RacingLine PCM Box MK8 R 8Y S3

PCM is RacingLine’s new tuning solution suitable for the latest generation (post 2020) MQB ‘evo’ cars. It covers 2.0 TSI engines, including Golf mk8 GTI, Golf mk8 R, Audi S3 8Y, Cupra Leon, Octavia vRS plus many others, also the 2.0 TDI engines in the MQB ‘evo’ cars, and most recently the Audi RS3 8Y with 2.5 TFSI Evo.
PCM stands for ‘Power Control Module’ and is our way of adding more power and torque to your MQB EVO car, improving drivability and overall enjoyment out of the newest chassis from VAG.
Although some of these cars can now be calibrated using traditional methods by anyone in the tuning industry, there are many that cannot – meaning that RacingLine’s PCM controller represents a leap forward for these MQB ‘evo’ cars. Power gains of 30-50hp versus the factory outputs have been dyno-proven again and again, with the opportunity for even greater gains if you pair your PCM with RacingLine’s hardware range for the new ‘evo’ platform.
12 months of detailed development and testing in all environments has gone into PCM. It’s easily installed, and removable without trace at any time. As we have developed PCM only for these MQB ‘evo’ cars, the fitting & installation kit has been designed specifically for these cars with the usual RacingLine attention to detail, rather than a generic kit that is held in place with tie-wraps and coiled-up lengths of wiring!
The PCM itself is housed in a stunning billet aluminium case, finned to ensure effective cooling plus a beautiful carbon fibre mounting bracket to locate it securely on top of the battery. The full install kit includes a wiring loom made to the perfect length for the MQB ‘evo’ cars.

Any RacingLine Dealer in Australia can supply your PCM unit.
It’s very important to understand that if you ever want to claim your free upgrade to an OEM+ calibration in future, it is essential that you purchase your PCM from one of our OEM+ Approved Software Dealers. Only they will be able to flash your car with its new software, whenever you are ready, and you will have to be able to take your car to them for this install.
So, whilst non-OEM+ dealers can easily supply your PCM unit, they will not be able to activate any future upgrades for you. As long as you are happy with that, there’s no problem sourcing your PCM anywhere!
OEM+ Approved Software Dealers can be found via our link below:
Find a Distributor
With our Dealer Network’s extensive knowledge, they will be happy to support and advise you on anything PCM and hardware related.

PCM has been carefully, and exclusively developed for the latest MQB ‘evo’ platform cars. We offer PCM solutions for the 2.0 TSI EA888 gen4 petrol engine, and now, the 2.0 TDI EA288 evo Diesel engines and now the 2.5 TFSI evo engine as used in the Audi RS3.
For each engine type, there are different engine configurations to select your PCM for:

• 2.0 TSI Petrol Engines: the lower output 245PS engine (with either gen.4 Garrett turbo or gen.3 IS20 turbo), plus the higher output 300-320PS version.
• 2.5 TFSI Petrol Engines: two PCM versions, depending on whether the car has OPF/GPF systems or not.
• Diesel Engines: choose between the 200ps, 150ps or 115ps versions.
• 4.0 TFSI Petrol V8TT

It’s essential to choose the right PCM for your engine. If unsure, please contact us for confirmation.
PCM does not work on any other car or engine types.

PCM has a simple installation, provided you have basic mechanical knowledge and tools available.
The PCM unit mounts above the battery using the supplied carbon fibre bracket and hardware. The wiring loom plugs into factory sensors located at the top of the engine.
For peace of mind, your local RacingLine OEM+ dealer can also install PCM for you (labour charges apply).
PCM is completely removable, with no changes required to factory hardware or software. A blanking unit is included to disable PCM calibration without removing hardware.

Yes. Please register the serial number of your PCM at the link below.
Register
Registration activates your PCM’s warranty and upgrade path. Failure to register may invalidate your warranty and eligibility for free future upgrades.
If you provide contact details, we can notify you when OEM+ calibrations become available.

Yes. PCM is fully removable, with no changes needed to the car’s original hardware or software.
The included blanking unit allows you to disable the PCM calibration via the wiring loom, without uninstalling any hardware.

Yes. PCM was designed with RacingLine performance hardware in mind.
It works great on a stock car, but it will adapt to upgrades like the RacingLine High-Flow Turbo Inlet System and R600 EVO Intake — increasing power by ~15HP in testing.
It also works with other-brand hardware, as long as it’s high quality.

Any tuning modification can potentially affect your manufacturer’s engine and powertrain warranty.
If the dealer sees the PCM installed, they may reject warranty claims on the engine or drivetrain.
However, PCM is fully removable and leaves minimal trace. Nonetheless, it is installed at the customer’s own risk.

PCM users are entitled to a free ECU upgrade to OEM+ Stage 1 (and beyond) when available, if purchased from an OEM+ Approved Software Dealer.
Only these dealers can flash your ECU. Other RacingLine dealers cannot install the software upgrade.
The ECU on the 2.0 TSI can be tuned now, but the 2.0 TDI and 2.5 TFSI still cannot.
This offer is only valid to original purchasers, and your car must go to the supplying dealer for the install. Proof of sale is required.
*Installation charges may apply.

If you cannot get to an OEM+ Approved Software Dealer, you will need to purchase a PDM

PCM is designed to work only with the factory ECU calibration.
We strongly advise against combining PCM with an aftermarket tuned ECU, as this could exceed safe tested engine limits.
Results are not guaranteed if PCM is used on top of an existing tune.

PCM is compatible with a wide range of fuel grades, just like OEM calibration.
However, for maximum performance and long-term engine health, a premium octane fuel is recommended.