FocusSport/SCT chips FAQ - Please read!

[FordFociSHO]

Originally Posted by FocusSportVP

If that is your goal, you'd want to step up to the Pro Racer with the XCal2.

That is what I thought.

thanks

John

[ford_focus]

I've eliminated the EGR. Can you disable the function in the EEC-V?

Also, I sometimes run a high compression NA setup, and other times a turbocharger setup. Can you give me two programs for the NA setup, and two for the turbo setup?

I would like to run the same 42lb injectors for both.

Thanks.

[Giveen]

Does buying the automatic 16V Zetec include the automatic shift program? Or is that the ECU on the automatics are different and there for require a different programming?

[FocusSportVP]

Originally Posted by ford_focus

I've eliminated the EGR. Can you disable the function in the EEC-V?

Also, I sometimes run a high compression NA setup, and other times a turbocharger setup. Can you give me two programs for the NA setup, and two for the turbo setup?

I would like to run the same 42lb injectors for both.

Thanks.

Yes, we can turn off the EGR system thru the ECU. High compression turbo does not sound like a great idea. That should be dyno tuned IMO.

Why don't you just call me, Trever?

[FocusSportVP]

Originally Posted by Giveen

Does buying the automatic 16V Zetec include the automatic shift program? Or is that the ECU on the automatics are different and there for require a different programming?

We have transmission specific programming. Our chips and flashers come with a primary file that can have shifting adjustments if that's what you're after.

[Giveen]

Originally Posted by FocusSportVP

We have transmission specific programming. Our chips and flashers come with a primary file that can have shifting adjustments if that's what you're after.

So the automatic ECU, comes with the power shifting standard?

[FocusSportVP]

Our programs with the XCal2 give the end user the control to make some shifting adjustments if desired.

[geostef]

Hello , do you have sth for European EEC-V ? code is HXK1 ... 1.If it is preprogrammed,can I send you dynograph and AFR to fix the bad points-will it work? 2.Dislike sth preprogrammed ... I want sth I can mess with it myself ,is it possible?
Thnx a lot!
PS. Running Sports R cams on a 1.8 Zetec E oversized to 1.9 ,CR 11.3 :1 , with a Blue Chip etc etc ...

[FocusSportVP]

Sorry, we can't reprogram the Blue Chips, our files are too large.

[geostef]

Originally Posted by FocusSportVP

Sorry, we can't reprogram the Blue Chips, our files are too large.

I mean if I GET RID of bluefin ,return to the stock file...

The Superchips Bluefin Device I meant...but have you got something for us European guys? HXK1 ECM I have... and I beleive I deserve an answer before I go straight ahead to the Smt6

[Europeanfocus]

Again from europe. (On a 2.0 duratec HE ecu code 3CGC).

We know that European OBDII has the same form and shape with American, so the Xcalibrator might be placed regularly.
However the question is if theese two are compatible.
And if the Xcalibrator can communicate to a european ecu and upload the data.


Need help.

[FocusSportVP]

Originally Posted by Europeanfocus

Again from europe. (On a 2.0 duratec HE ecu code 3CGC).

We know that European OBDII has the same form and shape with American, so the Xcalibrator might be placed regularly.
However the question is if theese two are compatible.
And if the Xcalibrator can communicate to a european ecu and upload the data.


Need help.

I'm pretty sure I just replied to the email you sent me yesterday or the day before.

[drod01]

I know the is a newb question...however have never messed around with the ecu..how do you find the ecu code?

[Europeanfocus]

If you are from europe forget it.
You will have to pay 750€ to get the same device with a different sticker on it (about 994,43$)....

[lapp]

I have 2 foci, both have the same zetec engine except one is an early 2000 and other is 2001. Both are the zx3

One would need the pro racer package eventually and the other is my daily driver and would only get a basic tune.

is there a way I can tune both without having to buy 2 seperate flashers and software at full price

maybe I could pay extra to have the xcal2 locked to 2 vins instead of just one if thats possible

[FocusSportVP]

No, you'd have to buy two XCal2 flashers. There is no way around it.

[Bspourt1]

so what is the differnce between the chip and the flasher. which one is better?

[davlafont]

Originally Posted by FocusSportVP

Its not hard, you just have to pay. We charge $65 for each program we create for second hand flashers and chips.

Randy, I have a second-hand X Cal 1. I called your shop earlier and they said I'd have to ship the unit to you. I'm afraid I was rushed on my lunch hour, so I didn't ask to speak to you directly (since you've made it clear in many threads that we should speak to you).

Here's my situation: I downloaded the Extreme Tune software and successfully unlocked (aka erased) the X Cal 1. I wanted to purchase a basic FS tune on the phone and have it emailed. Your rep said no, not with the X Cal 1.

I thought email tunes predated the X Cal 2. Isn't that the whole point of having a flasher?

TIA...

[FocusSportVP]

We don't email XCal1 files since they aren't really encrypted. The XCal2 files are and so we'll email those.

[Focus_2001]

I have had my chip for a while. Now I live in Alaska and have to get it emissoins tested. When I go to program #4 (stock) does the computer reconize it automatically or do I have to drive around before I take it to get inspected?

[FocusSportVP]

You'll need to take the chip out completely. Just using slot 4 will still not allow the emissions equipment to connect properly to your car and you would fail.

[Bspourt1]

what if you have a flasher. can you set it to defult and pass emissions

[FocusSportVP]

If you have a flasher you can just flash back to stock or depending on the performance program, you might be able to leave it in.

[Alec Brandon]

Is this also true for passing emissions tests in Canada? They are required here (Ottawa, Ontario) every 2 years. Having to pull the chip out complete seems like a pain.

[FocusSportVP]

Sorry, I have no clue when it comes to Canadian emissions testing.