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BMW 5 serie
520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW ) — Tuning File

136 PS stock power · E39 - 1995 - 2003 (1995-2003) · Diesel
Vehicle Data
BrandBMW
Model5 serie
GenerationE39 - 1995 - 2003
Year1995-2003
FuelDiesel
Displacement1,951.0 L
Engine Code204D1
ECUBosch EDC15, Bosch EDC16C31
Stock Power136 PS
Stock Torque280 Nm
Tuning Potential
ECO
151 PS +15
Power
320 Nm +40
Torque
+15 PS
Gain
STAGE1
165 PS +29
Power
360 Nm +80
Torque
+29 PS
Gain
STAGE2
181 PS +45
Power
396 Nm +116
Torque
+45 PS
Gain
Available Options
Adblue OFF DPF OFF EGR OFF Exhaust flaps open Vmax OFF
ECU Remap — BMW 5 serie 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW )

The BMW 5 serie 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW ) (Diesel, 136 PS) can be tuned with a Stage 1 ECU remap to 165 PS — a gain of +29 PS without any hardware modifications. Our tuning files target the original ECU software and optimise parameters such as injection timing, boost pressure and fuel maps to unlock the full performance potential.

All tuning files at ecufiles.io are developed and tested by experienced engineers. The original ECU file is always preserved — the remap is 100% reversible at any time.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does an ECU remap do on the BMW 5 serie 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW )?
An ECU remap (chiptuning) modifies the engine control unit software to optimise parameters like injection timing, turbo boost pressure and fuel delivery. On the 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW ), this typically results in more power, better throttle response and improved fuel efficiency at part load.
How much power gain is possible with Stage 1 on the 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW )?
Stage 1 brings the 520D 136hp ( 136 PS / 100 kW ) from 136 PS to 165 PS — a gain of +29 PS. No hardware modifications are required, making it the most popular and cost-effective tuning option.
Is chiptuning reversible on the BMW 5 serie?
Yes. We always save the original ECU file before applying any remap. The tuning can be fully reversed to factory settings at any time.
How fast do I receive the tuning file?
We process orders Monday to Friday from 08:00–20:00 and Saturday from 10:00–16:00. Most tuning files for the BMW 5 serie are delivered within 1–3 hours after uploading your original file.

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