INSTALLATION Manual Gas Downloader Vehicle Application Nissan 5.6L V8 Titan 05-09 Nissan 5.6L V8 Armada 05-09 Nissan 5.6L V8 Pathfinder 08-09 Nissan 4.0L V6 Pathfinder 05-09 Nissan 4.0L V6 Frontier 05-09 Nissan 2.5L V6 Frontier 05-09 Nissan 4.0L V6 Xterra 05-09 Nissan 3.5L V6 Altima 05-09 Nissan 2.5L V6 Altima 05-09 Nissan 3.5L V6 Maxima 05-09 Nissan 3.5L V6 HR 350Z 05-09 Infinity 5.6L V8 QX56 05-09 Infinity 3.5L V6 HR G35 05-09 Power Pup Part# 44590
Updating Online Updating the product online Always update your product before installing on a vehicle using the Update Agent internet update software. Obtain the Update Agent online at bullydog.com. See the system requirements below for running the Update Agent on your PC. Sorry the Update Agent is not Mac compatible. Hardware & Software requirements for the Update Agent include: Windows XP, 2000, NT or Vista Microsoft.Net framework version 2.0 re distributable package (x86) 64 MB minimum of RAM 200 MB free space on hard drive recommended 56 K minimum internet connection, DSL or cable connection strongly recommended USB Cable included To get started updating the Power Pup online first download & install the Update Agent then connect the Power Pup to the pc that will be running the Update Agent using the USB cable included in the Power Pup package 1
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...pg. 3 Vehicle Applications Chart...pg. 4 Bill of Materials...pg. 4 Installation Precautions...PG. 5 Installation Introduction...pg. 6 Getting Started (Starting the Downloader/ Navigation)...PG. 7 Main Menu Options...PG. 8 Installing the Download/ download features... PGs. 9-13 Downloader Flow Chart...pgs. 9-11 Engine Tune... pg. 12 Speed Limiter...Pg. 12 Rev Limiter...Pg. 13 WOT restriction...pg. 13 Changing download / Returning to stock SETTINGS... PG. 14 DTC Menu...Pg. 15 settings menu... Pgs. 16-17 Vehicle Options... pgs. 16-17 -Adjust Timing... pg. 16 - Adjust Idle... pg. 17 View Settings... pg. 17 trouble shooting / warranty...pg. 18 2
Introduction Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the Power Pup, the Power Pup is the first tuning device of its kind to come available for the Nissan s and Infinity s. While the Power Pup is designed mainly to increase horsepower and improve fuel economy, the Power Pup also carries some special features like: modifying wide open throttle restriction, modify Rev Limiter, modify Speed Limiter, and Read and erase Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Our rigorous development and testing processes ensures a quality product that produces positive results. This product is extremely easy to install. All installation takes place inside the cab of the vehicle through the OBDII port. For installation questions or guidance contact your local dealer or distributor. You can also contact the Bully Dog tech support group Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Mountain Standard Time. Bully Dog Technical Support: 866-285-5936. Installation of this product can take up to 20 minutes. We strongly suggest that installation of the Power Pup be done when the vehicle is not in need of use. We highly recommend that this product be installed during the business hours: 8am to 3pm Mountain Standard Time to avoid any inconveniences associated with installation issues. Installation of the program into the vehicle ECM is an easy but delicate process. The download process, if interrupted, can create issues which may add time to complete a successful install. Product Features This is the list of features packed into this one amazing product. Engine Tuning: one Low Octane tune and one High Octane tune. Rev Limiter: Adjusts OEM RPM governor. Speed Limiter: Adjust vehicle top speed. WOT Restriction: Modify the Wide Open Throttle Restriction, available for 5.6L V8s only. Read and Erase Diagnostic Trouble Codes Adjust Timing: Adjust vehicle timing by two degrees up or down. Adjust Idle: Adjust the RPM level that the vehicle idles at while in park or neutral. View Settings: Menu item that shows exactly how all of the features above are setup. 3
Bill of Materials Vehicle Applications The Chart Below includes all of the vehicle applications for the Power Pup. nissan/infinity Titan Armada Pathfinder Frontier Xterra Altima maxima qx56 G35 350Z 5.6L V8 05-09 5.6L V8 05-09 5.6L V8 08-09 4.0L V6 05-09 4.0L V6 05-09 2.5L 05-09 4.0L V6 05-09 3.5L V6 05-09 2.5L 05-09 3.5L V6 05-09 5.6L V8 05-09 3.5L HR V6 05-09 3.5L HR V6 05-09 Bill of Materials The list and diagram shown below includes all of the hard parts required for installation of the product on the vehicle, and updating the product online. BILL OF MATERIALS Power Pup Downloader OBDII Cable USB Cable (Used for Internet Updates) Tools Required Fuse Puller or Needle Nose Pliers (If applicable) 4
