[specka]

Hi All,
I've just ordered one of these and hopefully will have it within a few weeks.
Just wondering what people's view is on whether it should be removed every time a service is done, from a warranty perspective?
I know this DP doesn't trigger CEL, but I expect the mechanics would see it visually when doing the work, as well as astute mechanic would notice the sound difference.

Do you remove DP, and also intakes, when you have scheduled service done?

Thanks

[greasypeanut]

No, I didn't remove my cat nor my intercooler for my free oil changes at the dealer. If you're really worried about it, ask around in your regions sub forum to find a mod friendly SA/dealership.

[F87_LCI]

This is why I had the dealership install mine. Confirmed first that they wouldn't "flag" the car in the system prior to the install. Win-win. They get some cash to do the install, I know that a BMW trained tech does the work and that they won't void my warranty.

[six-n-twins53]

Same. Had the dealership do install

[Gimmethecash]

I installed mine myself, didn’t remove it or the aftermarket intercooler when I had my car serviced. Dealer didn’t say anything about it.

[AndrewC1989]

No need to remove the cat for service. It's an exhaust mod and has nothing to do with the powertrain warranty. An aftermarket intake and intercooler are a different story. Depending on your dealer they may or may not be cool with those.

[dr.roro]

Just curious - for those that had the dealership install the DP, how much did they charge?

[BSMF87]

Originally Posted by LSB --> LBB

This is why I had the dealership install mine. Confirmed first that they wouldn't "flag" the car in the system prior to the install. Win-win. They get some cash to do the install, I know that a BMW trained tech does the work and that they won't void my warranty.

Which dealer is this? Are you in Toronto?

[jessetaylor1]

Also wondering on dealership install price?

[specka]

Thanks all, as I have 5year servicing plan through the dealership I suppose I should ask them but I assumed it would probably require me to take them off.

I will have the eventuri intake and the fabspeed fitted. I reckon removing the intake should be easy but the downpipe will require hoist and probably some more expertise.

[alscks0414]

Originally Posted by BSMF87

Which dealer is this? Are you in Toronto?

He got his done at Budds I believe

[No Boost]

Originally Posted by dr.roro

Just curious - for those that had the dealership install the DP, how much did they charge?

Originally Posted by jessetaylor1

Also wondering on dealership install price?

Figure 2-2.5 hours of labor at BMW's rate of $150-200 per hour, depending on dealership.

[F87_LCI]

Originally Posted by alscks0414

He got his done at Budds I believe

Correct. It was Budds. Don't know the exact rate for the DP alone as I also had them install a bunch of other parts (splitter, difusor, steering wheel trim, etc, etc.) Wasn't cheap, but I honestly didn't have the time to DIY this time around...and this way I know it is done properly (and before I took possession of the car).

[David1]

Originally Posted by andrewc89

No need to remove the cat for service. It's an exhaust mod and has nothing to do with the powertrain warranty. An aftermarket intake and intercooler are a different story. Depending on your dealer they may or may not be cool with those.

Incorrect statement. Unless the replacement cat is EPA and or CARB certified it is not a legal mod and is for off road use and can effect your warranty especially if the BMW field tech notes it in your file. Almost all performance catted downpipes are technically only for off road use. Very few are certified. Just ask Burger tuning when they got nailed for selling them hence the new disclosure and non salability in the state of California.

[TT1351]

I installed it myself, when I went in for the 1200 mile service the tech noticed it right away and complimented the quality of the cat, loved it even more after he test drove it with the MPE exhaust and the red button activated.

[BSMF87]

Originally Posted by LSB --> LBB

Correct. It was Budds. Don't know the exact rate for the DP alone as I also had them install a bunch of other parts (splitter, difusor, steering wheel trim, etc, etc.) Wasn't cheap, but I honestly didn't have the time to DIY this time around...and this way I know it is done properly (and before I took possession of the car).

Budds wanted to flag a car because the owner coded folding mirrors, removing a cars emissions control or modifying it is illegal in Canada, I'm surprised Budds would do this.

[F87_LCI]

Originally Posted by BSMF87

Budds wanted to flag a car because the owner coded folding mirrors, removing a cars emissions control or modifying it is illegal in Canada, I'm surprised Budds would do this.

I spoke to the service manager (Brent in the video below) and got his personal assurance beforehand that they do not flag cars for items if they do the install. These guys install the Dinan S2 pkg, so they can't really charge you to install the parts and then turn around and flag your car for a void warranty. That would be bad business. They have a video of the car on youtube promoting it, lol.

I suppose people have different experiences...all my experiences with Budds have been good ones. They are not cheap, but I am willing to pay for good service.

[mike@x-ph.com]

I dont see it being a problem with any dealership.