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ECM TUNER

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tion

Upda

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Installa

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Installing the

Tune

Uninstalling

the T

une

Oper

ating

the

HDGT

Inf

tion

14.

Once you have confirmed the vehicle/engine

application, the ECM Tuner will load the new files and

restart. Once the ECM Tuner has restarted, the update

process is complete.

LOADING IMAGE

58%

Selected:

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Loading file from SD card.

BOOTING IMAGE

Screen will darken and Device

will chirp for 5 seconds.

Do not unplug or cycle key.

VEHICLES

Go Back

Select

DOWN

Caterpillar

CUMMINS

DETROIT

PACCAR

Summary of Contents for ECM Tuner

Page 1: ...Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled vehicles based and registered in California OWNER S MANUAL ECM TUNER Cummins part 46511 CAT part 46521 Detroit Mercedes part 46531 Paccar part 46541...

Page 2: ...19 Installing the Tune 20 44 About Installing the Tune 20 Important Preparation Steps 21 24 Detroit Mercedes Cummins and Paccar Engines 25 32 Cat Engines 33 44 Uninstalling the Tune 45 49 Operating th...

Page 3: ...the Tune Operating the HDGT More Information 7 7 19 44 4 2 4 49 64 4 3 1 4 67 69 Important Note You MUST uninstall the tune from your engine before taking your vehicle in for ANY type of service CAT...

Page 4: ...Physical Installation Installing the Tune Uninstalling the Tune Operating the HDGT More Information Parts List and Description Parts List Head Unit HDMI Cable Mini USB Cable microSD Card SD Card Reade...

Page 5: ...only to be touched lightly Back Side 1 Mini USB Port Allows the HDGT to be connected to a computer with the included Mini USB cable 2 HDMI Port Connects the HDMI cable which links the Head Unit and t...

Page 6: ...ort and use the matching plug If both plug types are present use the 9 pin connection The diagram below shows the important parts of each type of Data Plug 1 9 Pin Data Plug Face 2 6 Pin Data Plug Fac...

Page 7: ...e HDGT More Information HDMI Cable The 5 foot HDMI cable connects the ECM Tuner to the Data Plug It also features a Mini USB pigtail port for the Bully Dog Sensor Docking Station Mini USB Cable The Mi...

Page 8: ...Operating the HDGT More Information MicroSD Memory Card The microSD memory card holds all of the electronic files for the ECM Tuner the ECM Tuner will not function if the card is not installed The car...

Page 9: ...the engineering team to fix the problems as quickly as possible If these fixes can help other people avoid similar problems the engineers include them in the updates that are released for everybody On...

Page 10: ...ve developed How can I tell which software version is currently loaded on my ECM Tuner 1 Go to the Main Menu top left button 2 Highlight Show Settings right button 3 SELECT the highlighted option bott...

Page 11: ...3 Click on the Update Agent button for the HD GT and HD WatchDog 4 Let the file finish downloading 5 Find the setup exe file and double click it to run the Heavy Duty Update Agent setup 6 If a Windows...

Page 12: ...he Heavy Duty Update Agent is already installed you will find it in the following folder on your Windows Start Menu All Programs Bully Dog Technologies Heavy Duty Update Agent If the Heavy Duty Update...

Page 13: ...indow or click Continue without scanning if a dialog box pops up with an option to scan and fix BDCARD b Close the window if you receive an Autoplay pop up with options like Open folder to view files...

Page 14: ...e Heavy Duty Update Agent will prompt you to register the ECM Tuner if it has not already been done a To register fill out the fields and click Submit b To register at a later time click Cancel 6 The...

Page 15: ...date instructions in this section of the manual 7 Once the update is complete a pop up will appear with instructions to finish the update steps 7 13 in this manual a Click OK 8 The dialogue box will d...

Page 16: ...nd the ECM Tuner will power on Go to the Main Menu top left button 10 Go to the Main Menu top left button 11 Use the buttons on the right of the ECM Tuner to scroll down and highlight one of the follo...

Page 17: ...ou chose Change Vehicle Engine or Change Engine Vehicle a Use the buttons on the right to find and highlight the correct vehicle engine or engine vehicle application on the list b Press the bottom lef...

Page 18: ...hicle engine application the ECM Tuner will load the new files and restart Once the ECM Tuner has restarted the update process is complete LOADING IMAGE 58 Selected XXXXXXXXXXXXXX Loading file from SD...

Page 19: ...n the driver s side of the cab On the lower front part of the dash Near the back of the driver s seat Under the driver s seat 1 Line up the pin pattern on the face of the data plug to the hole pattern...

Page 20: ...to the Installing the Tuning section When the install process is complete users can disconnect the ECM tuner and store it in a safe spot SPECIAL NOTE Volvo trucks with Cummins engines some Cat engine...

