Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp — Stage 1 file (+31 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp ECU
Mercedes ML (2005 - W164) 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp — premium diesel 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 224 to 255 hp (+31 hp, +14%) and torque from 510 to 600 Nm (+90 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch EDC16C2, Bosch EDC16CP31, Bosch EDC17CP01, Siemens/Continental VGSx-NAG2. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 4 ECU variants. Diesel engines built in 2005 — the era of classic Common Rail without strong encryption.
4MATIC all-wheel drive is Mercedes' signature system, fitted to most models. The Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Daimler AG until 2022) comprises Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart and the EQ line. AMG is the performance division of Mercedes (since 1967), building engines on the 'one man, one engine' principle in Affalterbach. The factory calibration on Mercedes diesels is conservative, leaving headroom for Stage 1 while preserving engine life. DPF/SCR with AdBlue is standard on all Euro-6 Mercedes diesels. On older Mercedes diesels, Stage 1 is flashed over OBD with no complications.
Mercedes is one of the most protected brands in the chip tuning industry in terms of encryption. The Mercedes community in Europe has a large pool of available Stage files for the standard models. In the Mercedes commercial segment, Stage 1 focuses on torque. High-output Mercedes engines are premium-class with solid headroom for Stage 1. 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.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp boosts engine output by 31 hp: from 224 to 255 hp. Torque rises from 510 to 600 Nm (+90 Nm).
What changes in the Mercedes ML ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes ML with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +31 hp with no hardware changes.
Do you need hardware changes for Stage 1 on the Mercedes ML?
Stage 1 on the powerful Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp “lifts” the factory limiters with no hardware changes. The gain is noticeable in the mid and upper range. There is headroom left for moving to Stage 2 (downpipe + intake + intercooler).
What is Stage 2 for the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp?
Stage 2 for the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 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 control units is the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp built with?
The Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp comes with 4 ECU variants: Bosch EDC16C2, Bosch EDC16CP31, Bosch EDC17CP01, Siemens/Continental VGSx-NAG2. Calibration is done for the specific unit after the revision is identified.
Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes ML remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Mercedes ML, the official factory warranty on the engine and gearbox is lost (this applies to any manufacturer when the ECU is modified). CHIPOK guarantees the quality of the calibration and free revisions.
How long is the wait for a Stage 1 remap for the Mercedes ML?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes ML. Bench reading (BDM/JTAG) takes about 60 minutes plus refitting. Remote file processing at CHIPOK takes 5-30 minutes.
How do you roll back to the factory firmware of the Mercedes ML?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp cost?
The remap price for the Mercedes ML 320 CDI (3.0) 224 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.