IE POWERlink Mobile | Setup & First Flash

Congratulations on purchasing an IE Performance Tune and POWERlink for your Audi, VW, or Porsche. Here is how to connect your Apple or Android phone to the IE POWERLink Mobile app and flash your car for the first time! You'll be enjoying power, thrills, and endless fun with your car in a matter of minutes!
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
-Requires purchase of IE POWERlink OBD2 Flash Cable and IE Tuning Software.
-Mobile tuning is available for all Audi C8, C7, B9, B8, 8V, F3, and VW MK7/MQB platforms.
-Mobile tuning support is unavailable for VW/Audi MK5 or MK6 generation 2.0T or 2.5L (includes 3C, B6, 8P, 8U, and 5N chassis). These engine ECUs require a Windows 10 or newer laptop for tuning.
-Requires IE POWERlink serial numbers beginning in V4 only. The serial number is printed on the back of your POWERlink OBD2 Device. V3 owners can upgrade by simply purchasing a new V4 cable.

[@jonbozak523]

Just made my tune so much easier. I've used a Macbook with Windows Bootcamp installed in the past but it the mobile app makes it so much more seamless. So glad I went with IE for my tune over the other options.

[@travisbrowning1033]

Do I need a computer at all or can I do the full process with my phone?

[@wizardoflonelinesss]

not sure why but the car refuses to turn over after a completed flash of the stage 2 tune and dsg tune. first time i flashed the stage 2 i had to roll the car back in neutral a couple feet and then it turned over and started in neutral. had to repeat the sam process after just now flashing the dsg tune. not sure if this is due to being parked on an incline while flashing but it is definitely something worth looking into

[@Vaguh]

Mobile tuning is amazing!!

[@really_rich8612]

Been waiting for this

[@alejandrosantana3504]

I'm very interested in buying one of these! I just would like to know how the point system works and all the features it has to offer. I see on the website it has reviews and questions for older tunes, but it only show the leading features for the v4. Nonetheless this device looks awesome.

[@IEtuned]

Credits are just how tunes are purchased through our system. $1.00 = 1 Credit. If you purchase a tune (say Stage 1 and $899, for example), the cable will come with 899 credits loaded to purchase and unlock the tune. In the future, if you decide to upgrade to Stage 2 (say it was $999.00) you only pat the difference, so you would buy 100 credits ($100.00) to make up the difference. Once you use your credits to unlock a tune, you own it and all it's features and octanes for that car forever and it will not cost any credits to flash it again.

[@eliseoidk]

What are the ie credits for, I got a stage 2, but if I use stage 1 file will I still have enough credits for the stage 2?

[@IEtuned]

Yes, you will. The credits will let you flash stage 1 and then you'll have enough leftover to upgrade to stage 2.

[@jorgepadron1860]

Do you install the dsg tune after the octane tune, or does installing the octane tune install both of them at the same time?

[@IEtuned]

Which platform? Most tunes are going to be separate, where you will flash the engine tune first, and then the DSG/TCU tune after. The RS6/RS7 platform will flash them both though at the same time.

[@jorgepadron1860]

@@IEtuned The C7.5 S6.

[@IEtuned]

S6/S7 models have a separate tune then. You would flash the engine tune, then in a separate flash, you will flash the transmission tune.

[@MmmM-iq5ee]

if i had an obd-eleven connected and took it of and put on the ie power link and did a tune and take it off the obd and replacing the obd-eleven back will the tune go away?

[@IEtuned]

No it will not. Once the tune is flashed to the ECU, you can remove the Powerlink from the OBDII port and the tune will stay. The tune saves onto the ECU once it is flashed.

[@cffragrance]

Do I need to keep the IE Flash tune device connected to the OBD2 port after my tune is done?

[@IEtuned]

No, you do not. It can be removed once the flash is done.

[@wendytestaburger7795]

This is what i wanted to know​@@IEtuned

[@Formula1-Dave]

So easy? Pioneers in the game 🔥

[@robp8856]

If you don’t have a battery charger, can you hook it up to another car like you’re jump starting it?