Page 21: ...my you need to use the Install Tuning feature The process is basically the same when you are installing the tune changing certain settings or uninstalling CAUTION This option actively reprograms the e...

Page 22: ...ns Do NOT install if the vehicle is in a remote location DO make sure that you have access to a phone and a computer with internet access If you encounter problems during the install you may need to u...

Page 23: ...o Cigarette lighters USB ports or other types of electrical outlets in the vehicle DOdisconnectanyotheraftermarketelectronicdevice Thisincludes Trailer brakes stereo alarm CB remote start DPF delete S...

Page 24: ...with Internet access Do install the microSD memory card into the ECM Tuner DO make sure that the tune has not already been installed 1 Go to the Main Menu on the ECM Tuner From the Main Menu press th...

Page 25: ...s to install the tune Locked to Vehicle Connect the ECM Tuner to the original vehicle and uninstall the tune If this cannot be done contact technical support a fee may be required to reset the device...

Page 26: ...reen prompts to complete the tune installation Detailed Instructions 1 Physically install the ECM Tuner 2 Prepare to install the tune 3 Turn the key to the RUN or ON position Do NOT start the engine A...

Page 27: ...le type right buttons b SELECT the highlighted option bottom left button 6 Double check and confirm that you have selected the correct vehicle type If it is not correct you can choose NO bottom right...

Page 28: ...ile from the memory card to the device This process if fast and may take one minute or less The ECM Tuner will show a percentage counter to track its progress 9 The ECM Tuner will reboot restart and s...

Page 29: ...If the vehicle type is not correct restart the ECM Tuner by cycling the key to the OFF and then ON or RUN positions do NOT start the engine Then choose Change Vehicle Engine from the Main Menu to sele...

Page 30: ...r will show a percentage counter to track its progress Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner 18 The ECM Tuner will read the file This means that the ECM Tuner is reading the stock file from your engine compu...

Page 31: ...M Tuner will process the calibration The ECM Tuner will show a percentage counter to track its progress Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner 21 The ECM Tuner will read the calibration The ECM Tuner will sho...

Page 32: ...to turn the key to the OFF position a Turn the key to the OFF position b Press Continue top right button 25 The ECM Tuner will display a countdown Leave the key in the OFF position Do NOT interrupt t...

Page 33: ...boot and show the Main Menu screen a Test to make sure that your vehicle starts and runs correctly If so the tune has been successfully installed and you are ready to enjoy your ECM Tuner Read trouble...

Page 34: ...et access 3 Use the Update Agent to download the Phase 3 files to the memory card Phase 3 1 Install the memory card into the ECM Tuner 2 Turn the key to the RUN or ON position 3 Choose Install Tuning...

Page 35: ...disconnect and update 5 If it is the first time the ECM Tuner has been connected to a vehicle it may require that you select an engine type before you are allowed to continue If you are not prompted...

Page 36: ...er than three minutes The ECM Tuner will show a percentage counter while it is loading then the screen will darken and the device will chirp for approximately five seconds while it reboots 8 The ECM T...

Page 37: ...eive a message stating that the ECM Tuner has not been registered a Press Continue to proceed with the tuning and be sure to register later ECM Tuner Go Back MAIN MENU UP DOWN SELECT Install Tuning Sp...

Page 38: ...Continue top right button 20 Once the ECM Tuner shows that Phase 1 is complete begin Phase 2 Go Back YES CAUTION Please verify vehicle type Installing on a CATERPILLAR If this is correct press YES to...

Page 39: ...croSD memory card into the card reader 4 Plug the card reader with the microSD card into a computer USB port Close the Autoplay window if it pops up Close the window or click Continue without scanning...

Page 40: ...atically recognize the memory card The Update Agent may prompt you to complete registration this is required to continue with Phase 2 of the Cat engine tune installation If the ECM Tuner is already re...

Page 41: ...te Agent time to complete the following tasks Download tuning files The Update Agent will retrieve the correct tuning files from the Bully Dog website Files correct Uploading to Device The Update Agen...

Page 42: ...nue If you Disagree press the top left button this will end the tune installation This is the last point at which you can safely exit Phase 3 of the tune installation A C C OFF R U N S T A R T Go Back...

Page 43: ...ill provide a list of available engine tunes Select the tune you prefer Stock Original factory power levels Economy 6 12 improvement in fuel mileage with good driving habits Power Economy 6 12 improve...

Page 44: ...the OFF position Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner 14 Turn the key to the RUN or ON position Do NOT start the engine a Press Continue top right button BUILDING FILE 3 Setting Power Econ Tune Please wait...

Page 45: ...left button 17 The ECM Tuner will reboot to the menu a Start vehicle and make sure it runs correctly If so the tune has been successfully installed and you are ready to enjoy your ECM Tuner See troubl...

