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Holley Sniper EFI Stealth 4500 - User Manual

Holley Sniper EFI Stealth 4500
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Sniper Stealth 4500 (550-841 Shiny, 550-842 Black, & 550-843 Gold)
Holley Sniper EFI FUEL INJECTION INSTALLATION MANUAL

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

INTRODUCTION & SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Engine Requirements

Checks for vehicle engine and fuel system compatibility before installation.

Fuel System Requirements

Details required fuel pump pressure, flow rate, and line specifications for system operation.

Tools Required for Installation

Lists essential tools needed for a successful installation process.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Component Descriptions and Notes

Details each component with quantity, service part number, and important notes for installation.

THROTTLE BODY INSTALLATION

Preparation for Installation

Covers modifications for supercharged applications and steps before mounting.

OXYGEN SENSOR INSTALLATION

Bung Location and Mounting

Instructions on selecting an optimal exhaust location and correctly mounting the O2 sensor bung.

COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSTALLATION

Sensor Placement and Connection

Guidance on installing the coolant sensor in the correct engine passage and avoiding specific locations.

FUEL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Plumbing Diagrams and Component Selection

Illustrates fuel system plumbing and recommends components based on HP rating.

ECU WIRING OVERVIEW

System Wiring Diagram

Provides a visual guide to connecting the main components of the Sniper EFI system.

BASIC WIRING INSTALLATION

Connector Pinouts and Functions

Details the wire functions for each connector on the Sniper EFI harness.

GENERAL WIRING REFERENCE

Installation Best Practices

Covers essential "DO'S" and "DON'TS" for safe and effective wiring practices.

Connection Points

Identifies specific connectors on the throttle body and pigtail wire functions.

CONNECTING THE TOUCHSCREEN LCD

Handheld Display Connection

Explains how to connect the 3.5" Touch Screen LCD to the main harness.

HANDLING UNUSED WIRES

Option 1: Pin Removal Procedure

Describes how to properly remove unused wires from connectors using specialized tools.

HANDLING UNUSED WIRES

Option 2: Wire Trimming and Sealing

Details the process of trimming wires and using heat shrink for insulation.

NON-TIMING CONTROLLED IGNITION WIRING

Coil (-) and Tach Output Connections

Explains wiring for stock ignition systems and HEI distributors without timing control.

NON-TIMING CONTROLLED IGNITION WIRING

Ignition Box Tach Output Wiring

Details connecting to aftermarket CD ignition boxes for tachometer signal.

TIMING CONTROLLED IGNITION SETUP

MSD Distributor Preparation

Covers locking out distributor advance and installing an adjustable rotor for timing control.

TIMING CONTROLLED IGNITION SETUP

Distributor Lock Out and Vacuum Advance Removal

Step-by-step guide to locking mechanical advance and removing vacuum advance components.

TIMING CONTROLLED IGNITION SETUP

Rotor Installation and Distributor Mounting

Installing the adjustable rotor and the distributor assembly into the engine.

HOLLEY DUAL SYNC DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

Dual Sync Distributor Removal and Installation

Procedures for removing and installing the Holley Dual Sync Distributor.

HOLLEY DUAL SYNC DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

Distributor Alignment and Rotor Rotation

Aligning the distributor using LED indicators and understanding rotor rotation.

SNIPER EFI HYPERSPARK DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

HyperSpark Distributor Wiring

How to wire the Sniper EFI system with the HyperSpark Distributor for timing control.

HANDHELD NAVIGATION AND DISPLAY OPTIONS

Navigating the Touchscreen Interface

Overview of touchscreen interaction, including slider bars, lists, and radio buttons.

HANDHELD NAVIGATION AND DISPLAY OPTIONS

Understanding Graph and Data Display Options

Explains different graph adjustment modes and live data display capabilities.

INITIAL EFI SETUP AND CALIBRATION WIZARD

Calibration Wizard Steps

Guides through the initial setup wizard for configuring the Sniper EFI system.

INITIAL EFI SETUP AND CALIBRATION WIZARD

Wizard Configuration Parameters (Engine Details)

Inputting engine details like cylinders, displacement, idle speed, and camshaft type.

INITIAL EFI SETUP AND CALIBRATION WIZARD

Ignition and Power Adder Setup

Configuring ignition type, power adder type, and timing parameters within the wizard.

INITIAL EFI SETUP AND CALIBRATION WIZARD

AFR Targets and Calibration Creation

Setting target AFR and generating the initial calibration file for the ECU.

PRE-START AND INITIAL ENGINE CHECKS

Sensor Verification Procedure

Checks if all sensors are reading correctly before starting the engine, ensuring proper function.

Prestart Checklist Items

Essential checks including wiring, fuel pressure, and overall installation review before engine start.

First Startup and After Startup Procedures

Guides for initial engine start, observation, and post-start checks.

Ignition Timing Check (Non-ECU Control)

Verifies ignition timing using a timing light when the ECU is not controlling timing.

