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Installation Manual

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Engine: 4 Cylinder Sequential Fire

Safety Instructions: (Please read and understand these safety instructions thoroughly prior to use)
1. This kit is designed to be installed on a sequential fire 4 cylinder engine. SPDi kits are available for other engine types.
2. This kit should be installed by a knowledgeable, professional mechanic.
3. Prior to beginning installation, ensure that your vehicle is situated in a safe manner: a) place vehicle on a flat level
surface; b) turn the engine off and allow it to cool; c) remove the ignition key; d) automatic transmissions should be
placed in park, e) manual transmissions should be placed in gear or in neutral with the emergency brake engaged
4. It is recommended, but not essential, that the negative battery cable is disconnected during installation. Please consult
the vehicle owner's manual to determine if there are any issues related to the alarm system or vehicle computer systems
prior to disconnecting the battery.
5. SPDi should only be installed on engines in good operating condition. Engine defects should be corrected (repaired) prior
to SPDi installation. Check engine lights should be investigated and corrected.
6. Hazard: The SPDi module does not contain any user replaceable parts. Do not attempt to open, dismantle or modify the
SPDi module for any reason. An electrical shock risk exists even when the unit is not powered.
Notes:
1. Spark Plugs: It is highly recommended that new Spark Plugs are installed with SPDi.
2. Custom Tunes: Custom tuned engines will benefit from adjusting the air/fuel mixture and ignition timing to complement
SPDi technology.
3. Defects: If any defects are discovered with the SPDi system, immediately discontinue use and contact your SPDi dealer.
Parts Included:
1. SPDi Ignition Unit 2. Generic SPDi Unit Mount

3. Power Relay 4. ECU Interface Harness
5. SPDi Ignition Coil x 4 6. Ignition Wire Harness 7. M4 Bolt 20mm & Nut x 2 8. Zip Ties

9. M6 bolt 20mm x 2 10. M6 Nut x 2 11. M6 Washer x 2 12. Quick Splice
Connector x 5
Tools Required:
8 & 10mm socket
8 & 10mm wrench
Spark Plug Socket
Torque Wrench
Electric Drill
7/64 Drill Bit
Utility Knife
Pliers



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Installation Procedure:
1. Disconnect negative(-) battery terminal at the
beginning of the installation.

2. Disconnect and remove the stock ignition coils.














3.Remove the stock spark. We recommend a new
set of plugs for your SPDi Installation. Gap the
spark plugs to the following specifications
depending on your application.

0.023" [0.6mm] for natural aspirated engines
0.020" [0.5mm] for forced Induction engines

Then install the newly gaped sparkplugs and torque
to stock specifications.


4. Install the SPDi coils. Secure the coils with
appropriate hardware and adapters.













SPDi has coil holders and adapters available for a
range of applications, suited for different engine
makes and models. contact your dealer for more
information or see www.spdispark.com


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5. Install the SPDi unit onto the generic mounting
bracket with the 2 x 4mm bolts and nuts provided. If
your mounting position allows it, you may place the
relay on the bottom of the mounting bracket as
illustrated.











6. Place the assembled unit in your desired
mounting location to check for fit. Avoid any high
temperature locations in the engine bay. Once the
bracket location is determined, attach the provided
paper sticker with cross hairs, to mark the holes to
be drilled. Confirm this location with the SPDi
mounting bracket. Remove the mounting bracket
and drill 17/64" [7mm] holes at the cross hair
marked locations.

7. Install the SPDi mounting bracket with the
provided 6mm bolts nuts and washers.














8. Place the ECU Interface Harness as needed with
wire available to connect to the stock ignition
harness. Do not connect the ECU Interface Harness
to the SPDi unit yet. Connect the relay plug to the
relay under the SPDi mounting bracket. Route the
harness away from any moving parts or high
temperature areas. Secure as needed with zip ties
or appropriate hardware. Route the power and
ground to the battery terminals. [Do not connect the
battery connections]


9 A. Connect the SPDi ECU Interface Harness to the
stock ignition harness. [We recommend soldering the
connections for best performance and reliability] If
soldering is not possible, use the provided splice
connectors. [see 10 B for quick splice instructions]

Coil ECU Harness SPDi Harness
1 Coil 1 Signal Blue
2 Coil 2 Signal Orange
3 Coil 3 Signal Purple
4 Coil 4 Signal Yellow
Any Coil Power (+12v) Green

Connect A Coil Power wire to the SPDi ECU Interface
Harness Green Wire. This connection allows the
stock ignition to control the SPDi power relay.

9 B. Quick Splice instructions (skip if soldering)
a) Place the stock ignition wire into the quick
splice connector.
b) Place the associated SPDi wire into the quick
splice connector.
c) Using pliers compress the metal splice
connector to make the connection.
d) Fold the protective cover until it clicks shut.











10. Place the Ignition Wire Harnesses next. Try to
keep the Ignition Wire Harness length short as
possible for optimal performance. Route the harness
away from any moving parts or high temperature
areas. Secure as needed with zip ties or appropriate
hardware. Connect the harness to the SPDi Unit.
Connect to the coils plugs.

Notes:
a) Do not install SPDi without the relay
b) Do not install SPDi without the 10A inline fuse.
c) Do not install a fuse larger than 10A.

Failure to install the relay or the 10A fuse could
result in damage to the SPDi unit.



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11. Install the positive and negative SPDi power
cables to the battery terminals. At this point
reconnect the negative battery terminal if it was
removed.









12. Connect the SPDi ECU Interface Harness to the
SPDi unit.

13. Installation is now complete. The SPDi system
is ready for use with the provided spark profile.







SPDi Spark is Programmable:
The SPDi control unit is programmable. It is possible
to upgrade the firmware and modify the spark profiles.
Changes to SPDi programming can be made by your
SPDi dealer. You may also program SPDi yourself
with the SPDi Programming Kit available at
www.spdispark.com. This kit includes a programming
cable and user interface software.

For Further Information Contact:
www.spdispark.com
sales@spdispark.com
support@spdispark.com


Sphenic Technologies Inc.
4 Industrial Road, Unit 1
Kemptville, Ontario, Canada
K0G 1J0