Can't remap ECU due to encryption

[Redtop170]

Hi all I have just got a 2011 Seat Leon Cupra 240 KO4 and want to remap it. I've spoken to Superchips Manchester and they are saying that the ecu is encrypted and that the ecu will have to be taken apart which I don't like the sound of.

I would even consider Revo software if ECU does not have to taken apart. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[bigbadjay]

I think this goes for all maps. Even bluefin. If you are getting REVO maybe go to your seat dealer to do it (some do) then you can relax

Where in manchester mate? welcome to the party.

 

[putridmocha]

Newer ecu's are made not to be remapped by the obd Port, I don't know why exactly but I personally think maybe car manufacturers are trying to stop it for a possible reliability increase with some maps and they would prefer that cars needed fixing more often.
Just a theory.
The new way though is taking the Ecu out and doing on the bench, nothing a big mapping company can't handle.

 

[tony323ci]

all post 2010 cars have to have the ecu removed however a reputable mapper will refit it with new snap off bolts and it will look like no one ever touched it

 

[bigbadjay]

If its somthing i wouldnt do myself, id have have to get the BEST guys handling my precious! Probably one reason mines not mapped already

 

[tony323ci]

Will at P-torque did mine I had the same worries until I saw what he did it was like a ghost had visited left the car like it had never been touched
except for leaving some extra ponies lying around

 

[/dev/null]

Newer ecu's are made not to be remapped by the obd Port, I don't know why exactly but I personally think maybe car manufacturers are trying to stop it for a possible reliability increase with some maps and they would prefer that cars needed fixing more often.
Just a theory.
The new way though is taking the Ecu out and doing on the bench, nothing a big mapping company can't handle.

I would have thought more like they are worried about getting warranty claims from people who have put some dodgy software on and screwed things up! Remember the claim comes through the dealership and they want the money so it's in their interest really not to check whether the ECU has been played with! Then the dealer will charge back the warranty costs against the manufacturer.

 

[robdf2]

i know that SEAT have uprgaded their diagnostic equipment gone are the 5052 and 5051b diagnostic machines.
Now they could have been replaced to come into line with the newer ecu's and also the extra features that cars now have or they could also include interegation of changes to software.
Just my thoughts , not trying to scare monger.

 

[Revo Kev]

Guy's I think you're all misinformed, we've not seen any Leon Cupra that has a locked ECU.
True 'some' ECUs from 2010 (Sept 2009 actually) are locked, but not all of them.

A lot of 'tuners' know that their equipment could leave an ECU inoperable if it was locked and they attempted to flash it through the OBD port. This however isn't the case with Revo software as we use full size files and have complete stock files for each ECU we cater for...

...get into your local Revo dealer and Go Play!

 

[Redtop170]

I have spoken to Mike at Votex in Congleton today and have decided to go with Revo software. They say that they have done a newer car than mine through the OBD port

 

[DAZFR72]

Hi all I have just got a 2011 Seat Leon Cupra 240 KO4 and want to remap it. I've spoken to Superchips Manchester and they are saying that the ecu is encrypted and that the ecu will have to be taken apart which I don't like the sound of.

I would even consider Revo software if ECU does not have to taken apart. Any help would be appreciated.

Was with a customer yesterday talking about this issue and the ecu has to be removed and taken apart , he does this all the time if it's any help google autograph burnley or pm me and I will give you the contact details . They even do custom remaps

 

[cheungy]

...apr

 

[Jarre]

My 2010 1.2TSi also has a locked ECU when i rang bigfishtuning about remapping mine. He said it can be done but will void your warranty, so i decided to leave if

 

[robdf2]

when i rang bigfishtuning about remapping mine.

who?

 

[Jmerrie]

The new way though is taking the Ecu out and doing on the bench, nothing a big mapping company can't handle.

Had mine done this way and no issues!!

 

[Revo Kev]

None of the 2.0TFSI transverse engined cars have locked ECU's. Pretty much all of the CR engined cars have locked ECU's though!

 

[spidara]

I have 1.4 tsi from 2010, is this ECU lock or not. I think of Revo remap.

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[m4rtin]

I have spoken to Mike at Votex in Congleton today and have decided to go with Revo software. They say that they have done a newer car than mine through the OBD port

Mike is a nice guy and knows his stuff.

My car has been serviced by Votex for for past few years, I've been really please every time

 

[Revo Kev]

I have 1.4 tsi from 2010, is this ECU lock or not. I think of Revo remap.

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Ibiza Twincharger or Leon Turbo?

 

[spidara]

Sorry, my bad it is Leon 1.4 tsi and in Croatia we have new dealer for Revo.