TVS Custom DSG Software
Since 2005 TVS Engineering is the pioneer in developing DSG software solutions. Currently we offer the best and widest ranging DSG software upgrades available on the market. Not only the strongest and most powerful ‘off-the-shelf’ and fully customizable software solutions, but also the best possible durability and drivability upgrades. From silky smooth drivability upgrades to fully customizable record-breaking race applications, TVS DSG software covers it all!
TVS DSG software always focuses on the overall driving experience. Therefore our goal is always to increase the gearbox capacity and performance to the maximum without sacrificing reliability or drivability.
DSG TRANSMISSION MODELS
There are several DSG models available on the market. Select one of the models below to read more about services and products TVS Engineering offers or specific common problems and fault codes.
Gearbox options
For all VAG DSG models we have unique tuning options available per stage.
- Your gearbox
- DQ200
- DQ250
- DQ380 / 381
- DQ500
- DL382
- DL501
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DQ200 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Improved Clutch Control | ||||||
| Vibration bump reduction |
| DQ200 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DQ200 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | Stock | 280 Nm | 350 Nm | 350 Nm | 400 Nm | *500 Nm |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure | - | |||||
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DQ200 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch control activation (Limited availability!) | ||||||
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DQ200 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DQ250 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized Cruise Control Program |
| DQ250 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DQ250 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | 410 Nm | 500 Nm | 500 Nm | 600 Nm | 750 Nm | |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure [bar] | - | 15-16 | 15-16 | 18-19 | 18-19 | |
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DQ250 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DQ250 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DQ380 / 381 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized Cruise Control Program |
| DQ380 / 381 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DQ380 / 381 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | Stock | 500 Nm | 600 Nm | 600 Nm | 700 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure [bar] | - | 15-16 | 15-16 | 18-19 | 18-19 | |
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DQ380 / 381 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DQ380 / 381 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DQ500 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized Cruise Control Program |
| DQ500 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DQ500 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | Stock | 600 Nm | 700 Nm | 700 Nm | 800 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure [bar] | - | - | 14-15 | 14-15 | 18-19 | 18-19 |
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DQ500 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DQ500 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DL382 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized Cruise Control Program |
| DL382 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DL382 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | Stock | 450 | 500 | 500 | 600 | 750 |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure [bar] | - | 21-22 | 21-22 | 22+ | 22+ | |
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DL382 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DL382 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
- Improved Drivability
Unique shifting strategies matching the engine for ultra smooth up- and downshifting
- Life extender options
Sustainable software solutions for extended gearbox lifetime
- Performance options
Various necessary software modifications for fastest performance during acceleration and up- and downshifting while keeping drivability smooth. Perfectly matching shifting strategies for any engine and gearbox combination.
- Launch Control
Launch control activation and/or enhancement included user definable launch settings
- Additional options
Other optional features available for certain models
| DL501 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimized D Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized S Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized M Shift Program | ||||||
| Optimized Cruise Control Program |
| DL501 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Gear de- or reactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Improved clutch cooling | ||||||
| Improved thermomanagment |
| DL501 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum gearbox torque [Nm] | Stock | 600 Nm | 700 Nm | 700 Nm | 800 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Increased maximum clutch pressure [bar] | - | 14-15 | 14-15 | 18-19 | 18-19 | |
| Necessary torque limiters raised | ||||||
| Improved up- and downshifting speed (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved shifting paddles response | ||||||
| Improved take off (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Improved torque reduction during shifting (D+S+M mode) | ||||||
| Customized upshift RPM setpoints up to 8000 rpm | ||||||
| Customized downshift RPM setpoints | ||||||
| Automatic upshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Automatic downshift deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Kick-down deactivation (optional) | ||||||
| Race mode without torque reduction (optional) | ||||||
| Special race clutch characteristics calibration | ||||||
| Special anti judder take-off functionality |
| DL501 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved LC response time for quicker launches | ||||||
| Multi-step LC RPM limits | ||||||
| Different LC modes for D/S/M mode | ||||||
| LC with ESP ON activation | ||||||
| Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound") |
| DL501 options | Drivability | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 2+ | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation | ||||||
| Reduced engine braking | ||||||
| Coasting disabling |
Optimized D + S + M Shift Program
Improved unique shifting strategies matching your engine characteristic for ultra smooth up- and downshifting.
