Pulsar XT Inline Control Module

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Safety Warning & Caution

Throughout this User Manual, important messages regarding your safety or the protection of your vehicle are indicated by the words WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE.

⚠️ WARNING: A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

❗ CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates a condition that could cause damage to the product or your vehicle.

NOTE: A NOTE is a step or reminder that is important to remember when installing or using the product.

The product you have purchased is a high-performance product. As such, it does present some risks of which you should be fully aware. Do not use this product until you have carefully read the following safety information and the Owner Agreement.

WARNING: Prior to use, read the User Manual. Misuse of the device could result in traffic accidents, death or serious injury, and/or damage to your vehicle. POWERTEQ IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR AND SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO ANY MISAPPLICATION OF THE DEVICE, CUSTOM TUNES, IMPROPER USE OF CALIBRATIONS, MALFUNCTION OR LACK OF LEGAL COMPLIANCE FOR CUSTOM PROGRAMS CREATED BY THIRD PARTIES.

Safety Guidelines

WARNING: Before using the device, read and understand the user manual, including these additional safety instructions. Failure to do so could result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY.

• Do not exceed legal speed limits on public roadways. Violating traffic laws is dangerous and could result in injury or vehicle damage or both.
• Use any enhanced speed capabilities of this product only in closed circuit, legally sanctioned racing environments expressly for this purpose. Violating traffic laws is dangerous and could result in injury or vehicle damage or both.
• Do not operate the device while driving. Distracted driving could result in traffic accidents, death or serious injury, and/or damage to your vehicle.
• Always perform all adjustments or changes while stopped. Changing a setting while driving can interfere with your attention to roadway conditions and could result in injury or vehicle damage or both.
• Do not stack products. "Stacking" performance-enhancing devices or other improper installation can cause power train failure on the road. Other products may have features incompatible with your device. Follow all installation and operating instructions.
• Some modifications may affect other parts of your vehicle. For example, if you remove/adjust the speed limiter in your vehicle, be sure your tires and other components are rated for the increased speeds they will have to withstand. Not doing so can lead to loss of vehicle control. Modify the speed limiter only for use in closed circuit, legally sanctioned racing environments, not for use on public roadways.

NOTE: The stickers included in some products apply to products that have received CARB exemption for emissions compliance.

This product may meet the emissions compliance requirements of the California Air Resources Board and Federal Environment Protection Agency. If so, it is legal for sale and use on pollution-controlled vehicles operated on public streets and highways. The device must be installed and operated according to the instruction provided in this user manual. Included with these compliant products is a sticker for you to keep in your vehicle. You can either adhere it somewhere on the vehicle (e.g., the inside end of driver's door) or simply store it in your glove box. The purpose of these stickers is to inform anyone who may have questions regarding the use of this product and how it affects emissions. For example, it would be something to show an emissions technician if questioned when taking your vehicle in for an emissions check to let him/her know the product is CARB emissions compliant.

Installation Jeep® 2.0 Pulsar XT

Materials

• Pulsar XT Module
• Velcro
• Zip Ties
• Harness

Required Tools

• Socket Wrench
• 10mm Socket
• 13mm Socket (non-eTorque for second battery terminal bolt)
• T40 Torx (star) bit (for hood panel)
• Pick Tool

Harness Connection Guide

The harness connects to the following points on the vehicle:

• CAN
• MAP sensor
• Turbo sensor
• Power connection

(Diagram shows connections labeled CAN, MAP, Turbo, and Power.)

Pulsar XT Installation

Before installation, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to prevent a Check Engine Light after installation. The 2.0 Turbo motor (non-eTorque) is equipped with two batteries: the main one and a secondary one located under the fuse box. The negative battery terminal cable also runs to the secondary battery and must be disconnected.

Note: After disconnecting the negative battery terminal(s), you may experience temporary issues with the climate control system and backup camera. This is normal, and full functionality will return after a number of key cycles.

1. STEP 1a: Disconnect the negative battery terminal from the battery using a 10 mm socket and set aside.

   (Image shows a 10mm socket being used on a battery terminal.)

2. STEP 1b: The non-eTorque has a secondary battery. Disconnect the negative battery terminal from this battery using a 10 mm socket and a 13 mm socket. Remove the nut connecting the two negative cables. Ensure the ground cables do not contact each other during installation; separate them with a rag if needed.

   (Image shows a 10mm and 13mm socket being used on secondary battery terminals.)

3. STEP 2: Remove the engine cover. Use a 10mm socket to remove the two bolts holding the cover to access sensor connections.

   (Image shows the engine cover being removed with a socket wrench.)

4. STEP 3: Remove the secondary plastic cover over the passenger side of the engine bay. Use a 10mm socket to remove the two mounting bolts, then pull straight up to release the cover from the rubber grommets.

   (Image shows the secondary plastic engine bay cover being removed, highlighting mounting bolts and rubber grommets.)

5. STEP 4: Locate the Turbo Boost sensor and MAP sensor, both found under the secondary plastic motor cover on the passenger side. When routing the harness for the MAP sensor, run the wires underneath the turbo inlet tube as shown in the picture to prevent crushing when the cover is replaced. Refer to the Harness Connection Guide on Page 5 for wiring details.

   (Image shows engine bay components with labels pointing to the TURBO BOOST SENSOR (3 WIRES) and MAP SENSOR (4 WIRES) near the TURBO INLET TUBE. A detail view shows the MAP Sensor.)

6. STEP 5: Disconnect the Turbo Boost sensor. Use a pick tool or similar to lift the white locking tab until it stops. Press down on the tab to release the connector and pull to separate. Connect the Pulsar XT harness inline between the stock sensor and its connector. Ensure both connections are fully seated and the locking tabs (red for Pulsar XT, white for stock) are secured.

   NOTE: Stock sensor lock tabs are white; Pulsar XT tabs are red. Stock sensors release by lifting the white tab and pressing in. Pulsar XT connectors release by lifting the red tab and pressing the black part of the connector.

   (Images show the process of disconnecting a sensor connector, highlighting the locking tab, and connecting the Pulsar XT harness.)

7. STEP 6: Disconnect the MAP Sensor using the same method as the Turbo Boost sensor. Route the cable over the turbo inlet tube and then underneath, as shown in Step 4.
8. STEP 7 (Option A): Remove the passenger side windshield wiper cowl. Use a T40 Torx bit to remove the four mounting bolts.

   (Image shows the windshield wiper cowl area and points to mounting bolts.)

9. STEP 7 (Option B): Use a coat hanger or fish tape to feed the CAN wire under the windshield wiper cowl. Be careful not to scratch the paint; masking tape can help prevent scratches.
10. STEP 8: Route the CAN connector from under the hood towards the inside of the cab. Pass the cable through foam insulation and under the plastic weather cover into the cab. If Option A was used, replace the cowl and its four mounting bolts.

    (Image shows the routing of the CAN connector from the engine bay into the cab area.)

11. STEP 9: After routing the CAN connector through the engine panel (1), route it through the door frame and the Jeep® access panel (2) to reach the glove compartment. Gently pry back the plastic weather stripping and route the cable behind it to prevent pinching when the door closes (3/3a).

    (Images show the routing path through the door frame, access panel, and under weather stripping, with numbered indicators 1, 2, 3, 3a.)

12. STEP 11: Once the CAN connection is routed through the side panel, lower the glove box to access the cable and CAN junction location. To lower it, press up on the retaining tab on the top inside of the glove compartment until it releases and drops down.

    (Images show the glove box retaining tab and the glove box lowering.)

13. STEP 12: With the glove box lowered, feed the CAN cable through the access hole as pictured. Reach inside the glove box with one hand while feeding the cable with the other. Replace the access panel by pressing the tabs back into place.

    (Image shows the CAN cable being fed through the access hole into the glove box.)

14. STEP 13: After routing the CAN cable behind the glove box, connect it to any open spot on the green junction box. Once the CAN connection is made, reinstall the glove box. Zip tie any excess cable behind the glove box where it won't be pinched when closed.

    (Image shows the CAN cable connected to a junction box behind the glove box.)

15. STEP 14: Align the glove box assist gear with its guide arm and reinsert the glove box, lifting it until it locks into place.

    (Images show the glove box assist gear and guide arm alignment.)

16. STEP 15: Bolt the Pulsar XT power wire to the positive terminal using a 10mm socket. Refer to the Harness Connection Guide on Page 5 for wiring details.

    (Image shows the positive battery terminal where the power wire is connected.)

17. STEP 16: Route the Pulsar XT harness towards the back of the motor, ensuring clearance for the secondary motor cover. Reinstall the secondary and primary engine covers.

    (Image shows the harness routed towards the back of the motor.)

18. STEP 17: Clean the top of the fuse box and use the provided velcro to attach the Pulsar module to the fuse box.

    (Image shows the Pulsar module attached to the fuse box with velcro.)

19. STEP 18: Reconnect the negative battery cable. Your installation is now complete.

Features

Programming Menu

NOTE: To access the programming menu, cruise control must be turned off. Each feature adjustment requires a new programming session. The vehicle must be running to turn off cruise control.

Turn the ignition to the RUN position (do not start the engine). Navigate to the Audio Menu using the keypad on the left. Hold CANC on the right keypad for 5 seconds to begin. Settings will appear at the top of the screen.

Steering Wheel Controls

Pulsar power levels and Option menus are navigated using the right-side steering wheel buttons. Refer to the information below to understand how these buttons are utilized.

Power Levels

• Levels 0-5 are displayed on the instrument cluster as Audio info (Level 0 = Stock).
• Cruise+ button: Increments power level, shows on speedometer when cruise is off.
• Cruise- button: Decrements power level, shows on speedometer when cruise is off.
• Cruise on/off button: Power level control is deactivated when cruise is on.
• Cruise cancel button: Displays power level on speedometer when cruise is off.

Auto Start/Stop

If your vehicle has an Engine Stop Start (ESS) system, it will shut down during a full stop. A button on the dash can disable this feature for the current trip. The next time the vehicle is started, the feature will need to be disabled again.

When installed, the Pulsar XT device is programmed to remember whether the Auto Stop/Start system was disabled upon startup, effectively making it a single toggle rather than a repeat process. No further steps are needed to disable or enable the system via the dash button until you wish to switch the setting.

TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitor System

Hold the cruise cancel button for 5-7 seconds to access the TPMS menu.

TPMS Off:

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", it will shut off the TPMS completely.
• If you select "N" for "No", you will have the option to adjust the TPMS.

Adjust TPMS:

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", use "Set+" or "Set-" to adjust the first digit, then use "RES" to choose and move to the next digit. You can select a range of 20 to 69 PSI.
• If you select "N" for "No", you will move to the next option, Tire Size.

NOTE: The value chosen is the minimum tire pressure before the TPMS system will alert you of low tire pressure.

(Images show instrument cluster displays for TPMS adjustment.)

NOTE: This feature programs the vehicle.

Tire Size

The Tire Size option is displayed after the TPMS menu.

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", use "Set+" or "Set-" to adjust the first digit. Use "RES" to choose and move to the next digit. You can select a range of 20" to 49.9".
• If you select "N" for "No", you will move to the next option, Gear Ratio.

NOTE: Adjusting Tire Size will modify the vehicle's displayed speed, corrected to the size of the modified tire.

(Image shows instrument cluster display for Tire Size adjustment.)

NOTE: This feature programs the vehicle.

Axle Ratio

The Axle Ratio option is displayed after the Tire Size menu.

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", use "Set+" or "Set-" to adjust the first digit. Use "RES" to choose and move to the next digit. You can select a range of 2:00-5:99.
• If you select "N" for "No", you will move to the next option, Read DTCs.

NOTE: Do not program axle ratio unless the vehicle's stock axle ratio has been physically replaced with different gears.

(Image shows instrument cluster display for Axle Ratio adjustment.)

NOTE: This feature programs the vehicle.

Read DTCs

The Read DTCs option is displayed after the Gear Ratio menu.

