Bully Dog Triple Dog Gas User manual

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Triple Dog for Gasoline Powered Applications
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................PG. 2
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS...................................................................................PG. 3
BILL OF MATERIALS.........................................................................................PG. 4
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS...........................................................................PG. 5
GM FUSES.......................................................................................................PG. 6
INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................PGS. 79
OBDII Diagram...................................................................................................................................................pg. 7
Installation/Navigation .....................................................................................................................................pg. 8
Triple Dog Main Menu .......................................................................................................................................pg. 9
VEHICLE OPTIONS .................................................................................. PGS. 1016
Ford, Lincoln Options................................................................................................................................ pgs. 10-11
GM: Chevy, GMC, Cadillac Options ............................................................................................................pgs. 12-14
Dodge Options..........................................................................................................................................pgs. 15-16
DODGE VEHICLE SETTINGS .............................................................................PG. 17
RETURN VEHICLE TO STOCK............................................................................PG. 18
TRANSFER VEHICLES .....................................................................................PG. 18
UPDATE AGENT FOR INTERNET UPDATES.........................................................PG. 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................PG. 20

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Congratulations on purchasing the Triple Dog Gas! The Triple Dog Gas is the most equipped tuning de-
vice on the market; it will tune over 50 dierent vehicle platforms for more power, more torque, and
improved fuel economy. For a complete list of vehicle applications check the vehicle application list on
the following pages. Our rigorous development and testing processes ensures a quality product that pro-
duces positive results.
This product is extremely easy to install. All installation takes place inside the cab of the vehicle through
the OBDII port. For installation questions or guidance contact your local dealer or distributor. You can also
contact the Bully Dog tech support group Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Mountain Standard Time.
Bully Dog Technical Support: [phone].
Installation of this product can take up to 20 minutes. We strongly suggest that installation of the Triple
Dog be done when the vehicle is not in need of use.We highly recommend that this product be installed
during normal business hours: 8am to 3pm Mountain Standard Time to avoid any inconveniences as-
sociated with installation issues. Installation of the program into the vehicle ECM is an easy but delicate
process. The download process, if interrupted, can create issues which may add time to complete a suc-
cessful install.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
Warranty information for theTriple Dog Gas downloader can be found in theTriple Dog package along
with this instruction set.Warranty information can also be found on the web at:
www.bullydog.com
IMPORTANT
It is not recommended that this product be used in conjunction with any other electronic module or downloader
that is intended to increase horsepower.
Performance products must always be removed before taking the vehicle in for any kind of service. The Bully Dog
software will be lost if an OEM scan tool is used to reflash the engine computer.
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Ford
Lincoln
Cadillac
Chevy
GMC
F-150
F-250
F-350
Excursion
Expedition
Mustang
Explorer
Navigator
Mark LT
Dodge Ram
Escalade
Avalanche
Suburban
Tahoe
Silverado
Sierra
Yukon
5.4L V8 ‘04-’08
4.6L V8 ‘04-’08
5.4L V8 ‘04-’08
6.8L V10 ‘04-’08
5.4L V8 ‘04-’08
6.8L V10 ‘04-’08
5.4L V8 ‘04-’05
6.8L V10 ‘04-’05
5.4L V8 ‘05-’07
GT 4.6L V8 ‘05-’08
4.0L V6 ‘07-’08
Sport Trac 4.6L V8 '07
4.6L V8 '05-'07
5.4L V8 '05-'07
5.4L V8 '06-'07
1500 5.7L V8 Hemi '03-'08
2500 5.7L V8 Hemi '03-'08
3500 5.7L V8 Hemi '03-'08