IGNITION TIMING CHECK (ECU CONTROLLED)

Setting Static Timing

Guides on setting the distributor position for ECU-controlled ignition timing.

THROTTLE BLADE ADJUSTMENT

Setting Idle Speed and IAC Position

Adjusting throttle blades to achieve the correct IAC position for desired idle RPM.

SYSTEM AND BASIC TUNING CONFIGURATION

Ignition System Setup

Configuring ignition type, reference angle, and rev limiters.

Basic Tuning Parameters Overview

Adjusting basic fuel, learning, idle speed, and spark timing.

Target AFR, Fuel Enrichment, and Prime

Modifying air/fuel ratios and adjusting fuel enrichment and prime settings.

Closed Loop, Learn, and Idle Speed Settings

Configuring closed loop, self-learning, and basic idle speed.

Spark Timing Curve Adjustments

Fine-tuning ignition timing for idle, cruise, WOT, and boost conditions.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION AND OUTPUTS

Output Configuration for Fan Control

Setting ON/OFF temperatures for electric fan control outputs.

Engine and Sniper System Setup

Configuring engine parameters like cylinders, displacement, and Sniper system type.

Ignition and Static Timing Settings

Adjusting ignition type, reference angle, inductive delay, and static timing.

ADVANCED TUNING AND CONTROL FEATURES

Advanced Fuel Delivery Adjustments

Modifying coolant enrichment, acceleration, cranking, and afterstart fuel settings.

Closed Loop Operation and Learning Settings

Configuring closed loop enable, limit, speed, and coolant temperature settings.

Advanced Idle Control Parameters

Adjusting idle air control (IAC) parameters like rampdown, speed, and startup.

Idle Speed, Launch Control, and Rev Limiters

Customizing idle speed, secondary rev limiters, and launch retard functions.

MONITORING AND CUSTOMIZING DISPLAYS

Navigating Monitor and Gauge Screens

Overview of accessing live data via Monitors, Multi-Gauge, and Sensors screens.

Customizing Gauge Channels and Scaling

Modifying gauge display parameters, min/max values, and warning thresholds.

Configuring Custom Dash Layouts

Personalizing display screens (Dash 1, 2, 3) by selecting channels and gauges.

TUNING DEFINITIONS AND BASIC SETTINGS

Target AFR and Fuel Prime Configuration

Defining target air/fuel ratios and configuring fuel prime settings.

Closed Loop, Learn, and Idle Speed Definitions

Explaining closed loop operation, self-learning, and basic idle speed adjustments.

Spark Timing Definitions

Explaining ignition timing parameters for idle, cruise, WOT, and cranking.

SYSTEM TUNING AND ADVANCED PARAMETERS

System Tuning: Outputs, Engine, Sniper, Ignition Setup

Configuring outputs, engine details, Sniper system, and ignition settings.

System Tuning: Static Timing

Setting and verifying static ignition timing for ECU control.

Advanced Tuning: Fuel and Idle Control

Fine-tuning fuel delivery and idle air control parameters.

Advanced Tuning: Launch and Other Features

Configuring launch control, rev limiters, and idle speed adjustments.

ADVANCED FEATURES AND SUPER SNIPER OPTIONS

Launch Control and ECU Overview

Setting up launch retard, viewing ECU calibration details, and managing global configurations.

Super Sniper Nitrous and Boost Control

Configuring Nitrous activation, stage duration, and boost control parameters.

DATALOGGING AND CONFIGURATION TRANSFERS

Taking and Triggering Datalogging

Instructions on starting, stopping, and automatically triggering data logs based on sensor inputs.

Managing ECU Configurations via SD Card

Downloading configurations to SD card and uploading calibrations to the Sniper EFI ECU.

LAPTOP SUPPORT AND SOFTWARE USAGE

Viewing Configurations with Sniper EFI Software

Using the Sniper EFI software to view and manage configuration files without a USB cable.

Viewing Datalog Files with Sniper Software

Opening and analyzing recorded datalog files using the Sniper EFI software.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTIC CODES

Sensor Verification and Status Interpretation

Verifying sensor readings and understanding diagnostic indicators for common issues.

Oxygen Sensor and General Sensor Status

Interpreting status messages for wideband O2 sensors and other general sensors.

Holley Sniper EFI Stealth 4500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product LineSniper EFI Stealth 4500
Throttle Body Size4500
Fuel DeliveryMulti-port
Fuel Pressure58.5 PSI
Self-TuningYes
CompatibilityUniversal
FuelGasoline
Throttle Body MaterialAluminum
ECU IncludedYes
MAP Sensor IncludedYes
MAP Sensor LocationInternal
Fuel Injectors IncludedYes
Fuel Rail MaterialAluminum
InstallationBolt-on
TypeElectronic Fuel Injection
Included ComponentsECU, wiring harness, sensors
ECU LocationIntegrated into throttle body
Injector Size100 lb/hr
Power OutputUp to 650 Horsepower
Control SystemSelf-Tuning ECU
Maximum Horsepower RatingUp to 650 HP (depending on setup)

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