Stage 1

Tuning

software-only tune on stock hardware — Stage 1 = remap of stock ECU file with no hardware changes. Typical gains: +20-30% HP and torque on turbo engines. Safe with OEM intercooler/clutch. Foundation of chiptuning.

Tune Stage 1 with DaVinci Deluxe

Professional ECU tuning software. From €45.99 (24-Hour Pass), €100.99/month or €1009/year — or test it first with the Real Software Test: €9.99 for 7 days, then €100.99/month unless you cancel in one click.

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Related terms

Stage 2
tune supporting bolt-on hardware mods
Stage 3
major hardware build with custom tune
Pops & Bangs
overrun fuel-cut delay for exhaust crackles
Launch Control
rev-limiter for optimal launches
Anti-Lag (ALS)
keeps turbo spooled off-throttle
Rev Limiter
maximum engine RPM cutoff
Speed Limiter
top-speed cutoff
MAF Scaling
recalibration of MAF sensor curve

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