Crackle, Pops & Bangs Remap – Performance Tuning in Melbourne
Unlock Aggressive Exhaust Sounds with a Crackle & Bangs Remap
Looking to add an aggressive edge to your vehicle’s exhaust note? A crackle, pops & bangs remap modifies your car’s ECU to deliver exciting burbles and explosive sounds when you lift off the throttle. This is a popular tuning feature for petrol turbocharged vehicles, enhancing the driving experience with motorsport-inspired exhaust notes.
At Redline Performance Tuning, we specialize in custom ECU remapping for pops & bangs, ensuring optimal performance while maintaining reliability. Our tuning services are tailored to your vehicle, considering factors like engine health, fuel type, and modifications.
What is a Crackle, Pops & Bangs Remap?
A crackle, pops, and bangs remap is an ECU software modification that adjusts ignition timing and fuel delivery to create controlled combustion events in the exhaust system when the driver lifts off the accelerator. The result? Aggressive exhaust notes that mimic high-performance rally and race cars.
This remap works best on turbocharged petrol vehicles and can be customized to different intensity levels, from subtle burbles to loud, aggressive bangs.

Benefits of a Crackle & Bangs Remap
✔ Aggressive Sound: Enhances the driving experience with race-inspired exhaust burbles.
✔ Customizable Intensity: Choose from mild pops to extreme crackles, depending on your preference.
✔ No Hardware Changes Required: Works with stock exhaust systems but sounds even better with sports exhausts or decats.
✔ Safe & Reliable: Professionally tuned to ensure engine health and performance are maintained.
Is a Crackle Map Safe for My Car?
When done correctly, a crackle remap is safe for most vehicles, provided:
✅ The car is well-maintained with no existing mechanical issues.
✅ The tune is applied responsibly, avoiding excessive stress on engine components.
✅ You use high-quality fuel (98 RON recommended).
However, aggressive pop & bang maps can increase wear on catalytic converters and exhaust components over time, especially with extreme tuning. We always advise a professional consultation before applying the remap.
remap process
01
Initial Consultation
We discuss your performance goals and vehicle specifications.
02
Diagnostic Check
We inspect your vehicle to confirm it is suitable for remapping.
03
ECU Read
Read and backup original map data. At this point we send the map data to our engineers to modify based on your expectations.
04
REMAP
We fine-tune your ECU using cutting-edge technology.
05
Road test
We ensure the remap delivers optimal performance and perform final checks and quality assurance.

Vehicles Suitable for Crackle & Bangs Remap
🔹 Turbocharged Petrol Vehicles: Most effective on cars like VW Golf GTI, Audi S3, BMW M models, Ford Focus ST/RS, and Mercedes-AMG.
🔹 Naturally Aspirated Engines: Some NA engines can benefit but may require additional modifications.
🔹 Performance Exhausts: If you have a decat or straight-pipe system, the effect will be even more pronounced.
Why Choose Us ?
We are industry-leading ECU tuning specialists with over 20 years of experience and a proven track record of remapping over 100,000 vehicles.
Here’s why our customers trust us:
✔ Certified & Experienced Technicians – Highly trained professionals with extensive expertise.
✔ State-of-the-Art Tuning Software – Cutting-edge technology for precise tuning.
✔ Custom ECU Remaps – Tailored solutions for maximum performance.
✔ Excellent Customer Service – Dedicated support before, during, and after your remap.
✔ Industry-Leading Warranties – Peace of mind with our warranty coverage.
✔ Competitive Pricing – Affordable tuning solutions without compromising quality.

FAQ – Crackle, Pops & Bangs Remap
Will a crackle remap damage my engine?
When done professionally, a crackle remap is safe. However, aggressive tuning can lead to increased wear on the exhaust system over time.
Does a pop & bang tune affect performance?
The tune itself does not increase horsepower, but it enhances the driving experience with a sportier sound. Performance gains depend on additional modifications.
Will my car pass emissions tests with a crackle remap?
If your car has a stock catalytic converter, it may still pass. However, decats or extreme pops & bangs tunes may cause issues with emissions compliance.
Additional extras available
Depending on the make and model the below options can be included in our remap tuning.
ADBLUE
EGR DELETE
DPF DELETE
DTC REMOVAL
FLAPS DELETE
VMAX OFF
START/STOP OFF
POP & BANG CRACKLE MAP
TURBO ANT LAG
DECAT