A’PEX POWER-FC User manual

POWER-FC
APEX FULL COMPUTER UNIT
Instruction Manual
Please note:
This product is meant for the following vehicles
Application Chart●
P r o d u c t Vehicle Type Engine Type Notes
Code
414-H001 EJ8, DC2 D16Y8, B18C1 1996-98 M/T
Civic EX, Integra GS-R
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Thank you for purchasing this unit.
Please read this manual to ensure proper use of this product.
Also, be sure to keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
Be sure to include this instruction manual when transferring
ownership of this product.
Product Name POWER-FC
（１）Product Code Below Table
（１）V e h i c l e Below Table
THIS PRODUCT SHOULD HAVE BEEN PURCHASED FROM AN
OFFICIAL APEX POWER EXCEL SHOP. ALTHOUGH A BASE
PROGRAM HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO START A FACTOR
Y
ENGINE, PROGRAMMING FROM AN OFFICIAL APEX POWE
R
EXCEL SHOP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PRODUCT TO WOR
K
PROPERLY ON YOUR APPLICATION. THIS IS NOT A PLUG
AND PLAY UNIT AND DOES REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL
TUNING TO PROPERLY OPERATE YOUR ENGINE.
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Table of Contents■
…………………………………Safety Precautions 1■
……………………………………………………………………●Glossary 1
………………………………………………………………………●Display 1
………………………………………………………………………Warning 2
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Caution 3
………………………………………………To Begin 4■
…………………………Part Name and Function 5■
……………………………………………………………………●Parts List 5
…………………………………………………………………●Control Unit 6
………………………………………………Installation 7■
……………………………………………………………………●Installation 7
…………………………………………………………………●ECU Location 8
…………………………Before Starting the Engine 9■
………………………………………………●Before starting the engine... 9
……………………………………………………●WhentheIgnitionisON 9
…………………………………………Before Driving 10■
………………………………………………………●Self Learning at Idle 10
…………………………………………When Driving 11■
……………●If the Check Engine lamp lights or flashes during driving 11
…………………………………………●If a fuel cut occurs while driving 11
…………………………………………Optional Parts 12■
………………………………In Case of Malfunction 13
………………………………………About this Product 13
……………………………………About the Warranty 13
………………………………………Manual Information 13
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Safety Precautions
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Please be sure to read the Safety Precautions
Please keep this manual in a readily accessible location for future reference
Signal Words and their Meanings●
We have included warnings throughout this manual to protect both the user and others from
harm and injury.
These key words are called "Signal Words"
Please carefully read the cautions before reading the rest of this manual.
Explanation of Signal Words●
Failure to obey this warning will likely result in DEATH or severe
injury to the user and third parties.
Failure to obey this warning may cause DEATH or severe injury to the
user and third parties.
Failure to obey this warning will likely result in injury to the user,
product damage, or damage to the surrounding area.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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Safety Precautions■>
CAUTION
Never install this product on a
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vehicle that is not listed in this manual
We do not guarantee product operation on
non-listed vehicle applications. Failure to
follow instructions may cause unexpected
accidents.
Discontinue use of this product
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immediately if there is smoke or a burning
odor.
Failure to do so may result in engine or
vehicle fire. Please take the unit back to the
store of purchase for further assistance.
Only use this product for the
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intended purposes listed within this
manual.
A'PEX is not responsible for any harm or
accidents caused by the improper use of this
product.
Use only high octane gasoline with
●
this product.
This product has been designed for use
with high octane fuels. Lower octane fuels
may cause serious detonation and damage
to the engine.
This product is designed for use with
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Apex is not responsible forstock vehicles.
any malfunction, damage, or accidents
caused by the use of this product on a
modified vehicle.
No warranty claim will be honored if the
unit has been installed on a modified vehicle.
Never handle this unit while driving.
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Failure to do so may result in injury or
accident
Securely mount this unit away from
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anyareathatmayaffectdriving.
Failure to do so may result in injury or
accident.
Be sure to disconnect the negative
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terminal of the battery before proceeding
with installation.
Faiulure to do so may result in vehicle fire,
electrical shortage, electrical system damage,
and product damage.
Be sure to securely hold the
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connector when disconnecting.
Failuretodosomayresultinelectrical
shortage and damage to the unit or
harnesses.
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Safety Precautions (cont'd)■
CAUTION
Always connect the wiring EXACTLY
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as shown in the instruction manaul.
Failure to do so may result in product failure
and engine damage.
Do not adjust the unit while driving.
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Obey all of the rules and regulations of
the highway while driving
Failuretodosomayresultinaccidents.
WARNING
Installation should only be performed
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by an experienced installer.
Installation requires experience and skill. To
the installer: Please install the product in a
professional and functionally correct manner.
Never disassmble, modify, or tamper
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with this unit.
Failure to do so may lead to electrical fire,
vehicle fire, and engine damage.
