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Form   0164D  2825   07/17/08                                                                                           

 

Superchips Inc.

 

Superchips Inc.

  

1790 East Airport Blvd., Sanford, FL. 32773  (407) 585-7000  http://www.Superchips.com 

Superchip & Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips, Inc. 

 

Superchips Model 2825 

flashpaq

 Tuner 

1999-2006 Corvette, 1999-2002 Camaro V8,  

Firebird/Trans Am V8, 2004-2005 Cadillac CTSV, 

2004-2006 Pontiac GTO 

2006-2008 Impala SS, Monte Carlo SS, Grand Prix GXP 

Vehicle Programming Instructions 

 

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE INSTRUCTION SHEET BEFORE YOU PROCEED 

 

Thank you for choosing Superchips’ new FLASHPAQ 
Tuner, a state-of-the-art, high powered tuning and data 
acquisition

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 tool. We listened to our customers and created 

this product from your requests. 

 

The new FLASHPAQ Tuner includes the following 
features: 
 

Internet Updateable

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 – Supports web updates 

Built-In DTC Definitions – 

No lookup manual needed 

Built-In Help Screens – 

Reduces needs for user manual

 

USB Communications

 – Connects to any PC

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 with USB 

Multiple Tuning Levels

 – User Selectable Tuning Types 

Increased User Options

 – Allow user more control 

Ergonomically Designed Case

 – Fits well in hand 

Large, SoftKey Buttons 

– Easy operation  

Permanently mounted cable

 – No assembly required 

300% Bigger Screen

 – Includes graphics support 

BackLight Screen – 

Easy to view day or night

 

 
Your 2825 FLASHPAQ tuner is setup specifically for 1999-

2008 GM vehicle applications. It is comprised of all the past tuning expertise that previously went 
into our 2724, & 2725 Max Microtuner product lines and now includes cutting-edge technology 
all rolled up into the 2825 Flashpaq. The 2825 FLASHPAQ houses specialized databases that 
contain optimally calibrated, individual vehicle application, performance programs which tune 
BOTH the engine & transmission. Superchips calibrations include optimization of the entire 
power band – from idle to redline! Part throttle, as well as Wide Open Throttle is covered with 
Superchips FLASHPAQ Tuning.  
 
Superchips calibrations include 91 Octane Performance files for stock vehicles. Visit 

www.Superchips.com

 and for additional features and product updates. Also, watch for our new 

Data Acquisition at 

www.Superchips.com

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The Superchips 2825 FLASHPAQ also offers users the following options for most vehicles: 
 
Adjustable Vehicle Top Speed Limiter 
Adjustable Engine Rev Limiter 
Adjustable Gear Range (proportional correction of speedometer and shift points) 
Adjustable WOT Shift Points, per gear, available for automatic transmissions  
Adjustable Shift Firmness, per gear, available for automatic transmissions  
Adjustable Electric Cooling Fan temperature set points (when vehicle equipped) 
Adjustable 1-4 Skip Shift “CAGS” /  “CARS” (for manual transmissions)

                                                 

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 Visit 

Superchips.com 

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 Windows XP/2000 or higher (MAC Not supported) 

 
 

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Form   0164D  2825   07/17/08                                                                                           

 

Superchips Inc.

 

Superchips Inc.

  

1790 East Airport Blvd., Sanford, FL. 32773  (407) 585-7000  http://www.Superchips.com 

Superchip & Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips, Inc. 

 

Table of Contents 

Product Information 

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Table of Contents 

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Superchips Warranty & Return Policy 

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Dealership Reprogramming 
Vehicle Preparation 

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Section A: Overview of FLASHPAQ 

Hardware Overview 

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Connecting Flashpaq to my vehicle 

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Open Screen Overview 

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Quick Start – Flashpaq Setup & Info 

Part number, Firmware, Database, Serial Number 

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Set Screen Contrast 

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Set Screen Backlight 

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Quick Start – Program NOW 

Program my vehicle with 

Superchips

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Program my vehicle with 

User Options

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Program my vehicle to 

factory stock

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Menu Layout – FLASHPAQ 

FLASHPAQ Hardware Setup & Info 

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Menu Layout – Performance Tuning  

Read Vehicle 

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Change Setup  

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View Settings 

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Program Vehicle 

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Menu Layout – Advanced Features 

Data Logging 

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Diagnostics  

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     Read and Clear DTC’s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) 

 

 
 

Section B: Frequently Asked Questions 

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) 

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Recovery Procedure 

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Summary of Contents for flashpaq 2825

Page 1: ...ottle is covered with Superchips FLASHPAQ Tuning Superchips calibrations include 91 Octane Performance files for stock vehicles Visit www Superchips com and for additional features and product updates Also watch for our new Data Acquisition at www Superchips com The Superchips 2825 FLASHPAQ also offers users the following options for most vehicles Adjustable Vehicle Top Speed Limiter Adjustable En...

