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06 – 2017 – VW Caddy (C2) 1.6 TDI (75/90/102 bhp) tuning

News of the month June

The VW Caddy from 2010 until current, called C2 can be equipped with a 1.6 liter turbo diesel engine with engine code CAY (A/B/C -> 75/90/102bhp). Stock performance can vary between 75 to 102 bhp (55 - 75kW) depended on ECU calibration. Yes, correct... the ECU calibration is the difference between these engine performance figures and not engine hardware.

The engine is controlled by a Continental Siemens PCR2.1 ECU. When this ECU is re-calibrated the performance figures can exceed 140bhp (102kW) and 300Nm of torque. Most of these vehicles are used for construction work and can be loaded with heavy tools for the owners job. Once loaded the vehicle performance will decrease due to the added weight. Once the vehicle is re-calibrated by KARREMAN Engineering the owner can enjoy a more powerfull engine over the complete engine speed range giving more flexability and driving pleasure.

Below is an enige performance graph from a chip-tuned VW Caddy 1.6 TDI. Be aware that, if you desire less torque and / or power can be programmed by us.

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02 – 2017 – BMW E46 M3 (MSS54) ECU services

News of the month February

One of the ECUs used to control the S54B32 engine (3246cc, 343bhp) is the MSS54 ECU made by Siemens and BMW. The ECU is mostly fit in the E46 chassis (M3 coupe & convertible). Its derivant, MSS52 is fitted to the E39 M5 (400bhp/500Nm S62B50).

Some interesting features can be done with the MSS54 and or MSS52 ECU:

- Disabling immoblizer (EWS)

- Rear lambda sensor and EGT (Exhaust Gas Temperature) sensor can be disabled

- Sports button memory activated (no reset after ignition is turned off)

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12 – 2016 – End of the year… !

News of the month December

The end of the year is nearby and while I am typing this message I think about the time I have already been busy with my company... I has been already 3 years!

In the last year the company has grown by the amount of customers and most attractive, some new partners.The amount of services available has been growing as well and more people and companies know to find the route to us. We hope and will do the best we can to keep it that way.

I am looking forward to 2017 as it might be the most ecxiting year to come. A new partner has come up who needs the help from our services. We keep it a mystery currently and hope to explore some stunning news in 2017!

We wish you all a Merry X-mass and a Happy new Year!

Best Regards, Tom, Sylvia & Julia

11 – 2016 – Cloning Valeo Johnson (PSA) ECU

News of the month November

We have succesfully cloned an ECU from a Citroen C3 1.1l engine equipped with a Valeo Johnson ECU. The ECU circuit board is covered in silicone wax and hard to reach. With success we have removed the silicone wax and attampted the so called "boot-mode" in the ECU to retreive and write the necessary files.

10 – 2016 -Error code clear counter EDC15C2 (Peugeot & Citroen) reset

News of the month November

In the EDC15C2 ECU used in Peugeot’s & Citroen's there is a possibility that you can not clear the error memory after a certain amount of clearings anymore. There is a counter in the ECU that is incremented each time an error memory is cleared. Once it reaches it maximum it is no longer possible to clear the error messages again. Until of today we don’t see the purpose of this counter. After some observations in the memories of the ECU we have found the location of the counter and can reset it. Once reset you are able to clear the error memory again of your Peugeot / Citroen car equipped with EDC15C2 ECU.

Besides error code clear counter we have found a way to completely disable the DPF / FAP additive injection system of these vehicles.

09 – 2016 – BMW MSD80 MSD81 cloning / copy available

News of the month September

Since today we are able to clone the MSD80 / MSD80.1 / MSD81 / MSD81.1 ECU fitted in several BMWs. It is not longer necessary to buy a brand new ECU. 2^nd hand ECU can be converted to the state of your original ECU.

The following BMW engines are equipped with MSD80/81 ECU

N54 / N53 / N43

08 – 2016 – New Services added! AdBlue removal

News of the month August

We are now able to disable the “Ad-Blue” systems on BMW, Mercedes Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, Skoda, Mazda, Renault and Volvo cars.

“Ad Blue” is a system designed to reduce emissions on cars equipped with diesel engines. The system consist

Disabling the Ad-Blue system is only possible for cars equipped for race tracks.

