At TuneZilla, we strive for an OEM level of drivability and reliability. Our team of calibrators from around the world work meticulously to deliver repeatable performance on all of our base maps. One of the major differences between our tunes and most of our competitor's tunes is our linear OEM-like throttle response. Most other off-the-shelf tunes advertise an attractive peak power figure but suffer from a sudden drop in torque and a lower torque curve throughout the remainder of the RPM range. Our tunes are designed to make the most usable and consistent power curve possible to maintain a strong pull without a heavy fall-off midway through the power band. All while generating peak power as early as possible in the RPM range.
Increased Rev Limiter
Adjust Timing To Optimize Higher Octane Fuel
Increase Throttle Response
Adjust Boost Request Values
Optimized Fuel Trim Adjustments
91 Octane And 93 Octance Files
High Oil Pressure Switch Point Is Lowered For Engine Longevity
Optional Map Switching*
Optional Left Foot Braking Enabled
Optional Overrun Crackles
Optional Hard Cut Limiter
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Upgrade
Requirement
Minimum 91 Oct / 95 RON
Required
Clutch Upgrade (manual)
Recommended
DSG Tune
DSG tune is recommended to optimize shift patterns and increase driver enjoyment in Sport and Drive modes
Low Torque files are available for manual transmission vehicles, but an upgraded clutch is recommended
*Map Switching tunes are available as a tune request only. They are not available through the InstaTune server.
Selectable in Instatune
Feature
Left Foot Brake Enable
Allows brake pedal and accelerator pedal to be pressed without cutting throttle/fuel.
Works with Stage 1 and up
Overrun Crackle
Extends fuelling request after throttle lift off to create "crackles" or "pops and bangs"
Works with Stage 2 and up
Hard Cut Limiter
Cuts fuel at a set RPM instead of the factory "soft" limiter which limits engine speed/revs at a set RPM
Recommended for track/race use only
when equipped with DSG the limiter will only work in manual mode if auto upshift is disabled
At TuneZilla, we strive for an OEM level of drivability and reliability. Our team of Calibrators from around the world painstakingly work to deliver repeatable performance on all of our base maps. One of the major differences between our tunes and most of our competitors tunes is our linear OEM like throttle response. Where some software tuners increase throttle response to mask the actual output of their tunes by giving a very peaky feeling under acceleration, our tunes are designed to make the most usable and consistent power curve possible to maintain a strong pull without a heavy fall off midway through the power band. All while generating peak power as early as possible in the RPM range. Most off the shelf tunes advertise an attractive peak power figure, but suffer from a sudden drop in torque and a lower torque curve throughout the remainder of the RPM range.
Adjust timing to optimize high octane fuel
Adjust boost request values
Increase throttle response for improved pedal feel
Optimized fuel trim adjustments
High and Low Torque files
High oil pressure switch point is lowered for engine longevity
Optional Left Foot Braking enabled
Minimum 93 Oct / 98 RON fuel
Downpipe Upgrade
Intercooler Upgrade
Highly Recommended
For Stage 2 vehicles wanting to add Multi-Port Injection to their vehicles, TuneZilla now offers MPI support on Stage 2. This fuelling upgrade allows owners the flexibility of future upgrades and raises the ceiling of the potential power output by adding 4 more injectors into the intake. A low pressure fuel pump upgrade is required as well. MPI Files are not available on Instatune, you will need to make a Tune Request in the TuneZilla Portal App.
Hardware Upgrade
All Stage 2 Requirements
Required As Above
MPI Fuelling kit (980cc injectors)
Hellcat 525/535 LPFP
Ethanol Sensor
Recommended (Required for Flex Fuel support)
Flex Fuel is made possible with Stage 2 by upgrading the fuelling system and adding an ethanol sensor. Benefits of ethanol is the cooling effect it has on the intake air temps. Lowering risk of knock, more efficiency during combustion, and the ability to advance timing even further to produce more horsepower. The true flex fuel tune allows the vehicle to self adjust based on the ethanol content in your fuel. Simply add E85 to your tank and let the vehicle do all the math to adjust timing and boost.
