Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp — Stage 1 file (+28 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp ECU
Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte (2008) 2.0 CRDI 112 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 112 to 140 hp (+28 hp, +25%) and torque from 255 to 300 Nm (+45 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch EDC15C7, Bosch EDC16C39. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations · 2 ECU variants. The 2008 generation — first-generation CDI/TDI/HDi diesels with relatively simple ECU protection; OBD reading works directly.
GT is Kia's sporty trim package. Kia shares platforms and engines with Hyundai and Genesis. Kia is a Korean carmaker, part of the Hyundai Motor Group. On older Hyundai CRDi engines, Stage 1 goes in over OBD with no complications.
The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Within Hyundai Motor Group, ECUs are partly shared, so Hyundai files often work on Kia. Stage 1 on a mid-range Hyundai CRDi delivers a noticeable torque gain. Mid-range Hyundai engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Eastern Europe. The Hyundai community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files for CRDi and T-GDI engines.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp increase after Stage 1?
After Stage 1 the power of the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp rises from 112 to 140 hp, a gain of 28 hp (+25%). Torque rises from 255 to 300 Nm (+45 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +28 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 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 Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte?
Stage 2 on the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECUs are found on the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp?
The Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch EDC15C7, Bosch EDC16C39. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 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 Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte take?
On the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 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 Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 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 Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte?
Stage 1 for the Kia Cerato (K3) - Forte 2.0 CRDI 112 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.