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b DiabloSport, LLC. Predator Satisfaction Guarantee/ Return Policy Predator Revisions: All DiabloSport products have a guarantee of satisfaction. If in the first 15 days from date of purchase, you are not satisfied with the results the Predator generates in your vehicle, simply restore the factory tune to your vehicle and return the Predator to the selling dealer, and pending examination of the tool by DiabloSport, you will receive a refund from your selling dealer.
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Table of Contents Before Installing DiabloSport Performance Tune Display and Keypad description iii Preparing Vehicle for DiabloSport Performance Tune Installation iv OBD-II Diagnostic port locations iv Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system v Installing the tune into the vehicle 1 Restoring the factory/stock tune 11 Modifying parameters 15 Diagnostic Section How to check and erase the SES light Monitoring Real Time Data 21 22 25 Options Section 27 For any questions.
i Before Installing DiabloSport performance tune
Please read through the manual before installing tune in your vehicle, failure to follow proper instructions can result in a damaged or disabled PCM (Powertrain Control Module). User must ensure that the factory “stock” tune is in the vehicle’s PCM before installing the DiabloSport tune. GM dealer re-flashes are the same as stock factory tune.
Display and Keypad description iii This is a simulation of the Predator’s screen.
Preparing Vehicle for Performance Tune Installation iv Preparing Vehicle for DiabloSport Performance Tune Installation • Apply parking brake to de-activate daytime running lights. • Always have all the doors closed while installing the DiabloSport Performance tune, and keep them closed until the process is complete. • Do not activate any electrical accessories while installing the DiabloSport Performance tune.
Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system Due to the fact that the GM OnStar system sends transmissions periodically to the vehicle we suggest that the system should temporarily be disabled during the installation and modification process. v If the OnStar system is not disabled during install or modification and the system should receive a transmission in the middle of tune install or backup, the tool will be interrupted and the process will have to be started over again.
vi Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system - Step1 Turn the ignition OFF! Locate the fuse panel in the engine compartment behind the battery on the driver’s side. Carefully remove cover and locate the SEO 1 fuse (Special Equipment Option Power) and one fuse labeled INFO. Location may vary from illustration - consult your user manual. Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system Remove the fuses with the ignition OFF.
Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system - Step 2 - 4 Turn the ignition ON, look and confirm that the OnStar dash light is turned OFF. vii If the light is still ON, continue with step 3; if it is OFF, continue with step 4. Step 3 Turn the ignition OFF! Locate the fuse panel located on the driver’s side dashboard, carefully remove cover and locate the following fuses: RAP 2 RDO 1 TBC ACCY Location may vary from illustration - consult your user manual. Remove each fuse with the ignition OFF.
Installing a Tune into a vehicle
Installing the tune into the vehicle x • Locate the OBD-II diagnostic port on your vehicle. (see reference pictures in Section “iii” and “ix”) • Connect the Predator into vehicle’s diagnostic port and turn the ignition key to ON position (DO NOT start the engine); the following screen will be displayed: Controllers *****Controllers***** Tune it Diagnostics Options Tune It will take the user through the process of programming and modifying the tune for the vehicle.
Installing the tune into the vehicle Select “Tune It”, read and follow the instructions and disclaimers: *****Important***** 1 Continue by pressing any key. *****Disclaimer***** Apply parking brake Turn the ignition ON To turn off daytime Running lights Predator must be used with factory tune, otherwise damage may result to your vehicle. If you are not sure about your tune, contact DiabloSport. Press any key... Press any key...
2 Installing the tune into the vehicle Continue by pressing any key. Press “Enter” to continue. Installing a tune into a vehicle Press “ESC” to return to main menu. *****Important***** Read manual carefully before proceeding in predator modify parameters section. Press any key...
Installing the tune into the vehicle Select the type of Transmission for your vehicle. Press “Enter” key. ***Transmission Type*** Automatic Manual The tool will automatically back up the factory/stock tune. This step will only take place the very first time the Predator is used on the vehicle. Please wait until completed. This may take several minutes. 3 **Vehicle Data Backup** Please wait...
4 Installing the tune into the vehicle During the backup process the gauges might sweep and various messages will be displayed in the message center. This is normal so do not be alarmed. Installing a tune into a vehicle Backup 100% Press Any Key to continue Vehicle Data Backup The predator will count down 10sec until it is ok to proceed.
Installing the tune into the vehicle The Predator will count down 10sec until it is ok to proceed. (DO NOT start the engine) NOTE: Some vehicles may require the key to be turned “OFF” then back “ON” after Vehicle Data Backup is now complete. Press any key to continue installing a performance tune. Select “Install Performance” and press the “Enter”. 5 the 10sec countdown, if the “communicating” message is displayed for more than 30sec. Turn Ignition On! Then press any key..
