Oem tools 24209 Service manual

UNPACKING

After unpacking unit, inspect carefully for any damage

that may have occurred during transit. Check for loose,

missing, or damaged parts. If any damage is observed,

a shipping damage claim must be ﬁled with carrier. Do

not use the OEMTOOLS™ Cam Phaser Kit if broken,

bent, cracked or damaged parts (including labels) are

noted. Any Cam Phaser Kit that appears damaged in

any way, operates abnormally or is missing parts should

be removed from service immediately. If you suspect

that the Cam Phaser Kit was subjected to shock load

(a load that was dropped suddenly, unexpectedly, etc.)

immediately discontinue use until it has been checked

by a factory authorized service center.

Please read and save these instructions. Read through this owner’s manual carefully before using product. Protect yourself

and others by observing all safety information, warnings, and cautions. Failure to comply with instructions could result in

personal injury and/or damage to product or property. Please retain instructions for future reference.

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CAM PHASER KIT

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Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product

before you begin using it. This product is designed for certain applications only. OEMTOOLS™ cannot be responsible for issues arising

from modiﬁcation. We strongly recommend this product is not modiﬁed and/or used for any application other than that for which it was

designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the product until you have ﬁrst contacted customer

service to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.

The following safety information is provided as a guideline to help you operate your Cam Phaser under the safest possible conditions. Any tool or

piece of equipment can be potentially dangerous to use when safety or safe handling instructions are not known or not followed. The following

safety instructions are to provide the user with the information necessary for safe use and operation. Please read and retain these instructions for

the continued safe use of your service system. Failure to follow instructions listed below may result in serious injury. In addition, make certain that

anyone who uses the equipment understands and follows these safety instructions as well.

WARNING

EXPLANATION OF SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in property damage.

NOTES: Provide clarity and helpful information.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

AND SAFETY RULES

1. Know your tool. Read this manual carefully. Learn the tool’s

applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards

specific to it.

2. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark work areas

invite accidents.

3. Keep children away. All children should be kept away from the work

area. Never let a child handle a tool without strict adult supervision.

4. Do not operate this tool if under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment

or reﬂexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do

not attempt to operate.

5. Use safety equipment. Eye protection should be worn at all times

when operating this tool. Use ANSI approved safety glasses.

Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection should be used in

appropriate conditions.

6. Wear proper apparel. Loose clothing, gloves, neck-ties, rings,

bracelets or other jewelry may present a potential hazard when

operating this tool. Keep all apparel clear of the tool.

7. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times when

operating this tool.

8. Check for damage. Check your tool regularly. If part of the tool is

damaged, it should be carefully inspected to make sure that it can

perform its intended function correctly. If in doubt, the part should

be repaired. Refer all servicing to a qualiﬁed technician. Consult your

dealer for advice.

9. Store idle tools out of the reach of children and untrained persons.

Tools may be dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

10. Maintain tools with care.

11. Keep tools dry and clean.

12. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until

repaired.

13. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer

for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may

become hazardous when used on another tool.

14. Tool service must be performed only by qualiﬁed repair personnel.

Service or maintenance performed by unqualiﬁed personnel could

result in a risk of injury.

15. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use of

unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may

create a risk of injury.

16. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit.

Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace. Keep the work

area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not

use this product in a damp or wet location.

17. Maintain labels and nameplates on this product. These carry

important information. If unreadable or missing, contact

OEMTOOLS™ for a replacement.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual

cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.

The operator must understand that common sense and caution are

factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied

by the operator.

DISPOSAL

At the end of the useful life of the OEMTOOLS™ Cam Phaser, dispose of

the components according to all state, federal and local regulations.

PURPOSE

A common problem for Ford vehicles with the 4.6 or 5.4 3V engine is

a metallic knocking noise as a result of cam phaser failure. Installing

the OEMTOOLS™ Cam Phaser Noise Repair Kit will prevent or

eliminate any noise related to cam phaser failure. The kit includes

2 solid aluminum wedges precisely machined to lock the internal

mechanisms of the cam phaser so that there are no moving parts to

make noise or fail. Locking the cam phaser will make the camshaft

and camshaft gear act as one, with no adjustment. This is the same

as the earlier 2 valve engines. To prevent any drivability issues or

a check engine light, a programmer is included that removes the

variable timing adjustment and monitoring from the vehicle’s on-

board computer. The kit is simple and easy to install with no special

tools required. We have included a factory style Timing Chain Wedge

Tool to allow installation simply by removing the valve cover with no

need to remove the front timing cover.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: This kit only ﬁts OEM Factory Cam Phasers. It does not ﬁt

aftermarket Phasers such as Dorman.

1. Make sure the battery is fully charged.

2. After inspection of the vehicle and removal of the fuse(s) that

operate any accessory packages, continue with the installation of

the programmer.