Installation Precautions INTRODUCTION Installation Precautions: (VERY important) It is important to take some precautions before downloading, changing settings, or returning to stock. These precautionary steps to installing the Power Pup will help ensure that downloads are successful. 1. Before installation, always update the Power Pup online using our Update Agent. The Power Pup is an online program that loads the latest vehicle programs from our web site to the Power Pup. 2. Only install during recommended install time. (Monday-Thursday 8am-3pm Mountain Standard Time) 3. Do not install while the vehicle is in a remote location or when the vehicle is immediately needed for transportation. In the unlikely event that installation fails, the installer may need resources such as computer access and internet access to complete installation. 4. Allow up to one hour for installation. The Power Pup easily installs in under 30 minutes. However, allocate at least an hour for installation in case any problems are encountered during installation. 5. Before installation, always make sure that the batteries have a full charge. It is even a good idea to have a battery charger nearby in case the batteries start draining. If the batteries loose their charge during a download, the download will fail. 6. Before installation, turn off all electronics inside the vehicle including: headlights, heater, air conditioning, stereo, any DVD players, etc. Failing to turn off all electronics may can prevent a successful download. 7. During installation it is very important that the Power Pup is not disrupted. If the download is disrupted the vehicle may not start and the download process must be restarted. In worst case scenarios the Power Pup will have to perform a recovery process which adds even more time to the installation process. The information above is extremely important to successful use of the Power Pup IMPORTANT It is not recommended that this product be used in conjunction with any other electronic module or downloader that is intended to increase horsepower. Performance products must always be removed before taking the vehicle in for any kind of service. The Bully Dog software will be lost if an OEM scan tool is used to reflash the engine computer. 5
Installation Introduction Installation introduction/obdii port This is a very simple product to install and operate; all operations take place inside the cab of the vehicle with the Power Pup hooked up to the OBDII port. Operating the Power Pup does not require any mechanical background. Refer to this instruction booklet for general guidelines through the download process and determining the different features available for your vehicle. The diagram below illustrates the location of the OBDII port on the Nissan Titan. Some OBDII port locations may vary from the illustration below but all OBDII ports are on the driver side of the vehicle inside the cab. OBDll Port Location All OBDll ports are located under the dash on the drivers side of the vehicle. 6
Getting started Getting Started (Starting the downloader/navigation) To get started, with any of the Power Pup functions, follow the steps below: 1. Make sure that your key is in the ignition and in the off position before you plug the downloader into the vehicle s OBDII port. The downloader will later prompt you to turn the key to the on/run position. 2. Connect the OBDII cable that comes with the downloader into the top of the downloader and then into the OBDII port. 3. The downloader will light up to display the opening screen, and then it will go to the Main Menu. See the main menu on the next page. This Diagram illustrates how to use the buttons on the front of the downloader to navigate through the menu systems and screen prompts given on the downloader. Scroll Left Scroll Right Yes/Enter Scroll Up No/Exit Scroll Down 7
Main Menu MAIN MENU OPTIONS After starting the Power Pup, the Power Pup will boot up and display the Main Menu. The Main Menu will display all of the following options, see the following pages for a description of each menu item and submenus: INSTALL DOWNLOAD: Select this option to begin the download process. Once the download process has begun it will take 15-20 minutes to complete, the process will include selecting desired power level and selecting different parameters in the vehicle specific features. DTC MENU: Select this option to view and erase diagnostic trouble codes. This option should be used if the vehicle gauge cluster is displaying a Check Engine, light. Settings: There are two options in this submenu; the first Vehicle Options, which on the Nissan titan contains two items: Adjust Timing, and Adjust Idle. The second submenu is the View Settings submenu which if selected shows all of the current download settings. 8
Install Download INSTALL Download To begin the downloading process select the Install Download option from the main menu and follow the screen prompts. The Flow chart below shows the download process as an illustration of each screen seen during the download process. Always follow the installation precautions before downloading, changing settings, or returning a vehicle to stock. Here is the material covered in this section: Download Sequence flow chart Engine Tuning Speed Limiter Rev Limiter WOT Restriction Changing Download Settings Returning to Stock Turn key to the ON position when the Downloader calls for it. Do not start the engine unless the instructions or the downloader specifically call for it. Download Sequence Flow Chart: This diagram illustrates the entire download sequence screen by screen, the sentence below each screen shot indicates if there is an action required from the user to continue. Main Menu 50% Install Download DTC Menu Settings From the Main menu select Install Download to initiate the download process. Disclaimer: Are you the owner of this vehicle, have you read the disclaimer and do you agree t all of its terms & conditions? Press Y to agree Press Y to agree to the disclaimer and proceed with the download. If this is not a Nissan Vehicle please unplug now Press Y to continue with NISSAN Install Download Key On Turn ignition key to RUN position. do not start engine. Press Y to continue. Do not under any circumstances proceed if the vehicle is not a Nissan. Turn the key to the run position and wait for the downloader to establish communication. The Download Sequence is continued on the next page. 9