5.3L V8 '02-'05
6.0L V8 '02-'06
6.2L V8 '07-'08
5.3L V8 '02-'08
6.0L V8 '07-'08
8.1L V8 '02-'06
5.3L V8 '00-'08
6.0L V8 '00-'08
8.1L V8 '01-'06
4.8L V8 '00-'08
5.3L V8 '00-'08
1500 4.8L V8 '99-08
1500 5.3L V8 '99-08
1500 HD 6.0L V8 '01- (classic) '07
1500 SS 6.0L V8 '03- (classic) '07
2500 5.3L V8 '99-'00
2500 6.0L V8 '99-'08
2500 8.1L V8 '01- (classic) '07
3500 6.0L '01-'08
3500 8.1L '01- (classic) '07
1500 4.8L V8 '99-08
1500 5.3L V8 '99-08
1500 6.0L V8 '01- (classic) '07
1500 8.1L V8 '01
Denali 1500 6.0L V8 '02- (classic) '07
Denali 1500 6.2L V8 '07-'08
2500 5.3L V8 '99-'00
2500 6.0L V8 '99-'08
2500 8.1L V8 '01- (classic) '07
4.8L V8 '00-'08
5.3L V8 '00-'08
Denali 6.0L V8 '01-'06
Denali 6.2L V8 '07-'08
XL 5.3L V8 '00-'08
XL 6.0L V8 '00-'08
XL 8.1L V8 '01-'06
XL Denali 6.0L V8 '01-'06
XL Denali 6.2L V8 '07-'08
1500 6.0L Vortec Max ‘07-’08
1500 6.0L Vortec Max ‘07-’08
Triple Dog Gas (part 40510) Applications
If your vehicle is not on this chart do not attempt installation of theTriple Dog Gas without checking the
Bully Dog website at www.bullydog.com or calling our tech support line at [phone].
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
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BILL OF MATERIALS
The list and diagram shown below includes all of the hard parts required for installation and updating the
product online.
BILL OF MATERIALS
Triple Dog Gas Downloader
OBDII Cable
USB Cable (Used for Internet Updates)
TOOLS REQUIRED
Fuse Puller or
Needle Nose Pliers (If applicable)
BILL OF MATERIALS
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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS: VERY IMPORTANT
It is important to take some precautions before downloading.These precautionary steps to install-
ing the Triple Dog will help ensure that downloads are successful.
1. Before installation, always update theTriple Dog online using our Update Agent.The Update Agent is an online
program that loads the latest vehicle programs from our website to the Triple Dog.
2. Only install during recommended install time. (Monday-Thursday 8am-3pm Mountain StandardTime)
3. Do not install while the vehicle is in a remote location or when the vehicle is imediately needed for transpor-
tation. In the unlikely event that installation fails, the installer may need resources such as computer access/
internet access to complete installation.
4. Allow up to one hour for installation.The Triple Dog easily installs in under 30 minutes. However, allocate at
least an hour for installation in case any problems are encountered during installation.
5. Before installation, always make sure that the batteries have a full charge. It is even a good idea to have a bat-
tery charger nearby in case the batteries start draining. If the batteries loose their charge during a download,
the download will fail.
6. Before installation, always pull all recommended fuses seen in the GM fuses section.
7. During installation it is very important that the Triple Dog is not disrupted. If the download is disrupted the
vehicle may not start and the download process must be restarted. In worst case scenarios theTriple Dog will
have to perform a recovery process which adds even more time to the installation process.
The information above is extremely important to successfull use of the Triple Dog
INTERNET UPDATES, THE UPDATE AGENT:
The Triple Dog is Internet updateable through our exclusive Internet
update software: The Update Agent. Use the Update Agent free
of charge to update the Triple Dog. The Triple Dog is most com-
monly upgraded for OEM reflashes, new vehicle applications
and for the addition of new downloader features.
Download the Update Agent at:
www.bullydog.com or request a copy of the Update Agent on
compact disc.
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GM FUSES
GM INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
To begin the downloading process, select the “install download” option from the main menu and fol-
low the screen prompts.
IMPORTANT: Voltage irregularities will cause interference which may disrupt a download. Make sure to check off
the following before attempting to download with the Triple Dog.
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GM ‘99-’02 C/K w/4.8/5.3/6.0/8.1L Engines
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#1 - SEO ING (Special Eq. Options/Ignition)
#16 - SEO ACCY (Special Eq. Options/Accessories)
#29 - RDO1 (Radio)
#30 - RAP2 (Relay Power)
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#60 -TBC (Body Computer)
GM ‘03-’07 (Classic) C/K w/4.8/5.3/6.0/8.1L Engines
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#16 - SEO ACCY (Special Eq. Options/Accessories)
#17 -TBC 2B (Body Computer)
#18 -TBC 2C (Body Computer)
#20 -TBC ACCY (Body Computer)
#23 -TBC 2A (Body Computer)
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#16 -TBC BATT (Body Computer)
