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Bully Dog ECM Tuner Owner's Manual

Cummins part# 46511 | cat part# 46521 detroit/mercedes part#46531 | paccar part#46541
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ECM TUNER
Cummins
part# 46511 | CAT part# 46521
®
Detroit/Mercedes
part#46531 | Paccar
part#46541
®
®
OWNER'S MANUAL
Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled vehicles based and registered in California.

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  • Page 1 ECM TUNER Cummins part# 46511 | CAT part# 46521 ® Detroit/Mercedes part#46531 | Paccar part#46541 ® ® OWNER’S MANUAL Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled vehicles based and registered in California.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ECM TUNER Table of Contents Introduction ............2-7 Vehicle Application Chart ..........2 Parts List and Description ..........3-7 Updating the ECM Tuner ........7-17 Overview ................7-9 Installing the Heavy Duty Update Agent ......10 Updating the ECM Tuner ..........11-17 Physical Installation ..........18-19 Installing the Tune ..........
  • Page 3 ECM TUNER Important Note: You MUST uninstall the tune from your engine before taking your vehicle in for ANY type of service. ® DETROIT /MERCEDES ® CUMMINS ® PACCAR ® Check online at bullydog.com for a list of applications.

  • Page 4: Parts List And Description

    ECM TUNER Parts List and Description Parts List Head Unit SD Card Reader 6-Pin Data Plug HDMI Cable 9-Pin Data Plug Mini-USB Cable microSD Card...

  • Page 5: Parts Description

    Head Unit The Head Unit is the interface through which all operating functions are performed. Note: To access the ports in the head unit of the ECM Tuner, users will have to pull off the enclosing rubber case. Front Side The ECM Tuner features a 2.4″...
  • Page 6 ECM TUNER 6- and 9-Pin Data Plugs The 6- and 9-pin data plugs connect the ECM Tuner to the vehicle. Count the number of pins in the vehicle data port and use the matching plug. (If both plug types are present, use the 9-pin connection.)
  • Page 7 The 5 foot HDMI cable connects the ECM Tuner to the Data Plug. It also features a Mini-USB pigtail port for the Bully Dog Sensor Docking Station. Mini-USB Cable The Mini-USB cable is a standard, off-the-shelf Mini-USB cable. It can be used to connect the ECM Tuner to a computer.
  • Page 8 MicroSD Memory Card The microSD memory card holds all of the electronic files for the ECM Tuner; the ECM Tuner will not function if the card is not installed. The card can also be removed from the ECM Tuner and connected to a computer via the included card...

  • Page 9: Updating The Ecm Tuner

    3. Bully Dog engineers are constantly working to expand the features and vehicles that the ECM Tuner is able to support. Once a new vehicle or option is unlocked, they make sure it is available to everyone by including it in...
  • Page 10 ECM TUNER How often should I update? Make sure to update the ECM Tuner upon receipt. After the first update is complete, there is no need to update the tuner unless there is a glitch or malfunction. The Bully Dog technical support team can provide more information.

  • Page 11: Installing The Heavy Duty Update Agent

    3. Click on the Update Agent button for the HD GT and HD WatchDog™. Update Agent for HD GT, ECM Tuner and HD WatchDog 4. Let the file finish downloading. 5. Find the setup.exe file and double-click it to run the Heavy Duty Update Agent setup.

  • Page 12: Updating The Ecm Tuner

    ‣ You can check to see if it is already running by looking for the Bully Dog icon in the System Tray in the bottom right corner of your screen. ‣ If the Heavy Duty Update Agent is already installed,...
  • Page 13 USB port. It is possible to update by keeping the memory card installed and connecting the ECM Tuner to a computer via Mini-USB cable; however, this method is slower and not recommended. 4. Your computer and the Heavy Duty Update Agent will automatically recognize the memory card.
  • Page 14 5. The Heavy Duty Update Agent will prompt you to register the ECM Tuner if it has not already been done. a. To register, fill out the fields and click Submit. b. To register at a later time, click Cancel.
  • Page 15 Take the microSD memory card out of the card reader and install it in the ECM Tuner. Note: To access the ports in the head unit of the ECM Tuner, users will have to pull off the enclosing rubber case.
  • Page 16 Go to the Main Menu (top left button). 10. Go to the Main Menu (top left button). 11. Use the buttons on the right of the ECM Tuner to scroll down and highlight one of the following options: ‣...
  • Page 17 Do you want to load this le now? (Press YES to start update.) ‣ If the engine/vehicle application is incorrect, press the top left button (Go Back). The ECM Tuner will go back to the Main Menu and you can choose Change Vehicle/Engine (or Change Engine/ Vehicle).
  • Page 18 CUMMINS DETROIT DOWN Select PACCAR 14. Once you have confirmed the vehicle/engine application, the ECM Tuner will load the new files and restart. Once the ECM Tuner has restarted, the update process is complete. LOADING IMAGE Selected: XXXXXXXXXXXXXX Loading le from SD card.

