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- Page 1 HYPERTECH ® POWER PROGRAMMER III ™ FOR 5.7L LT1/LT4 CAMARO/FIREBIRD/CORVETTE IMPALA SS/CAPRICE/ROADMASTER STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Part #895 7.7.06 © 2006 Hypertech, Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Information ......2 Overview ........3 Section 1: PowerStat ™... -
Page 3: Important Information
CARB approval in the form of executive Orders (E.O.s) for any product not qualifying as a direct replacement for an original equipment part. Hypertech includes meeting all E.O. requirements in its product development process. This guarantees that users of Hypertech “Power Tuning”... -
Page 4: Overview
Hypertech’s engine Power Tuning. HYPERTECH POWER PROGRAMMER III INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW Congratulations! You are the owner of the Power Programmer III, the latest in high-performance tuning technology. Now you can optimize your engine’s tuning, as well as adjust other vehicle parameters (see table of contents), all at the touch of a button. -
Page 5: Section 1: Powerstat Installation
SECTION 1: POWERSTAT INSTALLATION Tools and supplies required 8mm socket and ratchet 1/4” flathead screwdriver DEX-COOL anti-freeze coolant (GM part #1234-6290) • WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHANGE NOTE: After installing the A THERMOSTAT ON A HOT ENGINE PowerStat, if any coolant •... - Page 6 9. Reinstall the mass air flow sensor side of the air intake duct. To install the throttle body side of the duct, use the flathead screwdriver to secure the lower side of the duct onto the underside of the throttle body, then work the sides and the top of the duct onto the throttle body assembly.
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Page 7: Section 2: Programming Instructions
SECTION 2: PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS FOR 1994 CAMARO/FIREBIRD AND 1994-1995 IMPALA SS/CAPRICE/ROADMASTER: • Connect one (1) end of the provided cable to the black plastic adapter using the thumbscrews as in Figure C. Connect the other end of the cable to the programmer as shown in Figure D, and tighten the thumbscrews. - Page 8 • Press the L arrow on the programmer. The following displays should appear immediately on the LCD screen (where X.X.X.X is the version number): SYSTEM TEST WAIT HYPERTECH POWER PROGRAMMER VERSION X.X.X.X FOR XXXX-XXXX LT1/LT4 VEHICLES •...
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Page 9: Engine Tuning
‘Y’ button to lock in your choice. A. ENGINE TUNING PRESS Y TO INSTALL HYPERTECH POWER TUNING PRESS N TO KEEP FACTORY ENGINE TUNING • Press the ‘Y’ button to install engine tuning. Press ‘N’ to keep the stock vehicle tuning. -
Page 10: Electric Cooling Fan Operating Range
USE UP/DOWN ARROWS TO SELECT THERMOSTAT TEMP, THEN PRESS Y TO SELECT OR N TO EXIT. _ _ _F • Use the L and M arrows to select between optimizing the cooling fan temperature settings for: 180° Hypertech PowerStat Fans on/off at: 213°F/205° 160° Hypertech PowerStat Fans on/off at: 192°F/185°F Stock Cooling Fan Temperatures: Fans on/off at: 240°F/225°F... -
Page 11: Top-Speed Limiter
D. TOP-SPEED LIMITER PRESS Y TO ADJUST TOP SPEED LIMIT TO MATCH SPEED RATING OF HIGH-PERFORMANCE TIRES PRESS N TO KEEP STOCK TOP SPEED LIMIT • Press the ‘N’ button to keep your vehicle’s stock top-speed limiter and skip to the next option. USE UP/DOWN ARROWS TO ADJUST TOP SPEED LIMIT, THEN PRESS Y TO SELECT OR N TO EXIT. -
Page 12: Rear Gear Ratio
HOW TO DETERMINE TIRE HEIGHT If you do not know your tire height, ask your tire dealer or measure a tire as follows: 1. Place a chalk mark on the tire where it contacts the pave- ment and also mark the pavement. These marks should be at the center of the tire footprint pointing straight down to the pavement. -
Page 13: Transmission Shift Point Mph & Rpm
G. TRANSMISSION SHIFT POINT MPH & RPM (AUTOMATICS ONLY) Be sure to read and understand this entire section before attempting to re-program your shift points. The shift point option allows you to change the RPM at which your transmission shifts at wide-open throttle to find the very best shift points for maximum acceleration. - Page 14 vehicle to cross the finish line without making that last shift. The highest shift point RPM you can use must always be less than the rev limiter RPM. If you do hit the rev limiter, the computer will shut the fuel off until RPMs drop sufficiently, so let off the throttle and abort that test run.