Install Download Reading Engine Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! 50% Verifying File Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! 17% Do not disturb the Power Pup. Do not disturb the Power Pup. Power Level Regular Select Level Press Y to Accept Speed Limiter Press Y to modify Speed Limiter Press N to use Stock Speed Limiter Select the Desired Engine Tune at this point. Press Y to opt into adjusting Speed Limiter. Press N to continue without modifying. Speed Limiter 109 Select Level Press Y to Accept This screen only appears if opted into adjusting speed limiter. Choose value by pressing Y. Rev Limiter Press Y to modify Rev Limiter Press N to use Stock rev limiter Press Y to opt into adjusting Rev Limiter Press N to continue without modifying. Rev. Limiter 6150 Select Level Press Y to Accept Wide Open Throttle Press Y to modify WOT restriction Press N to use Stock WOT settings This screen only appears if opted into adjusting rev limiter. Choose value by pressing Y. Press Y to modify the WOT restriction Press N to continue without modifying. The Download Sequence is continued on the next page. 10
Install Download Wide Open Throttle Press Y to enable WOT restriction Press N to disable WOT restriction This screen only appears if opted into WOT restriction rev limiter. Processing Calibration Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! Do not disturb the Power Pup. 9% Building File Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! 41% Downloading... Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! 0% Do not disturb the Power Pup Do not disturb the Power Pup Finishing Download Turn Key to OFF position Press Y to continue Follow on screen instructions, do not unplug until the Power Pup indicates that it is OK. Finishing Download 6 Please wait DO NOT UNPLUG! Do not disturb the Power Pup. Download Finished Press Y to return to main menu or unplug from vehicle Download is now complete 11
Install Download Engine Tuning (fuel Octane Settings): This feature determines how much power will be added to the vehicle based on the level of octane in the gasoline that the vehicle will be running. It is important that the correct octane level is selected to achieve optimal efficiency and performance. Use the Up and Down arrows to highlight an option, press Y to select. Premium Select this option for maximum performance gains (must run at least 91 rated octane gasoline to use this setting.) Regular Select this option for medium performance gains, run any grade of fuel with this setting. Power Level Regular Stock Select stock to utilize other Power Pup features without affecting horsepower. Select Level Press Y to Accept Speed Limiter/speed govern0r: The OEM speed limiter will limit the vehicle to a top speed that is determined by the OEM. This features enables changing the OEM speed limiter to a higher point or lower point. By selecting Yes, to modify the speed limiter you agree that your vehicle has tires, suspension, and any other necessary modifications rated for speeds in excess of 180 mph. The speed limiter can be adjusted from 40 miles per hour up to 180 mph. The Speed Limiter can be adjusted in increments of 5 mph. The Speed Limiter can be set anywhere between 40 mph and 180 mph in increments of 5 mph. Speed Limiter adjustment by Engine Engine Minimum Maximum 2.5 L 45 mph 180 mph 3.5 L 45 mph 180 mph 3.5 L HR 45 mph 200 mph 4.0 L 45 mph 180 mph 5.6 L 45 mph 180 mph Speed Limiter Press Y to modify Speed Limiter Press N to use Stock Speed Limiter To activate and utilize the speed limiter download feature, the feature must be activated during the download. Speed Limiter 109 Select Level Press Y to Accept 12
Install Download DTC MENU Rev Limiter (Top Engine Speed): The Rev Limiter regulates the highest RPM that an engine can reach before the engine is electronically limited. The Rev Limiter is set to a lower point from the factory than what the Power Pup can set into the motor. Use the Power Pup to raise the Rev Limiter as high as 6400 RPM. The Rev Limiter can be adjusted from 6400 rpm down to 3000 rpm in increments of 25 rpm. This features is mainly recommended for racing purposes, as it will enable the vehicle to shift at a higher RPM. Rev Limiter adjustment by Engine Engine Minimum Maximum 2.5 L Stock 6800 3.5 L Stock 7100 3.5 L HR Stock 8000 4.0 L Stock 6800 5.6 L Stock 6500 Rev Limiter Press Y to modify Rev Limiter Press N to use Stock rev limiter To activate and utilize the speed limiter download