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® WIRING DIAGRAMS AND TECH NOTES MSD believes that customer service does not end at just producing the best ignition components available, but helping the customer is also a number one priority. That is why we have assembled this MSD Ignition Wiring Diagrams and Tech Notes Book. This book is a collection of component installation procedures, applications and technical information. Wiring descriptions and troubleshooting procedures for most MSD products can be found within these pages.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Tech Tips 6 Coil Compatibility List .................................................................................. 6 Distributor Setup Tips ................................................................................ 13 Flying Magnet Crank Trigger Tips ........................................................
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TABLE OF CONTENTS MSD 10 Ignition Installation 64 Magnetic Pickup ...................................................................................... 66 Magnetic Pickup w/Timing Accessory .......................................................... 66 MSD DIS-2 & DIS-4 Ignition Installation 67 DIS-2 to 4-Cylinder Coil Pack ..............
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 COIL COMPATIBILITY LIST This chart lists the compatibility of various coils with MSD Ignition Controls. It is impossible to list every coil combination and it is recommended to check with the coil manufacturer before installation. #Indicates preferred coils for model indicated. YES - Coil is compatible with the model indicated.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 GENERAL INSTALLATION TIPS MOUNTING MSD Ignition Controls are designed to withstand underhood temperatures but should be mounted away from direct engine heat sources such as headers or manifolds. The ignition control can be mounted in most positions except upside down.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 SPARK PLUG WIRES AND SPARK PLUGS Spark Plug Wires Spark plug wires have two main objectives; transfer the spark energy to the plugs and suppress the Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) that the spark voltage projects.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 INSTALLING AN MSD 5, PN 5200, OR BLASTER IGNITION, PN 5900 The MSD 5 and Blaster Ignitions are inductive ignitions which enhance the spark of the vehicle’s stock ignition. The MSD 5 is a multiple spark ignition, while the Blaster is a single spark, long duration design.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 INSTALLING AN MSD 6A, 6T, 6AL OR 6BTM IGNITION CONTROL This section covers the installation of the MSD 6A, 6AL, 6BTM, 6T and the SCI Ignition Controls. These Ignition Controls feature capacitive discharge circuitry and multiple sparks.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD 6 SERIES TO POINTS/AMPLIFIER NOTE: On dual point setups, it is recommended to remove the trailing set of points. NOTE: Ballast Resistor is not necessary.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD 6 SERIES TO LATE MODEL DODGE WITH 2-PIN COIL MSD 6 SERIES TO JEEP WITH INTEGRATED COIL/MODULE ASSEMBLY MSD offers a Wiring Kit, PN 8813, that allows you to modify the original Jeep Ignition Module/Coil assembly. The drawing shows the installation with the coil already modified.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD DIGITAL-6 PLUS, PN 6520, AND DIGITAL-7 PLUS, PN 7520, IGNITIONS This section covers the MSD Digital-6 Plus and the Digital-7 Plus. These ignitions share the same wiring and functions. The main difference is that the Digital-7 Plus produces more spark energy and is intended for racing applications only.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 INSTALLING AN MSD 7AL-2 AND 7AL-3 IGNITION CONTROL This section covers the MSD 7AL-2 and 7AL-3 Ignition Controls. These ignitions share the same wiring to run the vehicle, but the 7AL-3 has several optional accessories that can be connected.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD 7 SERIES TO GM LARGE CAP HEI DISTRIBUTORS There are three different large cap HEI distributors. To indentify which of the following diagrams fit your specific application, remove the distributor cap and rotor and locate the ignition module at the base of the distributor.