Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp — Stage 1 file (+35 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp
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Chip tuning for Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp ECU
Dodge Ram (2002) 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (США, 1925). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 325 to 360 hp (+35 hp, +11%) and torque from 827 to 920 Nm (+93 Nm). ECU — Cummins CM849. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. Diesel engines built in 2002 — the era of classic Common Rail without strong encryption.
Dodge is part of the Stellantis group (formerly FCA). Dodge specialises in muscle cars (Charger, Challenger) and SUVs (Durango). The Hemi V8 is Dodge's iconic muscle-car engine. On high-output Ram diesels, Stage 1 is especially felt in the torque gain. Chrysler uses Cummins diesels in the commercial segment (Ram). DPF/SCR with AdBlue is standard on modern Chrysler/Ram diesels.
HP Tuners is the leading tool for Chrysler/Dodge. The US Chrysler community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. High-output Chryslers are Hemi V8s with solid headroom for Stage 1.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp reach after a remap?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp boosts engine output by 35 hp: from 325 to 360 hp. Torque rises from 827 to 920 Nm (+93 Nm).
What changes in the Dodge Ram ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Dodge Ram 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.
Is Stage 1 safe on the high-output Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp?
Stage 1 on the powerful Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp “lifts” the factory limiters with no hardware changes. The gain is noticeable in the mid and upper range. There is headroom left for moving to Stage 2 (downpipe + intake + intercooler).
How much does Stage 2 add on the Dodge Ram?
Stage 2 for the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 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 Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp?
The Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 hp ECU is the Cummins CM849. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Dodge Ram warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Dodge Ram 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 Ram take?
On the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 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 Ram?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 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 Ram?
Stage 1 for the Dodge Ram 5.9 TD Cummins 325 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.