Soler Control
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@Kracka Just remember, there's also a 'Lockout' setting that disables the accelerator pedal, so if nothing else you can use it for anti-theft. 
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I'm another happy user of the Soler throttle controller. Well worth the $200. GM should include this functionality in the adjustable mode settings.
I used the LCD display to get the code to make the Bluetooth connection to my phone, then disconnected the display. I left it in the center console should I ever need it (e.g., if Bluetooth pairing to my pone is lost for some reason and I need to get the code again), but I am not inclined to use sticky tape or fasteners on my interior, which is suede where I otherwise would have placed the display.
I used the LCD display to get the code to make the Bluetooth connection to my phone, then disconnected the display. I left it in the center console should I ever need it (e.g., if Bluetooth pairing to my pone is lost for some reason and I need to get the code again), but I am not inclined to use sticky tape or fasteners on my interior, which is suede where I otherwise would have placed the display.
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I'm another happy user of the Soler throttle controller. Well worth the $200. GM should include this functionality in the adjustable mode settings.
I used the LCD display to get the code to make the Bluetooth connection to my phone, then disconnected the display. I left it in the center console should I ever need it (e.g., if Bluetooth pairing to my pone is lost for some reason and I need to get the code again), but I am not inclined to use sticky tape or fasteners on my interior, which is suede where I otherwise would have placed the display.
I used the LCD display to get the code to make the Bluetooth connection to my phone, then disconnected the display. I left it in the center console should I ever need it (e.g., if Bluetooth pairing to my pone is lost for some reason and I need to get the code again), but I am not inclined to use sticky tape or fasteners on my interior, which is suede where I otherwise would have placed the display.
By the way, Soler was very responsive to me when this happened. Easy enough to remove and/or reinstall and the CEL goes away after a few start/stop cycles. Lesson learned.
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If you ever decide to reconnect the control pad, make sure the car is not running and is fully powered down per the installation instructions. Otherwise you may send it into limp mode and have a check engine light. Ask me how I know 😁
By the way, Soler was very responsive to me when this happened. Easy enough to remove and/or reinstall and the CEL goes away after a few start/stop cycles. Lesson learned.
By the way, Soler was very responsive to me when this happened. Easy enough to remove and/or reinstall and the CEL goes away after a few start/stop cycles. Lesson learned.
When I did my install I just tucked the control pad behind the spare carpet behind the pedals. There’s plenty of room snd I knew I wouldn’t lose it. Your post is another reason I’m had I left it back there.
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For anyone else who cares, Mike did get back to me and said the USB-C cable can safely be clipped off the control box if you don't just want it hanging out underneath your carpeting. I may or may not go back in there to do that this weekend.
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1 - It's effort with no reward.
2 - What if they announce an amazing downloadable update and the first line of instruction is "Plug the USB C cable into a port on any laptop"?
3 - No one can see the cable, it's not hurting anything.
4 - The "clipped" conducters, uncapped, could brush against SOMETHING grounded and cause an issue. I know Mike designed it, I'm simply stating that other than A1, A12, B1, B6, B7 and B12, you do not want any of the other eighteen conductors touching ground.
5 - At resale, a buyer might want to use the display.
Just my $.02.
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Can't see any real advantage to doing that, and if you run over your phone or something like that you might be very glad you have the control unit to plug back in.
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I have 2+ decades worth of history reworking, redesigning, and modifying aftermarket parts to make what, at least in my mind, is the best possible solution (as the aftermarket companies rarely ever get there completely on their own). Some do definitely get closer than others, and Mike's throttle bodies are basically it! I appreciate and respect his constant strive for progress towards perfection, which is exactly why I've run multiple versions of his evolving throttle bodies on my C7 & C8. If it wasn't his design, I never would have bought the throttle controller in the first place.
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Advise against.
1 - It's effort with no reward.
2 - What if they announce an amazing downloadable update and the first line of instruction is "Plug the USB C cable into a port on any laptop"?
3 - No one can see the cable, it's not hurting anything.
4 - The "clipped" conducters, uncapped, could brush against SOMETHING grounded and cause an issue. I know Mike designed it, I'm simply stating that other than A1, A12, B1, B6, B7 and B12, you do not want any of the other eighteen conductors touching ground.
5 - At resale, a buyer might want to use the display.
Just my $.02.
1 - It's effort with no reward.
2 - What if they announce an amazing downloadable update and the first line of instruction is "Plug the USB C cable into a port on any laptop"?
3 - No one can see the cable, it's not hurting anything.
4 - The "clipped" conducters, uncapped, could brush against SOMETHING grounded and cause an issue. I know Mike designed it, I'm simply stating that other than A1, A12, B1, B6, B7 and B12, you do not want any of the other eighteen conductors touching ground.
5 - At resale, a buyer might want to use the display.
Just my $.02.
#4 I actually had thought about that and planned to wrap in electrical tape. But then worried about whether or not the bare wires inside the tape could somehow short themselves out. I'll probably just not bother and waste time/effort on something else trivial instead.
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@Kracka If you do cut it off, make sure you disconnect it from the accelerator pedal first. Otherwise as you're cutting thru it the metal shears will conduct current and short all the wires to each other as it's cutting thru.
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i find it to be a flawed design, a waste, a cable that should not exist, and it annoys me. That's really the only reason. I'm fully aware it's not very rational
I have 2+ decades worth of history reworking, redesigning, and modifying aftermarket parts to make what, at least in my mind, is the best possible solution (as the aftermarket companies rarely ever get there completely on their own). Some do definitely get closer than others, and mike's throttle bodies are basically it! I appreciate and respect his constant strive for progress towards perfection, which is exactly why i've run multiple versions of his evolving throttle bodies on my c7 & c8. If it wasn't his design, i never would have bought the throttle controller in the first place.
I have 2+ decades worth of history reworking, redesigning, and modifying aftermarket parts to make what, at least in my mind, is the best possible solution (as the aftermarket companies rarely ever get there completely on their own). Some do definitely get closer than others, and mike's throttle bodies are basically it! I appreciate and respect his constant strive for progress towards perfection, which is exactly why i've run multiple versions of his evolving throttle bodies on my c7 & c8. If it wasn't his design, i never would have bought the throttle controller in the first place.
You can always replace it if it becomes an apparent mistake.
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Today I took the Vette into the dealer for an oil change.
I used the Solar controller to limit the throttle response.
I didn’t want to be posting another The dealer took my car on a 21 mile joy ride.
It was great to set the car on Weather level 0. Probably 5-10 miles per hour top speed. No way would one be going on a joy ride.
I used the Solar controller to limit the throttle response.
I didn’t want to be posting another The dealer took my car on a 21 mile joy ride.
It was great to set the car on Weather level 0. Probably 5-10 miles per hour top speed. No way would one be going on a joy ride.
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I installed mine yesterday, 9-9-23. It works great. I tried sport 5 and it was really touchy. Went to sport 4 but considering going down to sport 2. It seems like I want to race everybody at the sport 5 setting, just a bit too spirited and triggers a sudden down shift. Pretty easy to install. I won't use the control box and certianly won't cut the cable. Like others have said, what can it hurt hidden under the carpet?
I'm happy. Now I have to figure out why I have to unlock the door to get out... something changed and now I just can't open the door without pressing the manual door unlock button. Too many gadgets on these cars, some helpful, some a nuisance.
I'm happy. Now I have to figure out why I have to unlock the door to get out... something changed and now I just can't open the door without pressing the manual door unlock button. Too many gadgets on these cars, some helpful, some a nuisance.
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I installed mine yesterday, 9-9-23. It works great. I tried sport 5 and it was really touchy. Went to sport 4 but considering going down to sport 2. It seems like I want to race everybody at the sport 5 setting, just a bit too spirited and triggers a sudden down shift. Pretty easy to install. I won't use the control box and certianly won't cut the cable. Like others have said, what can it hurt hidden under the carpet?
I'm happy. Now I have to figure out why I have to unlock the door to get out... something changed and now I just can't open the door without pressing the manual door unlock button. Too many gadgets on these cars, some helpful, some a nuisance.
I'm happy. Now I have to figure out why I have to unlock the door to get out... something changed and now I just can't open the door without pressing the manual door unlock button. Too many gadgets on these cars, some helpful, some a nuisance.
Important: The throttle actuator control (TAC) system remains energized for a few minutes after ignition is off. It will also get energized for a few minutes upon opening doors or trunk, also if using your key fob. If the pedal connector is disconnected while the TAC system is energized your ECM might register a diagnostic trouble code (DTC)
Ignition off. Open driver’s door, and any other door if needed, including trunk. Place and keep key fob outside the car until step 6. Adjust driver seat all the way back and steering wheel all the way up. Wait 10 minutes for the TAC system to de-energize (timeout) before proceeding.
Note: In some cases, it is possible that a CEL will illuminate on first power on cycle, if so, please disconnect the battery for 15 minutes to reset the TAC system. Take advantage of this moment to make sure all connectors clicked when pushed in and that they were properly locked by its corresponding tabs. After reconnecting battery, redo step 6.
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If you ever decide to reconnect the control pad, make sure the car is not running and is fully powered down per the installation instructions. Otherwise you may send it into limp mode and have a check engine light. Ask me how I know 😁
By the way, Soler was very responsive to me when this happened. Easy enough to remove and/or reinstall and the CEL goes away after a few start/stop cycles. Lesson learned.
By the way, Soler was very responsive to me when this happened. Easy enough to remove and/or reinstall and the CEL goes away after a few start/stop cycles. Lesson learned.