Unichip and tuning Q for my AU

[FRDGAL]

The AU is due for it's service shortly but because I now have the Unichip in, does that mean that services from now on need to be done on a dyno and tuned that way or can I continue to take it to my own mechanic or any other mechanic for normal servicing? (My mechanic doesn't have a dyno)

Basically, does having the Unichip affect how I should have my car serviced from now on?

Krissy

[JC]

No. Services Ford style involve the following:

Plug the diagnostic computer in. Read fault codes (if any). Address fault codes/advise customer
Change Oil.
Change filters (air/oil/fuelk) as required
Change plugs as required
Change filters as required
Report on brakes/radiator/tyres/suspension etc.

The I6s have a self diagnostic/self tuning program built in which constantly checks and corrects timing, advance etc, so there is really nothing to "tune" as such. Every service these days is more like a glorified oil change.

[FRDGAL]

Originally Posted by JCXR8

No. Services Ford style involve the following:

Plug the diagnostic computer in. Read fault codes (if any). Address fault codes/advise customer
Change Oil.
Change filters (air/oil/fuelk) as required
Change plugs as required
Change filters as required
Report on brakes/radiator/tyres/suspension etc.

The I6s have a self diagnostic/self tuning program built in which constantly checks and corrects timing, advance etc, so there is really nothing to "tune" as such. Every service these days is more like a glorified oil change.

Oh I see so basically when my mechanic puts my car on the computer all that's doing is checking codes? That's ok then - I would hate to have to change mechanics. He's always looked after me well. Thanks for that information

[JC]

No worries. All part of the "service". Get it? lol.

Apparently, they won't even be able to pick up that it's been chipped (except when they drive it).

[FRDGAL]

Errrrr yeah I get it yes 'service' got it