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E V O L U T I O N
EVOLUTION
PROGRAMMING
NOTE: It is important to
unplug all power consum-
ing devices (plugged into the
cigarette lighter). If you are
receiving errors or your display
is stuck on the “Uploading
bootloader” screen, refer to the
trouble shooting guide at the
back of this manual for more
information.
USING LEVELS
The CS/CTS device comes
ready with power levels to be
programmed into your vehicle’s
Power Control Module (PCM)
(see the Power Levels section) of
the manual for further detailed
Power Level descriptions). You
can choose these levels by en-
tering the Programming menu
(under the Main Menu), and
choosing from one of the listed
Power Levels. (Figure 24)
Figure 24
NOTE: Figure 21 depicts the
programming level options for
a GM product. If you have
another make such as Ford or
Dodge, you will notice that the
levels available for your vehicle
will vary from the GM options.
For example, if you own a
97-09 F150, the economy level
option is not available and can-
not be added.
Select the power level that
best suits your needs. Follow
the instructions on the screen.
Evolution programming is done
while the vehicle is parked and
away from traffi c or where the
vehicle may impede access, or
exit. Programming will take
several minutes and the vehicle
can not be started.
WARNING: Do not com-
bine, or “stack” chips (mod-
ules) to gain more horsepower.
The chips could be incompat-
ible and result in power-train
failure or create dangerous
conditions leading to a serious
or fatal accident.
CUSTOM OPTIONS
After choosing a power level to
program your vehicle with the
Evolution, you will be prompt-
ed with the option to “Create