Chev r Cama olet ro SS Supe rchar ger In stalla Syste tion I m nstr u 2010 ction -2013 s MODE L YEA R* *Legal in Cali for nia on ly for r acing vehicle s whic h may never be use d upon a high way. ® ENGINEERING, INC 1650 Pacific Avenue, Channel Islands CA 93033-9901 • Phone: 805-247-0226 Fax: 805-247-0669 • www.vortechsuperchargers.com • M-F 7:00AM - 3:30PM (PST) DP/N: 4GE020-010 - v4.
FOREWORD T his manual provides information on the installation, maintenance and service of the Vortech supercharger kit expressly designed for this vehicle. All information, illustrations and specifications contained herein are based on the latest product information available at the time of this publication. Changes to the manual may be made at any time without notice.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii TABLE OF CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v PARTS LIST, V-3 SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COPYRIGHT NOTICE This product is protected by state common law, copyright and/or patent. All legal rights therein are reserved. The design, layout, dimensions, geometry and engineering features shown in this product are the exclusive property of Vortech Engineering, Inc.
CHEVROLET 2010-2013 CAMARO SS Installation Instructions Congratulations on selecting the best performing and best backed automotive supercharger available today... the VORTECH® Supercharger! Before beginning this installation, please read through this entire instruction booklet and the Street Supercharger System Owner's Manual which includes the Automotive Limited Warranties Program and the Warranty Registration form. Vortech supercharger systems are performance improving devices.
2010-11 CAMARO SS, V-3 SYSTEM Part No. 4GE218-010L parts list ® ENGINEERING, INC IMPORTANT: Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately. PART NO. 008110 008130 008447 009035 2F328-060 DESCRIPTION QTY SMALL SILVER DIE CUT DECAL LICENSE PLATE FRAME, VORTECH 1 YR S/C STRT INFO PKG ASY VOR S/C LUBE, BOTTLED, VORT 3-PACK V3 S/C ASY, 2010 CAMARO SS 2 1 1 1 1 4GE020-010 INSTR.
2010-11 CAMARO SS, V-3 SYSTEM Part No. 4GE218-010L parts list, CONT'D ® ENGINEERING, INC IMPORTANT: PART NO. Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately. DESCRIPTION QTY 7P375-625 7P250-078 7A250-063 7J250-001 7E010-050 4GE010-080 4GE010-090 4GE010-100 7R004-687 7R007-002 7R001-008 3/8 NPT X 5/8 HOSE BARB 1/4 NPT X 5/16 BARB X 90° 1/4-20 X .
2010-13 CAMARO, V-7 TUNER KIT Part No. 4GE218-120 parts list ® ENGINEERING, INC IMPORTANT: PART NO. Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately. DESCRIPTION QTY 008110 SMALL SILVER DIE CUT DECAL 2 008130 LICENSE PLATE FRAME, VORTECH 1 008447 1 YR S/C STRT INFO PKG ASY VOR 1 2A258-070 S/C ASY, V7 YSi, 10-13 CAMARO 1 4GE130-026 OIL FEED ASSY, 10-13 CAMARO 1 7P016-125 M16 x 1.
2010-13 CAMARO, V-7 TUNER KIT Part No. 4GE218-120 parts list, CONT'D ® ENGINEERING, INC IMPORTANT: PART NO.
This page intentionally left blank P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
1. Preparation/Removal A. Remove the Front Bumper Cover (FBC): 1. Remove the two (2) 10mm-headed screws from the bottom of the FBC. 2. Remove three (3) T20 Torx screws securing each splash guard to the FBC (6 total). These screws are located in the wheel wells just forward of the front wheels along the outer edge. 3. Remove two (2) of the plastic pins securing each splash guard to the inner fender structure (4 total). One is adjacent to the strut and the other is directly above the wheel. 4.
B. Disconnect the negative battery terminal (located in the trunk) using a 10mm socket. Remove the trunk carpet, loosen the large plastic wing nut in the center of the floor and lift the trunk floor out. Remove the tire repair kit to reveal the battery. C. Remove the oil fill cap on the passenger side valve cover to allow removal of the engine cover. Lift the engine cover from the front and then pull it out toward the front of the vehicle. Temporarily reinstall the oil fill cap to prevent contamination.