- Page 15 Once optimized, repeat the same procedure for the 2-3 shift and the 3-4 shift. NOTE: These tables are for general reference ONLY. Vehicles will vary slightly depending on tire height and accuracy of the tachometer. Camaro/Firebird/Corvette automatic transmission shift tables* Rear gear ratios 2.59:1 &...
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Page 16: Transmission Shift Firmness
H. TRANSMISSION SHIFT FIRMNESS (AUTOMATICS ONLY) PRESS Y IF YOU HAVE INSTALLED AN AFTERMARKET SHIFT KIT PRESS N TO CONTINUE • Press ‘Y’ if you have installed an aftermarket shift kit into your automatic transmission. The shift kit has already firmed up your shifts. -
Page 17: Programming
(5) minutes, LEAVE THE KEY IN THE ‘ON’ POSITION and unplug the Power Programmer from the diagnostic port. Then, reinsert the cable into the diagnostic port and press the L button. This will allow the programming to continue. If the problem continues, call Hypertech at 901-382-8888. - Page 18 • Start the engine and make sure the Service Engine Soon light on your instrument cluster goes out (If it stays on or flashes, call Hypertech at 901-382-8888). Warm the engine up and make sure it is running smoothly. • CHECK FOR DETONATION. Whether you have selected...
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Page 19: Section 3: Programming Back To Stock/Changing Options
Since the programmer has programmed your vehicle’s computer, this screen will appear: HYPERTECH POWER TUNING INSTALLED • Then this screen will appear: PRESS Y TO RETURN VEHICLE TO FACTORY SETTINGS PRESS N TO ACCESS POWER PROGRAMMER FEATURES •... -
Page 20: Section 4: Troubleshooting Guide
3. Wait at least five (5) minutes for the programmer to re-establish communication and program the vehicle. 4. If the three (3) steps above do not correct the problem, call Hypertech at 901-382-8888. 2. CABLE REMOVED WHILE PROGRAMMING • The programmer will lose power during programming if the cable is removed for any reason. - Page 21 This screen will appear: CODE 6D: CAL NOT FOUND • Call Hypertech at the provided phone number on the programmer screen. Please have your vehicle VIN number ready. The Hypertech technical staff will instruct you what to do.
- Page 22 (2) halves. Remove the old battery by gently pulling up on it and replace it with a new one. Put the two (2) halves together and reinstall the screws. Call Hypertech at 901-382-8888 if this does not correct the problem.
- Page 23 This will result in the loss of your Hypertech Power Tuning data. The Hypertech Power Programmer has an internal security system that allows its Power Tuning program to be installed in only one vehicle at a time.
- Page 24 SPECIALTY AUTO PARTS CONSUMER’S BILL OF RIGHTS Your Rights To Personalize Your Vehicle Article 1: You have the Right to buy high-quality, reliable aftermarket performance and specialty parts, accessories, and styling options. Article 2: You have the Right to use high-quality aftermarket parts and know that your new vehicle warranty claims will be honored.
- Page 25 Power gains shown are specific to the vehicle tested and representative of the average gains verified. For a color, printable power graph of your particular application, check out our website at www.hypertech.com.
- Page 26 Denim w/Khaki Bill Khaki w/Navy Blue Bill Coffee Mugs Enjoy your morning coffee with the Hypertech coffee mug, displaying the Hypertech logo and engine icon in full color on both sides - Part #626. To Place An Order, Call Hypertech at 901-385-1888.
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