Fundamentals
ECUs, TCUs and the relationship between torque, power and tuning.
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Fundamentals
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Chip Tuning and Remapping: What Changes in the Software?
How calibration differs from writing a file, and which information is needed for a traceable software modification.
Read articleDiesel or Petrol: What Changes in the Calibration?
Similar power does not mean identical calibration. Understand which differences matter for a specific enquiry.
Read articleTorque and Power: Why the Whole Curve Matters
A high torque figure tells only part of the story. The speed range, curve shape and comparable measurement conditions matter.
Read articleStage 1 or Stage 2?
Differences, hardware and requirements for a suitable calibration.
Read articleTCU Explained: How Transmission Control Works with the Engine
A gear change is a coordinated sequence. Learn what the TCU does and why an engine file cannot replace a transmission file.
Read articleWhat Does the Engine Control Unit Do? Understanding ECUs and Software Versions
Why an ECU controls more than injection, and why the model name and year alone are not enough to identify a file.
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