swap the ECU??? 850 question

Discussion in 'Volvo 850' started by Steve, Feb 26, 2004.

  1. Steve

    Steve Guest

    Quoting from some reliable source:

    "1996 Volvo 850: Volvo added a second turbocharged model in the
    spring--the Volvo 850 R--equipped with a special Bosch engine-management
    system that programs the turbo to produce 240 horsepower from the same
    2.3-liter 5-cylinder."

    Can a 850 R ECU be "dropped in" a '96 850 turbo? It would be nice as I
    would rather have the Volvo mod than a 3rd party hack. Any recommendation
    in this regard appreciated.

    TIA
     
    Steve, Feb 26, 2004
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  2. Steve

    James Sweet Guest

    IIRC IPD sells upgrade ECU's, haven't looked into it but if they have one
    for the 850T I would guess that's essentially what it is.
     
    James Sweet, Feb 27, 2004
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  3. Steve

    Patrik Guest

    Yes I think its possible, but the immobiliser may have to be
    reporogammed. And that is a "Volvo shop only" job. But mind you that
    there are different transmission and brakes on the "R" and possibly
    some different engine parts as well.
    Volvo never reccomends chipping or ECU swapping. Installing a
    different ECU is no less of a 3rd party hack than chipping.
    /Patrik
     
    Patrik, Feb 27, 2004
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  4. Steve

    Steve Guest

    Thats a good point.
     
    Steve, Feb 27, 2004
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