I'm a little upset about my "M" reflash
09-13-2004, 12:56 PM
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I'm a little upset about my "M" reflash
I took my car in for the recalls (The first time I took it back to the dealer since I've had it) , and they reflased my car with the "m" version software. I had the "J" version. Am I nuts or did my car lose some horsepower ? It seems not to have that "throw you back in the seat " kick when I shift from 2nd to 3rd anymore. The car seems to idle smoother though. Can anyone give me any info. on whether I actually did loose some HP. I bought my 8 last Oct. and never had any problems (except the squeaky brakes) since I bought it. Is there any other differences that I may come to notice with this new flash. I'd appreciate any input. Thanks everyone.
09-13-2004, 12:59 PM
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Others have reported similar findings. Most believe that the ECU will "readjust" taking into account your driving habits. Things may very well improve over the next week. Do a search for the other thread(s) on this issue.
09-13-2004, 04:23 PM
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I tested several versions with a G-tech and the L version was slower than the original flash on my September 03 built car. The high end kick was gone as was .5 seconds 0-60. Mileage, however was up by 2-3 mpg.
The M flash has indeed gotten better since the first few days. The high end kick is still not as dramatic as it was originally, but the 0-60 time is now the best since I have had the car--about 6.4 seconds with no high revs or wheelspin. Mileage is off slightly from the L flash (19.5 instead of 20).
The M flash has indeed gotten better since the first few days. The high end kick is still not as dramatic as it was originally, but the 0-60 time is now the best since I have had the car--about 6.4 seconds with no high revs or wheelspin. Mileage is off slightly from the L flash (19.5 instead of 20).
09-13-2004, 04:36 PM
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It seems that the ECU does re-learn ones driving style. Same thing happened to me, but after driving her HARD, the power is back. See this thread: https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discussion-3/got-m-flashed-wasnt-happy-but-now-its-all-good-38013/
09-13-2004, 04:47 PM
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It seemed to work great for me. My mileage went up, and my butt dyno was reporting a slight increase. Oh... perhaps best of all (perhaps not) the black carbon on the bottom of my tailpipes as been cut back dramatically. I guess the damn thing was running a bit rich.
09-13-2004, 04:50 PM
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Thanks alot everyone. You all renewed my faith in Mazda. I just had the reflash last Fri. and drove it straight home and didn't drive it again until Sun. but only a few miles. Well after reading your replies at work and riding home like a "bat out of hell" , I have noticed a definite increase in acceleration. It honestly felt even faster than before. I'm soooooo happy. Thanks again !
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