Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp — Stage 1 file (+15 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp
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Chip tuning for Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp ECU
Dodge Ram (2009) 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (США, 1925). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 305 to 320 hp (+15 hp, +5%) and torque from 358 to 375 Nm (+17 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental GPEC2, Siemens/Continental GPEC2A, Siemens/Continental NGC5. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. TCU units on this engine: ZF 8HP45-845RE, ZF 8HP50, ZF 8HP70 — each is calibrated with a separate file (torque limiter, shift maps for Stage 1). In the CHIPOK database: 12 configurations · 6 ECU variants. The 2009 generation — old-era petrol ECUs (ME7/ME9/MED9/Simos) with easily readable memory.
Dodge specialises in muscle cars (Charger, Challenger) and SUVs (Durango). The Hemi V8 is Dodge's iconic muscle-car engine. The Hellcat and Demon are Dodge's top segment, with extreme power output. The Chrysler petrol range is mainly the Pentastar V6. The Hemi V8 is the proprietary Chrysler/Dodge engine for the top models. High-output Hemi V8s deliver a solid gain with Stage 1.
HP Tuners is the leading tool for Chrysler/Dodge. Stage 1 on the Hemi V8 delivers a noticeable gain. 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.
Chrysler uses the ZF 8HP on its top models. The TCU rarely needs recalibration up to Stage 1+.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp reach after a remap?
The Stage 1 gain for the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp is 15 hp (+5%) over the stock 305 hp, for a total of 320 hp. Torque rises from 358 to 375 Nm (+17 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Dodge Ram?
Stage 1 on the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 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 +15 hp with no hardware changes.
What does Stage 1 give on the powerful Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp?
The high-output Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 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.
How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp?
Stage 2 on the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
How many ECU variants does the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp have?
The Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp has 3 ECU variants: Siemens/Continental GPEC2, Siemens/Continental GPEC2A, Siemens/Continental NGC5. Before flashing you need to read the specific unit — calibration is done for the exact hardware/software.
Which TCUs are found on the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp?
The Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp was fitted with different automatic-transmission units: ZF 8HP45-845RE, ZF 8HP50, ZF 8HP70. All are supported via Bench reading; the Stage 1 calibration is done for the specific TCU after the revision is identified.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Dodge Ram?
Stage 1 on the Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Dodge Ram — 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 Dodge Ram?
The original Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Dodge Ram 3.6 Pentastar V6 305 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.