Do not drop or expose this unit to
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excessive shock.
This may damage the unit and cause
damage to the engine.
Keep this unit away from direct
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sunlight, high temperatures, and water.
Failuretodosomaycauseproductfailure
eventually leading to electrical fire, vehicle
fire, and engine damage.
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To Begin■
Thank you for purchasing the Power FC fuel management computer.
Please read these instructions to ensure proper product usage.
The Power FC is an engine management control system developed by Apex Co. LTD.
By purchasing the FC Commander or Boost Control Kit, the user can change the factory
settings as desired.
●（）Table 1 Application Code POWER FC
P r o d u c t Vehicle Type Engine Type Notes
Code
414-H001 EJ8, DC2 D16Y8, B18C1 1996-98 M/T
Civic EX, Integra GS-R
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Features
Allows full potential of engine to be released using the Apex fuel management system①
Passes stringent quality control tests②
FC Commander (sold separately) allows user to change various parameters when desired③
FC Commander (sold separately) allows user to monitor various parameters of the engine④
Caution
Be sure that the POWER FC is meant for the vehicle listed above.●
Do not use this product with any other vehicle than the one listed above.●
No claims for any accidents, damage, or malfunction will be honored if the POWER FC is
POWER-FC
Product Name
（１）
Product Code Above Table
（１）V e h i c l e Above Table
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Part Names and
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Parts List●
POWER-FC Warranty Card１． ２．
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Instruction Manual Double Sided Tape３． ４．
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CAUTION
Be sure to check the contents of the box BEFORE attempting installation. Please contact●
our office if there is any missing or broken parts. (Please contact your dealer of purchase
for more information)
Please contact your dealer of purchase for more instruction manuals or misc. parts.●
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Part Names and Function■>
Product●
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Ideal Setting Data①
The data preprogrammed into the POWER FC is a result of hard engine dyno testing and is
meant to maintain the power and torque levels of the factory engine. However units should
be tuned by a professional tuner and require initial setting modification BEFORE use on
engines with ANY modifications.
High resolution MAP②
The POWER FC utilizes a high resolution 20 x 20 maps for maximum flexibility
Warning Function③
The engine check lamp will illuminate a warning when: the injectors are at maximum
capacity, detonation occurs, or when the pressure sensor is at maximum capacity.
To check for burnt out bulbs, the engine check lamp will illuminate for 2 seconds when the・
ignition key is turned ON.
The lamp will illuminate when the pressure sensor is at maximum capacity・
During detonantion, the lamp will flash 3 times in 0.1 second intervals・
The lamp will flash for 0.5 seconds when the injectors are at maximum capacity・
Data Modification④
The separately sold FC Commander allows the fuel and ignition maps to be changed easily
Memory Function⑤
The POWER FC does not need an external power source to retain data. The data will
remain in the memory even without the vehicle battery. The FC COMMANDER (separately
sold) will allow the user to initialize all of the data to factory settings if desired.
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Installation
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Installation●
Remove the negative terminal (-) of the battery
①
advice!
Disconnecting the negative terminal of the battery may erase memory settings of car audio,
and navigation components. Please be sure to write down the settings before disconnecting
the battery.
Find the appropriate ECU (Electronic Control Unit) wiring location
②
advice!
Please refer to the vehicle specific ECU location diagram for more information.
Disconnect the vehicle harness going into the ECU
③
advice!
Be sure to pull on the coupler and never pull on the wires.
Reconnect the vehicle harness to the coupler on the POWER FC
④
Mount the POWER FC in a location that does not interfere with
⑤
driving using the double sided tape.
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Installation (cont'd)
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Be sure that the harness is securely connected to the POWER FC
⑥
Connect the negative terminal (-) of the battery
⑦
ECU Location●
Warning
Do not perform installation while the battery is connected●
Caution
Apex is not responsible for any data lost due to disconnecting the battery●
It is the responsibility of the installer to note all data before disconnecting the power
Be sure to mount the POWER FC in a location that does not interfere with driving●
Failure to do so may lead to severe accidents
Do not route the vehicle harness near any moving parts●
Failure to do so may result in cut wires, electrical shorts, and severe damage to the engine
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Before starting the engine
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Before starting the engine, please confirm the●
following points:
Has the vehicle harness been properly installed?
・
Is there any excessive strain on the vehicle harness?
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Has the POWER FC been securely mounted?
・
Has the negative terminal of the battery been properly reconnected?
・
Does the vehicle have high octane fuel in the fuel tank?
・
When the Igniton is ON...●
Please check the following points when the Ignition is ON.
Does the POWER FC emit any unusual sound or odor?・
If there is any unusual odor or noise coming from the unit, please discontinue use
immediately and kindly repack ALL the contents of this unit and return the unit to the dealer
of purchase.
