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Today’s Technician’s Link to Marine EFI Systems

Vol. 9 No. 1 2011

In This Issue
EPA-Friendly Engines
Push Technology ........... 1
EPA-Friendly Engines Push
From the Top ................. 2 Marine EFI Technology
In the computer industry there is a Emission controls are only part of the story
Ilmor Introduces MV8 commonly used term called Moore's Law that is driving electronic complexity.
Engine Line-up .............. 2 that predicts the complexity of computer Marine engines themselves are changing
electronics will double every 2 years. That and require more sophisticated control
Mercury Outboards Now prediction has held true for over 40 years. electronics to operate. Some of the newest
While no similar term exists in the marine marine engines feature variable cam timing
Supported ...................... 2 industry, good ol' Moore's law is which employs the use of an ECM operated
extending its reach and revealing itself in cam angle adjustment mechanism known as
OBD-M Diagnostics the latest engine offerings from marine a cam phaser. Also, supercharging is being
SPN's, FMI's and more … 3 sterndrive and inboard offered as a factory
engine manufacturers. installed option on some
Emission laws manufacturers' engines.
GM Debuts MEFI-6 ......... 5 A variety of factors Additional electronics
have pushed marine drive EFI will be used to sense and
Diacom Training Videos engine manufacturers
to incorporate more sophistication control boost pressure,
Now Available ............... 5 sophisticated electronic
operate the intercooler,
read additional sensors
systems into their engines and associated as well as control other supercharger
Facts about 64-bit PCs… 5 engine accessories. While Electronic associated functions.
Fuel Injection (EFI) systems have been
Volvo Penta OceanX common on marine engines since the Although the increased electronic
1990s, their sophistication has grown requirements mentioned so far were
Drive Diagnostics .......... 6 significantly in recent years.

Tech Tip: Qualifying The largest force driving this change is an

EPA emission law often referred to as
Static Engine Data.......... 6 OBD-M. This law requires nearly all new
gasoline sterndrive and inboard engines
EFI Toolbox ................... 7 being sold nationwide to be equipped with
emission controls. Catalytic converters are
now a must along with additional sensors
Rinda Technologies Inc. to monitor the catalyst's efficiency, detect
4563 N. Elston Ave. engine misfire and provide closed loop
Chicago, IL 60630 USA fuel control. The law also dictates the
inclusion of a high speed CAN (Controller
Area Network) port on the engine control
(773) 736-6633 module to facilitate engine diagnostics.
(773) 736-2950 Fax Delphi Cam Phaser and Control Valve
www.rinda.com The OBD-M mandate originally took (photo courtesy of Delphi Corp)
effect in California in 2008 and is now a
The information in this publication is believed to be 50-state requirement enforced by the EPA. brought on either by legislative measures or
accurate. Responsibility for errors, omission of Virtually all new sterndrive and inboard changes in engine functionality, other
information or the results from the information's use engines sold since January 2010 must be vessel / watercraft changes have been
cannot be assumed by Rinda Technologies, Inc. spawned as a byproduct of the new engine
equipped with emission controls.
Copyright Ó 2011 Rinda Technologies, Inc. Continued on page 4…

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 From the Ilmor introduces MV8 engine
line-up powered by 4G ECM
TOP There is a "new kid on the block" in the
inboard marine engine business and you'll
Advanced features of the 4G system
include catalyst monitoring, misfire
be seeing their line-up of powerplants soon. detection, sophisticated fault monitoring
Ilmor, a name familiar to Indy race car fans, and a high speed CAN communication
has introduced a series of V8 inboard network. The latter enables a seamless
marine engines named their "MV8" line. tie-in with Mastercraft's digital helm
controls, electronic displays
Beginning with the 2012 and GPS based cruise
model year, Ilmor will be control system.
the exclusive engine
supplier to Mastercraft. From a service perspective,
This engine series com- updated software will be
plements Ilmor's existing required to communicate
The past year has been a busy one for marine engine offerings, with and diagnose this new
all of us here at Rinda Technologies. namely their marinized system. The 4G EFI system
Our engineers have been immersed in versions of the Dodge provides a wealth of features
adding a myriad of features and engine Viper V-10. designed to assist marine
support to our software while our technicians with engine diagnostics,
Ilmor's entire line of MV8 engines are monitoring and functional testing.
manufacturing department (yes, we equipped with a 4th generation (4G) EFI
actually do manufacture our tools here control module developed by Econtrols of Software update kits are available for
in Chicago!) has been busy producing San Antonio, Texas. This control system Rinda Technologies diagnostic tools to
the hardware needed to support all of forms the heart of a sophisticated engine support both Ilmor MV8 and MV10
the new features. Couple that activity management system that is fully compliant series engines. Please contact us for
with the endlessly changing world of with EPA and OBD-M standards. details on upgrading your tools.
PCs (i.e. Windows 7, etc...) and that
makes for an intriguing year.

