Before You Begin
- Make sure you need an update by checking your Tuner Version. Click HERE for more info.
- Read and understand all instructions
- You do not need to “return to stock” prior to updating your tuner
Tools Required:
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Update Instructions
Click each step for detailed instructions.
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1. Remove the SD card from your tuner



See images above for SD Card location on your tuner. Card is removed by pressing in gently on card, then slowly releasing it.
2. Plug the SD card into SD card adapter


Insert the SD card into the supplied USB adapter (You can use any other adapter if you lost your H&S SD adapter)
3. Plug the adapter into your computer

Plug adapter into any open USB port on your computer. It may take a moment for your computer to recognize this device, be patient.
- IMPORTANT: If Windows recommends scanning or fixing errors on card you MUST select NO or CANCEL.
Choose NO or Cancel if you are asked to Auto-Play, Open, View, or Format.
4. Download the H&S Update program
- Download the program: www.hsperformance.com/updates/HSUpdater.exe
- Choose “Save” or “Save File”
- If you are asked where you would like to save the file, select Desktop
- After the download is complete a window may appear saying “Download Complete”
- NOTE: if your virus software prevents you from downloading the software, please click here to download a ZIP version.
ZIP Instructions
5. Run the H&S Update program
- Double click HSUpdater located on your desktop. If you did not choose the option to save to your desktop, then HSUpdater may be located in “My Downloads”
- If you are asked if you would like to run this program, Choose Run
- Wait until the program identifies your tuner.
- (Optional) If you have erased or formatted your SD card, or you are using a new SD card, You must select your Tuner and your Card from the drop down menu. Make sure that “Full SD” is selected in the Vehicle box.
NOTE: If you have erased, formatted, or are using a new SD card, it must be formatted to FAT or FAT16.
- Select your vehicle from the “Vehicle” selection box. Note: If “Full SD” is selected in the Vehicle box, the program will update all vehicles. This is required if you formatted your SD or you are using a new SD.
- (Optional) If your vehicle has custom tuning options, you may select one now. If you do not select custom tuning options, the program will load the default tuning.
- (Optional) If your vehicle has custom transmission options, you may select one now. If you do not select custom transmission options, the program will load the default transmission tuning.
- Click the “Update” Button, and wait for the update to complete. Depending on your internet connection this may take from 5 – 45 minutes. Do not unplug SD card during update.
6. Remove the SD card
- Remove adapter from USB port.
- Remove SD Card from adapter.
7. Insert the SD card into your tuner
8. Update the Firmare on your tuner
- Power up tuner by turning key to RUN position. DO NOT START ENGINE.
NOTE: For Black Maxx and Mini Maxx users, you may have to flip the switch on the OBD port adapter in order for tuner to power up


Press “Menu”
NOTE: XRT Pro users will already be in the “Menu” and will not need to select “Menu”


Arrow down and select “Update Firmware”

Tuner will ask if you would like to load the file now. Select Yes. Tuner will go dark for a moment, then reboot. DO NOT UNPLUG TUNER OR CYCLE KEY until it has rebooted and returned to the main menu
9. Update the Tuning on your truck

Press “Menu”
NOTE: XRT Pro users will already be in the “Menu” and will not need to select “Menu”

Select “Install Download”



1. Verify vehicle type and select “Yes”. 2. You must read and agree to our disclaimer to proceed further. 3. Turn key to the RUN position and select “Continue”

Select “Change Tuning” or “Change Settings” (wording may vary slightly) NOTE: This step will be skipped if this is your first time installing the tuner, or you have previously returned to stock.
- Follow all on-screen instructions until download is complete
If you are having problems with the Automatic Updater or need to manually update click
here