SAAS MUSCLE DIGITAL Series User manual

Installation Instructions
DIESEL BOOST/VAC DIGITAL
Page 1/4
Part No: SG41213
2 inch-52mm
Wiring Guide:
Wire colour
Wire Function
Wire Connection Location
Vehicle body
Ground 12V-
Yellow
Park lights 12V+
Park light circuit (do NOT connect to a dimmer)
Red
Important notes before installing:
- Installing this product to your vehicle may require an adaptor. SAAS offer a large range of
adaptors and installation parts; please check with your SAAS dealer for available adaptors.
- SAAS Muscle series gauges are designed for 12volt systems ONLY!
-All installation work should be done by a qualified professional to avoid damage to this product.
- SAAS RECOMMENDS all products be tested prior to installation. This will save time and speed up
the troubleshooting process if you encounter any issues.
- BEFORE installing, please check our website (shopsaas.com) for the latest fitting instructions.
If the top left corner (v) number is different to website, please use instructions from website.
Typical Layout
Wiring Diagram
Ground 12V-
Park lights 12V+
Ignition 12V+
Battery 12V+
Power and link connector pinout.
Use any connector to power the
gauge and for less wiring use the
other connector with the supplied
link cable to power a second Muscle
Digital gauge ONLY!
White
Black
Ignition 12V+
Ignition harness / Fuse box
Ignition harness / Fuse box
Battery 12V+
SAAS Automotive PTY LTD
25 Metrolink Circuit West, Campbellfield,
Victoria 3061 Australia
ABN: 48166279670
ACN: 166279670
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.shopsaas.com
SINCE 1954
SINCE 1954
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v20200814
Warranty Terms & Conditions:
SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd warrants this product against defects in factory workmanship and materials for a
period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies to the first retail
purchaser, is non-transferable and covers only where the product has been subjected to normal use or
service. Provision of this warranty shall not apply to any SAAS Automotive product that has been used for a
purpose for which it is not designed, or which has been altered in any way that would be detrimental to the
performance or life of the product, or misapplication, misuse, negligence or accident. Warranty claims to the
manufacturer must be transportation prepaid and accompanied with dated proof of purchase. On any part or
product found to be defective after examination by SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd, SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd will
only repair or replace the merchandise through the original selling dealer or on a direct basis. SAAS
Automotive Pty Ltd assumes no responsibility for diagnosis, removal and/or installation labour, loss of vehicle
use, loss of time, inconvenience or any other consequential expenses. The warranties herein are in lieu of any
other expressed or implied warranties, including any implied warranty of suitability, and any other obligation
on the part of SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd, or the selling dealer.
For further assistance email: [e-mail]
Contents:
In The Box
Qty
Boost gauge
Gauge power connector
Mounting U bracket with studs, nuts and washers
Fitting instructions
1
1
Notes
1
Part No.
1
1
Gauge link connector
Boost sensor and 3 pin power harness
1
Boost hose and plastic tee
1
Troubleshooting:
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Please note: If you are having problems with the installation of this product, please do not
contact your retailer or SAAS until you have read ALL the troubleshooting notes below.
-gauge beeps and
flashes randomly
-warning function activated
-adjust warning settings accordingly
-gauge beeps but no
display
-incorrect wiring
-refer to fitting instructions
-press button to change backlight colour
-display is set to (OFF)
-not reading boost
-sensor not plugged in correctly
-check connector on gauge and sensor
-wrong boost location
-boost line must come from intake
manifold before any factory sensors
-damaged sensor
-test sensor using a multimeter, a good
sensor should read: 1v @ 0 PSI or 1.6v
@ 10 PSI on the white signal wire
-boost reads (- - -)
Part No: SG41211
Boost sensor
Boost sensor pinout:
White > Signal V+
Black > 12V-
Red > 12V+
Programming button
Remote programming
button. Fit under dash
for easier programming.
(Installation optional)
Remote programming button
1
(M4x0.7 thread)
1 pt thickness
Fitting U bracket:
Remove nuts and add
stud spacers before fitting
U bracket if required.
SG41004
SG4106
SG9100
SG9101
SG61005

- Recommended sensor locations:
Mount the sensor inside the vehicle under the dash and run the hose through the firewall (longer
hose may be required for some applications).
Connect the boost sensor hose to the intake manifold or intercooler piping before any factory
sensors.
The supplied tee fitting is used to splice into most vacuum lines but some vehicles may require
optional parts like threaded barb adaptors or vehicle specific adaptors.
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User Functions:
Park Lights OFF
Day Brightness (D)
Night Brightness (N)
Day Color (D)
Note: Use the remote programming button or the button on the back of the gauge to set the below
functions.
Peak readings are cleared.
Red
Blue
Green
Amber
Park Lights OFF
Night Color (N)
Park Lights ON
Park Lights ON
1 2 3 4 5
Dark Bright
1 2 3 4 5
Dark Bright
Buzzer
Fast beep
Slow beep
User Functions
Exit
Gauge will exit after 5 seconds of no activity.
