V1 AP into 05 STi, car wont start! HELP!!!

ucmeuc3 · 10-09-2011, 04:23 PM

hey soo i finally got a version 1 AP because im running stage 2 but not tuned. I attempted to install the AP and while it was initializing for the first time/loading the map it said communication error (i think due to me nudging the connection)...it stopped at 45% and said error. now my car wont start. also when i plug the green tester pins in and turn ignition to "on", the check engine light stays solid and does not flash as it did before nor do the fans come on. PLEASE HELP, my car is parked in front of my friends house in Lake Elsinore and Im from orange county and its my daily driver so any quick help would be greatly appreciated!!!

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Psychoreo · 10-09-2011, 04:55 PM

Did you reload the map? If it stopped at 45% it won't work. You have to complete the process. That is, if you didn't fry the ecu

07wrx84 · 10-09-2011, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Psychoreo

Did you reload the map? If it stopped at 45% it won't work. You have to complete the process. That is, if you didn't fry the ecu

Which would suck ^^^

ucmeuc3 · 10-09-2011, 06:05 PM

yeah, thats what i think happened... anyone know where i can get a new ecu on the cheap?

07wrx84 · 10-09-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

yeah, thats what i think happened... anyone know where i can get a new ecu on the cheap?

Here lol

Cobb Tuning · 10-09-2011, 08:38 PM

Unfortunately, the AP v1 is quite old and does not have any ECU recovery process (as the AP v2 does). Of course, if you interrupt the flashing process, there is always the possibility of causing the ECU to be non-functional, which can happen with any flashing device/software, regardless of the company. The only thing to try at this point would be to disconnect the neg. terminal of the battery for a few minutes, reconnect, and then try to flash again. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call - we may be able to recover your ECU (a service we offer). The 05+ STi has immobilizer, so if you buy an ECU (rather than recovering your current one), you'll have to get it re-programmed for the immobilizer by the dealer.

Bill

mxturboracer86 · 10-09-2011, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Cobb Tuning

Unfortunately, the AP v1 is quite old and does not have any ECU recovery process (as the AP v2 does). Of course, if you interrupt the flashing process, there is always the possibility of causing the ECU to be non-functional, which can happen with any flashing device/software, regardless of the company. The only thing to try at this point would be to disconnect the neg. terminal of the battery for a few minutes, reconnect, and then try to flash again. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call - we may be able to recover your ECU (a service we offer). The 05+ STi has immobilizer, so if you buy an ECU (rather than recovering your current one), you'll have to get it re-programmed for the immobilizer by the dealer.

Bill

There is a recovery process, however it renders the V1 AP useless afterwards

ucmeuc3 · 10-10-2011, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Cobb Tuning

Unfortunately, the AP v1 is quite old and does not have any ECU recovery process (as the AP v2 does). Of course, if you interrupt the flashing process, there is always the possibility of causing the ECU to be non-functional, which can happen with any flashing device/software, regardless of the company. The only thing to try at this point would be to disconnect the neg. terminal of the battery for a few minutes, reconnect, and then try to flash again. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call - we may be able to recover your ECU (a service we offer). The 05+ STi has immobilizer, so if you buy an ECU (rather than recovering your current one), you'll have to get it re-programmed for the immobilizer by the dealer.

Bill

ok thanks, i tried disconnecting the neg term on the battery multiple times and it still wouldnt go back into test mode.. what would be the fastest way to get this issue solved..its my daily driver, i got school and kids

2Fast4U1DAY · 10-10-2011, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

ok thanks, i tried disconnecting the neg term on the battery multiple times and it still wouldnt go back into test mode.. what would be the fastest way to get this issue solved..its my daily driver, i got school and kids

Dit you hit the brakes a couple times with the Neg cable off? This will discharge any residual electrical charge.

mxturboracer86 · 10-10-2011, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

ok thanks, i tried disconnecting the neg term on the battery multiple times and it still wouldnt go back into test mode.. what would be the fastest way to get this issue solved..its my daily driver, i got school and kids

Pm me, I can give you some instructions and help you out.

Cobb Tuning · 10-10-2011, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

ok thanks, i tried disconnecting the neg term on the battery multiple times and it still wouldnt go back into test mode.. what would be the fastest way to get this issue solved..its my daily driver, i got school and kids

I would give our tech support people a call (866-922-3059). Likely, the ECU will need to be recovered. I'm not sure of the details of cost, etc. on that, but they will be able to give you the details or run through any other things to try that I'm not aware of.