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD 7AL-2 WITH MODULE SELECTOR AND MULTIPLE RETARD MSD 7AL-3 WITH REV LIMITERS NOTE: The rev limiter activates when 12 Volts are supplied to the "Burnout" or "Launch" terminal.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 INSTALLING AN MSD PROGRAMMABLE DIGITAL-7 IGNITION CONTROL This section covers the basic wiring and accessories of the MSD Programmable Digital-7 Ignition, PN 7530. This is a powerful ignition with a list of programmable timing and rpm features. It can be programmed with a PC or with MSD’s hand held Programmer/Monitor.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 HAND HELD PROGRAMMER/MONITORS FOR MSD PROGRAMMABLE IGNITION For racers that do not use a PC to program their Programmable Digital Ignition Components, MSD offers two Programmer Monitors. These provide total programming control and feature an LCD monitor screen with push buttons for editing the programs.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD 8 SERIES IGNITION CONTROLS This section covers the MSD 8 Series Ignition Controls. The MSD 8, PN 7800, is a race only ignition system. The MSD Pro Power Coil, PN 8201 is the only coil recommended for the MSD 8 Ignitions. A current filter, PN 8830, is also recommended to help suppress EMI noise and voltage spikes.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 INSTALLING AN MSD DIS-2/DIS-4 IGNITION CONTROL This section covers the MSD DIS-2 and DIS-4 line of Ignition Controls. The DIS-2 Ignitions can be used on 4-cylinder engines equipped with two dual output coils. The DIS-4 Ignitions can be used on 4, 6 or 8-cylinder engines equipped with up to four dual output coils.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 SOFT TOUCH REV CONTROL PN 8728 WITH CHRYSLER MAGNETIC PICKUP Note: This Rev Control is not recommended for Chrysler Gold and Chrome Ignition boxes.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TWO AND THREE STEP MODULE SELECTORS The MSD Two Step, PN 8739, Three Step, PN 8737, and Launch Control, PN 8735, Module Selectors allow you to switch between two or three different rpm or retard modules. The different modules are activated when 12 volts are applied to the corresponding wire.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD LAUNCH CONTROL, PN 8735 The 2-pin connector of the Launch Control can only be installed one way to operate correctly. There is an LED on the control that will light when the connector is in the correct position. Bare Wire: Connects to ground. This ground acts as an EMI shield for the wiring of the control.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD RPM ACTIVATED SWITCHES This section covers the MSD RPM Activated Switch, PN 8950, and the Window Switch, PN 8956. The PN 8950 will activate a circuit at a desired rpm by supplying or removing ground. The PN 8956 Window Switch will activate a circuit by supplying ground, then will deactivate the same circuit at a different rpm.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD RELAYS, SINGLE POLE, PN 8961, DOUBLE POLE, PN 8960 MSD Relays will allow you to activate a variety of accessories that require high current. These are ideal to tie in with rpm activated switches such as nitrous or air shifter solenoids or even a horn or fuel pump.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH, SOLENOID AND PN 8961 RELAY RED 12 VOLTS RELAY PN 8961 86 30 85 NITROUS OR AIR SHIFT SOLENOID RED 87a YELLOW TM IGNITION RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH PN 8950 87 GRAY (NOT USED) WHITE TO MSD TACH TERMINAL OR COIL (-) TO GROUND BLACK TO GROUND AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION 1490 HENERY BRENNAN DR.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD SHIFT LIGHT, PN 8952 This section covers the MSD Shift Light, PN 8952. The Light will activate at a desired rpm which is controlled by MSD’s white RPM Modules. If no rpm module is installed in the Light, it will not turn on. The Light can be used with stock ignitions or with MSD Ignition Controls.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 SHIFT LIGHT PN 7552 The MSD Shift Light, PN 7552, features a bright LED that will alert you to shift at an rpm point. The Shift Light requires a 12 volt source (maximum of 18 volts) and ground. It is activated when a ground is supplied to complete the circuit. There is no polarity to the Light’s two Yellow wires.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 BOOST TIMING MASTER, PN 5462 The Universal Boost Timing Master, PN 5462, is a Timing Control and ignition enhancer in-one. It allows you to adjust the timing up to 15° as the boost pressure of the turbo or supercharger increases.