Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp — Stage 1 file (+11 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp
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Chip tuning for Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp ECU
Dodge Challenger (2015) 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (США, 1925). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 379 to 390 hp (+11 hp, +3%) and torque from 555 to 575 Nm (+20 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental GPEC2A. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The ZF 8HP70 TCU is calibrated with a separate file — torque limiter and shift maps for Stage 1. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations · 2 ECU variants. The 2015 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
The Hellcat and Demon are Dodge's top segment, with extreme power output. Dodge shares platforms with Chrysler, Jeep and Ram. Dodge is an American brand of mainstream and performance cars, founded in 1900. The top Hemi Hellcat offers significant potential with hardware. The Chrysler petrol range is mainly the Pentastar V6. The Hemi V8 is the proprietary Chrysler/Dodge engine for the top models.
The US Chrysler community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. HP Tuners is the leading tool for Chrysler/Dodge. The Hellcat confidently reaches Stage 2 with hardware. Top Chrysler/Dodge Hellcat engines sit at the power ceiling of the American mass market.
Hellcat models use a reinforced ZF 8HP. Chrysler uses the ZF 8HP on its top models. The TCU rarely needs recalibration up to Stage 1+.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp?
The Stage 1 gain for the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp is 11 hp (+3%) over the stock 379 hp, for a total of 390 hp. Torque rises from 555 to 575 Nm (+20 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Dodge Challenger?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Dodge Challenger is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +11 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the Stage 1 potential of the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp?
Stage 1 for the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp unlocks the potential built in by the factory but artificially capped to meet mass-market targets. A base of 750-800 hp is achievable once hardware is added.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Dodge Challenger?
Stage 2 on the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp?
The Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp ECU is the Siemens/Continental GPEC2A. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
Is the ZF 8HP70 TCU calibrated together with Stage 1?
Yes, on the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 hp the ZF 8HP70 TCU is calibrated with a separate file. The torque limit, shift maps, launch control rpm and clutch torque map are changed. The factory torque limiter in the TCU is usually below what the engine can deliver after Stage 1.
What happens to the Dodge Challenger warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger take?
On the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 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 Dodge Challenger?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 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 Dodge Challenger?
Stage 1 for the Dodge Challenger 5.7i V8 HEMI 379 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.