Dakota Digital MCL-36K-SPD User's Manual
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1. When this wire receives 12 volts the gauge will dim to 50 intensity This wire can be connected to a toggle switch or to a Dakota Digital MCL 36K TCH the tachometer has a sensor that activates the dimming feature when ambient light is low The GREEN wire can provide a switch signal to allow other Dakota Digital MCL 3K gauges to be set up from the factory switch on the dash The GREEN wire will not be used if the speedometer is the only gauge being replaced Back View of Gauge The GREEN wire The BLUE wire can also can connect to connect to a Dakota other Dakota Digital Digital MCL 36K TCH MCL 3K or gauge blue wire The MCL 36K gauges to tachometer will allow the factory automatically dim the switch to be used speedometer when it for setup gets dark Switch Output active high 12V GREEN wire Dim Input active high 12V y BLUE wire Optional toggle switch 1 2V KEY ON POWER 2 MAN 650333 A FUNCTION SWITCH The factory speedometer push button switch is used as the main function switch The function switch allows access to all of the mileage and performance information Pressing and releasing the function switch toggles through the different displays Pressing and holding the switch for about 2 seconds will reset the current display The display sequence for the speedometer is as follows SPEED MENU odometer mileage trip meter mileage A trip meter mileage B miles since last service if programmed Rea speedometer w2. cl eee sl ec scl eet 3 ae bem areal ae eee 4 ot a a PS oe 4 4 5 5 s 5 Foe 5 5 6 6 6 Sha 5 Fit 6 7 1 7 1 seen M e es E 8 are ec May ese cr R Coc Ed eng FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS FOR SETUP MENUS Below is a list of factory gauge settings and what can be adjusted in the setup menus You can calibrate and adjust speedometer as often as you wish however it should only need to be set once The calibration will be correct for a stock bike but the speed can be adjusted to compensate for a change in tire size pulley size or transmission gearing Speedometer calibration 1 00 Unit MPH Service meter OFF Performance Menu ON Fuel selection OFF 3 MAN 650333 A SPEEDOMETER SETUP Main Menu Sub Menu Description SPd and release the switch so that SPa is displayed Press and hold the switch for about 3 seconds until d A9 Read diagnostic codes from engine or security modules AduuSk select adjust calibrate speed un lE select speed unit MPH or km h default MPH 5 SEr miles to service setting default off PErF enable disable performance readings default on FuEL select fuel sender type default off ada one time odometer preset only shown while odometer has less than 100 miles Press and hold the switch while turning the key on Release the switch The speedometer will show i Press is displayed Release the switch The MPH display will show SEt and
3. gauge LLL Unplug the factory speedometer Unscrew the clamp and remove gauge 1 MAN 650333 A FLTR ROAD GLIDE You will need to remove the speedometer and tachometer instrument bezel To do this remove two small screws on the left and right side of the bezel Lift up on the back of the bezel and slide the tab that is under the ignition switch out from under the switch cover see Photo A below Unplug the gauge connections and unplug the indicator lights so the bezel can be completely removed for easier installation of the new gauge Remove the clamp that holds the speedometer to the beceland remove the gauge and gasket ew FATS ig j ae 0 i 120 8 0s k A D CA Photo A Bezel removed E Gauges Grommets removed IMPORTANT NOTE SAVE ALL CLAMPS GASKETS and SCREWS FROM THE STEPS ABOVE AS THEY WILL BE USED TO SECURE THE NEW DAKOTA DIGITAL GAUGE Next you are ready to install the new gauge into the fairing Install the gauge and secure using the original hardware that was removed clamp gasket and screws Be sure the alignment tab on the clamp lines up with the notches in the fairing Some fairings may only have one notch line up at least one tab on the clamp with the notch in the fairing this will ensure the gauges are centered and aligned correctly WIRING plug in connections Plug the original speed connector directly into the new gauge The BLUE wire on the small two wire plug controls the dimming circuit
4. the speedometer read higher Press and release the switch to change the selection press and hold the switch until is displayed to continue on Release the switch The display will show EL 1 00 or whatever the current calibration ratio is Press and release the switch to change the adjustment ratio Press and hold the switch until is displayed to save the currently displayed ratio un le MPH km h Selection Press and release the switch until un I is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed Release the switch The display will switch to un it and light up the current speed unit MPH or km h Press and release the switch until the desired setting is displayed Press and hold the switch until is displayed to the setting 5 5Et Miles to Next Service setup The service mileage is a countdown mile meter The service mile display can be disabled or can be set to count down from 500 7500 miles If the service mile is enabled and it gets to 0 miles it will display S dUE each time the key is turned on If the push button switch is pressed and held while 5 is displayed the service miles will be reset Press and release the switch until S SEL is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed Release the switch The current setting will be displayed oFF or a mileage from 500 7500 in increments of 500 Press and release