Is the engine check lamp ON?・
The POWER-FCuses a self diagnostic system to determine if the pressure sensor, intake
temp sensor, throttle position sensor, and water temp sensor are functioning properly.The
engine check lamp will illuminate if any of these sensors are malfunctioning.
TheseparatelysoldFCCOMMANDERwillalsoallowtheusertoviewthisstatus.
Please replace any malfunctioning parts before operation.
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Before Driving...
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Please perform the following procedures before driving.
The POWER-FC performs the same fundamental operations as the factory ECU but also
incorporates an engine idle correction feature. This self learning function is designed to stabilize
rough idling vehicles.
Driving the vehicle without allowing the POWER FC to perform the initial self learning idle
adjustment may lead to engine stalls and rough idle and is extremely dangerous.Always allow
the POWER FC to perform the self learning idle adjustment procedure below.
Self Learning Idle Adjustment●
Please follow the steps below
Please start the engine①
advice!
Be sure to read the "Before starting the engine" section first.
Leave the vehicle at idle with the engine running for 10 minutes②
without the A/C (air conditioner)
advice!
Engine idle will stabilize within a few minutes.
During idle, turn the rear defroster ON and let the vehicle sit for 10③
minutes.
advice!
The idle may be rough when the rear defroster is turned ON, but will restabilize within a few
minutes.
During idle, turn the air conditioner ON and let the vehicle sit for 10③
minutes.
advice!
The idle may be rough when the air conditioner is turned ON, but will restabilize within a few
minutes.
This concludes the Self Learning Idle Adjustment
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When Driving
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Be sure that all of the operations above have been completed BEFORE driving the vehicle.
If the engine check lamp illuminates at startup...●
When lit...①
If lit, there is a possibility that either the map sensor, throttle position sensor, intake air temp・
sensor, or water temp sensor is damaged.Turn the engine OFF immediately and have your
local Power Excel shop inspect the vehicle.
When flashing...②
If flashing in 0.1second intervals for 3 times,・
thevehiclemaybedetonating
Detonation causes severe damage to the engine
Release the accelerator pedal immediately if detonation occurs.
If flashing for 0.5 second intervals,・
the injectors may be at maximum capacity.
If the injectors are at maximum capacity the injectors may not be able to deliver the required
amount of fuel to the engine. Increase the fuel pressure or change to larger injectors.
Advice!!
Changing the fuel pressure or injector size will require use of the FC COMMANDER
(separately sold) to make fuel enrichment adjustments.
If a fuel cut occurs while driving...●
Fuel cut caused by the Rev Limiter・
This fuel cut will occur when the engine RPM's exceed the Rev Limit setting
Fuel cut caused by the Boost Limiter・
This fuel cut will occur when the boost exceeds the boost setting by 0.25kg/cm^2. The boost
setting is adjustable with the FC Commander.
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When Driving...(cont'd)
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■Optional Parts
The POWER FC is compatible with the following optional parts
■（：）FC-COMMANDER Part # 415-H001
By connecting the FC COMMANDER to the POWER FC, a professional
tuner can monitor a variety of engine parameters as well as modify the fuel
and ignition maps at will.
P a r t Part Name Function Retail
Number
415-H001 FC COMMANDER Data Modification, Engine Monitoring $350.00
415-A003 Boost Control Kit TBA
Boost control + 2.0 kg/cm^2 MAP sensor
CAUTION
Be sure to perform the Self Learning Idle Adjustment●
Failuretodosomayproduceroughidleorcausetheenginetostall.
The POWER FCis meant for use with high octane fuel only●
Failure to do so may result in detonaion and engine damage.
If the vehicle detonates while driving, be sure to re-tune the●
settings in the POWER FC to match the vehicle
The POWER FC does not perform automatic ignition retard under detonantion. Continued
driving under detonation WILL damage the engine.
Be sure to obey all of the rules and regulations of the highway●
CAUTION
Optional parts and prices are subject to change without prior notification
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In Case of Malfunction
Optional parts and prices are subject to change without prior notification●
This manual is subject to change without prior notification●
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This product has been originally designed for Japan use only.
All warranties are invalid outside of Japan unless otherwise specified
Product Specifications
Operating voltage DC6 16V●～
●℃～℃Operating temp -30 +80
About the Warranty
There is no warranty either expressed nor implied outside of Japan unless otherwise
specified by an APEX sales office.
Manual Information
No. Print Date Manual # ver Notes
1 7507-0150-00 init
2 7507-0150-01 2
Contact Information
APEX Integration Inc.
330 W Taft Ave
Orange, CA. 92865
tel:[phone]
fax:[phone]
CAUTION
In case of malfunction, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself.
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This may lead to electrical shorts and cause severe engine damage.
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WARNING
If there is any unusual odor or noise coming from the unit, please discontinue
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use immediately and kindly repack ALL the contents of this unit and return
the unit to the dealer of purchase.
Failure to do so may result in engine fire and electrical shorts.
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