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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 1
BD X-TUNER POWER PROGRAMMER
BD X-TUNER POWER PROGRAMMER
GMC/Chevy 6.6L Duramax Installation Instructions
GMC/Chevy Duramax 6.6L LLY / LBZ
2006-2007
1054745
(2500/3500/C4500/C5500 & Kodiak)
*** READ THIS MANUAL & DISCLAIMER COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT ***
Installation Manual P/N#: I1054745
BD Engine Brake Inc.
Plant Address: Unit A10, 33733 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 7M9
U.S. Shipping Address
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Power Settings Chart......................................................................................3 Package Contents...........................................................................................3 Pre-Installation................................................................................................4 Keypad Layout ................................................................
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 3 Power Settings Chart Values were taken from a 2006 Duramax LBZ vehicle. X-TUNER Est. HP Est. TORQUE DESCRIPTION RECOMMENDED USE SETTING GAIN GAIN Racing – must use pyrometer and boost gauges. Will incur Tune 3 +140HP +295 lbs-ft Extreme damage to stock transmissions. Driving and light towing – Tune 2 +70HP +210 lbs-ft Performance must use pyrometer and boost gauges. Every day driving and towing – may increase fuel e
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 4 Pre-Installation The BD X-Tuner for the GMC/Chevrolet Duramax (LBZ Engine) is a very simple instrument to operate. All operations take place inside the cab with the downloader hooked up to the OBD II diagnostic port. Operating this downloader does not require a mechanical background. While operating this downloader we encourage you to simply follow the instructions provided on the screen of the X-Tuner; the instructions on the
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 5 Keypad Layout BD Engine Brake Inc. Plant Address: Unit A10, 33733 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 7M9 U.S. Shipping Address: 88-446 Harrison St, Sumas, WA 98295 U.S. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 231, Sumas, WA 98295 Phone: 604-853-6096 Fax: 604-853-8749 Internet: www.bd-power.com
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 6 Installation Make sure that your vehicle is in the key off/engine off position, with all electronics (such as the radio) turned off before you plug in the X-Tuner. Locate the fuse box inside the engine compartment, on the driver’s side. Remove the fuses marked in the picture above. There are four fuses that have to be removed in total: TBC BATT / TBC IGN1 / RADIO / INFO BD Engine Brake Inc. Plant Address: Unit A10, 3
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 7 Inside the cab, connect the communications cable that came with the downloader into the top of the X-Tuner and the other end into the OBD II port (see picture on the right). The OBD II port is the diagnostic port located underneath the dash on the driver’s side of the vehicle. OBDII Port The downloader will power up with a BD logo. Press any key to continue to the next screen. It will then ask you to confirm that
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 8 Main Screen The main screen will give you two options to choose from: DOWNLOAD – Select this option to download a power program, remove the vehicle’s speed limiter, adjust tire size for the speedometer, or to return the program to stock. DTCs – Select this option to view and erase diagnostic trouble codes. Download Function Highlight the downloader option from the main menu, and press the Y key. If this is
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 9 Speed Limiter The X-Tuner gives racing enthusiasts the option to remove the OEM speed limiter/governor. This allows the vehicle to reach speeds in excess of where the OEM governor was set (most trucks are set below 100mph/140kmh). By selecting “Yes” to remove the speed limiter you agree that your vehicle has the appropriate tires, suspension and any other necessary modifications rated for speeds in excess of 130mph. The
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 10 Adjusting Tire Size If your truck has aftermarket tires that are larger than the truck’s stock size, then your speedometer is most likely reading an erroneous speed value. The X-Tuner has the ability to adjust the tire size and correct the speedometer to read the correct speed. Measure your tires from the ground to the top of the tire. Enter that number (in inches) using your up/down arrows on the X-Tuner’s keypad. Ava
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 11 The X-Tuner will now compile all the parameters you specified and will upload the proper power program into your truck’s computer. This process will take roughly 3-5 minutes. The X-Tuner will now complete the download with a simple test procedure. Follow the instructions provided on the screen. Once the verification is complete, the X-Tuner will finish the flash and re-initialize the truck’s computer. The X-Tuner will
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 12 Returning To Stock This option is for when you are taking your vehicle in for a diagnostic service, or just want your settings to be back to the OEM specifications. Plug in the X-Tuner and select the Download option from the main menu. Once you have entered the power level selection screen, select “Factory” and then press “Y”. Follow the instructions set out on the downloader. When you are finished, the X-Tuner will
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 13 Recovery Mode In the event that a downloader goes into recovery mode, take the following steps to recover: 1. Press “Y” to go into recovery mode. 2. If an error code is displayed, unplug the X-Tuner, wait ten seconds, then plug it back in. 3. Once the downloader has been plugged back in, it will again display a prompt to enter the recovery mode. Press “Y”. 4. The X-Tuner will recover the vehicle’s programming by return
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 14 Updating Your X-Tuner Requirements: Microsoft .NET Framework v1.1 Windows XP WinZIP, WinRAR or equivalent The X-Tuner has the ability to update via a USB connection. The port is located on the top of the X-Tuner module, beside the serial port that the OBDII port cable attaches to. Updates can be downloaded via BD’s website. If it is the first time you are updating your module, you will have to register and crea
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 15 Downloading the X-Tuner Update Log into the X-Tuner update site by typing http://xtuner.bd-power.com/ into your preferred internet browser. Click on the “Enter X-Tuner Upgrade Portal” button to enter the website. If this is your first time updating your X- Tuner, then click the respective link. You will be asked to create a user profile. Don’t forget to have your X-Tuner serial number handy, as it is a required field. On
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 16 There will be only one file inside the archive you downloaded. Double click on this file and it will spawn the installation program for the Duramax updater. Follow the instructions set out on the screen. After the installation program has completed, you will notice that it created entries in the Start Menu which you can use to start the main program. BD Engine Brake Inc. Plant Address: Unit A10, 33733 King Rd, Abbotsford,
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 17 Running the Update Program ** NOTE – When re-flashing your X-Tuner to the latest version, you MUST return the stock program into your truck’s computer, otherwise the tuner will not update. This is a security feature to ensure that you don’t overwrite the stock program in your tuner. Open your Start Menu, browse to “Duramax Downloader”, and execute the application located inside. This will open up the main X-Tuner update
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 18 Questions/Technical Support If you encounter any problems with this product, or have technical questions about it, please phone the BD Diesel Performance Technical Hotline at (800) 887-5030 between 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, Pacific Standard Time (PST). As an alternative, you can also post on our technical forum located at http://bd-power.com/forum . BD Engine Brake Inc. Plant Address: Unit A10, 33733 King Rd, Abbo
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 19 BD ENGINE BRAKE, Inc. LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT INDICATES THAT THE BUYER HAS READ AND UNDERSTANDS THIS AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTS ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS. DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY BD Engine Brake Inc., its successors, distributors, jobbers, and dealers (hereafter “BD”) shall in no way be responsible for the product's proper use and service. THE BUYER HEREBY WAIVES ALL LIABILITY CLAIMS.
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19 February 2007 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax BD X-Tuner # 1054745 20 DTC Trouble Code Listings B0012 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Stage 2 Resistance Low B0013 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Stage 2 Open B0014 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Stage 2 Voltage Out of Range B0016 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Resistance Low B0017 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Open B0018 Right Front/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop Out