The marine engine industry itself has Mercury Outboard support

been rapidly evolving with new rules,
new players and new systems. Marine
technicians are beginning to see the
arrives in Rinda service tools
service ramifications of the EPA's Marine technicians yearning for broad outboards is now available in Rinda
2010 emission laws and there are also diagnostic support of Mercury's outboard Technologies engine service tools.
new names in the industry: upstart product line-up can now exuberate. The
latest versions of Diacom Marine as well as Support covers virtually all outboard
Seven Marine and veteran engine engines that were equipped with electronic
builder Ilmor with their MV8 product our hand held scan tools now feature
support for Mercury outboard engines. diagnostic capabilities. These include
line. There are also new EFI systems! Verado, Optimax / DFI, Mercury 2-stroke,
Mercury has been 4-stroke as well as Mercury
This issue of EFI Connections touches equipping many of its branded engines equipped
on developments in marine engine outboard engines with with Yamaha and Tohatsu
technology and the diagnostic tools microprocessor based powerheads. Detailed
needed to service OBD-M compliant electronic controls since engine support listings
engines. Our article on OBD-M the mid-1990s. Begin- along with information on
diagnostics is designed as a primer for ning with the 3.0L the required diagnostic
technicians seeking to familiarize carbureted outboard in adapters is available on our
themselves with the new service 1994 though the latest website.
terminology and procedures. We Verado and Optimax
models, Mercury has Mercury outboard support
sincerely hope this issue provides you is now included as a
used a wide variety of
with a fundamental understanding of standard feature in our Diacom Marine PC
electronic control systems sometimes
the engine technology that lies ahead. requiring different service tools for different diagnostic system as well as our hand held
models. TechMate and MerCruiser scan tools. This
support is in addition to all of the existing
First debuting in late 2010, comprehensive sterndrive and inboard systems presently
ed@rinda.com support for 1994 and newer Mercury covered by our tools.

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 OBD-M Diagnostics
SPN's, FMI's and more…

