Paxton Automotive Novi Supercharger Owner's Installation Manual

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Owner's Installation Guide for the
Paxton Automotive Novi Supercharger
for the
2011-12 Mustang GT*
*Legal in California only for racing vehicles which may never be used upon a highway
Paxton Automotive . 1300 Beacon Place . Oxnard CA 93033
888 9-PAXTON • FAX 805 247-0669
P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012
©2012 Paxton Automotive
All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured
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  • Page 1 2011-12 Mustang GT* *Legal in California only for racing vehicles which may never be used upon a highway Paxton Automotive . 1300 Beacon Place . Oxnard CA 93033 888 9-PAXTON • FAX 805 247-0669 P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    ©2012 PAXTON AUTOMOTIVE CORP. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, or translated into another language in any form, by any means without written permission of Paxton Automotive Corp. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FINAL CHECK ............. 61 P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 4 All legal rights therein are reserved. The design, layout, dimensions, geometry, and engineering features shown in this product are the exclu- sive property of Paxton Automotive Corp. This product may not be cop- ied or duplicated in whole or part, abstractly or fundamentally, intention-...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    Factory Repair Manual be expected with the boost levels specified by 3/8" Socket and Drive Set: SAE & Metric Paxton Automotive. This product is intended for use on healthy, well maintained engines. 1/2" Socket and Drive Set: SAE & Metric Installation on a worn-out or damaged engine is 3/8"...
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  • Page 7: Parts List

    1/4-20 X .50 HHCS GR5 ZINC PLTD 7C006-038 6-32 X .375 BHCS, 18-8 SS 7F006-001 6-32 HEX NUT, NYLOCK GR5 7J006-093 6MM WASHER, PLATED 7P250-045 1/4 MALE NPT X 3/8 MALE BARB P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    6-32 X .375 BHCS, 18-8 SS 7F006-001 6-32 HEX NUT, NYLOCK GR5 7J006-093 6MM WASHER, PLATED 7P250-045 1/4 MALE NPT X 3/8 MALE BARB 7P312-050 5/16 UNION HOSEMENDER P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured viii...
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  • Page 10: Basic Component Removal

    NOTE: Retain all fasteners & note the original location of each for future re-use. Fig. 1B: Front Bumper Cover Lip Fig. 1D: Splash Shields Fig. 1C: Front Undertray P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 11 (See Fig. 1J) Fig. 1F: Top Edge Fasteners Fig. 1J: Front Fascia Removal Fig. 1G: Front Fascia Tabs P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 12 Pop the engine cover free from its four (4) rubber grommet mounts and set it aside. (See Fig. 1O) Fig. 1L: Radiator Side Shroud, Passenger Fig. 1O: Engine Cover Fig. 1M: Radiator Side Shroud, Driver P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 13 Set it aside for later rein- stallation. Fig. 1P-2: Sound Tube, Rear Fig. 1R: OEM Air Inlet Duct Fig. 1Q: PCV Hoses P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured xiii...
  • Page 14 (See Fig. 1Y) Fig. 1V: Small Coolant Hoses Fig. 1Y: Upper Radiator Hose Fig. 1X: Coolant Reservoir P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 15 (See Fig. 1AF) Fig. 1AF: Throttle Body Fasteners Fig. 1AE: Throttle Body Connector P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 16: Miscellaneous Preparation

    .032", re-install and torque to 9 ft-lbs. Reinstall the coils and coil covers. Fig. 2B: OEM Plastic Hose Clamp Fig. 2D: Electrical Connector Fig. 2C: #28 Hose Clamp Orientation P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 17 NOTE: Take care to connect each hose to the appropriate/matching other end. Fig. 2F: Clamping and Cutting A/T Hoses Fig. 2H-2: Completed A/T Hose Modification Fig. 2H-1: Joining A/T Hoses P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 18: Engine Cooling System Modification

