Active sound module
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From: Adelaide, Australia
2015 C63S
Nevermind! My DHL tracking finally updated... After 15 days from the last update, it finally arrived in Australia. Shouldn’t be long now!!
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2016 C63S
Fitted mine. Works great. Sounds great at startup now and also the biggest difference is 20-40% throttle under load. Just idling in Sport + with PE turned on, there is not a huge difference, as others have said. Obviously a big difference in Comfort.
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From: Tampa, FL
'17 AMG S63 Convertible, '17 AMG C63S Edition 1 Coupe
Ok so I'm scratching my head...
I have a late production (12/16) 2017 C63S Edition One Coupe with Performance Exhaust. And I have the secondary cat delete. And exhaust firmware update.
I installed the ASR module, took all of a whopping 5 min. I installed it with the car off. Started it, in Comfort mode. Loud cold start, then got quiet. Used the ASR remote, and can readily hear the exhaust get louder in Position 1. But pretty much the same volume (to my ear) as when I simply press the Performance Exhaust button (pre-ASR install). So it works. Good.
So I let the car idle with it connected for about 10 min, then turned it off. Let it sit for about 20 min, then jumped in and drove off to work.
This thing is noticeably QUIETER than prior to the install. Prior to the install, I can get the exhaust to be LOUD with only moderate throttle input, while in Comfort mode. And naturally, when in Sport+, it's just LOUD.
But now, post-ASR module, its a LOT quieter and more muffled, no matter what mode I put it in (1 or 2, exhaust valve button open or closed) while in Comfort mode. In Sport+, it definitely gets loud, but I'm fairly certain its not as lout as pre-ASR module. More importantly, it was my understanding that this would result in the valves being 100% open when opened by the keyfob, regardless of the car mode (eg Comfort). So I can run around in Comfort suspension with the exhaust LOUD. That's absolutely not the case thus far.
Again, I checked with the car idling if the keyfob works; there's definitely a noticeable difference. But its definitely not louder as others have mentioned, than pre-ASR, at least for me.
Will give it another try while driving in the morning. But for now, I'm really disappointed... :/
I have a late production (12/16) 2017 C63S Edition One Coupe with Performance Exhaust. And I have the secondary cat delete. And exhaust firmware update.
I installed the ASR module, took all of a whopping 5 min. I installed it with the car off. Started it, in Comfort mode. Loud cold start, then got quiet. Used the ASR remote, and can readily hear the exhaust get louder in Position 1. But pretty much the same volume (to my ear) as when I simply press the Performance Exhaust button (pre-ASR install). So it works. Good.
So I let the car idle with it connected for about 10 min, then turned it off. Let it sit for about 20 min, then jumped in and drove off to work.
This thing is noticeably QUIETER than prior to the install. Prior to the install, I can get the exhaust to be LOUD with only moderate throttle input, while in Comfort mode. And naturally, when in Sport+, it's just LOUD.
But now, post-ASR module, its a LOT quieter and more muffled, no matter what mode I put it in (1 or 2, exhaust valve button open or closed) while in Comfort mode. In Sport+, it definitely gets loud, but I'm fairly certain its not as lout as pre-ASR module. More importantly, it was my understanding that this would result in the valves being 100% open when opened by the keyfob, regardless of the car mode (eg Comfort). So I can run around in Comfort suspension with the exhaust LOUD. That's absolutely not the case thus far.
Again, I checked with the car idling if the keyfob works; there's definitely a noticeable difference. But its definitely not louder as others have mentioned, than pre-ASR, at least for me.
Will give it another try while driving in the morning. But for now, I'm really disappointed... :/
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Joined: Jan 2017
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From: Belgium
C63 S Coupe
I don't know if this could be a fix but I would try to reprogram the ASR module so you are 100% sure that it starts with valves open on startup.
When activating the car (so ignition and electronics on but no motor start), keep pressing the 'valves open button' on the key until you here the valves from the exhaust performing a repeated on/off sequence.
Now your ASR is programmed to always start with open valves... maybe yours was programmed to use 'Serien mode'...
Hope this might help.
When activating the car (so ignition and electronics on but no motor start), keep pressing the 'valves open button' on the key until you here the valves from the exhaust performing a repeated on/off sequence.
Now your ASR is programmed to always start with open valves... maybe yours was programmed to use 'Serien mode'...
Hope this might help.