L ets face it, we all know it's just a matter

of time before a catalytic converter
equipped, OBD-M compliant engine
divides the fault code system into two
parts, the first part of which is referred to
as a Suspect Parameter Number or SPN.
presently defines 22 of the 32 possible
Failure Mode Indicator values. These 22
FMIs describe most common modes of
makes its grand entry into our lives. It may A SPN represents a parameter, such as sensor and component failures.
sneak in under the hatch of one of those engine throttle position, that has had a
slick new wakeboard boats or it may unique identification number assigned to Assembling the pieces
surprise you as a recent re-power in a it. The SPN for engine throttle position is Moving beyond the technical background
decades old cabin cruiser. Nevertheless, 51 for example. associated with SPN and FMI values, let's
if it's in your shop for service your look at a real-world example of how your
customer will likely want it repaired SPN numbers are assigned either by the first OBD-M fault might appear.
immediately or sooner. In an effort to SAE, for standardized parameters or by a
vehicle / engine manufacturer for SPN: 100 FMI: 4
reduce some of the diagnostic shock you
may experience when trouble- "manufacturer specific" parameters. SPNs
Your OBD-M compliant service
shooting one of these new engines for tool (Diacom, TechMate, etc..) will
the first time we have put together a provide a description for SPN 100
short primer on OBD-M diagnostics which equates to "Engine Oil
and its associated terminology. Pressure". A FMI value of 4 will
produce a failure mode description
OBD-M background stating "Voltage below normal or
OBD-M is an acronym for On-Board shorted low".
Diagnostics - Marine. In much the
same fashion as OBD-II for At this point it is up to the technician
automobiles, the OBD-M standard to identify the device that is
was born out of a California Air monitoring oil pressure and also
Resources Board requirement for determine the cause of the low
controlling emissions on gasoline voltage reading.
sterndrive and inboard marine
engines. Although its intention is Notice that low or high pressure is
similar to OBD-II, namely not mentioned in the FMI
Indmar ETX/CAT catalyst equipped engine
standardized diagnostics, OBD-M description. SAE does not define
shares very little in common with can have anywhere from 1 to 6 digits so FMIs related to pressure since
automotive OBD-II standards. You cannot don't be surprised to see a SPN such as pressure is normally conveyed to the ECM
use an automotive OBD-II diagnostic scan 521153 which is MerCruiser's SPN for as a voltage output from a pressure sensor.
tool to service an OBD-M compliant "Drive Lube". It is therefore also up to the technician to
marine engine. determine if "low voltage" means low or
A SPN is intended to direct service high oil pressure in this case. Depending
The foundation of OBD-M diagnostics is technicians to the specific parameter or upon the type of sensor used this can vary.
derived from a SAE standard used in the component that the engine control module For example, in the case of most coolant
trucking and heavy equipment industries. "suspects" is malfunctioning. However, temperature sensors, a high voltage output
Therefore the terminology and unlike fault codes used in the past, a SPN actually means a low temperature and vice
conventions used for OBD-M differ in typically does not indicate how a versa. Always refer to the engine
many cases from that used by the component has failed. That job is left to manufacturer's service manual for details
automotive service industry. Following is the Failure Mode Indicator. on the sensors and interpretation of their
an overview of the basics. output signals.
Failure Mode Indicator
Suspect Parameter Numbers A Failure Mode Indicator or "FMI" is a Fault Code Categories
As a marine technician your first number that ranges from 0 to 31 and is used Not only are OBD-M fault codes divided
inclination when troubleshooting an EFI in conjunction with a SPN to indicate how into two parts, SPNs and FMIs, they are
equipped engine is usually to scan for fault a component has malfunctioned. FMI also grouped into three general categories.
codes. A single fault code number numbers would reflect if a component's The categories are Active Faults,
normally identifies the type of failure an voltage, current, frequency, etc. was out of Previously Active Faults and Pending
EFI system is experiencing. OBD-M now normal operating range. The SAE Faults. The first two fault categories,
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Active and Previously Active faults, are into how and when the ECM runs its ...continued from page 1
similar to the Active / History fault code component diagnostic tests.
categories used in past. It's the third control module's capabilities. For
category, Pending Faults, that is the new OBD-M repair verification is complicated example, OBD-M's requirement for the
"kid" on the block. by the fact that the ECM may require an incorporation of a high speed CAN
engine to attain specific operating communication port on every ECM has
Soon to be Active… conditions before the component that was also fostered the growth of in-vessel
