Davis Instruments 8126GD/HD Installation Guide
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1. Magnet Mount CAUTION The speed sensor magnet is extremely strong and will de magnetize ATM cards and credit cards and may also affect sensitive electronic eguipment DriveRight HD Magnet The DriveRight HD speed sensor magnet includes the following components See Supplement for DriveRight HD on page 20 Loo O Stainless Steel Cable Tie Stainless Steel Magnet Mount Magnet Neoprene Rubber Strip Additional Documentation Refer to the following documents for additional information on configuring and using your DriveRight m m The User s Guide included with your DriveRight The DriveRight Fleet Management Software FMS or Vehicle Management Software VMS on line help The DriveRight FMS or VMS User s Manual provided in an Adobe Acrobat PDF file in the DriveRight software program directory Tools and Materials Needed DriveRight installation may reguire some or all of the following tools and materials Please review the installation instructions and make sure you have all necessary tools before proceeding with the installation Note Additional tools may be reguired depending on your specific installation m 0 0 0000008000 O Drill and drill bits 7 64 or 2 5mm pilot hole for 6 self tapping screws 3 16 or 5mm pilot hole for 1 4 self tapping screws 5 16 or 8mm clearance hole 1 4 bolts Multimeter and or test light Hacksaw Adj2. Split Flexible Tubing 10 Procedure 2 Install the Harness Cable Connect 12VDC Power and Ground Leads DriveRight reguires an unswitched 12 VDC power source Note The wire used for power and ground connections should be 22 18AWG or have the same diameter as the red 12V wire with fuseholder 1 Locate an unswitched 12 VDC power source J Make a direct connection in the fusebox recommended either using an extra accessory slot in the fuse box or using a fuse tap connector not supplied A Or use the supplied in line splice connectors to tap into a known circuit that does not involve safety related eguipment such as headlights tail lights air bag etc Possible candidate wires include those from the cigarette lighter dome light glove compartment light clock tail gate light or other convenience functions 2 Tapared wire from the fuse holder to the unswitched 12 VDC source you located in Step 1 Use the in line splice provided with your DriveRight or use a fuse tap connector not included appropriate for your vehicle CAUTION Do not install the fuse into the fuse holder until instructed to do so In Line Splice N 12V Trim off flush from Vehicle stripped wire N Red 12V Wire with Fuseholder 3 Locate or make a vehicle chassis ground connection for the harness cable You can make one by inserting a spade terminal under the head of a screw threaded into the vehicle chassis Be sure to test the conne
3. 18 Sensor Wire Continuity Test 19 Supplement for DriveRight HD 20 Install the Speed Sensor Magnet eee 20 Technical Suppohrrreeeeeeeeeee 22 FCC Part 15 Class B Registration Warning This eguipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the eguipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modification not expressly approved in writing by Davis Instruments may void the warr
4. DriveRight General Duty amp Heavy Duty Installation Manual DAVIS product 8156GD 8156HD CONTENTS IFO ACTION njaa Sud Hae MAT Sean Ra Sakain det se sin Beene eed Seales Bd Haim Sin ete 1 COMPONONIS es sek eee a Pkt kee pe AES a Ton d toa OTE sta E aaleen 1 Additional Documentation 3 Tools and Materials Needed 3 Planning Your Installation 4 How DriveRight Works n 4 Installation Overview teens 4 Do It Yourself si uieii sn ek 4 Planning Considerations sn n 4 Wiring Diagrami oes aai e uee aeaa kantana a aa taka Tee nen BESEDE jaa aanta es 5 Installing DriveRight i eso reran ooo cece aa a E 6 Procedure 1 Install the Speed Sensor 6 Procedure 2 Install the Harness Cable 11 Procedure 3 Install the Adapter Cable 12 Procedure 4 Install the DriveRight Console 13 Procedure 5 Finish the Installation 15 Toubleshootigggggg 17 Installation Checklist sol 17 Answers to Common Questions
5. in place Wires should be routed at least 12 30cm away from sparkplug wires the coil and the alternator Loops coils and folds should be avoided in order to avoid creating unwanted interference that might result in erroneous readings Unswitched 12V from your vehicle is connected to the red wire of the harness cable 1 Fuse must be installed and unbroken A In line splices and or crimp connectors must be properly crimped 1 BAT does not appear on display when ignition is off and console is operating and plugged into harness cable Ground connection from your vehicle is connected to the black wire from the sensor A In line splice and spade terminal must be properly crimped J Screw head fastening the spade terminal must make contact to the vehicle s metal chassis Sensor installation is completed as directed J Sensor and magnet location on driveshaft or inboard CV joint as directed O Magnet mount with magnet in place cinched tight and free to rotate O Magnet mount aligned with sensor tip and passing within 3 8 1 2 10 13 mm Sensor tip protruding 3 4 19 mm beyond the sensor mounting bracket Sensor bracket properly reinforced by support bracket against vibration All fasteners properly installed and screwed down tight O O O No portion of sensor installation protruding below other nearby components under the vehicle Console is installed and tested as directed d Batte
6. Angle Adapter Bracket Double Sided Foam Tape 4 strips Velcro Tape 4 pair Hardware y 6 x 1 2 Pan Head i i i Self Tapping Screws 3 1 4 20 x 3 4 Hex Head W 7 7 7 Machine Screws 5 N 6 32 x 1 2 Flat Head OEeeEeee Sn Machine Screws 3 E 1 4 Split Lock Washers 5 W AN 6 x 1 2 Flat Head Self Tapping Screws 3 1 4 Flat Washers 5 Ti 12 ie Wraps n r 1 4 20 Nuts 5 1 2 Brass Hex Nuts 2 eee e e S 3 8 Flat Washer 6 Split Lock Washers 6 14 x 3 4 6 Flat Washers 6 Self Tapping Screws 3 8 Internal Tooth Lock Washer 4 Note DriveRight hardware components include extra pieces not required for installation Harness and Adapter Cables Digital Input Adapter Cable eB Black Ground Wire Blue Wire 2 with Fuseholder 22 AWG 22AWG Red 12V Wire with Fuseholder 22 AWG SP RE CCEE E oS Spade Terminal Sets Insulated Male Disconnects tn 25A Slo Blo 48 10 Studs 1 4 Studs 18 22AWG mn 3 5 5mm 6 mm AARADDPPc G GGG BGN Butt Splices 8 26 22AWG or 24 20AWG T Tap Disconnects In Line Splice 5 Blue Red 3 14 16AWG 18 22AWG Speed Sensor J e Sensor Mounting Bracket 1 with DriveRight GD 2 with DriveRight HD Speed Sensor Reed Switch oo with Leads 2000 0006855 Sensor Support Bracket S DriveRight GD Magnet E 19 gt Magnet O Large Tie Wraps 2
7. acket is shown below along with an example of a bracket assembled the wrong way The Correct Way to Assemble the The Wrong Way Sensor Mounting Bra Sensor Mounting Bracket Support Bracket Speed Sensor Reed Switch Mounting Bracket gt Mount the Sensor Rear Wheel Drive On rear wheel drive vehicles the sensor is mounted on the chassis or floor pan adjacent to the magnet CAUTION Determine what s behind the sensor bracket mounting surface before you install the bracket so you won t accidentally penetrate fuel lines brake lines vacuum lines control cables or electrical wiring 1 Choose the mounting location for the sensor mounting bracket and support bracket Make sure the support bracket is reinforcing the sensor mounting bracket against vibration 2 Adjust the bracket assembly for the proper gap between the reed switch tip and the magnet 3 Adjust the magnet mounting position so that the magnet passes opposite the tip of the sensor 4 Cinch magnet mount tie wrap tight against drive shaft 5 Check the alignment of the magnet mount with end of sensor by spinning tires if possible Mount the Sensor Front Wheel Drive On front wheel drive vehicles the sensor is mounted on the engine transaxle assembly adjacent to the magnet CAUTION Determine what s behind the sensor bracket mounting surface before you install the bracket so you won t accidentally penetrate fuel lines brake lines vacuum lines contr
8. agnet in its mount then slide the large tie wrap through the magnet mount to keep the magnet in place as shown below 3 Loosely cinch the large tie wrap around the drive shaft with the magnet mount oriented as shown Note Keep the tie wrap slightly loose so you can adjust the position after installing the reed switch Install the Magnet Front Wheel Drive For a front wheel drive vehicle the magnet is mounted on the left or right side in board CV joint hub The sensor is mounted adjacent to the magnet on the engine transaxle assembly Note Ifyou are installing a DriveRight HD see the special magnet mounting instructions in the Supplement for DriveRight HD on page 20 1 Select a mounting location on the left or right side in board constant velocity CV joint hub Front Wheel Drive Mounting Positions 1 Choose the in board CV joint hub you want to use by looking at potential mounting locations seeing how you can route the wires into vehicle cabin and determining how you will make the connections 1 Mounting the sensor mounting bracket and support bracket on the transaxle engine assembly LJ The gap between the magnet mount and sensor must be 3 8 1 2 10 13mm There should be a clearance zone of at least 3 4 19mm above the drive shaft where the magnet is mounted 3 4 19 mm Minimum N i lt 3 4 19 mm f iin Clearance 3 8 1 2 10 13 mm Gap 2 Place the magnet in its mo