D. Disconnect the MAF electrical connector from the meter in the intake air tube as shown in Fig. 1C. E. Disconnect the vent line running to the intake air tube from the front of the passenger side valve cover. F. Remove the small vent hose assembly running between a fitting on the intake manifold just behind the throttle body on the passenger side and a fitting on the engine just below. This hose will not be reused. Fig 1C 3 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC.
G. Use an 8mm socket or flat-tip screwdriver to loosen the hose clamp securing the intake air tube to the throttle body and pull the tube away from the throttle body. Remove the two 10mm nuts securing the air box as shown in Fig. 1D. Pull the air box straight up to release it from the retaining grommet on the bottom and remove the entire assembly (as shown in Fig. 1E) from the vehicle. 10MM NUTS H. Use a 7mm socket to remove the MAF sensor element from the air box assembly as shown in Fig. 1F.
I. On the driver side strut tower, release the red power terminal cover from the black housing as shown in Fig. 1G. Detach the black housing from the steel mounting bracket as shown in Fig. 1H and set back to be remounted later. Fig 1G Fig 1H 5 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
J. Use a 15mm wrench or socket to release the tension from the 6-rib belt with the OEM belt tensioner as shown in Fig. 1I. Remove the belt and set aside for reinstallation in a later step. K. Remove the three (3) 13mm-headed screws securing the power steering pump to its cast mounting bracket (through the holes in the pulley) and set them aside for later reuse. Lay the pump aside as shown in Fig. 1J, leaving the lines attached. NOTE: L.
N. Unplug the ambient air temperature sensor located on the passenger side of the lower radiator shroud just behind the bumper (See Fig. 1L). Remove the sensor and set it aside for future relocation. O. Remove the four (4) plastic pins securing the lower radiator shroud and set the shroud aside, as it will not be reused (see Fig. 1M). P. Remove the six (6) 13mm-headed screws (3 per side) securing the front bumper and set the screws and bumper aside for later reinstallation.
Q. Drain the engine coolant into a clean container to be reused in a later step. There is a drain valve at the driver side bottom of the radiator, and removing the radiator cap will improve flow. R. Once the coolant is drained, remove the factory clamps securing the upper radiator hose at the engine and the radiator. Remove the clamp that secures the 5/8" hose located on the driver side of the harmonic balancer. Set hoses aside to be modified in a future step. See Fig 1N. S.
W. Remove the steel power terminal mounting bracket from the driver side strut tower as follows: X. a. Center punch each spot weld securing the bracket to the strut tower as shown in Figure 1P. b. Use the supplied Rotobroach tool to drill each spot weld and remove bracket (see Fig. 1Q). c. Use a file or grinder to clean up the remainder of the spot welds and touch up with paint of your choice to prevent corrosion. The area will be hidden when supercharger installation is complete.
Y. Lock the engine from rotating and remove the OEM damper pulley bolt. NOTE: Automatic transmission cars can lock the engine through the trans dust cover with an open end wrench to one of the torque converter mounting bosses on the flex plate. Manual transmission cars place car in 6th gear with wheels on the ground and apply parking brake. Z. Remove the crank pulley/damper assembly using the appropriate tool as shown in Fig. 1S. P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
2. Damper & PULLEY InstallATION A. Assemble the supplied ATI Super Damper assembly as follows: i. Insert the hub into the back of the damper making sure to line up the “OFFSET HOLE” in the hub and damper as shown in Fig. 2A. This hole is labeled on the damper sticker, and there is also an indicator machined into both the damper and the hub. NOTE: ii. Make sure that all mating surfaces of the parts are clean.
iii. B. Temporarily assemble the aluminum A/C pulley onto the back of the hub with the pulley’s “snout” facing toward the damper. Insert the three (3) 3/8-16 x 2.5” 12-pt cap screws (supplied with damper) into the three unthreaded holes passing through the hub and thread them into the three (3) 3/8-16 holes in the A/C pulley. Do not tighten. See Fig. 2D. Transfer the OEM rubber seal from the OEM damper assembly to the corresponding location on the new damper assembly as shown in Figures 2E & 2F.
C. Install the supplied damper onto the crankshaft using a proper damper installation tool with thrust bearing. See Fig 2G, 2H. NOTE: DO NOT use the crank bolt to “pull” the damper onto the crankshaft. Use only an appropriate damper installation tool such as ATI kit part number 918999 with 918999SC extension. Fig 2G Fig 2H 13 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
D. After the new damper is fully seated, remove the installation tool. E. F. Install the supplied drill guide with the raised section piloting in the damper bore. Temporarily secure in place by installing the supplied socket head cap screw. Do not over-tighten the screw as it may distort the drill guide (its purpose is just to hold the guide in place while drilling). DRILL BIT MARKED AT 3.85" FROM TIP Mark the supplied ¼” drill bit with tape or use a drill stop at a point 3.
H. Remove the socket head cap screw and drill guide. Carefully remove any metal chips from the area with compressed air. The drilled 1/4" hole should appear as in Fig. 2K. I. Install the supplied Ø1/4" x 1/2" long dowel pin into the drilled hole with the chamfered end pointed toward the front of the vehicle. J. Verify that the dowel pin is recessed slightly from the damper face. K. Install the supplied new damper retaining bolt as follows: L. i.
M. Assemble the supplied crank pulley spacer and 10-rib crank pulley onto the front of the newly installed damper. See Figures 2M and 2N. NOTE: Apply 1 drop of blue threadlocker onto the threads of each fastener prior to final assembly. NOTE: Make sure that the damper decal does not interfere with proper seating of the pulley spacer. Cut away the damper decal if necessary. i. Secure the pulleys and spacer to the damper using the three supplied 3/8-16 X 3.25" screws with washers. The 3.
O. Automatic Transmission: “Unlock” the engine from turning by removing the previously-installed wrench holding the flex plate and replace the dust cover. Manual Transmission: Place the transmission in Neutral. P. Reinstall the 4-rib A/C stretch belt as follows (See Fig. 2P): i. Route the belt over and then behind the crank pulley. ii. Route the belt securely onto the A/C compressor pulley. iii. Start the belt onto the top of the corresponding 4-rib A/C pulley that is part of the new damper assembly.
3. Fuel Injector Replacement NOTE: Caution should be used when working on the fuel system. Fuel may be under high pressure. Fuel injector replacement should be performed in a well ventilated area free of any possible ignition source. It is recommended that you have a fire extinguisher nearby. A. Remove the fuel tank cap. Relieve the fuel system pressure at the fuel rail by carefully depressing the schrader valve. Use a rag to cover the valve to avoid fuel spray. See Fig 3A. B.
D. Remove the retaining clips securing each injector to the fuel rail and carefully pull each injector out of the rail. Set the OEM injectors aside as they will not be reused. NOTE: The OEM and new replacement fuel injectors are very similar in appearance. Take care not to mix them up. E. Lightly lubricate the O-rings at each end of the supplied fuel injectors with clean motor oil. F. Install the new fuel injectors into the fuel rails with the electrical connectors facing outward.
4. OIL FEED INSTALLATION (ENGINE Oil-FED Units Only) 1. Disconnect the charging wire and plug located on the back side of the alternator. Remove alternator and alternator bracket (the factory mounting stud must be removed to allow removal of alternator). See Fig 4A, 4B. 2. Remove oil galley plug located next to the timing chain cover on the front driver side of the engine block. Set aside plug, as it will not be reused. See Fig 4C. Fig 4A Fig 4B Fig 4C P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
3. Install supplied M16 X 1/8 NPT fitting into oil galley hole using supplied sealing washer. Tighten fitting. See Fig 4D. 4. Install 1/8NPT to -4 90° fitting into previously installed fitting. Clock the fitting so that it points towards the rear of the vehicle. Tighten fitting. See Fig 4D. NOTE: Use only clean engine oil on the pipe threads. Teflon tape or pipe sealant is not recommended as it might loosen and cause blockage of the small oil feed orifice resulting in possible supercharger failure. 5.
5. OIL DRAIN INSTALLATION (ENGINE Oil-FED Units Only) 1. To provide an oil drain for the supercharger, it is necessary to make a hole in the side of the oil pan. The drain fitting location MUST allow the oil to drain back ABOVE the oil level in the pan. 2. Locate the forward-most oil pan bolt on the driver side of the engine block. 3. From the center of that bolt, measure 2.5” toward the rear of the pan and mark the pan for the oil return line fitting. See Fig 5A.
6. Mounting Bracket and Supercharger Installation A. B. Locate the 4GE110-044 supercharger mounting bracket assembly. M10 X 90MM BUTTON HEAD Install the supplied M10-1.5 x 90mm button head screw into the upper alternator screw location from which the OEM screw was previously removed. See Fig. 6A. C. Make sure that the front face of the driver side cylinder head is clean and smooth. Mount the cylinder head plate to this face using four (4) M10 x 30mm screws and washers in the locations shown in Fig. 6B.
D. Locate the P/S support plate, three (3) 2.981” long spacers, one (1) M10 x 120mm screw, one 3/8-16 x 4.0” screw, and one (1) 3/8-16 x 4.5” screw and their associated washers. See Fig. 6C. E. F. Position the P/S plate and screws as shown and secure plate by tightening only M10 x 120mm and 3/8-16 x 4.0” screws. Leave the remaining 3/8-16 x 4.5” screw loosely installed. 3/8 X 4.0L M10 X 120MM P/S SUPPORT PLATE 3/8 X 4.5L 2013 models only: Install the supplied 6-rib idler pulley and .
3/8-16X3" BOLT LOOSELY INSTALLED 3/8-16 X 4.5" 3/8-16X4.5 BOLT WITH .085" SPACER 3/8-16X6.25 LOOSELY INSTALLED Fig 6G H. Locate the S/C mounting plate and one .085" long spacer, six 3.566" long spacers, five 3/8-16 x 4.5” screws, one 3/8-16 x 3” screw, one 3/8-16 x 6.25" screw, and their associated washers. Position the hardware and spacers in the plate as shown. See Fig 6G. I. Remove loosely installed 3/8-16 x 4.5” screw from prior installation of P/S bracket. J.
K. L. Make sure to sandwich the two (2) .085” spacers between the steel bracket and the aluminum P/S bracket at either end of the C-shaped section of the steel bracket that fits around the P/S pulley. See Figures 6H & 6I. 3/8-16X4.5 BOLT WITH .085" SPACER Tighten the six 3/8-16 x 4.5” screws, leaving the remaining hardware loose for the next step. Fig 6H .085" SPACERS Fig 6J 5 x 3.566" SPACERS Fig 6I Fig 6K P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl.
M. Use three (3) 3/8-16 x 1.25” screws with washers to mount the supercharger to the S/C plate using the three holes closest to the center of the arc (see Fig. 6L), and tighten these screws. N. Reinstall the OEM 6-rib accessory drive belt following the original belt routing. There is a diagram in the owner’s manual for reference (see also Fig. 6M). 3/8-16 X 1.25 Fig 6L (2013 model shown) Fig 6M 27 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
O. Locate the front tensioner support plate with the following (see Figures 6N, 6O, 6P): i. Nine (9) 1.434” spacers ii. Two (2) 3/8-16 x 2.75” screws with washers iii. One (1) M12-1.75 x 20mm screw (no washer) iv. Three (3) M10-1.5 x 55mm screws with washers v. One (1) M10-1.5 x 120mm screw with washer (from the drive assembly) vi. One (1) M10-1.5 x 110mm screw with washer (from the drive assembly) 3 X 2.981" SPACERS 9 X 1.434" SPACERS 6 X 3.566" SPACERS Fig 6N P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
P. Remove the one (1) 3/8-16 x 3” and one (1) 3/8-16 x 6.25” screw previously loosely installed. Take care not to lose the .085” spacer sandwiched between the steel plate and the aluminum P/S bracket in the location of the 3” screw. Install the front tensioner support plate using all of the hardware and spacers in the previous step. Reinstall the one (1) 3/8-16 x 3” and one (1) 3/8-16 x 6.25” screw, again taking care not to lose the .085” spacer. 29 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
SPRING TENSIONER MOUNTING HOLES M12-1.75 X 20MM 3/8-16 X 3" BOLT, 1.434" AND .085" SPACERS 3/8-16 X 2.75 BOLTS AND 1.434" SPACERS M10-1.5 X 110MM BOLT, 1.434" SPACER 3/8-16 X 6.25" BOLT, 1.434" AND 3.566" SPACERS M10-1.5 X 55MM BOLTS AND 1.434" SPACERS Fig 6O Q. Tighten all fasteners with the exception of the M10-1.5 x 120mm and M10-1.5 x 110mm screws. See Figures 6O & 6P. .085" SPACER M10-1.5 X 55MM 3/8-16 X 3" 3/8-16 X 2.75 M10-1.5 X 110MM 3/8-16 X 6.25" M10-1.