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05 – 2016 – BMW F20 118d performance upgrade

News of the month April,

This month we have remapped a BMW F20 118d. A performance gain of 48bhp and 80Nm was realised giving the enigne 190bhp and 400Nm of torque from 143bhp and 320Nm. Besides the performance gain the alibration was also modified to reduce fuel consumption. Currently the owner is using the car to calculate and experience the fuel consumption. Once it is known it will be posted here.

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Nieuws van de maand April,

In deze maand hebben wij een BMW F20 118d aangepakt. Een vermogens upgrade van 47pk en 80Nm werd gerealiseerd. Het standaard vermogen van de auto bedroeg 143pk en 320Nm. Deze cijfers werden "opgeschroefd" naar 190pk en 400Nm door middel van het aanpassen van de motor calibratie. Naast de performance upgrade werd de calibratie ook aangepakt om het verbruikt te verminderen. Momenteel rijdt de klant rond om het verbruik te meten. Zodra dit bekend is wordt het hier gepost.

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03 – 2016 – BMW E70 X5 3.0d performance and fuel economy upgrades

News of the month March,

This month we have remapped a BMW E70 X5 3.0d. A performance gain of 35bhp and 110Nm was realised giving the enigne 270bhp and 630Nm of torque from 235bhp and 520Nm. Besides the performance gain the calibration was also modified to reduce fuel consumption.

In order to give the best fuel consumption many parameters were adjusted to realize a lower fuel consumption. We have worked close with the owner to realize this. The first upgrade gave a 5-6% lower fuel consumption, The second upgrade 10%! These upgrades are free of charge and we keep developing them together with the customer time by time.

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Nieuws van de maand Maart,

In deze maand hebben wij een BMW F20 118d aangepakt. Een vermogens upgrade van 35pk en 110Nm werd gerealiseerd. Het standaard vermogen van de auto bedroeg 235pk en 520Nm. Deze cijfers werden "opgewaardeerd" naar 270pk en 630Nm door middel van het aanpassen van de motor calibratie. Naast de performance upgrade werd de calibratie ook aangepakt om het verbruikt te verminderen.

De eerste upgrade leverde een brandstofbesparing op van 5-6%. De 2e een besparing van 10%! Deze updates zijn kosteloos en blijven in ontwikkeling tot het meest gunstige verbruik behaald is. Mocht u geintereseerd zijn dan kunt u ons bereiken via e-mail en telefoon.

02 – 2016

01 2016 – New updates (FORD / JAGUAR / LAND ROVER)

News of the month Januray 2016:

New updates for FORD / JAGUAR / LAND ROVER

A new list of "tune-able" vehicles will be added to our database shortly!

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Nieuwe updates voor FORD / JAGUAR / LAND ROVER

Een nieuwe lijst met voertuigen wordt spoedig toegevoegd aan de database.

12-2015 – End of the year…

News of the month December 2015:

End of the year...

2015 has brought us many new clients and new challanges. KARREMAN Engineering is growing worldwide with you people to thank for that. In 2016 we will proceed with new technologies and services to help you with any problem, repair or wish you have for your vehicle.

During this news item we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmass and Happy New Year!

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Einde van het jaar...

Bij deze willen wij iedereen een fijne kerst en gelukkig nieuwjaar wensen!

11-2015 – Long life oil, should you leave it in or replace it?

News of the month November 2015:

Long life oil in automatic and manual gearboxes, should you leave it in or replace it?

Who doesn't know the badge/sticker on the gearbox "LIFE TIME OIL, NO OIL CHANGE"? Were we needed to replace our gearbox oil every 2nd big inspection in the old days it isn't necessary according to the owners manual nowadays. Why? Are nowadays oils ready to lubricate and protect your (expensive) gearbox for +100.000km (+70.000 mls)? Maybe they do, but most car manufacturers have a warranty until 2 years of 100.000km / 60.000 mls. After that repairs will be at your own expense.

We don't think it is a good idea to run with the same gearbox oil (manual or automatic) for longer than 100.000km/70.000mls. Deposits and other harmfull components can harm the internals and for sure the dopes in oil would be at there lowest performance level by a time travel of 4 years or 100.000km/70.000mls.

During the last year we have replaced many automatic and manual transmission fluids with very good results. Owners are more than happy with the improved shift quality than before the oil change. Besides the owners of the car, we are still amazed by what fresh oil can do to the shift quality from an automatic gearbox and the improved gear engagement on manual gearboxes. Our explanation for this is mainly the addatives and dopes present in new oil. Besides additives and dopes oil can get thicker by age and mileage causing less lubrication to the already narrow gaps due to tolerances in gearbox designs. Currently we can only speak about the improvement but we are working to get numbers on for instance adaption values in automatix gearboxes to show you the improvement it can bring.

