Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp — Stage 1 file (+19 hp)

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Chip tuning for Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp ECU

Dodge Charger (2015 - LD-FL) 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (США, 1925). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 292 to 311 hp (+19 hp, +7%) and torque from 350 to 367 Nm (+17 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental GPEC2A. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The ZF 8HP50 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.

Dodge is an American brand of mainstream and performance cars, founded in 1900. Dodge is part of the Stellantis group (formerly FCA). Dodge specialises in muscle cars (Charger, Challenger) and SUVs (Durango). The Hemi V8 is the proprietary Chrysler/Dodge engine for the top models. High-output Hemi V8s deliver a solid gain with Stage 1. The Chrysler petrol range is mainly the Pentastar V6.

Stage 1 on the Hemi V8 delivers a noticeable gain. The US Chrysler community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. HP Tuners is the leading tool for Chrysler/Dodge. High-output Chryslers are Hemi V8s with solid headroom for Stage 1.

Chrysler uses the ZF 8HP on its top models. The TCU rarely needs recalibration up to Stage 1+.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the power of the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp increase after Stage 1?

The Stage 1 gain for the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp is 19 hp (+7%) over the stock 292 hp, for a total of 311 hp. Torque rises from 350 to 367 Nm (+17 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Dodge Charger?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Dodge Charger with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +19 hp with no hardware changes.

Do you need hardware changes for Stage 1 on the Dodge Charger?

The high-output Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp has a conservative factory calibration aimed at the mass market. Stage 1 unlocks the engine's real potential while turbo and injector life are preserved.

What is Stage 2 for the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp?

Stage 2 on the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

What ECU platform does the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp use?

The Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp is fitted with the Siemens/Continental GPEC2A ECU. The read method depends on the unit's protection: OBD, Bench via BDM, or Boot mode.

What does remapping the ZF 8HP50 gearbox give on the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp?

The ZF 8HP50 TCU is calibrated separately: the torque limit is raised, the shift maps are optimized for the Stage 1 characteristics, and launch control is re-tuned. The TCU file is flashed separately from the ECU.

Does the factory warranty of the Dodge Charger remain valid after Stage 1?

After remapping the Dodge Charger, the official factory warranty on the engine and gearbox is lost (this applies to any manufacturer when the ECU is modified). CHIPOK guarantees the quality of the calibration and free revisions.

How long is the wait for a Stage 1 remap for the Dodge Charger?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Dodge Charger. Bench reading (BDM/JTAG) takes about 60 minutes plus refitting. Remote file processing at CHIPOK takes 5-30 minutes.

How do you roll back to the factory firmware of the Dodge Charger?

Before Stage 1 the original of the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp cost?

The remap price for the Dodge Charger 3.6 Pentastar V6 292 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.

Last updated: 30.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno