Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp — Stage 1 file (+35 hp)

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Chip tuning for Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp ECU

Chevrolet Trax (2013) 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the General Motors group (США, 1911). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 130 to 165 hp (+35 hp, +27%) and torque from 300 to 350 Nm (+50 Nm). ECU — Delco E87. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A diesel built in 2013 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.

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Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp?

Stage 1 for the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp adds +35 hp — power increases from 130 to 165 hp (+27%). Torque rises from 300 to 350 Nm (+50 Nm).

What does a Stage 1 remap of the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp include?

Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp is a software ECU calibration with no hardware changes. The key maps (boost/ignition/lambda/torque) are adjusted while factory tolerances are preserved. The gain is +35 hp with no hardware changes.

Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp?

Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp is developed while keeping the factory AFR, knock control and temperature limits. Engine life is preserved provided regular maintenance is carried out.

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp?

Stage 2 for the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 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.

What control unit does the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp run?

The control unit of the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp is the Delco E87. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Chevrolet Trax?

Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Trax voids the factory warranty on the engine and transmission — this is standard for all manufacturers. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on the quality of the remap.

How quickly is chip tuning of the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Chevrolet Trax — from reading to writing the final file — takes 30-90 minutes depending on the ECU access method. The file is prepared at CHIPOK in 5-30 minutes.

Can you return to stock after Stage 1 on the Chevrolet Trax?

The original Chevrolet Trax ECU is always saved before flashing. Rolling back to the factory firmware is done with the same programmer in 25-30 minutes.

How much does Stage 1 cost for the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Chevrolet Trax 1.7 VCDI S&S 130 hp is calculated in the calculator on this page — you select the options (DPF off, EGR off, AdBlue off, DTC off, etc.) and the price is capped by the package Max Price. Payment is by credits (1 cr = 1 €), with no subscriptions.

Last updated: 01.09.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno