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    APR downpipe without Stage 2 software = any problems?

    Hi first off not sure if this is in the right forum, so mods feel free to move it or merge to correct forum/thread

    I have a Golf GTI, with APR stage 1+2 intake currently installed.

    Have the APR downpipe sitting in my garage. If i install this i know i get the CEL (Check Engine Light) however will i be doing any damage or stuff anything up while i drive the car WITHOUT any ecu upgrade (running stock software).

    PS: I will be getting stage 2+ ecu software from APR, however i need to drive there

    Any help will be greatly appreciated

    Thanks
    Sold - Nissan Silvia S15 JDM
    Current - VW Golf GTI MK6 (Candy White, 5-Door, DSG, Bi-xenons, RVC)
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    I'm not sure whether you could cause damage to anything, but from what I know, when you get the CEL error, the car can go into "limp mode" or "fail safe" mode to protect itself in case there was actually a problem. Which means the trip between you and the dealer may be a slow and uncomfortable one.

    I'm sure Guy_H will be along to confirm whether you'd have anything to worry about for the drive between your place and the dealer.

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      Short term, you will be fine, just no WOT stuff on the freeway until you are done!
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        Originally posted by guy_h View Post
        short term, you will be fine, just no wot stuff on the freeway until you are done!
        ......wot?!?
        2008 Mk5 Golf .:R32/ BMP/ RCD-510/ More to come

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          WOT = Wide Open Throttle.

          In other words, take it easy until you can get the Stage 2 software installed.

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            Originally posted by Corey_R View Post
            WOT = Wide Open Throttle.

            In other words, take it easy until you can get the Stage 2 software installed.
            Cheers... I love that term not... like WOT?? Hahaha.
            2008 Mk5 Golf .:R32/ BMP/ RCD-510/ More to come

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