I am not an expert on cars (disclaimer ^^)
But my friend told me that the AT coupe's timing is off and it can be a bit of an issue. Is this true and if it is, can one fix it?

foobs

 

You mean ignition timing? It's all factory set and somewhat adjustable at the dealer thru his ConsultII scan tool.
I doubt that it's off, but if you feel your timing is bad, have the dealer check it.
C.

 

So the dealer can essentially tweek our cars a few more degrees. Why aren't we all doing this, does it get diluted over time with the learning function of the ecu?

 

i think he meant gear shifting. dunno if that's the same hehe.

 

I believe my dealer has been told to not make any such adjustments unless necessary. Apparantly it's not gas mileage (pollution) friendly, and can complicate detonation issues.
As to how far the learning algo will adjust the timing, nobody seems to know. It probably has its limits.
You're right tho, peeps should be asking at the dealers about such 'adjustments'.
C.

 

I got a brochure from Infiniti touting thier special performance tuning package for any car they sell. I wonder if ecu adjustments are part of it?

 

does he mean for the mm shifting? if so i think he wants a grounding kit... gordgees, i think thats what its called, is good...

 

whats this about Infiniti's special performance tuning package? what is it and how does it change the cars performance.

 

Not sure but the brochure says: "I-valuation" Performance Evaluation and some BS about a more comprehensive understanding of you Infiniti..vague marketing for not much substance.