During the beginning of the new year 2016 we are about to present a work around on the replacement of seals, bearings and synchromesh rings on a manual gearbox from a BMW E30 320i. These cars are still a pleasure to drive but 2nd hand parts for these are getting rarer by the day. Therefore we have chosen to fix the current gearbox on this car instead of buying a second hand with possible similar damage/failure symptons by time than the current one.  On one day there will be an end to only replace the gearbox for a second hand one and we rather be prepared to repair your gearbox by then instead of not helping you with the problem you have. It is better to gain knowledge about bearings, shaft seals and synchromesh rings replacment alternatives by now before it is to late.

So please check if your gearbox oil is replaced in the past even if you have a new car and check the future update on the repair of a manual gearbox in the future. Be aware that at KARREMAN Engineering the right oils and mechanic capability is present to do oil changes and repair to your gearbox.

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Long life olie in automatische en manuele versnellingsbakken, erin laten zitten of tijdig vervangen?

Wordt binnenkort toegevoegd.

10-2015 – Good news for all Toyota & Lexus drivers!

News of the month October 2015

Good news for all Toyota & Lexus drivers!

Our tuning device supplier has made a great step in reading, writing and cloning Toyota & Lexus ECUs. From now we are able to offer a wide range of services to your Toyota/Lexus car! We can tune your Toyota/Lexus for better performance, turn the EGR off, remove the DPF from your Toyota/Lexus diesel and clone/copy your broken or damaged ECU for a 2nd hand one (large cost reduction). Check the vehicle database if your Toyota or Lexus is added or check the table below for all Toyota and Lexus cars that are currently added to the list (be aware that the regular database is updated behave of this table below in the future).

DUTCH /NEDERLANDS

Goed nieuws voor alle Toyota & Lexus rijders!

Onze tuning apparatuur leverancier heeft een grote stap gemaakt met het lezen, schrijven en kopiëren van Toyota & Lexus ECUs. Vanaf dit moment kunnen wij u een grote reeks services verlenen voor u Toyota en Lexus. Van prestatie verbetering, EGR uitschakeling, DPF uitschakeling van u Toyota of Lexus diesel tot het kopiëren van het motorstuurapparaat. Het laatstgenoemde kan behoorlijk in kosten schelen in vergelijking met de aanschaf van een nieuwe ECU. Kijk in onze database of u Toyota of Lexus in de database is opgenomen of in de tabel hieronder. (De tabel hieronder geeft alleen de voertuigen aan die in de maand oktober zijn toegevoegd, raadpleeg de database voor de laatste update of mail ons!)

09-2015 – BMW E39 M5 MAF problems

News of the month September 2015:

BMW E39 M5 with low power output and driveability issues

A BMW E39 M5 owner came to our workshop this month to investigate the "limp mode" he was experiencing once 4000 [1/min] was reached. Also the engine didn't responded how it did in the past. After reading the error memory and observing the live data it could be observed that the additive and multiplative lambda corrections were high (1.25 = 25% = maximum limit). The Air mass meters (MAF) on this type of vehicle are known errors for this kind of problem. After reading the total consumped air mass it wouldn't go higher than 400-500 [kg/h] while 1000-1200 [kg/h] was expected.

2 new MAFs were ordered (2 since the S62 engine has double air mass meters) and the latest available software was flashed in the MSS52 ECU. The ECU was never updated during its lifetime. After a testdrive 1100 [kh/h] of consumed air mass ould be observed and the additive and multiplative corrections remaind within 1% of its original target. Again we could add another very happy customer to our client list!

Are you experiencing the similar issues (low power output, rough pick ups from the engine?). Please contact us so we can help you with your problem. We hereby also mention that we are able to flash the latest software to your engine and other control modules to gain as much possible joy from your car.

