50 State Legal GT Gas Part #40410 Doc. 40410-99 v1.
40410 50 State GT Gas Contents Updating the GT...................................................18- 25 Overview.............................................................................18-19 FAQs about Updating...................................................................................18 Basic Steps to Update (Short Version).........................................................19 What You Need to Update the GT................................................................
40410 50 State GT GAS About the GT Preview of Basic Installation Steps 1. Update the GT. This step is very important!!! See page 18 for more information. 2. Physically install the GT. See page 26 for more information. 3. Install the tune to your vehicle. See page 30 for more information. IMPORTANT NOTE: You MUST uninstall your Bully Dog engine tune before taking your vehicle in for ANY type of service. There are also other important times to uninstall the tune. Please see page 35 for more information.
0410 50 State GT Gas 3 Applications: D-512-6, D-512-7 CADILLAC Cadillac Escalade 5.3L 2002-2005 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L 2002-2010 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L 2012-2013 CHEVROLET/GMC Chevy Avalanche 5.3L 2002-2011 Chevy Avalanche 5.3L 2012-2013 Chevy Avalanche 6.0L 2007-2010 Chevy Avalanche 8.1L 2002-2006 Chevy Camaro 6.2L 2010-2010 Chevy Camaro 6.2L 2012-2013 Chevy Cruze 1.4L 2011-2013 Chevy Sonic 1.4L 2012-2013 Chevy/GMC Express/Savannah 4.
40410 50 State GT GAS PARTS LIST Your GT package should include the following items: 1. The GT Head Unit 5. Fuse Tap Part Number: 40415-1 6. Fuse Spade 2. OBDII Adapter Plug Part Number: 40400-105 7. Micro SD Card Part Number: 40410-10 8. Micro SD Card Reader 3. HDMI Cable Part Number: 40410-10 Part Number: 40400-100 4. Power Wire Part Number: 40400-101 8. Windshield Mount Part Number: 40400-102 4.
40410 50 State GT Gas Parts Description The GT Head Unit The main component of the Gauge Tuner is the head unit. It has the screen and the buttons that allow you to access all of the functions and features of the tuner. GT Front Side: The GT has seven capacitive touch buttons. Capacitive touch is a button style that is sensitive to the presence of your finger. Capacitive buttons do not need to be pushed, only touched to activate. The front of the GT head unit features a 2.4” LCD screen. GT Back Side: 1.
The OBDII Adapter Plug The GT assembly connects to your vehicle through the diagnostic port, which is located under the dash on the driver’s side. The OBDII Adapter Plug connects to the diagnostic port on your vehicle and has a connection for the HDMI cable that plugs into the back of the GT Head Unit. The illustration and numbered list below contain more information about the other parts of this important piece of the GT assembly. 40410 50 State GT GAS Parts Description 1.
40410 50 State GT Gas BUTTON NAVIGATION Function 1: Press the top left button to enter the Main Menu, also use this button to exit menus. Wasted Energy Menu RPM 00 rpm Acc. Coolant Average M PG Acc. Gallons 17 11.8 Intake Grade B Economy 0.0 mpg ® Function 2: Press any of the four buttons on the left side of the GT adjacent to one of the vehicle parameters on the screen will display that parameter in the large gauge area.
This picture of the GT main screen has the Driving Coach selected for the Large Gauge option. You can change which gauge is featured in the upper right corner of the main screen by holding down one of the buttons on the left side of the GT until the gauge type that you want is shown. Menu button: Press to enter the Main Menu. Wasted Energy Menu RPM 00 rpm Acc. Coolant Average MPG Acc. Gallons 17 11.8 Intake Instant MPG Economy 0.
40410 50 State GT Gas Available Options – All Models These options are presented in the order they appear on the Main Menu. If options are missing in your Main Menu, you should update your GT. See pages 18-25 for more information on updating your GT. Change Vehicle This option allows you to choose the type of vehicle that the GT will be used with. If the tune has already been installed, the Change Vehicle option cannot be used.
Pyro 1 & 2 Both pyro 1 and pyro 2 measure exhaust gas temperature. The only difference between them is the location of the temperature sensor. Used for defuel level settings, which protect the engine from heat damage. Availability and location of factory installed pyrometers vary according to vehicle make and year. All ’07.5 and newer diesel pickups that are equipped with OEM diesel particulate filters also include factory installed pyrometer sensors.
40410 50 State GT Gas Gauge Setup (continued) The following gauge options are provided to allow the GT to monitor additional sensors that are only available with the Bully Dog Sensor Docking Station. A/F Ratio 1 & 2 This gauge option shows the ratio of air to fuel. The GT will use this information to ensure that your engine is using the correct ratio to completely burn all of the fuel being used and maximize performance and efficiency. Only available on Bully Dog Sensor Docking Station part number 40385.
