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BMW 5 serie
530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 kW ) — Tuning File

231 PS stock power · E39 - 1995 - 2003 (1995-2003) · Gasoline
Vehicle Data
BrandBMW
Model5 serie
GenerationE39 - 1995 - 2003
Year1995-2003
FuelGasoline
Displacement2,979.0 L
Engine Code306S3
ECUBosch ME7.2, Continental MS43
Stock Power231 PS
Stock Torque300 Nm
Tuning Potential
STAGE1
242 PS +11
Power
318 Nm +18
Torque
+11 PS
Gain
STAGE2
246 PS +15
Power
325 Nm +25
Torque
+15 PS
Gain
Available Options
Exhaust flaps open Lambda OFF Vmax OFF
ECU Remap — BMW 5 serie 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 kW )

The BMW 5 serie 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 kW ) (Gasoline, 231 PS) can be tuned with a Stage 1 ECU remap to 242 PS — a gain of +11 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 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 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 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 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 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 kW )?
Stage 1 brings the 530i 231hp ( 231 PS / 170 kW ) from 231 PS to 242 PS — a gain of +11 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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