Pedalbox
Response +
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read through the installation guide carefully before you begin with the installation! Before starting the installation, please turn off the ignition and wait at least for 10 minutes to make sure that no more residual current is flowing. For vehicles with Keyless Go please refer to the reference on “INSTALLATION“. The PedalBox is delivered with the for your car and your throttle pedal matching and individual software. In the delivery state is the main program in the third stage (highest intensity). More information, see “SELECT MAIN PROGRAM“.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR SAFETY ON PUBLIC ROADS:
Do not change the settings or modes while driving on public roads!
Fast-Response-Mode The Fast-Response-Mode enables to select the Sport+ mode as quickly as possible, no matter which mode you are currently using. Response +
How do I proceed?! Step-by-step to better throttle response 1.
Check the vehicle specifications on your invoice/delivery note.
2.
Compare the item No. (invoice/delivery note) of the adapter cable with the item No. labeled
on the adapter cable.
3.
Check the delivery for completeness.
4.
Install the PedalBox in your vehicle according to the section “INSTALLATION“.
5.
As you have installed the PedalBox correctly, you can go for a test drive to check the
function.
6.
If the default setting should not fulfill your needs, you can adjust it based on the section
“SELECT MAIN PROGRAM“.
THE PRINCIPLE Data exchange with the engine control unit
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The PedalBox optimises the important parameters between the engine and the throttle pedal, to realise an improved response characteristic. Through our Multy-Processor-System the data will be transmitted with high reliability.
PowerBox PedalBox
PedalBox* PedalBox with preinstalled software specifically for your vehicle.
Installation instructions*
Please read through these instructions carefully to avoid mistakes or even damages to your vehicle.
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Adapter cable*
Suitable adapter cable for your vehicle.
Adhesive tape for fixing*
Please pay attention to the instructions for fixing at Step 7 “INSTALLATION“.
INSTALLATION Step 1
Step 2 1. Release the throttle pedal
2. Remove the original plug
Remove the throttle pedal as a whole if needed. In this case release the screws to access the cable connectors.
Pull off the original plug from the throttle pedal.
Step 3
Step 4 3. Plug-in the adapter
4. Connect the PedalBox
Place the adapter cable between the throttle pedal and the original cable plug.
Connect the PedalBox to the cable harness.
INSTALLATION Step 5
Step 6 5. Fix the throttle pedal
6. Lay cable
Fix the throttle pedal. Please pay attention to a perfect fitting of your throttle pedal.
Pay special attention to proper installation of the cabling. Important note: Please don’t lay the cable at moving parts (e.g. steering wheel, gear lever etc.) or at positions where the function is restricted or your view is impeded.
Step 7
Step 8 7. Fix the PedalBox
8. Function control
Fix the PedalBox to a suitable place in your car. Very important: ensure that the cables are well-mounted in your car.
Turn on your car‘s ignition, then the LEDs light up in sequence from blue to red. If the LEDs light up in this order, the CPA PedalBox is functional.
Important note: Please don’t lay the cable at moving parts (e.g. steering wheel, gear lever etc.) or at positions where the function is restricted or your view is impeded.
Info for Keyless Go At vehicles with Keyless Go, it may happen an error message after installing the PedalBox, if the key was in the vicinity of the vehicle during the installation. The error messages disappears after one or more rides again. Note: Please keep your vehicle key out of the reach of Keyless Go, during the installation.
The functioning You can choose between five different driving modes. If the intensity of the various driving modes do not meet your demands, you can choose between three different main programs. Please follow the instructions on the following pages “SELECT MAIN PROGRAM“.
Fast-Response-Mode Response+
Quick and easy changing to Sport+ mode
The Fast-Response-Mode enables to select the Sport+ mode as quickly as possible, no matter what mode you are using.
How?
Please press the + button for half a second and the Sport+ mode is activated.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR SAFETY ON PUBLIC ROADS:
Do not change the settings or modes while driving on public roads!
Set the LED display mode
Enable / Disable continuous glowing of the LEDs. At delivery the continuous glowing is activated. By pressing the - button (min. 5 seconds), the continuous glowing of the LEDs will be disabled. Repeatedly pressing the - button (ca. 5 seconds), the continuous glowing of the LEDs is reactivated.
The driving modes Easily selectable The driving modes can conveniently selected by pressing the + and buttons.
Sport+ sharply sportier driving behaviour Sport
sporty driving behaviour
+ button better throttle response sporty driving behaviour
Factory serial setting (PedalBox is disabled) Eco
reduced throttle response
Eco II
sharply reduced throttle response
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR SAFETY ON PUBLIC ROADS: Do not change the settings or modes while driving on public roads!
- button reduced throttle response comfortable driving behaviour fuel savings possible
SELECT MAIN PROGRAM Step 1
Step 2 1. Pressing the + and - buttons
2. Select the main program
Press the + and - buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds. If the pressing was successful, the PedalBox is in configuration mode now.
Now select the desired main program, by pressing the + or - button.
Note: Rapid flashing of the top and bottom LED indicate that you are in the configuration mode.
Step 3
Step 4 3. Select the main program
4. Save the main program
The three LEDs in the center will determine the choice of the main program as follows: 1. blue: low intensity 2. white: medium intensity (recommended) 3. red: highest intensity (delivery state) Application example in Sport+ mode: If the highest level (red) is selected in the main program, the throttle response is very directly and aggressively.
To save the selected main program, press the + and - buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The delivered adapter cable does not match to the vehicle? Check the item No. of the adapter cable on the invoice with the item No. labeled on the adapter cable (e.g.: “GS-22“). In Sport+ mode the throttle response feels very aggressive, what to do? To meet the individual wishes and requirements of our customers, we offer the possibility to choose from three different main programs to change the intensity of the response. Please follow the explanation at “SELECT MAIN PROGRAM“. My board computer displays an error / my car is in the emergency program? Please check first whether the self-test is successful in accordance with “INSTALLATION“ Step 8, when turning on the ignition. Then check all connections of the PedalBox. If the error still occurs, please contact our technical department. Please send error description incl. pictures of the installed PedalBox and all connectors to
[email protected]. The LED is flashing, what to do? Please check all connections of the PedalBox carefully. If the error still occurs, please contact our technical department. Please send error description incl. pictures of the installed PedalBox and all connectors to
[email protected]. How can I remove the plug on the throttle pedal? Basically, the plug must be unlocked. Is it possible to use the PedalBox even after changing the vehicle? Yes, provided that we have developed a software for your new vehicle. For further information and prices, please contact our customer service.
CPA Connective-System*
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR SAFETY ON PUBLIC ROADS:
Do not change the settings or modes while driving on public roads!
RemoteControlled PowerBox Nitro Optimum interaction
Power levels of the PowerBox are controlled by the PedalBox!
The drive modes and power levels can be conveniently selected by pressing the + and - buttons.
PedalBox
PowerBox Nitro
Sport+ sharply sportier driving behaviour
Race
Maximum performance increase, low fuel savings
Sport
noticeable perfomance increase, low fuel savings
Sport
sporty driving behaviour
Factory serial setting (PedalBox is disabled) Eco
reduced throttle response
Eco II
sharply reduced trhrottle response
*only when purchasing the CPA Connective-System
Efficiency
low performance increase, maximum fuel savings
Thank you Dear customer, Thank you very much for your trust in our team and our products. Your CPA Chiptuning Team
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