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Mercedes-Benz ML W163 - 1997 - 2005 430 V8 - 272hp Stage 1 Chip Tuning · ECU Remap

Name: Mercedes-Benz ML W163 - 1997 - 2005 430 V8 - 272hp Stage 1 Chip Tuning
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Catalog reference — not a measured result for this vehicle.

How much bhp does Mercedes-Benz ML W163 430 V8 - 272hp chip tuning add?

Catalog reference: power 272 → 290 bhp, difference +18 bhp (7%); torque 400 → 425 Nm. Actual results depend on vehicle condition and measurement.

Power272 → 290 bhp+18 bhp (+7%)

Torque400 → 425 Nm+25 Nm (+6%)

Figures are typical ranges; exact results depend on the vehicle's hardware and dyno measurement.

Stage 1 Remap Stage 2 Remap Pop & Bang Speed Limiter (Vmax) Removal DTC / Fault Code Removal

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Reversible: Yes, the original software is kept

Mercedes-Benz ML W163 - 1997 - 2005 430 V8 - 272hp — Stage 1 Remap

Stage 1 re-calibrates the ECU software — boost, fuelling and ignition maps — within the factory hardware's safe tolerances. No hardware changes are required.

Stage 1 Remap

Software that optimises the engine's power and torque maps within safe limits.

Stage 2 Remap

Advanced software matched to hardware upgrades such as a sport exhaust or induction kit.

Pop & Bang

Software that creates exhaust crackle on lift-off.

Speed Limiter (Vmax) Removal

Removing the factory top-speed limiter from the software.

DTC / Fault Code Removal

Switching off selected diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) in the ECU software.

OUTSIDE TÜRKİYE?

Where can this be done near you?

Prime Chiptuning applies the software at its own centres in Türkiye. Abroad, our partners carry out the work with the same files, and workshops can order the file directly.

ECUs used in Mercedes-Benz vehicles

If you know your ECU family, its page lists exactly which solutions are available for it.

DELPHI CRD3 (ALL)BOSCH EDC16C31 BOSCH EDC17C66 BOSCH MD1CP001 DELPHI CRD2 (ALL)BOSCH EDC17C46 BOSCH EDC16 BOSCH EDC17C10 All ECU families →

Mercedes-Benz ML — Power Calculator

Engine	Power	Gain
270 CDI 163hp	163 → 200 bhp	+37 bhp
320 V6 - 218hp	218 → 230 bhp	+12 bhp
350 V6 - 245hp	245 → 260 bhp	+15 bhp
400 CDI 250hp	250 → 290 bhp	+40 bhp
55 AMG 347hp	347 → 367 bhp	+20 bhp

Frequently asked questions

How much bhp does Mercedes-Benz ML W163 430 V8 - 272hp chip tuning add?

Catalog reference: power 272 → 290 bhp, difference +18 bhp (7%); torque 400 → 425 Nm. Actual results depend on vehicle condition and measurement.

Will chip tuning damage the engine?

No. Values stay inside the safety margin the manufacturer leaves; engine, gearbox and turbo limits are not exceeded. Every file is verified with a road test and data logging. If the car needs maintenance first (worn injectors, blocked filter, weak clutch) we tell you before starting.

Will my fuel consumption go up?

With the same driving style it usually drops, because you hold the same speed at lower revs and less throttle. If you use the extra power, consumption naturally rises. It is down to your right foot.

How long does it take? Do I leave the car?

Most cars take 1–2 hours and you get the car back the same day; no need to leave it. Some models need the ECU removed, which takes longer — we tell you when booking.

Can I go back to stock later?

Yes. The original file is read and archived before any work. We restore the factory software free of charge whenever you ask.

Does it void my warranty?

Changing engine software can affect the manufacturer warranty. If a dealer finds a fault to be software related, they may refuse that claim. We want you to decide knowing this. Your original file stays with us and can be restored before a dealer visit.

Will it pass the roadworthiness test?

Stage 1 power software does not touch emission hardware. Work on emission systems is offered only for uses permitted by law; road use and inspection compliance remain the owner's responsibility.

How much does Mercedes-Benz ML W163 430 V8 - 272hp chip tuning cost?

Price depends on the vehicle, the ECU and the solution chosen. Send us your vehicle details on WhatsApp and we will quote straight away. Inspection and measurement are free.

How is the work done?

We scan for faults and read the original software first. The file is adapted to your car's hardware, written, and verified on a road test. The original is archived.

⚠ Software work on emission systems is offered only for uses permitted by applicable law (motorsport, off-road use, export, fault diagnosis, etc.). Road use and inspection compliance of the vehicle remain the owner's responsibility.