  • Page 19: Physical Installation

    ECM TUNER Physical Installation 1. Locate the Data Port and Connect the Plug. The vehicle date port is typically located in one of three different locations: • Underneath the dash. ‣ On the driver’s side of the cab. ‣ On the lower front part of the dash.
  • Page 20 ECM TUNER 1. Connect ECM Tuner and Complete Install. 1. Plug in the ECM Tuner and let the device power on. 2. Proceed to the “Installing the Tuning” section. *When the install process is complete, users can disconnect the ECM tuner and store it in a safe spot.

  • Page 21: Installing The Tune

    ECM TUNER Installing the Tune In order to enjoy the advantages of tuning your engine, like additional horsepower and/or fuel economy, you need to use the Install Tuning feature. The process is basically the same when you are installing the tune, changing certain settings or uninstalling.

  • Page 22: Important Preparation Steps

    ECM TUNER Important Preparation Steps (for All Engine Types) Choosing an Appropriate Time and Place to Install Do NOT install if you will need to use the vehicle to get somewhere soon. • Do set aside three hours to install the tune.
  • Page 23 Make sure that electrical devices are turned off or disconnected as described below while you are installing the ECM Tuner to your vehicle. Once the tune is installed, you can reconnect them and turn on all of the electronics that you normally use.
  • Page 24 DO update your ECM Tuner. • Updating requires a computer with Internet access. Do install the microSD memory card into the ECM Tuner. DO make sure that the tune has not already been installed. 1. Go to the Main Menu on the ECM Tuner.
  • Page 25 ‣ Unlocked from Vehicle: continue with your preparations to install the tune. ‣ Locked to Vehicle: ◦ Connect the ECM Tuner to the original vehicle and uninstall the tune. ◦ If this cannot be done, contact technical support (a fee may be required to reset the device).

  • Page 26: Detroit ® /Mercedes, Cummins ® And Paccar ® Engines

    1) you have completed the physical installation, 2) you have completed the preparation steps and 3) you are familiar with the detailed instructions provided before you attempt to install the ECM Tuner. 1. Physically install the ECM Tuner. 2. Prepare to install the tune.
  • Page 27 Insert the included SD card and visit www.bullydogbigrig.com 5. If it is the first time the ECM Tuner has been connected to a vehicle, you may need to select an engine type. ‣ If you are not prompted to select a vehicle, skip to step 10.
  • Page 28 ECM TUNER 7. The ECM Tuner will load and boot the image (the vehicle files). ‣ This process is fast, it should not take longer than three minutes. ‣ The ECM Tuner will show a percentage counter while it is loading; then the screen will darken and the device will chirp for approximately five seconds while it reboots.
  • Page 29 (bottom left button). Special Features DOWN SELECT 13. You may receive a message stating that the ECM Tuner has not been registered – press Continue (top right button) to proceed with the tuning and be sure to register later. REGISTER Go Back...
  • Page 30 Do Not Unplug ‣ Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner. 18. The ECM Tuner will read the file. ‣ This means that the ECM Tuner is reading the stock file from your engine computer. Reading File ‣ This part of the tune...
  • Page 31 ECM TUNER 19. When the ECM Tuner is finished reading the file, it will prompt you to select a tune. ‣ Choose between Stock, SELECT TUNE Economy, Power/ Economy and Power. Stock ‣ Use the buttons on the Economy right to highlight the Economy with Power tune you want.
  • Page 32 ‣ Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner. Leave Key OFF! DO NOT UNPLUG!!! 26. After the countdown, the ECM Tuner will prompt you to turn the key to the RUN position. KEY RUN a. Turn the key to the RUN position.
  • Page 33 DOWNLOADING Download completed succesfully! CONTINUE 28. The ECM Tuner will reboot and show the Main Menu screen. a. Test to make sure that your vehicle starts and runs correctly. If so, the tune has been successfully installed and you are ready to enjoy your ECM Tuner! ‣...

  • Page 34: Cat ® Engines

    2. Prepare to install the tune. 3. Turn the key to the RUN (or ON) position. 4. Choose Install Tuning from the Main Menu. 5. Allow the ECM Tuner to collect information from your vehicle. Phase 2 1. Disconnect the microSD memory card from the ECM Tuner.
  • Page 35 Insert the included SD card and visit www.bullydogbigrig.com 5. If it is the first time the ECM Tuner has been connected to a vehicle, it may require that you select an engine type before you are allowed to continue.
  • Page 36 Press YES to continue. correct vehicle type. a. Press YES (top right button) to continue. 7. The ECM Tuner will then load and boot the image (the vehicle files). ‣ This process is fast, it should not take longer than three minutes.
  • Page 37 ECM TUNER 9. The ECM Tuner will restart and show the Main Menu screen in a Demo Mode. MAIN MENU Go Back Tuner Install Tuning Special Features DOWN SELECT 10. Go to the Main Menu MAIN MENU Go Back (top left button).
  • Page 38 ABS/brake fuses. Press Continue when 19. Press Continue (top right button). ready to proceed. Continue 20. Once the ECM Tuner shows that Phase 1 is DOWNLOADING complete, begin Phase 2. Phase 1 Complete! Truck Data Acquired.
  • Page 39 Internet access. If ® you do not have access to a suitable computer, contact your Bully Dog dealer for installation help. 1. Remove the microSD memory card from the ECM Tuner. 2. Run the Heavy Duty Update Agent on a computer with Internet access.
  • Page 40 Phase 2 of the Cat engine tune installation. ® ‣ If the ECM Tuner is already registered, no registration prompt should appear. 6. Click Phase 2: Upload Tuning Files. 7. The Update Agent will read information collected about...
  • Page 41 ‣ Files correct, Uploading to Device: The Update Agent is transferring the tuning files to the memory card. 9. Click OK when the Update Agent indicates that Phase 2 is complete. 10. Put the memory card back into the ECM Tuner. 11. Continue to Phase 3.
  • Page 42 Phase 3 of the tune installation. After this point, it is extremely important that the ECM Tuner and vehicle are not disturbed. If the process is interrupted, the engine computer may need to be recovered.
  • Page 43 GT is Ready to Download to Truck ...Press Continue... 8. The ECM Tuner will provide a list of available engine tunes. Select the tune you prefer: ‣ Stock: Original factory power levels. ‣ Economy: 6-12% improvement in fuel mileage (with good driving habits).
  • Page 44 After the tune is selected, do not unplug or disturb the ECM Tuner or vehicle in any way. If the process is interrupted, the engine computer may need to be recovered. 9. The ECM Tuner will build the file. BUILDING FILE ‣ This process is fast; it should take a minute or less.
  • Page 45 ECM Tuner! ‣ See troubleshooting if your vehicle does not start. ‣ If the ECM Tuner freezes or generates an error message, contact technical support. MAIN MENU...

  • Page 46: Uninstalling The Tune

    1. Prepare the vehicle to uninstall the tune. 2. Turn the key to the RUN (or ON) position. 3. Choose Uninstall Device from the Main Menu. 4. Follow the prompts on the ECM Tuner screen. Detailed instructions. 1. Prepare the vehicle to uninstall the tune.
  • Page 47 This is the nal opportunity to which you can safely exit exit the download procedure by pressing disagree. disagree the uninstall process. 7. The ECM Tuner will build the file. ‣ This process if fast; is should take about one BUILDING FILE minute. Setting...
  • Page 48 ECM TUNER 8. When the ECM Tuner has finished preparing to uninstall the tune, it will prompt you to turn the key to the RUN position. KEY RUN a. Turn the key to the RUN (or ON) position. PLEASE VERIFY KEY...
  • Page 49 Please Wait ECM Tuner. Seconds Leave Key OFF! DO NOT UNPLUG!!! 12. After the countdown, the ECM Tuner will prompt you to turn the key to the RUN position. a. Turn the key to the RUN KEY RUN (or ON) position.
  • Page 50 ECM TUNER 14. The ECM Tuner will reboot and show the Main Menu screen. a. Test to make sure that your vehicle runs correctly. ◦ If you vehicle does not start, contact technical support. b. Check the status of the ECM Tuner to make sure that it shows Unlocked.

  • Page 51: Operating The Ecm Tuner

    Go Back to the Main Menu. Install Tuning Install the ECM Tuner tune to your vehicle engine. IMPORTANT NOTE: This step actively reprograms the engine computer (ECM/ECU); therefore, it is very important to be fully informed and prepared before beginning the tune installation.

