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ECU Remapping Essentials

For enthusiasts ready to read, edit and write ECU files and learn core tuning strategies.

What you'll learn

  • Build intermediate calibration strategies for torque, boost, and fueling maps.
  • Diagnose anomalies using logs and checksum tooling before flashing updates.
  • Structure professional-ready remap documentation for clients and teammates.

Prerequisites

  • Completion of Remapping Fundamentals or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • Comfort reading ECU tables and interpreting diagnostic codes.
  • Access to safe testing environment for validating tune iterations.

Time to complete

~85 minutes across 10 focused modules.

Tools used

Outcomes

  • Deliver balanced performance tunes with safety margins in place.
  • Troubleshoot data mismatches before they reach the vehicle.
  • Document calibration revisions for audit and compliance.
  • Plan ongoing optimisation and customer handoff sessions.
01

Reading & Writing in Practice

~10m

02

Working with Raw ECU Files

~8m

03

Checksum Calculation & Validation

~6m

04

Tuning Strategies & Map Scaling

~12m

05

Creating & Smoothing Custom Maps

~10m

06

Limiters & Advanced Controls

~8m

07

Diagnostics & DTC Handling (Practical)

~10m

08

End‑to‑End Tuning Workflow

~8m

09

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

~7m

10

Essentials Wrap‑Up & Next Steps

~6m

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