Bill

ucmeuc3 · 10-10-2011, 07:49 PM

damn u guys were helpful, talked to cobb, ill be sending my ecu back tonight and upgrading to the ver 2! i feel like its my birthday

thanks

ucmeuc3 · 10-11-2011, 02:50 AM

Mxturbo is a genius! Got my car running again!

mxturboracer86 · 10-11-2011, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

Mxturbo is a genius! Got my car running again!

glad to help

Cobb Tuning · 10-11-2011, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ucmeuc3

Mxturbo is a genius! Got my car running again!

Good to hear!

Do you mind me asking what you did? That would probably help other people with the same problem that read this thread.

thanks,
Bill

mxturboracer86 · 10-11-2011, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Cobb Tuning

Good to hear!

Do you mind me asking what you did? That would probably help other people with the same problem that read this thread.

thanks,
Bill

I'll write up a nice how-to, then maybe the moderators can sticky it

Cobb Tuning · 10-11-2011, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by mxturboracer86

I'll write up a nice how-to, then maybe the moderators can sticky it

Great. Thanks!

Bill

Cobb Tuning · 10-11-2011, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mxturboracer86

I'll write up a nice how-to, then maybe the moderators can sticky it

I talked with some of the other guys here and they mentioned the 4-button recovery mode for the AP v1, which renders it unusable. I assume this is what you guys did? If so, I apologize for not knowing about this. The AP v1 is before my time at Cobb so there are some details that I wasn't aware of.

Sincerely,
Bill

10-09-2011, 04:23 PM	#1
ucmeuc3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 285620 Join Date: Jun 2011 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SoCal Vehicle: 05 STi BlaCk	V1 AP into 05 STi, car wont start! HELP!!! hey soo i finally got a version 1 AP because im running stage 2 but not tuned. I attempted to install the AP and while it was initializing for the first time/loading the map it said communication error (i think due to me nudging the connection)...it stopped at 45% and said error. now my car wont start. also when i plug the green tester pins in and turn ignition to "on", the check engine light stays solid and does not flash as it did before nor do the fans come on. PLEASE HELP, my car is parked in front of my friends house in Lake Elsinore and Im from orange county and its my daily driver so any quick help would be greatly appreciated!!! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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10-09-2011, 04:55 PM	#2
Psychoreo Scooby Specialist Member#: 79643 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Torrington, CT Vehicle: 04 EJ207 Swapped Mikey tuned 271whp/287wtq	Did you reload the map? If it stopped at 45% it won't work. You have to complete the process. That is, if you didn't fry the ecu

10-09-2011, 06:05 PM	#4
ucmeuc3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 285620 Join Date: Jun 2011 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SoCal Vehicle: 05 STi BlaCk	yeah, thats what i think happened... anyone know where i can get a new ecu on the cheap?

10-09-2011, 08:38 PM	#6
Cobb Tuning NASIOC Manufacturer Member#: 4803 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Austin, DFW, Portland, SOCAL	Unfortunately, the AP v1 is quite old and does not have any ECU recovery process (as the AP v2 does). Of course, if you interrupt the flashing process, there is always the possibility of causing the ECU to be non-functional, which can happen with any flashing device/software, regardless of the company. The only thing to try at this point would be to disconnect the neg. terminal of the battery for a few minutes, reconnect, and then try to flash again. If that doesn't work, you can give us a call - we may be able to recover your ECU (a service we offer). The 05+ STi has immobilizer, so if you buy an ECU (rather than recovering your current one), you'll have to get it re-programmed for the immobilizer by the dealer. Bill

10-10-2011, 07:49 PM	#12
ucmeuc3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 285620 Join Date: Jun 2011 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SoCal Vehicle: 05 STi BlaCk	damn u guys were helpful, talked to cobb, ill be sending my ecu back tonight and upgrading to the ver 2! i feel like its my birthday thanks

10-11-2011, 02:50 AM	#13
ucmeuc3 Scooby Newbie Member#: 285620 Join Date: Jun 2011 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SoCal Vehicle: 05 STi BlaCk	Mxturbo is a genius! Got my car running again!