ECULABS - Subaru reflash and advanced tuning

SUBARU reflash and advanced tuning

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ECULABS STUDIO

SUBARU reflash and advanced tuning for 1998+ turbo models from 249€

			The more advanced tool to reflash and tune SUBARU ECUs
    
  		Unleash the unexpected potential of the OEM ECU
Add advanced functions as you need them
Up to 4 times cheaper than an aftermarket ECU

SMOOTH AND EASY TUNING

All OEM functions are available & tunable
Smooth cold & hot start
Restart after stalling
Warm up
Idle control
Low and high load driving
OEM A/F ratio closed-loop control
OEM emissions control
OEM knock control
OEM A/C control
OBD2 support (2001+ ECUs)

LIVE-TUNING & FAST REFLASH

Tune the maps while driving or on the dyno
Fast & reliable exclusive flash system
Down to 10 seconds reflash
Password protection & encryption
Work faster & efficiently

TUNE BEYOND LIMITS

Unlimited power and torque
Unlimited boost
Unlimited boost solenoid duty
Load limits removed
'Half-boost' conditions removed on pre-2001 ECUs

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Maps switching
FlexFuel with direct sensor connection
Big injectors tuning
Gear Based Boost Control
Any MAP sensor setup
CEL flashing on knock, overheating, FlexFuel sensor error
Wide-band O2 sensor connection on pre-2001 ECUs
Keys learning & immobilizer disable
Build any kind of setup

MOTORSPORT FUNCTIONS

Speed-Density
Anti-Lag System
Launch Control
Full Throttle Shifting
Downshifting Throttle Control
Pitlane Speed Limiter
Sequential Gearbox control with Closed-Loop Cut
High value at a low price

SUPPORTED MODELS

Impreza GT Turbo (1999-2000)
P1, Type-R, Type-RA (1999-2000)
Impreza WRX and STI (1999-2020)
Forester Turbo (1998-2013)
Legacy Twin Turbo (1998-2003)

ECULABS Live-tuning and reflash

With Live-tuning you can modify the data at any time and send it to the ECU in one click for instant setting. What may take several minutes when reflashing (stop the car, shutdown the engine, ...) is done in one second!

Injectors definition may be time consuming when their characteristics (like latency) aren't known. With live-tuning the changes will take only several seconds while driving or on the dyno!

Use the same function for boost control, fueling, ignition timing, ...
It's a great time saving feature when tuning on the road or on the dyno.
When the tune is done, the ECULABS flash system is used to write changes permanently. The reflash is really fast (down to 10 seconds!) and reliable on every ECU generation.

Password protection and encryption ensures that nobody other than the authorized tuner can write the tune. Moreover, the maps can't be read and copied, even by another tuner, so your work is protected.

Multi-maps: main maps (boost, fueling, ignition timing, ...) are selectable either with or without a switch (avoiding any modification to the wiring and to the dashboard). Up to 4 and even 6 maps are possible depending on car year.

The management of other fuels like Ethanol E85 becomes very simple. Using two user-switchable maps the car can run on unleaded when E85 is running out.

Watch the video of map selection without any switch, shot in a 1998 Forester S-Turbo (watch on Youtube).
Another map switching option is to use the cruise control switches (watch on Youtube).
FlexFuel: with an ethanol content sensor installed on the fuel hose and plugged directly on the ECU, the fuel composition (E85 / unleaded) is analyzed in real time. All the necessary parameters (fueling and ignition timing mainly) are adjusted like OEM FlexFuel vehicles. No need to worry about map selection, all is automatic with any blend of ethanol and unleaded.
Big injectors: all parameters needed for a perfect management of big injectors are available including for the "old" cars (1998-2000). All running phases of the engine (starting, cruising, full load) as well as the transitions (tip-in) affecting the driving quality are managed perfectly.
GBBC (Gear Based Boost Control): The turbo doesn't react exactly the same depending on selected gear (less boost in first gear, sometimes too much in fifth or sixth). With GBBC each gear have its own full control depending on RPM (not only a correction factor). It is then possible to get maximal turbo performance for all gears, without compromise, or to manage a different boost level from one gear to another (for example lower the boost at high RPM in fifth or sixth with a standard intercooler which can be sub-optimal at high speed).

It is an exclusive ECULABS function that make any additional boost controller obsolete, with the advantage of keeping all safety features in case of a sensor failure.
Spool-up mode: the boost control logic of "old" cars (1998-2000) is known to have a poor boost control system, usually with slow spool-up. This exclusive function allow to attain the boost target as fast as possible, including while shifting. In this mode the boost solenoid is kept open at its maximum while the boost rises. This function can be completly customized (minimal throttle opening, boost threshold).

ECULABS motorsport functions

Speed-Density / MAF deletion: while having some advantages, the mass air-flow (MAF) sensor isn't suited for high power. Its failure can lead to very expensive damages on high power engines and it imposes some constraint on the intake design. With ECULABS it is possible to use any MAP sensor (4 bar, 5 bar, etc.) and even add a new one dedicated to Speed-Density mode. Then there is no limit to power and boost that can be managed by the ECU with maximal reliability.

A VE table (Volumetric Efficiency) define the cylinders filling depending on RPM and MAP/BAP ratio (absolute pressure divided by barometric pressure, to take into account altitude changes). For a perfect management an air temperature sensor must be installed on the intake after the intercooler if the car doesn't have one already.
Anti-Lag System (ALS): the goal of the ALS is to reduce turbo lag by spinning the turbo and producing boost in situations where it is normally impossible, mainly when shifting or braking. When anti-lag is activated the injection time is raised combined with a lot of ignition timing retard to burn fuel into the exhaust manifold to spin up the turbo and make boost.

On DBW cars, the throttle is fully tunable when ALS is running.
Launch Control: this function allows very quick launches by making boost while the car is standing still. Just keep the throttle fully open and release the clutch when you're ready to launch! The ideal engine speed (for example 4000 RPM), boost level, fueling and ignition timing retard are tunable. These parameters will lead to more or less boost and so more or less torque off the line.
Full Throttle Shifting: this function allows to up-shift while keeping the throttle fully open to avoid turbo lag. The ideal RPM for up shifting is calculated automatically and the ECU limits it to this value to avoid a driveline shock when engaging the clutch again. That meets the same objective as anti-lag but puts usually less stress on the engine.
Downshift Throttle Control: on DBW cars the throttle can be controlled when downshifting (aka 'throttle-kick'). Like Full Throttle Shifting, the ideal RPM is calculated automatically to match the engine speed with the next lower gear.

Important notice: professional tuning is mandatory. Please check tuners below.
Your original ECU has to be converted before using the software, it must be removed from the vehicle and sent to our office.

BASE PRODUCT
ECULABS Studio software
Map data files
ECU modification
249€* per ECU + shipping

          INCLUDED FEATURES

       		Live-tuning
Big injectors management
Advanced boost control
Wide-band O2 input (with closed-loop mode)
CEL warnings (knock, overheating, FlexFuel)
Fast and reliable flashing system

        

          OPTIONAL FEATURES

      		Multi-Map +50€*
FlexFuel +50€*
Speed-Density +50€*
Anti-Lag +50€*
LC/FTS/DTC +25€*
PSL +25€*
Shifting CL cut +50€*

        

* All prices are per ECU and option. All prices are exclusive of taxes. VAT and other taxes may apply in your country.

ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE & HARDWARE NEEDED TO USE THE PRODUCT

A vehicle interface like an OpenPort or another OBD/USB interface with direct K-Line support. OBD2 interfaces like "ELM327" ones can't be used.
A monitoring software (RomRaider, EcuEdit, DeltaDash, FreeSSM, etc.)
An AFR controller (PLX, Innovate, Zeitronix, etc.)
A knock detection system (the simplest being the "detcan")
Professional tuning is mandatory. Please check tuners below.

SUPPORTED MODELS

Impreza GT Turbo (1999-2000)
P1, Type-R, Type-RA (1999-2000)
Impreza WRX and STI (1999-2020)
Forester Turbo (1998-2013)
Legacy Twin Turbo (1998-2003)

If you need to check support for your vehicle, please use the contact form below.

WORLD WIDE TUNERS

Find an ECULABS tuner near you!

AUSTRIA

Marseal Motors
www.marseal-motors.com
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AUSTRALIA

Coyote Tuning
www.coyotetuning.com.au
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Evolution R
www.evolution-r.com.au

GotItRex
www.gotitrex.com.au
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CANADA

Airboy Tuning
www.airboytuning.com
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Fox JDM Imports
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Nemesis Performance
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FINLAND

Tachtronix
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FRANCE

DC Racing
www.dcracing.fr
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Dijon Gestion Moteur
www.dgm-moteur.fr
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Progpat
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Seb Performance
www.seb-performance.fr
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GERMANY

GP Performance
www.gpperformance.eu
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Grizzzly Racing
www.grizzzly-racing.de
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Schmidt Performance
www.schmidt-performance.com
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Subi-Performance
www.subi-performance.com
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Tracktoys
www.tracktoys.de
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GREECE

Subaru Sport Center
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HUNGARY

Tibor Laczko EV.
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ITALY

RX Engineering di Marco Rota
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KENYA

VCPD
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POLAND

Maptek
www.maptek.pl
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REUNION

AK Tuned
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Nippon Racing Team
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SPAIN

FR Works
www.frworks.es

PugSparked
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THE NETHERLANDS

EMS Tuning
www.ems-tuning.nl
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UNITED KINGDOM

Andrew Carr
www.teamcarr.net

BlueDog Tuning
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BR Developments
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USA

TunedByWali
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If you can't find a local tuner, please use the contact form below

INFOS & ENQUIRIES

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