Kernowsport Diagnostics & Tuning – Viezu-Approved Mobile ECU Remapping Services in Hayle, Cornwall

Unique VW Transporter camper conversion parked in Calstock during KernowSport visit.

Unique VW Transporter Camper Tuned in Calstock – Remap & Electrical Repairs

Our first job of the day took us on a scenic drive up to Calstock, near Plymouth, to visit our friend and repeat customer, Julian. We’ve previously tuned his Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Sprinter, and this time he invited us back to take a look at his latest pride and joy—a very special VW Transporter camper conversion. A Transporter Like No Other We expected a standard T5 conversion, but when we arrived, we were met with something far more unique. This vehicle began life as a 2007 2.5TD VW T5 chassis cab, later lengthened and fitted with a substantial custom camper rear end. This wasn’t your average conversion—it included everything from extended living space to a full stand-up shower. It offered the practicality and reliability of a Transporter, with the comfort normally reserved for much larger motorhomes. A proper one-off. Stage 1 Remap & Electrical Fixes Julian asked us for a Stage 1 remap to improve drivability, torque and fuel response—essential for a camper carrying additional weight. While we were there, we also diagnosed and fixed several electrical issues, ensuring all systems worked reliably for future road trips. By the time we finished, this beautifully engineered camper was: Another happy

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Nissan Navara back on the road after AdBlue repair by KernowSport.

Nissan Navara AdBlue Repair in Longrock – Another 4×4 Back on the Road

At KernowSport, we get to work on all sorts of rugged 4x4s—Ford Rangers, VW Amaroks, Subarus and plenty more. Although we don’t see quite as many Nissan Navaras, we’re always keen to help Cornwall’s pickup owners keep their vehicles performing at their best. Recently, a customer in Longrock contacted us with an AdBlue countdown warning on his Nissan Navara. With the vehicle at risk of going into limp mode, he needed a quick and reliable fix. Despite the onset of a proper Cornish winter—bleddy freezing, rain sideways!— we grabbed a warm coat, fired up the diesel heater in our trusty mobile workshop (the faithful Ducato), and headed out to get the job done. A Fast, Effective Navara AdBlue Solution This AdBlue fault turned out to be one of the quicker ones. Within an hour, we had the Navara diagnosed, reset, and back on the road without countdown warnings or AdBlue performance issues. Whether it’s AdBlue faults, DPF problems, ECU diagnostics, or general 4×4 performance checks, our mobile service covers Longrock, Penzance, Hayle, St Ives, Helston, Redruth, and beyond. Why Cornwall 4×4 Owners Choose KernowSport If your 4×4 is showing warning lights, countdown notices, or performance loss, don’t put it off—early

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Kernowsport mobile ECU tuning service reaching rural locations in Cornwall.

Ford Transit Custom AdBlue & DPF Delete in Troon, Camborne

Our second job of the day was another Ford — this time a 2017 Transit Custom Diesel. These vans are among the most popular we see at Kernowsport, and while some are a pleasure to work on, others can be a real challenge depending on the year! The pre-2019 Transit Customs are relatively quick and simple to remap and tune. The post-2019 models, however, are a different story — their ECUs are locked by the manufacturer, meaning they often have to be removed and sent to Magic Motorsport in Europe for unlocking before we can begin any work. Thankfully, this 2017 example fell into the easy category. In fact, it turned out to be one of the fastest AdBlue and DPF delete jobs we’ve ever done, taking less than 20 minutes from start to finish — a new Kernowsport record! 🔧 The Job – AdBlue and DPF Delete This Ford Transit Custom belonged to a local customer from Troon near Camborne, whose trusted garage had recommended us after working with Kernowsport several times before. The van was suffering from AdBlue and DPF faults, causing warnings and reduced performance. The plan was for the garage to physically remove the DPF, while

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Ford Transit Connect 1.5D at Kernowsport in Redruth Cornwall for AdBlue and DPF repair.

Ford Transit Connect AdBlue & DPF Fix in Redruth

We seem to be seeing a lot of Ford Transit Connects lately at Kernowsport, most fitted with the 1.5D engine — and most suffering from the same two culprits: AdBlue and DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) issues. This particular van was a local tradesman’s workhorse from Redruth, brought in after ongoing warning lights made it difficult to keep on the road. In fact, we’ve had so many of these recently that even a main dealer sent one our way (we’ll be polite and not name names!). 🚐 Common Problems with the Ford Transit Connect 1.5D It’s no secret that 2018–2020 Ford vans — especially the Transit Connect, Transit Custom, and Transit Courier — are prone to AdBlue system faults and DPF blockages. These issues can lead to: When combined, they can quickly take a reliable work van off the road — which is never ideal when it’s your livelihood. At Kernowsport, we offer DPF cleaning, AdBlue delete, and ECU remapping to fix these problems at the source.👉 Learn more about how we do this on our AdBlue Delete page and DPF Delete & Cleaning service. ⚙️ The Redruth Van Fix – ECU Access Challenges Ford didn’t make life easy for us

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Vauxhall Combo 1.5D AdBlue no-start fix in Penryn by Kernowsport Cornwall.

