ATS Co-Pilot User manual

Installation Manual v3.0:
2004-2005 Dodge Cummins
Please read all instructions before the installation of the ATS Co-Pilot
Thank you for purchasing the ATS Co-Pilot Torque converter/exhaust brake controller. This
manual is to assist you with your installation and operation of the unit. If you are installing the
unit for a customer, please pass this manual on to your customer for future reference.
Understanding the ATS Five Star Co-Pilot
The ATS Co-Pilot transmission controller is recommended for use with light duty pickup trucks
when a heavy-duty aftermarket transmission and torque converter package have been installed on
vehicle. While the Co-Pilot will still function perfectly on a stock transmission, factory
transmission shafts are weak and prone to breakage. The factory torque converter clutch will also
fail if applied under high load conditions. Factory computers are programmed to disengage
lockup under certain conditions which will protect the transmissions internal components under
higher load. This is why we recommend having a heavy-duty aftermarket transmission installed
in your vehicle to prevent transmission failure. ATS Diesel Performance sells many parts for all
levels of trucks that will strengthen your transmission and improve reliability, whether you have
a stock daily driver or a fully built race truck! Give us a call today if you feel the need to get a
fully rebuilt transmission for your truck, or if you just want to strengthen your current
transmission with a few upgraded parts. Our experts can help answer any questions you have and
guide you in the right direction.

Co-Pilot Adjustment
The control panel on the face of the ATS Co-Pilot allows the driver to adjust the lockup of the
transmission. Keep in mind that the Co-Pilot will only lock the torque converter when enough
boost is reached. This keeps the engine from bogging down due to excessively early converter
clutch lockup that is commanded by many factory transmission control modules. The
adjustments allow you to trim the converter clutch lockup based on MPH. To raise the vehicle
speed at which the transmission locks up, you press the up arrow button. To decrease lockup
speed, press the down arrow button. When the torque converter is locked, the Co-Pilot will
display a green light to indicating that the converter has locked up. Due to the protection the Co-
Pilot provides and the engine load sensing of the Co-Pilot, it is not possible to command Lock-up
at too-low engine speeds or low torque levels. This unique feature ensures the engine will never
bog or run at a low engine RPM, thusly causing lugging when the engine does not have boost. At
the other end of the spectrum, during high power output when the engine is running at full load,
the Co-Pilot will keep the torque converter clutch engaged, allowing full torque to be transferred
through the torque converter clutch to the transmission input shaft. The factory often disengages
the torque converter clutch during these high torque conditions to reduce the load exerted on the
factory transmission shafts. This is the primary reason we do not recommend installing a Co-
Pilot transmission controller on a stock torque converter or transmission.
The ATS Co-Pilot will need to be set up for your vehicle and application. The Co-Pilot will
need to be disassembled to access the dip switches on the electronic board. You will need a
1/16th - inch hex (Allen wrench) to remove the face from the Co-Pilot. After the face has been
removed the electronic board can be slid out of the casing from the front. The digital face is

attached to the circuit board with a ribbon cable; do not force the board from the case. There are
four (4) switches on the circuit board; the switches allow the user to select the features desired.
The settings are listed below. When reinstalling the face on the Co-Pilot do not over tighten the
2 small screws on the face or faceplate damage will result.

Dip switch selection:
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Switch #1
If your Dodge’s transmission has a stock valve body flip #1 switch to ON position
If your Dodge’s transmission has an ATS valve body flip #1 switch to OFF position
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Switch #2
Automatically cancels OD from a stop, only cancels after ignition has cycled, cancels at speed
above 3mph.
IMPORTANT: If the white wire of the Copilot harness is not connected, then switch #2
must be set to the “ON” position. With the wire connected the options below are available.
If you want automatic OD cancel from a stop flip #2 switch ON
If you do not want automatic OD cancel from a stop flip #2 switch OFF
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Switch #3
Speed setting
On=low speed cut out (deceleration only) This setting is designed to be used with an exhaust brake.
Off=Hi speed cut out (deceleration only)
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Switch #4
Set this switch to the ON position
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We have preset the Co-Pilot module #1-ON, #2-ON, #3-OFF, #4-ON

Co-Pilot Mounting Location
Find a convenient location to mount the Co-Pilot within reach and view of the driver. We
recommend locating the unit just to the right of the driver on the lower dash panel (above the
driver’s right knee). Use the supplied Velcro to secure it to the dash. Before sticking the Velcro
to the dash thoroughly clean the area with a cleaner such as acetone or brake clean. Run the Co-
Pilot wires to be wired up to the PCM (Power-train control module) and the transmission through
the firewall.