9. anty and void the user s authority to operate this eguipment O Davis Instruments Corp 1997 2003 All rights reserved DriveRight General Duty amp Heavy Duty Installation Manual Rev D November 7 2003 Product 8156GD amp 8156HD Document Part Number 07395 043 Information in this document subject to change without notice This product complies with the essential protection reguirements of the EC EMC Directive 89 336 EC DriveRight is a registered trademark of Davis Instruments Corp Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation VELCRO is a trademark of Velcro Industries Manchester NH INTRODUCTION This manual provides installation instructions for the DriveRight 600 GD General Duty 48156GD and DriveRight 600 HD Heavy Duty 8756HD Since the specific installation details vary guite a bit from one vehicle to another these instructions are intended to be a general guide for professional installers or for knowledgeable and experienced mechanics We strongly recommend that you read the entire manual before beginning the installation Be sure you understand each procedure thoroughly before starting that procedure Components Your DriveRight should come with all of the components shown below Make sure you have all necessary components before proceeding with the installation Console amp Mounting Brackets m v Battery CR123 3V Lithium J Visor Clip Cd j Mounting Bracket I P PD A BA PA lt 2 Right
10. ction with a multimeter before connecting the ground wire 4 Butt splice the black ground wire from the harness cable to the black ground wire included with your DriveRight 5 Crimp a spade terminal included with the unit to the O Veni NT other end of the Ground KS black wire Refer L Crimp Tool to the illustration Spade 22 18 AWG Position Terminal O red dot 6 Connectthe spade 5 terminal to the N vehicle chassis 3 16 1 4 Black Ground Wire 5 6 mm 22 AWG ground 11 Connect Power Ground and Sensor Leads Note Make sure the wiring harness extends to the DriveRight console mounting location when making the following connections 1 Strip the white sensor wire and the white harness cable wire 3 16 1 4 5 6 mm then connect the wires using a butt splice 2 Strip the red 12 VDC tap wire and the red harness cable wire 3 16 1 4 5 6 mm then connect the wires using a butt splice 3 Strip the black chassis ground tap wire and the black harness cable wire 3 16 1 4 5 6 mm then connect the wires using a butt splice 4 Install the fuse into the fuse holder in the red 12 VDC wire 5 Useasmalltie wrap to secure and protect the connections under the dash CAUTION If the connections are on the driver s side make sure the wires can not become entangled in the vehicle pedals or driver s feet Procedure 3 Install the Adapter Cable Two digital inputs located on the adapt
11. d the console you may see the tamper time screen instead If so press MODE once to display the last correct code screen Figure 1 Last Correct Code Screen Connect the Console 1 With the ignition off connect the adapter cable to the console cable 2 It is easiest to make the connection by first holding the adapter cable by the connector housing and holding the console cable by the cable itself next to the sliding connector housing 15 3 Then push the two connectors together The connector housing on the console cable slides back when you make the connection allowing the cables to lock together To Connect Cables Hold as Shown Here Adapter Cable Note To disconnect the cables hold the both cables by the connector housing and pull apart The sliding housing on the console cable connector will release the lock and allow the cables to be separated Sliding Connector Console Cable Housing 4 When the two cables are connected the BAT should disappear indicating that the unit is drawing power from the vehicle s battery A dot may appear to the right of where BAT was This dot will be used to verify the magnet placement in the next step Test the Speed Sensor Note The DriveRight comes with sample data pre programmed into the log so you can use all of the unit s features immediately As you use the unit this data will automatically be over written by new data Note The DriveRight must be calib