Page 46: ...e prompts on the ECM Tuner screen Detailed instructions 1 Prepare the vehicle to uninstall the tune 2 Turn the key to RUN or ON 3 Go to the Main Menu top left button The process of uninstalling the tu...

Page 47: ...h you can safely exit the uninstall process 7 The ECM Tuner will build the file This process if fast is should take about one minute The ECM Tuner will show a percentage counter to track its progress...

Page 48: ...ans that the ECM Tuner is actively writing the tune to the engine computer This process can take between 15 and 45 minutes it will take about hour on most vehicles Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner 10 Wh...

Page 49: ...wn the ECM Tuner will prompt you to turn the key to the RUN position a Turn the key to the RUN or ON position a Do NOT start the engine b Press Continue top right button 13 The ECM Tuner will complete...

Page 50: ...nd show the Main Menu screen a Test to make sure that your vehicle runs correctly If you vehicle does not start contact technical support b Check the status of the ECM Tuner to make sure that it shows...

Page 51: ...to your vehicle engine MAIN MENU Go Back Select up DOWN Install Tuning Special Features User Options Vehicle Settings Vehicle Diagnostics Show Settings Uninstall Device Update Device Software Change V...

Page 52: ...e screen will change depending on which features are available for your vehicle It will look similar to the illustration below The special features described in this section are not available for ever...

Page 53: ...n at idle before the engine is automatically shut off How to Adjust Special Features 1 Access the Special Features as described on page 51 2 Highlight the feature that you want to change right buttons...

Page 54: ...ted option bottom left button 4 Highlight Adjust Backlight right buttons 5 SELECT the highlighted option bottom left button 6 Highlight the theme you wish to adjust right buttons The screen will displ...

Page 55: ...ally return to the previous screen Set Background Theme Change the color theme separate settings are available for day and night modes Choose from eight preset color themes or create your own customiz...

Page 56: ...heme is selected the ECM Tuner will automatically return to the previous screen Additional steps are required to set a customized theme see the next section Go Back UP SELECT COLOR THEMES SpiderNeg Da...

Page 57: ...on It is possible to exit without changing the setting To exit press Go Back top left button 4 Change the foreground color right buttons The screen will display a preview of each color option The fore...

Page 58: ...ECM Tuner will go back to the background color step 2 and the cycle will continue until you exit the CUSTOM THEME menu 8 To exit press Go Back top left button CUSTOM THEME Go Back SELECT BORDER COLOR...

Page 59: ...ELECT the highlighted option bottom left button 6 Press YES to confirm that you want to set a password bottom left button It is possible to exit without setting a password To exit press Go Back top le...

Page 60: ...ect a digit to the left of the cursor press the button repeatedly until it cycles back to correct digit 8 Press ENTER top left button 9 Confirm the password by entering it into the ECM Tuner a second...

Page 61: ...ted by the cursor use the buttons on the right To move the cursor to the right press MOVE CURSOR bottom left button If you need to correct a digit to the left of the cursor press the button repeatedly...

Page 62: ...tton It is possible to exit without resetting the ECM Tuner To exit press NO bottom right button or Go Back top left button 7 The ECM Tuner will reset and reboot The ECM Tuner will remain locked to a...

Page 63: ...lay them on the screen Keep reading for more information about what to do if DTCs are detected If no DTCs are found the ECM Tuner will display a message that no codes are present If the ECM Tuner repo...

Page 64: ...from the engine computer IMPORTANT NOTE Most DTCs indicate a problem with the engine not the ECM Tuner To determine if the ECM Tuner is causing a DTC follow these steps 1 Uninstall the tune 2 Drive th...

Page 65: ...buttons 5 SELECT the highlighted option bottom left button 6 Highlight the correct engine type year right buttons 7 SELECT the highlighted option bottom left button 8 Press YES to confirm the file and...

Page 66: ...omputer via USB cable it enters USB mode In order to use the Update Agent keep the ECM Tuner in USB Mode If you want to use your computer to power the ECM Tuner and access some of the functions withou...

Page 67: ...access Checking GT Status There are two different aspects of the ECM Tuner that can affect whether or not it can be installed on a vehicle 1 If the tune on the ECM Tuner has been installed on a vehicl...

Page 68: ...e 3 If the vehicle still does not start contact technical support NOTE The Show Settings screens will also indicate if the ECM Tuner is locked because the tune has been installed and or a Special Feat...

Page 69: ...68 ECM TUNER NOTES...

Page 70: ...r and Fuel Economy Increase Boost Pressure 6 10 lbs over StockTurbos Cartridge 100 Balanced for Fast Spool and Longer Life No Core Charge OneYearWarranty CERAMIC COATED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS 18 More Airfl...

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