Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp — Stage 1 file (+5 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp
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Chip tuning for Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp ECU
Ford Focus (1998) 1.6i (1998) 100 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Ford Motor Company group (США, 1903). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 100 to 105 hp (+5 hp, +5%) and torque from 145 to 155 Nm (+10 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental SIM22. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 1998 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp increase after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp boosts engine output by 5 hp: from 100 to 105 hp. Torque rises from 145 to 155 Nm (+10 Nm).
What changes in the Ford Focus ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Ford Focus is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +5 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Ford Focus?
Stage 2 for the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 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 Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp?
The Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 hp ECU is the Siemens/Continental SIM22. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Ford Focus warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus take?
On the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 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 Ford Focus?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 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 Ford Focus?
Stage 1 for the Ford Focus 1.6i (1998) 100 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.