DIY/How-to: How/What fuse to pull for NPP (Dual mode exhaust) - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-03-2013, 07:31 PM

Ok there seems to be some slight confusion as to what fuse to pull for the NPP exhaust modification. My intention is to clear up any confusion. I didn't take alot of pictures but I will take some more tomorrow and update certain areas to make this as painful as possible for those that will be attempting to do this. Install literally took 15mins and thats including fastening the cargo net plastic pieces. The vehicle used was a 2013 2SS/RS 1LE. For those wondering about pulling an engine code, you should not worry. I have not pulled a code thus far and haven't heard of anyone doing so. You only have to pull the fuse, do not pull the relay. This is only for the 2013 Camaro equipped with the NPP (Dual-mode exhaust) and or the 2012+ Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 which are equipped with NPP.

Install/Uninstall Estimate:
10-15mins or less

Tools
Flashlight (if neccessary)
Fuse puller (if neccessary)
Trim tool (if neccessary)

Location:
Fuse box is located in the trunk on the right side (passenger) behind the carpet panel. The fuse box is located behind the red square.
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If needed there is a fuse puller located in the fuse box which is located underneath the hood. The fuse box is outlined in red.
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1. Unfasten (1) flat black plastic revit
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2. Unfasten (6) black plastic cargo net screws
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3. Simply pull back the carpet to access the fuse box located in the trunk on the passenger side. Use a flash light if too dark.
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4. Open the fuse box and locate F8. It should read "EXH FLAP" 10a. Pull the fuse with the fuse puller(located underneath the hood on the left side) if needed.
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5. Now simply repeat steps 1-4 in reverse order to put everything back together. If you want to go back to stock, simply put the F8 fuse back in.

6. With the F8 fuse being pulled now the exhaust flaps will stay open, at any RPM and/or gear. You'll now witness the sound of god at any given time.

I hope this clears up some confusion on what to do and which fuse to pull. Any questions please feel free to ask, I can try and help the best way I can. Keep in mind also your stock 2013 Camaro with NPP, the exhaust flaps will stay open at idle/start up. This mod is only makes the flaps stay open all the time.

SS2-1LE · 01-03-2013, 07:42 PM

Any vids of the exhaust note!!

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-03-2013, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS2-1LE

Any vids of the exhaust note!!

I do not have any unfortunately. I just did this mod after work, then went to the gym. I will record a clip tomorrow!

slick rick · 01-03-2013, 09:24 PM

Will you notice a sound difference at start up without the fuse? I thought the valves/flaps were already open during startup with the fuse in.

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-03-2013, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slick rick

Will you notice a sound difference at start up without the fuse? I thought the valves/flaps were already open during startup with the fuse in.

To be honest I did not notice it at start up. I do notice it everytime my foot hits the pedal. Accelerating and deaceleration is when I also hear it. You'll have no regrets if you decide to do it. And if you want the values to have normal operation all you have to do is put the fuse back in.

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-04-2013, 05:55 PM

Added some addtional pictures to clear up some confusion! Hope this helps out anyone in question.

Iroc2430 · 01-05-2013, 11:59 AM

I'm trying this today!

Iroc2430 · 01-05-2013, 12:58 PM

The 2010 2SS/RS/M6 does not have that fuse. Opened up the compartment and F8 is blank and reads spare. Might just be for the 2013.

*mlee* · 01-05-2013, 01:11 PM

You might want to edit #5. Pulling the fuse does not change the tone after you start your car.

The flap is always open at startup at idle so the fuse pull makes no difference.

NEVRL8 · 01-05-2013, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iroc2430

The 2010 2SS/RS/M6 does not have that fuse. Opened up the compartment and F8 is blank and reads spare. Might just be for the 2013.

Yes only for the 2013 with NPP exhaust.

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-05-2013, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

You might want to edit #5. Pulling the fuse does not change the tone after you start your car.

The flap is always open at startup at idle so the fuse pull makes no difference.

Fixed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by NEVRL8

Yes only for the 2013 with NPP exhaust.

Yes.

ROD_SS · 01-05-2013, 03:59 PM

Just did this mod after I read youe thread.

ROD_SS · 01-05-2013, 04:19 PM

Acceleration seem to be a lot better. I would like someome else to chime in. The butt dyno feels good!

FINALLYSATISFIED · 01-05-2013, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROD_SS

Just did this mod after I read youe thread.

