Vortech 2010+ Camaro Fuel Pump Voltage Booster User Manual

2010 CAMARO FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER

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Installation Instructions

DP/N: 007124

2010 CAMARO SS (LS3 & L99)

P/N: 5A102-026

ENGINEERING, LLC

1650 Pacific Avenue, Channel Islands, CA 93033-9901 • Phone 805 247-0226

Fax: 805 247-0669 • www.vortechsuperchargers.com • M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (PST)

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FOREWORD

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This manual provides information on the installation, maintenance and service of the Vortech supercharger kit expressly designed for this vehicle. All information, illustrations and specifications contained herein are based on the latest product information available at the time of this publication. Changes to the manual may be made at any time without notice. Contact Vortech Engineering for any additional information regarding this kit and any of these modifications at (805) 247-0226 8:00am-4:30pm PST.

Take note of the following before proceeding:

1. Proper installation of this supercharger kit requires general automo-

tive mechanic knowledge and experience. Please browse through each step of this instruction manual prior to beginning the installation to determine if you should refer the job to a professional installer/technician. Please contact your dealer or Vortech Engineering for possible installers in your area.

2. This product was designed for use on stock (un-modified, OEM) vehicles. The PCM (computer), engine, transmission, drive axle ratios and tire O.D. must be stock. If the vehicle or engine has been modi-

fied in any way, check with Vortech prior to installation and use of this product.

3. Use only premium grade fuel with a minimum of 91 octane (R+M/2).

4. Always listen for any sign of detonatlion (knocking/pinging) and discontinue hard

use (no boost) until the problem is resolved.

5. Vortech is not responsible for any clutch, transmission, drive-line or engine damage.

Exclusions from Vortech warranty coverage considerations

include, but not limited to:

1. Neglect, abuse, lack of maintenance, abnormal operation or improper installation.

2. Continued operation with an impaired vehicle or sub-system.

3. The combined use of Vortech components with other modifications such as, but

not limited to, exhaust headers, aftermarket camshafts, nitrous oxide, third party PCM programming or other such changes.

another language in any form, by any means without written permission of Vortech Engineering, LLC.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FORWORD ................................................................ii

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................... iii

TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS ........................................ iv

PARTS LIST ..............................................................v

1. PREPARATION AND REMOVAL ...........................................1

2. FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER MOUNTING ...............................7

3. FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER WIRING ..................................8

4. FINAL ASSEMBLY .....................................................12

5. FINAL CHECK.........................................................13

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VORTECH FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER

Installation Instructions

2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO SS

Before beginning this installation,

please read through this entire instruction booklet

The Vortech 2010 Camaro Fuel Pump Voltage Booster (FPVB) upgrade was designed specifically for use on 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS vehicles equipped with a supercharger to support applications with increased horsepower over the basic kit. As with any power enhancing product, this unit is intended for use on healthy, well-maintained engines. Vortech Engineering is not responsible for engine damage. Installation on new vehicles will not harm or adversely affect the break-in period so long as factory break-in procedures are followed.

For best performance and continued durability, please take a note of the following key points:

1. Use only premium grade fuel 91 octane or higher (R+M/2).

2. Always listen for any sign of detonation (pinging) and discontinue hard use (no boost) until problem is resolved.

TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS:

• Open End Wrenches (5/16”, 10mm)

• 3/8” Ratchet

• 10mm, 13mm, and 5/16” Sockets

• Flat #2 Screwdriver

• Phillips #2 Screwdriver

• Utility Knife

• Heat Gun

• Soldering Iron/Gun

• Electrical Tape

• Wire Cutters, Strippers and Crimpers

• Drill Motor

• 1/8”, Drill Bit

• Tape Measure

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2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO SS

Part No. 5A102-026

PARTS LIST

IMPORTANT: Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in the kit.

Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately.

PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY

5a102-026 aSSY, VOLT BOOST 2010 CaMaRO

5A002-026 VOLTAGE BOOSTER, 2010 CAMARO 1 5W001-011 16-14 GA RING TERM .26" HOLE 1 5W001-032 1/4" PLASTIC WIRE LOOM 70 IN 5W001-007 3/16" HEAT-SHRINK TUBING 0.4 FT 7E010-049 #10X3/4 HEX HD SLF DRL SHT MTL 4 7U100-044 TIE WRAP, 4" NYLON 10 7U100-055 TIE WRAP, 7.5" NYLON 10 5W001-037 12-10 GA BUTT CON, SHRNK TYPE 2 5W001-078 FUSE, BLADE TYPE 40 A 1 5W001-014 FUSE HOLDER 10 GA 1 5W001-043 12-10GA X 1/4" RING TERMINAL 1 007124 INSTR, 2010 CAMARO FPVB UPGRAD 1

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1. PREPARATION AND REMOVAL

A. Open the trunk

B. Remove the carpet

C. Turn the center retainer counterclockwise to

remove the trunk compartment cover

Fig. 1-a

Fig. 1-b

Fig. 1-c

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D. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit or

spare tire from trunk

E. Using a 10mm socket or wrench, remove the neg-

ative terminal from the battery.

Fig. 1-d

Fig. 1-e

Fig. 1-f

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F. Remove the six plastic nuts (three on each side)

holding the rear plastic panel of the trunk

G. Remove the rear panel by first pulling up slightly

and then out in order to release the two spring clips underneath.

THREE PER

SIDE

Fig. 1-g

Fig. 1-h

Fig. 1-i

PULL UP

SLIGHTLY TO

SEPARATE

HERE

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1. PREPARATION AND REMOVAL, CONT’D

H. Remove the two plastic fasteners holding the car-

pet lining to the right side of the trunk. Peel back the carpet lining so that you can access the fuse block mounted on the wall

REMOVE

FASTENERS

Fig. 1-j

Fig. 1-k

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1. PREPARATION AND REMOVAL, CONT’D

I. Dismount the fuse block from the trunk wall by

unlatching the tab at the top with a screwdriver and then sliding the entire terminal block up until it can be pulled straight out.

Fig. 1-l

Fig. 1-m

Fig. 1-n

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J. Remove and separate the rear cover from the

back of the fuse block by releasing the latches at each corner.

Fig. 1-o

Fig. 1-p

Fig. 1-q

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2. FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER MOUNTING

A. Position the mounting box into the approximate

location shown and mark the four mounting corners for drilling

B. Drill the four mounting holes with a 1/8” drill

C. Mount the FPVB unit using the supplied #10 sheet

metal screws.

DRILL WITH

1/8" DRILL

Fig. 2-a

Fig. 2-b

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3. FUEL PUMP VOLTAGE BOOSTER WIRING

A. Locate the red with white stripe wire, fourth row

down from the top on the right side when viewing the fuse block from the back.

B. Cut the wire approximately two inches from the

back of the fuse block as shown.

C. Strip both ends of the cut wire.

D. Locate the wire harness supplied with the Fuel

Pump Booster (FPVB)

E. Temporarily plug the FPVB harness into the con-

nector on the FPVB unit. Route the orange signal wire and red “PUMP +” wire along side the OEM wiring so that it meets up with the OEM fuse block location. Cover the wires with the supplied splitloom and secure with zip ties. Unplug the FPVB harness from the FPVB unit.

F. Trim the red and orange FPVB wires to the proper

length, as they will be soldered into the previously cut red with white stripe OEM wires.

APPROX.

2 INCHES

RED/WHITE

WIRE TO CUT

Fig. 3-a

Fig. 3-b

Fig. 3-c

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BATTERY

FPVB

FUSE

BLOCK

RED “PUMP +”

BLACK “BATT -”

RED “BATT +”

SOLDER

CONNECTIONS

ORANGE

OEM WIRE

(RED/WHITE STRIPE)

SOLDER

CONNECTION

FUSE HOLDER

W/ 40 A FUSE

G. Cut two 1” pieces of supplied heat shrink sleeve

and slide one each over the red “PUMP+” and orange wires.

H. Solder the orange wire to the red with white stripe

wire, previously cut, leading back to the fuse block

I. Solder the red “PUMP+” wire to the red with white

stripe wire, previously cut, leading into the cars wiring harness.

J. Pull the heat shrink sleeve over the two soldered

connections and properly shrink with heat gun to protect the connections.

K. Reattach the rear cover to the back of the fuse

block.

Fig. 3-d

Fig. 3-f

Fig. 3-g

Fig. 3-e

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L. Remount the fuse block to the trunk wall and

snap in place.

M. Reinstall the cover onto the fuse block.

N. Using the remaining split loom and zip ties, route

the black "BATT-" and red “BATT+” wires from the harness plug to each of the respective battery terminals. (Red to battery positive and Black to battery negative/ground)

O. Trim and strip the black "BATT -" wire to length

and crimp on a blue supplied ring terminal.

P. Using a 10mm socket or wrench, attach the ring

terminal to the factory battery terminal as shown.

NOTE: Do NOT reattach to battery at this time.

Q. Locate the supplied fuse holder. Cut and strip

both ends of the wire at the middle.

R. On one end of the fuse holder, crimp on the sup-

plied yellow ring terminal.

S. With fuse NOT installed in fuse holder, attach the

yellow ring terminal to the positive factory battery terminal, using a 10mm socket or wrench.

Fig. 3-h

ATTACH BLUE

RING TERMINAL

HERE

Fig. 3-i

ATTACH

YELLOW RING

TERMINAL HERE

Fig. 3-k

Fig. 3-j

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T. Trim and strip the red "BATT +" wire to length to

mate up with the other end of the fuse holder.

U. Cut a 1" piece of the supplied heat shrink and

slide over the end of the red "BATT +" wire

V. Solder the end of the red "BATT +" wire to the

fuse holder wire.

W. Pull the heat shrink sleeve over the soldered

connection and properly shrink with heat gun to protect the connection. Tape with electrical tape to ensure a sealed connection.

X. Cover wires with supplied split loom and secure

with zip ties.

Y. Trim positive battery terminal cover as necessary

for the lid to shut securely.

Z. Install 40A fuse into fuse holder and close fuse

holder cover.

SOLDER,

HEAT SHRINK,

AND TAPE

Fig. 3-l

Fig. 3-o

Fig. 3-m

Fig. 3-n

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4. FINAL ASSEMBLY

A. Connect the plug from the FPVB unit to the plug

of the installed harness.

B. Using a 10mm socket or wrench, reattach the

negative OEM terminal to the battery.

C. Replace the remaining car trim items in the

reverse order in which they were removed.

Fig. 4-a

Fig. 4-b

Fig. 4-c

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5. FINAL CHECK

WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the vehicle

until ALL components are installed and ALL operations are completed including the final check.

A. Confirm that all connections are properly insulated

and secure from creating any shorts. Make sure all wires are properly secure with clamps or tiewraps.

B. Make sure all wires are routed away from hot,

moving or sharp objects.

C. Test drive the vehicle.

D. Always listen carefully for engine detonation.

Discontinue heavy throttle usage if detonation is heard.

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ENGINEERING, LLC

1650 Pacific Avenue, Channel Islands, CA 93033-9901 • Phone 805 247-0226

Fax: 805 247-0669 • www.vortechsuperchargers.com • M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (PST)

DP/N: 007124

02/08/10