Dakota Digital 3 operation manual Check ENG, Aux. I/O, Display Ribbon Cable

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CHECK ENG (-)

The check engine terminal is used with fuel injection ECM’s to display engine problems and trouble codes. The CHECK input is activated by a ground signal from the ECM. Whenever the check input is grounded, the system will display “ENGINE” on the message display. This message can be cleared by pressing and holding switch 2.

When the ECM is placed into diagnostic mode, trouble codes can be read by counting the flashes. Consult a service manual for the fuel injection system that you have for further information on trouble codes.

With some ECM’s, a 12 volt light bulb may need to be connected in addition to the CHECK input in order to provide proper current loading. In this case, both the bulb and our display system indicator would come on when the check engine wire is “active”.

AUX. I/O

This jack is used to connect future bus expansion modules (BIM). Do not attempt to plug in any other device to this jack or damage to the control box will occur. This connector should be left open, unless using a Dakota Digital product designed for it. Operation is discussed with BIM units purchased separately.

DISPLAY RIBBON CABLE

This is where the grey cable from the display system plugs into the control box. To connect the ribbon cable from the display system to the control box;

First open the two locking tabs on either side of the blue RIBBON CABLE connector.

Next align the red stripe in the ribbon cable with the “STRIPE” text on the control box.

Finally press the ribbon cable into the connector, press firmly to seat the connector.

The two locking tabs should “snap” into place securing the connector.

***Do NOT force the connector, if it is not inserting easily, check alignment of the red stripe on the ribbon cable with the indicator on the control box.

Locking tabs closed

Locking tabs OPEN

LOCKS

CLOSED

RED STRIPE

Align stripe

Ribbon cable connected

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Contents NOW with Solid State Sensor Technology SeriesTypical Display Setups Mounting Universal Display Systems with Subpanels Mounting Systems with Displays Mounted to AluminumMounting Single Lens Systems Complete Systems mounted in new bezel Mounting Kits Into Original DashesGauge System Features Description Message DisplaysControl BOX Mounting Wiring the control box into the vehicleTerminal Descriptions Status LEDGround DIM PowerTach WarnSPD OUT SPD +SPD SND SPDWTR SND SW 1 or Speed switchADJ SND ADJOIL WTROIL + OIL SNDWait + Fuel SNDFuel CruiseBrake Right +Check ENG AUX. I/ODisplay Ribbon Cable Setting up the control box Speed sensor setup Sender Speedometer SETUP/CALIBRATIONMAN 650066D Speed Output Output Tachometer SetupExit setup Done Engine cylinder setup T-CALTach signal setup Signal Volt SetupDisplay update setup Update Rpm warning setup WarnWater Temp Setup Temp sensor setup SenderTemp warning setup Warn Temp sensor test Test OIL Pressure SetupExit water temp setup Done Oil pressure warning setup WarnFuel Setup Exit oil pressure setup DoneOil pressure sensor test Test Fuel sensor setup Sender Performance Menu Setup Nighttime DIM SetupExit fuel setup Done BUS Interface Module Setup Odometer Preset MenuInformation Menu Troubleshooting Guide MAN 650066D MAN 650066D Clock Instructions For VFD systems with a clock built Troubleshooting guide Service and Repair