Page 1: Table Of Contents
Display and Keypad description Before Installing DiabloSport Performance Tune Preparing Vehicle for DiabloSport Performance Tune Installation Important note regarding DiabloSport Performance Tune Parameter modification OBD-II Diagnostic port locations Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system Installing a tune into a vehicle...
Page 2: End User License Agreement
ToolRama shall retain all title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the Prod- be limited to the price of the Product paid by Purchaser, or, at DiabloSport’s option, repair or replacement of uct. Purchaser agrees that Purchaser shall not, directly or indirectly, modify, translate, reverse engineer, the Product.
Page 3: Predator Satisfaction Guarantee / Return Policy
Predator Satisfaction Guarantee/ tune to your vehicle and return the Predator to the selling dealer, and pending examination of the tool by DiabloSport, you will receive a refund Return Policy from your selling dealer. Under no circumstances will DiabloSport accept the return of a Predator unit that has a factory tune remaining in it.
Page 4: Display And Keypad Description
Display and Keypad description This is a simulation of the Predator’s screen. Have the tool in front of you while reading this manual ! ESC Key: Arrow up: Scroll page back to previous page. Scroll up the menu. Arrow left: Arrow right: Scroll menu to the left.
Page 5: Before Installing Diablosport Performance Tune
PCM (Powertrain Control Module). User MUST ensure that the factory “stock” tune is in the vehicle’s PCM before installing the DiabloSport tune. GM dealer re-flashes are the same as stock factory tune. Serious engine damage can occur if the Predator tune is...
Page 6: Preparing Vehicle For Diablosport Performance Tune Installation
Preparing Vehicle for DiabloSport Performance Tune Installation The vehicle MUST be running on 91-93 octane Super Un-Leaded/Premium grade fuel before installing DiabloSport Performance tune. Amoco or Mobil Super Un-Leaded/Premium grade fuels are highly recommended. • Apply parking brake to de-activate daytime running lights.
Page 7: Important Note Regarding Diablosport Performance Tune Parameter Modification
These parameters, as well as others in the Predator, should only be modified by an experienced tuner and should not be modified unless necessary. DiabloSport will not be held responsible for vehicles with modified parameters since we are not present to monitor the adjusted parameters; therefore we recommend that this should be left untouched by inexperienced users.
Page 8 OBD-II Diagnostic port locations 99-03 Vette 99-02 Firebird/Camaro Driver side underneath dash in the center, facing floor. Driver side underneath dash, right hand side facing driver. Back to Table of Contents...
Page 9: Obd-Ii Diagnostic Port Locations
OBD-II Diagnostic port locations 99-02 Chevrolet/GMC 1500/2500/3500 trucks Chevrolet Tahoe / Avalanche / GMC Yukon / Denali Cadillac Escalade / Escalade EXT Driver side underneath dash, left hand side above parking brake. Back to Table of Contents...
Page 10: Vehicles Equipped With The Gm Onstar System
Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system Due to fact that the GM OnStar system sends transmissions periodically to the vehicle we suggest that the system should temporarily be disabled during the installation and modification process. If the OnStar system is not disabled during install and modification and the system should receive a transmission in the middle of tune install or backup, the tool will be interrupted and the process will have to be started over again.
Page 11 Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system - Step1 Turn ignition OFF! Locate the fuse panel in the engine compartment behind battery on the driver’s side. Carefully remove cover and locate the SEO 1 fuse (Special Equipment Option Power). Location may vary from illustration, consult your user manual. Carefully remove the fuse with the ignition OFF.
Page 12 Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system - Step 2 - 3 Turn ignition ON, look and confirm that the OnStar Dash light is turned OFF. If the light is still ON continue with step 3, if it is OFF continue and install DiabloSport tune. Step 3 Turn ignition OFF! Locate the fuse panel located on the driver’s side dashboard, carefully remove cover...
Page 13 Vehicles equipped with the GM OnStar system - Step 4 Once completed reinstall the fuses with the ignition OFF. Back to Table of Contents...
Page 14 Installing a tune into a vehicle • Locate OBD-II diagnostic port on your vehicle. (see reference picture in Section “viii” and “ix”) DO NOT • Connect Predator into vehicle’s diagnostic port and turn ignition to on position ( start the engine); the following screen will be displayed: Controllers Tune It will take the user through the process of...
Page 15 Turn the ignition ON may result to your vehicle. If you To turn off daytime are not sure about your tune, Running lights contact DiabloSport. Press any key... Press any key... Back to Table of Contents...
Page 16 Installing a tune into a vehicle Continue by pressing any key Continue by pressing any key *****Important***** *****Disclaimer***** Read manual carefully Predator tunes must be used before proceeding in with premium/super-unleaded fuels only! Failure to do so may predator modify result in damage to your vehicle..
Page 17 Installing a tune into a vehicle Press “Enter” to continue. Select the type of Transmission for your vehicle. Press “Esc” to return to main menu. Press “Enter” key. ***Transmission Type*** *****Important***** Automatic Do you want to continue? Manual Press Enter for YES Press ESC for No Back to Table of Contents...
Page 18 Installing a tune into a vehicle The tool will automatically back up the factory/stock tune. During the backup process the gauges might sweep and various Please wait until completed. This may take several minutes. messages will be displayed in the message center. This is normal so do not be alarmed.
Page 19: Installing A Tune Into A Vehicle
Installing a tune into a vehicle The Predator will count down 10sec until it is ok to proceed. The predator will count down 10sec until it is ok to proceed. (DO NOT start the engine) Turn Ignition Off! Turn Ignition On! Then press any key Then press any key..