Below: BMW S62 engine in an E39 5 series chassis. The S62 engine produces 400 bhp and 500Nm

Boven: BMW S62 motor in E39 5 serie. De S62 produceert 400pk & 500Nm

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

BMW E39 M5 met laag vermogen en slechte rij eigenschappen

Een BMW E39 M5 eigenaar is langsgekomen bij onze werkplaats deze maand. De motor ging in storing bij circa 4000 [1/min] en de auto had merkbaar minder vermogen dan voorheen. Na het uitlezen van het foutgeheugen en observeren van de "live data" van de motor kon er opgemerkt worden dat de additieve en multiplicative lambda correcties tegen hun maximale waarde stonden. Simpel gezegd; de uiteindelijke hoeveelheid ingespoten hoeveelheid brandstof die bij het gemeten hoeveel luchtmassa was berekend kwam niet overeen. Er moest maar liefst 25% bijgemengd worden. Nu is de 25% ook een maximale hoeveelheid die bijgemengd kan worden. Bij deze auto is het bekend dat de luchtmassameters na enige tijd de defect raken, en bij het uitlezen kwam die mogelijke oorzaak dan ook naar voren. Er is besloten om de hoeveelheid aangezogen lucht te meten via de "live data". Deze kwam niet boven de 400-500 [kg/h] uit terwijl uit voorgaande berekeningen 1000 a 1200 [kg/h] gemeten zou moeten worden.

Nieuwe luchtmassa meters (MAFs) zijn vervolgens besteld. Op dit type auto zitten 2 luchtmassameters . Naast de nieuwe luchtmassa meters hebben wij ook de laatste software stand in de motor ECU (MSS52) geprogrammeerd. Na een testrit kon wel de verwachte 1100 [kg/h] gemeten worden en voelde de eigenaar een duidelijke verbetering. Het koppel in lage toeren werd zelf bestempeld als "zo sterk heb ik hem nog niet eerder gevoeld!". De additieve en multiplicatieve lambda correcties zijn vervolgens binnen 1% van hun originele (0 en 1.00) waarde gebleven. Dit resultaat bevestigde dat de luchtmassameters de oorzaak van de storing waren. Wederom een tevreden eigenaar binnen onze klantenkring.

Ervaart u ook problemen met uw auto? Geen vermogen meer, moeilijk oppakken van de motor tijdens gaspedaal veranderingen? Wij beschikken over een ruim assortiment van  verschillende op dealer niveau werkende diagnose apparatuur. Hierbij kunnen wij de juiste diagnose stellen die voor de problemen zorgt bij u auto. Daarnaast zijn wij ook in de gelegenheid om de laatste software standen in u (motor) ECUs te programmeren waardoor u maximaal plezier kan beleven van uw auto.

08-2015 – Coding

News of the month August 2015:

Coding

Do you want or don't you want the

• central locking closing the door when driving away
• (BMW lights) Angel eyes on during daytime
• accoustic sound when opening or closing the car with remote control
• Lots of other options to mention

enabled or disabled on your car? We can do it!

NEDERLANDS / DUTCH

Codeering

Wilt u of wilt u niet dat

• de centrale vergrendeling op slot gaat als u weg rijdt
• BMW velichting) Angel eyes aangaan bij dag rij verlichting
• een akoustiek geluid bij het openen of sluiten van het voertuig met de afstandsbediening
• geluid als u de sleutel in het contact laat staan
• nog veel meer opties die te veel zijn om allemaal op te noemen

Aan of uitgezet hebben in uw auto? Wij kunnen dit doen voor u!

07 2015- Fiat Punto EVO tuning

Fiat Punto EVO 1.3 mjet (62kW/86bhp - 200Nm) tuned to 77kW/105bhp and 250Nm. See the results in the car database [> Fiat > Punto EVO > (I) > 1.3 mjet 86 bhp] and the performance curve below

06-2015 – A BMW 325i touring from 2008 came in with (high) fuel pressure error codes.

A BMW 325i touring from 2008 came in with (high) fuel pressure error codes. The information from the engine management system was recorded and investigated. Low fuel pressure was OK, but high fuel pressure towards injectors showed a decreasing pressure while the fuel flow sensor was opened more. This could only mean the high pressure fuel pump was damaged. After changing the high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) the car responded how it should it be.

05-2015 – First BMW E9X 325i (N53B30UL) tuning performed.

First BMW E9X 325i (N53B30UL) tuning performed. This car went from 218bhp/280Nm to 250bhp/330Nm! These results were gained from calibration only! We suspect to see 330i performance figures when we fit the DISA intake valve. Check our news regularly to see the results soon!

04-2015 – New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

03-2015 – A BMW E60 535d came in with a current leak.

