APEXi Smart Accel Controller: Weigh-In If Installed (Merged Threads)
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So if I understand correctly, only plug and play the connector, apply current to the unit and position the button in the switch blanks area? No need to program or reprogram the unit when installed?
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I was skeptical from what some of the other guys were saying, but it makes a BIG Difference
I Love it & like someone else said i keep mine on the Red Mode 95% & if i want to cruise i put it in the Purple Mode the other 5%. If you're not careful & paying attention when you leave a red lite (supposing you have it in Sport+ & the Nannies off) it will get sideways on you quick
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Yep, disconnect wiring to the accelerator pedal, tee in the vehicle specific harness between the removed connector and the pedal and the A'pexi unit then connect and mount the switch. You then initialize the unit to show closed vs. fully depressed throttle position - 5 seconds work.
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Yep, disconnect wiring to the accelerator pedal, tee in the vehicle specific harness between the removed connector and the pedal and the A'pexi unit then connect and mount the switch. You then initialize the unit to show closed vs. fully depressed throttle position - 5 seconds work.
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I was skeptical from what some of the other guys were saying, but it makes a BIG Difference
I Love it & like someone else said i keep mine on the Red Mode 95% & if i want to cruise i put it in the Purple Mode the other 5%. If you're not careful & paying attention when you leave a red lite (supposing you have it in Sport+ & the Nannies off) it will get sideways on you quick![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
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For example, say I have the Apexi in Red (Hi-throttle mode) and set the F's dial to "Sport S+", will the throttle response be at the highest possible response, then switching to Normal will be a little softer, then softer again in Eco? Or does the Apexi simply override all throttle mappings and the F's dial selector simply adjusts the other electronic nannies (steering, traction, tranny)?
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Does the Apexi controller override the RCF's Drive mode selections in terms of throttle response or compliment it?
For example, say I have the Apexi in Red (Hi-throttle mode) and set the F's dial to "Sport S+", will the throttle response be at the highest possible response, then switching to Normal will be a little softer, then softer again in Eco? Or does the Apexi simply override all throttle mappings and the F's dial selector simply adjusts the other electronic nannies (steering, traction, tranny)?
For example, say I have the Apexi in Red (Hi-throttle mode) and set the F's dial to "Sport S+", will the throttle response be at the highest possible response, then switching to Normal will be a little softer, then softer again in Eco? Or does the Apexi simply override all throttle mappings and the F's dial selector simply adjusts the other electronic nannies (steering, traction, tranny)?
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Thanks TruPlaya26. This is tempting since the OEM throttle input is soft even in Sport S+. But maybe not getting the Apexi accelerator is a good thing to save me from burning rubber and speeding tickets!
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It's an absolute breeze. Hardest bit is getting to the connector on the throttle pedal as access is tight. I used a flat tip screwdriver to help pop it off. It's just deciding where to put the switch after that, if you want to use one of the blanks you'll need to use a dremmel to make a hole and channel for the cable and stick the switch to the blank.
Good luck!
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Apexi Throttle Controller installed
My buddy rmsimmonsj was having his Apexi exhaust system installed last week and recommended this product to me after having one on his former RC F-Sport and now current RCF.
![](http://modinjapan.com/img/throttle_controller2.jpg)
I was hesitant at first but glad I purchased one. The install is pretty straight forward and should take you about 15 minutes to an hour depending on how big your hands are and where you mount the control switch.
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2043_zpsnsatnr4z.jpg)
Find the connector at the top of your gas pedal:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2044_zpslbgcuue2.jpg)
Disconnecting this connector was the hardest part due to its awkward location under the dash:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2042_zpsqjixxim6.jpg)
I pulled off the side panel and routed the wire through the dash. I also unclipped one of the empty spots next to the BSM button and replaced it with the Apexi control switch for a nice clean factory look:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2041_zpsdqvcylwr.jpg)
I'm still messing around with the 7 different functions but the only mode that I like (and the reason why I purchased it) is the red Hi Throttle mode. Overall I am pretty happy with this mod. It really woke the car up in the lower gears and the throttle response is MUCH quicker.
My buddy rmsimmonsj was having his Apexi exhaust system installed last week and recommended this product to me after having one on his former RC F-Sport and now current RCF.
![](http://modinjapan.com/img/throttle_controller2.jpg)
I was hesitant at first but glad I purchased one. The install is pretty straight forward and should take you about 15 minutes to an hour depending on how big your hands are and where you mount the control switch.
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2043_zpsnsatnr4z.jpg)
Find the connector at the top of your gas pedal:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2044_zpslbgcuue2.jpg)
Disconnecting this connector was the hardest part due to its awkward location under the dash:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2042_zpsqjixxim6.jpg)
I pulled off the side panel and routed the wire through the dash. I also unclipped one of the empty spots next to the BSM button and replaced it with the Apexi control switch for a nice clean factory look:
![](http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a514/FR500GT/RC%2041_zpsdqvcylwr.jpg)
I'm still messing around with the 7 different functions but the only mode that I like (and the reason why I purchased it) is the red Hi Throttle mode. Overall I am pretty happy with this mod. It really woke the car up in the lower gears and the throttle response is MUCH quicker.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/bui...-thread-4.html
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On EBay, I found the Apexi Accel controller and harness at a cheap price of ~$160 (USD) shipped.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/APEXi-Smart-...ZWxt0B&vxp=mtr
The Part # is an exact match (controller 410-A001 and harness 417-A021) for the RC F but listed for a Toyota Vitz (Yaris). These exact two part #s are also the same stated for many other Lexus/Toyota models as per Apexi USA:
http://www.apexi-usa.com/store/index...ota-yaris.html
Ebay seller could not confirm it would work on the RC F. What do you guys think?
Thanks!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/APEXi-Smart-...ZWxt0B&vxp=mtr
The Part # is an exact match (controller 410-A001 and harness 417-A021) for the RC F but listed for a Toyota Vitz (Yaris). These exact two part #s are also the same stated for many other Lexus/Toyota models as per Apexi USA:
http://www.apexi-usa.com/store/index...ota-yaris.html
Ebay seller could not confirm it would work on the RC F. What do you guys think?
Thanks!