Wiring the Co-Pilot
The Co-Pilot has several connections that need to be made in order for it to function properly.
There are several wires which are optional but still included to give the Co-Pilot a more versatile
use depending on your trucks current setup. Use the diagram below as a reference when
installing your Co-Pilot to avoid any conflicts or confusion.
-Pink Wire- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) – PIN #12 Recommended
Reason For use: This wire give the Co-Pilot the ability to lock the torque converter on
deceleration. This gives the vehicle an engine-braking effect. Recommended. OPTIONAL
Where to connect it:
CAV Circuit Function Co-Pilot Connection
1 - -
2 - - -
3 K615 18VT/WT INLET AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR -
4 - - -
5 K176 18BR/OR INTAKE AIR HEATER NO.2 RELAY CONTROL -
6 K174 18BR/YL INTAKE AIR HEATER NO.1 RELAY CONTROL -
7 V32 18VT/YL SPEED CONTROL SUPPLY -
8 - - -
9 T41 18YL/DB PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH (T41) -
10 K161 18BR/LB FAN SPEED SENSOR -
11 B22 18DG/YL VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL NO.1 -
12 G6 18 VT/GY OIL PRESSURE SENSOR -
13 T6 18DG TOW/HAUL OVER DRIVE CANCEL SWITCH Tap White Co-Pilot Wire Pin 5
14 T118 18 DG GOVERNER PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL -
15 T9 18DG/TN 3-4 SOLENOID CONTROL -
16 D21 18WT/BR SCI TRANSMIT(ECM) -
17 - - -
18 T38 18YL/BR GOVERNOR PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL -
19 D20 18WT/LG SCI RECIEVE(ECM) -
20 A209 16RD FUSED BATTERY(+)
21 Z902 16BK GROUND Tap Black Co-pilot Wire Pin 9
22 - - -
23 F856 18YL/PK 5 VOLT SUPPLY
24 K900 18DB/DG SENSOR GROUND -
25 T75 18YL/LB TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID Connect Co-Pilot Pin 10 and Pin 11
26 N4 18DB/WT FUEL LEVEL SENSOR SIGNAL -
27 - - -
28 D25 18WT.VT PCI BUS -
29 T54 18DG/OR TRANSMISSION TEMERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL -
30 A209 16RD FUSED BATTERY(+) -
31 T55 18YL/DB TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY CONTROL -
32 F202 18PK/GY FUESED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT(RUN-START) Tap RED Co-Pilot Wire Pin 1
33 K854 5 VOLT SUPPLY -
34 V36 18VT/YL S/C VACUUM CONTROL -
35 K616 18BR/YL INLET AIR PRESSURE SENSE -
36 V32 18VT/YL SPEED CONTROL SUPPLY -
37 B29 18DG/WT BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL -
38 - - -
39 - - -
40 A209 16RD FUSED BATTERY(+) -
41 C13 18LB/OR A/C CLUTCH RELAY CONTROL -
42 - - -
43 K160 18BR/OR PARK LOCKOUT SOLENOID -
44 T14 18DG/BR OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR Tap Green Co-Pilot Pin 17
45 T13 18DG/VT SPEED SENSOR GROUND -
46 V37 18VT S/C SWITCH NO.1 SIGNAL -
47 K25 18DB/VT BATTERY TEMP SIGNAL -
48 K400 18VR/VT APPS NO.2 RETURN -
49 Z902 16BK GROUND -
50 Z902 16BK GROUND -