3. Connect programmer to the vehicle’s OBDll connector, making sure

it is ﬁrmly connected and does not become disconnected during

reprogramming.

4. Make sure all accessories are off.

5. DO NOT leave the vehicle unattended during programming. The

programmer screen will display instructions for you to follow, i.e.

turning the key to the On position (but NOT starting the engine),

and you will be asked to select certain engine tuning and vehicle

adjustment features.

6. Do not turn key to the Off or Start position until the process is

complete.

7. Follow On-Screen prompts until the reprogram is completed.

8. Once the programming is complete, unplug the tuner and start

the engine.

NOTE: If an error should occur during the installation and programming,

an error code and/or message will be displayed on the programmer

screen, along with a phone number. Write down the error code or

message and contact the tech support department on the provided

telephone number from 8am-5pm, Central Time, Monday-Friday. Have the

part number and serial number off of the programmer, and your vehicle’s

VIN # ready when you call.

On the rare occasion that the tuner screen displays the error message

“update programmer”, contact us for a ﬁrmware update.

WARNING

Make sure battery ground cable is disconnected from the battery before

starting the procedure.

NOTE: Only remove 1 Cam Phaser at a time so you will have a visual

reference for reassembly. It is best to start on the driver’s side to become

familiar with the process as this side has easier access.

9. Follow manufacturer’s procedure to remove the valve cover.

10. Insert the wedge tool between the two paths of the timing chain. The

ﬂat portion should be facing the center of the truck. This tool must be

installed square to the timing chain and the engine block. Make sure

it is snug; it should not be easily removed.

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10. Scribe a location on the timing chain and cam phaser. A silver/

metallic marker works well for this.

NOTE: It is important that you do not remove the Wedge Tool at any time

during the procedure. If the Wedge Tool is removed, the timing chain will

move out of time and the front cover will have to be removed to re-time

the engine.

11. Remove the cam phaser according to manufacturer’s instructions

being careful to keep the wedge in place.

NOTICE: Only use hand tools to remove the cam phaser and sprocket

assembly or damage may occur to the camshaft or cam phaser and sprocket.

12. Place the cam phaser in a vise to hold it while removing the cover

plate bolts. There are 5 bolts holding the cam phaser cover in place.

1 of the bolts is longer than the others and protrudes out the back

side of the phaser and holds the end of the spring in place. Loosen

the long bolt but don’t remove it. Remove the remaining 4 bolts.

NOTE: On some models, there may be 2 long bolts. If this is the case,

remove the long bolt that DOES NOT hold the end of the spring, leaving

the other in place marking the position of the one you removed.

Remove

this bolt

Do Not

Remove

this bolt

13. Rotate the cover plate on the long bolt. Do this slowly as there is a

spring loaded check valve that will protrude once the cover plate is

no longer holding it in place. Use a thumb or ﬁnger to keep it from

launching out of the phaser. Set the check valve (spring, valve, valve

seat) aside as you will need to reinstall it later.

Lockout

correctly

installed

14. Once you have rotated the cover out of the way, you can see the

vanes that control the cam phaser movement. The voids next to

these vanes is where the Lockout will be installed. Because there

are 5 locations and only one Lockout, you will need to determine

which location the Lockout is to be installed. Try each location; the

correct location is the one that requires a bit of pressure to install the

lockout, is the tightest ﬁt and prevents any movement between the

inner and outer sections.

15. Reinstall the check valve, spring and valve seat, then rotate the cover

back into place and reinstall the bolts using blue thread locker and

torque to 145 In/Lbs.

16. Make sure the long bolt is still holding the spring in place.

NOTE: On some models, there may be 2 long bolts. If this is the case,

you will need to reposition the spring over the long bolt you removed by

prying on it slightly with a screwdriver. You can use the intact cam phaser

on the other side as a visual reference for the spring position.

17. Reinstall the cam phaser according to manufacturer’s instructions,

aligning the marks previously made on the cam phaser and the

timing chain using the included new bolts. Be careful to keep the

wedge in place. At this time, only hand tighten the bolts.

NOTE: If the camshaft has moved after taking off the cam phaser, you will

need to reposition it before you can reinstall the cam phaser. A ratchet

and extension are an easy way to move it back in place using the 3/8”

female square in the back of the camshaft.

1. Once the Phaser is installed, you can remove the wedge and

tighten the new cam phaser bolt following factory specs or torque

to 30 Ft/Lbs. plus an additional 90 degrees.

2. Reinstall the valve cover.

3. Repeat the procedure on the other side.

4. Reinstall the battery cable.

Contents:

DESCRIPTION QTY

Lockout Wedge 2

Timing Chain Wedge Tool 1

Cam Phaser Torque to Yield Bolt 2

Programmer with OBDII Cable 1

CD for Software Update 1

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SECTION 1: PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS

Set the parking brake. Connect one (1) end of the provided cable to the

programmer.

