H&S Mini Maxx User manual
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Rev: 01.23.12
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WARNING!
THIS IS A HIGH PERFORMANCE PRODUCT TO BE USED AT YOUR OWN RISK!
Do not install this product until you have read and fully understand the following disclaimer of liability. The fol-
lowing disclaimer of liability sets forth the terms and conditions for the installation and/or use of this product. By
installing this high performance product, the buyer acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this
disclaimer and accepts its terms and conditions.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
H&S Performance, LLC and their successors, distributors, jobbers, dealers, and retailers (SELLER) shall in no way be respon-
sible for any direct, indirect, or consequential damage resulting from improper installation and/or use of this product. The
BUYER/USER assumes all responsibility for any damage resulting from the use or misuse of this product The buyer hereby
waives all liability claims for the use of this product.
The BUYER acknowledges that he/she is not relying on the SELLER’s skill or judgment to select or furnish goods suitable for
any particular purpose and that there are no liabilities which extend beyond the description herein, and the BUYER hereby
waives all remedies or liabilities, expressed or implied, arising by law or otherwise, (including without any obligations of the
SELLER with respect to tness, merchantability and consequential damages) or whether or not occasioned by the SELLER’s
negligence.
The SELLER disclaims any warranty and expressly disclaims any liability for personal injury or damages.The BUYER acknowl-
edges and agrees that the disclaimer of any liability for personal injury is a material term for this agreement and the BUYER
agrees to indemnify the SELLER and to hold the SELLER harmless from any claim related to the product purchased. Under no
circumstances will the SELLER be liable for any damages or expenses by reason of use or sale of any such products.
The SELLER assumes no liability regarding the improper installation, misuse, or misapplication of its products. It is the buyer
and/or installer’s responsibility to check for proper installation.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
H&S Performance, LLC (“SELLER”) gives LimitedWarranty as to the description, quality, merchantability, tness for any prod-
uct’s purpose, or any other matter of SELLER’s product sold herewith. The SELLER shall be in no way responsible for the prod-
uct’s use and service and the BUYER hereby waives all rights other than those expressly written herein.This Warranty shall not
be varied except by a written agreement signed and dated by SELLER and BUYER.
The Warranty is Limited to one (1) year from the date of sale and limited solely to the parts contained within the product’s
original packaging. All products that are in question of Warranty must be returned shipping prepaid to the SELLER and must
be accompanied by a dated proof of purchase receipt. AllWarranty claims are subject to approval by H&S Performance, LLC.
Under no circumstances shall the SELLER be liable for any labor charges incurred, or travel time incurred in diagnosis for
defects, removal, or re-installation of this product, or any other contingent expenses. Any product deemed defective and
consequently repaired or replaced by SELLER, shall retain the remainder of the warranty period from date of purchase, as the
warranty period shall not be extended due to repair or replacement. Under no circumstances will the SELLER be liable for any
damage or expenses incurred by reason of the use or sale of any such product.
If the buyer does not agree to the terms of this limited warranty or the disclaimer of liability, the buyer may return this product
to the SELLER in a new and unused condition, along with dated proof of purchase, within 30 days of purchase, for a full refund.
This warranty is null and void for any new products purchased through unauthorized dealers.
This warranty is null and void for any products sold as USED or REFURBISHED.
This warranty is null and void for any products purchased below the H&S UNILATERAL PRICING POLICY
Revision Date
These instructions are current as of 01/23/12. Revisions may apply, and are available at
www.hsperformance.com
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TROUBLESHOOTING:
Please read and understand all installation instructions before proceeding with the installation.
If you have questions during the installation of this product, please call H&S Performance support at
1-888-628-1730
INTERNET UPDATES:
H&S Performance regularly issues free internet updates and custom tunes for the Mini Maxx. Please
check to see if there are any available for your truck by going to the downloads section at:
www.hsperformance.com
EMISSIONS WARNING!
This H&S product may be capable of disabling all or part of the emissions system on certain
vehicle applications, when selected by the end user to do so. EMISSIONS REMOVAL IS NOT LEGAL
ANYWHERE WITHIN THE USA, UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS NOT REGISTERED WITH THE DIVISION OF
MOTOR VEHICLES, AND IS BEING USED SOLELY AS A COMPETITION RACE VEHICLE. BY SELECTING
ANY SETTINGS THAT CAN ALLOW REMOVAL OF EMISSIONS EQUIPEMNT, YOU ACCEPT ALL RISK AND
LIABILITY ASSOCIATED WITH ITS USE, AND AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
1. All settings or calibrations that may allow emissions removal are intended and developed for o-
highway, organized, sanctioned, closed-course RACE/COMPETITION USE ONLY! Any other use, on
ANY road, public or private, within the USA, is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
2. H & S Performance insists that you do not select any calibrations or settings if this vehicle has
been registered or certied for highway use within the USA.
