[NICKTENN]

Yes, the ticking is normal and very loud without the engine cover. I think its from the direct injection injectors.

As far as the exhaust actuator, unplugging it didn't cause a cel? Most everything i've read on here is you need to remove some spring and manually tie down the actuator in the open position. I haven't really heard anyone just unplugging it (wire harness), and letting it be. I left mine alone as the driver side will automatically open after about a minute and half of warming up and, as far as I could tell, stays open.

I'm telling you though, you'll notice even more power from the tune over the next couple days.

I'm sick of this rain stuff! Although I guess it doesn't matter for me with my car 1 leg down crying in the garage.