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From: Tampa, FL
'17 AMG S63 Convertible, '17 AMG C63S Edition 1 Coupe
I'll try it. But I got the module with only 2 modes: Sport (100% open) and disabled (OEM, as controlled by the OEM exhaust button). And again, you can audibly hear the exhaust get louder from normal (valves partially closed) when using the remote, but its deifinitely quieter than when the valves are open via the OEM button. Definitely weird.
I disconnected the module and reconnected the factory harness, and yea...definitely much louder.
I disconnected the module and reconnected the factory harness, and yea...definitely much louder.
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2016 C63S
I'll try it. But I got the module with only 2 modes: Sport (100% open) and disabled (OEM, as controlled by the OEM exhaust button). And again, you can audibly hear the exhaust get louder from normal (valves partially closed) when using the remote, but its deifinitely quieter than when the valves are open via the OEM button. Definitely weird.
I disconnected the module and reconnected the factory harness, and yea...definitely much louder.
I disconnected the module and reconnected the factory harness, and yea...definitely much louder.
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From: Austin, TX
2017 Porsche 911 C4
Alright guys, I just installed the sim on the h-pipe valve and gave it a test. Unfortunately, I don’t think it made any difference. Any increased volume I hear is more than likely placebo, and unfortunately (and most importantly), the annoying issue with the idle sound getting quieter as you press harder on the brake when in gear is still present.
I’m honestly at a loss as to what causes the idle to get quieter since the two rear valves are forced open with the ASR and the h-pipe valve connector is physically disconnected with a sim. So surely it should not be able to function or move based on brake pressure. I’m starting to believe that the idle/brake sound is more so a function of the ECU (not just the valves), and may require some deeper digging into reprogramming/flashing to get the desired sound.
I’m honestly at a loss as to what causes the idle to get quieter since the two rear valves are forced open with the ASR and the h-pipe valve connector is physically disconnected with a sim. So surely it should not be able to function or move based on brake pressure. I’m starting to believe that the idle/brake sound is more so a function of the ECU (not just the valves), and may require some deeper digging into reprogramming/flashing to get the desired sound.
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From: Adelaide, Australia
2015 C63S
Finally received my module today. Super excited... However, I must be the only person here who doesn't know which harness/connector to disconnect. I have a group of three that are foam-wrapped. One is blue which is usually for fibre... So it comes down to two separate connectors that are foam-wrapped. Which one is it?
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W205 C63s Estate
Finally received my module today. Super excited... However, I must be the only person here who doesn't know which harness/connector to disconnect. I have a group of three that are foam-wrapped. One is blue which is usually for fibre... So it comes down to two separate connectors that are foam-wrapped. Which one is it?
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2016 C63S
Finally received my module today. Super excited... However, I must be the only person here who doesn't know which harness/connector to disconnect. I have a group of three that are foam-wrapped. One is blue which is usually for fibre... So it comes down to two separate connectors that are foam-wrapped. Which one is it?
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From: Adelaide, Australia
2015 C63S
OK that was a very simple install. So yea, I have a late 2015 C63S and I can definitely hear the difference between OEM open and ASR open. When idle it is subtle but when driving - OMG. I do a lot of 50kmph city driving and just keeping revs around 2k rpm, it is a definitely louder... maybe 20%? I don't have to consciously step on it just so I can hear the car more. I feel sorry for the 2018 owners but there is definitely a noticeable difference in my car. Here's a video of it idle and with stationary revs. But honestly, it is much more pronounced just during everyday driving.
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From: Metrowest Boston
'16 E63s Wagon
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2016 C63S
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From: Metrowest Boston
'16 E63s Wagon
This is the (ME2)
I have a 2018, selling mine. Never installed.
I want to recoup my cost from Germany. But, you'll have it within days.
Was It was 299 Euros: - I bought it for 268 euros
2018051103 Flap ControlTotal
€268.00 EURDetailsSent to asr-RemerscheidPM me, please...
Send me $314.00 and I'll ship it today. (would have been $350 plus shipping)
Last edited by WellesleyGL; Jun 4, 2018 at 02:58 PM. Reason: added photo
Member
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 76
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From: Metrowest Boston
'16 E63s Wagon
This is the (ME2)
I have a 2018, selling mine. Never installed.
I want to recoup my cost from Germany. But, you'll have it within days.
Was It was 299 Euros: - I bought it for 268 euros
2018051103 Flap ControlTotal
€268.00 EURDetailsSent to asr-RemerscheidPM me, please...
Send me $314.00 and I'll ship it today. (would have been $350 plus shipping)