Locate the diagnostic port under the driver’s side of the dash. Plug the

programmer cable into the diagnostic port.

Make sure the cable is plugged in completely to ensure a good

connection. DO NOT disturb the cable once it is connected to the

diagnostic port. The programmer will power up, and display the

startup screen.

Turn the key to the Run position, and select “OK” using the middle bottom

button. The Run position is the last key click before the engine will start.

DO NOT START THE ENGINE AT ANY TIME DURING THE PROGRAMMING

PROCESS! You should hear your seat belt chime and see the warning

light on the instrument panel when the key is in this position. For keyless

ignition/push button start vehicles, press the ignition button until it cycles

to the Start/Run mode. The programmer will then read out the VIN number

and, after a few seconds, display the Main Menu.

1-1: MAIN MENU

Use the left and right buttons at the bottom of the screen to scroll through

the menu options. Press the middle button to ‘Select’ an option. Press the

left button to go ‘Back’ to the last menu screen.

TUNING (All Vehicles):

This is the main option in the programmer. It has selections for Power

Tuning, and other adjustable features.

DTCs (All Vehicles):

This option checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

QUICK COMMANDS (Some Vehicles):

This option has selections for adjustable features that don’t require

programming.

SETUP INFO (All Vehicles):

This option displays various information about the programmer and your

vehicle. It also allows adjustments to the display screen.

1-2: TUNING MENU

Press ‘Select’ to enter the Tuning menu from the Main Menu.

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The programmer will display 3 tuning options:

PRESET TUNE- Select a previously saved tune for installation.

CUSTOMIZE TUNE- Select all Power Tuning and adjustable features

available for the vehicle.

UNINSTALL TUNING- Select to reprogram all options back to factory stock

settings.

When using the programmer for the ﬁrst time, select the CUSTOMIZE

TUNE option.

CUSTOMIZE TUNE

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Customize Tune.

Press the ‘Select’ button to display the Tuning Menu.

NOTE: Some adjustable features listed below are NOT available for

all applications. The year, make, model, and engine of the vehicle will

determine the available features. During the installation, only the available

adjustable features for that particular application will appear on the

programmer screen. Screens for each of the features may vary slightly

from those shown.

ENGINE TUNING (All Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Engine Tuning. Press

the ‘Select’ button to install optimized engine tuning.

Gas Vehicles:

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight the tune for the

octane fuel being used.

Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen tune. By selecting ‘Stock’, the

programmer will install any additional features selected, but keep the

stock engine tuning. For more information on Gas Engine Tuning options,

see Programmer Features explanation in Section 4.

REV LIMITER (Gas Engines Only)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Rev Limiter.

Press the ‘Select’ button to adjust the engine rev limiter, in 100 RPM

increments.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down, and

highlight the value to increase or decrease the engine rev limiter. Press

‘Select’ to save the chosen value.

For more information on Engine Rev Limiter option, see Programming

Feature explanation in Section 4.

TOP SPEED (Most Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Top Speed. Press

the ‘Select’ button to adjust the top speed limiter.

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Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down, and

highlight the desired MPH. Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen value.

Some applications allow the top speed limiter to be lowered from the

factory setting. On vehicles with this option, the top speed value will be

SET to the value the user selects. Selections range from 25 MPH to 255

MPH in 5 MPH increments.

To raise the top speed limiter, highlight and select the speed that matches

the speed rating of your tires.

Note: Raising the top speed limiter is not recommended for vehicles

equipped with load rated tires. Serious damage or injuries could occur.

For more information on the Top Speed Limiter option, see Programming

Features explanation in Section 4.

TIRE SIZE (Most Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Tire Size. Press the ‘Select’

button to adjust the speedometer and odometer for non-stock tire size.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down, and

highlight the desired tire size, in ¼ inch increments. Press ‘Select’ to save

the chosen value.

Note: Only select this feature if the vehicle has a different size tire

than what was installed from the factory. For more information, see

Programming Features explanation in Section 4.

GEAR RATIO (Most Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Gear Ratio. Press

the ‘Select’ button to calibrate the speedometer and odometer if a non-

stock rear gear ratio has been installed.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down, and

highlight the desired ratio. Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen value.

For more information on Gear Ratio option, see Programming Features

explanation in Section 4.

SHIFT POINTS (Most Automatic Transmission Equipped

Gas Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Shift Points. Press

the ‘Select’ button to change the RPM at which the transmission shifts at

wide open throttle.

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To adjust the shift points in all gears the same, select ALL from the Shift

Points menu.

To adjust the shift points for each gear change separately, select PER

GEAR from the Shift Points menu.

ALL SHIFT POINTS: Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up

or down, and highlight the value to increase or decrease the shift points,

in 100 RPM increments. Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen value.

