Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp — Stage 1 file (+35 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp
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Chip tuning for Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp ECU
Citroen C4 Picasso (2013) 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 1919). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 110 to 145 hp (+35 hp, +32%) and torque from 205 to 270 Nm (+65 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Valeo VD46.1, Siemens/Continental VD56.1, Valeo VD56.1. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 3 configurations · 3 ECU variants. A petrol engine built in 2013 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.
Citroen shares platforms and engines with Peugeot, Opel/Vauxhall and DS within Stellantis. Citroen is part of the Stellantis group (formerly PSA Peugeot Citroen). The Citroen range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles. Citroen turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1. PureTech is Citroen's badge for its turbo petrol engines. The Citroen petrol range is shared with Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis.
Stage 1 on Citroen petrol engines gives a noticeable gain. On older-generation Citroens, Stage 1 is flashed via OBD without a bench. ECUs are standardised across Stellantis, so Citroen files often work on Peugeot/Opel/DS. The French Citroen community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Mid-range Citroen engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Europe.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp?
Stage 1 for the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp adds +35 hp — power increases from 110 to 145 hp (+32%). Torque rises from 205 to 270 Nm (+65 Nm).
What does a Stage 1 remap of the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp include?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Citroen C4 Picasso is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +35 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 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 Citroen C4 Picasso?
Stage 2 for the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 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 ECUs are found on the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp?
The Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Valeo VD46.1, Siemens/Continental VD56.1, Valeo VD56.1. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Citroen C4 Picasso warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Citroen C4 Picasso 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 Citroen C4 Picasso take?
On the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 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 Citroen C4 Picasso?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 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 Citroen C4 Picasso?
Stage 1 for the Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2 THP Puretech 110 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.