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Commodore VZ — Stage 3 ECU Tune

2004 L98 98 RON RWD Stage 3
kW
175 275
+100
HP
235 369
+134
Nm
408
Holden
Commodore · 2004
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Dyno Chart — digitised from report
Vehicle
Make
Holden
Model
Commodore
Year
2004
Series
VZ
Engine
L98
Drive
RWD
ECU
Factory
Tune
ECU Tune
Fuel & Boost
Fuel Type
98 RON
Modifications
Borg Warner turbocharger 525 lph fuel pump 1000cc injectors 3.5in to 3in exhaust system Plazmaman 70mm FMIC Automatic transmission remap
Improvements
  • 57% power increase
  • 40% torque increase
  • Improved boost control via wastegate solenoid
  • Enhanced fuel system management
  • Drive-by-wire optimization
  • Low boost strategy for reliability
VZ L98 auto turbo build — 275 kW at the wheels

This VZ Commodore runs a full forced-induction package built around a Borg Warner turbo and matching hardware for closed-circuit use. The supporting gear includes a high-capacity 525 lph fuel pump, 1000cc injectors, full intercooler setup, and a free-flowing 3.5-to-3-inch exhaust. Factory ECU was recalibrated to manage the turbo system and larger injectors, with auto transmission mapping revised to suit the added output.

The result is 275 kW at the wheels, up 100 kW from the stock L98 baseline, with 408 Nm torque. Calibration work focused on fuel delivery, ignition timing, and ensuring the auto transmission shifts cleanly under boost without hanging onto gears or hunting. The file is tailored for 98 RON and intended for off-road or competition use.

Common questions
Can the factory ECU handle this level of modification?

Yes. The factory platform can be recalibrated to manage a turbo build of this scale, provided the supporting hardware—fuel system, ignition, and exhaust—is up to spec. The automatic transmission also requires a remap to handle the added torque and power.

What's involved in the auto transmission remap for a turbo build?

The transmission calibration adjusts shift points, line pressure, and torque converter lockup to suit the new power and torque curve. This prevents slipping, harsh shifts, or holding gears too long under boost.

Is this file suitable for street use?

No. This is a Stage 3 turbo build intended for off-road and closed-circuit competition only.

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