R. Assemble the supplied smooth idler, M10-1.5 x 110mm screw, idler pilot spacer, and idler pilot washer with the head of the screw on the snap ring side of the idler as shown in Fig. 6S. Install the idler assembly into the lower left-hand hole in the tensioner support plate as shown in Figure 6Q. S. FIXED IDLER PULLEY Remove temporarily installed M10-1.5 X 120mm screw and use to install the preassembled spring tensioner into the upper set of holes located on the front tensioner plate. See Fig 6R.
T. Using a ½” ratchet or breaker bar, de-tension the spring tensioner and install the supplied 10-rib belt as follows: i. Around the 10-rib crank pulley. ii. Under the spring tensioner. iii. Around the supercharger pulley. iv. On top side of the fixed idler. See Fig 6T, 6U, 6V. Fig 6T U. Oil Drain: i. Self-Contained units only: Route the end of the remote drain line from the bottom of the supercharger to a location where it can be conveniently be accessed to perform oil changes.
7. Radiator Hose Modification A. Locate the upper radiator hose assembly previously removed. B. Install supplied 5/8" barb union fitting into lower radiator hose and secure with the factory clamp. See Fig 7A. C. Install the supplied Ø5/8 x 3.5” hose onto the open end of the barbed fitting and secure with the supplied stepless clamp or black nylon ratchet clamp. D. Locate the clamp attaching the 5/8” hose to the factory plastic union tee.
E. Locate the end of the radiator hose marked UPR RAD. Use a hose cutter to cut the hose just before the bend, approximately as shown in figures 7C and 7D, leaving the hose as long as possible. F. Transfer the OEM radiator hose clamp from the newly-cut fragment back to the main hose opposite the cut. Fig 7C Fig 7D P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
G. Install the modified radiator hose assembly so that the end of the hose marked V8 ENG UPR is now attached to the radiator inlet as shown in Fig. 7E. H. Secure the extended Ø5/8” branch of the radiator hose to its original port using the remaining supplied clamp as shown in Fig. 7F. Secure the ends of the upper radiator hose with the OEM clamps. Fig 7E Fig 7F 35 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
8. Charge AIR Cooler Installation Fig 8A A. Locate the Discharge Assembly (4GE112-030 / -038) See Fig 8A B. Locate the four 5/16-18 X .5" screws and washers, welded CAC (Charge Air Cooler) assembly, and the supplied mounting brackets. C. Apply some RTV sealant onto the threads of each bolt. Attach the brackets on to the CAC end tanks as shown. Leave the screws loose to allow for final adjustment at a later step. Fig 8B D. Set the CAC with brackets in place in front of the radiator. See Fig 8B.
E. While lining up each bracket with the front bumper mounting holes, re-install the front metal bumper beam with factory hardware, sandwiching the CAC support brackets in between. Tighten all six factory fasteners at this time. See Fig 8C. F. Adjust the height of the CAC so that it is parallel to and suspended above the lower support rail. It is helpful to set it on some ~1/4” spacers. Tighten the 5/16-18 x 0.5” hardware. See Figures 8D and 8E. Fig 8C Fig 8D Fig 8E 37 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
G. Attach the supplied 2.75” x 90º silicone elbow to the outlet of the supercharger so that it faces toward the front of the vehicle. Be sure to remove the blue shipping cap from the supercharger discharge. See Figures Figs 8F & 8G. H. Install the end of the aluminum tube union that measures 2.75” in diameter to the other end of the coupler. Secure both ends of the elbow with #44 clamps. See Fig 8G, 8H. REMOVE SHIPPING CAP FROM DISCHARGE Fig 8F Fig 8G Fig 8H P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.