Ignition ON
cl8
Press Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Press Button
Hold Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Press Button
Cycle
Purple
White
Aqua
Ice Blue
Colors
bp
Brightness
Buzzer type
hb
Buzzer levels
ob
Buzzer high
Buzzer low
Buzzer off
Hold Button
VO - (0)
VO - (1)
VO - (2)
VO - (3)
Buzzer medium
Press Button
ac
Release button and press again to set display type for gauge start up and
shutdown.
Hold Button
AC - (1)
AC - (2)
AC - (3)
Open/close type
Boost Warning
⚠
Hold Button
Release button then press and hold to set boost warning value.
(Boost warning range - 0 > 30 PSI depending on gauge model)
Press Button
Offset Adjust
⚠
Hold Button
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O
Peak
Scale Type
Hold Button
O
Peak
Release button and press once to set gauge value to zero if reading is
incorrect. Please note this is a calibration setting!
s8
Release and press button again to choose from 3 types of display scales.
So - (1)
So - (2)
So - (3)
Press Button
Pink
Orange
Off
Red
Blue
Green
Amber
Cycle
Purple
White
Aqua
Ice Blue
Pink
Orange
Off
Boost Sensor Installation:
Boost sensor
To intake manifold.
CLEAR HOSE
(supplied)
Total depth of gauge
Gauge operating range
Specifications
GAUGE INFORMATION
Gauge lighting type
Mounting depth required for gauge
45mm (minimum)
50mm (including bezel)
Mounting hole size for gauge
52mm
Gauge lighting colours
30 IN-Hg > 30 PSI (depending on gauge model)
Gauge operating voltage
8v > 18v
red - green - blue - purple - white - amber - pink -
ice blue - orange - aqua - OFF - cycle mode
Boost sensor operating range
Boost sensor cable length
Gauge power harness length
Gauge link harness length
1 metre
300mm
10 colour LED with 5 levels of brightness
For further assistance email: [e-mail]
DO NOT fit boost sensor in engine
bay! Boost sensor is not waterproof.
30 IN-Hg > 30 PSI
2 metre
Boost sensor operating scale
1v @ 0 PSI, 1.2v @ 5 PSI, 1.6v @ 10 PSI, 1.9v @ 15 PSI
Moved over 5 steps!

- Recommended sensor locations:
Mount the sensor inside the vehicle under the dash and run the hose through the firewall (longer
hose may be required for some applications).
Connect the boost sensor hose to the intake manifold or intercooler piping before any factory
sensors.
The supplied tee fitting is used to splice into most vacuum lines but some vehicles may require
optional parts like threaded barb adaptors or vehicle specific adaptors.
Page 2/4
User Functions:
Park Lights OFF
Day Brightness (D)
Night Brightness (N)
Day Color (D)
Note: Use the remote programming button or the button on the back of the gauge to set the below
functions.
Peak readings are cleared.
Red
Blue
Green
Amber
Park Lights OFF
Night Color (N)
Park Lights ON
Park Lights ON
1 2 3 4 5
Dark Bright
1 2 3 4 5
Dark Bright
Buzzer
Fast beep
Slow beep
User Functions
Exit
Gauge will exit after 5 seconds of no activity.
Ignition ON
cl8
Press Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Press Button
Hold Button
Hold Button
Press Button
Press Button
Cycle
Purple
White
Aqua
Ice Blue
Colors
bp
Brightness
Buzzer type
hb
Buzzer levels
ob
Buzzer high
Buzzer low
Buzzer off
Hold Button
VO - (0)
VO - (1)
VO - (2)
VO - (3)
Buzzer medium
Press Button
ac
Release button and press again to set display type for gauge start up and
shutdown.
Hold Button
AC - (1)
AC - (2)
AC - (3)
Open/close type
Boost Warning
⚠
Hold Button
Release button then press and hold to set boost warning value.
(Boost warning range - 0 > 30 PSI depending on gauge model)
Press Button
Offset Adjust
⚠
Hold Button
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O
Peak
Scale Type
Hold Button
O
Peak
Release button and press once to set gauge value to zero if reading is
incorrect. Please note this is a calibration setting!
s8
Release and press button again to choose from 3 types of display scales.
So - (1)
So - (2)
So - (3)
Press Button
Pink
Orange
Off
Red
Blue
Green
Amber
Cycle
Purple
White
Aqua
Ice Blue
Pink
Orange
Off
Boost Sensor Installation:
Boost sensor
To intake manifold.
