OBD2 Ecu Tuning | OBD Flasher | OBD2 Tuning Software

WHAT IS OBD?

On-board diagnostics, or OBD, is an automotive term referring to a vehicle's self-diagnostic and reporting capability. OBD systems give the vehicle owner or a repair technician access to state of health information for various vehicle sub-systems. The amount of diagnostic information available via OBD has varied widely since the introduction in the early 1980s of on-board vehicle computers, which made OBD possible. Early instances of OBD would simply illuminate a malfunction indicator light, or MIL, if a problem was detected—but would not provide any information as to the nature of the problem. Modern OBD implementations use a standardized digital communications port to provide real-time data in addition to a standardized series of diagnostic trouble codes, or DTCs, which allow one to rapidly identify and remedy malfunctions within the vehicle.

The OBD system provides owners with an early warning of malfunctions by way of a dashboard "Check Engine" light (also known as a Malfunction Indicator Light or MIL, for short). By giving vehicle owners this early warning, OBD protects not only the environment but also consumers, identifying minor problems before they become major repair bills.

WHAT IS OBD TUNING?

In the engine tuning industry, three phrases are often used interchangeably. These are: OBD-2 ECU Tuning, Chip Tuning and ECU Programming. OBD stands for On Board Diagnostic. To make sense of this the word port is important because without the port, on board diagnostics would not actually exist; just as it didn't exist in the 1980's. So any 'OBD port tuning' or 'obd port remap' is just engine tuning or engine remapping completed via the use of the car's obd port.

WHERE IS THE OBD PORT LOCATED?

The OBD port (On-Board Diagnostics) is basically a plug in the vehicle which can be connected to which has a self-diagnostic and reporting ability. The OBD port enables the vehicle’s owner or vehicle’s technician to access information relating to the health state of various vehicle sub-systems also called OBD Flasher.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We offer the lowest cost quality tuning files in the remapping industry - and the more you buy, the cheaper they become.

Our file packages are available in monthly bundles, with additional “Bolt-On” credits if you find that you have used up your usual regular allocation early. Single file credits are also available for occasional customers.

All dealers have access to the same pricing structure and get the same level of service – which remains consistent in quality: we do not offer a cut-back “no frills” file service.

Our files room is open is open from 7am to 7pm GMT Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm GMT on Saturdays and Sundays; and we run an hour of hours service on weeknights until 9pm GMT.

All prices plus VAT at 20%, unless in Europe with a valid VAT number; or outside the EU.

Company Policy

SINGLE PRICING STRUCTURE

We have a transparent price structure – the price you see is the price you pay for a standard, “stage one” tune – whether you’re modifying a car, truck, tractor, or boat. You can choose between our standard, high power, or eco files, along with any combination of DPF, EGR, or speed limiter solutions which are available in most instances.

ACCOUNT FACILITIES

Account facilities are available if you want to pay monthly by Direct Debit, or retained debit card, with up to 45 days free credit.

DPF Service

We are at the forefront of providing software for DPF solution on supported vehicles - this can be a valuable income stream and is included in your tuning file cost.

Speed Limiter Bonus

The package also includes speed limiter removal on supported vehicles.

Chip Tuning File Service

White Label File Service

• Joining the Quantum Tuning dealer group is good for your business, but this might not suit everyone, so we can supply you on a confidential basis, completely transparent to your customer base.
• This is something we currently do for dozens of well known companies around UK, Europe and the rest of the world.
• If ever questioned about the source of your files by a customer, you simply tell them that you employ a top file writing company, under contract.
• You still get the benefits of our technical support and training. If you are in an area not covered by an existing dealer, you will also receive customer leads.

BEST CHIP TUNING FILES | CHIP TUNING PROGRAM

This is the absolute core of our business, with quality and best chiptuning service standards second to none - which is why so many top tuning businesses worldwide use us for their tuning files. Unlike most competitors, we have a team of file writers, so you are not reliant on just one person.

PERFORMING A REMAP

• As a trade professional, you will already be confident to connect equipment to the diagnostic socket.
• The KessV2 is a sophisticated protocol tool that plugs into the socket and then connects to a laptop in order to modify the vehicle.
• The process is straightforward and controlled, with the software guiding you the whole way through, firstly the initial vehicle identification then onto reading the ECU file.
• This file is sent to our Files Office who will make the modifications and return the file to you to be written on the vehicle. Typical hands on time is less than 30 minutes.
• To find out more visit www.YouTube.com and search Quantum Tuning, where you will find a short video showing a straightforward OBD remap from start to finish.

HOW TO BECOME A QUANTUM DEALER

We can offer a couple of ways of joining our dealer group, which route you choose depends on your current level of hardware ownership.

BUY YOUR OWN TUNING TOOL

To get you started, purchase a KessV2 for £1700 + VAT (where applicable) which includes six file credits. This is a “Slave” tool, connected to the Quantum master.

