Automotive Manual PDF

These instructions are only a guide to proper installation. It is the technicians’ responsibility to confirm all connections are correct, use of the proper factory service manual is recommended. We recommend that only a competent and qualified mechanic perform this installation
1) Disconnect negative terminal of battery.
2) Confirm correct plug, pin # and wire colors on ECU and ESM match the diagram provided. All connections are in one plug, check diagram for your vehicle. If there is any discrepancy between your car and the instructions consult the factory service manual to confirm proper pin locations.
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This kit is intended for use in applications where a remote mounted idle air control motor is necessary, and an ecu with the ability to control a Honda idle air control motor is being used. These instructions will specifically go over the ecu setup for an AEM EMS, though it can also be used with other systems such as Motec or Haltech.
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When working with static sensitive electronic parts, care must be taken to ensure the electronics are not damaged from static electricity discharge. You can wear a static strap grounded to the vehicles body as the safest way to guard against static discharge. Alternatively you can touch a raw metal (unpainted) part of the body to ground yourself and discharge any static buildup. Do this regularly to prevent static build up.
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This instruction on cam belt adjustment starts after you remove the fairing pieces. Plan on an hour to remove these. Since you are performing your own service, buying Ducati belts may not be that expensive. There may be another belt source, but I have not confirmed this for the 996 engine of the 02-03 ST4s.
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There have been some changes to time allowances for engine and suspension assemblies on recently scheduled vehicles. Previous schedules have shown separate remove and replace allowances for engines and suspension assemblies of approximately 8.00 to 9.50 hours depending on make and model. When formulated, these allowances reflected a component assembly of the motor, suspension and engine compartment hardware.
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Nearly all engines found in modern vehicles are fitted with a number of sensors and an Electronic Control Unit, which is often referred to as an ECU. The function of the engine sensors is to constantly send information to the electronic control unit (ECU) which monitors the performance of various areas of the engine.
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This post is written in response to the number of times that TDI owners complain about “lack of power”. It is a supplement to what is contained in the TDIFAQ troubleshooting section, specific to the A3 and B4 cars and is as thorough and systematic as possible, and it is linked to from the general “How-To” thread elsewhere on these forums.
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Difficulties during Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Programming can arise due to confusion between Toyota Factory Wireless systems and Toyota Port/Dealer installed systems. This bulletin will assist in identifying the system/correct remote transmitters for each vehicle, and provide the location of the most accurate programming procedure for each system.

The following Application Chart contains all of the necessary information to correctly identify the type of system installed, and where to go to get programming procedures for each vehicle.
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To get the most from your PowerCard, it is important to recognize the difference between “load,” and throttle position/RPM. For example, put your motorcycle in first gear and hold the throttle wide-open, then do the same thing in fifth. Notice how the rate of RPM change is much faster in first gear than in fifth. This is because the load in fifth gear is much higher. Any given combination of throttle position and RPM can be associated with vastly different loads. PowerCard recognizes this, and uses proprietary algorithms to apply the right amount of additional fuel in the right circumstance. The PowerCard technology is unique because it is load based and does not rely solely on throttle position and RPM; it determines load based on the output from the factory programmed ECU, which has had thousands of hours of development and uses many sensors. Once the PowerCard “knows the load”, you can adjust it to provide the extra fuel needed to get maximum performance from your modifications.
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