Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp — Stage 1 file (+43 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp ECU
Mercedes SL (2013 - R231) 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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 367 to 410 hp (+43 hp, +12%) and torque from 520 to 600 Nm (+80 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.7.3.1, Siemens/Continental VGS4-NAG2. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A petrol engine built in 2013 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.
Karl Benz is credited as the inventor of the automobile with the 1886 Patent-Motorwagen. The Mercedes three-pointed star symbolises dominance on land, at sea and in the air. 4MATIC all-wheel drive is Mercedes' signature system, fitted to most models. AMG engines are a well-known base with plenty of headroom for Stage 2. AMG Performance Studio is the factory tuning studio for bespoke work. Mercedes encryption is among the toughest in the industry, especially on modern models.
Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. On Mercedes up to the recent generation, Stage 1 OBD flash is available. AMG engines confidently reach Stage 2 with a downpipe + intake. AMG Performance Studio is Mercedes's in-house tuning studio for bespoke projects. Bench reading is a mandatory procedure for modern AMG models. Top AMG engines sit at the Mercedes power ceiling, and the gain is significant. AMG engines are a well-known base once hardware is added (downpipe + intake + intercooler).
Frequently asked questions
What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp boosts engine output by 43 hp: from 367 to 410 hp. Torque rises from 520 to 600 Nm (+80 Nm).
What changes in the Mercedes SL ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Mercedes SL is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +43 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the Stage 1 potential of the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp?
On the top-spec Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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 Mercedes SL?
Stage 2 for the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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 Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp?
The Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch MED17.7.3.1, Siemens/Continental VGS4-NAG2. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Mercedes SL warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Mercedes SL 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 SL take?
On the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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 SL?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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 SL?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes SL 400 EU6 (3.0T) 367 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.