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Chevy/GMC Duramax® Diesel LB7
Power Edge LB7 EZ
Installation Instructions and Manual
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual © 2005, Edge Products, LLC All rights reserved. Edge Products, LLC 1080 South Depot Dr. Ogden, UT 84404 (801) 476-3343 www.edgeproducts.com Manual Version 110105 2
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC Table of Contents Disclaimer of Liability…………………………………………………………. 4 Aftermarket Products and Your Manufacturer’s Warranty……………….. 5 About the Power Edge LB7 EZ………………………………………………. 6 Power Edge LB7 EZ getting connected……………………………………….. 7 Using the Power Edge LB7 EZ………………………………………………….. 9 Power Gains…………………………………………………………………… 10 Making sense of it all………………………………………………………….. 11
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual The EZ Module is a high performance product It is strongly recommended that EGT and boost gauges be installed when using this product. USE THIS PRODUCT AT YOUR OWN RISK. Do not use this product until you have carefully read the following agreement. This sets forth the terms and conditions for the use of this product. The installation of this product indicates that the BUYER ha
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS AND YOUR VEHICLE’S WARRANTY Many of our customers ask, “Will your product void my vehicle manufacturer’s warranty?” While the answer is straightforward from a legal standpoint, we also want to educate our customers (and after-market consumers) on some industry realities and offer some common sense precautions to minimize your risk. Consumers of aftermarket produc
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual About the Power Edge Thank you for purchasing the Power Edge LB7 EZ Module for the Chevy/GMC Duramax® Diesel LB7. The EZ module has been developed and produced from the highest quality materials available to ensure the best performance for years to come. If you have any questions, please contact Edge Products. We will be very happy to answer your questions about our compl
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC Power Edge LB7 EZ Getting Connected Supplied Items: 1. Power Edge EZ Module 2. Three Wire Ties 3. Two Velcro Strips 4. Power Adjustment Switch Required Tools: None Please read these instructions completely so that you understand each step prior to installation. The Power Edge LB7 EZ Module This picture shows the Power Edge LB7 EZ Module with the harness cable.
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual Installing the EZ Module 1. The Power Edge LB7 EZ Module can mount on top of or to the side of the black plastic fuse box cover located on the driver’s side fender. Adhere the module using the supplied Velcro, allowing enough harness movement for removal of the cover. Connecting The Harness 2. Disconnect both stock Connectors connectors by squeezing the ears on the backside of t
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC Using The Power Edge LB7 EZ Adjusting Power Levels The EZ has three power levels. The EZ module was designed to allow the user to select any of the three power levels on the fly with the supplied three position switch. Level 3 is with the switch towards the tab. Power Level Confirmation To confirm the power level that you have selected with your switch, you can do the fol
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual Power Gains The following power gains are representative of an actual test vehicle. These gains were measured on a SuperFlow Dyno at an altitude of 4400 ft above sea level, and represent power delivered to the rear wheels of the test truck. The only modification made to the test truck was the addition of the Power Edge EZ module. Power gains may vary somewhat on a different vehi
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC Making Sense of it All This section is designed to help you understand how the additional power will change your driving experience as well as help you figure out what power level will best suit your driving style. The first thing you will probably notice, especially if this is your first time driving a diesel truck with a performance module, is that this is a whole different ani
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual The EZ Module and your Transmission The automatic transmission has a fluid-filled clutch-like device called a torque converter. This device uses the spinning motion of the motor to drive the transmission which drives your wheels. As the truck speed stabilizes, the torque converter engages a mechanical connection which locks the two halves of the torque converter, so the output shaft i
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GM LB7 EZ Manual Edge Products, LLC Transmission The Allison transmission is a “Smart” transmission. That means that it pays attention to how smoothly the transmission is changing gears, and modifies the shifting to improve drivability. When the motor delivers more power (by adding the EZ module), the transmission has to ‘re-learn’ how to shift. After first installing the EZ module, you may notice rough shifting. T
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Edge Products, LLC GM LB7 EZ Manual Index About the EZ................................ 6 EZ Power Level Confirmation..... 9 Connecting the harness ................ 8 Horsepower gains ...................... 10 Disclaimer.................................... 4 Installing the EZ........................... 8 EZ Adjusting Power Levels ......... 9 Making Sense of it all................ 11 EZ features ....................