Press the ‘Back’ button to go back to the Tuning Menu.

PER GEAR SHIFT POINTS: Use the buttons to the right of the screen to

scroll up or down, and highlight the gear change to adjust.

Press the ‘Select’ button, then use the buttons to the right of the screen

to scroll up or down, and highlight the value to increase or decrease the

shift points, in 100 RPM increments. Press Select to save the chosen

value.

Press the ‘Back’ button to go back to the Gear Shift menu. Repeat the

procedure above for each gear change. Once you have made the desired

changes for each gear, press the ‘Back’ button to return to the Tuning

Menu. For more information on Shift Points options, see Programming

Features explanation in section 4.

SHIFT FIRMNESS (Most Automatic Transmission Equipped Gas Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Shift Firmness.

Press the ‘Select’ button to adjust the firmness at which the

transmission shifts.

Some vehicles have only one pre-determined setting for shift ﬁrmness,

and will not have a selectable adjustment. If your vehicle has this setting,

the programmer will display a Yes or No option. Highlight the desired

choice, and press ‘Select’. Some vehicles have the option to select

between 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% for the level in which to enhance

shifting ﬁrmness.

To adjust the shift ﬁrmness in all gears the same, select ALL from the

Shift Points menu. To adjust the shift ﬁrmness for each gear change

separately, select PER GEAR from the Shift Points menu.

ALL SHIFT FIRMNESS: Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll

up or down, and highlight the percentage to increase or decrease the shift

ﬁrmness. Press Select to save the chosen value.

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PER GEAR SHIFT FIRMNESS: Use the buttons to the right of the screen to

scroll up or down, and highlight the gear change to adjust.

Press the ‘Select’ button, then use the buttons to the right of the screen

to scroll up or down, and highlight the percentage to increase or decrease

the shift ﬁrmness. Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen value.

Press the ‘Back’ button to go back to the Gear Shift menu. Repeat the

procedure above for each gear change. Once you have made the desired

changes for each gear, press the ‘Back’ button to return to the Tuning

Menu. For more information on Shift Firmness option, see Programming

Features explanation in Section 4.

COLD AIR INTAKE (Some Vehicles)

This feature will only be listed if your vehicle requires a custom tune

when using an aftermarket cold air intake. Use the buttons to the right of

the screen to highlight Cold Air Intake. Press the ‘Select’ button to install

custom tuning for a speciﬁc aftermarket air intake.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight the cold air intake

installed on your vehicle. Select the Stock air intake if you have not

installed an aftermarket air intake. Press ‘Select’ to save the chosen tune.

For more information on the Cold Air Intake option, see Programming

Features explanation in Section 4.

FAN TEMP (Some Vehicles)

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Fan Temp. Press

the ‘Select’ button to adjust the temperature that the electric cooling fans

turn on and off.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down, and

highlight the temperature to turn on the cooling fan. Press ‘Select’ to save

the chosen value.

For more information on the Fan Temp option, see Programming Features

explanation in Section 4.

1-3: SELECTION REVIEW & PROGRAMMING

The Tuning Menu will display a + sign next to each option that you selected to

change. Once you have completed your selections from the Tuning Menu, the

programmer is now ready to ﬂash the vehicle’s computer.

Press the ‘Flash’ button to continue.

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REVIEW CHANGES

The next screen displays all of the Tuning Options for your vehicle, and the

options selected. Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or

down, and review your selections.

To accept all tuning options, press ‘Accept’ to begin the programming

process. To make changes to any option, select ‘Change’.

PRESET TUNE

The programmer allows you to save up to 5 preset tunes. This feature

will save a speciﬁc selection of programming options in the programmer

memory. The preset tune can be selected from the Tuning Menu. If you

wish to save the currently selected tuning options as a Preset Tune, select

‘Yes’. If you don’t want to save the selected options as a preset tune,

select ‘No’.

To save the currently selected tuning options, use the buttons to the right

of the screen to scroll up or down and select any combination of letters

or numbers. The ‘Prev’ and ‘Next’ buttons move the cursor left and right.

Once you have selected a name, press ‘Done’ to continue.

PROGRAMMING

Follow all of the messages on the programmer screen during the entire

programming process for the vehicle. The programmer will prompt you

to turn the key to the ‘RUN’ and ‘OFF’ position during this process. When

turning the key to the ‘RUN’ position, it is important to make sure that you

turn the key to the most forward position possible WITHOUT starting the

vehicle.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

While the unit is programming, the following is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT:

DO NOT leave the vehicle while programming is in process. DO NOT

unplug or disturb the cable, or turn the key off (unless instructed to

by the programmer). DO NOT START THE VEHICLE AT ANY TIME WHILE

THE PROGRAMMER IS CONNECTED! If the unit stops programming or is

interrupted, please make a note of any message(s) that appear on the

programmer screen and call the provided tech service line.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

On certain applications, the instrument panel message center may light

up, and random code information such as REDUCED ENGINE POWER,

and other warning lights may display. This is a NORMAL step during the

programming process for certain applications.

