IE Performance ECU Tune (MQB IS38) - VW/Audi / Mk7 Golf R / Audi 8V S3 | IESOVN21


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Important Fitment Note:
Stage 3 Only Available for 2015-2017 Model Years
IE TrueFlex tune support is not available for Audi TTS ECUs.


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LEADING FEATURES  

  • Horsepower & torque gains maximized
  • Stock boost control optimized for all conditions
  • 91, 93, & 104 pump octanes available (95, 98, & 108 RON)
  • Optional TrueFlex adapts from 91 pump all the way to full E85
  • Includes optional High Torque & Low Torque files
  • Rev limiter increased to 7000 RPM (with DSG flash)
  • Launch control torque increased for faster launches
  • Brake boosting enabled for rolling launches
  • Road speed limiters removed
  • Exhaust Crackle feature available for Stage 2
  • Engineered for all climates and elevations
  • Direct port OBDII at-home flashing
  • Easy octane switching takes only minutes
  • Upgrade stages to match hardware upgrades
  • Simple on/off feature toggling with POWERlink
  • Read and clear diagnostic/problem codes
  • Easy to use Data-logger
  • IE tune support is not available for many Audi TTS ECUs. Please contact us with your ECU box code to confirm compatibility before ordering.

EA888.3 IS38 STAGE 1

IE Stage 1 ECU calibration dramatically increases performance leaving no hidden power on the table, and safely maxes out the factory turbocharger's horsepower & torque capability. Engineered to operate on entirely stock hardware and compatible with basic bolt-ons (intake, turbo inlet, intercooler).

See the performance tab for power and dyno results

EA888.3 IS38 STAGE 2

IE Stage 2 software is for full bolt-on stock turbo builds running an aftermarket racing downpipe and catalyst. IE calibrators use advanced tuning strategies to extract additional power and account for the increased flow from an upgraded downpipe and performance hardware. The required hardware upgrades for stage 2 will increase airflow, exhaust flow, lower intake air temps, provide faster IAT recovery, and produce an overall more efficient and faster vehicle on the stock turbocharger.

See below for a complete list of Stage 2 hardware requirements

UPGRADING STAGES

Upgrading from Stage 1 to Stage 2 or beyond is easy! With IE, you only pay the difference in tune cost with no extra fees. When you install the required matching hardware, simply follow the link on your IE POWERlink software to purchase the tune upgrade and you will be blowing away the competition in minutes!

HIGH/LOW TORQUE FILES

IE High Torque ECU calibrations maximize power gains throughout the entire powerband which quickly exceeds the torque limitations of the factory DSG calibration (auto trans) or the stock clutch (manual trans) that leads to clutch slipping. Stage 1 and Stage 2 files include optional Low Torque files for vehicles with stock DSG tune or stock clutch. Both high and low torque files are included and can be switched between as often as you like.

High Torque files require the additional purchase of a DSG transmission tune or clutch upgrade.


FEATURES & OPTIONS

INCREASED RPM

To take advantage of the new larger power band, factory rev limits have been raised to 7000RPM in all stages. On DSG equipped cars, the transmission will shift slightly before the new engine RPM (6900RPM).

DSG Tune is required to unlock higher RPM.

TRUEFLEX ETHANOL

E85 fuel unlocks the most performance potential from our ECU tunes for your Golf R or S3 Gen 3 engine. Ethanol contains tons of oxygen, burns cooler, and has a high resistance to knock. This provides more horsepower and torque than running conventional gasoline and is more readily available (in most states) and less expensive than race gas. IE TrueFlex tunes take this a step further and allow for 91 octane all the way up to full E85 or anything in between on one tune without the need to reflash! TrueFlex is an included option with all stages (2015-2017).

MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE

Factory equipped flex-fuel calibrations are designed to adjust for the cleanest emissions for different ethanol blends to get the highest MPG. This typically results in maximum timing for the lowest octane (91) across the entire range up to E85, leaving loads of untapped power on the table. IE TrueFlex is a complete performance adaptation that makes instant and continuous adjustments to performance maps such as boost and timing and releases the most available power for the fuel mix as it enters the cylinder.

