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Old Oct 30, 2010 | 10:40 AM
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quote from motortrend:
" Adjustments to the steering power-assist mechanism made for more precise and accurate turn-in as well as greater feedback through the wheel."

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...#ixzz13reuTDct

First of all, is this true? Does anyone have any info regarding the exact changes?

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Old Oct 30, 2010 | 11:43 AM
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From my understanding there were no mechanical additions made to the power steering rack. They changed the parameters in the electronics.
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Old Oct 30, 2010 | 03:21 PM
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If it is an electronic upgrade, wonder if that can be flashed to the older MYs ??
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Old Oct 30, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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i wonder if it is an independent control module or part of the ECU.
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Old Oct 31, 2010 | 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver88
If it is an electronic upgrade, wonder if that can be flashed to the older MYs ??
i hope so.. it needs it..
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Old Nov 1, 2010 | 07:28 PM
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Just replace the steering ECU. It's a separate unit.
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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by lobuxracer
Just replace the steering ECU. It's a separate unit.
And how much is this upgrade???


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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 06:37 PM
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You beat me to the question... Yes, how much and how easy is this swap?

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And how much is this upgrade???


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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 08:25 PM
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i wish a vendor can come up with a package deal including the ECU and suspension parts. i know aftermarket coilovers can be less expensive and offers similar results, but i would rather keep my car as OEM as possible.
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