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs)

Prior to starting the programming process, the programmer will check

for any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). If any DTCs are present, the

programmer will display them. You can review the DTCs before clearing.

If the vehicle has any DTCs, the programmer will display the number of

DTCs reported from the vehicle’s computer. You can review the DTCs by

pressing the ‘Show’ button. Before the programming process can begin,

all DTCs must be cleared. To clear any DTCs, press the ‘Clear’ button. For

more information on this feature, see the DTC section. Once the DTCs are

cleared, the programmer will proceed to Reading Vehicle.

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If the vehicle has no DTCs, the programmer will proceed immediately to

Reading Vehicle mode.

Once the programmer has completed the reading process, it will proceed

to the Writing Vehicle mode. Continue to follow the messages on the

screen. You may be prompted to turn the key to the ‘RUN’ and ‘OFF’

position during this process.

After the programmer has successfully programmed the vehicle, follow

the instructions on the screen until you see the Successful screen.

It is now safe to unplug the programmer from the vehicle and start the

engine. Make sure the “Check Engine” light on the instrument cluster

goes out (If it stays on or ﬂashes, read out the DTCs, and contact tech

support). Warm up the engine and make sure it is running smoothly.

FOR ONSTAR, SATELLITE RADIO, or AFTERMARKET ELECTRONICS

EQUIPPED VEHICLES: Plug any connector(s) back into the original

location and reinstall any fuses, panels, and/or other interior components

that were removed prior to programming.

1-4: DTC MENU

From the Main Menu, press the left or right arrow buttons to scroll for the

DTC menu. Press ‘Select’ to enter the DTC menu from the Main Menu.

The programmer will immediately begin reading out the DTCs from the

vehicle’s computer.

If no DTCs are present, the programmer will display the following

message.

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If the vehicle has any DTCs, the programmer will display all DTCs, and the

total number of DTCs reported from the vehicle’s computer. To clear all

DTCs, press the ‘Clear’ button. To see a deﬁnition of each DTC, press the

‘More’ button.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down and review

each DTC. The programmer will display a description of the DTC.

Once you have reviewed each DTC, you can clear them by selecting ‘Clear’.

1-5: QUICK COMMANDS

From the Main Menu, press the left or right arrow buttons to scroll for the

Quick Commands menu. Press ‘Select’ to enter Quick Commands menu

from the Main Menu.

The programmer will display the following menu.

TPMS ADJUST (Most Vehicles)

This feature allows instant adjustment of the minimum pressure for tire

pressure monitor sensor (TPMS) alarm. Select ‘Adjust’ to display the

Adjust TPMS menu. Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up

or down, and highlight the wheels to adjust. Press the ‘Select’ button to

adjust the TPMS alarm minimum pressure.

Use the buttons to the right to raise or lower the minimum tire pressure to

activate the TPMS alarm. Select ‘Flash’ to program the change.

TPMS ENABLE (Most Vehicles)

Press the button on the bottom to fully enable or disable the TPMS alarm.

For more information on the TPMS option, see Programming Features

explanation in Section 4.

1-6: SETUP/INFO

From the Main Menu, press the left or right arrow buttons to scroll for the Setup/

Info menu. Press ‘Select’ to enter the Setup/Info menu from the Main Menu.

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DEVICE INFO

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Device Info. Press

the ‘Select’ button to display the Device Info menu.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to scroll up or down and review

the device info.

VEHICLE INFO

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Vehicle Info. Press

the ‘Select’ button to display the Vehicle Info menu.

The Vehicle Info menu displays the VIN number of the vehicle that

the programmer was last connected to, and the current status of the

programmer.

Select ‘Setgs’ to view the current options that are programmed in the

vehicle. Select ‘Back’ button to return to the previous menu.

SETTINGS

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight Settings. Press the

‘Select’ button to display the Settings menu.

BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight the setting to adjust.

Press the ‘Select’ button to display the selected setting.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to adjust the brightness or

contrast of the display screen, from 1 to 10. Press the ‘Back’ button to

return to the previous menu.

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SECTION 2: PROGRAMMING VEHICLE BACK TO STOCK,

CHANGING TUNING OPTIONS, AND SELECTING PRESET TUNES

Reconnect the programmer to the vehicle as in Section 1, and follow the

messages on the screen until the Main Menu appears. Select the Tuning

option from the Main Menu.

BACK TO STOCK

To return the vehicle completely to factory stock settings, select

‘Uninstall Tuning’ from the Tuning menu. Follow the Programming

instructions from Section 1.