Set Background Theme Change the display colors on your GT. Adjust Backlight Change the brightness for both the day and the night operating modes of the GT. To change between night and day mode, hold both the right buttons (the up and down buttons) while you are in the general gauge display. Set Animation Preferences Turn the Wave Effect on or off. This effect creates a ripple on the screen whenever you press a button. English/Metric Units Switch between miles/kilometers and gallons/liters.
40410 50 State GT Gas Driving Coach Setup The Driving Coach is a special feature designed to be your fuel economy dashboard and information center. It provides real-time visual and audio feedback about driving efficiency and where energy is being lost. The driving coach will help you understand the optimal conditions for your particular vehicle through real-time observation, giving you the power to maximize your vehicle’s fuel economy.
Checking Speedometer Accuracy First: Change the Gauge Setup to have the Speed displayed on the main display screen. See page 8 for more information about changing the information displayed on the main display screen. Next: Go to a safe place with little to no traffic where you can perform a speed test. Make sure the speed limit is at least 60 mph. Here are two different ways to find out your vehicle’s actual speed: Method 1: GPS 1.
40410 50 State GT Gas Driving Coach Setup (continued) Checking Average Fuel Economy It is important to check the accuracy of the average economy readout on the GT at least once every changing season. There are many reasons to check and adjust the average fuel economy, here is one example: The fuel delivered to gas stations during the winter contains an average of 1.3% less energy than the fuel delivered in warmer seasons. That means that the same amount of liquid is going into the tank, but it is 1.
Set Engine Size This is automatically determined when you choose your vehicle make and year during installation of the tune. You would only need to access this option if you do not have a stock engine displacement size. Set Vehicle Weight This is automatically determined when you choose your vehicle make and year during installation of the tune. You would only need to access this option if you do not have a stock gross vehicle weight.
40410 50 State GT Gas Diagnostics This option reads the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from your vehicle engine. You can also erase these codes from here. To look up the DTC codes, the following website is very helpful: http://engine-codes.com/ You can also search for more information about DTC codes online using your favorite search engine. IMPORTANT NOTE: Most DTCs indicate a problem with the engine, not with the tune or the tuner itself.
Overview FAQs about Updating Why do I have to update my GT? Because it’s very important! These are just some of the reasons: 40410 50 State GT GAS Updating the GT 1. Vehicle manufacturers regularly change the part numbers and other information that the GT needs to know in order to communicate effectively with your engine computer. If the GT doesn’t have updated information, it may not work correctly with your vehicle.
40410 50 State GT Gas Updating the GT Basic Steps to Update (Short Version) You can find a more detailed description of this process on page 20. 1. Run the Update Agent. 2. Connect the Micro SD card to your computer. 3. Choose the vehicle application and let the Agent search. 4. Click the Update button. 5. When the Update is finished, put the Micro SD card in the GT. 6. Update the GT from the SD card by choosing Update GT Software on the Main Menu. What You Need to Update the GT 1.
40410 50 State GT GAS Updating the GT (Detailed Steps for Windows) The following instructions are intended for Microsoft Windows computers. Please see page 25 for Apple computer instructions. Uninstall the tune from your vehicle 1. If the tune is not yet installed, skip to step 2. 2. For information about uninstalling the tune, see pages 35-37. 3. For information about checking to see if the tune is installed, see page 37. Connect your Micro SD card to a computer with internet access 1.
40410 50 State GT Gas Updating the GT (Detailed Steps for Windows) The following instructions are intended for Microsoft Windows computers. 4. You can download the installation file at http://www.bullydog.com/update_agent.php • Save the file first, then run it. (If you try to run the file without saving, your computer will generate an error message). • If you get pop-up messages asking for permission to install, click the buttons to let your computer finish installing the Update Agent.
(Detailed Steps for Windows) 5. Run the application. • If you have just installed it, the Agent may already be running. - You can show the Update Agent by right-clicking the icon in the system tray at the bottom right corner of your screen, and then clicking Show Agent. - Or you can stop the previous instance of the Update Agent and open a new one – either option is a winner.
40410 50 State GT Gas Updating the GT (Detailed Steps for Windows) 8. NOTE: This step varies depending on how you have connected the Bully Dog to your computer. • If you have the Micro SD card connected to the computer: - Disconnect it from the computer and put it in the GT. - Then turn the GT on by connecting it to a computer or to a vehicle and turning the key to the Run position.