Vauxhall Combo AdBlue No-Start Fixed in Penryn

Another day, another Stellantis-based van with an AdBlue issue — one of the most common problems we see here at Kernowsport. This Vauxhall Combo 1.5D from Penryn came to us with the dreaded AdBlue no-start warning, something we’ve seen dozens of times before. The same problem affects a whole family of vans built under the Stellantis group, including the Peugeot Partner, Citroen Berlingo, and Fiat Doblo — all sharing the same Renault-derived 1.5D engine and ECU platform. 🔧 Common Stellantis AdBlue Issues The AdBlue systems on these vehicles are notoriously unreliable. Owners often experience: Even when the AdBlue tank is full, the car can still go into no-start mode, leaving drivers stranded. At Kernowsport, we specialise in resolving these problems properly — at the ECU level — ensuring the fix is permanent and not just a temporary reset. You can learn more about how we do this on our AdBlue Delete & Repairs page. 🛠️ The Penryn Combo Fix This particular 2019 Vauxhall Combo had been problematic for months, throwing up repeated AdBlue warnings before finally refusing to start altogether. We’ve done so many of these that we could probably remove the ECU blindfolded! Thankfully, it’s one of the easier

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Jaguar XE Diesel AdBlue no-start fixed in Launceston by Kernowsport Cornwall.

Jaguar XE AdBlue No-Start Fixed in Launceston

At Kernowsport, we often get calls for help — especially when customers are facing urgent AdBlue issues. Whether it’s a countdown warning or a complete no-start problem, these faults can bring life to a standstill, especially for people who rely on their cars for work, school runs, and daily errands. This weekend’s job was exactly one of those cases. Late on Saturday night, we received a call from a worried Jaguar XE owner in Launceston, whose car displayed a dreaded “46 miles until no-start” message. With a long commute to Davidstow for work and no backup vehicle, the situation was urgent. 🔧 Emergency AdBlue Fix in Launceston By Sunday morning, we were on the road — a 160-mile round trip from our base in Hayle — ready to get this customer back on track. Launceston is one of Cornwall’s more isolated towns, and without a working car, getting to work or running errands becomes nearly impossible. That’s where our mobile AdBlue repair service comes in — we bring the workshop to you. We’ve worked on plenty of Jaguar AdBlue systems, and they’re usually straightforward to fix. But this Jaguar XE Diesel decided to keep us on our toes. The ECU

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Audi A4 Avant in Redruth at Kernowsport Cornwall for DPF delete and remap.

Audi A4 Avant DPF Delete & Stage 1 Remap in Redruth

Our second job of the day was a great local one — a 2.0 Audi A4 Avant from Redruth, brought in to Kernowsport for a DPF delete and Stage 1 performance remap. The owner had been experiencing intermittent engine management lights, with fault codes indicating injector and glow plug problems. However, these weren’t the true cause — the real issue was excessive back pressure from a blocked DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter). This is a common issue we see on a lot of vehicles: the sensors detect pressure problems caused by a blocked filter and wrongly assume a hardware fault. Once the DPF is cleared or deleted and the pressure normalised, these “false” injector or glow plug errors usually disappear entirely. ⚙️ DPF Delete & Power Boost After diagnosing the issue, we carried out a DPF delete and reprogrammed the ECU to safely remove the system from the vehicle’s software. With the blockage removed, we took the opportunity to give the car a Stage 1 performance remap. The results were impressive — the power increased from 140bhp to just under 200bhp, giving the car a smoother, stronger drive and noticeably better throttle response. If you’re curious about what kind of gains

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Mercedes C200 D after DPF and EGR fault fix at Kernowsport near Redruth Cornwall.

Mercedes C200 DPF & EGR Fault Fix in Truro

Every now and then, we get a call from a customer who’s had work done elsewhere — but their vehicle still isn’t quite right. This time, it was a Mercedes C200 D from Truro, which had already been to another garage for a DPF delete and EGR delete. Despite the previous work, it was still showing an engine management light (EML) and multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). At Kernowsport, we pride ourselves on not just tuning vehicles — but diagnosing them properly. 🔧 Advanced Diagnostics and Code Correction When the Mercedes arrived, our first step was to run a full scan using our Autel diagnostic system, which allows us to see every stored and pending fault code in the ECU. It didn’t take long to discover that the previous garage had missed some key steps in properly coding out the DPF and EGR systems. This meant the ECU was still detecting those components as missing and triggering the check engine light. Fortunately, with our professional-grade ECU software, we were able to: Within an hour, the Mercedes was back to running cleanly, fault-free, and performing just as it should. If you’re having similar problems after work done elsewhere, we can help.