CHANGING OPTIONS

To change tuning options, select Customize Tune from the Tuning menu.

The Tuning Menu will display a pound sign “#” next to the options that

were selected for the previous programming session. To make changes,

follow the Tuning instructions from Section 1.

Note: All tuning options default to ‘Stock’ settings, regardless of

what tuning options are currently programmed in the vehicle. You

will need to select each option again, even if you aren’t making a

change from the current setting.

PRESET TUNE

To ﬂash a previously saved tune, use the buttons to the right of the screen

to highlight Preset Tune. Press the ‘Select’ button to bring up a list of

preset tunes.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to highlight a Preset Tune, and

press ‘Select’.

Use the buttons to the right of the screen to review the Preset Tune options.

Select ‘Change’ to make changes to the tuning options. Select ‘Accept’ to

continue with programming.

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SECTION 3: TECHNICAL INFORMATION & TROUBLESHOOTING

3-1: What to Do Before Taking the Vehicle in For Service

Return Vehicle to the Stock Programming.

When the vehicle is taken to a dealership or repair shop for any service,

the vehicle’s computer must be returned to the original stock calibrations,

prior to taking the vehicle for service. To do this, follow the Back To Stock

instructions in Section 2. This allows the original factory calibrations to be

transferred from their stored location in the programmer and reinstalled

into the vehicle’s computer. This process returns the computer to factory

stock and resets the programmer to allow the user to reprogram the

vehicle AFTER repairs or service.

Why is it Necessary to Return to the Stock Tuning?

The reason that this should be done is because the factory diagnostic

equipment will only recognize factory calibration information. If that

information is not stored, it will automatically update the vehicle’s

computer to the original calibrations or to the most recent updated

version, erasing the optimized tuning and other adjustable features that

were installed by the programmer.

Reprogramming the Vehicle After Service or Repair

After the vehicle has been serviced or repaired, you may retune your

vehicle. If the factory has reprogrammed the vehicle with a calibration

that is new and not recognized by the programmer, the programmer will

display an “Update Required” message. If this occurs, the user will be

instructed on how to update the programmer. This is a safety feature

of the programmer. We do not want to rewrite any information if it is

different from the calibrations currently stored in the vehicle. Following

the instructions will allow the vehicle to have the latest and most current

performance calibration that will match the updated factory version. Call

the tech service line that appears on the screen for instructions on how

to update the programmer. Due to the factory update of the computer,

the programmer will have to be upgraded to match the new calibrations

that have been installed in the vehicle’s computer. There is no charge for

calibration updates.

3-2: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

VEHICLE NOT SUPPORTED

The following message is displayed when the programmer does not

recognize the vehicle, along with an error code: “THIS VEHICLE IS NOT

SUPPORTED FOR PROGRAMMING; CALL AT (1-866-458-2472)”; Code

0137, Code 027B, Code 0300

Verify that the vehicle year/make/model/engine shows to be supported

with the programmer part number. The part number is located on the

label on the back of the programmer, and on the end of the box. If the

vehicle is supported, the programmer may need to be updated to the

latest revision to work on your vehicle. See Section 5 for instructions on

how to update your tuner.

LOSS OF COMMUNICATION

The following message will appear if the programmer is unable to

communicate with the vehicle’s computer.

“AN ERROR OCCURRED DURING VEHICLE PROGRAMMING;

CALL (1-866-458-2472)”

Take these steps to correct the problem:

1. Make sure that the ignition key is in the RUN position and that the

engine is not running.

2. Make sure that both ends of the cable are securely attached.

3. Wait at least ﬁve (5) minutes for the programmer to re-establish

communication before restarting the programming process.

4. If the three (3) steps above do not correct the problem, call tech

service line on the phone number that appears on the programmer

screen.

CABLE REMOVED WHILE PROGRAMMING

The programmer will lose power during programming if the cable is

removed for any reason. If this happens, simply reconnect the cable, and

follow the messages on the programmer.

ATTEMPTING TO PROGRAM A DIFFERENT VEHICLE

Code 0125: VIN Mismatch will appear if attempting to program the

computer in another vehicle without ﬁrst programming the last vehicle

it was used on back to stock. Return the previous vehicle back to stock,

following the Back To Stock procedure in Section 2.

UPDATE REQUIRED

There are several instances where an update may be required to use the

programmer. The following codes require an update. The programmer will

display a message that it needs to be updated. The programmer can be

updated via the internet using the Tuner Update Software, and the supplied

USB cable. See Section 5 for instructions on how to update your tuner.

Code 01C8: Stock calibrations not supported in programmer

BLANK SCREEN

If the programmer does not power up, make sure that both ends of the

cable are fully inserted. If the programmer still does not turn on, check for

a blown fuse in the vehicle fuse panel for either the cigarette lighter or the

accessory circuit. Replace with the proper amperage fuse.

