CEL caused by unplugging exhaust flap?

[mikeag96]

Code reads "138104 exhaust flapper disabled". After installing my AWE track exhaust, I disconnected the flapper and tucked it away, then started the engine and i noticed the CEL. how do I get rid of it?

Also, apparently, leaving it connected gives a drivetrain malfunction, which won't allow the car to start.

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[J29DB03]

The valve simulator that came with the exhaust.

 

[mikeag96]

The valve simulator that came with the exhaust.

I bought it used from someone on here.. wasn't aware there was a valve simulator. Anyway around it? Will driving it disconnected cause further problems?

 

[Timmy_Jones]

Not sure if this will help, but many of us simply pulled the fuse out for the flap with the stock exhaust for a bit more noise. Could try that? Otherwise yeah, should have shipped with an exhaust valve sim.

 

[J29DB03]

I bought it used from someone on here.. wasn't aware there was a valve simulator. Anyway around it? Will driving it disconnected cause further problems?

I’d suggest contacting AWE to purchase one. Otherwise I believe there are other companies that make a simulator. Or try the fuse method, but I’m not sure if that will work with having already created the CEL.

 

[SCZ4]

You need this from BMW

https://www.online-parts.co.uk/bmw-spare-parts/18302411427_Dummy-Flap-Actuator.html

 

[SCZ4]

You need this from BMW

https://www.online-parts.co.uk/bmw-spare-parts/18302411427_Dummy-Flap-Actuator.html

Should have added I fitted it 2k miles ago and no errors.

 

[MA617M]

Could you just remove the actuator from the exhaust, plug it in, and tuck the entire assembly away under a trim?

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