12. e of the harness cable as it enters the butt connectors and Pin 2 Probe between the black wire of the harness cable as it enters the butt connectors and Pin 3 The multimeter or continuity tester should indicate a short If so the harness cable is unbroken Check the butt connectors carefully for loose connections by probing across the butt splice for the white wires and then across the butt splice for the black wires The multimeter or continuity tester should indicate a short If so the butt con nectors are properly crimped If not tighten crimps or replace crimps two extra butt connectors were provided with your DriveRight Check the sensor wires for nicks or other signs of damage remove and replace suspect sections use 22 AWG UL1015 105C wire with 22 18 AWG insulated red butt connectors available at your local hardware store 19 SUPPLEMENT FOR DRIVERIGHT HD Install the Speed Sensor Magnet Use these instructions to install the speed sensor magnet using a stainless steel cable tie The stainless steel cable tie provides a more secure magnet mount for trucks or cars driven on unpaved roads or in other harsh environments Stainless Steel Cable Tie Instructions Note Once the end of the cable tie is inserted into the clasp it cannot be removed Do this only when you 15 38mm are ready 0 25 6 mm 1 Measure the neoprene rubber strip Wrap it TO around the driveshaft at the location where the magnet is to be
13. eRight Installation INSTALLING DRIVERIGHT CAUTION Always use safety stands when working under a raised vehicle Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack Procedure 1 Install the Speed Sensor The speed sensor used by the DriveRight GD and HD consists of a magnet mounted on the driveshaft or CV joint hub and a reed switch 1 Mount the magnet on the vehicle s driveshaft or CV joint hub 2 Assemble the reed switch bracket 3 Install the reed switch 4 Route the sensor leads into the vehicle Install the Magnet Rear Wheel Drive For a rear wheel drive vehicle the magnet mounts on the driveshaft close to the transmission The sensor mounts adjacent to the magnet Rear Wheel Drive on the vehicle s chassis or floor Installation pan Note Ifyou are installing a DriveRight HD see the special magnet mounting instructions in the Supplement for DriveRight HD on page 20 1 Select a mounting location on the drive shaft within 12 inches 30cm of the universal joint to account for vehicle suspension v7 Drive Shaft movement while driving Rear Wheel Drive Mounting Positions LI The mounting location should provide a clearance zone around the driveshaft of at least 3 4 19mm and a 3 8 1 2 10 13 mm gap between the magnet and reed switch 3 4 19 mm Minimum Extension 3 4 19 mm Minimum Clearance W 3 8 1 2 10 13 mm Gap 2 Place the m
14. er Bracket Mounting Bracket Flat Head Machine Screw Bracket Mounting Velcro Mounting Instructions for Using Velcro 1 Apply the two adhesive backed Velcro loop tapes to the flats on the back of the console or to the back of the bracket 2 Attach the hook tapes to the loop tapes then press adhesive backing of the hook tape onto your selected mounting surface Note Donotseparate the Velcro for at least 24 hours after applying Sun Visor Mounting Use the visor clip to mount your console on a visor or door pocket 1 Install the clip on the top or bottom of the console to orient the console as you wish 2 Push the clip in until the 3rd bump engages l Visor Clip 3 Bumps to hold clip 14 Procedure 5 Finish the Installation Use the following steps to finish the installation CAUTION It is not necessary to enter a code in order to perform this test DO NOT ENTER A CODE UNTIL YOU READ THE USER S MANUAL Install the Battery 1 Insert the battery into the DriveRight console as shown below The screen you should see is the current readings screen The word BAT should appear in the lower left corner indicating that the unit is operating on battery power CURRENT g 1000 DISTANCE ACCEL fn MILES n O OU Indicates Unit Running on Battery Power 2 Press and hold MODE for 3 5 seconds until the last correct code screen appears If you have already use
15. er cable are available to monitor the on off state of lights including brake lights or of other 12 VDC electrical accessories Typically Digital Input 1 is connected to the brake lights and Digital Input 2 is connected to the headlights In the DriveRight software Digital Input 1 is recorded in the GPS table and in the accident logs Digital Input 2 is only recorded in the GPS table J You can record the digital input status during a trip by enabling GPS in DriveRight FMS even if you aren t using the optional GPS module J The adapter cable is required for DriveRight 600 even if you do not use the digital inputs CAUTION Connecting the digital inputs can be hazardous to both the installer and your vehicle s 12 electrical system if not done by an experienced installer This manual assumes you are aware of the inherent dangers of working in and around a vehicle and have a working understanding of electricity 1 If you are not using the digital inputs go to Step 7 of this procedure 2 Use anin line splice to connect the red 12 VDC wire from the adapter cable to the red 12 VDC wire in the harness cable Be sure the tap is protected by the harness cable fuse Refer to the Wiring Diagram on page 5 lt In Line Splice Red 12VDC Trim off flush Harness Cable Wire stripped wire Red NN Adapter Cable Wire 3 Connect the black ground wire from the adapter cable to chassis ground 4 Use in line butt splices to c
