Question on Aerokit add
03-17-2016 | 06:09 PM
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Question on Aerokit add
I am adding the Cup Aerokit to my 4S. I knew that a reprogram would be needed for my sunroof after the fixed rear wing was added. I am being told by my dealer that a whole new module needs to be added and then programmed.
The cost is a little over $200 for the module and as you might expect 3 times that for the install. So a thousand bucks for this alone. Can anyone verify this? I got a great price on the kit and the painting and assembly (not at the dealer) but this seems silly.
Obviously if the module needs to be replaced I'll go to an indie for the install.
The cost is a little over $200 for the module and as you might expect 3 times that for the install. So a thousand bucks for this alone. Can anyone verify this? I got a great price on the kit and the painting and assembly (not at the dealer) but this seems silly.
Obviously if the module needs to be replaced I'll go to an indie for the install.
03-17-2016 | 06:29 PM
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Yes, you do need a new sunroof control module which replaces the current one. I'm not 100% sure where it is. I think in the headliner, but have heard under the seat too.
Programming is required too.
I replaced the center button console too which removed the spoiler button. Not necessary, but I didn't want a non functioning button.
Programming is required too.
I replaced the center button console too which removed the spoiler button. Not necessary, but I didn't want a non functioning button.
03-17-2016 | 06:35 PM
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03-17-2016 | 08:02 PM
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I've posted this elsewhere - fun fact:
The diffuser in front of the sunroof (when the sunroof is open) will automatically lower itself when you exceed 100 mph. I first discovered this due to sudden rush of wind noise.
The diffuser in front of the sunroof (when the sunroof is open) will automatically lower itself when you exceed 100 mph. I first discovered this due to sudden rush of wind noise.
03-17-2016 | 10:35 PM
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Well, you could always have the indie do the installs without the control unit and find-out what happens.... 
The control unit for air deflector (ONLY on cars with sliding/glass roof) is in the headliner at the forward part of the interior. Note the Labor time in the coding section below... Looking at the coding for labor, the complete Aerokit installation looks to be "479 ZE" not inclusive of prep/paint. No idea what ZE stands for, but perhaps it is "hours."
From the "Installation and Modification Instructions" document 21/12 ENU 6699 Aerokit "Cup" (l-no. XAA) the following excerpt specific to the replacing and programming the deflector control unit ONLY - and it is 167 ZE. I'll have to figure out what that abbr stands for....
60 66 55 00:
ONLY for vehicles with sliding roof=l-no. 651/glass sunroof=l-no. 653:
--Replacing control unit for air deflector--; Labor time 167 ZE
The control unit for air deflector (ONLY on cars with sliding/glass roof) is in the headliner at the forward part of the interior. Note the Labor time in the coding section below... Looking at the coding for labor, the complete Aerokit installation looks to be "479 ZE" not inclusive of prep/paint. No idea what ZE stands for, but perhaps it is "hours."
From the "Installation and Modification Instructions" document 21/12 ENU 6699 Aerokit "Cup" (l-no. XAA) the following excerpt specific to the replacing and programming the deflector control unit ONLY - and it is 167 ZE. I'll have to figure out what that abbr stands for....
60 66 55 00:
ONLY for vehicles with sliding roof=l-no. 651/glass sunroof=l-no. 653:
--Replacing control unit for air deflector--; Labor time 167 ZE
Includes: Headliner removed and installed, control unit for air deflector replaced.
New control unit for air deflector programmed.
Also note that there are additional parts needed for cars with Park Assist, cars with Center Radiator.
New control unit for air deflector programmed.