CLEAR HOSE
(supplied)
Total depth of gauge
Gauge operating range
Specifications
GAUGE INFORMATION
Gauge lighting type
Mounting depth required for gauge
45mm (minimum)
50mm (including bezel)
Mounting hole size for gauge
52mm
Gauge lighting colours
30 IN-Hg > 30 PSI (depending on gauge model)
Gauge operating voltage
8v > 18v
red - green - blue - purple - white - amber - pink -
ice blue - orange - aqua - OFF - cycle mode
Boost sensor operating range
Boost sensor cable length
Gauge power harness length
Gauge link harness length
1 metre
300mm
10 colour LED with 5 levels of brightness
For further assistance email: [email protected]
DO NOT fit boost sensor in engine
bay! Boost sensor is not waterproof.
30 IN-Hg > 30 PSI
2 metre
Boost sensor operating scale
1v @ 0 PSI, 1.2v @ 5 PSI, 1.6v @ 10 PSI, 1.9v @ 15 PSI
Moved over 5 steps!

Installation Instructions
DIESEL BOOST/VAC DIGITAL
Page 1/4
Part No: SG41213
2 inch-52mm
Wiring Guide:
Wire colour
Wire Function
Wire Connection Location
Vehicle body
Ground 12V-
Yellow
Park lights 12V+
Park light circuit (do NOT connect to a dimmer)
Red
Important notes before installing:
- Installing this product to your vehicle may require an adaptor. SAAS offer a large range of
adaptors and installation parts; please check with your SAAS dealer for available adaptors.
- SAAS Muscle series gauges are designed for 12volt systems ONLY!
-All installation work should be done by a qualified professional to avoid damage to this product.
- SAAS RECOMMENDS all products be tested prior to installation. This will save time and speed up
the troubleshooting process if you encounter any issues.
- BEFORE installing, please check our website (shopsaas.com) for the latest fitting instructions.
If the top left corner (v) number is different to website, please use instructions from website.
Typical Layout
Wiring Diagram
Ground 12V-
Park lights 12V+
Ignition 12V+
Battery 12V+
Power and link connector pinout.
Use any connector to power the
gauge and for less wiring use the
other connector with the supplied
link cable to power a second Muscle
Digital gauge ONLY!
White
Black
Ignition 12V+
Ignition harness / Fuse box
Ignition harness / Fuse box
Battery 12V+
SAAS Automotive PTY LTD
25 Metrolink Circuit West, Campbellfield,
Victoria 3061 Australia
ABN: 48166279670
ACN: 166279670
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.shopsaas.com
SINCE 1954
SINCE 1954
Page 4/4
v20200814
Warranty Terms & Conditions:
SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd warrants this product against defects in factory workmanship and materials for a
period of twelve (12) months from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies to the first retail
purchaser, is non-transferable and covers only where the product has been subjected to normal use or
service. Provision of this warranty shall not apply to any SAAS Automotive product that has been used for a
purpose for which it is not designed, or which has been altered in any way that would be detrimental to the
performance or life of the product, or misapplication, misuse, negligence or accident. Warranty claims to the
manufacturer must be transportation prepaid and accompanied with dated proof of purchase. On any part or
product found to be defective after examination by SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd, SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd will
only repair or replace the merchandise through the original selling dealer or on a direct basis. SAAS
Automotive Pty Ltd assumes no responsibility for diagnosis, removal and/or installation labour, loss of vehicle
use, loss of time, inconvenience or any other consequential expenses. The warranties herein are in lieu of any
other expressed or implied warranties, including any implied warranty of suitability, and any other obligation
on the part of SAAS Automotive Pty Ltd, or the selling dealer.
For further assistance email: [email protected]
Contents:
In The Box
Qty
Boost gauge
Gauge power connector
Mounting U bracket with studs, nuts and washers
Fitting instructions
1
1
Notes
1
Part No.
1
1
Gauge link connector
Boost sensor and 3 pin power harness
1
Boost hose and plastic tee
1
Troubleshooting:
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Please note: If you are having problems with the installation of this product, please do not
contact your retailer or SAAS until you have read ALL the troubleshooting notes below.
-gauge beeps and
flashes randomly
-warning function activated
-adjust warning settings accordingly
-gauge beeps but no
display
-incorrect wiring
-refer to fitting instructions
-press button to change backlight colour
-display is set to (OFF)
-not reading boost
-sensor not plugged in correctly
-check connector on gauge and sensor
-wrong boost location
-boost line must come from intake
manifold before any factory sensors
-damaged sensor
-test sensor using a multimeter, a good
sensor should read: 1v @ 0 PSI or 1.6v
@ 10 PSI on the white signal wire
-boost reads (- - -)
Part No: SG41211
Boost sensor
Boost sensor pinout:
White > Signal V+
Black > 12V-
Red > 12V+
Programming button
Remote programming
button. Fit under dash
for easier programming.
(Installation optional)
Remote programming button
1
(M4x0.7 thread)
1 pt thickness
Fitting U bracket:
Remove nuts and add
stud spacers before fitting
U bracket if required.
SG41004
SG4106
SG9100
SG9101
SG61005