3-3: Tuning Features & Options

GAS ENGINE TUNING

This option installs the Power Tuning, based on the octane of fuel your

vehicle is using. Power Tuning is a rigorous procedure that maximizes

performance by optimizing the engine’s air/fuel ratio and spark timing.

Power Tuning doesn’t just focus on the power you’ll gain at wide-open

throttle. The engine performance under normal driving is also optimized.

This means that there is no need to switch between a performance,

economy, or tow tune.

OCTANE LEVELS

Regular Fuel = 87 octane minimum

Premium Fuel = 91 octane minimum

PERFORMANCE

Higher compression ratio engines and engines with superchargers or

turbo chargers were designed to use only premium octane, so only

one (1) Power Tuning program for premium octane is provided for most

vehicles. But, if your car or truck came from the factory capable of using

more economical regular octane, then two (2) optimized tuning programs

are provided: one for premium, and the other for regular. In most cases,

tuning for regular octane provides excellent power gains, almost as much

power as premium octane. If you are using premium octane, and you

want all-out, maximum power, then select premium octane tuning.

Some vehicles come with the option for (2) premium tunes, one for 91

octane, and one for 93 octane. On these particular vehicles, there was

enough measurable gain from 91 to 93 to offer both options.

FUEL ECONOMY

Tuning for this fuel is more efﬁcient, and the added torque during normal

driving gives an even better throttle response. With the engine creating

more torque, you use less throttle to maintain cruising speeds, which can

lead to better fuel economy. With the optimization focused on the speciﬁc

fuel octane for each tune, you should see fuel mileage increases with all

octane levels.

TOWING

All tunes are optimized for towing. The tuning is safe for hauling and

towing the maximum weight designated by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

E-85/FLEX FUEL VEHICLES

We recommend premium octane tuning for vehicles that are factory

equipped to use E-85 fuel. The improved engine tuning will increase the

part-throttle efﬁciency and wide-open throttle performance compared to

the factory tuning.

Warning: Do not attempt to use the premium fuel tunes with any fuel

less than 91 octane. This could result in severe engine damage.

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AFTERMARKET PARTS (Gas)

The tuning provided in your programmer works well with popular

bolt-on aftermarket parts. If you install an aftermarket air intake or

exhaust system, the tuning provided will automatically adjust the

engine control parameters to take advantage of the fact that the engine

is less restrictive. Any signiﬁcant power adders, like superchargers,

turbochargers, nitrous, etc, would deﬁnitely require a custom tune. For

reference, any racing parts that would set a DTC with the stock tune

would also set the same DTC with the tuning provided.

COLD AIR INTAKE TUNING (Gas)

Some vehicles require a custom tune when installing an aftermarket cold

air intake. This is necessary to correct the mass air ﬂow (MAF) sensor

readings and to take advantage of the increased airﬂow. Aftermarket air

intakes change the air velocity and the volume of air passing over the

MAF sensor, due to the shape and size of the ducting around the sensor,

and even the type of air ﬁlter used. This can cause errors in the ECU

calculations for the quantity of air entering the engine. By correcting these

errors, it ensures that the tuning will function properly with the air intake

installed, and optimize the engine performance with this modiﬁcation.

REV LIMITER

This option raises or lowers the maximum RPM limiter of the engine. The

key to faster acceleration is to use more of your engine’s horsepower. The

feature lets you adjust your engine’s RPM limiter to improve performance

and driving fun. The stock computer is programmed to shut down the

engine when it reaches the red line. But if you have modiﬁed your vehicle

to increase its high-speed performance, more RPM means more power.

When you shift gears at the stock RPM limit, the engine falls back to

below the peak of its horsepower curve. When you extend the engine’s

RPM range, your engine has more power available after gear changes.

And by keeping the engine in the “sweet spot” of its power curve, you

can increase the average horsepower that accelerates the vehicle.

TOP SPEED

This feature lets you electronically raise your vehicle’s top speed limiter

to match the speed rating of factory-approved high-performance tires,

or lower the top-speed limiter to a top speed value set by the user.

Selections range from 25 MPH to 255 MPH in increments of 5 MPH.

The maximum speed of many modern vehicles is governed by the

onboard computer. The stock computer is programmed to shut down

the engine when the vehicle exceeds the speed rating of the original

equipment tires. But if you have installed tires with a higher speed rating

for off-highway competition in sanctioned events, your vehicle may be

able to achieve a higher top-speed. A tire’s maximum safe speed under

perfect conditions is marked on its sidewall. Codes for popular high-

performance tires are: T=118 mph, U=124 mph, H=130 mph, V=149

mph, Z=149+ mph. This feature may only be used with Factory approved

speed rated tires.