3. This product when used incorrectly may violate local, state, and federal laws pertaining to
emissions, trac, registration, and safety.
4. Use of this product may damage or destroy mechanical and/or electrical components of this
vehicle.
5. Use of this product may void or nullify the vehicles factory warranty.
6. User understands that motorsports are dangerous, and that installation of this product may
subsequently require special driving skills or techniques to safely operate the vehicle.
7. User assumes sole responsibility for the safe, proper, and legal use of the vehicle at all times.
8. The purchaser and end user releases, indemnies, discharges, and holds harmless H&S
Performance, LLC from any and all claims, damages, causes of action, injuries, or expenses
resulting from or relating to the use or installation of this product that is in violation of the terms
and conditions on this page, the product disclaimer, and/or the product installation instructions.
H&S Performance will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, exemplary, punitive,
statutory, or incidental damages or nes cause by the use or installation of this product.
WARNING!
Before allowing you to access any settings or calibrations that may allow emissions removal, you will
be asked by the tuner to electronically agree to the terms and conditions listed above. By electronically
agreeing to the terms and conditions, you are certifying that you are aware of and assume all risk,
liability, and consequences that may arise from its use.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BILL OF MATERIALS............................................................................................................... 5
PARTS DESCRIPTIONS........................................................................................................... 6
MINI MAXX INSTALLATION.................................................................................................. 9
Section 1: Mounting the Mini Maxx............................................................................10
Windshield Mounting...............................................................................................10
Section 2: Installing the Pyrometer ............................................................................11
Pre-Turbo/Post-Turbo Mount ..................................................................................12
Installing the PCH Board..........................................................................................13
Section 3: OBDII Adapter plug.....................................................................................14
Section 4: Installing the Power Wire ...........................................................................15
Section 5: Run Mini Maxx HDMI Cable.......................................................................16
MINI MAXX OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 17
Section 1: Button Navigation.......................................................................................17
Section 2: Install Download .........................................................................................18
Section 3: Exploring the Main Screen ........................................................................19
Section 4: Exploring the Menu System ......................................................................21
Section 5: Vehicle Setup................................................................................................22
Defueling Parameters...............................................................................................22
Set Defuel Levels .......................................................................................................23
Section 6: Other Mini Maxx Features .........................................................................24
Gauge Setup...............................................................................................................24
Adjust Backlight ........................................................................................................25
Change Background Color.......................................................................................25
Performance Testing.................................................................................................26
Diagnostics.................................................................................................................27
Reset to Default Setting...........................................................................................28
Show Settings ............................................................................................................29
T.V.#..............................................................................................................................29
SD Card........................................................................................................................29
Web Updates..............................................................................................................29
Section 7: Vehicle Specic Features............................................................................30
2003-2007 5.9L Dodge Cummins...........................................................................30
2007.5-2009 6.7L Dodge Cummins........................................................................33
2010-2012 6.7L Dodge Cummins...........................................................................37
2003-2007 6.0L Ford Powerstroke .........................................................................42
2008-2010 6.4L Ford Powerstroke .........................................................................44
2011-2012 6.7L Ford Powerstroke .........................................................................47
2007.5-2010 6.6L LMM Duramax ...........................................................................51
2011-2012 6.6L LML Duramax ................................................................................54
Section 8: Unplugging the Head Unit ........................................................................59
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BILL OF MATERIALS
The list below includes by name the major parts included in your Mini Maxx package.
** Optional
BILL OF MATERIALS
1. Mini Maxx
• Micro SD Card
(in Mini Maxx)
2. Mini Maxx Power Cable
3. PCH Board**
• Screws (2)**
• Zip Ties (4)**
• Velcro Strip**
• Fuse Adapter**
4. Pyrometer Probe**
5. OBDII Adapter
6. Windshield Mount
7. Mini USB Cable
8. HDMI Cable
9. USB Adapter
1.
5. 6.
7.
9.
8.
**4.
**3.
2.
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PARTS DESCRIPTION
This section describes each of the parts in the Bill of Materials, the descriptions provide a physical set of
attributes and a purpose for each part. The parts descriptions also list everything that is included in each
assembly.
