Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp
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Chip tuning for Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp ECU
Abarth 500 (2008) 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp — sports petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis (тюнинг-суббренд Fiat) group (Италия, 1899). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 180 to 200 hp (+20 hp, +11%) and torque from 250 to 320 Nm (+70 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME17.3.0. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. The 2008 generation — old-era petrol ECUs (ME7/ME9/MED9/Simos) with easily readable memory.
The Abarth range consists of sporty versions of the Fiat 500 and other compacts. Abarth has historically shared its platforms and base engines with Fiat. Abarth is an Italian tuning brand, founded in 1949 by Carlo Abarth. Abarth builds high-output turbo-petrol engines based on Fiat units. The factory Abarth calibration is sporty, yet there is still headroom for Stage 1.
The Abarth community is a performance niche within the wider Fiat scene. Mid-range Fiat engines are a high-volume chip tuning subject. The Fiat community in Southern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files.
Frequently asked questions
What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?
The Stage 1 gain for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is 20 hp (+11%) over the stock 180 hp, for a total of 200 hp. Torque rises from 250 to 320 Nm (+70 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Abarth 500?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Abarth 500 is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Abarth 500?
Stage 2 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?
The Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp ECU is the Bosch ME17.3.0. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Abarth 500 warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Abarth 500 does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.
How long does remapping the Abarth 500 take?
On the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.
Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Abarth 500?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.
What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Abarth 500?
Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.