#38 -TBC IGN1 (Body Computer)
#50 - Radio
#58 - INFO
Replace all fuses after
the download is
complete!
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Possible OBDII Port Locations
(location may vary)
INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION/OBDII PORT
This is a very simple product to install and operate; all operations take place inside the cab of the vehicle
with the Triple Dog hooked up to the OBDII port. Operating the Triple Dog does not require any mechani-
cal background. Refer to this instruction booklet for
general guidelines through the download process
and determining the different features available for
your vehicle.
The diagram below illustrates the possible locations
of several OBDII ports. Some OBDII port locations
may vary from the illustration below but all OBDII
ports are on the driver side of the vehicle inside the
cab.
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NAVIGATION/STARTING THE DOWNLOADER
IMPORTANT: The steps on this page are performed on all vehicles.
1. Make sure that your key is in the ignition and in the o position before you plug the downloader into the
vehicle’s OBDII port.The downloader will later prompt you to turn the key to the run position.
2. Connect the cable that comes with the downloader into the top of the downloader and then into the OBDII
port.
3. The downloader will light up to display the rst screen. Follow the instructions given to you on the
screen of the downloader. See the diagram below for instructions on navigating the menus.
Scroll Left Scroll Right
No/Exit Scroll Down
Yes/Enter Scroll Up
IMPORTANT: If your vehicle is a GM ‘99-’07 (Classic)V8 pickup or SUV be sure to always pull the fuses indicated
in the GM fuse section of this instructions manual.
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MAIN MENU OPTIONS
The main menu options gives the user up to four options to choose from:
INSTALL DOWNLOAD: Before you begin the Install Download process, you must enter into the Change Vehicles
menu and select the correct vehicle type. Select this option to begin the download process. Once the download
process has begun it will take 15-20 minutes to complete, the process will include selecting desired power level and
selecting dierent parameters in the vehicle specic features.
DTC MENU: Select this option to view and erase diagnostic trouble codes. A cool feature of this downloader is that
you can view and erase diagnostic trouble codes on any applicable vehicle even if the downloader is already locked
to a vehicle.
Once selected from the main menu, the DTC menu will appear with two options:
Check DTC’s: Select this option to read what DTC’s are on the vehicle if there are any.
Clear DTC’s: Select this option to erase any DTC’s that exist on the engine computer.This option does not display
and DTC’s on the screen or show any descriptions before it erases the codes.
SETTINGS: The Settings menu shows you what the vehicle has set as its download settings. It also holds added
vehicle features specic to the Dodge Hemi. See the Dodge Hemi vehicle features section for a comprehensive list
of features.
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and select the correct vehicle type.This is a simple process, you simply need to select the Vehicle Make.
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VEHICLE OPTIONS
VEHICLE SPECIFIC INSTALLATION AND DOWNLOAD OPTIONS
This section of the manual will explain download options for each specic vehicle in
dierent subsections separated by vehicle make. This section starts with Ford and
Lincoln and then moves to GM and then Dodge.
FORD, LINCOLN VEHICLE OPTIONS
To begin the downloading process, select the “Install Download” option from the main menu and fol-
low the screen prompts.
ENGINE TUNING FUEL OCTANE SETTINGS:
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Use the Up and Down arrows to
highlight an option, press “Y” to
select.
Premium – Select this option for
maximum performance gains (must run at least 91 rated octane gasoline to use this setting).
Regular – Select this option for medium performance gains, run any grade of fuel with this setting.
Stock – Select stock to utilize other Triple Dog features without aecting horsepower.
TRANSMISSION TUNING AUTOMATIC ONLY:
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sion tuning, choose to accept a Bully Dog
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Firm Tune - This tune will aect shift
rmness and shift points. It is an opti-
mized tune designed for performance.
Stock Tune - Choose this option to utilize
the factory shift patterns.
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VEHICLE OPTIONS
FORD, LINCOLN VEHICLE OPTIONS
CALIBRATE OEM SPEEDOMETER FOR TIRE SIZE:
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TRANSMISSION SHIFT POINTS:
This feature allows you to raise or lower the
-
ond gear, second to third gear, and third to





