HKS 42018-AT022 Power Editor User Guide

Return to the normal state by connecting the return connector
instead of the Power Editor main unit.
Data for the boost up of the main unit can be changed by
connecting to a personal computer with USB harness included in the
product and using Easy Writer for Power Editor.

Easy Writer for Power Editor can be downloaded from the HKS
homepage.

Parts List:

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Application: TOYOTA VELLFIRE [TAHA40W/45W]
E05253-T45020-00 May 2024

Ver. 3-1.01

Introduction:

Thank you for your purchase of Power Editor. This manual
provides instructions for safe installation and precautions to
prevent damage and accidents. The product is designed for specific
factory vehicles or those using other HKS products. Contact an HKS
dealer for lost parts, replacements, or additional manuals.

Safety Precautions:

WARNING:

Work in a well-ventilated area to prevent explosion or
fire.
Hold connectors when removing to prevent damage or fire.

Stop using if any unusual situation is noticed; consult the
dealer immediately.
Work in an area where the vehicle can be parked safely.

CAUTION:

Do not install, modify, disassemble, or remodel the product by
yourself.
Install away from excessive heat or water/moisture to avoid
malfunction or engine damage.

Ensure all connections and wiring are correct to prevent
electric shock, burn out, or vehicle damage.
If any unusual noise, scents, or vibrations are noticed,
consult the dealer immediately.

Product Usage Instructions:

Installation:

Ensure the vehicle is parked safely and in a well-ventilated
area.
Refer to the factory manual for guidance on removing factory
parts.

Connect the Power Editor between Pressure sensor and
Manufacturer’s original connector.
To return to normal state, connect the return connector instead
of the Power Editor main unit.

Data Adjustment:

Connect the product to a personal computer using the USB
harness included.
Download Easy Writer for Power Editor from the HKS
homepage.

Adjust boost data of the main unit using Easy Writer for Power
Editor on the personal computer.

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. Product Features
By connecting this product between Pressure sensor and Manufacturer’s original connector, boost can be easily raised.
Even after installing this product, you can return to the normal state by connecting the “return connector” instead of the Power Editor main unit.
You can change the data for the boost up of the main unit by connecting to the personal computer with USB harness included in the product and using Easy Writer for Power Editor.
Easy Writer for Power Editor is downloaded from the HKS homepage.
. Parts List

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Application: TOYOTA VELLFIRE [TAHA40W/45W] E05253-T45020-00 May 2024
Ver. 3-1.01

. Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Power Editor. This manual indicates items that require attention in order to install this product
safely and lists precautions to avoid any possible damage and/or accidents. This product was designed based on installation onto a specific factory vehicle or a vehicle using other HKS products. The performance and/or safety cannot be
guaranteed if this product was installed onto other inapplicable vehicles. Contact HKS dealer for any lost parts, replacement, and this manual. HKS will not be responsible for any damage caused by incorrect installation and/or
use of this product. This product works only with a vehicle with DC12V negative ground. The specifications of this product are subject to be changed without notice. This manual is subject to be revised without notice. When removing factory parts, refer to the factory manual. The factory manual must be purchased if you don’t have it.

Product Code Number
Use Application

Power Editor
42018-AT022 Boost up of turbocharged vehicle TOYOTA VELLFIRE [TAHA40W/45W] T24A-FTS

. Safety Precaution
The following precautions for use of this product are to prevent possible accidents and/or injuries and for proper use.

WARNING Indicates risk of serious injury and/or possible death.

CAUTION Indicates risk of serious injury or property damage.

WARNING
Make sure to work on the vehicle in a well-ventilated area to prevent possible explosion or a fire.
Make sure to hold connectors when removing them to avoid possible damage to other electronics parts and/or a fire caused by disconnection or a short circuit.
Stop using the product if any unusual situation is noticed. Consult the dealer immediately. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock, burn out, or damage to the vehicle.
Make sure to work on the vehicle in area where a vehicle can be parked safely.

CAUTION
Do not install this product by yourself. Do not modify, disassemble, and/or remodel the product and attached parts to
avoid any damage to the unit and/or harness. To avoid possible malfunction and damage to the engine, install the unit away from excessive heat or water/moisture. Make sure all connections and wiring are not disconnected, short circuited, or incorrect. If so, it may cause an electric shock, burn out, or damage to the
vehicle. If any unusual noise, scents, and/or vibrations are noticed, consult the dealer immediately. If any unusual noises, scents, and/or vibrations are noticed while driving, please
refer to a factory repair manual. Confirm the following before reading the ECU data with this product: The ECU is a factory standard. Data on the ECU is not modified. Desorption of the connector, please go Always hold the connector.
If you pull the cable, there is a possibility of disconnection. Before an automobile inspection and/or repair,It is necessary to remove this
product. Daily maintenance on the vehicle is the responsibility of the owner.

Power Editor pc.

Connection harness pc.

USB harness pc.

Connector to return to normal pc.

E89671-T41010-00 2018.01
Ver. 3-1.01

Tie wrap (small) pc.

Tie wrap (large) pc.

Double-sided tape pc.

Instruction Manual pc.

. Installation procedure

Stop the engine of the vehicle and Disconnect the cable terminal from the negative terminal of the battery.
Install the Power Editor main unit in an arbitrary place. Avoid the following places. – Places where the temperature becomes high like the engine body. – Places where direct water is applied. Confirm that the connection harness reaches the pressure sensor. When using double sided tape, clean the surface to be pasted, paste it, and use
tie wraps together. When pasting with double-sided tape only, it is dangerous when it peels off due
to aged deterioration. Connect the Power Editor main unit and Connector for main unit.

Power Editor main unit

Operation confirmation LED
Lighting off Power off Lighting on Power on 1 blinking ch1 data is broken 2 blinks ch2 data is broken 3 blinks ch1/ch2 data is broken

Connector for main unit

When the LED flashes the boost will not rise, it will behave like a normal vehicle.

Connection harness Channel 1

Connector for connecting USB harness
Make it stuck with tie wraps or the like so that it will not be shaken during driving
Pressure sensor

Manufacturer’s Male 4pin Connector original connector
Channel 2

Female 4pin Connector Pressure sensor

Manufacturer’s Male 4pin Connector original connector

Female 4pin Connector

Disconnect Manufacturer’s original connector from Pressure sensor, and wire
the connection harness of Power Editor. Since the boost-up data of channel 1 and channel 2 are the same at factory shipment, even if the connection to the pressure sensor is reversed, it operates normally. Please be aware of the channel order during modifying boost-up data by Power Editor EasyWriter software. Lock the connection harness of Power Editor with tie wrap so as not to hinder
the running of the vehicle. Places where the temperature becomes high like the engine body. After confirming that all connectors are correctly connected, connect the cable
terminal to the negative terminal of the battery. Turn the ignition on and check that the LED of the Power Editor main unit lights up. Even if the ignition is turned on, if the LED does not light up, poor contact of the
connector may be considered. .When disconnecting connector of the vehicle factory harness white plastic parts and the orange rubber seal might come off. If these parts enter inside connector of the harness, please use pliers or another tool to pull them out then reconnect to the factory connector.

. Recommended Power Editor installation location and Pressure sensor location

Leaving the engine cover off.
Pressure sensor location (Channel 1 : white line)

Connect the harness of Power Editor

Direction of view

. Maintenance
WARNING Do not use this product if unusual occurrences should occur to avoid risk of electrical shock and/or fire. Consult with the dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Do not try to repair the product yourself. Consult with your dealer. If any unusual noises, scents, and/or vibrations are noticed while driving, please refer to a factory repair manual.

. Repair Service
For questions about this product, any optional, lost, defective and/or damaged parts, please contact your dealer.

. Product Specifications
Operating Voltage ………………………… DC5V – 16V Operating Temperature …………………… -20 – 100 Outer Size …………………………………… 90.0 x 84.0 x 35.0mm

. Revision of Manual
Rev. Number Date 3-1.01 2024/5

Details 1st Edition

Direction of view

Pressure sensor location (Channel 2 : yellow line)

Power Editor installation loacation

Connect the harness of Power Editor

Install Power Editor main unit

. Troubleshooting
When the product does not function properly, check the following to see if there is any measure against the symptom appeared.

Symptom

Cause

Measure

The check lamp blinks only The connector is

Reseat connector of pressure sensor and connector of

when the Power Editor is disconnected.

Power Editor main unit.

connected.

Or boost does not go up. Wire harness is broken.

Request repair of Power Editor.

Power Editor is out of order.

Power Editor’s LED is blinking.

Data writing failed with Easy Writer exclusive
for Power Editor.

Write data again with Easy Writer exclusive for Power Editor.

Factory boost meter doesn’t display an increase
in pressure.

Factory boost meter might not display an increase in pressure. Actual boost was measured, and normal operation was confirmed. This issue doesn’t affect vehicle
operation.

Documents / Resources

HKS 42018-AT022 Power Editor [pdf] User Guide
42018-AT022, T24A-FTS, 42018-AT022 Power Editor, 42018-AT022, Power Editor, Editor

References

User Manual

HKS 42018-AT022 Power Editor User Guide

42018-AT022 Power Editor

Specifications:

Product Features: