Permanent M mode

Ashm3_uk · 07-06-2019, 09:29 AM

Anyone drive permanently in 'M' mode? Any pros/cons to doing this?

Helmsman · 07-06-2019, 09:39 AM

Thinking of "hard wiring" it so no need to push button? Can't see any issues with constant M mode other than wearing the dash light out...😉

Alexand3r · 07-06-2019, 09:43 AM

Well since that mode is SUPER configurable, I set it to maximum attack mode and I use it only when I drive spirited. Otherwise I drive in D2 + occasionally using the power button.

xcusem3 · 07-06-2019, 11:58 AM

Your back will forgive you for not driving in full M mode if you have a ZCP car

Ashm3_uk · 07-06-2019, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by xcusem3

Your back will forgive you for not driving in full M mode if you have a ZCP car

I've come across this term before. Pls excuse my ignorance but what is ZCP?

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EJT86 · 07-06-2019, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashm3_uk

I've come across this term before. Pls excuse my ignorance but what is ZCP?

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ZCP is a package option that included lowered suspension setup and M359 wheels. I drive mine in M mode (full everything) nearly 100% of the time. Only time it briefly comes off is if I’m driving on a road I know is in rough shape or when a good amount of snow is on the road. But in the end it’s down to personal preference

AC/DC · 07-06-2019, 03:22 PM

I hardly ever drive mine in M mode; only when I'm feeling extra froggy. Couldn't imagine hardwiring that in but it doesn't sound like the best idea.

Aktavate · 07-06-2019, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Helmsman

Thinking of "hard wiring" it so no need to push button? Can't see any issues with constant M mode other than wearing the dash light out...😉

You can actually set it to be on by default in the idrive, took me a long time to find that out.

ItsGary · 07-06-2019, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashm3_uk

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Originally Posted by xcusem3

Your back will forgive you for not driving in full M mode if you have a ZCP car

I've come across this term before. Pls excuse my ignorance but what is ZCP?

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Competition Package code

Grip Addict · 07-06-2019, 05:22 PM

You guys realize you have been saying a misnomer in this thread.

M Mode is really "OWNER MODE".

You could set your M button settings to be granny mode you push the M button and your suspension could be comfort, steering normal, trans on less aggressive 1, etc. and an M would be on your dash.

///M Power-Belgium · 07-06-2019, 06:00 PM

///M mode is when you burn all your matches but somehow still manage to start a fire !

roastbeef · 07-06-2019, 06:06 PM

Run race slicks while you're at it bro.

Adriano917 · 07-07-2019, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

Run race slicks while you're at it bro.

wfdeacon88 · 07-07-2019, 08:55 AM

random question.... in the e60 M5, the 100 hp bump from M mode.. curious what the changes are to the engine to cause the increase? is it going from V8 to v10?

Alexand3r · 07-07-2019, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by wfdeacon88

random question.... in the e60 M5, the 100 hp bump from M mode.. curious what the changes are to the engine to cause the increase? is it going from V8 to v10?

Yes it does just that. It has a cylinder shut down system.

Ashm3_uk · 07-08-2019, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by wfdeacon88

random question.... in the e60 M5, the 100 hp bump from M mode.. curious what the changes are to the engine to cause the increase? is it going from V8 to v10?

Good question.

Wonder what the bump up on the E9x M3s is?

InnerBlueSkies · 07-08-2019, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Ashm3_uk

Good question.

Wonder what the bump up on the E9x M3s is?

ZERO

Eja144 · 07-08-2019, 08:05 AM

I usually drive in full comfort mode. Anything more aggressive feels like the car is gonna shake into pieces on most of Long Island's shitty back roads and chewed up parkway ramps.

Programmed my M button to most aggressive settings for when I find myself on smooth, open pavement.

PKL · 07-08-2019, 11:39 AM

I drive in M Mode never. But I do drive in S/ Manual mode ALWAYS

gerikivan · 07-08-2019, 12:11 PM

doesnt M mode wear out your TA faster or that is just a myth?

tooloud10 · 07-08-2019, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Eja144

I usually drive in full comfort mode. Anything more aggressive feels like the car is gonna shake into pieces on most of Long Island's shitty back roads and chewed up parkway ramps.

Am I the only guy that barely notices a difference between Comfort, Normal, and Sport modes on the EDC?

Is there any easy way to check if it's working correctly? The car seems to drive normally.

Eja144 · 07-08-2019, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tooloud10

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Originally Posted by Eja144

I usually drive in full comfort mode. Anything more aggressive feels like the car is gonna shake into pieces on most of Long Island's shitty back roads and chewed up parkway ramps.

Am I the only guy that barely notices a difference between Comfort, Normal, and Sport modes on the EDC?

Is there any easy way to check if it's working correctly? The car seems to drive normally.

Not sure if there's an easy way to check. For me, the ride is definitely rougher with EDC in sport compared to comfort. Maybe would be difficult to tell the difference on very smooth roads.

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Alexand3r Private 60 Rep 51 Posts Drives: E92 M3 '12 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Bulgaria, Pazardzhik iTrader: (0)	Well since that mode is SUPER configurable, I set it to maximum attack mode and I use it only when I drive spirited. Otherwise I drive in D2 + occasionally using the power button.
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Eja144 Second Lieutenant 303 Rep 298 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (0)	I usually drive in full comfort mode. Anything more aggressive feels like the car is gonna shake into pieces on most of Long Island's shitty back roads and chewed up parkway ramps. Programmed my M button to most aggressive settings for when I find myself on smooth, open pavement.
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