16. ine the mounting locations for the speed sensor magnet and reed switch and how to route the sensor wires into the vehicle Procedure 1 Often you can route the sensor wires through an existing feedthrough in the firewall LJ Decide where to install the harness cable and where to connect the power and ground leads Procedure 2 Find a location inside the vehicle where you can bring together the harness cable leads the power and ground tap wires the adapter cable leads and the sensor cable leads The location should allow the adapter cable to reach the DriveRight console LJ Determine where to connect the digital input leads if used Digital input 1 is typically used to monitor brake lights and digital input 2 is used to monitor headlights Procedure 3 Wiring Diagram D g mm mm DriveRight 600 f Display a Adapter Cable Bs ires Butt with F Splices In Line Digital Red Green 2 Fuses Inputs D p ml Yellow 5 Black Ground Harness Cable White Red In Line r N Butt Splices 3 Splice KA o In Line Unswitched Black Splice 12V N Ground Spade Terminal Vehicle Drive Shaft or CV Joint Hub Sensor Support Bracket Sensor Magnet Assembly Typical Driv
17. ire Continuity Test on page 19 Screen goes blank when attached to harness cable The console is going into sleep mode This only happens when the unit is running on battery power Inspect your wiring See Steps 1 to 5 in the Instal lation Checklist on page 17 8 9 Knocking sounds are coming from under the vehicle The magnet is hitting the vehicle or mounting bracket while rotating Inspect the sensor installation and reinstall as needed See Procedure 1 Install the Speed Sensor on page 6 Current Readings are zero but everything appears properly installed You may have loose or poor connections and or a broken wire inside of wire insulation Use the Sensor Wire Continuity Test on page 19 to locate prob lem wiring Tighten crimps and or replace wire Sensor Wire Continuity Test 1 2 3 5 6 Unplug harness cable Use an multimeter or continuity tester to probe Pins 2 and 3 on the harness connector e Pin 1 Unswitched 12V e Pin 2 Sensor Signal e Pin 3 Ground e Pin 4 Unused Pin 4 Unused Pin 3 Ground Ime 2 O Pin 2 Sensor Signal Pin Unswitched 12V Position of Pins on Harness Connector Roll vehicle forward Multimeter or continuity tester should indicate a short each time the magnet passes the sensor tip If so the sensor is operating properly If no short is indicated check the wiring carefully for breaks or loose connections Probe between the white wir
18. mounted Cut the rubber strip Neoprene squarely so that a 1 5 gap is left between the Rubber Strip ends This gap is where the magnet will be placed 2 Install the magnet into the holder and slide the stainless steel cable tie into the holder securing the magnet inside Note the orientation of the clasp to the holder Magnet CS Stainless Steel Cable tie Soro Magnet Holder 3 Place the neoprene rubber strip around the driveshaft and loosely wrap the stainless steel cable tie over the rubber strip Cable Tie Clasp K Stainless Steel Cable Tie Driveshaft or Axle Magnet Neoprene Holder Rubber Strip 4 Position the magnet holder in the 1 5 gap the magnet holder should rest directly on the shaft 5 Insert the end of the stainless steel cable tie into the clasp and slowly tighten 6 Position the clasp 180 from the magnet on the shaft When everything is properly in position tighten the cable tie by hand 7 Proceed to the tightening instructions for your tension tool 20 Tighten Using the Tension Tool The Tension Tool 1896 operates like a screw driver and is best used for single installations 1 Trim the stainless steel cable tie using cutters or tin snips so that 2 remains protruding from the clasp 2 Insert the end of the stainless steel cable tie into the slot at the end of the tightening tool Grip the tool by the handle and hold the magnet in place Slowly twist the tool t
19. o further tighten the cable tie Rotate the tool so that the tool tip goes down toward the clasp and under the remaining tie 3 When the desired amount of tension has been reached and the magnet is secure slide the tool out of the center of the coil Flatten the rolled coil against the shaft Screwdriver Type Tightening Tool Cross Section of Cable Tie After Tensioning Tighten Using the Deluxe Tension Tool The Deluxe Tension Tool 8195 incorporates a ratchet mechanism for extra efficiency This tool should be used if you are performing multiple installations 1 Slide the Deluxe Tension Tool over the stainless steel cable tie as shown Squeeze the handle to apply tension 2 Ifthe handle is all the way closed and more tension is needed release the handle and slide the tool towards the clasp 3 Repeat Step 2 until the desired tension has been reached 4 To cut off the end of the cable tie hold tension in the tool and twist the tool either clockwise or counterclockwise Deluxe Tension Tool 21 TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you are experiencing problems with your DriveRight first check the cable connections and verify the calibration settings If you are unable to solve the problem please call Davis Technical Support We ll be glad to help Most guestions can be answered on the phone You can also email us for support or visit our website Sorry we are unable to accept collect calls Note Please do not retu
20. ol cables or electrical wiring 1 Choose mounting locations for the sensor mounting bracket and support bracket Make sure the support bracket reinforces the sensor mounting bracket against vibration 2 Adjust the bracket assembly for the proper gap between the reed switch tip and the magnet 3 Adjust the magnet mounting position so that the magnet passes opposite the tip of the sensor 4 Cinch tie wrap tight against CV joint hub 5 Check the alignment of the magnet mount with end of sensor by spinning tires if possible Sensor Wire Routing Guidelines Route the sensor wires into your vehicle using the following guidelines 53 Use the split flexible tubing to protect the sensor wires from the sensor mounting bracket up to where they enter the vehicle cabin The tubing can be cut into pieces and used to protect the wires from sharp points and edges or where the leads are tie wrapped to the underbody Also use the tubing where the wires are particularly exposed LI Use the small tie wraps to hold the leads against the underbody of your vehicle A If a vehicle wire bundle is readily accessible route the sensor leads along this wire bundle 1 The sensor leads should be routed at least 12 30 cm away from sparkplug wires the coil and the alternator 1 Loops coils and folds should be avoided in order to avoid creating unwanted interference that might result in erroneous readings Use flexible tubing to protect wiring
21. on page 17 Speed is zero when driving It is possible that you simply have not calibrated the DriveRight see the User s Guide for instructions If your speed remains zero the sensor may not be close enough to or properly aligned to the magnet mount Inspect sensor installation with vehicle resting on its wheels Check positions of sen sor tip and magnet mount If not aligned see Step 6 in the Installation Checklist on page 17 If sensor appears aligned properly and speed remains zero perform the Sensor Wire Continuity Test on page 19 Speed reading is intermittent while driving at constant speeds The sensor mounting bracket may be interfering with the magnetic field MAKE SURE THE SENSOR END PROTRUDES 3 4 19 mm FROM THE SENSOR MOUNTING BRACKET Otherwise there may be too much movement in the driveshaft or in board CV joint causing the magnet mount to be too far from the sensor tip on occa sion or the connections may be loose To fix this problem inspect sensor installation with the vehicle resting on its wheels Check positions of sensor tip and magnet mount If not aligned see Step 6 in the Installation Checklist on page 17 J Move sensor and magnet mount closer to universal joint on rear wheel drive vehicles J Check vertical alignment of sensor bracket if bracket is mounted on the vehicle chassis consider mounting bracket to engine LI If the brackets are properly installed perform the Sensor W