[@IEtuned]

Yes, you could if that is your only option.

[@samueleastman4715]

@@IEtuneddoes the other car have to be on and running? Or just connect the two cars with both engines on but not fully started

[@cheesiepuffhandyman12-]

Can you flash the ecu back to stock?

[@demonlix5019]

yes

[@Elixirfix.Nutrition]

Can i tune a European VW Golf mk6 tdi 2.0

[@fnpc-all-4-pain118]

okay so let’s say i buy just the IE POWERlink V4 Tune Cable With Mobile Flashing does it come equipped already with enough credits to purchase stage 1?

[@IEtuned]

It would not. The Powerlink is the tool needed to install the tune. You need to purchase an accommodating tune along with the Powerlink for your car.

[@billysalter8734]

I’ve got this last week and brought it though a company I’ve updated it and logged it to the car but company is having problems putting the credit on to it meant to be sorted out to day and still nothing no credits driving me nuts as want to try this out

[@nedseldomridge2873]

I'm in a 2020 GLI and just installed the trueflex sensor and the hpfp internals. I'm having trouble with flashing the "trueflex install" file. It keeps erroring out on me. I even put my tcu and ecu back to stock and it still won't accept it. Everyone on KZbin that does it looks like they don't even flash the install file. They just go straight to the stage 1 or 2 trueflex high or low torque file? What am i doing wrong here?

[@IEtuned]

Don't flash the TrueFlex install file, you shouldn't need to flash that one. Just flash directly to the stage 1 or stage 2 TrueFlex file that you are wanting to be on. If you continue to have trouble, please reach out to support.

[@moelolol5yt514]

what happens when i do the tune without the battery

[@IEtuned]

You risk the ECU dying which can create flashing issues. If you are flashing between files it's a much quicker process and it won't typically kill the battery. If you are flashing from stock to the tuned file, we recommend a charger.

[@moelolol5yt514]

@@IEtuned thank you

[@anthonysohit7930]

Do you need to plug the cable that it comes with to install the tune or just install through Bluetooth?

[@IEtuned]

The USB C cable is only for connecting to a laptop. If you are using the mobile app, it connects directly through Bluetooth.

[@peytonenterkin7565]

What does the volts need to be at?? I’m trying to tune mine right now and it won’t say

[@IEtuned]

Voltage for the car when flashing? Ideally you want it to stay around 11.5v-12v. Dipping below 11v could issues during the flashing process.

[@nokenel]

So this will work with all cars you guys work with? Say like if I wanted to flash a 3.2 Audi TT. I wouldn't need to buy the specific powerlink for that or could I just use this?

[@garrettkiser2126]

(MK7 Gti DSG) Im on apr stage 2 both ecu and tcu, is this able to flash right over the tune or does it need to go back to stock first ? Thanks!!

[@GotWake11]

Will Audi know if I go back to stock and TD1 it? Some say the flash count increases with a tune and some say good tunes don’t increase it.

[@IEtuned]

It depends. Typically a dealer can tell a car has been tuned regardless, so I would just keep that in the back of your mind. Our tune doesn't increase the flash counter, but again, it's possible a dealer can still tell it was flashed at some point.

[@ling3373]

Im receiving an error code saying engine code not found: DBPA , anyone know how to fix?

[@Charlie7146]

When i try to update the firmware, the light goes red on the powerlink and it doesnt update the firmware, what are some steps to help fix this? Ive tried everything in the book it seems like.

[@IEtuned]

If you're having this issue updating the firmware through the POWERlink Mobile app you can try using a laptop. If you're having this issue on a laptop you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the Flash Wizard software. If neither solution is working, please reach out to our support team, and they will be more than happy to help you out: performancebyie.com/pages/contact

[@sweetandsour6521]

I updated my tool on my computer to the latest version and I’m having trouble getting it to connect to my phone it’s detecting it because it finds the device but it won’t work when I click connect

[@IEtuned]

Hey, this is usually a simple fix. Make sure your Bluetooth is on and your phone system is up to date. Our support team is happy to help. You can reach out to us directly at performancebyie.com/pages/contact

[@sweetandsour6521]

@@IEtuned yup it was my ios even though I though it was on the latest one

[@2525miche]

With the IE Stage 1 tune, can we get the crackle option on audi RS3?