RELIABLE ETHANOL

Not only does IE TrueFlex allow for amazing power potential, but it also offers the most safety from ethanol blends. The ability to truly meter and adjust for ethanol content allows the tune to instantly alter the ECU maps to keep the engine in the optimal range and protect from dangerous lean conditions. This offers amazing protection from pumps that may have lower than advertised ethanol content or if no ethanol is available. Fill up with the best quality fuel available to you, and let TrueFlex do the rest!

TRUEFLEX REQUIREMENTS

TRUEFLEX HARNESS

The EA888 Gen 3 2.0T engine is not equipped with any type of Flex Fuel systems from the factory and lacks the ability to sense fuel content. In order for IE's TrueFlex ECU tune to work, an IE TrueFlex Sensor Harness Kit is required. This easy to install harness kit installs a sensor capable of delivering instant fuel content data to the ECU calibration.

HPFP UPGRADE

Ethanol offers higher power output but also requires more fuel delivery than regular pump gas. The stock High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) can not deliver enough fuel to support ethanol and must be upgraded. The IE HPFP Internal Upgrade Kit ensures there will be enough fuel supply for ethanol content to run reliably at all elevations and climate conditions safely.

IE TrueFlex tune support is not available for Audi TTS ECUs.

EXHAUST CRACKLE

Enabling the Exhaust Crackle feature will add a motorsport-inspired crackle sound to your exhaust note when you free-rev the engine or decelerate. This feature can be flashed on or off at will with your IE POWERlink.

For the most aggressive pops and bangs an aftermarket catback system is recommended.


BRAKE BOOST

Brake Boosting provides a competitive edge in a roll racing scenario. While maintaining a constant speed and throttle position, apply brake pressure with the left foot to build boost at speed resulting in a rolling launch when brake pressure is released.

RELIABILITY TESTING

IE's fully proven software brings track-ready ECU programming to your IS38 turbocharged 2.0T engine while retaining factory comfort and reliability. IE's own tuning technology suite is used to completely reverse-engineer the factory ECU mapping, allowing our software engineers access to realign all safety protocols and sensors for the new performance calibration. Every tune parameter undergoes months of testing on our in-house dyno systems that utilize the world's only Sea Level Generator developed specifically to verify tune operations in any condition. Confidently drive from LA to Pikes Peak with power that will keep you smiling every mile!  


HARDWARE GUIDE


STAGE 1 COMPATABILITY

PART UPGRADE COMPATIBLE REQUIREMENT

DSG TUNE OR CLUTCH UPGRADE


REQUIRED FOR HIGH TORQUE FILES

AIR INTAKE


COMPATIBLE NOT REQUIRED

INTERCOOLER


HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR TRUEFLEX

TURBO INLET PIPE


COMPATIBLE NOT REQUIRED

CATBACK EXHAUST


COMPATIBLE NOT REQUIRED

HPFP UPGRADE


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX ONLY

DOWNPIPE

X

Not Compatible With Stage 1


STAGE 2 COMPATABILITY

PART UPGRADE COMPATIBLE REQUIREMENT

DOWNPIPE


REQUIRED

DSG TUNE OR CLUTCH UPGRADE


REQUIRED FOR HIGH TORQUE FILES

INTERCOOLER


HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

AIR INTAKE


HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

TURBO INLET PIPE


RECOMMENDED

HPFP UPGRADE


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX ONLY

CATBACK EXHAUST


COMPATIBLE ON ALL STAGES


TRUEFLEX

PART UPGRADE COMPATIBLE REQUIREMENT

IE TRUEFLEX HARNESS


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX (ANY STAGE)

HPFP UPGRADE


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX (ANY STAGE)

IE DSG TUNE


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX (ANY STAGE)

INTERCOOLER


RECOMMENDED FOR STAGE 1 REQUIRED OR STAGE 2

DOWNPIPE NOTICE: BY PURCHASING A MOTORSPORT/RACING PRODUCT ("PRODUCT"), YOU REPRESENT THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT: THE PRODUCT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEET ANY APPLICABLE EMISSIONS STANDARDS, WHETHER IN THE USA OR OTHERWISE, THE PRODUCT IS NOT C.A.R.B. COMPLIANT, AND THAT THE PRODUCT IS NOT FOR SALE OR USE IN CALIFORNIA, USA NOR ANY OTHER JURISDICTION WHERE THE SALE OR USE IS PROHIBITED BY LAW. INTEGRATED ENGINEERING, LLC MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OR CLAIMS THAT THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH ANY APPLICABLE EMISSIONS LAWS AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, AND CLAIMS, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, YOU REPRESENT, WARRANT, AND AGREE THAT IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO INFORM YOURSELF OF ANY LAWS OR REGULATIONS THAT MAY APPLY TO YOUR PURCHASE AND/OR USE OF THE PRODUCT.