I. Locate the supplied 3” X 45° silicone elbow and attach it to the open end of the tube union. Clock the elbow so that it points toward the outside of the vehicle, crossing over the top of the subframe rail. Secure with a #48 clamp. See Fig 8I, 8J. Fig 8I Fig 8J 39 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
J. Locate the shorter of the two supplied 3” 90º “dog leg” tubes. Install the shorter leg into the end of the 45º silicone elbow with the end of the tube pointed down. Secure the connection with a #48 hose clamp. See Figures 8K & 8L. K. On the other, downward-facing, end of the 90º tube install a bump hose coupler and secure the connection with a #48 hose clamp. See Figure 8M. Fig 8K Fig 8L Fig 8M P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
L. Install a Ø3” x 3” silicone sleeve onto the CAC inlet and secure it with a #48 hose clamp as shown in Fig. 8N. M. Locate the supplied tube with the provision for the bypass valve (BPV). Install the tube with the 90º section fitting into the silicone sleeve on the CAC and the other end fitting into the bump hose coupler. Secure each end with a #48 hose clamp. See Figures 8O, 8P, & 8Q. Fig 8N Fig 8O Fig 8P 41 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl.
N. Install the BPV and filter with the supplied hardware and gasket onto the previously installed tube. Clock the BPV so that the outlet faces the rear of the vehicle. Install the supplied outlet filter onto the BPV. See Fig 8R. Fig 8Q Fig 8R P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
O. Locate the remaining CAC outlet tube and install the 90º end to the CAC outlet using 3” silicone sleeves and #48 hose clamps. Orient the tube so that the open end points upward, outside the passenger side subframe rail as shown in Fig. 8S. P. Install the remaining 45º silicone elbow onto the open end of the CAC outlet tube pointed slightly to the front of the vehicle and secure with a #48 clamp.See Fig 8T Q.
S. Make sure the honeycomb airflow straightener is installed as close to the 3” end of the progressive coupler as possible and secured with a single #56 hose clamp as shown in Fig. 8V. NOTE: T. The airflow straightener is a critical device to ensure optimal fueling. Failure to install this device can cause engine damage or failure and void any warranties/ Locate the supplied MAF housing and install the previously-removed MAF sensor using the supplied M4 hardware.
U. Install the 4” X 3” long silicone sleeve onto the throttle body and secure to throttle body with #64 clamp. See Fig 8Y. V. Locate the remaining 4” elbow and Ø4” x 2” silicone sleeve. Install the tube so that the longer end attaches to the MAF and the shorter end attaches to the throttle body and secure with #64 hose clamps. See Figures 8Y, 8Z, 8AA. Fig 8Y Fig 8Z Fig 8AA 45 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
9. Miscellaneous Modification and Assembly A. Locate the supplied ½” barbed union fitting with the 1/16” NPT threaded port in the side. Apply a very small amount of pipe paste to the threads of the supplied 1/16” NPT hose nipple fitting and install it into the threaded port. B. Use a drill bit that fits the inside diameter of the ½” barbed union fitting (typically 5/16”) to drill out the bore of the ½” barbed union.
G. Secure the supplied remote battery terminal relocation bracket to the existing stud on the driver side strut tower using the supplied M6 nylock nut and washer as shown in Fig. 9B. FACTORY STUD H. Snap the black remote battery terminal housing securely onto the bracket and reattach the red cover. Pay special attention to the battery cable routing, as it will have moved and must be kept away from moving parts such as the steering linkage, hot surfaces, and sharp edges. See Fig. 9C. I.
