Posted by Alex (Im) E. On 12 March 2013 12:40 AM All questions about chip tuning / reprogramming / ECU flashing / changing car's data, performance or behavior. Can be answered by reading this 'How To' article. So to answer any question about this process, I'll explain it like this. Actually before you continue below, you should know that chip tuning is only recommended if you have previous chiptuning experience or time to learn it. So besides outlining the process of tuning and what is involved — you will also be somewhat tested if you are READY and WILLING to do it.

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How Tuning Works & What's Required From You: Yes, software can tune vehicle performance or change the way it behaves. However, first and most important step is: You must FIRST find a tuner that supports your car model/year. Because the tuner is what will extract the cars data to your computer, as a file. Then you can edit this file inside TOAD editor, make changes, and upload the file back to car using the tuner. So basically, to tune successfully you need 3 things to get started with confidence:.: Allows you to edit car's ECU data. Here is a screenshot of included TOAD ECU tuning software.

TOAD ECU Map Editing Software: It may be overwhelming at first. But an hour or two and you'll ge the hang of it. Basically all you are doing is changing the numbers that correspond with different behaviors within the car. Example: Torque has number 1-255.

On your car, it may be currently set at 200. Well, you can increase this to 210.

The other side of tuning requires HEX editing skills. And this is the reality 95% of the time, which is ABSOLUTELY REQUIERED. Good news is there are many online resources that will teach you about HEX.

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Here is a screenshot of included TOAD ECU tuning software. TOAD ECU Map. This is needed because it's purpose is to download/upload cars map file to your computer.

Also, TOAD will include additional resources and online forums that discusses everything related to tuning / programming. As a final test if you are READY and WILLING, here is and the kind of editing skills you need to know.: This is needed because it's purpose is to download/upload cars map file to your computer. There's many tuners available. Which one to get?

Whichever supports your car. They are all literally the same. Whether a tuner costs $2000 or $200, it does exactly the same thing.

So get whichever tuner supports your car. That's the only criteria to common question of ' Which one do I get for my car?' You can find the best tuners on the market.: To make sure it's compatible with the tuner kit in #2 above. Summary To Tuning a Car: STEP 1: Plug tuner into car.

Load it's software. Turn on car ignition. Press 'Download Data / Read'.

STEP 2: Open TOAD ECU editing software. And open the file you downloaded from car in Step 1.

STEP 3: Make changes to the file via HEX editing. Example: Find and change data that correspond to: torque, BHP, RPM to gear change ratio, etc. STEP 4: Save the file inside the TOAD ECU editing software. STEP 5: Go back to tuner software, open the file from Step 4, and press 'Upload to Car / Copy'. WARNING: Always have backup of original file!

If vehicle misbehaves, then upload original file from Step 1. By doing a successful tune — you've just saved yourself thousands of dollars on doing custom tune at a car shop. Including saving on future additional fuel costs and unnecessary brake-down repairs. So if you are still READY and WILLING after reading this article, then get started by:. Get software. Get a that supports your car. (If none support your car — then tuning is not possible as we already include the best tuners in the world that cover maximum range of cars).: To make sure it's compatible with the tuner kit in #2 above.

Here are additional High-End professional tuners that may support your car(s).

ECU Connect ProECU - Programming Kit ProECU - Tuning Suites Injector Kits Retail Trade EcuTek Tuner EcuTek Sub-Dealer EcuTek Master Tuner Interfaces and Cables Tuning Suites Licences Injector Kits Sub-dealer upgrades Vehicle Manufacturers & Importers Hard Parts Manufacturers ProECU ECU Connect FAQs Knowledge Base How To Videos ProECU System Requirements EcuTek App Downloader EcuTek Update EcuTek Vehicle Interface Firmware Legacy Software Fact Sheets Brand Guidelines EcuTek Logos Product Photos Software Logos and Marketing materials Why Choose EcuTek? About EcuTek Contact Us Work for us Products Find a Tuner Become a Tuner Work for us Tuner Shop OEMs Support Downloads About. ProECU Tuning Suites ECUTEK's ProECU Tuning Suites allow the calibration and re-programming of the vehicle's original engine management system in-situ via the OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) port. These Tuning Suites provide a host of features that help the tuner achieve fast, accurate and successful mapping. What vehicles do ProECU Tuning Suites support?

– support more than 850 different ECUs – support more than 390 different ECUs – support more than 280 different ECUs - Support for 15 vehicles – support more than 380 different ECUs – launched with support for 18 different ECUs NEW! Who are ProECU Tuning Suites for?

ProECU Tuning Suites have been designed with the professional tuner in mind. Those familiar with engine management will find the software intuitive, powerful and easy to use. This product is available to the commercial tuner only and is not supplied to individuals.

If you would like your own engine tuned, please use the to find your nearest tuner. Please also look at the for retail tools. How is the ECU reprogrammed? To reprogram the ECU, the EcuTek programming interface is simply plugged into the diagnostic socket of the car. Some of the supported vehicles can then be reprogrammed in under 25 seconds! Unlike other 'chipping' solutions, ProECU Tools require no soldering and no physical access to the ECU –an altogether quicker, cleaner and more reliable method of tuning.

Rather than spending time soldering and desoldering hair thin chip legs, the tuner's time can now be spent more productively, with less time spent wiring things up and more time actually improving mapping of the customer's car. Once an effective map has been produced for a particular combination of modifications, further identically mapped ECUs may be rapidly produced. This is extremely useful for companies who wish to package a pre-mapped ECU with their exhaust manifolds or turbo / front mounted intercooler kits. Why Reprogram the Original ECU?. Reprogramming the original ECU is by far the cleanest, safest and quickest way of correctly compensating for engine, induction and exhaust modifications. The maps in the standard ECU may be adjusted to cater for virtually any modifications that may be made to the car. Civilised features such as cold start and idle stability are retained and performance mapping is created on the basis of the (already veryy good) standard manufacturer map.

Accurate mapping replaces risky boost clamps, bleed valves, boost controllers and piggy-back modules, these extra d evices discarded for good. The safety features of the ECU are retained, such as sensor checks, fuel cut, boost cut, rev limit, speed limit and 'limp-home' mode, though they may be altered to suit the car and its modifications. As an example, if the ECU detects a problem (say, engine over-temperature or failed sensor) it is still in full control of boost pressure and so takes evasive action to protect the engine. This comes as a stark contrast to external controllers and piggyback modules either taking control of the engine functions or fooling the ECU about the state of its sensors. User Requirements.

Familiarity with standard Windows based software applications. Commercial tuning experience is a prerequisite for the use of ProECU Tuning Suites. Access to a rolling road dyno recommended Enquiries If you need further information on ProECU Tuning Suites, please.