Buying From HP Tuners: What You Need to Know to Get Started

HP Tuners provides powerful tools that allow you to scan, log, and calibrate your vehicle for improved performance. Whether you’re looking to boost horsepower, enhance fuel efficiency, or fine-tune your vehicle’s performance, our products empower you to make it happen. This guide offers a brief overview of what HP Tuners has to offer and what you need to get started.

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Key Components of HP Tuners

MPVI3

• The MPVI3 replaces the MPVI2+ as the primary OBDII scanning and writing tool.
• Required by users or tuners to work with HP Tuners' software.
• Connects directly to your vehicle’s OBDII port and links to your PC via USB.
• A PC with an internet connection is required for setup and use.
  Learn more about MPVI3

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Licenses

• Licenses connect a specific vehicle to the HP Tuners system.
• A license is purchased using credits.

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Credits

• Universal Credits are used to purchase licenses and are compatible with all supported makes and models.
• Vehicles require between 2 to 6 credits (or more) for licensing, depending on the model.
• To check credit costs, visit our Supported Vehicle List.

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VCM Suite Software

VCM Scanner

• Reads and logs data from your vehicle.
• Often required by tuners before tuning or providing a custom tune.

VCM Editor

• Used to calibrate and write tuning files for your vehicle.
• Requires tuning knowledge; if you’re not familiar with tuning, seek assistance from a professional tuner.

VCM Scanner and VCM Editor are both included in the VCM Suite, an essential software package for all HP Tuners users.

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Additional Devices and Features

RTD (Remote Tune Device)

• Similar to the MPVI3 but not compatible with VCM Editor.
• Works through the TDN Network, allowing users to download tunes directly from their tuner and write them to their vehicle.

Pro Features and Pro Link

• Enables advanced sensors, such as accelerometers, and features like Bluetooth flashing.
• Includes Standalone Data Logging for custom start/stop triggers to capture specific data.
• Pro Link Cable is required to use Pro Features.

Dodge Smart Access Cable

• Required for all 2018 and newer Dodge, Jeep, RAM, and Chrysler vehicles.
• Also necessary for logging ZF8-HP2 transmissions.
  Learn more about the Dodge Smart Access Cable

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Getting Started

To start tuning your vehicle, purchase an MPVI3, Universal Credits, and any additional cables or services required for your specific vehicle.