Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp ECU
Mercedes GL (2006 - X164) 450 (4.7i) 340 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart, EQ) group (Германия, 1926). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 340 to 360 hp (+20 hp, +6%) and torque from 460 to 490 Nm (+30 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME9.7. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. The 2006 generation — old-era petrol ECUs (ME7/ME9/MED9/Simos) with easily readable memory.
Mercedes-Benz is the world's oldest carmaker, founded in 1926 by the merger of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie. The Mercedes slogan is 'Das Beste oder nichts' ('The best or nothing'). Smart is Mercedes's city sub-brand, historically running Mitsubishi and Renault engines. Maybach uses Mercedes engines for the ultra-luxury segment, with the emphasis on quietness and smoothness. The factory calibration on Mercedes petrol engines is conservative, leaving headroom for Stage 1. High-output Mercedes turbo petrol engines are the flagship models, and Stage 1 delivers a solid gain.
Mercedes is one of the most protected brands in the chip tuning industry in terms of encryption. Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. The Mercedes community in Europe has a large pool of available Stage files for the standard models. On modern high-output Mercedes, Bench reading is often required because of the encryption. The Mercedes premium segment is a high-output platform with Stage 2 potential. High-output Mercedes engines are premium-class with solid headroom for Stage 1.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp rises from 340 to 360 hp, a gain of 20 hp (+6%). Torque rises from 460 to 490 Nm (+30 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes GL?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Mercedes GL is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.
Is Stage 1 safe on the high-output Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp?
The high-output Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp has a conservative factory calibration aimed at the mass market. Stage 1 unlocks the engine's real potential while turbo and injector life are preserved.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Mercedes GL?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp?
The Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 hp ECU is the Bosch ME9.7. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Mercedes GL warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Mercedes GL 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 Mercedes GL take?
On the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 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 Mercedes GL?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 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 Mercedes GL?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes GL 450 (4.7i) 340 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.