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", the Pulsar will scan for codes; if any are found, it will display the code.
• If you select "N" for "No", you will move to the next option.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes: Toggle the "Set+" or "Set-" buttons on the steering wheel to scroll "Y" for "Yes" or "N" for "No", then press "RES" to confirm. If DTCs are present, they appear one at a time and can be scrolled through using "Set+" and "Set-". "End DTCs" is displayed at the end of the list. Pressing "Set+" again exits the DTC list and moves to the Clear DTCs option.

(Image shows instrument cluster display for Read DTCs.)

Clear DTCs

The Clear DTCs option is displayed after the Read DTCs menu.

• If you select "Y" for "Yes", the Pulsar will go through and clear codes.
• If you select "N" for "No", the menu will disappear as there are no more options to display.

(Image shows instrument cluster display for Clear DTCs.)

Update Software

Downloading Update Agent 1.0 (Optional)

The Update Agent can be used to update the device via USB connection. The software is downloadable via the internet. This process is currently only supported on Windows computers; Mac devices are not supported.

NOTE: It is recommended to install Update Agent 1.0 on a laptop computer for best accessibility. You will need to connect the computer to the vehicle's OBDII port to perform updates.

1. Go to a computer with internet access and visit one of the following websites: superchips.com, diablosport.com, or edgeproducts.com.
2. Navigate to the website's Updates/Downloads tab and click the link "Download Update Agent 1.0". Save the .exe file to a findable location on your computer.
3. Run the downloaded .exe installation program. Read through the license terms and conditions, check the agreement box, and click Install. Continue until the installation says "Installation Successfully Completed". Click Close to finish.

NOTE: If a Security Warning pop-up appears during installation, click "run" to proceed. If prompted, also install the Holley USBCAN Driver, as it is required to connect to the device.

(Images show screenshots of the UpdateAgent setup wizard and the Holley USBCAN Driver installation wizard.)

Product Updates

This device can be updated via a USB connection. A USB to OBDII update cable is required (sold separately). It is recommended that a battery charger is attached and turned on during the update process.

NOTE: The Pulsar LT must be installed in a vehicle before updating. You CANNOT use your vehicle's Wi-Fi during the update process, as it will be disabled. Use an external source such as your home Wi-Fi.

1. Take a computer with Update Agent 1.0 installed to the vehicle location with the Pulsar device.
2. Turn the vehicle's ignition to the RUN position (do not start the engine). Open Update Agent 1.0 on the computer. Plug the USB to OBDII cable into both the vehicle's OBD port and a USB port on the computer.
3. Update Agent 1.0 should automatically detect the Pulsar XT device. Follow onscreen instructions until it checks for an update. If an update is available, click "yes".
4. NOTE: If you have not yet registered for an account or signed in, you will be prompted to do so before proceeding with the update.
5. Follow the update steps shown onscreen. Do not power down the vehicle during the process unless prompted by the Update Agent. Once Update Agent 1.0 indicates "Your device is up-to-date", click "ok" and disconnect the USB to OBDII cable.

(Images show the Update Agent interface indicating connection status and the USB to OBDII cable. A note indicates the OBDII port location may vary.)

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Can I adjust power levels when cruise control is on?

Answer: No, only when cruise control is off.
NOTE: Cruise control can be used as normal; you just can't change power levels when cruise control is on.

Question: Should I remove the Pulsar XT prior to going to the dealer?

Answer: Yes, please remove the Pulsar XT to eliminate it from the system so they can perform any updates or services.

Question: How do I check what level I am on when cruise control is off?

Answer: Simply press Cancel on the power steering keypad.

Question: Can I "stack" or use other tuners with this device?

Answer: No, please do not use any other tuners when the Pulsar XT is in use or installed. Stacking tuners with the Pulsar XT may cause serious damage to the vehicle.

Question: What is the best way to accurately measure tire size?

Answer: Mark a line on the ground where the center of the tire rests, then drive the vehicle for two full rotations of the tire and mark the spot where it comes to a rest with another line. Measure the length between the two lines and divide by two. Then divide that number by Pi (π ≈ 3.14159265359).

Question: How do you return the vehicle to stock?

Answer: Program all features back to the stock value and then remove the Pulsar XT.