52172
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Whose running it? What kind of mpg’s are you getting? 50whp bump and 100tq! Will this pass Ca smog test?
Malone post fix reflash
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Mrrogers1
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You'd want to put the factory tune back on (via Flashzilla) before having it tested.
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Are you referring to a Malone stage 1 ? stage 2? with or without a DPF delete?
740GLE
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And after what fix? phase 1 or phase 2?
I haven't heard if Malone has a phase 2 tune yet, or if their stock tune works after phase 2 doesn't throw any issues into the system, but their phase 1 tune is rather enjoyable.
I haven't heard if Malone has a phase 2 tune yet, or if their stock tune works after phase 2 doesn't throw any issues into the system, but their phase 1 tune is rather enjoyable.
GreenLantern_TDI
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There are several threads in this MK7 section that youll wana read about tunes and warranty and junk. I want a tune too but wont be risking my warranty.
52172
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I’m just considering buying a 2015 golf tdi but only if I can make good power and get great mpg’s. So vw has to do the repairs in two phases? I would need to pass the smog check so I would leave it looking factory at least. Would want the stage 1 post fix tune. Wondering how reliable the dpf system is and how long it lasts? I’m spoiled with my alh. No dpf and easy maintenance great power and mpg’s.
52172
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Why would you need to reflash with factory tune for smog? There is no sniffer just all visual? Check for check engine light.
52172
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I would like stage 2 probably without dpf delete.
Darth_Furious
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Stage 1 tune keeps dpf so no worries about smog in CA. It is just a visual check to make sure the dpf is there.
A tune makes a big difference. I got my 2010 and 2015 tuned and they are great.
A tune makes a big difference. I got my 2010 and 2015 tuned and they are great.
52172
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You can’t keep the dpf on there with stage 2?
Owain@malonetuning
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Yes we have phase 2 tunes out, deletes are a free option, they're not required.
52172
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Thank you! I may have to bite the bullet on a 6 speed ea288! Do they have timing belts just like the alh to change every 100k?
GreenLantern_TDI
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130,000 on the EA288
52172
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Oh nice! Fuel pump issue thing of the past?
bizzle
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CA smog for diesels is more than a opacity check. They are supposed to hook up to the ECU and verify integrity. If your tech is doing that then you'll want a flashzilla to be safe since you can simply flash it back and forth from tune to stock at will. That won't, however, save you from the dealership picking your tune up during a visit and flagging your VIN thereby voiding your extended warranty.
52172
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Well then just flash back to stock before going to dealer. Probably can pass the smog test with the tune I do now with my alh Malone stage 4.
bizzle
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My '98 Beetle has a Malone tune and doesn't trigger anything, but I already wrote you can't hide the tune from a dealer :\
I think the tunes have a way to hide from a very basic sniff and that's what prevents the DMV from knowing you have a tune. I don't have any experience with the newer years but I suspect the details are more complex than our early models. I don't know how far we should extend the same results from our 98 and 01 to these 2015s.
Regardless if you get a tune, you *will* forfeit your rights to the extended warranty. Don't try and talk yourself around that reality; assume that risk or don't get a tune.
I think the tunes have a way to hide from a very basic sniff and that's what prevents the DMV from knowing you have a tune. I don't have any experience with the newer years but I suspect the details are more complex than our early models. I don't know how far we should extend the same results from our 98 and 01 to these 2015s.
Regardless if you get a tune, you *will* forfeit your rights to the extended warranty. Don't try and talk yourself around that reality; assume that risk or don't get a tune.
52172
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What kind of power and mpg’s is the ea288 motor getting after the fix?
Owain@malonetuning
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There's a few new files, some codes etc that needed editing.
52172
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So even if I flashed back to factory tune before having car serviced the dealer would be able to tell I was running an aftermarket tune?
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Lightflyer1
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52172
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Well if you can’t reflash what kind of power is the ea288 putting down and mpg’s after the fix?
Lightflyer1
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Not much different if any than original stock.
52172
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Still has 150 hp and gets 40’s mpg that good.
52172
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Might as well hold off on tune till you rack up 120k miles
Lightflyer1
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Mine is warranted till 162k miles with 10k on it now. Averaging 35 mpg, non highway. So far I see no need for a tune anyway.
bizzle
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Yep, roughly double our ALH
I haven't felt like I needed a tune yet (and remember that I do have a malone tune for my beetle), except possibly for the DSG but I'm waiting for phase 2 before I decide on that.
Anyone know if TD1 flag applies to a DSG *only* tune?
Tune (manual car in my case) will wake up the car all over the throttle range and feel less numb driving casually. The pre/post fix car never felt neutered to me but I was always going to put a tune on well before original warranty was going to go out. Dieselgate delayed it for me but worked out getting the cash from the fixes. I come from supercharged v8’s and wanted the torque but honestly these cars are fun as they come too. I’ll be curious how my stage 2 does for mileage over the next few fill ups if I can keep my foot out of it. The tune wakes up the car all over the range now and noticeably pulls harder.
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