Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp — Stage 1 file (+21 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp
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Chip tuning for Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp ECU
Chevrolet Equinox (2017 - III) 1.6TD 139 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the General Motors group (США, 1911). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 139 to 160 hp (+21 hp, +15%) and torque from 325 to 370 Nm (+45 Nm). ECU — Delco E98. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A diesel built in 2017 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp boosts engine output by 21 hp: from 139 to 160 hp. Torque rises from 325 to 370 Nm (+45 Nm).
What changes in the Chevrolet Equinox ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Chevrolet Equinox is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +21 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 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 Chevrolet Equinox?
Stage 2 for the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.
Which ECU is fitted to the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp?
The Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 hp ECU is the Delco E98. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Chevrolet Equinox warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox take?
On the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 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 Chevrolet Equinox?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 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 Chevrolet Equinox?
Stage 1 for the Chevrolet Equinox 1.6TD 139 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.