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Old Mar 4, 2012 | 08:53 PM
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I bought a ford racing CAI and i already have a diablosport programer but i dont know how to program the car.A mechanic changed the gears and sold me the diablosport he adjusted speed and change to the use of high octane.Can someone help ? Thank's
Old Mar 5, 2012 | 07:45 PM
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The parameters that will properly adjust the A/F ratio (and other parameters affecting performance) are not user adjustable. You need to load a tune (written by others) into the handheld and load that into your PCM. The handheld will store your stock tune. Although the guy programmed you for higher octane, I doubt he properly tuned you for more bang. He probably only changed your timing for a measly 2-4 RWHP. A proper tune with the CAI will net you 20-25 RWHP.

Unfortunately, not too many shops write tunes to support the Diablo anymore as the SCT's are more popular. But you may want to contact American Muscle (Bama) since Bama used to write for both Diablo and SCT and I think I heard they're writing for the Diablo again.

I strongly suggest you don't run the CAI until you get a proper tune for it. Most CAI's without the correct tune will cause the engine to throw a CEL for running lean.
Old Mar 6, 2012 | 03:06 AM
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Hey NUKE THANK'S You really know your stuff.
Old Mar 6, 2012 | 07:02 PM
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Mostly from being on the forums and asking a lot of questions of the guys in local clubs that I meet (I tend to move around a lot). Everyone is here to learn from and help one another.
Old Mar 10, 2012 | 02:10 AM
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Yeah Nuke is correct. Dont install the CAI without a proper tune. In the future always research before your buy anything.
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 11:52 AM
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bummer its not easy to contact manufactor for update.
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