A BMW E60 535d came in with a current leak. After turning the ignition on the driver could see a message on his iDrive, Battery current consumption to high! The vehicle was inspected with our oscilloscope and high precise current clamp. After a few hours of searching the faulty component could be found. The MULF( Bluetooth telephone module) was the cause of the current leakage. After contacting the owner he decided to remove the module instead of replacing it. To prevent problems in the future Karreman Engineering recoded the vehicle without MULF module. Besides the current leak investigation, the EGR was turned off at Another happy customer.

New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists.

02-2015 – New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

02-2015 – New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

New vehicles added to our tune-able car lists

01-2015 – A good begin of 2015! All BMW FXX series cars are all tune-able by Karreman Engineering.

A good begin of 2015! All BMW FXX series cars are all tune-able by Karreman Engineering.

Vehicles supported:

• BMW 1 series F20 / F21 (2011→)
• BMW 2 series F22 (2014→)
• BMW 3 series F30 / F31 / F32 (2011→)
• BMW 3 GT F34 (2013→)
• BMW 4 series F32 / F33 / F36 (2014→)
• BMW 4 GC F36 (2014→)
• BMW 5 series F10 / F11 (2009→)
• BMW 5 GT F07 (2009→)
• BMW 6 series F12 / F13 (2011→)
• BMW 6 GC F06 (2012→)
• BMW 7 series F01/F02/F03/F04 (2008→)
• BMW X3 F25 (2011→)
• BMW X4 F26 (2012→)
• BMW X5 F15 (2013→)
• BMW X6 F16 (2014→)

From this news update on, DPF/EGR OFF& other servicesand new calibrations (tunes) are available.

12-2014 – Performed a DPF OFF on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 311 2.2 CDI

Performed a DPF OFF on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 311 2.2 CDI with Bosch EDC16CP31 ECU. After endless money spending and many dealerships visits the owner came to Karreman Engineering to fulfill a Diesel Particle Filter delete on his vehicle.

Please check the website for DPF-OFF and see if we can help you with any DPF related issues.

11-2014 – ABS control units

Many cars (including BMWs) suffer from damaged ABS control units (both electrically and hydraulically). Karreman Engineering is able to offer repairs on these units for a numerous amount of vehicles. Currently we’ve completely repaired a beautifully BMW 325i touring (2007) for half the price of only a new control unit! Even with guarantee.

10-2014 – First Audi A5 2.0 TFSI tuning performed.

First Audi A5 2.0 TFSI tuning performed. This car went from 180bhp/320Nm to 265-275bhp/+400Nm. See the results here

09-2014 – Official VCDS (VAG-COM) license acquired. / Bosch ME9.2 cloning

Official VCDS (VAG-COM) license acquired.

Cloned Bosch ME9.2 ECU for BMW E46 316i with N42B18 engine

08-2014 – Diagnosed faulty alternator on BMW Alpina E60 B5S (500bhp/700Nm).

Diagnosed faulty alternator on BMW Alpina E60 B5S (500bhp/700Nm). Alternator replacement carried out by A.J.Karreman& Zn. See pictures here.

07-2014 – MAF diagnostics on a BMW 316i (M43B19)

Diagnosed faulty MAF on BMW E46 316i (M43B19UL) and replaced for a genuine Bosch from Karreman Engineering. See the webshop for our genuine MAFs.

06-2014 – We are able to tune the Bosch EDC17C64 ECU.

We are able to tune the Bosch EDC17C64 ECU. This means we can optimize and adjust the following new cars:

05-2014 – First BMW F10 528i fitted with a tuning box.

First BMW F10 528i fitted with a tuning box by Burger Tuning. A performance gain from 245bhp/350Nm to ~275bhp/+400Nm was made.

04-2014 – First BMW EWS 3.3 Emulator fitted

First BMW EWS 3.3 Emulator fitted to Siemens MS42 ECU (Alpina B3 3.3 engine) for race car project. With an emulator it is no longer needed to install the ignition key/transponder and other modules that are necessary to start the engine. Perfect solution for race cars, boats and other applications.

03-2014 – First DPF and EGR OFF service performed

First DPF and EGR OFF service performed.

Check the website for DPF OFF and EGR OFF and see how we can help you with Diesel Particle Filters and Exhaust Gas Regeneration related issues!

02-2014 – First airbag crash data reset completed

First airbag crash data reset completed.

After a collision it is possible that the airbags are deployed and the airbag control unit needs replacement due to deployed airbags. At Karreman Engineering we are able to restore your airbag control unit. Check the website for more information!

01-2014 – Karreman Engineering is founded

Karreman Engineering is founded :-)