ECU Reprogram Questions
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How can I go about reprograming ECU in Pittsburgh? (No pulley upgrade.)
Who should I use?
Can MB tell if reprogramed and would this void my warranty?
How much would it cost?
Is it worth it?
Who should I use?
Can MB tell if reprogramed and would this void my warranty?
How much would it cost?
Is it worth it?
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not worth it unless you're recovering from mb's recall or absolutely need the limiter removed.
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The main thing is an ecu flash alone is a waste of money.
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I'm thinking of doing a Powerchip without pulley, their dyno charts show 44 Crank HP, but the main thing is they will reflash for motor upgrades like when I add a crank pulley for $100.
Do the recalls slow the car down?
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I brought my car in for all the recalls, and I could swear it was slower when I got it back... What don't I know about this![Confused](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/confused.gif)
I'm thinking of doing a Powerchip without pulley, their dyno charts show 44 Crank HP, but the main thing is they will reflash for motor upgrades like when I add a crank pulley for $100.
Do the recalls slow the car down?
Thanks,
RoydRage
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I'm thinking of doing a Powerchip without pulley, their dyno charts show 44 Crank HP, but the main thing is they will reflash for motor upgrades like when I add a crank pulley for $100.
Do the recalls slow the car down?
Thanks,
RoydRage
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Chiromikey,
Yes... I found your thread expieriencing this problem a year ago... From what I can tell you got everything back save 10-15 hp.
So... Can I assume that Powerchip can take care of this problem? I'm going to send the ECU to them this Week.
Or.. Do you have to get the old S/W restored first?
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RoydRage
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unless you've had your original s/w copied, there is no way to restore it to pre-recall status. regardless, powerchip has been able to return power to reflash affected cars.
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I found the #2006-030011 service campain was preformed on the paperwork... Damm! Why did I find this out too late! I knew the car felt slower... Not even WOT... just punching it a little, I could feel the difference right away.
DRAT!
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Can Mercedes Do it? I think my dealer would cooperate. What version does it have to go back to?
I found the #2006-030011 service campain was preformed on the paperwork... Damm! Why did I find this out too late! I knew the car felt slower... Not even WOT... just punching it a little, I could feel the difference right away.
DRAT!![Mad](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/mad.gif)
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I found the #2006-030011 service campain was preformed on the paperwork... Damm! Why did I find this out too late! I knew the car felt slower... Not even WOT... just punching it a little, I could feel the difference right away.
DRAT!
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How can I get that done before the Aftermarket software is loaded?
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RoydRage
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From my reading it seems like it probably did cause power loss for a few, but most seem to be unaffected.
Are you guys sure that there is little or no power to be gained from an ECU reprogram alone?
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ECU upgrade alone will not result in huge gains. IMHO, it is best to purchase an ECU upgrade after you install headers, pulley, TB, etc.
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(ps. The fast idle has slowed down a little but still seems to idle a little fast at 750 rpm at idle vs 600 or so before the TB installation, Did you have this problem too?)
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Chiromikey: Do you have Powerchips phone number? I am pretty happy with the TB and Chris's Headers but I think the ECU reprogram might add a little more here. Can we send the ECU to them or do they need the car on site?
(ps. The fast idle has slowed down a little but still seems to idle a little fast at 750 rpm at idle vs 600 or so before the TB installation, Did you have this problem too?)![nix](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/nixweiss.gif)
(ps. The fast idle has slowed down a little but still seems to idle a little fast at 750 rpm at idle vs 600 or so before the TB installation, Did you have this problem too?)
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