DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp
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Chip tuning for DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp ECU
DS 3 (2009) 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp — premium diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 2014). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 120 to 140 hp (+20 hp, +17%) and torque from 300 to 355 Nm (+55 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC17C60. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The 2009 generation — first-generation CDI/TDI/HDi diesels with relatively simple ECU protection; OBD reading works directly.
DS positions itself as the group's premium arm and a French rival to Audi and BMW. The DS range comprises premium crossovers and saloons. DS is part of the Stellantis group. The factory calibration on Citroen diesels is conservative, leaving headroom for Stage 1.
Stage 1 on Citroen diesels delivers a noticeable torque gain. The Citroen community in France and Western Europe has a large pool of Stage files. ECUs are standardised across Stellantis, so Citroen files often work on Peugeot/Opel/DS. Mid-range Citroen engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Europe. The French Citroen community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp increase after Stage 1?
The Stage 1 gain for the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp is 20 hp (+17%) over the stock 120 hp, for a total of 140 hp. Torque rises from 300 to 355 Nm (+55 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the DS 3?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the DS 3 with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the risk of Stage 1 on the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp?
A remap of the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp is safe — the factory calibration in this mid-range class is conservative, leaving genuine headroom for Stage 1 with no hardware changes.
What is Stage 2 for the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp?
Stage 2 on the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What ECU platform does the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp use?
The DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp is fitted with the Bosch EDC17C60 ECU. The read method depends on the unit's protection: OBD, Bench via BDM, or Boot mode.
Does the factory warranty of the DS 3 remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the DS 3, 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 DS 3?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the DS 3. 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 DS 3?
Before Stage 1 the original of the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp cost?
The remap price for the DS 3 1.6 BlueHDI 120 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.