5. WWW DAKOTADIGITAL COM MCL 36K SPD Thank you for purchasing the Dakota Digital MCL 36K SPD gauge for your Harley Davidson Touring bike This kit is designed to be a direct plug in replacement for all touring models from 2004 2011 This is part of a six gauge package for touring models so you can add additional gauges as you choose IMPORTANT NOTE This gauge has an odometer preset option that is only available for the first 100 miles 160km of operation See preset odometer for instructions INSTALLATION First read and familiarize yourself with all of the components and this manual The first step is to remove the seat and disconnect the negative side of the battery as with any electronic install Once the battery is disconnected you are ready to start Remove the outer fairing this will vary from model to model so please follow the service manual to expose the wiring and gauges Don t be alarmed by the amount of wires behind the fairing this is a direct plug in gauge and these detailed instructions will guide you through it Road Glide with outer fairing removed Street Glide with outer fairing removed REMOVAL OF FACTORY GAUGE ULTRA FLHT amp FLHX STREET GLIDE batwing fairings Unplug the speedometer Remove the screws securing the clamp that holds the gauge in place and pull it out through the front of the fairing Save the screws gasket and clamp to be reused when you install the new Dakota Digital
6. Warranty DAKOTA DIGITAL warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this product that should it under normal use and condition be proven defective in material or workmanship within 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE such defect s will be repaired or replaced at Dakota Digital s option This warranty does not cover nor extend to damage to the vehicle s systems and does not cover removal or reinstallation of the product This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Company has been damaged through alteration improper installation mishandling misuse neglect or accident This Warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties or liabilities Any implied warranties including any implied warranty of merchantability shall be limited to the duration of this written warranty Any action for breach of any warranty hereunder including any implied warranty of merchantability must be brought within a period of 24 months from date of original purchase No person or representative is authorized to assume for Dakota Digital any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product 4510 W 61st St North Phone 605 332 6513 pe Sioux Falls SD 57107 Fax 605 339 4106 www dakotadigital com dakotasupport dakotadigital com Copyright 2011 Dakota Digital Inc 6 MAN 650333 A
7. ill show km h or MPH if metric PERFORMANCE MENU on speedometer when enabled j high speed recall gt ma E ma co co W c c o oon ood E E E 0 00 0 0 60 mph time J 00 0 0 100kph eo 00 0 quarter mile time eo 6d quarter mile speed t O00 cylinder head temp from ECM run switch must be on The 0 60 and mile timers are zeroed by pressing and holding the switch while that timer is displayed The timer will not restart until the speed reaches zero and you start driving again GAUGE SETUP AND CALIBRATION The function switch discussed above is used to enter setup mode for all of the gauges If you are only installing one or a couple Dakota Digital MCL 3K gauges then setup may seem a little strange since they are designed to work as aset The first step in the setup procedure is to select which gauge you are going to adjust Each gauge will either show a number or a label If the gauge is showing a label then that gauge will be selected to enter setup All of the other gauges will exit setup and allow the selected gauge to be changed To get into setup press and hold the function switch while turning the key on Press and release the switch to advance through the menus below when on the desired option press and hold the switch to select setup for that particular gauge function Speed __ Tach Oil PSI Oil Temp Fuel Volt 1 ae CL es clear era Renate teed era Pl SPd et ste eet
8. k that the appropriate indicator wire has about 0 volts not work when the indicator should be off and about 12 volts when the indicator should be on Engine indicator does No data from ECM Check engine trouble codes not work ECM performance tune Stock service tools look for all stock gauges Unplug MCL 3006 and reprogram ECM MCL 3006 can be or reprogramming fails plugged back in as soon as reprogramming is complete SERVICE AND REPAIR DAKOTA DIGITAL offers complete service and repair of its product line In addition technical consultation is available to help you work through any questions or problems you may be having installing one of our products Please read through the Troubleshooting Guide There you will find the solution to most problems Should you ever need to send the unit back for repairs please call our technical support line 605 332 6513 to request a Return Merchandise Authorization number Package the product in a good quality box along with plenty of packing material Ship the product by UPS or insured Parcel Post Be sure to include the RMA number on the package and include a complete description of the problem with RMA number your full name and address street address preferred and a telephone number where you can be reached during the day Any returns for warranty work must include a copy of the dated sales receipt from your place of purchase Send no money We will bill you after repair Dakota Digital 24 Month
