Can Flashing a Tune Pass Vehicle Inspection?

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Flashing a tune can pass vehicle inspection if it's only a Stage 1 tune, which means only modifying the ECU data without altering the original state of hardware such as the exhaust system or catalytic converter. In this case, there should be no issues with passing the inspection. For a Stage 2 tune, it may still pass inspection by using a high-flow catalytic converter. However, a Stage 3 tune will definitely fail the inspection. Flashing a tune, also known as ECU flashing, ECU upgrade, vehicle computer upgrade, or ECU modification, works by rewriting the program to fine-tune the fuel injection quantity and ignition timing based on the original factory data. The purpose is to optimize parameter settings to increase horsepower output, enhance torque, or reduce fuel consumption.