MAXIMIZED OUTPUT

IE ECU calibrations are dedicated to perfecting every section of the mapping to deliver a fully realized performance file right out of the gate. Maximized for full performance potential on the drag strip and road coarse while maintaining full comfort and reliability on your daily commute. Get ready to experience IE's Performance Software For your VW Golf R or Audi S3 and TTS in only minutes from the comfort of your garage or driveway.  

POWER GAINS

North American Region (NAR) = AKI / Rest Of World (ROW) = RON


2015-2018 MODEL YEARS

STAGE / FUEL HORSEPOWER TORQUE

Stock VW/ Audi advertised numbers

265 HP

280 FT-LBS

Stock IE dyno numbers

290 HP

301 FT-LBS

Stage 1 91 AKI / 95 RON

359 HP

377 FT-LBS

Stage 1 93 AKI / 98 RON

365 HP

380 FT-LBS

Stage 1 TrueFlex (full E85)

413 HP

429 FT-LBS

Stage 2 91 AKI / 95 RON

399 HP

426 FT-LBS

Stage 2 93 AKI / 98 RON

406 HP

432 FT-LBS

Stage 2 104 AKI / 108 RON

432 HP

467 FT-LBS

Stage 2 TrueFlex (full E85)

461 HP

484 FT-LBS

Stage 3 GT2260S 91 AKI / 95 RON

464 HP

477 FT-LBS

Stage 3 GT2260S 93 AKI / 98 RON

481 HP

489 FT-LBS

Stage 3 GT2260S 104 AKI / 108 RON

492 HP

500 FT-LBS

Stage 3 GT2260S TrueFlex (full E40)

490 HP

493 FT-LBS


2019-2021 MODEL YEARS

STAGE / FUEL HORSEPOWER TORQUE

Stage 1 91 AKI / 95 RON

359 HP

377 FT-LBS

Stage 1 93 AKI / 98 RON

365 HP

380 FT-LBS

Stage 2 91 AKI / 95 RON

425 HP

460 FT-LBS

Stage 2 93 AKI / 98 RON

431 HP

466 FT-LBS

Stage 2 104 AKI / 108 RON

447 HP

484 FT-LBS


LEADING FEATURES

  • Up to 492HP & 500TQ
  • Complete Garrett GT2260S turbo tuning suite
  • 91, 93, & 104 pump gas fuel maps
  • TrueFlex adapts from 91 up to E40 ethanol blend
  • Power increases throughout the powerband
  • Continues to produce power in the higher RPM range
  • Increased power with minimal added boost lag
  • Rev limiter increased to 7000 RPM (with DSG flash)
  • Optimized safely for factory engine internals
  • Launch control torque increased for faster launches
  • Brake boosting enabled for rolling launches
  • Road speed limiters removed
  • Optional exhaust Crackle feature
  • Engineered for all climates and elevations
  • Tune & turbo provides a bolt-in and go power

STAGE 3 GT2260S IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR 2015-2017 MODEL YEARS WITH NORTH AMERICAN ECUS ONLY

STAGE 3 GT2260S

IE Stage 3 GT2260S offers an easy upgrade to the bolt-on turbo with power levels delivering up to 492HP & 500TQ on pump gas! This advanced ECU calibration when combined with the Garrett turbocharger, HPFP upgrade, and stage 2 hardware (intake, intercooler, & downpipe) delivers deceivingly fast performance and exhilarating fun.