9. ot light up Orange wire does not have power Connect to a location that has power Black wire is not getting a good ground Connect ground to a different location Gauge is damaged Return gauge for repair see instructions Gauge lights up but speed No data from ECM Check engine trouble codes will only show zero Speed sensor not grounded properly Move ground to different location preferable close to the speedometer ground Sensor is not sending a speed signal Check for a damaged or malfunctioning speed sensor Speed reading is erratic or Speed sensor wire is loose or broken Check all wire connections and inspect wire for breaks jumps around Poor ground connection Check ground connection on speedometer and sensor Ignition Interference Check for tachometer wires routed with VSS signal wires Check for VSS signal wires routed near ignition coils Check for poor ignition system ground Use suppression spark plug wires Speed reading is incorrect _ Gauge is not calibrated correctly Gauge must be calibrated see instructions Gauge will not dim Blue wire 2 wire harness is not connected Check wiring connections Blue wire should have 12 volts correctly when tachometer is dim Gauge remains dim at all Blue wire 2 wire harness is getting power all Check wiring connections Blue wire should have 0 volts times all of the time when tachometer is bright Security indicator does Loose or incorrect connection to indicator wire Chec
10. setting odol Odometer preset The odometer can be preset by the customer within the first 100 miles Once the odometer has more than 100 miles the menu option will no longer be displayed Make sure you have correctly selected the units to be either MPH or km h first The odometer will be set in the selected units Once you have preset the miles you cannot change it again WARNING This only allows setting odometer to the nearest mile Do not use tenths For example a mileage of 65432 1 should be set to 965432 using this method If the tenths digit is used the odometer will read 10 times too high e Press and release the switch until odar is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed e The current miles will be displayed with the left most digit flashing e Press and release the switch to increment the digit Press and hold the switch to move to the next digit to the right e Continue until the right most digit has been set Press and hold the switch and the speed display will show no e Press and hold the switch while no is displayed to go back and continue changing the odometer display Turn the key off to cancel any changes e Press and release the switch to change to speed display to 4E5 Press and hold the switch while YES is displayed to save the current odometer reading 5 MAN 650333 A Speedometer Troubleshooting guide Problem Possible cause Solution Gauge will n
11. the odometer display will show d A5 Press and release the switch to move through the different soeedometer setup menus press and hold the switch to select a menu option d IR9 Diagnostics mode for checking clearing trouble codes Press and release the switch until d 1A9 is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed Release the switch The display will show Eng In SECur E AbS or donE Press and release the switch to change the selection press and hold the switch until is displayed to begin reading the stored codes for the particular system Release the switch The display will show the current codes nan or na 5P Press and release the switch to move to the next stored code After all codes are displayed the module part number will be scrolled across the screen To clear codes press and hold the switch when end is displayed Consult a service manual for trouble code descriptions AdJUSE Speed Calibration The speedometer is calibrated by the engine computer but the soeedometer reading can be adjusted through the gauge The adjustment is set a value from 0 75 75 1 25 125 with 1 00 being no change Press and release the switch until AdUuSt is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed Release the switch The display will show 5L obu or FASEEr Slow will make the speedometer read lower faster will make
12. the switch until the desired setting is displayed Press and hold the switch until is displayed to save the setting 4 MAN 650333 A Speedometer Setup Continued PErF Performance Menu setup The performance readings can be turned on or off When they are turned off the odometer will only toggle through the mileage readings e Press and release the switch until PE F is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed e Release the switch The current setting will be displayed on or oFF e Press and release the switch until the desired setting is displayed e Press and hold the switch until is displayed to save the setting FuEL Fuel sender selection DEFAULT OFF This setting should be set to oF F this may be used for future accessories The options are to select the typed of fuel sender so the fuel information can be introduced to the data bus This menu is not really important but is here in case future accessories require it You should not harm anything if the settings are incorrect but OFF is the default setting at this point e Press and release the switch until FuEL is displayed then press and hold the switch until is displayed e Release the switch The current setting will be displayed oFF 10 or 33 e Press and release the switch until the desired setting is displayed e Press and hold the switch until is displayed to save the
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