Passing NJ inspection with DP's and JB4?

Starscream · 08-18-2015, 12:32 PM

Yes I know I can search, but I need an up to date 2015 answer with fixes available to buy now,

Took my 09 335i to inspection today and it failed because of the OBDII readiness

Here are my mods,
Downpipes, DCI, FMIC, JB4 ISO, Backend Flash

Now I was reading to just set the JB4 to Map 0 for a week?
I'm using autoclear for the CAT's

Do I need a DP fix or will the JB4 suffice?

Or do you "really" need to switch back to the stock cats to pass inspection?

Starscream · 08-18-2015, 01:17 PM

Could I assume something like this would work?

https://www.x-ph.com/x-kitty-n54-downpipe-fix-dp-fix/

http://www.n54tuning.com/index.php?_...585a596e92c7ec

Muwiee · 08-18-2015, 02:01 PM

The first one x-kitty will work. You'll need that to pass the test. Also need to drive miles after wards. To set the redinies state

Starscream · 08-18-2015, 02:20 PM

Ok thanks,

Just to confirm,
Buy the X-Kitty and install it, Turn the JB4 to Map 0 drive around for 100 miles then go back to inspection?

Muwiee · 08-18-2015, 04:59 PM

Yes that is correct. But the x-kitty just like all have a resistor on back. That you have to adjust so drive around ensure you don't pop any codes then either use your own obd2 scanner or autozone and check the ready lights.

Muwiee · 08-18-2015, 05:00 PM

If you pop codes then look them up its same as the BMS downpipe delete

Starscream · 08-18-2015, 05:50 PM

The N54 tuning one has that on/off switch so would I be right in thinking the X-Kitty one would have to be removed after passing inspection or can you leave it in all the time?

I obviously don't want to mess up the JB4 tune

335NJ · 08-18-2015, 05:53 PM

Don't forget it takes some driving to meet readiness, after installing the DPFix.

And yes, remove the DPFix after inspection unless you buy the one with the On/Off switch.

Starscream · 08-18-2015, 06:29 PM

Awesome thanks so much guys

classyfast · 08-19-2015, 02:16 AM

Wait I thought they don't have sniffer tests in NJ anymore???

335NJ · 08-19-2015, 07:33 AM

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Wait I thought they don't have sniffer tests in NJ anymore???

Uhh, I never knew we ever did?

Izero · 08-19-2015, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

Wait I thought they don't have sniffer tests in NJ anymore???

They only use the sniffer for for OBD-I which is 1995 and earlier... or if you are a commercial vehicle..... or certain diesel vehicles.

335NJ · 08-19-2015, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Izero

They only use the sniffer for for OBD-I which is 1995 and earlier... or if you are a commercial vehicle..... or certain diesel vehicles.

That's true, but with NJ being NJ, I wouldn't be shocked if they implement a sniffer soon for all cars.

matteblue3er · 08-19-2015, 08:31 AM

Need DP fix.

Autoclear clears faults....which means it resets all the ODBII readiness monitors. And as mentioned, you will need to drive the car some for the monitors to set.

If you took this to a state facility (MVC), you might be screwed. They might have noted you failed for cats and may do a visual inspection next time around.

classyfast · 08-19-2015, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Izero

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Originally Posted by classyfast

Wait I thought they don't have sniffer tests in NJ anymore???

They only use the sniffer for for OBD-I which is 1995 and earlier... or if you are a commercial vehicle..... or certain diesel vehicles.

Yeah ok so how are they seeing the not-ready codes? They are plugging into obd ports?

matteblue3er · 08-19-2015, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

Yeah ok so how are they seeing the not-ready codes? They are plugging into obd ports?

Yes OBDII readiness monitor data is pulled through the OBDII diagnostic port.

Starscream · 08-19-2015, 09:52 AM

They drove my car over a camera and that was fine they seen the other 2 cats in the resonator section so that was cool,

The guy just asked me if I had reset the computer recently or put a new battery in,
I said yeah I took it to autozone because the ABS light came on and I don't think they guy there knew what he was doing blah blah blah,

He said the guy must have reset all the readiness monitors and for me to drive around for 100 miles and come back

classyfast · 08-19-2015, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by matteblue3er

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Originally Posted by classyfast

Yeah ok so how are they seeing the not-ready codes? They are plugging into obd ports?

Yes OBDII readiness monitor data is pulled through the OBDII diagnostic port.

Oh shit, never noticed that during my last couple inspections.