22. onnect the blue wires with fuses to the green and yellow digital input cables 5 Connect digital input 1 to the desired circuit typically the brake light circuit 6 Connect digital input 2 to the desired circuit typically the headlight circuit 7 Connect the adapter cable to the harness cable Q It is easiest to make the connection if you hold the harness cable connector by the connector housing and hold the adapter cable by the cable next to the connector J Push the two connectors together The connector housing on the adapter cable slides back when you make the connection allowing the cables to lock together To Connect Cables Hold as Shown Here Sliding Harness Cable Connector Adapter Cable Housing Note Todisconnect the cables hold the both cables by the housing and pull apart The sliding housing on the adapter cable connector will release the lock and allow the cables to be separated Procedure 4 Install the DriveRight Console The DriveRight console can be mounted in a number of places including the top of the dash on the face of the dash or on a sun visor Face of Dashboard Mounting Options Double Sided Foam Tape OR Mounting Bracket Mounting Bracket Flat Head Self Tapping Screw 2x 13 Top of Dashboard Mounting Options Pan Head Self Tapping Screw Split Lock Washer Flat Washer at R yt Hex Nut N Split Lock Washer Sn Flat Washer Right Angle Adapt
23. rated before it will display the correct speed Look in the DriveRight 600 User s Guide for calibration instructions 1 Roll the car forward slowly so the driveshaft or CV joint hub complete at least one complete revolution You should perform this test while the vehicle is on the ground and not on the stand 2 As the vehicle suspension takes up the weight of the vehicle the driveshaft and CV joint hub move The sensor must be properly aligned with the magnet in this normal condition 3 The dot should appear and then disappear each time the magnet passes the sensor If the dot does not flash as described consult the Troubleshooting section v AM MODAY sw 10 00 D Dot Position at Bottom of Screen Dot Flashes to Verify Sensor and Magnet Position 4 Road test the DriveRight by driving around and observing the readings You will need two people for this test one to drive and the other to operate and read the DriveRight 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Installation Checklist Use the following list to check a professional DriveRight installation or to help spot potential problems in an installation 1 2 3 5 6 7 White sensor wire is connected to the white wire of the harness cable Crimp connector must be properly crimped Black sensor wire is connected to the black wire of the harness cable Crimp connector must be properly crimped Sensor leads should be protected with split tubing and tie wrapped
24. rn items for repair without prior authorization dA 510 732 7814 Monday through Friday 7 00 a m to 5 30 p m Pacific Time 510 670 0589 Fax to Technical Support support davisnet com E mail to Technical Support info davisnet com E mail to Davis Instruments O O O www davisnet com Product documentation is available on the DriveRight Support section of our website Watch for FAQs and other updates Warranty amp Repair Information One Year Limited Warranty We warrant our products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the period of one year from the date of original purchase While we make every effort to carefully manufacture our products to the highest standards of quality occasionally parts may be found to be missing defective or damaged If you have a defective part return the product to us shipping charges pre paid Include proof of purchase and a written explanation of the trouble During the warranty period we will at our option either repair or replace the product free of charge This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation or use negligence accident or unauthorized service or to incidental or consequential damages beyond the Davis products themselves Implied warranties are limited in duration to the life of this limited warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of inciden
25. ry is installed BAT is indicated on screen prior to connecting to harness cable J BAT disappears when console is plugged into harness cable with ignition off J DOT appears and disappears if wheels are rotated or vehicle moves very slowly forward 17 Answers to Common Ouestions 18 1 2 3 5 6 7 BAT stays on when console is connected to harness cable The wire connections to the harness cable are probably not correct Inspect your wiring See Steps 1 to 5 in the Installation Checklist on page 17 BAT comes on when ignition is turned off and console is plugged into harness cable The DriveRight console is connected to switched 12V instead of unswitched 12V Connect to unswitched 12V See Connect 12VDC Power and Ground Leads on page 11 BAT appears when console is connected to harness cable but flashes off when dot appears See Step 4 on page 16 for a description of the dot The black and white wires from the sensor are connected backwards to the black and white wires of the harness cable or the ground connection to the vehicle s chassis is spliced to the white sensor wire Inspect your wiring See Steps 1 to 5 in the Installation Checklist on page 17 Dot does not appear when console is plugged into the harness cable and wheels are rotated BAT is off The sensor installation may be incorrect See Step 6 in the Installation Checklist