Pending Faults are a by-product of replaced is actually tested. Technicians networking.
OBD-M's stringent requirements for will need to consult factory service
monitoring any engine components that documentation specific to the engine With the CAN hardware built into the
may affect emissions. OBD-M compliant being repaired to determine when specific engine controller for diagnostics use, its
engine control modules use more sensor and component tests are scheduled capabilities can also be used to
sophisticated techniques for monitoring to be run by the ECM. Only then will you economically implement features such as
sensors and components than were used in be assured that the repair you have just electronic throttle and cruise controls,
the past. Similar to modern automotive made passed the ECM's diagnostic test. networked instrument panel displays,
systems, OBD-M marine ECMs may now remote helm stations, networked vessel
In addition, technicians must remember sensors, etc.
require an engine to be running for a
that the component they replaced may
predetermined time and under specific Keyless start systems, cruise control units
require two engine operating cycles to
operating conditions before a particular and speed sensors that once required
show up as an Active Fault so it is crucial
component's diagnostic test is run. In dedicated wiring connections to the
to monitor the Pending Codes for that
addition, some engine components must engine control module are instead being
system. Remember, Pending Codes will
now fail their test on two consecutive connected to the vessel's CAN network.
allow you to identify a potential problem
engine operating cycles before they are All of these devices share their data with
on the engine's first operating cycle.
considered to be malfunctioning and then the ECM via a high-speed 2 wire CAN
categorized as an Active Fault. This is Beyond the Faults data link. This greatly simplifies vessel
where Pending Faults come into play. OBD-M entails much more than the new wiring, reduces cost and makes accessory
Pending Faults are used for engine sensors fault code system we have just described installation much easier.
and components that require test failures here. The incorporation of catalysts,
oxygen sensors and closed-loop fuel This dramatic shift in both engine
on two consecutive engine operating technology and vessel wiring poses broad
cycles to be considered faulty. A fault is control systems present entirely new
challenges in the diagnosis and challenges for marine service
categorized as "Pending" when the sensor technicians. Not only have the electronic
or component fails its test on the first maintenance of marine engines.
systems changed, the troubleshooting
engine operating cycle. If the test fails Technicians will need additional training skills and diagnostic service tools needed
again on the second operating cycle the to learn new troubleshooting and repair to support these systems have also
Pending Fault is then converted to an techniques to successfully maintain these changed.
Active Fault and the vessel's Malfunction systems. Be sure to stay informed on the
Indicator would be activated. engine manufacturer's training schedules A thorough understanding of new engine
and also stay abreast of any new repair technology (i.e. emission controls, closed
Pending faults that have not been loop operation, variable cam timing,
converted to an Active Fault can linger in manuals, bulletins and related service
publications. supercharging) will be required. In
the ECMs fault memory for up to 40 addition, fault detection, retrieval and
engine operating cycles upon which they EFI Service Tools diagnosis methods have changed
are automatically cleared by the ECM. significantly, especially on catalyst
Updated service tools are also essential,
This situation can occur if a component equipped engines.
so be sure to review your current
failed its test on the first engine operating
cycle but did not fail on the next Technicians will need up to date factory
consecutive operating cycle or training on these new systems to
subsequently thereafter. understand how and when faults are set,
learn how the ECM handles emission vs
Verifying OBD-M Repairs non-emission related faults and learn how
Technicians will now need to refine their to take advantage of new engine
repair verification techniques to ensure diagnostic capabilities. We urge you to
that an OBD-M system malfunction has contact the marine engine manufacturers
actually been solved. In the past, replacing and obtain their training schedules.
a sensor and then running the engine for a
short time while checking for the absence Software updates for Rinda Technologies
of fault codes related to that sensor usually service tools are available for the latest
meant the problem was fixed. This diagnostic tools and software to ensure it generation OBD-M compliant marine
technique will not be sufficient when is updated to support the new engine engines. Please contact us for details or
working on OBD-M compliant engines. models. Please contact us for details or visit our website at www.rinda.com.
Technicians will now require some insight visit our website at www.rinda.com.

