555HP not enough? Of course not! Throw some hot pepper on your Cayenne killer!
Prepare for the quickest, easiest, safest way to maximum power on the latest of BMWs brilliant power plants. Our Intelligent Turbo Control Module series is ready to upgrade your BMW!
Our best selling mod for the X5M / X6M...
As always, we strive to obtain several goals:
- A simple install with world class results: No wire cutting. No permanent mods. Invisible to ECU/dealer
- Safe power gains and the easiest to use: 100% tested power gains in extraordinary driving conditions. All this at a great value.
Your 4.4-liter, 32-valve, M TwinPower Turbo engine is a tremendous achievement in engineering. This well designed and managed engine leaves room on the table for decisive and reliable power gains in output.
Applicable to the Turbocharged X5M & X6M, this 'Plug-and-Play' upgrade will leave you smiling and do so at a price you can afford...
Our compact control units for each bank offer an easy to use solution, that installs in with only hand tools.
Simply by plugging in our module to your stock engine, you can expect gains of 115HP and 125Ft/lbs of torque with supporting breathing mods as listed below!
About our awesome Intelligent Turbo Control Modules:
Our modules have been used on every late model turbocharged model and ECU software from BMW even the diesels. They allow us to accurately manipulate the ECU in ways that other products don't with this ease of install and cost. We have track tested these modules and our tunes at full power for lap-after-lap with no issues whatsoever. These same modules with a built engine and upgraded turbo system have been used to reach 860HP thus far on the S63 4.4 engine in a customers X5M (with internal engine mods).
The point of this is that the ITCM series was meant to be flexible, but simple. It adapts to most bolt on mods you will install with no input from the user needed.
We also know that people under warranty want to have fun too, so we made these systems as easy as possible to get power gains, and then revert to stock at any time if needed.
| Upgrade |
Performance gains |
| X6M , X5M with ITCM + "breathing mods" (performance exhaust, AR downpipes, K&N drop-in air filters) |
Additional gains of up to 115HP and 120Ft/lbs over stock with the addition of our ITCM, plug and play |
X6M , X5M with ITCM
(tested with K&N drop in filters) |
Additional gain of up to 75BHP and 65Ft/lbs over stock with the addition of our ITCM, plug and play.
(stock downpipes greatly limit torque gains as they are restrictive) |
X6M , X5M with ITCM
100% unmodified otherwise
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Gain of 60BHP & 50Ftlbs plug and play.
(No other mods, we do recommend at least air filters as OE is very restrictive) |
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We have set the following goals for our complete ITCM series:
- It is easy:... To install, easy to move, or easy to remove from the vehicle; even by an enthusiast level tech only hand tools are required... This application takes about 1.5-3 hours for install depending on your familiarity level with the vehicle. No programming flash, or ECU removal is required.
- Plug-and-play Each S63 kit is plug-and-play. Ready to install out of the box; no laptop, map switching or programming required. It can be installed and removed as many times as you wish, on any compatible BMW model without ill effects. We Include a 'bypass Valet Key's that let you disable and remove the ITCM modules from your X5/X6 M in about 10 seconds so no one can access the Intelligent Control Module, gain access to the additional power, or steal the units.
- It will not require: "check engine" lights or trouble codes, no permanent modifications. NO PROBLEMS!
No traces of the ITCM are left behind provided for the dealer to see. Thermal management, fuel management, and over-boost control make worries almost non-existent. The ITCM It goes above and beyond with no issues.
- It is simple: Compact, uncluttered, elegant yet rugged enough for the toughest the road and track can dish out. We include a OEM grade harness, and the unit is enclosed in an extruded aluminum vibration damped case. If you like, the ITCM units can also be hidden to go completely under the radar of onlookers when you open the hood. This piggyback system was specifically designed in both hardware and software development phases to work with the OEM ECU not aggressively against it as some others.
No one would know BMW did not sell this car off the show room floor other than the improved power level your Sports Activity Bimmer will now deliver.
- It is upgradeable: Mods like bigger turbos or oversize turbo-back exhaust systems and larger intercoolers, intakes, etc. are all compatible with the ITCM without the need to reprogram *.
ALSO... If you move on to a different model turbo BMW as they come out, you can take this module with you! Just a new harness and re-flash and your ready! Since this is a programmable piggyback, its flexible: NO other S63tt power solution can do this.
- It performs!!!: Torque and power are enhanced throughout the power band! Delivery is linear and controllable yet continues to improve the S63s ferocious off the line and highway acceleration. Mods like intake, exhaust and intercoolers further enhance performance. Drivability is completely uncompromised.
Includes:
- Twin Intelligent Control Modules (2)
- Quick Plug and Play dual Wire Harness's
- Install Instructions w/ picture diagram
Features:
- Simple install
- Free firmware upgrades for life
- Fully reversible & undetectable
- Safe, & reliable gains under all conditions
- Satisfaction assured: don't like it? Send it back for a refund within 30 days!
FAQs:
Q: What kind of installation times are involved?
A: Typically the first time the unit is installed, we recommend you allow for about 3 hours install time to familiarize yourself with sensor locations. It is usually a good deal less time after this.
Q: What other products should I consider along with the ITCM?
A: We like to recommend a set of performance air filters, and since you will be modifying the electronics, a CAN Tool to allow you to reset a 'check engine' light should one illuminate at any time.
Q: What if BMW changes the ECU, or a new feature comes out? Or if I sell the car?
A: We want to offer what no others can. We support our "Intelligent Controller" products 100% and allow you to upgrade to the latest new features for free! In the case of an upgrade, such a s a new feature very minimal money as you only pay for the hardware if necessary. In this example, if you were to purchase this unit now and we come up with a new feature like a switch to change a function, we would upgrade the firmware for free and only charge you for the additional hardware required to do that. This way you get all the benefits of the new features without having to spend a bunch of money! ALSO, if you get a different BMW, like a 335d, or M5.. or even new Turbo M3 (everyone knows that's next). We will be able to offer you a super quick option of a new harness & software reprogram, and now your ITCM works on your new car! The ITCM is very flexible and will be upgraded over the years.
Q: What if my car is still under warranty, or I am concerned about reliability?
A: The VAC ITCM unit is the evolution of previous technology that has been proven for many years by many of Europe's best ECU tuners. We invested many hours of development on the ECU tuning and needs of the BMW owner, but the hardware itself has already been proven thousands of times. Proven to be exceptionally safe and reliable, over many years and thousands of miles.
The ITCM is designed to be installed and removed in less than an hour by almost anyone. We include simple, yet comprehensive instructions so you will be confident you can have your car ready to be dealer serviced in a moments notice, and then back on the road with your power gains immediate after. The ITCM unit is undetectable by the ECU.
We have customers using the VAC ITCM on X6 & X5M cars in the hottest deserts of the middle-east, and the coldest parts of Alaska without issue.
Q: Will this adversely affect my gas mileage?
A great feature of the ITCM: NO, when cruising and under normal transportation conditions, fuel consumption will not become greater. Under full throttle/full turbo boost will the engine will use more fuel as its now using the turbochargers to greater potential.
Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of different types of ECU tuning?
| Comparison of solutions |
Piggyback tuning |
ECU Flash Tuning |
| Power gains |
Most offer 50-120HP and similar torque |
Most offer 70-120HP and similar torque |
| Warranty issues |
Can be removed or installed at anytime/ undetectable by dealer once removed |
ECU flash is stored on ECU, the new BMW ISIS tool at dealer may be able to read these. |
| Cost |
Typically $1000-1500 |
$1000-2000 or more |
| Install flexibility |
Plug and play:
Remove and install at anytime |
Must be flashed, if overwritten, must be re-flashed |
Note:
*Reprogramming is not necessary with most bolt on parts like exhaust, intake and intercooler mods.