If you are looking for expert ECU remapping or chip tuning in Swansea, Lehane Autos are trade specialists. Remapping and chip tuning is where it all began for us as a company back in 2008. Since then, we’ve been helping drivers across South Wales get the best from their vehicles — whether it’s more power, better fuel economy, torque or custom requested solutions.
Unlike pop-up tuning companies, remapping is our foundation. We’ve grown our business by mastering engine control units including other vehicle systems from early models to the latest ECU architectures. Whether you’re after a mild tuning for daily efficiency or advanced features like map switching, custom code. or immobiliser defeat, you’re in expert hands.
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We also handle ECUs with high security protocols (TPROT) — accessing via methods such as bootmode, service mode to safely bypass manufacturer protections.
If the ECU doesn’t respond immediately, we troubleshoot and resolve it — our experience in ECU recovery sets us apart from less-experienced tuners.
Scan for faults and assess engine parameters with a suitable test drive monitoring sensor data.
Use industry-standard tools to extract your ECU file
Tailor adjustments to your goals (power, economy, etc.)
Flash modified file back to the ECU
Confirm results, verify system performance, further data logs and road testing.
Our remapping services start from just £120+VAT, depending on:
Performance/Economy Remaps Only: From £170+VAT
No — not when done correctly, professionally. We take vehicle health seriously. Every remap is backed by:
Chip tuning involves physically removing ECU chips on older vehicles. Remapping is software-based for modern cars without removing any chips. Re-flashing or overwriting the same chip without involving soldering.
Yes. Well, some very new or highly encrypted ECUs require specialist access. And are still trying to be cracked by engineers all over the world. And some vehicles/engines cab gain so little safely. that they are just not worth spending the money. We’ll confirm this during a consultation or inspection.
Not for basic first stage remap. But for advanced tuning, or for to go beyond standard engine and its component limits. You will need to yes. supporting mods would be needed.
Standard. tried and tested vehicle remaps usually take 2-4 hours.
If you’re ready to improve your vehicle’s performance, efficiency, or driving experience, trust Lehane Autos LTD — the most experienced ECU car remapping specialists in Swansea, operating since 2008.
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