Description
Take control of your Audi RS3’s exhaust sound with the SST Exhaust Flap / Valve Control Unit, engineered and built in Germany for uncompromising performance and reliability. This plug-and-play system allows you to open or close the exhaust flaps at will, enhancing driving experience whether you prefer subtle refinement or aggressive sound.
Designed specifically for right-hand drive Audi RS3 Type 8Y models (from 2021 onward), this intelligent controller integrates seamlessly into the OEM electronics and functions perfectly with both stock and aftermarket exhaust systems.
Product Features
- Selectable Driving Modes:
- Sport Mode: Flaps stay open for an aggressive exhaust tone and maximum performance.
- Comfort Mode: Flaps remain closed for a quieter, refined drive.
- Factory Mode: Retains OEM operation of exhaust flaps.
- Freestyle Mode: Adjust flaps to 25%, 50%, or 75% open for tailored exhaust sound.
- DELUXE Control with Flap Diagnostics: Continuously monitors the flap operation, detecting malfunctions such as jamming or limited movement, and reports issues to the vehicle system.
- Smart Memory Function: Choose whether the system remembers the last used mode or defaults to a selected mode on startup.
- OEM Integration: 100% compatible with factory electronics — no error codes or modifications required.
- Plug-and-Play Installation: Delivered fully pre-assembled and pre-programmed with detailed, illustrated installation instructions.
- Compact, Hidden Design: 72 × 50 × 21 mm module mounted in the driver’s footwell (RHD, invisible after installation).
- Power Efficient: Consumes no power when switched off and does not affect onboard systems.
Vehicle Compatibility
- Brand: Audi
- Model: RS3
- Type: 8Y (Right-Hand Drive)
- Power Output: 294 kW / 394 hp, 299 kW / 401 hp
- Years of Manufacture: 2021–2025
- Control Unit Type: AKS.8YRR
- Protection Class: IP50 (dust protected)
Origin: Made in Germany
Number of Controlled Flaps: 2
Installation Location: Driver’s footwell (right side, hidden)
Legal Notice
For racing, show, or export use only. Installation in vehicles with ABE/road approval within the EU will void the vehicle’s operating license. Please verify your country’s legal requirements before installation.
Key Advantages
- Manual and automatic exhaust flap control
- 4 configurable operating modes
- Built-in flap diagnostics and smart memory
- OEM-level integration and compatibility
- Simple, non-invasive installation
- Precision-engineered and manufactured in Germany
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