Required as Above
All MPI Requirements
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Clutch upgrade is highly recommended for Stage 2 tunes due to the increased Torque
DSG tune is highly recommended for Stage 2 tunes to maintain drivability with increased torque
*Map switching tunes are available through the Tune Request function on FZL app. They are not available through the Instatune server
Overrun Crackles
MPI Support
Tune support for Stage 2 with Multi Port Injection upgrade
Check technical details for supported MPI injectors
Partnering with our friends from Turbo Concepts we utilized their MQB performance turbo (TCQ38600) which is capable of supporting 600 crank horsepower.
This turbo has the following attributes
PERFORMANCE TURBINE WHEEL
CERAMIC BALL BEARING
UPGRADED COMPRESSOR BILLET.MILLED COMPRESSOR WHEEL
LARGER A/R .73 TURBINE HOUSING
D5S CASTING MATERIAL
ALL INTERNALS UPGRADED PERFORMANCE 360 THRUST BEARING
LARGER INLET ADAPTER FOR DECREASING DEPRESSION
LARGER FLOWING COMPRESSOR COVER
VSR TESTED & PERFORMANCE BALANCED
To support this turbo we need to upgrade the fuel system, we installed MPI and Hellcat LP fuel pump. This recipe delivers outstanding top-end without sacrificing low-end grunt, the perfect daily driver powerband.
Our very own development S3 has gone 10.8 in the 1/4 on pump 93 with this setup, stock suspension and summer tires but capable of going faster when on Ethanol. It has achieved 10.69 on E20~ with a 1.59 60ft!
Stage 3 Tunes are available on InstaTune as Off-The-Shelf base map files. In most cases, these files will work as intended, but due to variations in local fuel, hardware discrepancies, and vehicle condition, data logging may be required to ensure the tune is working as intended. If you do not have access to the required fuel specified on InstaTune, you may request a tune revision for your local available fuel. This may also require data logging to ensure correct adjustments are made to your tune. Data logging is recommended (and in some cases may be required) to ensure customer satisfaction and engine longevity. Our goal is to provide you with the best tuning solution for your hardware setup.
We understand that our end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why we offer custom tune revisions on all of our base maps. By offering custom tuning to our customers, we can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle. Our base maps are tested in-house with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most off the shelf bolt on upgrades.
We believe it’s important for our customers to understand what is happening inside their engine so they can make informative decisions. Our LOG VIEWER automatically generates your vehicles data log .csv files into easy to read graphs which can then be viewed by our Calibrators to find areas of optimization on your vehicle. Not only can this data be used to optimize your tunes, but a lot of troubleshooting and diagnosing can be done by comparing requested data to actual data at a glance.
Turbo Concepts TCQ38600 Turbo
Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
Required - 980cc Injectors
Low Pressure Fuel Pump
Required - Hellcat 525
Clutch Upgrade
Required for Manual Transmission
Intake Upgrade
Charge piping Upgrade
Hi-Flow Exhaust
Octane Rating
93AKI/98RON Min
Flex Fuel is made possible by upgrading the fuelling system and adding an ethanol sensor. Benefits of ethanol is the cooling effect it has on the intake air temps. Lowering risk of knock, more efficiency during combustion, and the ability to advance timing even further to produce more horsepower. The true flex fuel tune allows the vehicle to self adjust the power output based on the ethanol content in your fuel. Simply add E85 to your tank and let the vehicle do all the math to adjust timing and boost. MPI is required to go Flex!
All Stage 3 Requirements
*Flex Fuel tunes are not available on Instatune but can be made by Ticket Request through the TuneZilla Portal App.
Optional Feature
Description
Left Foot Braking Enabled
Extends fuelling request after throttle lift to create exhaust "crackles"
Cuts fuel at a set RPM to allow engine to rev and "hard cut" at the set limit (redline)
Custom Tuning starts at $1699. To get a more accurate cost on your custom tune, please create a ticket and tell us more about your build, and your specific modifications.
If you feel that our existing tune offerings will not work for your application or your intended use, you can request Custom Tuning. Custom Tuning must be requested through our Tickets, and you must provide vehicle information as well as hardware (upgrades) information. Once submitted, our team of calibrators will evaluate your request and determine if Custom Tuning can achieve your goals and if they are able, your Tune Request will be accepted.
Custom Tuning requires heavy participation from the Customer, either through an Authorized TZ Dealer or the Customer themselves. TuneZilla Calibrators will require that the vehicle has access to dyno time when needed, and data logging is required. If you are not comfortable with data logging, and if you may not be able to access a facility with a dyno (many facilities will rent dyno time) custom tuning may not be possible for you.
Custom Tuning vs. Off The Shelf Tuning
We understand that our end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why we offer revisions on all of our Off-The-Shelf tunes. By offering Custom Tuning to our customers, we can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle with your specific parts upgrades. Our OTS (off-the-shelf) maps are tested in house with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most bolt-on upgrades. Tune Revisions are not the same as Custom Tunes. See our Terms and Conditions for our re-tune policy (section 4b)
In many cases, custom tuning is not required. If you are unsure if you will benefit from a Custom Tune, you can reach out to our team and upload data logs for them to examine.
Supported
Fuelling Upgrades
Yes
Turbo Upgrade - Hybrid or larger
Engine Swap
Our Stage Plus TCU tune for DSG is a complimentary TCU tune required for use with our Stage 1 ECU tune. To ensure complete driving satisfaction, customers purchasing Stage 1 ECU tunes may download the Stage Plus TCU tune at no cost.This Stage Plus TCU tune raises the factory torque limit to work in conjunction with the additional torque from our Stage 1 ECU tune and activates D mode and S mode gear display ONLY.
Stage Plus
Stage 1/2
INCREASED CLUTCH PRESSURE FOR HIGHER TORQUE
GEAR DISPLAY IN ALL DRIVE MODES
OPTIMIZED SHIFT PATTERNS FOR BETTER ECONOMY AND ACCELERATION
ENABLES 2-STAGE LAUNCH CONTROL W/KICKDOWN
REDUCED LAUNCH CONTROL RESPONSE TIME
SHORTENED RESPONSE FROM STEERING WHEEL PADDLES
REDUCED UPSHIFT/DOWNSHIFT DELAY
RAISED MAX RPM (up to 6800 RPM)
AUTO UPSHIFT DISABLED IN M MODE
KICKDOWN DISABLED IN M MODE
To unlock our complete list of DSG features such as Launch Control, and our Autobahn and Nur-Spec features you will need to purchase a Stage 1/2 DSG tune.
Stage 1 ECU
The Stage Plus TCU tune is a complimentary tune that increases the torque limits of the TCU to work in conjunction with our Stage 1 ECU tune without having to use a low torque file. It does not change shift maps or launch control settings.'Stage Plus' TCU tunes are only deliverable via FlashZilla Pro using the TuneZilla Portal App. Certain box codes may not be available right away. If you don't see 'Stage Plus' TCU option for your vehicle in Instatune, simply request one through the TuneZilla Portal following the prompts in the app.
When VW decided to improve their DSG with the new 7 speed DQ381 we decided to make it even better. The results? an improved driver experience and a perfect all around package that enhances drivability and increases enjoyment.
In manual mode, you have full control of your upshifts with the “auto up-shift” disabled. Clutch pressure is increased across all drive modes to handle the increased torque from our Stage 1 or 2 files, but still works with a factory tuned ECU for users who simply demand a more spirited transmission than what the factory supplied.
Race on Sunday. Commute on Monday.
Because not every driver drives the same, we've designed two versions of our TCU tune for the DQ381. While our competitors may only offer one style of DSG tune based on their own driving preferences, we see requests from customers that prefer a more "daily drivable" Sport mode and others that prefer to have their Sport mode be more aggressive and allow them to stay closer to peak torque in every gear (to reduce the need for a gear kick-down when accelerating hard).