1st gear de- or reactivation
The main goal to reactivate the first gear is to reduce clutch slip resulting in less heat generation and clutch wear. For wet clutch applications shifting sooner to second gear might solve drivability issues. TVS always uses the best strategy for every application!
Improved clutch cooling
Clutch cooling is improved by increasing the oil flow. This will reduce the possibility of clutch overheating and material deformation.
Improved thermomanagement
Improved thermomanagement will ensure that the transmission is always operating in the correct temperature range and warns the driver in case the DSG reaches critical temperatures.
Torque limiters raised
Torque limiters need to be raised to utilize maximum potential performance of tuned engines. This also ensures the TCU can operate correctly at higher torque levels and calculations are not limited.
Increased maximum clutch pressure
Within normal operation range and under steady conditions, clutch oil pressures can be assumed proportional to clutch torque handlings. So to handle more torque, more pressure is needed!
Improved shifting speeds
Ultra fast gear shifts in all DSG modes. Smooth on low load, ultra fast on high load!
Improved shifting paddles response
Improved steering wheel paddles response. Smooth on low load, ultra fast on high load!
Improved upshifting speed
Ultra fast upshifts in all DSG modes. Smooth on low load, ultra fast on high load!
Improved downshifting speed
Ultra fast downshifts in all DSG modes. Smooth on low load, ultra fast on high load!
Improved take-off
Improved take-off control calibrations resulting in smooth take-offs without factory bumps or drivability issues.
Improved torque reduction
DSG torque reductions are mainly used to synchronize both clutches after shifting, therefore perfect timing is key for ultra fast and smooth shifting!
Customized upshift RPM setpoints
Perfectly matching upshift speeds based on engine characteristics and customer wishes.
Customized downshift RPM setpoints
Perfectly matching downshift speeds based on engine characteristics and customer wishes.
Auto up- and downshift deactivation in Manual
Gain full control over your vehicle in Manual (M) mode. No more unwanted automatic upshifts or unwanted automatic downshifts and "kickdown" in Manual.
Race mode without torque reduction
Unique racing mode without torque reduction during shifting. All available power will be used for acceleration and no power will be interrupted during shifting which helps to shave off the last tens of a seconds! (*Increased vehicle wear, only recommended for racing applications).
Improved LC response time for quicker launches
Quicker launch times due to reduced take off delay. More responsive launches after releasing the brake pedal without any more factory delays.
Multi-step LC RPM limits
Accelerator pedal dependent launch modes which allow the driver to adjust LC RPM, clutch engagement and power to match any situation and conditions.
LC with ESP ON activation
Launch control with ESP ON enabled. Especially for vehicles with FWD or traction issues ESP often helps to improve launch times.
Boost on Launch mode (included "rally sound")
Special anti-lag Launch mode for quickest possible launches and a true motorsport experience. Racing applications only.
Special race clutch characteristics calibration
Perfectly matched race clutch characteristics calibrations to ensure the perfect balance between performance and drivability!
Gear Display Indicator (MFA) activation
Enabling MFA gear indication in any driving mode.
Reduced engine braking
Reduced aggressive and harsh downshifting due excessive engine braking without sacrificing responsiveness.
Coasting disabling
Factory coasting can be enabled or disabled for basically any DSG application.
DSG Stage Explanation
Nowadays TVS Engineering offers a full range of DSG software products and is able to offer suitable software solutions for every VAG application. Ranging from drivability and life extender upgrades to fully customizable performance tunes with unique features. TVS DSG software solutions are divided into five categories to support the whole vehicle range: from drivability upgrades for stock vehicles up to Stage 4 tunes for high performance vehicles and motorsport applications.
- Drivability
- Stage I
- Stage II
- Stage II+
- Stage III
- Stage IV
TVS Drivability & Life extender software is a recommendable upgrade for almost all VAG DSG transmissions. These days shifting strategies are mainly focused on lowering emissions and fuel consumption which has often an adverse effect on the drivability, durability and reliability of your DSG gearbox. In addition there are a lot of known DSG drivability and durability issues from factory which could be solved with TVS Drivability & Life extender software!