  • Page 52: Special Features

    The special features described in this section are not available for every vehicle. If a feature is available for a vehicle, then it will appear in the Special Features menu on the ECM Tuner. In order to access the Special Features, the correct vehicle application must be selected on the ECM Tuner;...
  • Page 53 ECM TUNER Speed Limiter Adjust top speed available on the vehicle. Fuel Economy Tip: Limiting the top speed can dramatically reduce fuel consumption; even dropping down by 1-2 mph will have an effect. Cruise Low Set the lowest speed at which the cruise control can be set.

  • Page 54: User Options

    ECM TUNER User Options Set personal preferences on the ECM Tuner. Adjust Backlight Adjust the brightness of the screen; separate settings are available for day and night modes. 1. Go to the Main Menu MAIN MENU Go Back (top left button).
  • Page 55 ‣ It is possible to exit without changing the setting. To exit, press Go Back (top left button). 9. To set the currently displayed backlight percentage, press SELECT (bottom left button). ‣ The ECM Tuner will automatically return to the previous screen. DAY THEME Go Back...
  • Page 56 ‣ The screen will display the highlighted color theme. 9. SELECT the highlighted theme (bottom left button). ‣ If a preset color theme is selected, the ECM Tuner will automatically return to the previous screen. ‣ Additional steps are required to set a customized theme, see the next section.
  • Page 57 ECM TUNER Creating a Custom Color Theme 1. Follow the steps listed in the previous section to select a custom background color theme. 2. Change the background color (right buttons). ‣ The screen with display a preview of each color option.
  • Page 58 7. To set the currently displayed color and advance to the next screen, press SELECT (bottom left button). ‣ The ECM Tuner will go back to the background color (step 2) and the cycle will continue until you exit the CUSTOM THEME menu.
  • Page 59 • Special Features • Uninstall Device • Change Vehicle • Assign Truck Number The ECM Tuner Administrator Password is a four digit code that can consist of numbers, spaces and letters. Activating Password Protection 1. Go to the Main Menu...
  • Page 60 ENTER 1 1 1 1 DOWN MOVE CURSOR 9. Confirm the password by entering it into the ECM Tuner a second time. If the passwords do not match, the Administrator Password will not be set. ‣ Press Go Back (top left button).

  • Page 61: Special Features

    1 1 1 1 repeatedly until it cycles DOWN MOVE CURSOR back to correct digit. 8. Press ENTER (top left button). 9. The ECM Tuner will display ADMIN PWD Go Back a screen confirming that the Administrator Password has been Administrator rights removed.

  • Page 62: User Options

    Reset to System Default Reset the ECM Tuner user options. The ECM Tuner will remain locked to a vehicle if the Install Tuning or Special Features options have been used, even if the defaults are reset. To unlock the ECM Tuner, you must go through the Uninstall Device process.

  • Page 63: Vehicle Settings

    SELECT option (bottom left button). 4. The ECM Tuner will check for DTCs. ‣ If DTCs are detected, the ECM Tuner will display them on the screen. Keep reading for more information about what to do if DTCs are detected..

  • Page 64: Show Settings

    • You can also search for information about DTC codes with your favorite search engine. IMPORTANT NOTE: Most DTCs indicate a problem with the engine, not the ECM Tuner. To determine if the ECM Tuner is causing a DTC, follow these steps: 1. Uninstall the tune.

  • Page 65: Update Device Software

    ‣ To exit without changing the XXXXXXXXXXXXX vehicle type, press NO (bottom right button) or Go Back (top left button). 9. The ECM Tuner will load the vehicle files and reboot. ‣ Do NOT interrupt the ECM Tuner during this process.

  • Page 66: More Information

    When you connect the ECM Tuner to a computer via USB cable, it enters USB mode. In order to use the Update Agent, keep the ECM Tuner in USB Mode. If you want to use your computer to power the ECM Tuner and...

  • Page 67: Contacting Technical Support

    1. Go to the Main Menu (top left button). 2. Highlight Show Settings (right buttons). 3. SELECT the highlighted option (bottom left button). 4. The status of the ECM Tuner is listed on the top line of the first screen.

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    ECM TUNER NOTE: The Show Settings screens will also indicate if the ECM Tuner is locked because the tune has been installed and/or a Special Feature has been used. The screens are different for each vehicle/engine type. To navigate through the Show Settings screens, press UP (top right button) and DOWN (bottom right button).

  • Page 69: Notes

    ECM TUNER NOTES...
  • Page 70 Doc. #46511 v1.0 AFTERMARKET TURBOCHARGERS ⁃ Quicker Spool Up over Stock ⁃ Improve Horsepower and Fuel Economy ⁃ Increase Boost Pressure 6-10 lbs. over Stock Turbos ⁃ Cartridge 100% Balanced for Fast Spool and Longer Life ⁃ No Core Charge ⁃...

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