Maserati Cambiocorsa Software

My 2002 Spyder CC was updated just last week (new clutch, CC software, many other updates).

I noticed that the performance curve of the engine changed. It seems like I have more low-end torque, but it doesn't seem to make much power past 7,000 RPM. On the 21st, I'm going to put it on a dyno and compare to the run I did last fall.

I've never encountered a rev limiter - several times I wish there was one, though. It seems to me I've had mine just shy of 8,000 RPM with no limiter action.

My update still has the throttle blip on downshifts (Sport mode only), but Creep Mode is no longer present. Instead of Creep Mode, they changed the throttle/clutch action in all modes -- now the throttle bumps about 3-400 RPM as the clutch is being released just slightly earlier than in previous versions.

 

Here's the link to my original dyno run: http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9823

 

Make sure you guys keep giving plenty of feedback to Maserati on your opinions of the software. The great thing is that they can make software changes very easily. It looks like the earliest we will see the new generation Pininfarina designed Maserati Spyder will be for fall of 05 and I would most likely give the Cambio a try then. After driving the M3 SMG for two years I am having fun with my GT but will be ready for a change on next car. 90% of my driving is just around town and do not get out 2nd gear but on my occasional highway drives I miss the SMG. To get in 5th it is a stretch for my right arm as I am a little over 6 feet and have seat all the back and the gear shift is a little too far forward for my liking. I think if I measured my arms I would find my Right arm is longer now due to extending so far. Would also love to see Maserati give us the Shift lever with the paddles. Never used the paddles as I found it more natural to just push the gear lever forward and back.

 

I sent an email to my dealer, too. No response yet, but I just sent it this morning.

I'll let you know Monday night if the dyno confirms the Seat-of-Pants impression.

 

Jon, our 2002 Cambio definitely blips the throttle on downshifts in Sport mode, no difference if brake is applied. No blip if Sport mode turned off.

Does your software have the upward blip of 3-400 RPM when you first touch the throttle? That appears to be the new 'launch' technique. If now, does yours still have Creep mode? Creep mode disappeared with our last update.

BTW, I ran 3 dyno runs before replacing the exhaust. The worst of those runs showed a drop of about 20 horsepower, down to 316RWHP (down from 335 seen on last fall's dyno run). The best pre-Tubi run was about 325RWHP. Interestingly, there wasn't a real tail-off above 6,500 RPM. There was definitely a flat spot at about 5,000 RPM - that may be the missing 'excitement' that I felt with the old software.

Gained about 7RWHP with the Tubi. I haven't had a chance to really study the old/new graphs to make additional observations. Soon, I hope.

Brad

 

I just sold our '02 Coupe Corsa Wednesday after it had all of the current software updates and new clutch pack. The computer definately still blips the throttle upon downshifting. I didn't drive the car hard enough to notice if the rev-limiter has been revised or if there was a noticeable change in over- all performance.

 

Jon,

See my reply to you at www.maserati.net.

According to the dealer I spoke to in Phoenix (recommended by another F-Chatter), one of the previous updates available from Maserati was called something like "SO-FAST".

That particular update required an ECU change and therefore you couldn't go back unless you bought another ECU. That same dealer told me that the newer updates are applied to the original ECU.

My local dealer didn't have any of that information, but believed the update applied to mine in June was reversible if I so desired.

Brad

 

I upgraded the software on my 2002 Cambiocorsa coupe at the same time as a noisy thrust bearing was replaced under warranty and I replaced the clutch as a precaution. At 20,000k clutch was about half to maybe 2/3rd worn.
My opinion, improved smoothness of shifts and removal of clunking shift noise more than compensated for lower shift point in manual unless in sport, also auto shift is as smooth as a torque converter auto shift. All good news and worthwhile.
Next change was Tubi! So much for auto as you spend a lot of time between 2000-2500 rpm where resonance is at its maximum. Manual shifting solves that and exhaust note is joyful.
As for the track I have found body roll even in sport and brakes to be the biggest restriction on hard charging but so what.
Finally also have had radio upgrade and reception is improved.
There are always compromises but what other car provides so much performance, style, luxury and room for 4.

 

About a month ago, I had the pleasure of taking one of the pre-production Quattroportes out for a 15-minute drive. Interestingly, the CC software operated in a manner very similar to my 2002 Spyder (that's probably why all the press reports knock the QP's choice of transmission).

I assume the final version will be updated to give that same torque-converter-smooth Auto Mode operation, but the one I drove definitely didn't.

 

Jon curious to the name change, Is it a poke at your frustration with your car? Least good to know the guys at FMoNE have been attentive to your problem. I have had not had to go back since the day I saw you there when I picked up my car. I cant wait till the new generation comes out in 2006 and was thinking maybe going Cambio on next but if these problems consist think I will stick with reliable old GT technology

 

I drove my first Maserati over the weekend. I will be buying a 2002 coupe with Cambiocorsa. I have been reading "Chat" on this site about the software for the trans and engine. The salesman in Washington DC said that they could dial it in to my liking. Must say thes cars are very hard hitting for a new driver. Which I LOVE. Notice these cars are for sale with less than 5k miles. Thinking that people bought them thinking it will drive smooth like a BMW. The coupe is a dressed up race car. Now back to the software, have they been changing it to make it a lovely shifter in "Auto" mode? Lowering the top RPM to save the pump for shifting?

 

Don't know if it helps, but WWW.CARGRAPHICUSA.COM has a software upgrade available, I'm sure they can give you some info on what they can do to make it more to your liking

 

Hi, I have a 2003 Spyder. I never read it in the manuals but a conversation with my salesman a few months back - I too was moaning about the blip missing on downshifts - revealed the following: you can do it yourself!

Here's how:
Almost exactly AFTER pulling the left paddle shift stab at the accelerator pedal.

Suggest you try this where there is no traffic to get the hang of it ;-)

Enjoy!

Regards from Zurich...