Okay gearheads, this is the article that everyone is eagerly awaiting. In all likelihood, some of you may be irritated by my previous article on the drawbacks of ECU mapping.
To begin, I’m not an advocate of remaps or an anti-remap person. If an opportunity arises I’d let my vehicles undergo remapping with the utmost caution of course.
So, I’m writing this article to give you a better understanding and to help you determine whether you really require this modification or not.
First of all to understand why remaps are an option for the majority of car owners?
The Reasons ECU Remapping is an must
The first thing to note is that people purchase automobiles not because they want a certain brand or model to match their appearance, but due to the necessity.
Yes, there are people who buy massive pickup trucks to meet their desire to have more power and torque to haul heavy loads in off-road locations. Certain people require more power by speed, possibly due to their involvement in circuit races or simply for enjoyment.
A few people were shocked by how inefficient their vehicle has been in terms of the consumption of fuel, and therefore they resort to ECU tuning to help improve the fuel efficiency of their engine.
For those who are simply stating that you simply needs to avoid ECU reconfiguration and instead purchase an expensive car, it is completely absurd. It is true that not everyone is capable of purchasing exotic, high-performance cars.
Car manufacturers make their engines more durable, environment-friendly, fuel efficient, and with enough power and torque to satisfy “majority” of users. In fact, the majority of modern vehicles today are stocked with turbochargers, which makes them even more reliable and powerful.
However, the car industry never use the most efficient specifications for their engines in order to make them in good condition for many years, if not years. The standard specifications mean that the vehicle won’t run in the way it should.
In ECU Remapping!
Tuning your vehicle’s ECU is a way to enhance the overall performance of your vehicle and a lot of car enthusiasts do not know about this change.
Of course, you may require a professional tuner (an specialist in the area) to help unleash the full potential of your vehicle without increasing the likelihood of your engine breaking down in a hurry.
The full potential of your car is appealing However, not everyone are looking for performance improvements, but desire their vehicle to be more efficient in fuel consumption.
Whatever you wish for your vehicle, it’s very possible to achieve it with ECU mapping. Here are the benefits of tuning your vehicle.
Astonishing Torque and Power Increase
As we mentioned earlier the car makers set specific specifications for the performance of their engines to ensure the reliability and durability of their vehicles. If you require a moderate to substantial power boost A simple tune will help.
The first thing to note is that the power boost due to a remap is the result of pumping more fuel into the engine. The driver is able to alter the amount of power is required to run the vehicle. Remapping can lead to a boost in the flow of fuel and the correct timing of injection.
Therefore, ECU remapping allows the driver to gain more power by simply pressing the pedal a bit. The more you press the pedal, the more fuel will be in the system and the more power it will provide.
The drawback is that not being able to control the throttle’s response could lead in a higher fuel consumption however this may not be a problem since you’ve already beaten this disadvantage in order to increase your power.
More efficient use of fuel
The majority of the time, mapping results in an unintentional fuel consumption increases that are caused by incorrect tuning or a misunderstood understanding of ECU the remap.
Speed-lovers often prefer the speed of their vehicles over efficiency. There’s no debate about this.
However, with the right tuning the engine will be able to produce greater power throughout the rev range. What is this?
This means that a slight press of the accelerator can allow you to drive at a specific speed. If you calculate it using less throttle, it will give you further and use less fuel and making your vehicle more efficient in fuel consumption.
But, there’s a an exception. The ability to save more fuel by the remap is dependent on the driving habits you employ. If you have good driving habits you will increase the amount of miles you get from a fully-filled tank. If you are a hard-core driver every day, you can expect to lose any benefits from the remap of your car.
Car Tuning based on Your Specific Needs
As we mentioned earlier as mentioned above, you can adjust your car to your personal preferences or needs. If you’re looking for more power, speed or a better fuel efficiency Tuners can assist you in achieving whatever you desire for your vehicle.
This means you can modify your car to meet your requirements. It is possible to focus on improving the efficiency of your fuel and performance, or power, or any other car modifications that are controlled by the ECU manages.
Also, you must be precise when selecting the correct tuner for your vehicle. If your vehicle is diesel or petrol it is important to state the reasons for why you would like your vehicle to be remapped.
If you employ a scammer tuner on the streets with no strategy, you may not receive what you want from the remap. Always seek the help of an experienced ECU tuner.
Better Performance Overall
If you’re looking to get the maximum power from your vehicle, then remapping your ECU is a must. Tuning your engine will give you the most efficient overall performance when compared to other car modifications (though there are more upgrades needed to get the performance you want).
Simply, inform your tuner about your preferences for driving, needs and many more, so the tuner can determine the most suitable parameters that can be encoded into your ECU that will meet your needs in driving.
This will ensure you get the most effective results from a Remap job.
Conclusion
Do you think about tuning your vehicle? If your car was built prior to 2000, it does not have a an ECU that can be programmed. Therefore, you must first know whether your car is able to be modified or not.
It is important to think about who’s responsible for remapping your vehicle. You’ve probably noticed I’m always adamant that the tuner can make an enormous difference in the results of the remapping. Therefore, choosing the most effective tuner for your location is essential.