       

This feature enables changing the OEM speed-

       
      
  

       
  

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To begin the downloading process, select the “Install Download” option from the main menu and fol-
low the screen prompts.
ENGINE TUNING OCTANE SETTING:
    
      
-




Use the Up and Down arrows to high-
light an option, press “Y” to select.
Premium – Select this option for
maximum performance gains (must run at least 91 rated octane gasoline to use this setting).
Regular – Select this option for medium performance gains, run any grade of fuel with this setting.
Stock – Select stock to utilize other Triple Dog features without aecting horsepower.
TRANSMISSION FIRMNESS* AUTO ONLY:
This feature will turn up the pressure in the



Performance: Pressure is greater than tow
and stock. This setting is recommended to be
used in combination with, but is certainly not
limited to the High Performance Horsepower
program.
Tow: Shifts are rmer than stock and less
rm than High Performance. (This setting
not available on‘07-’08 models).
Stock: Does not change or modify transmission settings.

VEHICLE OPTIONS
IMPORTANT: When using the high performance or tow mode in conjunction with the tow/haul feature, trans-
mission shifting will be significantly firmer.
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INSTALLATION
RETURN TO STOCK
UPDATE AGENTTROUBLESHOOTING
NOTES
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TRANSMISSION SHIFT POINTS* AUTO ONLY:



Performance:Shifts at a higher RPM than
Stock andTow. This setting is recommended
to be used in combination with, but is cer-
tainly not limited to the High Performance
Horsepower Program.
Tow: Shifts at a higher RPM than Stock and
shifts at a lower RPM than High Perfor-
mance.
Stock: Does not modify shift points


Performance 

Custom
shift points requires 3 steps:





        

  
      
-


       



VEHICLE OPTIONS
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CALIBRATE OEM SPEEDOMETER FOR GEAR RATIO:
      

     -





-

to read correctly for the following gear ra-
tios:





CALIBRATE OEM SPEEDOMETER FOR TIRE SIZE:


-

 
-

INTERNET UPGRADES
VEHICLE OPTIONS
NOTE: Calibrating above a 35” tire can cause an
ABS warning light to appear on the dash.
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UPDATE AGENTTROUBLESHOOTING
NOTES
To begin the downloading process, select the “install download” option from the main menu and fol-
low the screen prompts.
ENGINE TUNING FUEL OCTANE SETTINGS:

-

Use the Up and Down arrows to highlight an op-
tion, press “Y” to select.
Premium – Select this option for maximum
performance gains (must run at least 91 rated
octane gasoline to use this setting).
Regular – Select this option for medium
performance gains, run any grade of fuel with
this setting.
Stock – Select stock to utilize other Triple Dog
features without aecting horsepower.
TRANSMISSION SHIFT POINTS ‘04’08 AUTO ONLY:
This feature allows you to raise or lower the point

to 3rd gear, and 3rd to 4th gear based on engine
    
       







-


       


DODGE VEHICLE OPTIONS
VEHICLE OPTIONS
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DODGE VEHICLE SETTINGS
To utilize the Vehicle Settings option you must enter the Settings menu from the main menu after a
download has been completed on the vehicle. See the descriptions below for a full list of the avail-
able settings.
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Enabling this feature will cause all doors to lock once the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph. Once
the vehicle comes to a complete stop, if the driver’s door is the rst to open all of the other doors
will automatically unlock.
HEAD LAMP DELAY
Use this feature to set the amount of time that the head lamps remain on after the vehicle
has been turned off. Use the up/down arrows on the downloader to scroll in 5 second incre-
ments between 0 and 80 seconds.
DODGE VEHICLE OPTIONS
CALIBRATE OEM SPEEDOMETER FOR TIRE SIZE:

  
  -


-

      
cause an ABS warning light to appear on

VEHICLE OPTIONS
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UPDATE AGENTTROUBLESHOOTING
NOTES
DODGE VEHICLE SETTINGS
FOG LAMP
Enabling this feature will allow the fog lights and high beams to operate at the same time.
This feature is for Off-road use only.
HORN CHIRP ON LOCK
Enabling this feature will sound a horn chirp each time the doors are locked when using a
remote door lock system.
OPTICAL CHIRP ON LOCK
Enabling this feature will flash the hazard lights each time the doors are locked when using
a remote door lock.
SEAT BELT MINDER CHIME
Enabling this feature will remind the driver to buckle their seat belt with an audio chime
each time the vehicle is put into drive and the driver’s seat belt is not buckled.
ACCESSORY DELAY
Use this feature to set the amount of time that the accessory items in the vehicle will remain
on after the vehicle has been shut off as long as the doors remain closed. Accessory items
include the radio, cigarette lighter, etc. Use the up/down scroll buttons on the downloader
to choose between the following settings: 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 30
minutes, or 60 minutes.

Enabling this feature will affect the way the doors unlock when using a remote door lock. If
enabled, the first time the remote unlock button is pressed only the driver door will unlock,
the second hit will unlock the passenger doors. If disabled, all doors will unlock on the first
press of the remote unlock button.
DAYTIME HEADLIGHTS:
Use this new option to turn daytime running lights on or off while driving.
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RETURN VEHICLE TO STOCK
RETURN VEHICLE TO STOCK FACTORY SETTINGS
     

      
    
     -
  

      


SWITCHING THE TRIPLE DOG TO A DIFFERENT VEHICLE
After you have taken your original vehicle back to stock, you can install the Triple Dog in a new vehicle as if it were the
rst time. Before installing however, update the product online using the Update Agent. While installing, be certain to
change the vehicle in the ChangeVehicle menu before attempting a download.
Remember when switching to a new vehicle to always check the
website for compatibility and to download the latest product updates.
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