Page 20 Installing a tune into a vehicle Vehicle Data Backup is now complete. Press any key to continue Select “Install Performance”… Installing a performance tune. *****Performance***** *Install Performance* Install Performance Installing the file Modify Performance Do you want to continue? Restore Saved Data Press Enter for YES Troubleshooting Or Esc for NO.
Page 21 Installing a tune into a vehicle Press Enter. During the installation process the gauges might sweep and various messages will be displayed in the message center. This is normal so do not be alarmed. Please wait until installation is complete. This may take several minutes…...
Page 22 Installing a tune into a vehicle Follow instructions on the screen. Turn Ignition Off! Then press any key Wait 10 seconds Back to Table of Contents...
Page 23 Installing a tune into a vehicle DO NOT start the engine Wait 10 seconds Turn ignition on Then press any key File is successfully installed Press any key Back to Table of Contents...
Page 24: Restoring Factory/Stock Tune
After the transmission selection you should see the following screen. The stock tune can be re-installed at any time using the “restore” feature. This feature will take the DiabloSport tune out and reset the computer to stock. The DiabloSport tune will be saved in the Predator. *****Performance*****...
Page 25 Restoring factory/stock tune Follow all the steps, and once you see this screen, your vehicle has been restored back to stock tune. File is succesfully File is successfully installed installed Press any key Press any key Back to Table of Contents...
Page 26 Caution: DiabloSport will not be held responsible for vehicles with modified parameters since we are not present to monitor the adjusted parameters; therefore we recommend that this should be left untouched by inexperienced users. Whenever DiaboSport Performance Tune parameters are adjusted, especially power enrichment and spark parameters, it is very important to monitor the vehicles timing and air fuel to check for detonation/pinging, to ensure the vehicle is operating within safe parameters.
Page 27: Modifying Parameters
Set Parameters Reset Parameters Reset parameters allows user to reset parameters back to original DiabloSport Performance tune. Using the reset feature will reset modified parameters back to the original DiabloSport Performance tune. Back to Table of Contents...
Page 28 Modifying Parameters - Parameters Explanation Axle Ratio Adjust only if different gears are installed, and where Select “View Parameters” to necessary. Corrects speedometer and transmission for gear changes. N/A for Corvette (y-car), please read addendum to manual for instructions. Cooling Fans Allows user to change temperatures where cooling fans go on and off.
Page 29 Modifying Parameters - Parameters Explanation Performance Applies to automatic transmissions with TOW/ HAUL Shift mode. Adjusting Parameters in the Performance Adaptation section will apply only when the TOW/HAUL mode is activated. Shift Points Allows user to adjust at what MPH the shift should ***View Parameters*** Performance Shift Adaptation (MPH)
Page 30: Important Information Regarding Diablosport Performance Tune Parameter Modification
Modifying Parameters - Important information regarding DiabloSport Performance Tune Parameter modification NOTE: The shift point functions work in conjunction Select “Tune It”, go through, and read carefully, the disclaimers… with each other, based on load. Use the RPM shift point function for WOT (wide open throttle) shifts, and MPH shift point function for part throttle shifts.
Page 31 Modifying Parameters …until you get to this screen. adjusted parameters; therefore we recommend that this should be left untouched by inexperienced users. *****Performance***** Install Performance Modify Performance Restore Saved Data Troubleshooting **Modify performance** Press Enter if you understand and agree else Esc to quit Back to Table of Contents...
Page 32 Modifying Parameters Once desired parameter has been selected its current value will be shown. Make desired adjustments and select “Enter” to save. The new value will Press “Enter” to make adjustments. be displayed. Press “Esc” to return to Set Parameters menu. Adjust other parameters if desired using the same steps as above.
Page 33 Modifying Parameters Once desired adjustments are completed Press “Esc” while in Set Press “Enter” to upload new adjusted tune. Parameters screen. The Predator will continue and install tuned file. ****Data uploading**** ****Data uploading**** Install modified Install modified perfor- performance file.? mance file? Press “Enter”...
Page 34 Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. The diagnostic features on this tool can check and erase SES (service Select “Diagnostics” from main menu engine soon) lights as well as monitor live data from sensors supported. ***Transmission Type** Automatic Manual...
Page 35: Diagnostic Section
Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. Select your transmission type Trouble Codes: Allows user to view and erase trouble codes *Engine Control Unit* Trouble Codes Real Time Data: Displays live data Real Time Data Abbreviations Abbreviations: Displays the abbreviations used in live data.
Page 36 Diagnostic Section - How to check and erase the SES light. To view the specific trouble code, select “DTC information”. stands for Diagnostic Trouble Code. DTC All: View all DTC’s ****General Data**** Specific DTC: DTC All Enter DTC to view status Specific DTC DTC Not Ran SCC DTC Not Ran SCC:...
Page 37: Monitoring Real Time Data
ID’s of each section Unless instructed, DO NOT USE THIS MENU! of the tune Ping All The “Testing” menu is designed to aid DiabloSport if we need to monitors communication status between troubleshoot your Predator. PCM and modules...
Page 38: Options Section
Options Section The options menu is mainly for the DiabloSport Predator Dealer. It contains functions for up/downloading of tunes into tool, tick purchases as well as specific tool identification. When you select “Options” the following screen will be displayed • This option is used to upload/download info to the PC •...

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