Leonv
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id like to remap my ecu but i want to buy the equipment myself i understand the ecu requires a different internal chip are there any links on the procedure
Disco 2 td5 ecu chip replacement
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brian47
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There's a bit more to remapping a Td5 engine than just changing a chip!
Leonv
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I know that you can buy the equipment cheap enough and the map is £75 from mychiptuningfiles
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Pre 2002 needs the chip replacing, later ones can be remapped through the obd port.
You really would be better off spending your money on a remap from a reputable tuning company
You really would be better off spending your money on a remap from a reputable tuning company
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I’m in the motor the last thing I want to do is put money in somebody else’s pocket when it involves a motor
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1988smithy
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No idea then mate I don't know of any info regarding changing the chip. Where do you even get the new chip from?
Leonv
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I’d assume somewhere like maplin
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Whatever you decide or manage to do, I would be sure to keep Mike's (from Dynachip) telephone number close at hand.
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So just load your map with the software and solder it in place I assume?
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I assume the OP is in the motor trade, so presumably he doesn't have access to an ESD safe workstation or suitably sized ESD safe tools.
If it was that easy, why do so many members enlist the assistance of people like Mike?
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Does the old ECU use SMT or do the chips have legs?
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Well yeah, it all starts getting complicated doesn't it
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I think the old chip has legs and the likes of alive tuning solder an SMT mount in for the new chip. Above me really all this
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I hope the OP is handy with a fine tipped soldering iron then! 
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Unless you're going to get a set up with a view to doing your own vehicle and then making money doing clients I really can't see the point in doing it as what sounds like a feasability exercise, with no offence meant
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I agree. By using someone like Mike at Dynachip, he'll be there with you to help sort out any problems.
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I hope the OP is handy with a fine tipped soldering iron then!
I would have to think twice about doing it, and I do have access to an ESD safe workshop, the proper tools, solder removal iron, etc., and forty plus years of electronics experience!
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