Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp — Stage 1 file (+8 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp
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Chip tuning for Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp ECU
Ford Kuga - Escape (2019) 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Ford Motor Company group (США, 1903). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 182 to 190 hp (+8 hp, +4%) and torque from 240 to 340 Nm (+100 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MG1CS016, Bosch MG1CS017. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A 2019 petrol engine — the latest era of encrypted firmware; OBD access is available on production units, Bench on sport models.
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Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp boosts engine output by 8 hp: from 182 to 190 hp. Torque rises from 240 to 340 Nm (+100 Nm).
What changes in the Ford Kuga - Escape ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Ford Kuga - Escape is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +8 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 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 Kuga - Escape?
Stage 2 for the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 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 ECUs are found on the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp?
The Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch MG1CS016, Bosch MG1CS017. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Ford Kuga - Escape warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Ford Kuga - Escape 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 Kuga - Escape take?
On the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 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 Kuga - Escape?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 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 Kuga - Escape?
Stage 1 for the Ford Kuga - Escape 1.5T Ecoboost 182 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.