[@IEtuned]

RS3's utilize the stock crackles on all files.

[@user-mh8sc3dz8x]

Wait so do I need this IE powerlink to install the tune or I dont have to buy the 179$ powerlink and just use my computer?

[@Cameron-fv2xc]

You need it either way

[@IEtuned]

You will need the Powerlink device either way. That is how you communicate with the car to flash the tune.

[@bryanmacias4565]

I just bought stage 2 for my Audi s3 it is stock is my first time putting the tune. I don’t need to upgrade IE powerlink mobile v4?

[@IEtuned]

All cables shipping now are already V4 cables with Bluetooth active. :)

[@aaronprice92]

@@IEtuned so if I bought a device last year is it not compatible for Bluetooth?

[@petertravaglini5438]

What kind of battery charger is that? One of the ones that plugs in the wall?

[@IEtuned]

Yes it is!

[@pf4005]

@@IEtuned a trickle charger?

[@IEtuned]

A full battery charger is best, not a tender. It needs to have a 10amp minimum.

[@momoo5843]

No Mk8 gti tune yet? I hope you guys are working on one 😂

[@IEtuned]

We are!

[@BigMotorLover]

How does this work for those who are already stage 2 and want to switch over to the dongle?

[@IEtuned]

Check the serial number on the back of your dongle, if it starts with V4 all you need is to update your Firmware and downlaod the app, find the how-to guide here: ietuned.biz/mobile If you don't own your own dongle or if the serial number starts with V3, all you have to do is purchase a new V4 POWERlink and you'll be all set. (You do not have ot but the tune again, just the dongle).

[@Fade2BlackCF]

Very nice!

[@sweetandsour6521]

Mine isn’t connecting to my phone help !!!

[@Hi-gp3bk]

Did you ever find out the problem or how did you fix it?

[@sweetandsour6521]

@@Hi-gp3bk my apple software wasn’t on the latest version

[@detectivetravis308]

how much for the credit?

[@IEtuned]

For the trade-in credit from V3 to V4?

[@detectivetravis308]

@@IEtuned no like it says add credit, do we have to purchase credits to tune?

[@IEtuned]

Credits are how you flash the car. So when you purchase the tune online on our website, it will load the credits to your Powerlink device. Then when you connect your Powerlink and begin flashing, you will use those credits to install the tune.

[@detectivetravis308]

@@IEtunedoh okay thank you

[@michaelmireku3399]

Stage 2 dual pulley for the 3.0T tfsi has the option for crackle tune. Can that be removed/added via the app too?

[@IEtuned]

Yes it can, you can flash the features, octanes, etc. on the app the same as you could via a laptop.

[@emendez88em]

Will it display the octane grade your currently running especially if your running an Flextune?

[@IEtuned]

It will on our TrueFlex tunes, yes.

[@tommyyuhas5816]

One thing i learned first time i flashed with the app is do not have your phone hooked to your cars wifi. If you are hooked to the wifi it gets to 99 percent then the car shuts off and doesn't take you to the last steps and kicks you out of the app.

[@IEtuned]

Good note, thank you!

[@mazpr2025]

I spent more than 1k between Stage 1, 2 and TCU and Integrated Engineering wanted to charge me $7 for their IE plaque! Free shipping does not qualify because the tunes are not shipped, c'mmon, dont be cheap. Like I am advertising your tune with a sticker on my car window, and after more than 1k you want money to ship me a sticker and a 2" x 2" emblem?!

[@IEtuned]

Did you shoot customer service an email about this? I'm sure we can cover shipping costs for you. Just email us and we can handle it with you.

[@mazpr2025]

@@IEtuned I did not, this should be automatic! During checkout I am purchasing almost a grand on software, which I also have the iE sticker and emblem. When I am going to pay shows $8.00 shipping. So much for an advanced tuning software company, but cannot fix a simple offer free shipping... FAIL!