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 UNIVERSAL BOOST TIMING MASTER TO FORD TFI ORIGINAL WIRE HARNESS DARK GREEN/ YELLOW RED/ LIGHT GREEN 1 2 0 3 DARK GREEN/ YELLOW WHITE BOOST RETARD GE ORAN RED (+) (-) COIL CONNECTOR TM IGNITION BOOST TIMING MASTER PART NO. 5462 AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION BLACK 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TIMING CONTROLS FOR MSD IGNITIONS MSD offers a variety of Timing Controls that must be used with an MSD Ignition. Each Control has different functions and options but they share common wiring. The Controls wire before the Ignition and always connect to the MSD through the Ignition’s White wire, or Points terminal.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 BOOST TIMING MASTER FOR MSD IGNITIONS, PN 8762 WITH VACUUM ADVANCE , PN 8962 The Boost Timing Masters are designed to be used with an MSD Ignition Control. They allow you to retard the timing in relation to boost pressure created by a turbo or supercharger. Timing adjustments can be made by the driver with a dash mounted control knob.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 ADJUSTABLE TIMING CONTROL, PN 8680 The PN 8680 Timing Control easily connects to an MSD Ignition. Timing adjustments can be made by the driver with a dash mounted control knob. The timing can be retarded up to 15°. When the control knob is at full clockwise position, the timing will be at the factory setting.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 3-STAGE RETARD, PN 8970, AND MULTI-STEP RETARD, PN 8972 The 3-Stage Retard, PN 8970, supercedes the Multi-Step Retard, PN 8972. They both are designed to provide up to three different retard rates that can be activated at different times. The three stages are cumulative up to 20° (6° on first stage, 4° second, 2° third means 12° total).
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 DIGITAL RETARD PN 8975 The Digital Retard Control, PN 8975, provides up to four different retard rates that can be activated at different times. The four stages are cumulative up to 20° (6° on first stage, 4° second, 3° third, 2° fourth produces 15° total).
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TIMING COMPUTER, PN 8980 The MSD Timing Computer has a built-in timing curve designed for engines with locked-out timing. It is an electronic version of a centrifugal advance. When the engine is cranking the timing retards 20° from the mechanical locked out timing and remains there until 1,000 rpm.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 PROGRAMMABLE TIMING CONTROL PN 8981 The MSD Programmable Timing Control allows you to program an advance curve for engines with locked-out timing. It is a programmable electronic version of a centrifugal advance. There is also an optional single stage of retard and 20° start retard.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TIMING COMPUTER, PN 8981 All adjustments of the Timing Computer are taken from your Mechanical, or total timing setting. The Mechanical timing is set by the position of the crank trigger or distributor. Before making any adjustments, be sure to have your mechanical timing set to your specifications.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 START/RETARD CONTROL, PN 8982 The MSD Start Retard Control provides a start retard and a single stage of retard. The start retard can be set for 10° or 25° during cranking. When the engine is cranked, the timing will retard until the engine reaches over 1,300 rpm. At this point it will return and stay at the set timing.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 VARI-CURVE CONTROL, PN 8983 The MSD Vari-Curve allows you to set an ignition curve for advance or to retard throughout the rpm range. The starting and ending rpm points of the curve are selected with rpm modules.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MULTI-FUNCTION IGNITION CONTROLLER, PN 8979, PN 8977 with BOOST RETARD The Multi-Function Ignition Controllers must be used with a single channel MSD Ignition Control such as a 6AL, 7AL-2, etc. The Controllers allow you to program and control a variety of timing and rpm options.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 Red Black Trigger Wires White Violet & Green (Magnetic Pickup Connector) Brown/White Cam Sync Lt Blue and Lt Green Fiber Optic Connection RPM Controls Yellow 2-Pin Plug Dark Blue Light Blue Orange/Yellow Retard Stages Pink Dark Brown Tan This wire is responsible for turning the MSD On and Off.