Mk2 Tiguan Tuning

[TIGR]

I'm not affiliated with APR (except that my MK1 Tig has the APR Tune, Intake and Intercooler)

But APR has released their tune for the MK2 Tig - check it out!
APR Presents the New Tiguan 2.0 TSI ECU Upgrade (ROW Market)!

[tigger73]

Interesting. It looks like they just reference back to the standard EA888 Gen 3 Engine page and that the "standard" AWD downpipe will work also.

I guess time will tell once someone installs it locally whether the hardware actually fits. Just so people are aware US still runs the gen 1 Tiguan and won't be getting the gen2 until the release of the Tiguan XL (US will only get the larger 7 seater).

It must be that someone has test-fit the hardware and tuned their Tig already for them to claim compatibility..

[Chocolate_Bear]

I'm not affiliated with APR (except that my MK1 Tig has the APR Tune, Intake and Intercooler)

But APR has released their tune for the MK2 Tig - check it out!
APR Presents the New Tiguan 2.0 TSI ECU Upgrade (ROW Market)!

That's some decent increase for a pure ecu upgrade. Do you know if it is detectable during service or is there an option / switch ?


Tiguan 162tsi rline (May 2017) - NSW, Northern Beaches

[tigger73]

I think these days you have to work on the assumtion that any ECU tune is detectable if you take it to the dealer.

Moral of the story is to service with independent workshops and if you do need to take your car in for warranty work you remove the tune before it goes in so that your car doesn't get flagged.

Speak to your tuner about how they handle any potential warranty work.

[TIGR]

Interesting. It looks like they just reference back to the standard EA888 Gen 3 Engine page and that the "standard" AWD downpipe will work also.

Yeah, I had some thoughts about the DP.
Coming from my bias dealing with the 42DD non-AWD DP for my Mk1 Tig.
But if they're claiming it, someone must have tested it.
Perhaps APR Australia can confirm?

[Eyes24]

Hi all anyone hear of this?

http://www.racechipaustralia.com.au/shop/

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[jaydeecee18]

APR ECU Tune for Tiguan MK2 (ROW)

Just bought JB1 for our new tiguan 162tsi..car arriving soon..will report how it goes, had jb1 on my s3 8v, awesome product


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[Eyes24]

Just bought JB1 for our new tiguan 162tsi..car arriving soon..will report how it goes, had jb1 on my s3 8v, awesome product


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So can Jb1 unplug when you take it for Service? So you don't void your warranty.


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[jaydeecee18]

APR ECU Tune for Tiguan MK2 (ROW)

piggyback and flash tunes if VW really want can check and flag TD1 and TB1 ...so either way ...you pay to play ...and take the risk




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[Eyes24]

piggyback and flash tunes if VW really want can check and flag TD1 and TB1 ...so either way ...you pay to play ...and take the risk




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Thanks for the head up.


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[TIG162R]

Hey guys, does anyone know whats required to get the "fart" noise out of the 162TSi, i saw someone mention is somewhere but cant find it. Also, I am looking to get this Plug n Play, I like that it can be reprogrammed for any car: CRTD4 Multi-Channel Petrol Tuning Box Chip (New Release) | Diesel Chip Tuning Multi-Channel Petrol Tuning Box Chip

[Delewin]

Hi TIG162R,

Before rushing out and spending your hard earned money, have a look at this forum under Forum

• Specialist
  
• Tuning and Performance (inc ECU upgrades)

I think the general opinion is to stay away from "Add-on" or "piggy-back" modules as they have a history of causing problems. The feeling is that it is better to re-program or completely replace your OEM ECU.

Regards,
David

[ewok666]

Hi TIG162R,

I think the general opinion is to stay away from "Add-on" or "piggy-back" modules as they have a history of causing problems. The feeling is that it is better to re-program or completely replace your OEM ECU.

From my own experience I can tell you that a decent tuning box (like JB1) comes pretty close to a full tune but an ECU tune is definitely superior. The main benefit is around AFR targeting and some other goodies that a tune box simply cannot control. My engine runs about 10C cooler on the ECU tune and produces more power as well.

[TIG162R]

Thanks Delewin & ewok666. I haven't managed to find anything about people having problems with the piggy-back ones, but good to know. I dont want to be doing any upgrades that are permanent either for warranty purposes. Any feedback on the DSG sound when shifting? I came across this video of what the 162TSI sounds like stock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WO1AGmRLC1Y

[Gladbach]

Thanks Delewin & ewok666. I haven't managed to find anything about people having problems with the piggy-back ones, but good to know. I dont want to be doing any upgrades that are permanent either for warranty purposes. Any feedback on the DSG sound when shifting? I came across this video of what the 162TSI sounds like stock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WO1AGmRLC1Y

I'm no expert in this area, but from what I have read, the general coconscious is that even the piggy back ones are now detectable after you've removed them, so for warranty purposes there is little difference between a plug in solution or a re-flash of the ECU.

For the DSG fart, I'm guessing you probably need physically to modify the exhaust.