Independent BMW & MINI Specialist
Phone: 01268 683790
Autologic Performance Tunes/ Remapping
Performance Tuning
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Autologic Performance Tunes are modifications to the manufacturer's vehicle tune data. These modifications are downloaded to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM) from Autologic
Through the on-board diagnostics connector.
Benefits of Tuning
· Increased fuel economy in most diesel
· Reduced number of gear changes
· All upgrades are through the diagnostic
The re-tuning process itself
Takes from a minimum 25 minutes and involves the electronic removal and re-installation of a more refined and more enhanced version of the vehicle’s computer programming. As ECUs cannot communicate during the upgrade process, at the end of the upgrade, the fault memory is cleared and rechecked before the newly tuned vehicle hits the road.
What does tuning involve
Before tuning any vehicle, it is first necessary to undertake a diagnostic report to ensure there are no issues which may affect the performance upgrade. Once completed, the relevant performance tuning software is simply uploaded to the vehicle through the tool via the OBD diagnostic port.
Why do manufacturers limit output of their engines?
The standard manufacturer tune is a compromise of hundreds of factors. Principally, the manufacturer must ensure a high degree of engine reliability across the worldwide market taking into account factors such as:
Fuel quality
• Different servicing schedules
• Different operating environments, such as altitude and terrain
• Local legislation with regard to power output and emissions
During testing, manufacturers ‘tweak’ the tunes constantly
Is the tuning process reversible?
Yes. In the unlikely event that you require the Autologic Performance Tune to be removed, the process
How will the emissions be affected?
All Autologic Performance Tunes are tested to ensure that they comply
with UK emissions laws.
Are there an physical changes to the vehicle?
Not usually. Most Autologic Performance Tunes are ECM software downloads only. There will be no physical evidence that the engine has been up-rated. The exception to this statement is the BMW Mini Cooper S. We have two different tunes available. The first is diagnostic only, the second has been optimised for a smaller supercharger pulley.
To achieve individual results for individual tests, thus compromising the overall smoothness of the original tune.
Performance Tunes are optimised for European and US driving conditions. As long as the manufacturer’s service schedule is adhered to, there is no reason why this extra power cannot be ‘unlocked’.
The standard manufacturer tune is a compromise of hundreds of factors. Principally, the manufacturer must ensure a high degree of engine reliability across the worldwide market taking into account factors such as:
Fuel quality
• Different servicing schedules
• Different operating environments, such as altitude and terrain
• Local legislation with regard to power output and emissions
During testing, manufacturers ‘tweak’ the tunes constantly to achieve individual results for individual tests, thus compromising the overall smoothness of the original tune. Performance Tunes are optimised for European and US driving conditions. As long as the manufacturer’s service schedule is adhered to, there is no reason why this extra power cannot be ‘unlocked’.