Baumann OptiShift User manual

Transmission Control System
Installation and Operation Manual for
4L60/4L80 transmissions

OptiShift Transmission Control System (TCS) instruction and operation manual.
www.OptiShift.com
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WARRANTY
Baumann Electronic Controls, LLC. is dedicated to producing the highest quality
products available in the industry and is committed to customer satisfaction.
Because we have no control over the circumstances under which our products are
used, we can assume no more responsibility for damages (consequential or
otherwise) or defects in materials and workmanship than the original purchase
price of our product. Baumann Electronic Controls, LLC. will repair or replace all
defective components unconditionally for a period of five years from the date of
sale. This Warranty does not cover damages due to abuse or improper application
or connection of the device. After the Warranty period, Baumann Electronic
Controls, LLC. will service this device for a nominal fee.
APPLICATION COVERAGE
This system works with all 4L60E/4L65/4L80E/4L85 automatic transmissions.
It is recommended that you use the Baumann wiring harness with this system.
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CONTENTS
Preparation Page 4
Connecting the OptiShift Page 5
Notes on Installation Page 7
Transmission Diagrams Page 9
Optional Accessories Page 11
anual Shift Connections
Overview Page 12
anutronic Jumper Page 12
Push-buttons + On/Off Toggle Page 13
Push-buttons + On/Off Push-button Page 14
ShrifterT Receiver Page 15
Shiftware
Introduction Page 16
Setup Page 16
Customize Page 17
Tables Page 18
Save & Load Page 18
Writing a Calibration Page 18
Important Information Page 19
Troubleshooting Page 20
Contact Page 20
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PREPARATION
4L60E Transmission:
The OptiShift TCS currently supports 1996 and newer 4L60E transmissions.
Support for the 199 -95 is planned in the near future.
4L80E Transmission:
Pre-199 4L80E transmissions use a different internal wiring harness and pass-
through connector. This early harness has a problem with leaking fluid at the
pass-through connector. GM recommends upgrading to the newer connector
and wiring harness. Because of this, we do not provide a wiring harness for it. If
you have one of these early transmissions, it will be necessary to upgrade to the
199 + internal wiring harness.
The Bosch pressure control solenoid used in pre-1994 4L80E transmissions is
not compatible with the OptiShift TCS. You will need to upgrade it to the 1994+
Holley solenoid. The older Bosch solenoid is silver, while the newer Holley
solenoid is black. If your solenoid is already black, you have the right one and it
doesn't need to be changed. The GM part number for the Holley pressure
control solenoid is 8684216.
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CONNECTING THE OPTISHIFT
Step 1: Power
Connect the power wire (red with 7.5A fuse) to the 12V switched power source
of the Engine Control Unit (ECU).
If your vehicle doesn't have an ECU, connect to another 12V ignition-switched
power source.
Step 2: Ground
Connect the ground wire (black) to the main ground of the Engine Control Unit.
Connect wire as close to the ECU as possible.
If your vehicle doesn't have an ECU, connect to solid ground as close to the battery's
negative as possible.
Step 3: Throttle Position Sensor / Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
Connect the Throttle Position Sensor signal wire (green) to the Throttle Position
Sensor (TPS) signal input of the Engine Control Unit. If the vehicle has
Electronic Throttle Control, use the Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor
instead of the TPS.
For carbureted and mechanically-injected Diesel vehicles, connect the TPS
Feed (orange), TPS signal (green), and ground (black) to the Throttle Position
Sensor.
See the "Throttle Position Sensor" section for details.
Step 4: isc. Connections
Connect the Neutral Safety Switch and the Backup Lamp Switch.
Step 5: Accessories
Connect your optional accessories.
See the "Optional Accessories" section for details.
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