Page 2: ...eturn Authorization RA number 2 Mark the outside of the shipping package with the RA number Packages that are not marked with the RA number will be refused 3 Make a copy of your sales receipt The sales receipt must be from the location where you purchased your Product and must include the name of the business where you purchased the Product and the address of such business Invoices credit card sta...

Page 3: ...perchips are registered trademarks of Superchips Inc Section A Overview of FLASHPAQ 2 Connecting Flashpaq to my vehicle Diagnostic port close up The Flashpaq plugs into your vehicle s diagnostic port usually underneath the dash and below the steering wheel See white arrow The port and cable are setup to only fit on one way Typically the wider edge faces the top as shown above 3 The Opening Screen ...

Page 4: ...8 of 24 Form 0164D 2825 07 17 08 Superchips Inc Superchips Inc 1790 East Airport Blvd Sanford FL 32773 407 585 7000 http www Superchips com Superchip Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips Inc Section A Overview of FLASHPAQ 5 Quick Start Program my vehicle with Superchips NOW Please follow the steps below to program your vehicle From the opening screen Press NEXT to scroll as needed 1 ...

Page 5: ...HPAQ From the Previous Screen Step 2 Press NEXT to scroll as needed Press Plus Minus to adjust settings 1 Press ENTER selects Change Setup 2 Press ENTER selects Power Level 3 Press SAVE selects the highlighted tuning level 4 Press YES selects Adjust User Options 5 Press SAVE after selection of Axle Gear Ratio 6 Press SAVE after selection of Full Throttle Shift Point 1 2 7 Press SAVE after selectio...

Page 6: ...n Off removing the key Upon completion remove cable from vehicle as instructed on screen Your vehicle s program is now returned to factory stock You may now start your vehicle Press to Start Press for Accessory Run on Press to turn Off Page 12 of 24 Form 0164D 2825 07 17 08 Superchips Inc Superchips Inc 1790 East Airport Blvd Sanford FL 32773 407 585 7000 http www Superchips com Superchip Superchi...

Page 7: ...hicle Read Vehicle ID Read Stock Display Vehicle ID Read Stock Vehicle Page 14 of 24 Form 0164D 2825 07 17 08 Superchips Inc Superchips Inc 1790 East Airport Blvd Sanford FL 32773 407 585 7000 http www Superchips com Superchip Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips Inc Section A Overview of FLASHPAQ Change Setup Power Level Performance Selects Superchips optimum performance tuning for ...

Page 8: ...chips Increase 50 500 RPM Increase 0 5 5 MPH Stock Superchips Increase 50 500 RPM Increase 1 0 10 MPH Stock Superchips Increase 50 500 RPM Increase 0 7 7 5 MPH Stock Superchips Increase 2 20PSI Page 16 of 24 Form 0164D 2825 07 17 08 Superchips Inc Superchips Inc 1790 East Airport Blvd Sanford FL 32773 407 585 7000 http www Superchips com Superchip Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips...

Page 9: ... Superchips com Superchip Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips Inc Section A Overview of FLASHPAQ FlashPaq Main Menu FlashPaq Setup Performance Tuning Advanced Features Diagnostic Codes Data Logging Read DTCs Advanced Clear DTCs Log by Speed Log by Distance Advanced Features Diagnostics Display DTC s Reads displays DTC s Diagnostic Trouble Codes from connected vehicle This feature is...

Page 10: ...00 http www Superchips com Superchip Superchips are registered trademarks of Superchips Inc Section B F A Q Frequently Asked Questions C Vehicle Requires a Factory Dealer Update If your FLASHPAQ Tuner has found your vehicle box code and it is problematic to tune the following messages will be displayed Vehicle Requires a Factory Update Call Superchips Use Code E XX XX a two digit number Record thi...

Page 11: ... I Upload Error If the FLASHPAQ Tuner cannot detect the ignition is in the on position the following messages will be displayed Problem with uploading Please retry Call Superchips Use Code E XX XX a two digit number Solution Make sure Ignition is ON DO NOT START VEHICLE Retry again It is possible that your vehicle s battery charge is low please check and correct if necessary J Ignition ON Error If...

Page 12: ...stered trademarks of Superchips Inc If it is necessary to return your Flashpaq Tuner to Superchips please take a moment to copy and fill out this form The following information will be necessary to process your request Check list Complete this form and have it available when you contact Superchips Contact Superchips Customer Service 407 585 7000 to obtain an RA number An RA number must be issued e...

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