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Old 11-20-08 | 09:20 PM
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So i was in the GS forum and there was a thread there about hidden tips and tricks about their model. What are some of the things ours do?
Old 11-20-08 | 09:29 PM
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fog mod is mainly the one
Old 11-21-08 | 08:05 AM
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disabling DRLs?
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IS3 sucks in the dept. of having window roll down and cool stuff like that.

Well, since everyone said, what I was going to say, here are some things that I can bring up that is out of the ordinary

You can put a 10mm/ziptie down behind the gas pedal. There is a spring that you want to squish down, so you get better throttle response. More helpful for the Manual guys. But will improve on off the line go.

Adjustable timing for the auto lighting. that extra spot past the manual lighting on blinker stick.

Brake light warning light disabled on mine. Only because I dont like the 3rd brake light, so I removed the bulb and got annoyed of the warning light. Now I just need to get rid of the CEL that I have
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disabling DRLs?
IS that a question?
Old 11-21-08 | 05:23 PM
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the timing for the auto lights....hmmm hadnt ever thought of that. but i would like it to come on sooner. *Ill have to check it out.

its a shame that we can roll down windows and such. oh well.
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I think that the dealer has to adjust the timing on that. Not sure though
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um, you can put a supra chip in (we think it's a supra chip) ... bad things happen, but nothing huge & nothing that isn't fixable.
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After the moon roof stops sliding back, you can push the button again, and it will open all the way.
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Originally Posted by IS3_FTW
IS3 sucks in the dept. of having window roll down and cool stuff like that.

Well, since everyone said, what I was going to say, here are some things that I can bring up that is out of the ordinary

You can put a 10mm/ziptie down behind the gas pedal. There is a spring that you want to squish down, so you get better throttle response. More helpful for the Manual guys. But will improve on off the line go.

Adjustable timing for the auto lighting. that extra spot past the manual lighting on blinker stick.

Brake light warning light disabled on mine. Only because I dont like the 3rd brake light, so I removed the bulb and got annoyed of the warning light. Now I just need to get rid of the CEL that I have
o2Sim, here I am...lol




IS that a question?
hahaha it was half and half. i was waiting for someone to confirm my reply. guess not.
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Originally Posted by IS3_FTW
IS3 sucks in the dept. of having window roll down and cool stuff like that.

Well, since everyone said, what I was going to say, here are some things that I can bring up that is out of the ordinary

You can put a 10mm/ziptie down behind the gas pedal. There is a spring that you want to squish down, so you get better throttle response. More helpful for the Manual guys. But will improve on off the line go.
Interesting, post some pics if you can.
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can someone re-explain the light adjustment?

i tried today and cant seem to figure out what they are talking about.
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Originally Posted by Brian231
Interesting, post some pics if you can.
I dont have pics and its hard to explain. I just know that you have to be in a pretzel when you do this. If I need to, I will look under it this weekend. Thats if I remember

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can someone re-explain the light adjustment?

i tried today and cant seem to figure out what they are talking about.
Are you talking about the Auto Light timer?
Where did you find the instructions?

My last knowledge, is that you might have to take it to a stealership to get that worked out
Old 11-27-08 | 12:29 AM
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I dont know about you guys but my IS is a transformer.
Old 12-05-08 | 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by IS3_FTW
I dont have pics and its hard to explain. I just know that you have to be in a pretzel when you do this. If I need to, I will look under it this weekend. Thats if I remember
I think he forgot, lol
Old 12-23-08 | 10:13 PM
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Anyone do the CDD delete mod? Costs very little but does wonders for manuals. For those of you that don't already know, its that little clutch dampening device that is mainly for inexperienced drivers so they don't stall out as easily. It restricts the fluid flow in the clutch line so the clutch gets let out slowly even if you pop it. Removing it made it possible to engage the clutch faster and ultimately the car is much more enjoyable to drive. That along with the throttle cable spacer as previously mentioned and a short shifter will make a huge difference in driving pleasure. All that is needed is a 10mm brake line union, a bottle of brake fluid, and a buddy to help bleed the line. I have some pics that I used to do this if anyone wants...

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