MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: GE90 on January 14, 2017, 10:43:58 pm

Title: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 14, 2017, 10:43:58 pm
Hi All

Just wondered whether any fellow forum members have had their DSG remapped?

Would appreciate any feedback on which companies offer this, and whether you've been happy with the results?! My primary reason is to smooth down changes in Drive.

I am in Bromley, Kent, so somewhere local would be good, or otherwise a handheld unit to upload appears to be an option.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: Shoduchi on January 14, 2017, 11:56:24 pm
I'd do a DSG reset first. That should help a lot or that after a oil and filter change. The remap allows more torque from the engine, speeds shifts, allows an higher rpm limit and gives you more control of the gearbox.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: ROH ECHT on January 15, 2017, 02:00:59 am
I did one by GIAC. I like the torque limiter removal (my torque is 363 lb*ft), the higher rpm launch control, higher redline rpm (6900rpm), and that it stays in a manually selected gear longer before downshifting. I don't think I would opt for it unless stage 2+ (w/hpfp upgrade) or K04  :drinking:
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 01:47:25 pm
Thanks guys. I've already done a full adaptations reset, and changed the oil and filter.

The way I look at it, if I am able to find a tuner happy to offer a refund say within 30 days if not happy, I've got nothing to lose.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2017, 01:55:48 pm
If it's jerky then a remap won't fix that.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: P3T3R on January 15, 2017, 02:40:02 pm
Guys at AMD (Essex) should be able to sort you out.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 02:56:12 pm
Thanks - email sent!

I wouldn't say it is jerky, just not very smooth in D when it changes from say 4th to 3rd, or 3rd to 2nd.

In all other respects, it is perfectly smooth.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2017, 03:05:04 pm
Remap won't help. You can waste your money on one thought if you like.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: slix on January 15, 2017, 05:29:24 pm
Remap won't help. You can waste your money on one thought if you like.

This.

Will be a waste of money.  Try the other routes suggested first like a dsg reset and maybe service.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 06:26:59 pm
Ah, OK, back to the drawing board as service and reset already done!
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2017, 07:11:44 pm
Ah, OK, back to the drawing board as service and reset already done!

New mechatronics unit it is then.... or get yours refurbished.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 07:19:52 pm
I'm not convinced. I've have experience of a new mechatronics on my previous R32.

It's under a VW used car warranty for a little longer, but dealership doesn't agree it's a fault!
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2017, 08:00:12 pm
Without actually driving it its impossible to diagnose...
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 08:09:38 pm
Yeah, you're right. It's difficult to explain.

Probably best described as far too much engine braking when no throttle applied i.e. when gently braking to a stop. When others are in the car it is quite embarrassing!

Really disappointing, as it is otherwise great!
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: rich83 on January 15, 2017, 08:11:20 pm
Where are you?
Title: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 15, 2017, 08:12:50 pm
Bromley, Kent. Should add that it doesn't happen all the time, but random, as in cold or warm.

The car is a MK 7 GTI, 16k miles
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: mo on January 17, 2017, 08:02:27 pm
Have you checked your engine mounts ? They can cause jerkiness if worn out apparently.
Title: Re: DSG Remaps
Post by: GE90 on January 17, 2017, 08:42:56 pm
Have you checked your engine mounts ? They can cause jerkiness if worn out apparently.

Thanks for the suggestion, but unlikely, given the random nature, low miles and that no other symptoms of worn mounts are present.