gray rally strips. CAI, Elite Catch Can, Vitesse Throttle controller, BMR Sway Bars, Strut tower Brace.

06-11-2015, 02:58 PM	#933
NYJets77 Drives: 2013 2LT/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NY Posts: 1,283	Bought mine back in March, but not sure I should install it. Seems like not enough product testing was done on this.... __________________ My journal: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=323840

06-12-2015, 06:21 PM	#937
sixt3denied Drives: 2012 1LT/RS BLACK w NOS Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: New York Posts: 206	I've had it installed for about 6 months too. I drive on SP6 or SP7. In snow I set it to SP0. I have never used Eco-Mode. I have never had a code pop since i installed it. Definitely best bang-for-the-buck mod. 2012 1LT/RS __________________ BBK CAI, Dynomax Ultra Flow Exhaust, Vitesse Throttle Controller, 3M Dark Tint, BMR Subframe Connectors, BMR Drive Shaft Tunnel Brace, Bosch Brakes, Ny-Trex Triple Threat System, Glowshift NOS Gauge, Innovate LC-2 Wideband AFR Gauge, GM Strut Tower Brace, Elite Engineering Catch Can, Heritage Grill, Custom LFX Emblems, BAFX Bluetooth OBDII Interface, Torque Pro Logging, Big Worm Graphix Spears & Stripes,Niche M117 Misano Wheels, MGP Caliper Covers

06-02-2015, 09:26 PM	#926
Spiderbob Drives: 2015 Camaro LS2 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Beckley Wv Posts: 10	Have they got the bugs worked out on this for the LFx engine. I want one but not if it is continuing to have issues. Has Ahmed addressed this yet? I read the thread and haven't seen one. I know he is good about warranty, I just don't want something that is unreliable. Thanks

06-03-2015, 07:21 PM	#929
Spiderbob Drives: 2015 Camaro LS2 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Beckley Wv Posts: 10	Thanks guys

06-12-2015, 12:43 PM	#935
Niro Drives: Silver 2012 camaro 2lt Join Date: May 2013 Location: Reno Posts: 20	I've had the controller installed for about 6 months. I seem to have good weeks/months with 1 or 2 bad days with the code popping up. I've had the issue occur i think 4 or 5 times. 1 time I believe it happened because I left the engine idle for a while. The other times seem random. I unplug the controller, reconnect and fasten any loose wires, and it seems to work for a while. I still love it. Just my opinion to anybody out there still looking.

06-13-2015, 11:03 AM	#938
TGCammy Drives: 2015 V6 RS Bright Yellow Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 33 View My Garage	This is nothing more than math, like a multiplier. EffectivePedal = VTC x ActualPedal, SP0 means VTC=1 So, for example, say SP5 means VTC = 5, then actually moving the pedal say 2mm will act like you (effectively) moved it 10mm, increased response. SP0 means VTC=1, so no effect, stock. Of course the equation and numbers are illustrations. The equation is more complex and not linear.