The Update Agent Won’t Install Q.Why does my computer open a window full of weird symbols when I try to install the Update Agent? 40410 50 State GT GAS Troubleshooting Updating Problems A. Your computer is not up to date and you need to run Windows Update first. See pages 40-46 for more information about running Windows Update. The Update Agent Won’t Recognize my Micro SD card Q. Why isn’t the Update Agent recognizing that the Micro SD card is connected to my computer? A.
40410 50 State GT Gas Updating Your GT (Detailed Steps for Apple) 1. Return your vehicle to stock. See pages 35-37 for detailed instructions on this process. 2. Connect your Micro SD card to your computer. • Connect the Micro SD card using a card reader. OR • Connect the GT with the Micro SD card installed by using a USB cable. Do not use the HDMI cable to update the GT. 4. Go to the Bully Dog website and click on the link for Update Agent.
Be sure to check the list and description of included parts on pages 4-6. Brief Preview This is a quick list of the basic installation steps. You can find more specific information about each step in the next section. 1. Connect the OBDII adapter plug to the port under the dash. 2. Plug in the power cable to the fuse box and connect it to the adapter plug. 3. Run the HDMI cable under the dash. 4. Mount and connect the GT.
40410 50 State GT Gas GT Physical Installation Detailed Instructions 1. Connect The OBDII Adapter Plug to the OBDII Port. See page 6 for a detailed description of the different parts of the OBDII adapter plug. • Find the OBDII port in your vehicle. As shown in the illustration, the specific location of the port can vary between different vehicles, but it is always somewhere under the driver’s side dash. The OBDII port will have the same shape as the end of the adapter plug.
Detailed Instructions (Continued) 3. Run the HDMI cable under the dash. This step helps you install the HDMI cable in a way that is discreet, stylish, and that helps to protect the GT 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the port on the OBDII adapter plug. 2. Run the middle of the cable up through the dash on the driver’s side so that the end of the cable comes out near the A-pillar.
40410 50 State GT Gas Additional Mounting Options Bully Dog has created alternative mounting solutions which will allow you to mount your GT in even more convenient locations. RAM Mirror-Mate Part Numbers: 31600 and 33600 The RAM Mirror-Mate mounting kit will allow you to mount your GT directly beneath your rearview mirror. This heavy-duty mounting solution provides easy and intuitive access to your GT without blocking the driver’s view. Y.
In order to enjoy additional horsepower and other advantages of tuning your vehicle, you need to use the Install Download feature. The process is basically the same when you are installing, changing settings, or returning to stock. CAUTION! This option actively reprograms the engine computer in your vehicle – if the process is interrupted because of poor preparation you will have problems which could prevent you from using the GT or even being able to drive your vehicle for a few days.
40410 50 State GT Gas Installing the Tune Important Preparation Steps (Continued) Make SURE that the Battery is Charged DO make sure that your batteries are fully charged before beginning any download. It is a good idea to have a battery charger ready to connect to your vehicle if the batteries begin to lose their charge while you are installing the download.
Removing Fuses This step is vital for successful installation on some vehicles, but not required on others. The following pages include information about which fuses need to be pulled to allow the GT to install the tune to the engine computer on specific vehicles. If the fuses are not pulled, the tune will most likely freeze during the install process. Fuses can be replaced after the tune installation has been completed. 40410 50 State GT GAS Installing the Tune GMC/Chevrolet ’99-’02 4.8/5.3/6.0/8.
40410 50 State GT Gas Installing the Tune 1. Complete the Pre-install steps • Update GT using Update Agent -pages 18-25. • Physical Installation -pages 26-29. • Install tune preparations -pages 30-32. 2. Turn your key to the Run position. (DO NOT start the engine) 3. Go to the Main Menu 4. Choose Install Download 5. Follow the instructions on your GT screen, which will include the following steps: .• You will need to turn your key to different positions and then press Continue.
Error During Installation 1. Make note of the code number and all information displayed on the screen. 2. Disconnect and update your GT. See page pages 18-25 for instructions. 3. Make sure that you have disconnected all aftermarket electronics and completed all of the important preparation steps. See pages 30-32 for more information. 4. Try to install the download again. 5. If the error occurs again, contact technical support. See page 47 for more information about contacting technical support.
40410 50 State GT Gas Uninstalling - Returning to Stock What does this mean? “Uninstalling the tune” and “returning to stock” are different ways to describe the same thing: writing the original (stock) information to the engine computer so it uses the settings that it used before you installed your GT. Doing this also sends a signal to the GT to let it know that it is no longer installed on a vehicle, which will allow you to install the tune at a later time.
There are two ways to return your vehicle to stock. IMPORTANT NOTE: Both methods are very similar to installing the tune to your vehicle, so you should make the same preparations and take the same precautions. This means choosing a good time and place, making sure the battery is charged, pulling fuses (if necessary), disconnecting aftermarket electronics, etc. See pages 30-32 for more information.