Starscream · 08-20-2015, 09:58 AM

Can you check OBDII readiness with a BT cable or INPA?

fazman · 08-20-2015, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Starscream

Can you check OBDII readiness with a BT cable or INPA?

BT = probably
INPA = Yes

do a search for the e9x readiness drive cycle so you can reach readiness in like less than 10 miles and probably like in 15 mins. It's actually pretty simple of a drive cycle compared to other car manufacturers

Starscream · 08-20-2015, 01:14 PM

Awesome thanks.

I'm also dealing with a DSC/ABS failure that happened this week too,

Never rains with BMW's

herrherrlich · 08-20-2015, 04:17 PM

I ran into the same issue last year after installing my DPs. I should have either waited a couple months to install and inspect it first, but water pump failed which changed my timing.

Installed x-kitty and had to tweak that damn resistor for like 6 drive cycles before the light would stay off. Instructions said :15 minute clockwise turns and retest. So, just make sure you run the full drive cycle before heading over. Passed no problem once it was tuned correctly.

Also, it helps having an OBDII scanner plugged in to check the readiness status of the various sensors. That was a lifesaver for me.

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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	Could I assume something like this would work? https://www.x-ph.com/x-kitty-n54-downpipe-fix-dp-fix/ http://www.n54tuning.com/index.php?_...585a596e92c7ec __________________ Imola Red Roadster
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Muwiee Muwiee 19 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 07 335i '12 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: California, MD iTrader: (3) Garage List 2012 BMW/335i [0.00]	The first one x-kitty will work. You'll need that to pass the test. Also need to drive miles after wards. To set the redinies state
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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	Ok thanks, Just to confirm, Buy the X-Kitty and install it, Turn the JB4 to Map 0 drive around for 100 miles then go back to inspection? __________________ Imola Red Roadster
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Muwiee Muwiee 19 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 07 335i '12 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: California, MD iTrader: (3) Garage List 2012 BMW/335i [0.00]	Yes that is correct. But the x-kitty just like all have a resistor on back. That you have to adjust so drive around ensure you don't pop any codes then either use your own obd2 scanner or autozone and check the ready lights.
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Muwiee Muwiee 19 Rep 178 Posts Drives: 07 335i '12 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: California, MD iTrader: (3) Garage List 2012 BMW/335i [0.00]	If you pop codes then look them up its same as the BMS downpipe delete
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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	The N54 tuning one has that on/off switch so would I be right in thinking the X-Kitty one would have to be removed after passing inspection or can you leave it in all the time? I obviously don't want to mess up the JB4 tune
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335NJ Colonel 533 Rep 2,872 Posts Drives: 2008 335i 6MT E90 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NJ/Philadelphia Suburbs iTrader: (1)	Don't forget it takes some driving to meet readiness, after installing the DPFix. And yes, remove the DPFix after inspection unless you buy the one with the On/Off switch.
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matteblue3er Captain 238 Rep 947 Posts Drives: Racecar Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Philly iTrader: (0)	Need DP fix. Autoclear clears faults....which means it resets all the ODBII readiness monitors. And as mentioned, you will need to drive the car some for the monitors to set. If you took this to a state facility (MVC), you might be screwed. They might have noted you failed for cats and may do a visual inspection next time around.
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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	They drove my car over a camera and that was fine they seen the other 2 cats in the resonator section so that was cool, The guy just asked me if I had reset the computer recently or put a new battery in, I said yeah I took it to autozone because the ABS light came on and I don't think they guy there knew what he was doing blah blah blah, He said the guy must have reset all the readiness monitors and for me to drive around for 100 miles and come back __________________ Imola Red Roadster
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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	Can you check OBDII readiness with a BT cable or INPA? __________________ Imola Red Roadster
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Starscream Colonel 136 Rep 2,120 Posts Drives: ///M Roadster + E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Park Ridge NJ + Windermere FL iTrader: (23)	Awesome thanks. I'm also dealing with a DSC/ABS failure that happened this week too, Never rains with BMW's __________________ Imola Red Roadster
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herrherrlich Woeful 11 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 335I - Blk/Blk Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335I [0.00]	I ran into the same issue last year after installing my DPs. I should have either waited a couple months to install and inspect it first, but water pump failed which changed my timing. Installed x-kitty and had to tweak that damn resistor for like 6 drive cycles before the light would stay off. Instructions said :15 minute clockwise turns and retest. So, just make sure you run the full drive cycle before heading over. Passed no problem once it was tuned correctly. Also, it helps having an OBDII scanner plugged in to check the readiness status of the various sensors. That was a lifesaver for me.
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