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GM Debuts Diacom training videos now on

MEFI-6 Rinda Tech website
A suite of Diacom Marine training videos is Videos 3 and 4 focus on selecting an EFI
now available on our website. The videos system type for diagnosis. These two
are viewable via any web browser, such as tutorials provide detailed information on
Internet Explorer or Firefox, and touch on inboard / sterndrive and Mercury outboard
various aspects of installing and using the system selection requirements. Choosing a
Diacom Marine diagnostic system. correct EFI system type is the single most
important step in
Presently, five videos are utilizing Diacom to
available that are designed communicate with and
to quickly familiarize diagnose an engine.
marine technicians with Follow along as each
Diacom and point out key system type is explained
GM's MEFI-6 Engine Control Module features of the software. in detail.
GM Powertrain has introduced a Video 1 covers the Video 5 provides instruc-
powerful successor to their venerable installation of the Diacom tions on how to record
MEFI-5 series of engine control software on your PC. live engine data, thereby
modules. Named MEFI-6, the new Video 2 provides an overview of the allowing Diacom to serve as a flight
ECM is targeted at both marine and program emphasizing important features recorder. Emailing the recorded data is
industrial engine applications. and functions. This video also provides also covered in this tutorial.
insight into useful aspects of the software
MEFI-6 is based on Delphi corpora- that you may not have been aware of. Even More videos are planned, please check the
tion's new E78 engine controller which if you are a seasoned Diacom user, be sure "Training" section of our website for
can be found on 2011 GM vehicles such to watch this 12 minute feature tour. updates and additions to this video series.
as the 6.0L Chevy Silverado and GMC
Sierra 2500. However, the MEFI-6
version of the E78 has completely
re-engineered software that is tailored
for marine and industrial use.
Important facts when buying a
®
The new ECM boasts a faster
microprocessor and more memory than
64-bit PC for use with Diacom
its MEFI-5 predecessor. This enables Keeping up with the fast paced changes in models. However, if you are transitioning
faster computational speed providing personal computer technology has always into a new 64 bit PC you will need to use a
more precise engine control. MEFI-6 is been challenging. Both the hardware and redesigned version of our Diacom USB
fully OBD-M compliant and also Windows operating system powering it communication cable, part number 94073,
features two independent CAN continue to evolve at a rapid pace. Since as shown below.
(Controller Area Network) busses Diacom Marine's inception, initially as a
which allow enhanced in-vessel MS-DOS program in the early 1990's and
networking and can provide redun- then as a Windows based program later that
dancy for critical networked systems. decade, there have been PC industry
advancements which drove changes in
From a service perspective, it is
Diacom and its connection hardware.
important for marine technicians to
note that MEFI-6 modules are NOT pin Serial ports, once common on all notebook
compatible with prior generation PCs, have vanished. They have been
MEFI-5 modules. The new MEFI-6 replaced by USB ports, thereby driving the #94073 cable required for 64 bit PCs
ECM looks very similar to MEFI-5 change in Diacom's communication cable
however a keen eye will be able to spot from a serial port type to USB type. A cable upgrade program is available to
a few physical differences such as assist in this transition. The program
redesigned cooling fins and module Today yet another change is underway with involves sending your present cable to us
mounting tabs. the advent of 64 bit PCs and 64 bit versions and purchasing a replacement for a nominal
of Windows 7 (and Vista) . While some 32 fee. A software update charge may also
MEFI-6 began shipping to marine bit PCs are still sold, if you shop for a new apply. Please call us for full details.
engine builders in January. Software notebook PC you will likely find the 64 bit
updates for Rinda Technologies service version as your only option. Note, we must receive your old USB
tools supporting MEFI-6 are available. cable in order to qualify. Also note, our
Please contact us for details. Diacom has been redesigned to run on both new outboard engine support requires the
older 32 bit PCs as well as the new 64 bit use of the 94073 USB cable type.
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Tech Tip Diagnostic support for Volvo
Qualifying
Penta OceanX drives
Static Engine Data
Volvo Penta's innovative OceanX series Drive Oil Quality (DOQ) sensor, located in
drives represent a new chapter in sterndrive the upper drive housing, measures the
technology. Featuring an advanced electrical conductivity of the drive oil and is
titanium-ceramic exterior coating along thereby able to detect signs of water in the
with two electronic monitoring sensors, lubrication system. A second sensor,
OceanX drives represent the called the Water In Bellows
state-of-the-art in corrosion (WIB) sensor, is located in the
resistance, performance and transom shield and is
durability. designed to detect the
presence of water in the
In addition to the drive's tough driveshaft U-joint bellows.
electrically deposited coating,
Volvo Penta engineers The OceanX system provides
equipped OceanX drives with diagnostic information to
two types of sensors designed technicians including sensor
