DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp — Stage 1 file (+15 hp)
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Stage 1 file for DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp
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Chip tuning for DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp ECU
DS 3 (2009) 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 2014). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 130 to 145 hp (+15 hp, +12%) and torque from 230 to 275 Nm (+45 Nm). ECU — Valeo VD46.1. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 2009 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.
DS is part of the Stellantis group. DS shares platforms and engines with Citroen, Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis. DS Automobiles is a French premium brand, spun off from Citroen in 2014. PureTech is Citroen's badge for its turbo petrol engines. The Citroen petrol range is shared with Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis. Citroen turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1.
ECUs are standardised across Stellantis, so Citroen files often work on Peugeot/Opel/DS. Stage 1 on Citroen petrol engines gives a noticeable gain. The Citroen community in France and Western Europe has a large pool of Stage files. 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 power gain do you get after chip tuning the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp boosts engine output by 15 hp: from 130 to 145 hp. Torque rises from 230 to 275 Nm (+45 Nm).
What changes in the DS 3 ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 on the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 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.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp?
Stage 1 on the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp is developed while keeping the factory AFR, knock control and temperature limits. Engine life is preserved provided regular maintenance is carried out.
How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp?
Stage 2 for the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 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.
What control unit does the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp run?
The control unit of the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp is the Valeo VD46.1. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the DS 3?
Stage 1 on the DS 3 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 DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the DS 3 — 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 DS 3?
The original DS 3 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 DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the DS 3 1.2 THP Puretech 130 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.