We’ve provided thousands of remaps and have the expertise to know whether it’s worth remapping your vehicle. This means we are aware ECU mapping can provide a variety of benefits: then again it shouldn’t be a surprise to you that a remapping company will tell you this. It’s a matter of whether really worth it undergo remapping?
Unlike some of our competitors, we believe that it’s vital for our customers to be in a position to make an informed decision. That’s why we’ve put together this blog so you can decide if having the remap you want is worthwhile for you.
Checklist
What is the number of miles your car driven?
If your vehicle has driven over 150,000 miles, then there’s a possibility that a remap won’t be worth it. While you’ll notice improvements in power, both terms of horsepower and torque at this point in its life cycle the car will have lost much of its initial power. That means the gains in power from the remap you’ve made may not be enough to reach the original values for the vehicle.
What year was the car you own made?
There aren’t all cars with an OBD port to connect to which can make changing the ECU extremely difficult. Although all modern cars will feature one, it isn’t true for vehicles that were built prior to 2000.
Is your vehicle still covered by the manufacturer warranty?
If you’ve remapped your vehicle and it’s still under the manufacturer’s warranty, it may not be the right choice for you. In the event of any electronic fault, the initial step taken by the producer of the vehicle is to interrogate the ECU and they’ll detect the change. This means that the vehicle warranty will be voided.
To your knowledge, has your vehicle ever had a remap , or any other tuning done to it previously?
If your vehicle has had a previous remap or other modifications made to it, we cannot remap it. This is because we don’t know what the previous remap or modifications might have caused and so the likelihood of being a problem is greater.
Pros
Dead spots in acceleration are reduced.
The primary benefit of a remap it smooths dead zones in your vehicle’s power curve. This will ensure that you’ll get instant response when you push the pedal. This makes driving pleasurable and safer, in case you’ve experienced of dead spots in an acceleration curve we couldn’t suggest a remap enough!
Power increases
Remaps can increase the horsepower available to your engine while remaining within safe margins. Vehicle manufacturers purposefully de-tune engines to promote marketing which allows them to produce a range of differently powered models of the same vehicle. The remap we provide will allow the vehicle to tap into the power is locked by the maker and make the most of the engine.
Better torque
Not only the horsepower of your vehicle grow, but so will the torque. You’ll notice the biggest improvements. By increasing the torque, frequency of gear shifts will decrease, and the car will experience a faster acceleration. Combined with the removal of dead spots as well as the increase in BHP values, it will feel more fluid and more enjoyable driving experience.
Increased fuel efficiency
A remap can lead to an increase in fuel efficiency, as long as you do not alter the way you drive. This is because, thanks to the reduced required gear changes, the vehicle will be able to sustain more efficient transfers of energy from combustion of fuel.
Cons
Increases the stress on your vehicle.
Particularly for older vehicles In particular, the increased power and torque can create issues with the drive train. This is due to the increased values are putting more stress on the vehicle, and also increase the speed at which components wear down.
Some car manufacturers are currently tuning their cars
Certain vehicles are already tuned, like Hondas. Due to this, an remap might only increase the power of your vehicle by a small amount, potentially meaning a remap wouldn’t be worthwhile for that vehicle.
In some cars it is a risk
Not every car can be changed through the OBD port. That means the ECU which is the brain of your car, must be removed and physically modified. This can be done with safety in a clean environment, however when you’re driving on the road like our team, it’s just not a good option.
We hope that this list and guide will provide you with all the information you need to determine if a redesign is worthwhile for you. If you have any concerns or would like to learn more, don’t be afraid to get in touch with our team.
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