feature, the feature must be activated during the download. Rev. Limiter 6150 Select Level Press Y to Accept Wide open throttle Governor (WOT) Available for 5.6L v8s only: Wide open throttle refers to a throttle position governor placed on stock Nissan vehicles. It limits the driver from using 100% of the vehicle throttle from 0-40 mph. Bully Dog s Wide Open Throttle feature will remove this governor from the vehicle. WARNING: using this vehicle option is at the risk of the vehicle owner. Bully Dog recommends that this feature be used for drag racing purposes only and should only be used on a designated drag race vehicle on a sanctioned drag racing track. Removing Wide Open Throttle will place added stress on drive train components, Bully Dog will not be held responsible for damages incurred as a result of the use of this feature. If you press Y to modify the WOT restriction then downloader will display a second WOT screen. On this screen Press Y to enable WOT. Press N to disable or remove WOT restriction from the vehicle. After you select Y or N the downloader will continue through the download sequence. If you press N to use the Stock settings then the downloader will continue through the download sequence. Wide Open Throttle Press Y to modify WOT restriction Press N to use Stock WOT settings Wide Open Throttle Press Y to enable WOT restriction Press N to disable WOT restriction 13
Change Download Changing Download Settings/ Returning To stock settings: To return the vehicle to stock or to change any of the Download settings: Engine Tune, Speed Limiter, or Rev Limiter follow the steps below. 1. Select Install Download from the main menu 2. Follow the screen prompts on the downloader screen. 3. When the following Screen prompt appears you will need to select Y to Change settings or N to return to stock. Already Downloaded This Vehicle Has a Download Already Installed Y to Change Download Settings N to Return to Factory Stock After you have taken your original vehicle back to stock, you can install the Power Pup in a different vehicle. Before installing however, update the product online using the Update Agent. Before installing the Power Pup on a different vehicle, be certain that the new vehicle fits within the range of vehicle applications that are compatible with the part number and software version number associated with the Power Pup. 14
DTC Menu DTC Menu DTCs or diagnostic trouble codes are warnings saved on the engine computer that generally point to a particular malfunction in the vehicle. DTCs are an excellent method of diagnosing a vehicle, in fact this method is used by the OEM. To read or erase DTCs start by selecting DTC menu from the main menu. Once in the DTC menu you will find two options to choose from: Check DTCs and Clear DTCS. See the description for each below. Main Menu 50% Install Download DTC Menu Settings DTC Menu Check DTC s Clear DTC s NISSAN Select the DTC Menu item from the main menu to enter the DTC Menu. Select either Check DTC s or Clear DTC s from the DTC menu to use either function. Check DTCs: This function will look for any diagnostic trouble codes stored in the engine computer and will display all of the codes on the Power pup screen. Notice that most codes are accompanied by a description of the code. The diagram below illustrates the checking DTCs process screen by screen. Once the DTCs have been checked and are displayed on the screen they can be erased within this function by pressing Y. Press N to exit into the main menu. DTC MENU Turn ignition key to RUN position. do not start engine. DTC Menu TO CLEAR P 1610 1 OF 12 Unknown DTC Turn the key to the run position and wait for the downloader to establish communication. On this screen, scroll down to view all DTCs. Press Y to erase the DTCs, Press N to exit back into the main menu without erasing the codes. Erase DTCs: This function will simply erase whatever DTCs are found on the vehicle computer without displaying any of the DTCs on the screen. The diagram below illustrates the Erasing DTCs process screen by screen. DTC MENU Turn ignition key to RUN position. do not start engine. Turn the key to the run position and wait for the downloader to establish communication. Choosing this function will automatically erase the DTCs on the vehicle and then exit directly back into the Main Menu. 15
Settings Menu Settings Menu The settings menu contains two submenus: vehicle options and show settings. Each submenu is described in this section. Main Menu 50% Install Download DTC Menu Settings Settings 50% View Settings PRESS Y Select the Settings menu item from the main menu to enter the Settings Menu. Select either Vehicle Options or View Settings from the Settings menu to use either function. Vehicle Options: There are two vehicle options available: Adjust Timing, and Adjust Idle. Both of these functions are different than download features in that they both require that the vehicle is running during these adjustments. Further, the vehicle must be running at full operating temperature of at least 180 degrees for either of these adjustment options to work. These vehicle options will not work unless the correct condition are met. Note: these vehicle options aren t locked to any one vehicle. These options can be performed on an unlimited amount of vehicles. Be sure to check the vehicle applications available before proceeding with any attempt to make adjustments to another vehicle using these options. Adjust Timing: This vehicle option will adjust timing by plus or minus 2 degrees. See the instructions on how to use this feature below. Read the warning below. To use the adjust timing vehicle function follow the steps below: 1. From the Vehicle Options menu select Adjust Timing. 