    (See Fig. 3E) Fig. 3C: Radiator Pipe Fig. 3E: OEM Plastic Hose Clamp Fig. 3D: Upper Radiator Hose P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 19 Fig. 3G-1: Upper Radiator Hose Fig. 3H: Upper Radiator Hose Fig. 3G-2: Upper Radiator Hose P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 20 (See Fig. 3M) Fig. 3K: Passenger Side Strut Tower Fig. 3M: A/C Service Port Fig. 3L: 10mm Hex Nut P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 21 Ensure that the wood provides light preload on the middle portion of the aluminum line. See Fig. 3N. Fig. 3N P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 22 The locking tab will deform in the new position. Fig. 3O Fig. 3P: Before (Stock) Fig. 3Q: After P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 23 OEM coolant reservoir. Cut the hose in the approximate location shown. (See Fig. Fig. 3T: Ø3/8" x 2" Hose Fig. 3V: Small Coolant Hose Fig. 3U: Black Plastic TEE P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 24 Secure with the OEM clamp. (See Fig. 3Z) Fig. 3X: 5/16" Coolant Hose, Extended Fig. 3Z: Coolant Overflow Hose Fig. 3Y: Coolant Overflow Hose Cut & Splice P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 25 TEE. Trim to length and cover with the OEM abrasion sleeve. (See Fig. 3AA) Fig. 3AA: Small Coolant Hoses P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 26 Discard the tab. Fig. 3AB-1 Fig. 3AB-2 P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 27 Radiator to the outlet on the engine secure the end of the hose that was on the engine to the Radiator and reinstall the spring clamps. Fig. 3AB-4 P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 28 Drill a 1/8" hole in each location. Fig. 3AD: Marking Air Dam Cut Lines Fig. 3AE: Air Dam Location Cut P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 29 Fig. 3AF: Air Dam Installation Trim the fan shroud in the fan module mounting location as shown. (See Fig. 3AI) Fig. 3AI: Fan Module Mounting Location Fig. 3AG Trimming P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 30 Fig. 3AJ: Fan Module Bracket Mounting Hole Fig. 3AK Fig. 3AL: Fan Module Bracket Installation P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 31 (side of shroud), ¼-20 x 1.25 screw (top of shroud), nylock nuts and washers. Trim top portion of fan shroud as shown in Fig. 3AO. .29" SPACER Fig. 3AM .29" SPACER Fig. 3AO Fig. 3AN P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 32: Supercharger Assembly Preparation & Installation

    (See Fig. 4A-2) The uppermost screw The screw just above the A/C compressor The screw between the A/C compressor and the crankshaft P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 33 8mm flange head nut. Adjust stud exposed length as needed so 1-2 threads protrude beyond the nut. Do not tighten at this time. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 34 (5) 3/8-16 x 1.25 hex head screws with washers. Route the braided drain hose (if equipped) directly down- ward, away from moving parts and sharp edges, and secure. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 35 Route the large wiring harness near the passen- ger side valve cover, throttle body electrical har- ness, and any other items away from moving parts and sharp edges and secure. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 36: Mounting Bracket Assembly Diagram

    FIG. 4.1: MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLy DIAGRAM P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 37: Belt Routing Diagram

    FIG. 4.2: BELT ROUTING DIAGRAM P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
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  • Page 39: Pcv System Modification

    PCV hose assembly. It is U-shaped and has a 90° quick-release fitting at each end. (See Fig. Fig. 5B: OEM Driver Side PCV Hose Fig. 5C: OEM Passenger Side PCV Hose P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 40 (See Fig. 5D-4) Fig. 5D-2 Fig. 5D-4: Modified Passenger Side PCV Hose, Fig. 5D-3: Modified Passenger Side PCV Hose Installed P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 41: Horn Assembly Relocation

    (See Fig. 6C) Reconnect the electrical connector to the horn assembly. Fig. 6B: Modified Horn Bracket Orientation Fig. 6C: New Horn Location P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
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  • Page 43: Charge Air Cooler (Cac) System Installation

    7. ChARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) SySTEM INSTALLATION Fig. 7.1: Overview of Charge Air Cooler (CAC) System Configuration P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 44: Cooler Core Installation

    Install an M8 serrated flange nut onto the remaining exposed end of each new M8 bolt (inside the bumper, over the thick washer) and tighten. (See Fig. 7A-3) Fig. 7A-3: CAC Installation Hardware P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 45: Discharge Duct Installation, Hot Side

    Secure to the rubber elbow with a #52 worm gear clamp and to the other 90° tube with a Ø3” x 3" long coupler and two #48 worm gear clamps. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 46: Discharge Duct Installation, Cold Side

    #64 worm gear clamp. Fig. 7C-4: Stepped Coupler with Flow Fig. 7C-3: MAF Housing with OEM Insert Straightener P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 47 Secure it with a #56 worm gear clamp at the elbow end and a #64 worm gear clamp at the MAF end. (See Fig. 7C-7) Fig. 7C-7: Cast Elbows, Final Position P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 48: Overview Of Cac System Configuration, Assembled