- Stock (non-tuned) vehicles
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance features
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
TVS DSG Stage I software is a low budget solution which only includes raising necessary torque limiters and is especially suitable for really mild tuned vehicles. For most tuned vehicles additional software modifications are needed to achieve sufficient clutch pressures and/or unlock the vehicles full potential!
- Mild tuned vehicles
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance features
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
TVS DSG Stage II software is the first real step into increasing your gearbox performance! It consists of various necessary software modifications for tuned vehicles improving your vehicle’s performance during launching, acceleration and up- and downshifting! This tune mainly focuses on performance, drivability & life-extender features are NOT included!
- Mild and strong tuned vehicles
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance options
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
TVS DSG Stage II+ software is the best priced all-in-one package for your DSG transmission! It does include all drivability & life extender features, necessary performance modifications for tuned vehicles and additional options as well!
- Mild and strong tuned vehicles
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance options
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
TVS DSG Stage III software is characterized as the strongest DSG software available on the market and especially suitable for high performance applications. Due to unique software modifications extremely high clutch pressures are achieved resulting in unprecedented high stock clutch torque capacities! In addition perfect drivability, durability and reliability will still maintain.
- Strong tuned vehicles
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance options
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
TVS DSG Stage IV are custom made software solutions for TVS or aftermarket DSG (race) hardware like upgrade race clutches and gearbox conversions. This Stage will include all Stage III features along with custom unique features as racing clutch calibrations, custom gearset calibrations, unique racing features and conversion solutions. We always recommend the use of TVS DSG performance hardware, so TVS can assure accurate characteristic calibrations resulting in perfectly matching hardware and software!
- Strong tuned (race) applications
- Engine & Gearbox diagnostics
- Improved drivability
- Extended gearbox lifetime
- Increased gearbox performance
- Unique performance options
- Special (TVS) race clutch calibrations
- Additional options
Find your solution
Use the vehicle selector to discover which services and products TVS offers for your vehicle!
- Engine software / chiptuning
- Gearbox (DSG) software
- Performance hardware upgrades
- Repairs and services
- Premium replacement parts
Tuned vehicles
Most tuning companies still claim that DSG software upgrades are not needed for tuned vehicles. Often tricks are being used to disable DSG torque intervention commands or engine torque calculations are manipulated to stay within factory margins and avoid DSG torque limitations. All these types of incorrect ECU adjustments along with stock DSG software will in almost any case result in:
- Excessive clutch wear
- Shifting problems
- Potential performance loss
- Gearbox breakdown (eventually)
The explanation is simple: the functioning of the DSG transmission strongly depends on real-time engine running parameters received through the CAN bus. Without receiving correct data from the engine, the transmission control unit (TCU) initial calculations will be incorrect (or limited) resulting in serious problems.
Initially no issues might be noticed, but after a period of learning incorrect adaption values and increased wear (due to increased slip) the clutch will breakdown. Besides all the risks of excessive wear and breakdown, the DSG needs to be reprogrammed to perfectly match the new engine characteristics. In other words matching shifting strategies, modified shifting speeds and increased torque capacity and oil pressures will be needed to fully utilize the vehicles performance potential!
So YES, after tuning an engine, the DSG software have to be reprogrammed as well!
Stock vehicles
Many stock VAG equipped DSG vehicles suffer from factory drivability issues. Extremely poor shifting strategies which don’t match stock engine characteristics properly resulting in too early shifting at low load and too late shifting at high load. Other examples are:
- Irresponsive shifting strategies
- Vibrations
- Hesitations
- Slow shifting responses
- Unsmooth take-off
TVS DSG software upgrades are certainly not only needed for tuned vehicles. Basically all VAG DSG transmissions will strongly benefit from a TVS Drivability upgrade which truly transforms the performance of a vehicle and even massively increases the drivetrain lifespan due reduced flywheel, clutch and gearbox wear! Certain models need special attention, some of them are listed below:
- All VAG DQ200 transmissions
- DQ250 TDI CR, R32, R36 transmissions
- DQ500 T5/T6 2.0 TDI
- DL382, DL501 2.0 TDI
- DQ380, DQ381 2.0 TDI & TSI
So YES, also stock vehicles will benefit hugely from TVS DSG software. Don’t wait until problems start occurring, but upgrade your DSG software as soon as possible to eliminate excessive wear and massively reduce the risk of failure.