26. t to the adapter cable 7 Test the installation 8 Calibrate the DriveRight speed readings Refer to the DriveRight User s Guide for instructions Do It Yourself Davis Instruments strongly recommends that DriveRight be installed by ASE Automotive Service Excellence certified technicians or professional automotive mechanics Improper installation may damage your vehicle and possibly cause accidents or injuries If your DriveRight is installed by a professional use the Installation Checklist on page 17 to check the installation CAUTION Installing DriveRight can be hazardous to both the installer and to the vehicle electrical system This manual assumes you are aware of the inherent dangers of working in and around a vehicle and have a working understanding of electricity If you are uneasy about installing DriveRight please have a qualified professional do the installation Davis specifically disclaims any liability for injury or loss resulting from the installation or use of DriveRight Planning Considerations Before you begin please review the planning considerations listed below and think through your installation A little planning beforehand will save you time frustration and parts J Determine the DriveRight console mounting location Procedure 4 Knowing the console mounting location will help you decide where to con nect and route the harness cable the digital inputs and the sensor leads J Determ
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28. unt then slide the large tie wrap through the magnet mount to keep the magnet in place as shown below i In Board Tie W n PCW Joint Hub y es Magnet Mount Ga 3 Loosely cinch the large tie wrap around the CV joint with the magnet mount oriented as shown Note Keep the tie wrap slightly loose so you can adjust the magnet position after installing the reed switch Note Do not overlap the CV joint boot with tie wrap Note Do not mount the bracket on the vehicle chassis because of engine torque Note Do not use fluid retaining bolts to retain the brackets Bracket Assembly Guidelines Refer to these guidelines when you mount the speed sensor The illustration on the following page shows a typical bracket assembly Due to the variations in individual vehicles adapt the bracket as necessary to fit your particular vehicle and to maintain the required gap between the speed sensor and the magnet 1 The end of the reed switch must extend 3 4 19mm beyond the mounting bracket 1 The bracket must not protrude below other parts on the vehicle underbody 1 The support bracket is reinforcing the mounting bracket against vibration The bracket shown below provides a rigid mount for the speed sensor e 9 j Speed Sensor p Reed Switch S At low speeds excessive vehicle vibrations can cause erroneous readings if the sensor mounting bracket doesn t provide adeguate support A correctly assem bled br
29. ustable wrenches Vise Metal forming tools Metal forming tools Crimp tools Wire cutter Wire stripper Various screwdrivers Pliers DriveRight Heavy Duty installation also requires one of the following tension tools available from Davis Instruments or an equivalent tension tool See Supplement for DriveRight HD on page 20 m m Tension Tool for stainless steel cable tie 8196 Deluxe Tension Tool for stainless steel cable tie 8195 PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION How DriveRight Works DriveRight GD and HD use a a reed switch and rotating magnet to sense vehicle speed The speed sensor mounts on the driveshaft for rear wheel drive vehicles or on one of the in board CV joint hubs for front wheel drive vehicles Each time the magnet passes the reed switch the speed sensor sends a signal to console The console uses this signal to calculate vehicle speed distance traveled and the rates of acceleration and deceleration Installation Overview The list below and the wiring diagram on the next page provide an overview of DriveRight GD and HD installation 1 Mount the speed sensor underneath the vehicle 2 Run the sensor leads under the vehicle and into the vehicle cabin 3 Connect the harness cable power ground and speed sensor leads 4 Connect the harness cable to the adapter cable 5 Connect the adapter cable power ground and digital input leads 6 Mount the DriveRight display on or near the dashboard and connect i
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