This Audi TT 2.0 TDI was a last-minute, urgent call-out, after the owner had physically removed the DPF—but didn’t realise that the ECU software also needs to be updated. Without the software delete, the car immediately dropped into limp mode, making it barely driveable.
Fortunately for the owner, this job turned out to be right on our doorstep in Angarrack near Hayle, just minutes from Kernowsport HQ.
Physical DPF Removal Isn’t Enough
This is a common scenario we see across VW and Audi diesel models:
- DPF physically removed
- ECU software still expects it to be present
- Result: fault codes, limp mode, reduced power
Once we connected, it was clear this Audi needed a proper ECU DPF delete, followed by recalibration to restore normal operation.
You can learn more about this service on our DPF Delete page.
A Rare Diesel Audi TT
We’ve remapped plenty of Audi TTs over the years, from entry-level petrol models right up to the V6 variants, but this was the first diesel TT we’ve worked on.
Despite being rare, it shares much of its DNA with other VW Group 2.0 TDI engines, which makes it a straightforward OBD job using our KESS 3 tuning system.
Stage One Remap for Real-World Cornwall Driving
Once the DPF software was correctly removed, we took the opportunity to install a stage one performance remap, transforming how the car drives:
- Limp mode fully resolved
- Stronger mid-range torque
- Improved throttle response
- Much happier pulling up Steamers Hill and Cornish A-roads
From struggling to move, to a properly responsive Audi TT, all in a single visit.
👉 Learn more about ECU Remapping at Kernowsport.
Working on Your Own Car? We’re Happy to Advise
This job is a perfect example of why software matters just as much as hardware. If you’re working on your own vehicle and something doesn’t behave as expected afterwards, it often needs ECU calibration to match the changes.
📞 Advice is always free — if you’re unsure, just give us a call.
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Another job completed, another happy local customer.











