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, or custom performance enhancements.
Unlike pop-up tuning companies, remapping is our foundation. We’ve grown our business by mastering engine control systems from early models to the latest ECU architectures. Whether you’re after a mild tune for daily efficiency or advanced features like anti-lag or launch control, you’re in expert hands.
Why Choose Lehane Autos for ECU Remapping in Swansea?
- 15+ years of ECU remapping and chip tuning experience
- Trusted by enthusiasts, fleet owners, and local garages
- Solutions for performance, economy, emissions & speed limiters
- Support for legacy and modern ECUs, including bootmode access
- High-end tuning tools and real-world engine health checks
- Mobile or in-garage service across Swansea & surrounding areas
- Trusted by remapping companies globally
- Transparent pricing from £100.00 + VAT
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What Is ECU Remapping & Chip Tuning?
Remapping refers to modifying the software within your vehicle’s Engine Control Unit (ECU) to improve performance, efficiency, or functionality. It’s the modern evolution of chip tuning, now applied to vehicles with re-programmable memory.
Remapping Benefits:
- Enhanced throttle response
- Improved torque and horsepower
- Better fuel economy
- Removal or adjustment of speed limiters
- Support for vehicle ECU modifications in almost any way
Chip Tuning (Legacy Vehicles)
For older cars with one-time programmable chips, we provide physical ECU chip removal, data extraction, and programming. Where required, we use ultraviolet erasing or chip replacement methods.
We also handle ECUs with high security protocols — accessing via bootmode to safely bypass manufacturer protections.
Why Choose Our Specialist ECU Remapping in Swansea
Modern vehicles are built to meet global markets and emissions standards. As a result, manufacturers “de-tune” engines to fit regulations, climates, and insurance brackets. That means your engine could be holding back power it doesn’t need to.
Our custom remapping services allow you to:
- Gain up to 50% more performance (varies by make/model)
- Unlock fuel savings from better combustion efficiency
- Customise engine behaviour to match driving style
- Remove unwanted limitations
All maps are tailored to your vehicle, driving needs, and hardware condition.
Our Remapping Process
1. Vehicle Health Check: Scan for faults and assess system readiness
2. Read ECU Data: Use industry-standard tools to extract your ECU file
3. Modify Map: Tailor adjustments to your goals (power, economy, etc.)
4. Write Updated File: Flash modified file back to the ECU
5. Post-Tune Testing: Confirm results, verify system performance
If the ECU doesn’t start immediately, we troubleshoot and resolve it — our experience in ECU recovery sets us apart from less-qualified tuners.
Pricing: How Much Does Remapping Cost?
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Our remapping services start from just £100, depending on:
- ECU type (newer ECUs are more secure and complex)
- Required service (e.g., performance, eco, or limiter removal)
- Vehicle condition or hardware upgrades
Performance/Economy Remaps: From £170
Custom Solutions: Quoted individually following inspection
Can Remapping Damage My Car?
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No — not when done professionally. We take vehicle health seriously. Every remap is backed by:
- Engine diagnostics and data logging before mapping
- Software integrity checks post-flash
- Manual recovery support if the ECU locks (common with newer ECUs)
We also recover many ECUs that were damaged by third-party tuners lacking our experience or tools. A remap will only cause issues if existing engine components are already compromised.
FAQs: Remapping & Chip Tuning
What’s the difference between remapping and chip tuning?
Chip tuning involves physically removing ECU chips on older vehicles. Remapping is software-based for modern cars.
Can all cars be remapped?
Most can. Some very new or highly encrypted ECUs require specialist access. We’ll confirm this during inspection.
Do I need to upgrade my hardware?
Not for basic remaps. But for advanced tuning (e.g., anti-lag), supporting mods may be needed.
How long does it take?
Standard remaps usually take 2-4 hours.
AVAILABLE 5 DAYS A WEEK 9AM - 6PM
1,3,4 & 12 month payment options
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Book Your ECU Remap in Swansea Today
If you’re ready to improve your vehicle’s performance, efficiency, or driving feel, trust Lehane Autos LTD — the most experienced ECU car remapping specialists in Swansea, operating since 2008.
Call us today for no obligation quote.
LEHANE
Workshop
21A Woodfield Street,
Morriston,
Swansea, SA6 8AQ
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