Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8 Stage 1 Remap
On Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8 naturally aspirated engines a Stage 1 remap refines the ignition timing, fuelling and throttle response maps. Without a turbo the power gain is smaller than on turbocharged engines; the difference is felt mostly in throttle response and the mid-range. No hardware is changed and the original software is backed up.
It depends on the generation and the stock output. 4.7 V8 engines with 230–305 bhp reach 250–325 bhp with a Stage 1 remap; the largest gain is +20 bhp (4.7 V8 230hp). Pick your version in the table below.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8: Stage 1 figures by generation and year
Year / chassis: 2005 - 2011
| Engine | Power | Torque | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8 230hp | 230 → 250 bhp | 400 → 410 Nm | +20 bhp |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8 305hp | 305 → 325 bhp | 453 → 475 Nm | +20 bhp |
Where can this be done near you?
GP Power ECU applies the software at its workshop in Hukou, Hsinchu, using EcuPrime-developed files; workshops can also order the file directly.
About the American naturally aspirated V8 (GM 5.3 / 6.2 Vortec and LS, Chrysler 5.7 / 6.4 HEMI)
The large naturally aspirated V8s of the Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette, Tahoe, Silverado, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Dodge Charger, Challenger, Durango, Ram and Jeep Grand Cherokee produce 300 to 485 hp. They are durable, simple, torque-focused engines.
How a Stage 1 remap works on the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 V8
On a naturally aspirated V8, Stage 1 re-tunes ignition advance, fuelling, throttle and, where fitted, variable valve timing; cylinder deactivation (AFM / MDS) can be disabled in the same calibration if wanted. The gain is measured, but throttle response and mid-range fullness improve clearly.
Pre-remap checklist
- Lifter and camshaft wear in the AFM / MDS cylinder deactivation system (known issue).
- Ignition coils and spark plugs.
- Exhaust manifold bolts and leaks.
- Automatic gearbox oil service.
This section is based on GP Power ECU workshop experience; the power and torque figures come from the catalogue measurement above.