J. Relocate the previously-removed ambient air temperature sensor as follows: i. Drill a 15/32” hole through the plastic shroud on the passenger side of the CAC as shown in Fig. 9E. ii. Snap the temperature sensor into the hole from the CAC side. Make sure it clips securely into place. iii. Reconnect the OEM electrical connector to the sensor. See Fig. 9F. Fig 9E Fig 9F P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
10. A. B. Air Inlet Installation Locate the supplied air intake assembly and configure as shown in Fig. 10A: i. Insert one end of the supplied plastic 90º hose elbow into the supplied length of 3/8” hose. ii. Insert the other end of the plastic 90º hose elbow into the small hole in the end of the supplied air filter. iii. Install the air filter onto the air intake duct with the supplied hose clamp. Fig 10A Locate the 3.
11. PCV Valve Installation A. Locate the 4GE139-096 PCV assembly. B. Cut a 2” segment of the supplied 3/8” hose and assemble it onto the end of the supplied check valve with the FLOW arrow pointing toward it. PROPER ORIENTATION IS CRITICAL. C. Assemble the remainder of the 3/8” hose onto the other end of the check valve. P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
D. Connect the SHORT 2” end of the 3/8” hose/ check valve assembly to the open port on the intake manifold just behind the throttle body and secure with one of the supplied #6 worm gear or 17.0 stepless clamps. Make sure the FLOW arrow points toward the intake manifold. See Fig. 11A. NOTE: E. If necessary it may help to temporarily remove the MAP sensor located on the manifold in order to properly secure the clamps. CHECK VALVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY i. ii.
F. MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY i. Cut the long end of the 3/8” hose/check valve assembly approximately 4.5” from the check valve. ii. Insert the supplied plastic 90º fitting into the open end of the hose. iii. Connect the remaining length of 3/8” hose to the open port leading to the crank case just below the front of the intake manifold and secure with one of the remaining hose clamps. iv. VALVE Fig 11C Route the hose to the open end of the plastic 90º fitting.
12. Engine Coolant Overflow A. Locate the supplied engine coolant reservoir and ensure that the ¼ NPT x 5/16 90º fitting is installed and clocked as shown in Fig. 12A. Install the supplied cap with retaining cord. B. Install the supplied bracket onto the reservoir using the supplied ¼-20 bolts and washers as shown in Fig. 12A. C.
D. Install the assembled bracket onto the stud and line the other mounting hole up with the hole located in the factory idler. Use the previously removed factory hardware to secure the assembled bracket. See Figs. 12C & 12D. Fig 12C Fig 12D P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
E. Route the OEM radiator overflow hose to the barb fitting on the bottom of the new reservoir. Trim as appropriate and attach as shown in Fig. 12E. Fig 12E 55 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
13. Windshield Washer Reservoir A. Locate the supplied washer fluid tank and ensure that the straight 5/8” barb fitting is installed as shown in Fig. 13A. B. Install the previously-removed OEM washer pump and grommet into the similar location on the new reservoir. See Fig. 13B. C. Install the supplied bracket onto the reservoir using the supplied ¼-20 bolts and washers as shown in Fig. 13A. D. Install the plain cap onto the reservoir and tighten securely. E.
F. Set the reservoir assembly aside and drill in the three marked locations with an 11/64” – 3/16” drill bit. See Fig. 13C. DRILL 11/64" G. Attach the supplied 5/8” hose to the barb on top of the reservoir and secure with a supplied hose clamp. Fig 13C 57 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
H. Routing the 5/8” hose upward, place the reservoir assembly back into position and secure with the supplied #12 sheet metal screws. See Fig. 13D. I. Locate the supplied remote fill spout with cap. Assemble it to the supplied mounting bracket using the supplied ¼-20 bolts and washers as shown in Fig. 13E. J. Place the remote fill spout assembly in the location shown on the driver side radiator core support, ensuring there is adequate clearance to the air filter.
L. Trim the 5/8” hose as necessary and connect it to the bottom of the remote fill spout, securing it with the included clamps. See Fig. 13F. M. Reconnect the OEM electrical connector to the washer pump. N. Reconnect the washer fluid feed hose to the washer pump. Fig 13F 59 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
14. A. Final Assembly Reinstall the Front Bumper Cover (FBC) in reverse order from removal making sure to reinstall: i. Two (2) 10mm-headed screws through the bottom of the FBC. ii. The FBC electrical connector located between the passenger side driving light and headlight. Access the connector via the wheel well. iii. Four (4) 10mm-headed screws and one (1) 7mm-headed screw attaching the FBC to the leading edge of the fender on each side (8 and 2 total). iv.
