“All the modifications we do to your ECU are intended for off-Road use only”
When a manufacturer undertakes the development of a new car, they must take into account a wide array of potential conditions that the vehicle might encounter in the various regions where it is intended to be sold. This involves more than just optimizing the Engine Control Unit (ECU) program, also known as the ‘map,’ solely for peak performance or fuel efficiency. Manufacturers must also make adjustments to the map to accommodate a diverse range of potential operating conditions. These conditions could encompass factors such as subpar fuel quality, extreme temperatures, high altitudes, varying emission regulations, and the possibility that the vehicle may not receive regular servicing as recommended by the manufacturer.
ECU remapping entails the extraction of the vehicle’s standard, compromised map directly from the ECU’s processing chip, followed by meticulous adjustments to various parameters within the map. These adjustments may include fine-tuning aspects like fuel pressure, boost pressure (in turbocharged applications), ignition timing, and throttle pedal control, among others. The ultimate objective is to unlock the engine’s true performance potential. This process is entirely secure, as it effectively restores the engine to the level of performance it should have initially possessed, prior to compromises made during the original programming. Each engine boasts its own unique map, and through the precise refinement of this map, we can enhance the engine’s characteristics, resulting in increased power output and, in many instances, improved fuel efficiency as well.
Remapping a car itself is not illegal. It involves modifying the engine’s electronic control unit (ECU) software to enhance performance, fuel efficiency, or other aspects of the vehicle. However, there are important considerations to keep in mind:
1. Warranty: Modifying your car’s ECU can void your manufacturer’s warranty. It’s essential to check your warranty terms and consult with your dealership before proceeding with a remap.
2. Emissions and Regulations: In some regions, specific emissions regulations must be adhered to, and certain modifications may not comply with these regulations. It’s crucial to ensure that any modifications, including remapping, meet local legal requirements.
3. Professionals: It’s advisable to have your car remapped by a professional who understands both the technical aspects and the legal implications.
4. Safety: Excessive modifications that significantly increase power may impact the safety of your vehicle. Always consider safety when making modifications.
In summary, remapping your car can be legal and beneficial, but it’s important to do so responsibly, considering warranty, emissions regulations, and safety concerns. Always consult with experts and ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
The contemporary generation of turbocharged diesel engines is often regarded as the future of chip tuning for road cars. Even in North America, a nation renowned for its affection for gasoline engines, there’s a growing appreciation for the advantages of turbo diesel passenger cars. These engines present a remarkable opportunity for cost-effective and dependable tuning, all while preserving the inherent benefits of owning and operating a turbo diesel vehicle, including fuel efficiency, reliability, and long-lasting performance.
Following the ECU upgrade for your turbocharged diesel engine, you can expect to experience:
1. Increased horsepower
2. Enhanced torque
3. Improved throttle response
4. Smoother power delivery
5. Enhanced fuel efficiency
6. Safer overtaking maneuvers
ECU programming goes beyond merely enhancing the engine’s power and torque figures; it also brings about a series of improvements. Throttle response becomes more crisp, and the power delivery widens across the engine’s RPM range. This results in a smoother, more linear power delivery that not only makes the vehicle more lively and enjoyable to drive but also renders the engine more adaptable.
Often, manufacturers restrict a vehicle’s power output primarily to fit within specific classes suitable for fleet buyers. As an enthusiast, you may find such limitations unnecessary and undesirable. Through a conversion, you can tap into the latent power and torque that’s concealed within your engine management system.
Another significant advantage of remapping is a reduction in fuel consumption. The added torque, especially in the lower RPM range, leads to fuel savings. This translates to less throttle input required to maintain highway speeds, the ability to drive in higher gears at slower speeds, and the extra power proves particularly beneficial when the vehicle is fully loaded, towing, or navigating uphill gradients.
We completely steer clear of using generic files or maps for your vehicle, which essentially consist of copies from other vehicles that may share similarities with yours.
Instead, we adhere to a precise procedure: we first extract data directly from your car’s ECU. Then, utilizing specialized software, we make meticulous adjustments to specific data points, such as Turbo pressure, Boost Pressure, and Rail pressure. Only after these precise adjustments are made do we rewrite the data back to your car.
Through this methodical approach, we can provide assurance that the data tailored to your specific vehicle is accurate. This rigorous process eliminates common issues often associated with generic maps, such as the illumination of engine management warning lights on the dashboard or complications related to over-fuelling, among others.
We begin by extracting data directly from your car’s ECU, which serves as the foundation for tailoring the files to your specific vehicle. This approach ensures that you encounter no software-related issues since the adjustments are based on your car’s original data.