See the performance tab for full performance results and dyno charts

STAGE 3 GT2260S TRUEFLEX

Stage 3 GT2260S TrueFlex utilizes our flex-fuel sensor and harness kit to deliver race gas power on a cost-effective ethanol blend producing a heart-pounding 490HP & 493TQ! E40 is the highest blend available within the fuel system limitations providing the maximum performance numbers without pulling power for higher E%. TrueFlex will automatically adjust between 91 octane up to E40 ethanol blend. Ethanol content must not exceed the maximum E40 blend; an ethanol content sensor kit and gauge is highly recommended.

See the TrueFlex tab to learn more about this performance flex-fuel option

GARRETT POWERMAX TURBO

When selecting a turbocharger for the base of our Stage 3 ECU tuning, IE engineers and calibrators valued a large powerband of increased power and reliability without adding turbo lag. After extensive research and testing, the easy bolt-in design of the German-engineered GT2260S from Garrett proves itself as the optimal balance of increased top-end power, smooth power delivery, and responsive boost with unnoticeable lag over stock. Backed by Garretts reputation of reliability with over 65 years in leading the professional motorsport, aftermarket, and factory turbo applications. When combined with IE's calibration strategies, the result is modern street manners with truly addicting race-car performance.

TURBO SOLD SEPARATELY


GT2260S TUNE DEVELOPMENT

ADVANCED ENGINE MANAGEMENT

Installing your Garrett PowerMax GT2260S, IE Stage 3 ECU tune, and required hardware will deliver the maximum amount of power supported by the fuel system while staying well within the safe power limits of the stock engine internals. IE calibration and software engineers employed highly advanced tuning practices and equipment to develop a complete ground-up engine management system for the unique characteristics of the new boost profile and powerband. All performance calibrations and safety coding has been retained and rewritten for the substantial power gains from the larger Garrett turbocharger.

REAL-WORLD VERIFICATION

IE calibrators performed extensive mapping rework for the larger turbo. The countless testing hours of every tune iteration have gone through thousands of dyno tests, street-tested, pushed on the track and expanded to a large beta testing community. This testing process produces a massive library of data from various vehicles, fuels, climates, weather conditions, and altitudes. That data is then used to make numerous changes to the files to maximize performance, driving characteristics, and reliability. In an early beta tune track test, the results proved to produce back-to-back 10 second quarter mile runs!


FEATURES & OPTIONS

OPTIMIZED 7000 RPM LIMIT

The stock IS38 turbo begins to fall off and lose power in the higher RPM range, whereas the larger GT2260S turbo continues to make higher power to redline. The factory rev limits have been raised to 7000RPM for Stage 3, providing stronger acceleration and pull in the higher powerband over a Stage 1 or 2 car at the same RPM. DSG cars will shift slightly before the engine redline at 6900RPM.

IE DSG Tune is required for Stage 3 GT2260S ECU Tunes

BRAKE BOOST

Brake Boosting provides a competitive edge in a roll racing scenario. While maintaining a constant speed and throttle position, apply brake pressure with the left foot to build boost at speed resulting in a rolling launch when brake pressure is released.

STAGE 3 EXHAUST CRACKLE

Stage 3 files include optional exhaust overrun/crackles for an aggressive motorsport sound when you free-rev the engine or decelerate.


STAGE 3 GT2260S HARDWARE GUIDE

PART UPGRADE COMPATIBLE REQUIREMENT

GARRETT POWERMAX GT2260S TURBO


REQUIRED

DSG TUNE OR CLUTCH UPGRADE


REQUIRED

AIR INTAKE


REQUIRED

INTERCOOLER


REQUIRED

HPFP UPGRADE


REQUIRED

DOWNPIPE


REQUIRED

TRUEFLEX SENSOR & HARNESS KIT


REQUIRED FOR TRUEFLEX ONLY

CATBACK EXHAUST


COMPATIBLE, NOT REQUIRED

TURBO INLET PIPE

X

Not compatible, GT2260S includes proprietary turbo inlet



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Existing IE POWERlink V4 cable owners will require a free firmware update to enable Bluetooth connectivity. Simply plug in your cable to your Windows 10+ device and launch our Flash Wizard software to auto-update your cable.

Note: POWERlink Mobile requires an IE POWERlink cable, and the necessary credits required to tune your car. For further questions, contact sales@urotuning.com.



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Stage 3 Only Available for 2015-2017 Model Years
IE TrueFlex tune support is not available for Audi TTS ECUs.

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