2. The next screen on the downloader will display the current operating temperature of the vehicle, only if the operating temperature is not within 180-201 degree. 3. Once in the Adjust timing screen use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the desired timing adjustment. The effects of the timing adjustment take place in real time as the timing is displayed on the screen. 4. Press Y to set the timing adjustment. 5. After setting the desired timing adjustment simply press the left arrow key to exit this vehicle option. Note: this feature can be adjusted as many times as is necessary to find the desired timing level. Adjust timing PRESS N To access this option your vehicle has to be at opertaing temp. 180-201 degrees This screen only appears if the vehicle is not up to operating temperature. Adjust timing PRESS N This feature will allow you to adjust timing +/- 2 degrees Timing Adjusted - 0 (Y) - set, up/down-change Warning using this vehicle option is at the risk of the vehicle owner. Advancing timing can cause predetonation or pinging. If you experience either one of these you must immediately use a higher octane fuel or reverse the vehicle option back to the stock position. If you are not educated on what advancing timing or retarding timing does to the engine or what its affects on the engine are, it is not recommended that you use this feature. 16
Settings Menu Adjust Idle: This vehicle option will adjust the idle rpm level of the engine. The idle rpm level of the engine can be raised by up to 250 rpms above stock. Idle can be adjusted in 12.5 rpm increments within the 250 rpm total range. To use the adjust idle vehicle option follow the steps below: 1. From the Vehicle Options menu select Adjust Idle. 2. The next screen on the downloader will display the current operating temperature of the vehicle, only if the operating temperature is not within 180-201 degrees. 3. Once in the Adjust Idle screen use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the desired idle adjustment. The effects of the idle adjustment take place in real time as the idle is displayed on the screen. 4. Press Y to set the idle adjustment. 5. After setting the desired idle adjustment simply press the left arrow key to exit this vehicle option. Note: this feature can be adjusted as many times as is necessary to find the desired idle level. Adjust Idle To access this option your vehicle has to be at opertaing temp. 180-201 degrees This screen only appears if the vehicle is not up to operating temperature. Adjust Idle This feature will allow you to adjust idle + 250RPMSs RPM Adjusted - 0 (Y) - set, up/down-change PRESS N View Settings: Enter the view settings menu to see how all of the downloader features are setup. All of the following features can be checked using this menu item. Octane (engine tune) Settings PRESS N Octane Regular Speed Limiter Speed Limiter 95 Mph Rev Limiter Target Timing Rev. Limiter Target Timing Target Idle 6200 +2 1000 Target Idle This screen displays all of the downloader settings as they are setup by the user. TROUBLE SHOOTING 17
Trouble shooting/warranty Power Pup Troubleshooting CONDITION POSSIBLE SOURCES ACTION Downloader displays Unknown part # Downloader doesn t light up when plugged into OBDII Checksum error during initial install Where is Serial # Located Downloader displays: high voltage turn off ACC. Downloader displays: not factory, another aftermarket product has been detected Installation Installation Installation Location Too much voltage running through ECM there is another downloader or software program installed on the vehicle If the downloader says Unknown Part Number when you try to install, update the product using the Update Agent software. If the downloader doesn t light up when plugged into the OBDII check the cigarette lighter fuse. Replace the fuse if blown. Try unplugging the downloader and try again. If problem continues, update the product using the Update Agent software and try again. There is a sticker on the back of the downloader. It is also displayed on the screen when the unit is first plugged in. Turn off all vehicle electronics including headlights stereo AC & fan. 1. Uninstall other downloader or software program before installing Bully Dog Power Pup. 2. It is not recommended that the Power Pup be installed with any other downloader or software. For more information on up-to-date troubleshooting guide for the Power Pup, go to www.bullydog.com/product_updates.php Warranty information: Warranty information for the Power Pup downloader can be found in the Power Pup package along with this instruction set. Warranty information can also be found on the web at: www.bullydog.com 18
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