40410 50 State GT Gas Uninstalling - Returning to Stock What if I Don’t Return to Stock? Here are some common examples: • If you take your vehicle in for service, they will “flash” the engine computer. Even if you ask them not to, any dealer or shop will do this automatically – it is standard procedure for any vehicle they see and they really can’t help themselves from following this ingrained habit.
ARB EO Sticker Placement CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS INFORMATION Vehicles registered in California that have this product installed are required to have an ARB E.O. sticker in place to pass California smog checks. The ARB E.O. sticker is included in the package with new 50 State Legal GT Gas units and should be installed under the hood in an easily visible location.
410 50 State GT Gas More Information Changing the Power Level The power level tunes on the GT gas are based on the octane of the fuel being run in the vehicle. Unlike the GT diesel, this option cannot be changed On The Fly (OTF), because it is impossible to change the type of fuel being used while you are driving. There are some times when this setting does need to be changed, like when filling the tank with a different octane than previously used before.
Windows Update Windows XP 1. Click the Start button. 40410 50 State GT GAS More Information 2. Click All Programs 3. Click Windows Update 4.
40410 50 State GT Gas More Information Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 5. If your computer doesn’t have the most recent update software, your browser will display a pop-up bar like the one shown below: If your computer shows that message, click on the bar and then click Install ActiveX Control: If your computer doesn’t show that message, skip to step 9. 6. When the Internet Explorer Security Warning pops up, click Install: 7. Click the Install Now button. 8.
Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 9. At this point, you have two choices: • Express: Choose this option if you prefer an automatic update and have the time to wait for all of the updates to finish downloading and installing. Depending on how many updates are required, this could take several hours. It is also likely that you will have to restart your computer in the middle of the process and may even have to run the Express Update more than once before your computer is completely up to date.
40410 50 State GT Gas More Information Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 12..Your computer will then download and install the updates for the Windows Update software. When your computer has finished downloading and installing the updates, you will be prompted to restart your computer. You must restart in order to proceed to the next step in the update process. 13. Once your computer has restarted, repeat steps 1,2,3, and 9 (open Windows Update and click Custom).
Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 14. After checking for the latest updates for your computer, Windows Update will display a list of updates that are available. First, scroll down and clear any of the High Priority updates that may already be selected. 40410 50 State GT GAS More Information 15. Once you have cleared the other updates, click on Software, Optional. 16. Click the box to select the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 and .NET Framework 3.5 Family Update (KB951847) x86.
40410 50 State GT Gas More Information Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 17. Once the .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack is selected, click on Review and Install Updates. 18. Make sure that the .NET Framework is the only update selected, then click Install Updates.
Windows Update (continued) Windows XP 19. Windows will download the .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack update. Windows will also automatically initialize the installation of the update. This step could take a few minutes and it might seem like your computer is stuck, but this is normal and your computer will continue the process automatically when it is ready. 40410 50 State GT GAS More Information Then, your computer will begin installing the update.
40410 50 State GT Gas Contacting Technical Support Technical Support is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. The phone number to contact technical support is (940)783-9915. You should have all of the following items available when contacting technical support: • Your GT tuner • Your vehicle • A computer with internet access USB Mode When you connect your GT to your computer via a USB cable, it enters USB Mode. In order to use the Update Agent, keep the GT in USB Mode.
Pyrometer Calibration What is Pyrometer Calibration? Pyro calibration is a way to find the best temperature to use for the GT temperature warning setting for your vehicle. This will help you prevent heat damage to your engine. 40410 50 State GT GAS more information How to Calibrate Your Pyrometer 1. Return your truck to stock by uninstalling the tune. See pages 39-41 for more information. 2. Find a steep hill with a long road and a high speed limit. 3. Wait for a hot day. 4.
40410 50 State GT Gas FAQs/Troubleshooting My GT Won’t Turn Off Q. I have turned my vehicle off and removed the key – everything else has turned off. Why won’t my GT turn off? A. The power switch on the OBDII adapter plug is in the “wrong” position. If you want the GT to turn on and off along with the rest of your vehicle, you will need to make sure that the power switch is in the “correct” position and that the power cable is installed correctly.
Q.Why isn’t my vehicle included in the list under the Change Vehicle option? A. Chevrolet owners should choose the GMC option that matches the year of their vehicle. If your vehicle is very new or very old, you may need to update (see page 18) or your vehicle may not be supported yet. What Kind of Increased Performance Can I Expect? 40410 50 State GT GAS My Vehicle isn’t Listed under Change Vehicle Q. How much extra horsepower will my vehicle get? What can I expect for fuel efficiency improvements? A.
