Autologic Performance Tuning...

The performance tuning capability of Autologic means a vehicle can be optimised for power and economy as well as providing an additional revenue
stream for garages.

General Performance Tunes Brochure

Autologic Performance Tunes are modifications to the manufacturer's vehicle tune data.  These modifications are downloaded from the Autologic unit to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM) through the on-board diagnostics connector.

Performance Tunes upgrade software is available for downloading direct from the user area of the Autologic website and is simply run on the existing Autologic platform.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does tuning involve?
With Autologic, it is surprisingly quick and simple to carry out a Performance Tune upgrade, with great results for the consumer through enhanced performance and for the garage through increased revenue and customer satisfaction.

Before tuning any vehicle, it is first necessary to undertake a diagnostic report to ensure there are no issues which may affect the performance upgrade.  Once completed, the relevant performance tuning software is simply uploaded to the vehicle through the Autologic tool via the OBD diagnostic port.

The re-tuning process itself only takes around 25 minutes and involves the electronic removal and re-installation of a more refined and more enhanced version of the vehicle's computer programming.   As ECUs cannot communicate during the upgrade process, at the end of the upgrade, the fault memory is cleared and rechecked before the newly tuned vehicle hits the road.

Why do manufacturers limit the output of their engines?
The standard manufacturer tune is a compromise of hundreds of factors. Principally, the manufacturer must ensure a high degree of engine reliability across the worldwide market taking into account factors such as:

• Fuel quality
• Different servicing schedules
• Different operating environments, such as altitude and terrain
• Local legislation with regard to power output and emissions

During testing, manufacturers 'tweak' the tunes constantly to achieve individual results for individual tests, thus compromising the overall smoothness of the original tune. Autologic Performance Tunes are optimised for European and US driving conditions. As long as the manufacturer's service schedule is adhered to, there is no reason why this extra power cannot be 'unlocked'.

How will the emissions be affected?
All Autologic Performance Tunes are tested to ensure that they comply with UK emissions laws.

Is the tuning process reversible?
Yes. In the unlikely event that you require the Autologic Performance Tune to be removed, the process can be reversed without any side effects.

Are there any physical changes to the vehicle?
Not usually. Most Autologic Performance Tunes are ECM software downloads only. There will be no physical evidence that the engine has been up-rated.  The exception to this statement is the BMW Mini Cooper S. We have two different tunes available. The first is diagnostic only, the second has been optimised for a smaller supercharger pulley.