The Mini Maxx Head Unit
The main component is the Mini Maxx Head Unit. The Head
Unit is the interface in which you control vehicle perfor-
mance parameters. It is also the brains that will save vehicle
activity and defuel a vehicle. Notice that the head unit has:
seven total buttons, ve on the left side and two on the right,
a large color screen, and an electronic plug for docking on
the back. Note that this is the last piece that you will install.
Note: Mini Maxx includes a micro SD card inserted
in the side of the Head Unit.
Power Cable
The Power cable connects the OBD ll Adaptor Plug to the ve-
hicle fuse box to supply power to the Mini Maxx. It is optional
to use as there are two ways to power up your Mini Maxx
1. (Recommended) Use this power cable and wire it to the
designated location specied later in this manual.
2. The OBD II port provides constant 12V+ power, so your
Mini Maxx can power o of the OBD II port alone. But in
this situation the Mini Maxx will not turn on and o with
the ignition. There is a switch on the OBDII adapter plug
in order to turn the Mini Maxx on and o.
OBDII Adapter Plug
The OBDII Adapter is a communication hub for the Mini Maxx.
The OBD ll Adaptor plugs directly into the vehicle OBD ll port. Notice the OBD ll Adaptor has many ports to
support various other functions of the Mini Maxx.
PARTS DESCRIPTION
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Pyrometer Connection Head (PCH) Board Assembly*
The PCH Board or Pyrometer Connection Head serves as a dock to connect the pyrometers into the Mini
Maxx system. The PCH Board includes the ability to connect two pyrometers. Attached to the PCH Board
housing is a cable with four pin plug which connects to the OBDII Adapter Plug. The list below includes all
separate parts that make up the entire PCH Board Assembly.
• PCH Board
• Velcro
• (2) Self-tapping Sheet Metal Screws
• Pyrometer Cable
Universal Windshield Mount
This universal windshield mount is used to install the Mini Maxx rmly onto the windshield, it is a suction
cup mount that will work on any vehicle windshield. Check our web site for other mounting options, the Mini
Maxx is adaptable to a range of other mounting styles.
H&S Also oers custom vehicle specic solutions.
See www.hsperformance.com for details.
* Optional
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Mini USB Cable
Use this cable to connect your Mini Maxx to your personal computer to install software updates. Visit
www.hsperformance.com in the downloads section for product updates. Please nd your product ap-
plication and follow the posted instructions there to update your Mini Maxx.
HDMI Cable
The HDMI Cable connects the Mini Maxx to the OBD ll Adapter Plug and acts as the main line of com-
munication for the Mini Maxx.
USB to Micro SD Adapter
The USB to Micro SD Adapter is what you will use to update your Mini Maxx. You will take the Micro
SD card out of the Mini Maxx and insert it into the adapter, then insert the adapter into your personal
computer.
PARTS DESCRIPTION CONTINUED
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Mini Maxx & Windshield Mount
OBDII Adapter Plug
OBDII Port
Power Cable
(Optional)
Fuse Box
Fire wall grommet
MOST APPLICATIONS
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
The installation overview illustrates a totally installed and functional Mini Maxx system. This overview is
meant to help reference the general location of installed parts and pieces of the Mini Maxx. Notice that there
are dierent overview diagrams. Use the correct diagram for your truck. For more complete wiring diagrams
and instructions, please see vehicle specic features starting on page 30.
OBDII Port
OBDII Adapter Plug
Power Wire
(Optional.To purple
ignition
wire under dash)
MINI MAXX &
Windshield mount
HDMI Cable
FORD POWER STROKE‘08’10
MINI MAXX INSTALLATION
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MINI MAXX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 1: MOUNTING THE MINI MAXX
In this section you will decide where to mount the Mini Maxx Cradle, so you are essentially choosing the loca-
tion for the Mini Maxx inside the vehicle cab. First, decide which mounting style you will choose for the Mini
Maxx; we oer two dierent styles of mounting:
1.Windshield mounting
2.Custom Pod mounting (Refer to the instructions included with your custom pod)
Visit hsperformance.com for custom options
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
WINDSHIELD MOUNTING
1. Locate the T-shaped mount socket on the back side of the Mini Maxx.
2. Notice that the top of the universal mount will t into T-shaped socket and slide forward to
secure the Mini Maxx to the mount.
3. With the Mini Maxx connected to the mount use the windshield mount to secure the Mini Maxx
to the wind- shield. Be sure that the position of the Mini Maxx does not obstruct the view of
the road or distract the driver from their primary responsibility, which is driving responsible.
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