Importantly, we do not make any physical modifications to your vehicle’s hardware; instead, our focus is on refining the operating parameters within the ECU’s program or ‘map.’ In most cases, we can access the ECU’s map via the onboard diagnostics port (OBD), typically situated beneath the dashboard. However, with some newer models, it may be necessary to remove the ECU from the vehicle and open its casing. Our proficient technicians employ specialized tools to retrieve the original map directly from the processing chip.
Once we have the original map in hand, our dedicated map writing team meticulously fine-tunes the parameters. This process optimizes either performance, fuel efficiency, or a balanced combination of both, depending on your preferences. The chip tuning procedure can typically be completed in less than an hour, varying depending on the vehicle and ECU type. If you ever wish to revert your vehicle’s ECU to its factory settings, this can be easily achieved, as we always maintain a copy of the original software as a backup. Please be aware that there may be a fee associated with restoring the vehicle to its standard software configuration.
You have several options to reach our admin team:
1. Send an email.
2. Complete the contact form.
3. Respond to the email we send you, expressing your desire to book an appointment.
4. Call us at 07870508775 to schedule your appointment.
Please be aware that a £50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking, which will be deducted from the total cost.
If you need to reschedule your appointment, we kindly request a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Additionally, the remap must be completed within one week of the initial cancellation to avoid forfeiture of the deposit. Please note that appointment rescheduling is limited to a single occurrence.
When a manufacturer introduces a car to the market, it must be designed to handle a wide array of demands across various environments. For instance, the vehicle needs to function adequately with subpar fuel quality and irregular servicing, all while delivering reliability and fuel efficiency. To strike this balance, manufacturers often find themselves in a position where they need to compromise or “detune” the car’s performance. In the UK, we typically encounter fewer of these issues to the extent that extensive detuning is required, granting us the capability to unlock latent power.
Certain car manufacturers employ a single engine and then adjust the brake horsepower (BHP) using software. For example, BMW utilizes a 2.0 diesel engine in both the 318d and 320d models, with the power distinction achieved through software adjustments. This approach allows us to remap the 318d to achieve the same performance gains as the 320d.
In simple terms, it’s all about gaining more power.
A Stage 1 remap can be likened to a software upgrade that provides your car with increased power and torque compared to its original stock configuration.
A Stage 2 remap, on the other hand, necessitates modifications to your vehicle. These modifications often include items such as downpipes, straight-through exhaust systems, induction kits, and sometimes a larger turbocharger.
However, some vehicles come from the manufacturer with such conservative power settings that they can be remapped to a Stage 2 level without the need for additional modifications.
During the process of remapping a vehicle, especially when our primary goal is fuel efficiency, our emphasis is placed on enhancing low-end torque and broadening the power distribution to its maximum extent.
The enhancements in torque result in reduced throttle usage during cruising, especially when the vehicle is heavily loaded or navigating inclines. Additionally, it enables the utilization of higher gears at lower speeds, ultimately reducing the frequency of gear changes.
When these elements are coupled with an adjustment in driving habits to fully exploit the newly optimized power characteristics, there is a notable improvement in fuel consumption. In turbo diesel applications, this enhancement can reach up to 20%.
In modern vehicles, the engine’s operations are intricately controlled by an Electronic Control Unit (ECU). This ECU continuously processes data from a multitude of sensors, incorporating inputs such as fuel delivery, ignition timing, boost levels (if applicable), torque settings, and more. These parameters are finely tuned within the ECU’s code, taking into account factors like the vehicle’s usage conditions, altitude, fuel quality, and other variables. Alongside this sensor data, specific tables or ‘maps’ are utilized to maintain the engine’s optimal performance, regardless of whether it needs to deliver high or low power output.
As ECUs evolve, they become increasingly sophisticated, requiring a deeper understanding of the strategies employed by ECU manufacturers, typically including companies like BOSCH, Siemens, Delphi, Magnetti Marelli, Denso, and others, with each new generation.
The cost varies depending on your specific car, but our pricing begins at £175. Price may vary depending on your car manufacturer, model, although it remains competitive compared to other remapping companies.
Regardless of your car’s make and model, you can expect to pay less for a similar remap compared to other reputable companies that utilize genuine tools, just like us.
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The answer to this question varies: some manufacturers and service centers have the capability to detect ECU remaps, while others do not.
It depends on factors such as the manufacturer’s policies, the tools and diagnostic equipment used by the dealer, and the expertise of their service staff. In many cases, dealers may conduct visual inspections, which can identify the presence of a “tuning box” but may not necessarily detect an ECU remap.
Certain manufacturers employ diagnostic equipment to identify remaps, while others monitor parameters like fuel and turbo boost pressure values. While we make efforts to conceal our remaps from manufacturers as effectively as possible, we cannot provide a guarantee that the remap won’t be detected, regardless of what other tuning companies may claim.
We do not disclose the remap performed on your vehicle to anyone, including the DVLA or any insurance company.
No, your vehicle will not fail its MOT due to the remap, as it does not result in increased emissions.
However, removing your Catalytic Converter, DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) will raise emissions and could lead to an MOT failure.
No, a remap will not have any impact on your emissions during an MOT (Ministry of Transport) test.
Yes !
We harness cutting-edge technology currently available in the market, granting us the capability to revert your vehicle to its original factory settings whenever desired. For instance, if you intend to sell your car with the standard factory configuration, simply return it to us, and we can perform this restoration for a fee of £75 (if you tuned from us). If you have not tuned from us restoring the original file of the car will cost £175 (please ask before you visit us).
Yes we are a mobile service and cost vary depending on the distance so please send us your postcode for a mobile service quote.
We are located in East London, E151PG (Monday to Friday)
Sat & Sunday: Russell Square
Yes it can !
Modern automatic transmissions are typically more robust compared to manual gearboxes. We always stay within the safe design limits and never surpass the maximum torque rating of the gearbox. In the case of a DSG gearbox installed in VAG vehicles, we have the capability to fine-tune the DSG software to match the new engine torque, ensuring a harmonious and optimized performance.
We typically conduct a comprehensive vehicle diagnostic before proceeding with a remap and will inform you of any pre-existing issues that might be exacerbated by the remap.
In the event that your car hasn’t received regular servicing and crucial components like fuel filters and air filters haven’t been replaced, this could potentially lead to complications following the remap, as the remap involves adjustments to fueling.
For those with diesel cars equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), it is advisable to engage in a weekly motorway drive in 4th gear at a speed of 70mph for a minimum of 5 miles. This practice helps maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the DPF, as short journeys in diesel vehicles can pose significant problems for the DPF system.
It’s important to note that a remap itself will not block your DPF; rather, it’s your driving habits that can potentially impact the DPF’s performance.
1. full decat or do full exhaust system
2. including downpipe + Intercooler, air intake
Our software development process involves rigorous testing on a dynamometer to guarantee precision in power delivery. Additionally, we meticulously monitor and fine-tune factors such as fueling, boost pressures, and exhaust gas temperatures to ensure they fall within acceptable parameters. Our primary goal is to achieve peak power output while upholding optimal reliability.
We begin by collecting data from your vehicle before making any necessary adjustments. This methodology aligns with industry-leading remapping companies and is the same approach they employ to provide remap files to their franchisees during mobile remapping for customers.
Typically, the use of a dynamometer is only necessary when your vehicle has non-standard modifications.
We provide a Lifetime software warranty exclusively covering the software component, ensuring we address any potential issues that may arise. Additionally, we have the capability to revert your vehicle to its standard configuration for testing and diagnostics purposes.
To facilitate a resolution for any problems that may emerge, it is imperative that you notify us of any vehicle issues within 24 hours of having it remapped. In cases where a refund is necessary, timely reporting is crucial.
Please be aware that if your vehicle’s remap is lost due to manufacturer servicing, a fee of £75 will apply to reinstate the remap file to your car.
Makes the gear change quicker and crispier and rev matches better with a stage 1, Gets rid of gearbox lag
Gearbox remap is not adding extra power it is that engine torque and torque to the wheels will be married up, rather than for example, engine torque is 400nm whilst torque to the wheels from the tcu is only 350nm, both will be 400nm
These devices tamper with engine management signals, attempting to deceive the injectors into adding more fuel, with the belief that more diesel equals more power. Indeed, this approach does increase a diesel engine’s brake horsepower (BHP). However, it comes with significant drawbacks: there’s no control over the excessive black smoke emitted from the exhaust, and little consideration is given to the impact on other crucial engine management systems.
Excessive smoke is undesirable for environmental and visual reasons. The black smoke consists of unburnt diesel fuel and deposits that are expelled directly from the exhaust pipe. This leads to heightened emissions, an increased thermal load on the engine, and subpar drivability, often manifesting as “bucking,” which is a common issue. Clearly, these effects can be detrimental to your engine.
Because a diesel tuning box operates independently from the vehicle’s other, increasingly intricate, engine management systems, it can yield adverse outcomes, such as:
1. The trip computer displaying improved fuel consumption, despite the actual result being the opposite.
2. Disruption of the stability control system’s calibration due to incorrect torque values.
3. Abandoned boxes and loose wiring left within the engine compartment.
4. Automatic gearboxes receiving incorrect torque values.
5. Loss of torque reduction during gear shifts (for comfort and durability).
6. Negative impact on diesel particulate filter regeneration.
7. Incorrect calculation of exhaust gas temperature.
8. Erroneous calculation of service intervals.
9. Generation of multiple error codes in the diagnostic systems.