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- Page 1 QUICK START GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE (407) 774-2447 / www.sctflash.com...
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Page 2: Parts Checklist
SECTION 1: PARTS+ CHECKLIST LIVEWIRE TS+ DEVICE MICRO USB™ CABLE LIVEWIRE TS+ WINDOW MOUNT HDMI/OBD II CABLE TOOLS NEEDED: Fuse Puller | Voltage Tester | Battery Charger | Pliers... -
Page 3: Pre-Install Checklist
READ LIVEWIRE TS+ USER MANUAL SCT highly recommends taking a moment to read through your Livewire TS+ User’s Manual found on our website before your initial installation. There is a lot of in depth and useful information inside the manual that won’t be covered... - Page 4 SECTION 3: IMPORTANT ON-DEVICE INFO. From the Menu, select Main Device Info. Device Info, you will find : Within SERIAL NUMBER: Needed for dealers to create custom tunes for your vehicle and device. FIRMWARE VERSION: This is essentially your device’s operating system. TUNE REVISION The version number of your preloaded tunes.
- Page 5 Follow the on-screen directions of the You may now unplug your device from your computer Installer until it allows you to click “Finish”. and load a tune to your vehicle! Your SCT Device Update Software and Drivers are now fully installed and ready for use.
- Page 6 SECTION 5: READING VEHICLE VIN & STRATEGY/OS PART#’S From the Menu, select Main Vehicle Info. You’ll be asked to turn on. The VIN and if a Ford vehicle/ device, it will give you the Strategy. If using a GM vehicle/device, it will give you the OS Part Numbers.
- Page 7 SECTION 7: PROGRAMMING THE VEHICLE POWERING ON THE LIVEWIRE TS+ HDMI to To power up your device, using the provided OBDII cable, connect to the vehicle’s OBDII port. The OBDII port is most commonly found within 24” of the steering column under the driver’s side dash.
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Page 8: Begin Programming
ON. Within Program Vehicle, there are 2-3 selections depending on the state of the vehicle. • Pre-Loaded Tune Files = Preloaded SCT tunes for use on stock vehicles only. • Custom Tune = Custom Tuning Dealer files, if there are any on the device. - Page 9 RETURNING TO STOCK With SCT devices, your stock file is stored during the initial programming. The stock file stays on the programmer until returned to stock. From Program Vehicle, select Return to Stock and follow the...
- Page 10 SECTION 8: LOADING CUSTOM TUNES SCT Device Updater software and Drivers from : Download and install the http://sctflash.com/software/SCTDeviceUpdater.exe save your custom From your e-mail, tunes (.cef files) to your computer’s Desktop. SCT Device Updater Open the Load Custom software and click the Tune File button.
- Page 11 NOTE: If you can’t display a specific value from SECTION 9: the preloaded config files, you can download livelink software for free from the SCT website ON–DEVICE DATA LOGGING default gauges Connect the Livewire TS+ to the OBDII port. Once you select your vehicle, will show up and you can now monitor these gauges.
- Page 12 SECTION 10: ADJUSTABLE OPTIONS EXPLAINED DIESEL VEHICLE SPECIFIC OPTIONS Performance The most aggressive preloaded diesel tune. Good for every- day use, racing, or economy but not recommended for any type of towing. Street Less power than Performance. Moderate gain over stock, safe for light towing, under 5,000 lbs.
- Page 13 DIESEL & GAS VEHICLE OPTIONS: EGR Delete Removes the check engine light from deleting EGR me- chanically. Axle Ratio Sets axle ratio to correct shift patterns/speedo. (Not available on all vehicles) Tire Size Sets tire size to correct shift patterns/speedo. (Not available on all vehicles) Idle Speed Sets idle speed in RPM.
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Page 14: Fuel Injectors
GAS VEHICLE SPECIFIC OPTIONS: Tune Type Performance levels vary by the octane you select. Higher octane will provide higher performance increase. 93 octane would be the highest increase. Towing Tune Adjust the octane based tunes to focus more on towing over performance. -
Page 15: Speed Limit
GAS VEHICLE SPECIFIC OPTIONS: CMCV Deletes Updates tune to handle the CMCV/IMRC delete plates modification. Fan Control Lowers the temperature at which the fan turns on. Rev Limiter Drive Sets rev limit in RPM while in drive. Rev Limiter Neutral Sets rev limit in RPM while in neutral. -
Page 16: Part Numbers
SCT PERFORMANCE, LLC. Livewire TS Part Numbers: Ford 5015 GM 5416 User’s Manual... - Page 17 “Vehicle Info” main menu screen and send that information to your custom tuning dealer. (See Section 4.1) SCT does not recommend using this device with any other tuning module or device that modifies the vehicle PCM parameters, increases horsepower, torque or modifies transmission characteristics.