Full re-programming
TVS always offers full software solutions instead of only modifying some basic DSG calibrations. Besides optimizing, rescaling and adjusting hundreds of maps and variables, based on our over 15 years of DSG experience and knowledge, TVS adds or modifies TCU routines to unlock the TCU’s full potential. This cannot be compared to TCU software updates from the manufacturer or other aftermarket brands.
TVS DSG software upgrades are unique and one of a kind products which can be easily recognized by TVS unique boxcodes and initials within the software identification info. Factory calibrations are always stored in our database and can be restored at any stage.
DSG software pricing
These prices are valid for TVS Engineering/DSG Dokter in the Netherlands. Contact your local Dealer for the prices in your region.
- DQ200
- DQ250
- DQ380/381
- DQ400
- DQ500
- DL382
- DL501
| 2003-2008 | 2009-2013 | 2013+ | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DQ200 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | Stock | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | ||
| Stage I | 280 Nm | - | - | € 205.79 | € 249.01 | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 |
| Stage II | 350 Nm | - | - | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 |
| Stage II+ | 350 Nm | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | ||
| Stage III | 400 Nm | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | ||
| 2003-2008 | 2009-2013 | 2013+ | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DQ250 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | Stock | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | ||
| Stage I | 410 Nm | - | - | € 205.79 | € 249.01 | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 |
| Stage II | 500 Nm | - | - | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 |
| Stage II+ | 500 Nm | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | ||
| Stage III | 600 Nm | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | ||
| Stage IV | 750 Nm | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | ||
| 2015+ | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DQ380/381 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | Stock | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | ||
| Stage I | 500 Nm | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 |
| Stage II | 600 Nm | - | - | € 495.04 | € 599.00 |
| Stage II+ | 600 Nm | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | ||
| Stage III | 700 Nm | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | ||
| Stage IV | 850 Nm | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | ||
| 2015+ | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DQ400 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | Stock | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | ||
| Stage I | 410 Nm | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 |
| Stage II | 500 Nm | - | - | € 495.04 | € 599.00 |
| Stage II+ | 500 Nm | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | ||
| Stage III | 580 Nm | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | ||
| 2009 - 2014 | 2015+ | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DQ500 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |||
| Stage I | - | - | € 247.11 | € 299.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | |
| Stage II | - | - | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |
| Stage II+ | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | |||
| Stage III | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | |||
| Stage IV | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | € 825.62 | € 999.00 | |||
| Drivability upgrade (RS MODELS) | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |||
| Stage I (RS MODELS) | - | - | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | |
| Stage II (RS MODELS) | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | |
| Stage II+ (RS MODELS) | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | |||
| Stage III (RS MODELS) | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | |||
| Stage IV (RS MODELS) | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | |||
| 2015+ | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL382 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability upgrade | Stock | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | ||
| Stage I | 410 Nm | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 |
| Stage II | 500 Nm | - | - | € 495.04 | € 599.00 |
| Stage II+ | 500 Nm | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | ||
| Stage III | 600 Nm | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | ||
| 2009-2013 | 2013+ | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL501 pricing | Max. Torque | Drive abi.. | Life ext.. | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX | Exc. TAX | 21% TAX |
| Drivability | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |||
| Stage I | - | - | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |
| Stage II | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | |
| Stage II+ | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | |||
| Stage III | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | |||
| Stage IV | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | |||
| Drivability (S/RS MODELS | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |||
| Stage I (S/RS MODELS | - | - | € 329.75 | € 399.00 | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | |
| Stage II (S/RS MODELS | - | - | € 412.40 | € 499.00 | € 495.04 | € 599.00 | |
| Stage II+ (S/RS MODELS | € 577.69 | € 699.00 | € 660.33 | € 799.00 | |||
| Stage III (S/RS MODELS | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | € 1032.23 | € 1,249.00 | |||
| Stage IV (S/RS MODELS | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | € 1238.84 | € 1,499.00 | |||