RaceChip XLR - Throttle Controller for BMW F36

Name: RaceChip XLR - Throttle Controller for BMW F36
Brand: Race Chip
SKU: 999981
Price: 299 USD
Availability: InStock

by Race Chip

F36

$299.00

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Key Features

Pedal signal controller - not a flash tune
App-controlled mode changes from your phone
Fits BMW F36 applications listed for part 999981
Sharper throttle response without adding horsepower
Reversible plug-in install at accelerator pedal harness
Won't fix turbo lag or transmission shift logic

Product Details

Brand: Race Chip
Part #: 999981
Category: ECU Tuning & Flash

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RaceChip XLR - Throttle Controller for BMW F36 — Overview

The RaceChip XLR is a throttle pedal controller, not an ECU tune. It plugs into the accelerator pedal harness and changes how aggressively the car responds to pedal input, which is useful on the F36 if the factory throttle mapping feels too soft or delayed. App control is the main draw here, since you can switch settings without pulling trim back apart. If you want sharper tip-in without flashing the DME, this is the cleaner option.

I’d pick this over a tune when you want better pedal response but don’t need more power, or when you’re trying to keep things easily reversible. It makes more sense for daily-driven turbo cars where the stock pedal map can feel numb in Comfort, but it will not add horsepower on its own. If your issue is actual turbo lag or transmission behavior, this won’t fix that - it only changes the pedal signal relationship. Install is usually straightforward, but pedal connector access can be awkward depending on interior trim and footwell space.