Haltech Platinum PRO PLUG-IN Nissan 350Z Z33 (HT055016) User Manual

PLATINUM

PRO PLUG-IN

Nissan 350Z

Z33

(HT055016)

QUICK START GUIDE

LIMITED WARRANTY

Lockin Pty Ltd trading as Haltech warrants the HaltechTM Programmable Fuel Injection System to be
free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.

Proof of purchase, in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, which indicates that the product is
within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service. Lockin Pty Ltd trading as
Haltech suggests that the purchaser retain the dealer’s dated bill of sale as evidence of the date of
retail purchase.

If the HaltechTM Programmable Fuel Injection System is found to be defective as mentioned above, it
will be replaced or repaired if returned prepaid along with proof of purchase. This shall constitute the
sole liability of Lockin Pty Ltd trading as Haltech.

To the extent permitted by law, the foregoing is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or
representations, either expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness. In no event shall Lockin Pty Ltd trading as Haltech, be liable for special or consequential
damages.

DISCLAIMER

Haltech will not be held responsible for any damage caused by the incorrect installation or tuning of this
product. It is the installers responsibility to ensure the wiring connections and pinouts match that of the
vehicle the unit is being installed into.
Haltech has taken all care to make sure the connections match the specified vehicles listed, but variations
in wiring and connections on vehicles can occur and therefore this should be checked BEFORE the unit
is installed.
Haltech highly recommends installation and tuning of this product is to be carried out by a professional,
with an understanding on installing and tuning engine management systems.
Misuse of this product can destroy your engine.

WARNING

This ECU is designed and sold for Racing use only. Using this product for street / road use may be
prohibited by law. Please check with your local vehicle authority before using this product.

GENERAL INSTALLATION WARNING

Avoid open sparks, flames or operation of electrical devices near flammable substances.
Always disconnect the battery cables when doing electrical work on your vehicle.

Do not charge the battery with a 24 Volt truck charger or reverse the polarity of the battery
or any charging unit. Do not charge the battery with the engine running as this could
expose the ECU to an unregulated power supply that could destroy the ECU and other
electrical equipment.

All fuel system components and wiring should be mounted away from heat sources,
shielded if necessary and well ventilated. Disconnect the Haltech ECU from the electrical
system whenever doing any arc welding on the vehicle by unplugging the wiring harness
connector from the ECU.

After completing the installation, make sure that there are no fuel leaks, and no wiring
left un-insulated in case a spark or short-circuit occurs and causes a fire. Also make sure
that you follow all proper workshop safety procedures. If you're working underneath
a jacked-up car, always use safety stands!

PLATINUM

Congratulations on purchasing a Haltech Engine Management System. This fully
programmable Plug and Play product opens the door to virtually limitless performance

modification and tuning of your vehicle. Programmable systems allow you to extract all
the performance from your engine by delivering precisely the required amount of fuel
and ignition timing that your engine requires for maximum output under all operating
conditions.

This quick start guide will walk you through installation of the Platinum Pro ECU into a
vehicle. This guide is accompanied by the full service manual located on the software
CD provided with the ECU that you or your tuner will need to refer to before completing
your installation and configuration. The Manual is included in the software which can be
downloaded from the Haltech website www.haltech.com

Supported Vehicles

The Platinum Pro Plug-in Nissan 350Z / Z33 ECU supports the following:

• Nissan 350Z / Z33 (2003 - 2006)

• Nissan Skyline V35 (2003 - 2006)

• Infinity G35 (2003 - 2006)

* Does not support VQ35HR

Platinum Pro Plug-in Nissan 350Z / Z33 Kit Includes

Pro Plug-in Nissan 350Z / Z33

Quick Start Guide

• Haltech Platinum Pro Plug-in ECU

• Vacuum hose for connection of Internal MAP sensor to intake manifold

• USB Cable

• Software CD

• Quick Start Guide

Loaded Basemap

Your Platinum Pro Plug-in has been programmed with a basemap to suit a
Nissan 350Z / Z33 running a VQ35DE engine using the internal ECU MAP sensor.

Alternatively, a basemap using the OEM MAF Sensor as a load reference is available
in the following folder for you to upload into your ECU:

C:\Users\<username>\Documents\Haltech\ECUMaps\Nissan\Z33

Please ensure you load, modify and check the corresponding basemap for your
application before attempting to start the vehicle.

ECU Installation

To install your new Platinum Pro Plug-in to your Nissan 350Z / Z33,
please follow the procedures below.
Please Note the following installation photos are based on a Nissan Skyline V35 (JDM)

You will require the following tools

• Screwdrivers Phillips No 2 ,

• Socket set with 10mm socket

1. Locate your factory ECU. This will be located behind the glove compartment
Remove the glove compartment by removing the 6 screws holding it in place
Un clip the glove compartment light and the Airbag wiring from the glove compartment
(Do not disconnect the Air Bag Wiring) Remove glove compartment.

Figure 1 – ECU is located behind the glove compartment

Figure 2 – Left hand footwell showing glove compartment removed

2. Disconnect the OEM ECU from the main wiring harness, by raising the locking lever.
Remove the 2 x 10mm nuts securing the OEM ECU to the vehicle,
Remove the ECU and mounting bracket assembly.

Figure 3 – OEM ECU on Mounting bracket

3. Remove the 3 x 10mm nuts securing the OEM ECU to the mounting bracket,
Remove the ECU
Secure the Haltech ECU to the Haltech mounting kit using the provided captive
nuts and screws. Attach the assembled ECU and mounting to the original OEM
mounting bracket using the original 3 x 10mm nuts. as seen below

Figure 4 – Platinum Pro Plug-in ECU mounted on OEM mount

4. If the internal MAP sensor is to be used install the supplied vacuum line from the
engine intake manifold to the barb on the rear of the Haltech ECU.
Connect the USB cable and auxiliary connector to the ECU, and re-install into the
vehicle.

Figure 5 – Haltech ECU Installed in OEM Location

5. Re install the glove compartment.

Figure 6 – Glove compartment re-installed