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ECU Computer Upgrades 101:

Upgrading the engine management software and exhaust on your Turbo Volvo is the most effective way to improve output. You can expect to see realistic and measurable gains from 33 to 53 HP depending on the model. Since the beginning of our engine management upgrades in 1994, we have partnered exclusively with the Swedish firm TME/MTE SWEDEN to bring you the world’s most effective and reliable upgrades. We work side by side with engineers from TME/MTE to develop performance calibrations optimized for the North American market that retain full factory functionality, drivability and emission levels. If you spend much time on popular Volvo performance enthusiast forums, you might have noticed that we are occasionally referred to as being too conservative in our tuning since some Volvo tuners make more horsepower than we do. Some of our competitors do make a couple of more peak HP, but if you do your homework, you will find that our upgrades provide superior real world performance and the reason is because we focus on developing the most area under the power curve and smooth linear power delivery. It’s our goal to provide you with software upgrades that deliver maximum power levels as advertised as well as being reliable without overstressing the car’s powertrain. It might be possible to squeeze a few more ponies from certain models by running a bit more boost, but careful research and development combined with over a decade of experience in upgrading the Volvo 5 and 6-cylinder Turbo have made our upgrades the most respected and successful in the industry.

No Chips! No Soldering!

We have been flash upgrading Volvo ECUs since 1994 and we are still the only company that can offer you the security and reliability that flash upgrading provides. Just like the factory, no soldering, no wire cutting or piggy back connectors required. Even though our upgrades sometimes cost more than our competitors, the performance, quality service and convenience we provide allows us to outsell our closest competitor by 10 to1. You get what you pay for with ipd ECU upgrades.

The ECU Upgrade Process For 1994 - 98 Models:

Send it in for a quick upgrade or arrange to exchange it with a $1000 Core charge. Once you have the Bosch part number on your ECU, give us a call to see if we have a matching core unit in stock for your car. If we do, you can purchase it for $695 plus the core charge of $1000, which will be refunded when you return your working original ECU. If we do not have the core for you car in stock, you can send us the ECU from your car and we’ll upgrade it and send it back to you for $695 plus shipping. Using overnight delivery, the whole process can usually be completed in 3 days. Your car cannot be driven without the ECU.

The Numbers For 1994-98 Turbo Models:

The chart below shows the approximate gains you can expect when upgrading to an ipd ECU and exhaust. Although the exhaust is not required, it’s highly recommended for best results and to prevent overheating of the turbo, especially if you are a hard driver or you will subject your car to sustained high loads such as towing or track conditions. NOTE: Figures shown below are for ECU when installed with our Sport Exhaust. Deduct 10 units when installing ECU only. The 0-60 times are based on tests performed on automatic transmission models using a G-Tech performance meter. A capable driver in a manual transmission car could possibly improve these times by approximately 2/10ths of a second. Power Pack It and Save $100! Buy an ipd ECU upgrade and ipd sport exhaust at the same time and we’ll deduct $100 off your order.

* GLT/Light Pressure Turbo