Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp — Stage 1 file (+22 hp)

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Chip tuning for Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp ECU

Infiniti M (2008) 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance group (Япония, 1933). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 408 to 430 hp (+22 hp, +5%) and torque from 550 to 580 Nm (+30 Nm). ECU — Hitachi BEDxxx/MECxxx. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 2008 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.

The Infiniti range comprises premium saloons, crossovers and coupes. Infiniti shares platforms and engines with Nissan's premium segment. Infiniti is part of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance via Nissan. The GT-R and Nismo offer significant potential with hardware. Nismo is Nissan's performance division, the equivalent of AMG/M. The GT-R is Nissan's flagship supercar with a BiTurbo V6.

The Nissan community in the JDM segment is the world's largest for the GT-R. The GT-R community is an industry of its own with ready-made Stage files. The GT-R confidently reaches Stage 2 with hardware. The top Nissan GT-R / Nismo engines mark the ceiling of the Japanese performance segment.

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

Stage 1 for the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp adds +22 hp — power increases from 408 to 430 hp (+5%). Torque rises from 550 to 580 Nm (+30 Nm).

What does a Stage 1 remap of the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp include?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Infiniti M is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +22 hp with no hardware changes.

What is the Stage 1 potential of the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

On the top-spec Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp engine, Stage 1 is the starting point before Stage 2 with a downpipe, intake and a larger intercooler. The mass-market factory calibration leaves substantial headroom for an aggressive software tune.

How much does Stage 2 add on the Infiniti M?

Stage 2 for the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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 Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

The Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp ECU is the Hitachi BEDxxx/MECxxx. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).

What happens to the Infiniti M warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M take?

On the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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 Infiniti M?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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 Infiniti M?

Stage 1 for the Infiniti M 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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.

Last updated: 01.09.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno