New CH update

[chrislane31]

Wow what a difference. I just got the new ecu update from Audi and the new G-version DV and then got reflashed with APR and the next day threw in some iridium plugs. The car now feels like it did on 100 octane. Its like a new car. Its fun getting a little sideways when pulling out. I may run some 100 for the show this weekend.

[phukenA]

What plugs did you use, and what did you gap them at?

[chrislane31]

NGK BKR7EIX, they are pregapped

[phukenA]

ty

[madrussian]

is the new ecu update a recall or what?

[tivs31]

and did you have the dealership replace the dv? I bought a new g series one to replace my current one and haven't installed it yet....

did the reflash from apr cost you anything either?

[chrislane31]

Yes it is a recall, Audi will perform it the next time they have your car in for service. I think it is all years 2.0t's and it is worth it.

[chrislane31]

the DV was under the extended warranty and ICS just charged $50 to reflash the car.

[Kid Red]

I just got the ecu update from Audi and now my Mode button on the steering wheel doesn't function.

[autoverruckt]

did the reflash from apr cost you anything either?

Reflash cost will vary from shop to shop - they charge you for their time/labor. Most shops seem to charge 1/2 hour.

[FlyPenFly]

What exactly does the CH update do?

[sline_va]

Is this the same update they come out with a few weeks ago??

[Vito Roma]

i just called my audi dealership and they say there is no recall....WTF??

[sline_va]

I just called also, the dealer even entered my VIN# in the system. NO updates and NO recalls. ??????????????????

[chrislane31]

Maybe its just for 05.5's?

[FlyPenFly]

Yeah, mine is a 05.5 and I got the update.

[gods_kitchen]

Same here, I went in couple days ago to change my DV, there's a new update. I'm 05.5 also, maybe it's just us...
Do the plugs really make such a big difference?

[chrislane31]

Not sure if it was the plugs or just new plugs, but the iridiums are half the price of the oem Bosch ones.

[OceanBlueB7]

Mine's an '06 and I received the reflash.

[Noffy]

I don't know of any recall, there is a new ECU update, its been out for several weeks, months even. My dealership said it had to do with lessening false positive CEL, or something like that. Have not heard of any recalls how ever.

[acbrooks2]

Hey Guys

To clear up any confusion, there IS a recall/update for ECU part number 8E0910115B. This is the ECU for the 2005.5 2.0T B7 A4. As Noffy says, it is to recitify throwing out some Check Engine Light faults.

Got mine booked in for tomorrow! Then will get re-REVO'd for free!!

[acbrooks2]

I just got the ecu update from Audi and now my Mode button on the steering wheel doesn't function.

Are the two related?

[greene08]

I just had an ECU update done on my 2007.5 last weekend. They said it was to correct a faulty CEL caused by the emissions control system. It is only for a specific VIN range of cars. The engine and driveline feels smoother now but that is probably because it was also in for a 5k service.

[SilverB7FL]

I just got mine done on my 05.5 mine seems smoother but i brought it in for a blown PCV so no telling what the update since it was so rough w/ the pcv out

[chubbychynk]

I don't know of any recall, there is a new ECU update, its been out for several weeks, months even. My dealership said it had to do with lessening false positive CEL, or something like that. Have not heard of any recalls how ever.

The ECU update was several months ago, this is a recall (it says so on my invoice right in front of me). I have had both. It does run much smoother.

[Sleeper INC.]

For this new ecu update is there a new apr file for it already??

[chrislane31]

For this new ecu update is there a new apr file for it already??

Yes there is an APR file ready to go.

[2871mds]

How are the 7eix plugs holding up

[johntesi]

Was your DV shot or did you ask that they update you to the G version? I asked that they check mine out and replace it if there were any problems. Claimed the CEL 'didn't throw any codes', so hopefully that means I'm good. I'd still like to get the G for free before shelling out money for the Forge DV..

[chrislane31]

My DV was shot and the NGK plugs only have about 250 miles on them and all with 100 octane.