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| Model: | |
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| Original | Modified | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Power(hp) |
200hp |
260hp |
+39hp |
Torque(nm) |
332nm |
375nm |
+43nm |
Please note that the performance data shows the maximum values possible. The precise performance increase depends on various factors such as series production tolerances. The tuning file is always supplied with the most beneficial settings.
Chip Tuning
Chip tuning is the original definition of what modern day ECU remapping has become. Chip tuning requires the removal of the Eprom from the ECU and the software is programmed to the chip on the bench.The software inside the chip is what is referred to as remapping, i.e. altering the standard software within a chip.Chip tuning or remap has become less and less prevalent in the market place as, since 1996, OBD remapping has taken its place enabling remapping to be done via the OBD (on-board diagnostics) port.We work on all ages of ECU from the early EDC's requiring chip tuning right the way through to modern MEDC17 locked tricore processor ECU's with tuner protection.
Effects of ECU remapping
Many people say that ECU remapping doesn't affect fuel usage, however this is not technically true.Because of the process involved in ECU remapping more fuel is going to be consumed in order to produce the increase in power.If the car is driven in an enthusiastic way after the remap has been carried out then the fuel economy will not increase (and in some cases may decreases).If, however, the driver modifies their driving style to make the most of the increased power and torque throughout the rev range then fuel economy can be increased.A good example of this could be that the improvement in torque produced by the engine after remapping means the driver no longer has to drop down a gear to maintain speed on an incline or may not have to change gear as frequently in traffic.All of these little things add up to an improvement in fuel economy.