D. Trim the driver side front corner of the engine cover as necessary to allow reinstallation. See Figures 14A and 14B for one possible configuration. Reinstall the engine cover, snapping it securely into place. Fig 14A Fig 14B 61 P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC. All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
15. Reflash Computer IMPORTANT! To ensure trouble-free programming of your vehicle’s computer: • Make sure the vehicle's battery is sufficiently charged. • Turn off all accessories and close doors to prevent unnecessary drain on the battery. • Locate “exterior” fuse panel and remove Qty 1 INFO, Qty 1 RADIO and Qty 1RADIO AMP labeled fuses.
NOTE: If you have any questions throughout this procedure, please contact our service department for further assistance. D. The reflash tool should power up and display PROGRAM VEHICLE at the top of the screen. Press the SELECT button. See Fig 14D E. PREPROGRAMED TUNE will be displayed at the top of the screen. Press the SELECT button. See Fig 14E F. Read the disclaimer entirely, then press the SELECT button if you agree with the terms of the disclaimer. See Fig 14F Fig 14D Fig 14E G.
I. Once the tool has identified the OS of the ECU, you will see SELECT AUTO displayed at the top of the screen, and a list of available tunes below. Use the arrow keys (up and down) to select the appropriate tune for your vehicle and press the SELECT button. NOTE: Fig 14I If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, select: "Vortech Camaro A6" (see Fig 14I) If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, select: "Vortech Camaro M6" J.
K. PROGRAM VEHICLE will be displayed at the top of the screen. At this time make sure you have turned off any additional accessories that may cause unnecessary draw on the vehicles battery (headlights, radio, etc.).Press the SELECT button to proceed with BEGIN PROGRAM. See Fig 14K L. Automatic vehicles will require a second selection. See Fig 14L.
M. The reflash tool will then automatically proceed through the following screens during the programming process. See Fig 14M thru 14S i. Unlock ECU ii. Upload ECU iii. Setup Device iv. Make Adjustments v. Calculate Checksums vi. Unlock ECU vii. Download tune Fig 14O Fig 14P Fig 14Q Fig 14R Fig 14S P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
N. Once the reflash tool has completed the DOWNLOAD TUNE process the screen should read "Turn Key Off And Remove key." At this time remove the key and press the SELECT button to continue. See Fig 14T O. Once the tool has successfully completed the POWER DOWN ECU sequence you will see "Download Complete" displayed on the screen. Press the SELECT BUTTON. See Fig 14U, 14V P. Fig 14T CONGRATULATIONS! You have successfuly completed reflashing the vehicles ECU with the Vortech Supercharger Calibration.
16. WARNING: FINAL CHECK Do not attempt to operate the vehicle until all components are installed and all operations are completed including the final check. A. If your vehicle has gone over 15,000 miles since its last spark plug change, you will need to change the spark plugs now before test driving the vehicle. B. Check all fitting, nuts, bolts and clamps for tightness. Pay particular attention to oil and fuel lines around moving parts, sharp edges and exhaust system parts.
FOR INTERNALLY LUBRICATED V-3 UNITS ONLY This supercharger has been factory pre-filled with special Vortech synthetic lubricant. Oil does not need to be added to a brand new unit; however a fluid level check should be performed. Prior to operating the supercharger on the vehicle and after installation onto the vehicle: Remove the factory installed flat-head brass shipping plug (not the dipstick) from the top of the supercharger case. Replace the sealed shipping plug with the supplied “vented” plug.
® ENGINEERING, INC 1650 PACIFIC AVENUE • CHANNEL ISLANDS, CA 93033-9901 • (805) 247-0226 FAX (805) 247-0669 • www.vortechsuperchargers.com • M-F 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM PST P/N: 4GE020-010 v4.0, 2012-12-12 ©2012 Vortech Engineering, INC All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr.