6 Installing the tune into the vehicle Select desired tune. Select “Install Performance”… Installing a tune into a vehicle *Modify Performance* 40HP 60HP 85HP 100HP stock TOW STD Performance HI Performance Extreme Performance tune Stock Tune: select this option if modifications to the factory GM tune is desired. such as speed limit and tire/ axle correction. *Install Performance* Installing the file Do you want to continue? Press Enter for YES Or Esc for NO.
Installing the tune into the vehicle Press “Enter”. Please wait until installation is complete. This may take several minutes… ***Data Uploading*** Please wait... Writing data 7 Upload 100% Press any Key to continue Installing Performance Installing a tune into a vehicle xx% completed During the installation process the gauges might sweep and various messages will be displayed in the message center. This is normal so do not be alarmed.
8 Installing the tune into the vehicle Follow instructions on the screen.
Installing the tune into the vehicle DO NOT start the engine. After the 10 second delay the tune is successfully installed in vehicle. It is now ok to unplug the Predator and start the vehicle.
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11 Restoring factory/stock tune
12 Restoring the factory/stock tune We recommend restoring the stock tune whenever the vehicle goes in for service. The stock tune can be re-installed at any time using the “restore” feature. This feature will take the DiabloSport tune out and reset the computer to stock. The DiabloSport tune will be saved in the Predator. Plug the tool into the diagnostic port, select “Tune It” and go through the same steps as installing a DiabloSport tune. (Refer to install instructions).
Restoring the factory/stock tune Follow all the steps, and once you see this screen, your vehicle has been restored back to stock tune: 13 File is successfully installed Press any key Restoring tune
Modifying Parameters
Modifying Parameters Select “Modify Performance” *Modify Performance** View parameters allows user to see parameter settings View Parameters Set Parameters Reset Parameters Set parameters allows user to adjust parameter settings Reset parameters allows user to reset parameters back to original DiabloSport Performance tune. Using the reset feature will reset ALL modified parameters back to the original DiabloSport Performance tune.
Modifying Parameters - Important information regarding DiabloSport Performance Tune Parameter modification Select “Tune It”, go through and read carefully the disclaimers… adjusted parameters; therefore we recommend that this should be left untouched by inexperienced users.
18 Modifying Parameters Modifying Parameters …until you get to this screen: *****Performance***** Install Performance Modify Performance Restore Saved Data Troubleshooting Select desired tune you wish to modify and press “enter”.
Modifying Parameters Press “enter” on the selected parameter. Once the desired parameter has been selected, its current value will be shown. Press “Enter” to save the adjustments. 19 ***Set Parameters*** Axle Ratio Speed Limit Factory Wheel Size Actual Wheel Size - 0 + Adjust only if different gears are installed. Corrects speedometer and transmission for gear changes.
20 Modifying Parameters Make desired adjustments and select “Enter” to save. The new value will be displayed. Press “ESC” to return to Set Parameters menu. Press “Enter” to upload the new adjusted tune. The Predator will continue and install tuned file. Once desired adjustments are completed, press “ESC” while in Set Parameters screen. ****Data uploading**** Modifying Parameters ** Note Regarding Tire Size Adjust only if speedometer is off due to the increase or decrease in tire size.
Diagnostic Section
Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. The diagnostic features on this tool can check and erase SES (Service Engine Soon) light as well as monitor live data from sensors supported. Select “Diagnostics” from main menu.
Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. 23 Select your transmission type, then press “Enter”.
24 Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. To view the specific trouble code, select “DTC information”. DTC stands for Diagnostic Trouble Code. ****General Data**** DTC All Specific DTC DTC Not Ran SCC DTC All: View all DTC’s Specific DTC: Enter DTC to view status DTC Not Ran SCC: Displays what DTC tests where not Diagnostic Section performed during the DTC check NOTE: “DTC Not Ran SCC”: DTC Not Ran Since Code Cleared.
Monitoring Real Time Data
26 Monitoring Real Time Data Real time data is just what it implies: the Predator will display an array of sensor input values as the engine is running. If you select “Testing” the following screen will be displayed • Select “Diagnostics” from the main screen. • Select “Real Time Data” • Monitor desired parameters NOTE: Only values supported by the vehicle model will *******Testing******* Calibration Ids Ping All be displayed.
Options Section
Options Section The options menu is mainly for the DiabloSport Predator Dealer. It contains functions for up- and downloading of tunes into the tool; tick purchases as well as specific tool identification.
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