APR ECU Upgrade - 3.6L EA390 VR6 (MED17) — Porsche Cayenne (2011–2018); Volkswagen CC (2012–2016), Passat (2012–2018), Touareg (2011–2017)
Vendor:
APR
SKU:
ECU-36L-EA390-MED17
Availability:
In-store installation only
Product type:
Engine Tuning
$459.95
APR Stage 1 horsepower gains
APR’s Stage 1 pump-gas figures are shown below. Choose the row for your fuel grade and exact engine version.
| Calibration / version | Required fuel (U.S. octane) | APR total output | APR maximum horsepower gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | 91 AKI | 285 HP | +5 HP |
| Stage 1 | 93 AKI | 287 HP | +7 HP |
Output and gains retain APR’s published units. WHP/AWHP denotes horsepower at the wheels. Maximum gain is a separate figure and need not equal the difference between peak horsepower ratings.
Results vary with fuel quality, vehicle condition, hardware and test conditions. Use the fuel required by the installed APR calibration; verify the exact ECU application before installation.
Vehicle fitment
Find your vehicle below, then match the engine, chassis, trim and controller requirements for this specific APR tune. Vehicle names in the title are a summary; compatibility is limited to the applications and conditions shown here.
| Vehicle | Years | Chassis | Engine | Configuration / market | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Cayenne | 2011–2015 | Confirm chassis | EA390 / EA390 3.6L | Base; SUV · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Porsche Cayenne | 2016–2018 | 958.2 | EA390 / EA390 3.6L | Base; SUV · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen CC | 2012–2015 | Confirm chassis | EA390 / EA390 3.6L | See requirements · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen CC | 2016 | 3C8 / PQ46 | EA390 / EA390 3.6L / EA390 VR6 3.6L | Sedan · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2012–2015 | Confirm chassis | EA390 / EA390 3.6L | See requirements · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2016–2018 | A32 / NMS | EA390 / EA390 3.6L / EA390 VR6 3.6L | Sedan · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen Touareg | 2011–2015 | Confirm chassis | EA390 / EA390 3.6L | See requirements · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
| Volkswagen Touareg | 2016–2017 | 7P / PL71 | EA390 / EA390 3.6L / EA390 VR6 3.6L | SUV · Confirm original market | See fitment requirements below. |
Fitment requirements
- MED17 ECU and 3.6L naturally aspirated VR6 only; exclude Porsche twin-turbo 3.6 V6. Confirm exact ECU/TCU box code, software revision, fuel grade and required hardware with APR before installation. A vehicle/engine match alone does not confirm software availability.
Install Methods
Note: You'll purchase the tune during the install.
APR's ECU Upgrades are the best dollar-per-horsepower modification one can make to improve engine performance. The upgrades dramatically increase horsepower and torque, making for an exceptionally quicker and more exciting vehicle. This is made possible through APR's optimization of the factory engine management system to take full advantage of the engine's capabilities, without needing any end user adjustment. The ECU Upgrades are available with various features and supported octane levels and each stage is compatible with most typical bolt-on modifications. The software is installed to the vehicle's factory ECU through the OBD-II port, resulting in a clean and headache-free install.
Features:
- Horsepower - More horsepower throughout the whole rpm band
- Torque - More torque throughout the whole rpm band
- Program Switching - Change programs and access features with your cruise control stalk
- APR Mobile - Change programs and access features with your smart device
- Valet Mode – Neuters the vehicle, giving the driver minimal output
- Anti-Theft – Password protects driving the vehicle
- Security Lockout – Password protects program switching
- Fault Code Erase – Resets ECU fault codes and adaption on the fly
- Fuel Grades - Multiple octanes from which to choose
- Acceleration - Accelerate faster with more power and reduced throttle lag
- Brake Boosting - Left foot braking or brake boosting added
- Rev Hang - Recalibrated engine braking assist to remove overrun hang
- Standing Limiter - Increased standing limiter for higher revving at idle
- Speed Limiter - Go as fast as you want with the speed limiter out of the way
- Economy - While cruising, or driving normally, your fuel economy may benefit from our optimized calibration
- Direct Port Programming - Clean and easy install through the OBD II port without removing the ECU
- Guarantee - 30 day money back guarantee
- Free Updates - Get free updates for life