No, that is a different noise. The one I am experiencing is a distinct rhythmic click.
This is just a wild guess, were your brake pads changed? I know some people started having a similar noise after brake pad change. Applying some kind of adhesive to the back of the pads solved that
Well, we're probably SOL when it comes to 100% eliminating the clicking noise.
The shop tried something different by applying anti-seize lubricant in between the friction ring and the brake rotor. It has helped again, but still the noise is quite present when cornering.
It is a common issue...
Yep, it happens as @Lonestar_Nomad says.
I was working on my car once and forgot to lock it afterwards. Literally the one time I have ever forgotten to lock my car.
The next morning when I woke up to go to work, I found that someone went through it. They stole my empty grocery bags from the...
Not saying you're wrong, but I did the clone shit when it was new and my ECU was in limbo for 2 months. Taking the bus for that long was an interesting experience. Though, not something I'm unfamiliar with as I had taken the bus for years while in college.
No, your head unit replacement should not affect anything at all on the ECU.
Whether or not the dealer decides to update any firmware is a different story.
I've only been to the dealership for a couple things. Battery diagnostic, and brake recall. I didn't use the free oil changes since I wanted to use my own 5W30.
I don't think sport mode does what you're describing. The engine idle RPM is not different. The tuning is not changed. Shift points are higher and throttle mapping is changed.
If you aren't able to do it yourself, an extra person might help. For me the trickiest part was getting things aligned nicely where the Velcro is in the center. With some patience, I was able to reattach the bumper myself.