Our solution is to provide our TCU tune in two versions and leave the decision up to you. At no extra cost.
Autobahn
Nur-Spec
The Autobahn is a more compliant Sport mode for highway or city driving. When cruising at a constant speed and a medium-low RPM/Throttle position the Autobahn S-Mode will engage the next gear to bring RPM down and provide a more comfortable driving experience when highway or city driving.
The Nur-Spec S-Mode has a more aggressive shift behaviour for spirited or track driving. In S-Mode, when driving at a constant and medium-low RPM/Throttle position, Nur-Spec will remain in gear until a higher RPM or throttle input is reached.
Autobahn Features
Nur-Spec Features
Raised TQ Limiters / Max pressure +/- 14bar
2-Step Launch Control (3500RPM without kickdown / 4000RPM with kickdown)
Reduced Upshift/Downshift delay
Gear display enabled in both drive modes
Quicker Steering wheel paddle response
Raised TQ Limiters / Max pressure +/- 18bar
Quicker steering wheel paddle response
Raised Max RPM in every gear
Auto-Kickdown disabled in M mode
Auto-Upshift disabled in M mode
Dude. Just Drive. If you are using the TuneZilla Portal App to purchase and organize your tunes, you'll be able to download both TCU tune versions to your Tune Library and flash either version when you want using your FlashZilla Lite or FlashZilla Pro dongle. The TuneZilla Portal also supports offline flashing. So you can flash your ECU or TCU anytime with files that you have downloaded to your TuneZilla Portal.
Note: When flashing your TCU with the FlashZilla Lite or FlashZilla Pro, the Tool will automatically perform the DSG adaptations required after flashing.
If you are not using FZL to flash your TCU, you must Reset the following parameters in your TCU basic settings (using VCDS or similar)- Reset Clutch Characteristic- Reset Logging Data for Clutch 1- Reset Logging Data for Clutch 2
These parameters must be reset, otherwise clutch pressures will not increase
D-Mode parameters are the same between Autobahn and Nur-Spec. Only the S-Mode parameters are changed.
Nur-Spec is modelled after our European customers driving styles with higher speed limits.
Autobahn is generally more popular for North American (daily driving situations)
Both versions are included in the purchase price of the Stage 1/2 DSG tune.
Increase rear wheel torque transfer and traction with our Haldex Tune for the Gen 5 OCQ. During testing, our development vehicle improved 60 foot times to 1.53sec (on street tires) when paired with our optional Haldex Spring Upgrade (and Stage 3 ECU and TCU tunes). When tested on drag radials, the 60 foot time further improved to 1.50sec.
Increases pump duty cycle for increased torque transfer to rear wheels, typically from 20% - 25%
Increases torque transfer during cornering to promote oversteer
Retains factory decoupling when cruising to maintain fuel economy
Reduced 60ft times for those who like to race
Pairs perfectly with our Haldex Spring Upgrade (not required and sold separately)
To flash your Haldex module, you will need a FlashZilla Pro dongle.
Applicable to:
2015 - 2019 VW Golf VII R
2017 - 2022 VW Golf Alltrack / Sportwagen
2015 - 2020 Audi A3 / S3
2016 - 2022 Audi TT / TTS
2018 - 2022 Tiguan 4motion
*some 2019-2020 S3, TT/TTs are not compatible with our tune
With this software, you can optimize the performance of the Haldex system in your car. The software can set the oil pump to its maximum DC capacity during heavy load conditions.
The software smoothly controls the oil pump and adjusts its operating force, which in turn affects the force of the Haldex clutch, based on the vehicle's current situation (calm driving, dynamic driving, or launch control).
This ensures your system won't be overloaded when there's no need for high settings.
It is ideal for all users and for every situation the vehicle might encounter. The software can function like the stock file of your factory controller but can also boost its operating power by up to +/-40%.
After a Haldex reflash, it's essential to recalibrate the oil pump, using tools like VCDS or OBD11.