01-03-2013, 07:31 PM	#1
FINALLYSATISFIED Est.1775 Drives: '15 Challenger Hellcat (sold) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,502	DIY/How-to: How/What fuse to pull for NPP (Dual mode exhaust) Ok there seems to be some slight confusion as to what fuse to pull for the NPP exhaust modification. My intention is to clear up any confusion. I didn't take alot of pictures but I will take some more tomorrow and update certain areas to make this as painful as possible for those that will be attempting to do this. Install literally took 15mins and thats including fastening the cargo net plastic pieces. The vehicle used was a 2013 2SS/RS 1LE. For those wondering about pulling an engine code, you should not worry. I have not pulled a code thus far and haven't heard of anyone doing so. You only have to pull the fuse, do not pull the relay. This is only for the 2013 Camaro equipped with the NPP (Dual-mode exhaust) and or the 2012+ Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 which are equipped with NPP. Install/Uninstall Estimate: 10-15mins or less Tools Flashlight (if neccessary) Fuse puller (if neccessary) Trim tool (if neccessary) Location: Fuse box is located in the trunk on the right side (passenger) behind the carpet panel. The fuse box is located behind the red square. If needed there is a fuse puller located in the fuse box which is located underneath the hood. The fuse box is outlined in red. 1. Unfasten (1) flat black plastic revit 2. Unfasten (6) black plastic cargo net screws 3. Simply pull back the carpet to access the fuse box located in the trunk on the passenger side. Use a flash light if too dark. 4. Open the fuse box and locate F8. It should read "EXH FLAP" 10a. Pull the fuse with the fuse puller(located underneath the hood on the left side) if needed. 5. Now simply repeat steps 1-4 in reverse order to put everything back together. If you want to go back to stock, simply put the F8 fuse back in. 6. With the F8 fuse being pulled now the exhaust flaps will stay open, at any RPM and/or gear. You'll now witness the sound of god at any given time. I hope this clears up some confusion on what to do and which fuse to pull. Any questions please feel free to ask, I can try and help the best way I can. Keep in mind also your stock 2013 Camaro with NPP, the exhaust flaps will stay open at idle/start up. This mod is only makes the flaps stay open all the time. Last edited by FINALLYSATISFIED; 03-09-2013 at 10:20 AM.

01-03-2013, 09:24 PM	#4
slick rick SoCal Mayhem Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Foothill Ranch, CA Posts: 5,488 View My Garage	Will you notice a sound difference at start up without the fuse? I thought the valves/flaps were already open during startup with the fuse in. __________________

01-05-2013, 11:59 AM	#7
Iroc2430 Smoke'm if you can Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS/LS3/M6 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 713	I'm trying this today! __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers with HF Cats, Borla ATAK Exhaust, MGW Short Throw Shifter, ADM CAI with Scoop, Elite Oil Catch Can, Mishimoto Aluminum Radiator, Pedders XA Coilovers, Mantic Twin 9000 Clutch, PFADT Solid Subframe Bushings, PFADT Front & Rear Sways, PFADT Upper Control Arm Bushing, PFADT Trailing Arms/Tie Rods, Whiteline Adjustable End Links, Whiteline Adjustable Lower Control Arms, Pedders Diff Bushings, Line Lock, ACC Side Markers, ACC Reverse Lights, Custom Tune from Nitrous Express.

01-05-2013, 12:58 PM	#8
Iroc2430 Smoke'm if you can Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS/LS3/M6 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 713	The 2010 2SS/RS/M6 does not have that fuse. Opened up the compartment and F8 is blank and reads spare. Might just be for the 2013. __________________ Texas Speed LT Headers with HF Cats, Borla ATAK Exhaust, MGW Short Throw Shifter, ADM CAI with Scoop, Elite Oil Catch Can, Mishimoto Aluminum Radiator, Pedders XA Coilovers, Mantic Twin 9000 Clutch, PFADT Solid Subframe Bushings, PFADT Front & Rear Sways, PFADT Upper Control Arm Bushing, PFADT Trailing Arms/Tie Rods, Whiteline Adjustable End Links, Whiteline Adjustable Lower Control Arms, Pedders Diff Bushings, Line Lock, ACC Side Markers, ACC Reverse Lights, Custom Tune from Nitrous Express.

01-05-2013, 01:11 PM	#9
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,486 View My Garage	You might want to edit #5. Pulling the fuse does not change the tone after you start your car. The flap is always open at startup at idle so the fuse pull makes no difference. __________________

01-03-2013, 07:42 PM	#2
SS2-1LE Drives: 08 G6 GXP Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Windsor, Ontario Posts: 50	Any vids of the exhaust note!!

01-04-2013, 05:55 PM	#6
FINALLYSATISFIED Est.1775 Drives: '15 Challenger Hellcat (sold) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,502	Added some addtional pictures to clear up some confusion! Hope this helps out anyone in question.

01-05-2013, 03:59 PM	#12
ROD_SS Drives: 2013 1SS Camaro and a truck Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Antonio,TX Posts: 1,081	Just did this mod after I read youe thread. __________________ ADM tuned (465 rwhp / 442 torque) Mods- CAI, kooks long tube headers, & ADM stage 2 cam

01-05-2013, 04:19 PM	#13
ROD_SS Drives: 2013 1SS Camaro and a truck Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Antonio,TX Posts: 1,081	Acceleration seem to be a lot better. I would like someome else to chime in. The butt dyno feels good! __________________ ADM tuned (465 rwhp / 442 torque) Mods- CAI, kooks long tube headers, & ADM stage 2 cam