    Fig. 7.2: Overview of Charge Air Cooler (CAC) System Configuration, Assembled P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 49: Bypass Valve Connection

    Reinstall the OEM split loom in its approxi- mate original location. (See Fig. 8A-4) Fig. 8A-2: Vacuum TEE Fig. 8A-3: Bypass Vacuum Hose Fig. 8A-4: Vacuum Hose, Complete P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 50 OEM clamp. Trim the 3/16" hose from the bypass valve to length and insert it onto the open fitting on the TEE. Fig. 8B-2: Vacuum TEE P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 51: Fuel Injector Replacement

    OEM injectors and secure in the original fashion with the OEM retaining clips. (See Fig. 9K) Fig. 9K: Fuel Rail / Injector Assembly Detail P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 52 OEM fashion. Reconnect the fuel feed line to the fitting on the fuel rail assembly. Make sure it is securely con- nected in the OEM fashion. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 53: Miscellaneous Reassembly

    OEM coolant reservoir. NOTE: Periodically check the coolant level once the car is running and the cooling sys- tem purges. Fig. 10B-2: ؾ” Coolant Hose P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 54 Reinstall the black plastic cover above the grille and radiator. Secure with the four (4) rearmost plastic pins. Fig. 10D-1: Engine Cover Cut Detail P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 55: Air Inlet Assembly Installation

    The fitting and section of hose connected to it will not be reused. (See Fig. 11E) Fig. 11B: Air Inlet to Supercharger Connection Fig. 11E: Auto Trans Vacuum Hose Cut P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 56 (See Fig. 11I) Fig. 11I: Air Inlet to Airbox Connection; MAF The completed assembly is shown in Figure 11K. Port Cover Fig. 11K: Complete Air Inlet Assembly P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 57: Bumper Cover/Front Fascia Modification And Reinstallation

    Adjust CAC position as needed by loos- ening the mounting fasteners. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 58 90° rubber elbow. (See Fig. 12C-2) Fig. 12C-1: Bumper Cover Fig. 12C-2: Bumper Cover, Driver Side P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 59 (See Fig. 12C-4) Fig. 12C-3: Bumper Cover, Passenger Side Fig. 12C-4: Bumper Cover, Center; Cut Line Reference P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 60 (1 per side). (See Fig. 12D-2) Reinstall the remaining four (4) plastic pins securing the black plastic cover above the grille and radiator. Fig. 12D-2: Top Edge Fasteners P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 61 Reinstall the four (4) 7mm-headed fasteners under the front bumper cover in front of the lip. (See Fig. 12D-4) Fig. 12D-3: Plastic Undertray Trimming Fig. 12D-4: Bumper Cover Lip P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 62: Oil Feed Installation (Oil-Fed Units Only)

    Use extra care to secure the hose away from moving parts and sharp edges. Fig. 13B: -4AN Oil Feed Fitting Installed Fig. 13C: 90° Oil Feed Hose Installed P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 63 Confirm that all oil feed fittings are secure and that the hose is secured in a smooth path free of kinks and away from moving parts and sharp edges. Fig. 13K: Oil Feed Assembly Orientation P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 64: Oil Drain Installation (Oil-Fed Units Only)

    Change the engine oil and filter to flush out any Fig. 14D: Punching Hole in Oil Pan contaminants that may have entered the oil pan. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 65 Fig. 14I: Wiring Harness Spacer clearance. (See Fig. 14I) Fig. 14-1: Oil Drain Fitting Placement P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 66: Reflash Computer

    Vehicle" screen the process is complete. Unplug the reflash tool from the OBD2 port and store in a safe place for later use. Fig. 15C: Flash Tool P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
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  • Page 68: Final Check

    DO NOT OVERFILL!!! FORM within thirty (30) days of purchasing your supercharger system to qualify. WARNING: Use of any fluid other than the special Paxton lubricant will void the war- ranty and may cause component failure. P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...
  • Page 69 Paxton Automotive . 1300 Beacon Place . Oxnard CA 93033 888 9-PAXTON • FAX 805 247-0669 PaxFreehandBW/Lg-2.eps—10/04/04 P/N: 4809664 v3.1, 06/12/2012 ©2012 Paxton Automotive All Rights Reserved, Intl. Corp. Secured...

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