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    AutoTuner Mail-in Unlock: how does it work?

    Identification, removal, secure shipment, unlock and return to OBD programming: the complete procedure.

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    Swaptune calibration teamEngineering expertise · Europe
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    Some recent ECUs must be unlocked in a secure facility before normal reading and writing becomes possible. The official process begins with vehicle identification using an AutoTuner Tool, followed by ECU removal, protected shipment, unlock, return and reinstallation.

    Swaptune pricing

    Swaptune currently charges €250 excluding VAT plus shipping. Final eligibility and timing are confirmed after ECU identification; AutoTuner notes that direct unlock pricing varies with ECU and complexity.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can an owner do this without an AutoTuner?

    The current official procedure requires a Master or Slave Tool, so private owners should use an equipped professional.

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