03-18-2016 | 01:01 AM
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Well, you could always have the indie do the installs without the control unit and find-out what happens.... The control unit for air deflector (ONLY on cars with sliding/glass roof) is in the headliner at the forward part of the interior. Note the Labor time in the coding section below... Looking at the coding for labor, the complete Aerokit installation looks to be "479 ZE" not inclusive of prep/paint. No idea what ZE stands for, but perhaps it is "hours." From the "Installation and Modification Instructions" document 21/12 ENU 6699 Aerokit "Cup" (l-no. XAA) the following excerpt specific to the replacing and programming the deflector control unit ONLY - and it is 167 ZE. I'll have to figure out what that abbr stands for.... 60 66 55 00: ONLY for vehicles with sliding roof=l-no. 651/glass sunroof=l-no. 653: --Replacing control unit for air deflector--; Labor time 167 ZE Includes: Headliner removed and installed, control unit for air deflector replaced. New control unit for air deflector programmed. Also note that there are additional parts needed for cars with Park Assist, cars with Center Radiator.
The control unit for air deflector (ONLY on cars with sliding/glass roof) is in the headliner at the forward part of the interior. Note the Labor time in the coding section below... Looking at the coding for labor, the complete Aerokit installation looks to be "479 ZE" not inclusive of prep/paint. No idea what ZE stands for, but perhaps it is "hours." From the "Installation and Modification Instructions" document 21/12 ENU 6699 Aerokit "Cup" (l-no. XAA) the following excerpt specific to the replacing and programming the deflector control unit ONLY - and it is 167 ZE. I'll have to figure out what that abbr stands for.... 60 66 55 00: ONLY for vehicles with sliding roof=l-no. 651/glass sunroof=l-no. 653: --Replacing control unit for air deflector--; Labor time 167 ZE Includes: Headliner removed and installed, control unit for air deflector replaced. New control unit for air deflector programmed. Also note that there are additional parts needed for cars with Park Assist, cars with Center Radiator.I knew there was a new control unit in my future when I researched the kit. Just thought close to $600 from the dealer to do the install was painful and was looking for confirmation. After I posted I started negotiating with the dealer where I do all my business. I'll get the best price I can. It was never my intention to not update the control unit and roll the dice.
I appreciate all the feedback.
03-18-2016 | 07:46 AM
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Thanks Plenum. As far as the Aerokit it's already at a great shop being prepped, painted and installed. No issues there. Once done off the the Xpel installer to get some protection. Decided to do it because I got a great price on the kit and decided to keep my car for the long haul. Car has been flawless mechanically so I figured why not do a little plastic surgery.
I knew there was a new control unit in my future when I researched the kit. Just thought close to $600 from the dealer to do the install was painful and was looking for confirmation. After I posted I started negotiating with the dealer where I do all my business. I'll get the best price I can. It was never my intention to not update the control unit and roll the dice.
I appreciate all the feedback.
I knew there was a new control unit in my future when I researched the kit. Just thought close to $600 from the dealer to do the install was painful and was looking for confirmation. After I posted I started negotiating with the dealer where I do all my business. I'll get the best price I can. It was never my intention to not update the control unit and roll the dice.
I appreciate all the feedback.
03-18-2016 | 09:16 AM
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Penn, any good body shop will tell you to wait at least 30 days before installing PPF on any painted part.
The paint is still curing and off-gassing a period of time afterwards. You could risk possible foggy paint or paint adhesion problems when time to remove/replace the film.
The paint is still curing and off-gassing a period of time afterwards. You could risk possible foggy paint or paint adhesion problems when time to remove/replace the film.
03-18-2016 | 09:41 AM
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Penn, any good body shop will tell you to wait at least 30 days before installing PPF on any painted part.
The paint is still curing and off-gassing a period of time afterwards. You could risk possible foggy paint or paint adhesion problems when time to remove/replace the film.
The paint is still curing and off-gassing a period of time afterwards. You could risk possible foggy paint or paint adhesion problems when time to remove/replace the film.
Thanks for the heads up. Will definitely post after pics.
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Shop here is great. Only does high end cars, Maserati, McLaren, F cars, Lambos and our lowly Porsches. They already mentioned the gassing out. They are double baking the parts and feel that this will allow PPF wrapping in 10 days. I'm patient.