For 2004 models: Locate the APPS, it is under a black plastic cover, on the driver’s side
of the engine, in front of the intake manifold. Tap the Brown w/ White wire in the APPS
Plug wire loom.
APPS
PLUG
For 2005 models: Connect at the TPS connector located at the top of the accelerator
pedal arm. This is a six wire connector, in the fifth terminal there is a brown with white
tracer wire, tap this wire.
How to connect it: Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the brown with white
tracer wire and solder the Co-Pilot’s Pink wire to the Brown with white tracer wire.
Protect this connection.
-Red Wire- +12V Power - Co-Pilot Harness PIN #1
Reasons for use: The red wire supply’s key on power to the Co-Pilot so it can turn on and be
functional. NOT OPTIONAL
Where to connect it:On the C2 connector of the PCM which is located on the driver’s side of
the engine block. There are two connectors here, a 60-pin C1 and a 50-pin C2. The power (Pink
w/ gray) wire is on the connector that is closer to the firewall in pin 32.

How to connect it:Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the Pink w/ gray PCM
power wire and solder the red Co-Pilot wire to the 12 V power wire. Protect this connection.
-Black Wire- GND Ground - PIN #9
Reason for use: The black wire supply’s ground to the Co-Pilot so the Co-Pilot can turn on and
function. NOT OPTIONAL
Where to connect it: On the C2 connector of the PCM which is located on the driver’s side of
the engine block. The ground (black) wire is on the connector that is closer to the firewall in
pin 50.
.
How to connect it: Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the black PCM wire and
solder the Co-Pilot’s black wire to the PCM black wire. Protect this connection.
-Orange Wire- Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor - PIN #4 (* OPTIONAL *)
Reasons for use: This function prevents the Torque converter for locking up until 10-13 Psi of
boost has been made. This allows to turbo to begin to spool before the torque converter locks up.
Where to connect it: At the MAP sensor connector located on the driver’s side of the engine,
next to the valve cover, and just over halfway back on the engine. The connector has four wires;
tap the light blue/white wire, which is in the first (“A”) terminal.
How to connect it: Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the light blue wire and
solder the Co-Pilot’s orange wire to the light blue/white wire. Protect this connection.
Tips: If the vehicle has had any aftermarket power modules installed, be sure to tap the MAP
sensor wire before any taps from these power modules, i.e. place the Co-Pilot’s tap closest to the
sensor. Do your best to shield this connection from the elements.

-White Wire- Overdrive - PIN #5 (* OPTIONAL *)
Reason for use: This wire gives the Co-Pilot the ability to automatically cancel overdrive.
Where to connect it: On the C2 connector of the PCM which is located on the driver’s side of
the engine block. The OD (Dark Green) wire is on the connector that is closer to the firewall in
pin 13.
.
How to connect it: Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the Dark Green PCM
wire and solder the Co-Pilot’s white wire to the PCM dark green wire. Protect this connection.
-Green Wire- Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) - PIN #17
Reasons for use: This is how the Co-Pilot is able to know what speed of the vehicle is traveling
so it can control the TCC lock up speed. NOT OPTIONAL
Where to connect it: On the C2 connector of the PCM which is located on the driver’s side of
the engine block. The VSS wire (green with yellow tracer) is on the connector that is closer to
the firewall in pin 11.
How to connect it: Strip back approximately ½” of the insulation from the green with yellow
tracer wire and solder the Co-Pilot’s green wire to the green with yellow. Protect this
connection.
-Yellow Wire- PCM – PIN #10 and -Blue Wire- TCC – PIN #11
Reason for use: These wire control torque converter lockup.
Where to connect them: At the yellow with light blue tracer wire on the circular 8 pin
connector which is located on the upper-driver’s side of the transmission OR on the C2
connector of the PCM which is located on the driver’s side of the engine block. The TCC
(yellow with light blue tracer) wire is on the connector that is closer to the firewall in pin 25.
How to connect them: Cut the yellow with light blue tracer wire (Read the “Tips” section) and
butt connector to the end that leads back to the transmission and crimp another butt connector to
the end that leads to the PCM.
Crimp the Co-Pilot’s Yellow wire to butt connector that goes to the PCM.
Crimp the Co-Pilot’s Blue wire to the butt connector that goes to the transmission.
Tips: There are multiple yellow wires in this connector, take your time to make sure that you cut
the correct one. Reference the supplied wiring schematic before cutting wire. Do your best to
shield this connection from the elements. If possible, connect at PCM rather than transmission.
-Tan Wire- PRNDL– PIN #8