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Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 after ECU remap and pops and bangs tune at Kernowsport Cornwall.

Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 Remap in Hayle – Pops, Bangs & 430BHP

The first job of Saturday morning was something truly special — a Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 that rolled into Hayle for a bit of Kernowsport tuning magic. This car is a rare sight on Cornish roads — not only because of its American muscle heritage but also because it’s one of the few right-hand-drive Mustangs in the UK. With almost 500BHP from the factory, the 5.0-litre V8 already makes its presence known — but there’s always room for improvement. ⚙️ Custom ECU Remap for the Mustang V8 The owner wanted to fine-tune performance and add some personality to the exhaust note, so we set about creating a custom ECU remap tailored to the vehicle’s setup. The remap took the Mustang from its stock configuration down to 430BHP, but that’s not the full story — the pops and bangs tune was the highlight, perfectly matched with its aftermarket exhaust system. The end result? A sharper throttle response, improved drivability, and that unmistakable burble and crackle that every Mustang owner dreams of. You can learn more about how we optimise cars like this on our Performance Tuning page. 🔊 That Signature Sound Hearing this Mustang start up after the tune was pure

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Stage 1 ECU remap in progress on VW Crafter at Kernowsport workshop.

VW Crafter Camper Van DPF Fix, AdBlue & Stage 1 Remap in Cornwall

Our first customer of the day was Chris, who made the trip all the way from Bude to visit us at Kernowsport with his immaculate 2017 VW Crafter camper conversion. We see a lot of Volkswagens across Cornwall — from Caddys to Transporters — but this Crafter really stood out. With just 30,000 miles on the clock, it was in near-perfect condition. Unfortunately, like many low-mileage vans, it was suffering from some DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) issues, which are all too common on vehicles that spend more time cruising locally than doing longer regeneration runs. ⚙️ Diagnosing and Fixing the DPF Issue At Kernowsport, we have a comprehensive set of diagnostic tools that allow us to accurately identify and resolve DPF problems.For Chris’s Crafter, the issue was clear — the DPF wasn’t regenerating properly, causing power loss and excessive warning lights. We carried out a DPF clean and software correction to restore full exhaust flow and prevent future blockages. If your Crafter or Transporter is suffering from similar issues, learn more about our: 💪 Extra Power for Cornish Hills – Stage 1 Remap Chris also decided to make the most of his visit by opting for a Stage 1 performance

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Helicopter delivery of Vauxhall Corsa ECU to Kernowsport in Penzance for DPF delete.

Vauxhall Corsa DPF Delete from the Isles of Scilly – Same Day Service!

It’s not every day we get to work on a vehicle from the Isles of Scilly, but at Kernowsport, we’re always up for a challenge — and this one definitely made our week a little more exciting! Today’s job was a DPF delete on a Vauxhall Corsa, belonging to a customer based on the beautiful island of St Mary’s. While we’d love to say we made the trip ourselves, the job took a slightly more creative route… ✈️ ECU Delivery by Helicopter The customer carefully removed the ECU (Engine Control Unit) from their Corsa and arranged for a friend at St Mary’s Airport to hand it to the helicopter crew heading to Penzance Heliport. When the flight touched down, the crew handed it straight to us — probably one of the most unique ECU handovers we’ve ever had! Back at the Kernowsport workshop, we used our Magic Motorsport Flex equipment to perform a bench-mode DPF delete, safely removing the faulty filter system from the vehicle’s software. Less than two hours later, we had the ECU remapped, cleaned, and back on its way to St Mary’s on the next flight out — completing a full same-day turnaround between Cornwall and the

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Audi A4 1.4 TFSI remap in Porthleven by Kernowsport achieving 230BHP.

Audi A4 1.4 TFSI Remap in Porthleven – Big Power from a Small Engine

It’s not often we’re left saying “wow” at Kernowsport, but this Audi A4 1.4 TFSI remap in Porthleven was one of those moments. Our customer from The Lizard had literally just picked up his new Audi A4 — and instead of heading home, drove half a mile down the road to meet us at Origin Coffee for a performance remap. That level of enthusiasm isn’t unusual for us — plenty of our customers have “ECU remap” on their to-do list right after buying a car — but what came next really surprised us. 🚗 Incredible Results from Audi’s 1.4 TFSI Engine We already knew that the 1.4 TFSI engine in the Audi A4 is a well-balanced unit. From the factory, it delivers a respectable 147BHP, and given its small capacity, we didn’t expect to see much more. But after applying our custom Stage 1 remap, we were shocked by the results: 💥 230BHP — from a 1.4-litre engine! That’s an incredible increase and well into the territory of Audi’s 2.0-litre models. The customer was blown away by the difference in throttle response, torque delivery, and mid-range acceleration — and we were just as impressed. We put the performance gain down

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