86 Software Update

[Rossi]

Originally Posted by Ryan86

Have you tried resetting your ECU?
Disconnect battery for 1 minute or so!
Have you been using Engen fuel?

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I'll try and reset my ECU, haven't used Engen fuel, I always fill up with Shell, I'll give the resetting the ECU a go and then report back on the matter. Thanks

[wmaz]

Did my software update at barloworld toyota in centurion, right behind super-sport park.
amazed at how you can really feel the difference!

What is wrong with Engen fuel??

[tayob]

Hi guys I took my car in n showed them the pictures n they didn't no anything about it but than they checked n said ok I should book my car in but they said they might keep it over night cause they must strip n see if it's damaging anything. Is that right should it stay over night ? Some help please

[JouMaSeHoes]

whats wrong?

[Fish Eagle]

Originally Posted by tayob

Hi guys I took my car in n showed them the pictures n they didn't no anything about it but than they checked n said ok I should book my car in but they said they might keep it over night cause they must strip n see if it's damaging anything. Is that right should it stay over night ? Some help please

When was your car built? If built after 21st Jan 2013, then no problem, it should already have the latest software loaded - see post #88 in this thread.

Otherwise, if you haven't been hearing loud "popping" (indicative of direct injector failure) then I would be very reluctant to let them strip anything. Just get the software up to date and you should be fine IMO.

Edited to add: Some reading matter http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36129 and http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38397

[Vic_RSA]

Originally Posted by Rossi

I'll try and reset my ECU, haven't used Engen fuel, I always fill up with Shell, I'll give the resetting the ECU a go and then report back on the matter. Thanks

I've "heard" the new Shell isn't as good as the old Shell. I personally use Engen (closest to home and used same station for years) and I have the SW update. Mine rarely dips but I won't say it doesn't happen as I have noticed it slightly - more so when warm with A/C on.

[Vic_RSA]

Originally Posted by Fish Eagle

When was your car built? If built after 21st Jan 2013, then no problem, it should already have the latest software loaded - see post #88 in this thread.

Otherwise, if you haven't been hearing loud "popping" (indicative of direct injector failure) then I would be very reluctant to let them strip anything. Just get the software up to date and you should be fine IMO.

Edited to add: Some reading matter http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36129 and http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38397

I'm in agreement - if it ain't broke don't fix it. If you begin hearing that pop or experiencing any of those symptoms - then make a plan.

[Vladror]

Originally Posted by Vic_RSA

I've "heard" the new Shell isn't as good as the old Shell. I personally use Engen (closest to home and used same station for years) and I have the SW update. Mine rarely dips but I won't say it doesn't happen as I have noticed it slightly - more so when warm with A/C on.

my dipping has also come back although not as bad as before. It does indeed seem to be related to the AC though, if i switch it off the engine idles much more smoothly..

[Razzle]

Originally Posted by Vladror

my dipping has also come back although not as bad as before. It does indeed seem to be related to the AC though, if i switch it off the engine idles much more smoothly..

Welcome back !

[Vladror]

Originally Posted by Razzle

Welcome back !

thanks , i' guess it's been a while... but it's always good to come home and get behind the wheel...