File packages are available in bundles of 6, 14, or 25 with prices starting at the lowest cost plus VAT per unit.

How does this compare to our competitors? Whilst you may be able to purchase a Kess tool more cheaply from other suppliers (who sometimes sell them at an initial loss and then refuse to allow them to be transferred to an alternative supplier) you are likely to be tied in to a higher file price. A £75 price tag per file with a moderate turnover of 100 files per year would cost an additional £2500 when compared Quantum dealership.

IF YOU ALREADY OWN A TUNING TOOL

If you have Master tools then we can supply you files straight away. If you have an Alientech or CMD Slave tool it needs to be transferred to our Master first; but if your existing supplier refuses to transfer the tool, or wants to charge a large fee, then it can be more cost effective to have a new tool.

BENCH TOOLS

We encourage every dealer to invest in an Alientech K-TAG system for doing bench work on ECUs that have been removed from the vehicle. For those that don’t have this facility, we provide a bench programming service for £100 including the file: simply send or bring the ECU into us, and we will turn it round on the same day.

QUALITY TRAINING - KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

We have an huge amount of technical experience and expertise and have used this to build a suite of training courses to support our dealer training and development program. Training courses are also available to independent tuners.
Remapping courses available to our dealers.

• Basic OBD Programming
• Advanced Bench Programming
• Advanced K-Tag Programming
• Chip Tuning

WHY TRAIN?

It is quite ludicrous to believe that you can run an effective remapping business without thorough training giving you detailed and expert knowledge. We have seen countless people over the years that have experienced what we call “black box syndrome”. Basically, they have brought a tool from a cheap supplier, told which website to download the software from and that’s it.

The first few vehicles come along, they don’t know what do, maybe even hit a problem, lose confidence and the ‘cheap’ black box sits in the corner gathering dust, worthless.

QUICK, SIMPLE & EASY TO UNDERSTAND

TRAINING

Our strategy for dealer training is very simple. The more you know the more files you will do. This, of course, then benefits both of us. Therefore, all KessV2 and K-Tag bench programming training courses worth £450 per day, are only £95, (this includes the IMI certificate) to Quantum dealers.

Whether you buy a tool from us, or have your own tool and simply buy files, then you are welcome to have training. At the same time you meet our team and understand how we work which all helps build your confidence to enable you to grow your remapping business.

ONE TO ONE

Our experience of training literally hundreds of people is that group training, or the seminar approach does not work. With people naturally varying experiences and ability it is therefore important to ensure that courses are not run to the lowest ability.

Therefore, all courses are normally one-to-one, but you are welcome to bring a colleague along. This ensures the best quality training.

DON’T NEED TRAINING?

Our courses are not compulsory and we appreciate it that it is sometimes hard to leave your business for a day. Many people who are experienced diagnostic technicians also feel that they don’t need training. What we would say is, without exception, everyone who has initially shown reluctance to come on a course, has gone away happy that they made the effort. The choice is yours.

APPOINTMENT & COURSES

APPOINTMENT CRITERIA

• Here at Quantum Tuning, we don’t just take on dealers to make the numbers up, we want both of us to be mutually successful in the remapping business.
• Where many of our competitors make substantial income from charging excessive up-front dealer or franchise fees, with us it’s entirely the opposite; we make an investment in your long term success.
• Therefore, we only want to appoint companies and individuals from the motor trade, who see that they can be successful in the business and work with us to build the Quantum brand.
• Once you have decided to go ahead you can normally be up and running within a week.

COURSES

IMI Professional Tuner Course (Kess V2)

• Gain an understanding of the remapping market, trends and current legislation and ethics
• Understand the differences between the following
• Chip change
• OBD – Serial programming
• K-Tag – Bench programming
• Clone tools and how they damage the industry
• How and what to research before tuning a vehicle, ECU types, dos and don’t
• Understand Alientech Software
• How to safely programme a vehicle
• Pre and post programming checks
• Trouble shooting and diagnostics
• Precautions and procedures which need to be taken when working with vehicles,
• associated materials, tools and equipment
• Marketing your tuning business for best results

IMI Professional Advanced Tuner Course (K-Tag)

• ECU types and how to identify them
• System and procedures for bench programming
• How to use Ksuite and the relevant software
• Do's and don’ts in Bench programming
• How to safely open ECUs with confidence
• How to identify different processors
• Using the K-Tag tool to its full potential

REFRESHER COURSES

If you’ve been out of the game, or just feel a bit rusty and want to have some refresher training, then contact us, let us know what needs covering and book a date.

INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE

Addition to learning the nuts and bolts on our training courses, you will be meeting some of the most experienced people in the industry and learn what we know about the business. This invaluable information is very powerful.