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 PN 8977 AND PN 8979 FLOW CHART WITH HAND HELD MONITOR MENU TREE The following menu tree shows the different screens and programs of the Multi-Function Ignition Controls with the Hand Held Monitor. Menus Monitor List: 1 ScanTime 1Sec 2 CamSync NONE 3 Rpm 12500 4 RetSum 00.0 5 ShiftLt OFF 6 Gear 1 7 MaxCylDeg 0.0 8 Pressure12.50 9 BoostRet00.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD PROGRAMMABLE DIS-2, PN 6212 The Programmable DIS-2 Ignition Control is a programmable, high output ignition control designed for distributorless ignition systems.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 PN 6212 FLOW CHART WITH HAND HELD MONITOR MENU TREE The following menu tree shows the different screens and programs of the PN 6212 and Monitor. Monitor List: 1 ScanTime 1Sec 2 CamSync NONE 3 Rpm 12500 4 RetSum 00.0 5 LowBatt OK 6 ShiftLt OFF 7 Gear 1 8 RpmSw OFF 9 MaxCylDeg 0.0 10 Pressure 12.5 11 BoostRet 0.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 DIS-4 MULTI-CHANNEL PROGRAMMABLE BOOST CONTROLLER, PN 6562 WITH FUEL ADDER, PN 6563 The Multi-Channel Programmable Boost Controllers are designed to be used with the MSD DIS-4, PN 6215, or DIS-4HO, PN 62151, though it can also be used with MSD single channel ignitions (MSD 7AL-2).
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 PN 6563 AND PN 6562 FLOW CHART WITH HAND HELD MONITOR MENU TREE: The following menu tree shows the different screens of the Multi-Channel Programmable BTMs. Menus Monitor List: ScanTime 1Sec CamSync NONE Rpm 12500 RetSum 00.0 ShiftLt OFF Gear 1 MaxCylDeg 0.0 Fuel 0.0 (PN 6563 only) Pressure 12.75 BoostRet 0.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MARINE ENGINE PROTECTOR, PN 5468 The Marine Engine Protector is a universal rev limiter that can be used with inductive ignition controls. The rpm limit is adjusted with a potentiometer from 3,000 to 8,000 rpm. It can be used on 4, 6 and 8-cylinder automotive style engines. It cannot be used with an MSD Ignition.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TACHOMETER INFORMATION This section is designed to aid you in the installation of any aftermarket, or factory tachometer.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TACHOMETER INFORMATION Tachometer Trigger Wire This diagram shows a typical wiring schematic for aftermarket tachometers. These tachometers will usually have three wires and sometimes a fourth for a panel light. The tach trigger wire is the wire that originally went from the Tachometer to the Negative side of the coil.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TACHOMETER INFORMATION Note #3 GM Inline Filters Many General Motors Corporation vehicles have an in-line filter that should be bypassed when the factory tachometer drops back to zero as the engine RPM is increasing. The drawings at the right show what the filter might look like.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD TACH ADAPTER PN 8912 The PN 8912 is a dual channel adapter that will only be used with MSD line of DIS-2 or DIS-4 Ignition (the DIS-4 requires two). The Adapter has six wires that need to be connected and the DIS Ignition already have the matching connectors.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 MSD IGNITION TESTER TO MSD 7 SERIES IGNITION WITH TIMING CONTROL Note: The Obsoleted PN 8995 Tester will not work through the magnetic pickup of a timing control.
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www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 TROUBLESHOOTING MSD Spark Plug Wires If you suspect a spark plug wire to be open, or the cause for poor engine performance, the resistance of each wire can be checked. This will tell you two things: 1. That there is continuity (plug wire is not open). 2. That there is too much resistance in the wire.
www.msdignition.com email: msdtech@msdignition.com AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN, EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 HOW TO TEST AN MSD SERIES IGNITION CONTROL If for some reason you feel that you have a non-functioning MSD Ignition Control, this simple test can be performed to determine if the MSD Ignition Control is functioning properly. If triggering the MSD using the magnetic pickup connector (Violet and Green Wire) of the MSD: A. B. C. D.
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