The option to lower the top speed limiter is available to restrict the

driver to a maximum speed limit. Some examples of the use of this

feature are to limit the speed of inexperienced drivers, valet parking,

or fleet vehicle management. The top speed value will be set to the

value the user selects. Selections range from 25 MPH to 255 MPH in

increments of 5 MPH.

NOTE: Always obey Federal Trafﬁc Laws. Do not raise the vehicle top

speed limiter above the speed rating of the tires installed on the vehicle.

Raising the vehicle top speed limiter above the speed rating of the tires

installed on the vehicle may lead to a serious or fatal accident.

TIRE SIZE

This feature recalibrates the speedometer and odometer, and the part

throttle shifting for auto transmissions (some vehicles), if non-stock tires

have been installed on the vehicle. This option is adjustable in ¼ inch

increments. It is critical to measure the actual tire height. This is the total

diameter of the wheel and tire together, as measured distance from the

ground to the top of the tire, at the center line of the wheel. Make sure

the tires have proper air pressure. Compare your settings to a GPS, and

adjust the height up or down as needed to dial in the exact calibration.

Another method of measuring the tire diameter:

1. Place a chalk mark on the tire where it contacts the pavement and

also mark the pavement. These marks should be at the center of the

tire footprint pointing straight down to the pavement.

2. Roll the vehicle in a straight line until the chalk mark makes one

revolution and is pointing straight down at the pavement again. Mark

the pavement again at this new spot.

3. Measure (in inches) the distance between the two (2) marks on the

pavement. Divide the measurement by 3.1416. This will give you the

tire height in inches.

GEAR RATIO

This feature will recalibrate the speedometer and odometer readings, and

part-throttle shifting for automatic transmissions (some vehicles), if an

aftermarket gear is installed. The programmer will provide the selections

supported by your vehicle. No other options are available.

SHIFT POINTS (Auto Transmission Only)

This feature allows adjustment of the wide open throttle shift RPM for each

gear. This adjustment is typically in 100 RPM increments. This setting does

not affect part throttle shifting. To determine the factory shift point in each

gear, accelerate the throttle wide open while in Drive, and hold it until the

transmission shifts. Note the RPM when the gear change occurs.

These settings are totally subjective, and based on user feel, or by the

time slip at the track.

For shift point optimizing, test only one (1) shift point at a time until the

best RPM shift point is found for each. The shift point adjustment range

is +/-500 RPM in approximately 100 RPM increments for each of the

shift points for the vehicle. If changes are made to the shift points, the rev

limiter must also be adjusted accordingly (see chart below). Not doing so

may result in damage to the engine or power train.

Rev Limit Shift Points Rev Limit Shift Points

- 500 - 500 + 100 + 100 or lower

- 400 - 400 or lower + 200 + 200 or lower

- 300 - 300 or lower + 300 + 300 or lower

- 200 - 200 or lower + 400 + 400 or lower

- 100 - 100 or lower + 500 + 500 or lower

Stock Stock or lower

SHIFT FIRMNESS (Automatic Transmission Only)

This feature electronically increases the automatic transmission line

pressure for ﬁrmer shifts, reducing clutch slippage and transmission oil

temperatures, and prolonging transmission life. These settings are totally

subjective, and based on user feel.

FAN TEMP

This feature allows adjustment of the temperatures of the vehicle’s

electric cooling fans to match a lower temperature thermostat. The fan

will turn on when the engine reaches the programmed temperature. Note

this feature will not control the actual engine temperature. It only controls

when the fan turns on and off.

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SECTION 4: UPDATING YOUR PROGRAMMER

The programmer may need to be updated if support for the vehicle was

added after the manufacture date of the programmer, or if the vehicle has

a calibration that is not supported by the programmer. Follow the steps

below to update your programmer.

1. Install the Tuner Update Software.

The Tuner Update Software can be installed on any Windows-based

PC from the same CD where these instructions are located, or it can

be downloaded from the website at the link below. Note: The Tuner

Update Software is not compatible on Apple/MAC operating systems.

http://www.webservice99.com/downloads/tunerupdateapplication/

V2/Current/UpdateInstallV2.exe

2. Connect the programmer to the PC with the supplied USB cable.

3. Open the Tuner Update Application software from the PC.

Once the update software is installed, there will be a shortcut installed on

your desktop. Double click the shortcut to start the program.

4. Click the ‘Update Tuner’ button, and follow the instructions on the screen.

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For 90 days from the original purchase of this product, OEMTOOLS™will warranty this item. If you ﬁnd any defect in material or workmanship, through

normal usage, return it to the place of purchase or to OEMTOOLS™for repair or replacement at our discretion. In order to obtain this service send your

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for lost or damaged goods during transportation, please insure your package. If our inspection veriﬁes the defect, we will either repair or replace the

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repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty,

then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

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