REMOTE TUNING PROCESS & REQUIREMENTS
At PowerLabs, we offer a convenient and effective tuning service known as Remote Tuning. This process allows us to optimize the performance of your vehicle without the need to bring it to our shop. In this overview, we'll discuss the basics of the Remote Tuning process and explain how it can enhance the performance of your vehicle.
SECTION 1: WHAT IS REMOTE TUNING
Remote Tuning is a tuning method that enables us to tune your vehicle from a distance. It eliminates the need for bringing the vehicle directly to us and allows us to fine-tune a wide range of vehicles, from stock to highly modified applications. However, it's important to note that for certain applications, an aftermarket wideband sensor may be required to properly tune wide-open throttle and high-load operation areas.
SECTION 2: REMOTE TUNING PROCESS
- Initial Consultation: We start with a detailed discussion about your vehicle, modifications, and performance goals. This helps us understand your specific requirements and determine if Remote Tuning is the right option for you.
- Preparation: Before the Remote Tuning takes place, it's important to ensure your vehicle is in optimal condition. We recommend checking and addressing any existing mechanical or electrical issues prior to tuning to achieve the best results.
- Tuning Device: To facilitate the Remote Tuning process, you will need a remote tuning device such as the HP Tuners MPVI3 or RTD. These devices can be used to tune multiple vehicles, providing flexibility and convenience.
- Base Tune: Using our extensive experience and knowledge, we create a base tune that is specific to your vehicle and modifications. This tune is carefully calibrated to provide a solid starting point for your vehicle's performance optimization. We will provide you with detailed instructions for loading this initial tune into your vehicle using your remote tuning device.
- Datalogging Instructions: After you have loaded the base tune from PowerLabs, we will provide you with detailed instructions for the datalogging process. You will be responsible for conducting the datalogging on a safe, closed course or dyno.
- Tune Revision: Once you have completed the datalogging process, we will analyze the data and make precise adjustments to your vehicle's tune remotely. We will then send you the updated tune file for you to load onto your vehicle.
- Iterative Process: Remote Tuning often involves an iterative process where you perform additional datalogging and we make further adjustments to the tune based on the data. This process continues until we achieve the optimal performance for your vehicle.