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Page 18: Table Of Contents
SCT PERFORMANCE, LLC. USER'S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ......................SCT, LLC Limited Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability ............. Device Firmware & Tune Revision Updates................About Your SCT Device ......................GETTING STARTED ........................Powering On the Livewire TS .................... -
Page 19: General Information
How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts for a period of one (1) year following the date of sale by SCT of the Livewire TS product to the original SCT dealer/distributor; provided, however, the duration of this warranty will be extended to one (1) year from the date of original purchase by the consumer from the SCT dealer/distributor so long as the consumer submits the required online registration information within thirty (30) days of purchase, as provided below. - Page 20 Disclaimer: SCT Performance, LLC (the “Seller”), shall not be responsible for the Product’s proper installation, use and service. If you choose to install and use the Product without a dealer’s assistance, you assume full responsibility for the proper installation and application of the Product. If the...
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Page 21: Device Firmware & Tune Revision Updates
Tech Support link. Make sure you have returned your vehicle back to stock before updating your unit. NOTE: If viewing this document online you can click on the following link to download the SCT Device Updater: SCT Device Updater About your SCT Device Available Gasoline Tunes: 93, 91, 87 octane and economy as applicable. -
Page 22: Getting Started
Connect the OBD connector from the Livewire TS to the vehicles OBD Diagnostic port. Using the Computer Install SCT Device Updater before connecting your unit via USB (Updater Download) Locate the computers USB port. This port can be found on the front or the back of the computer, if using a laptop the ports will usually be on either side of the laptop. -
Page 23: Loading Email Custom Tunes To The Livewire Ts
30 seconds for the drivers to install) 3. Save your custom tunes from your email to your desktop. 4. Open SCT Device Updater software that you just installed, there will be a shortcut icon on your desktop. 5. Now select “Load Custom Tune File” from the Basic Operations menu followed by clicking on “Locate Custom Tunes”... -
Page 24: Using The Touch Screen
Ford will often times update the computer in your vehicle. The new update ID (calibration ID) that is loaded into your computer is called a strategy. Many times your SCT dealer will ask you to read your vehicles strategy for many reasons which includes creating custom tunes. -
Page 25: 3.0 Programming Your Vehicle
6. Next you will be prompted to adjust options. These options are items available from SCT to make minor adjustments to the calibration being loaded. It is not necessary to make adjustments in this area. -
Page 26: Installing A Custom Tune File
“Power Down ECU” screen while the vehicle completes some power down procedures. You have now successfully tuned your vehicle! Custom tunes are built by SCT’s network of Custom tuning Dealers and any questions related to them need to be directed towards the tuning dealer. User’s Manual... -
Page 27: Returning Your Vehicle To Stock
SCT PERFORMANCE, LLC. Returning your Vehicle to Stock 1. Start with the unit powered on and connected to the vehicle, press the “Program Vehicle” button on the screen. 2. Next you will be prompted with a “Street Use Notice” which you must agree to and approve to begin the Return to Stock procedure. - Page 28 SCT PERFORMANCE, LLC. LOCKED AT CT Keeps the torque converter locked during decel to aid in engine braking. LOCK IN 1-2-3 Locks the torque converter in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear. AGG. TOW HAUL More aggressive shift schedule keeping the engine in its power band longer.
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Page 29: Using Device Features
Analog Inputs at the bottom of this list. b. Equation: We have preset the most common equations as a list to choose from V (this would be Voltage) SCT EGT ˚ F PLX EGT ˚ F ... -
Page 30: Connecting External Analog Inputs
Item: Press and hold on the screen to scroll, all the way at the bottom where the Analogs are located, tap “Analog In 7 Red-Wire” b. Equation: Tap “SCT EGT F” c. You may now modify Min and Max Value’s 7. -
Page 31: Device Settings
SCT PERFORMANCE, LLC. Device Settings Using the Livewire TS Performance Test to measure your vehicle’s performance: The LWTS Performance Test feature allows you to measure the 0-60 MPH, ¼ Mile ET and Braking ET all in one test or individually. (You many select more than one test at a time) NOTE: Prior to using the LWTS Performance Test, you must configure your vehicle’s weight within the... -
Page 32: Common Questions
CONTACTING SCT PERFORMANCE SCT Support Options Your first option for support is your SCT Dealer. SCT also offers several support options after you have purchased your Livewire TS. You can contact us via phone, Fax, Chat or US postal service.
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