We regularly receive calls from to detect water intrusion. One data, fault codes and other
marine technicians seeking advice sensor monitors the drive oil, DOQ status information.
when diagnosing engine related the second sensor monitors the OceanX diagnostics are
problems. It may be a hard-start bellows. This system is available in both our hand
condition, rough idle, excessive fuel designed to provide an "early warning" to held scan tools as well as our Diacom
consumption or even a no-start boat operators and help avoid costly repairs. Marine PC diagnostic system.
situation. Searching for solutions,
technicians often call us eagerly OceanX drive monitoring sensors are Service tool software update kits
looking for help. connected to an electronic OceanX module supporting OceanX drives are immediately
which is typically mounted on the engine. A available. Please contact us for details.
Since we do not design, build or service
engines (we're software engineers!),
we advise technicians that engine only set after the complete failure of a sensor. as well as other performance issues.
related issues are best answered by the But what if a sensor hasn't completely failed?
engine manufacturer. We do however Step 3: Throttle Sensor Voltage
Instead, the sensor may be functional but
like to point out that there are quick Check the Throttle Position Sensor voltage.
sending incorrect information to the ECM. Most engines require the TPS sensor voltage
observations a technician can make to
reveal acute EFI system problems. Your next step should be to verify that the to be between 0.3 and 0.9 volts. Make sure
These simple observations apply to EFI system's critical sensors are providing the helm throttle lever is in neutral (closed
nearly any EFI equipped engine and are reasonable static information to the ECM. throttle) prior to performing this check.
often overlooked during the initial Static sensor assessment should be done with Step 4: Intake Air Temperature
troubleshooting process. Key-On and Engine-Off with the engine at If the engine is equipped with an Intake Air
ambient temperature. You can ideally Temperature sensor, (some engines do not
While many engine related problems perform the following steps first thing in the have one) take a look at its temperature.
are not electronic in nature and do not morning after the engine has sat overnight. Similar to the ECT sensor, the IAT reading
involve the engine's ECM or sensors,
Step 1: Manifold Pressure should be close to the ambient temperature.
the EFI system is often the easiest to
check for malfunctions. Using one of Look at the Manifold Pressure sensor Step 5: Engine Tach Signal
our diagnostic tools, technicians can reading. Since the engine is not running the Lastly, if the engine won't start, observe the
quickly assess basic EFI system MAP reading should reflect the barometric engine's RPM reading while cranking it.
"health" by observing a handful of pressure at your location. If you are at sea You should see the RPM value reflect the
parameters displayed by the tools. level it should read about 30 inches of engine's cranking speed. This verifies that
mercury or 101 kilopascals. A Faulty MAP the ECM is receiving a tach signal from
No Faults Found…
sensor will affect the engine's fuel delivery either the distributor module or crank
The most obvious item to check for
schedule, from idle to full speed operation. position sensor.
when diagnosing an EFI engine is fault
codes. Fault codes quickly point out Step 2: Coolant Temperature In summary: Prior to engine start-up, just a
EFI problems and are invaluable for Now proceed to observe the Engine Coolant few quick checks allow you to determine if
pinpointing failed components. But Temperature sensor reading. The critical ECM sensor readings "make sense".
what if no fault codes are present? temperature should be close to the ambient Some engines employ additional sensors
temperature where the engine is located. A such as fuel pressure and boost so be sure to
Technicians should be aware that misbehaving ECT sensor can produce observe all critical inputs needed for basic
sensor fault codes on many engines are start-up problems, overly rich fuel delivery EFI system operation.
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EFI Toolbox
Products for Marine Service Technicians

MerCruiser - Scan Tool

Developed specifically for MerCruiser EFI system information allowing quick
dealerships worldwide, this scan tool packs problem diagnosis. This tool also features
powerful diagnostic features and provides functional test capabilities to exercise ECM
support for sterndrive and inboard EFI outputs, has a built-in fuel injector tester and is
systems from virtually all major marine engine supplied in a padded hard shell carrying case.
Version 6 software manufacturers. Version 6 software also
now supports includes support for Mercury outboard
Mercury outboards.
engines. The MerCruiser scan tool displays #94050m $399.00

TechMate - Scan Tool

Designed for independent repair shops, this code explanations. Its built-in fuel injector
close cousin of the MerCruiser scan tool tester performs single pulse and multi-pulse
displays complete EFI system information and tests to locate injector problems. Functional
supports all major sterndrive and inboard test capabilities allow EFI outputs to be
manufacturers. Version 6 software also exercised for component testing. TechMate is
Version 6 software includes support for Mercury outboard supplied in a padded hard shell carrying case.
now supports engines. TechMate displays live sensor
Mercury outboards. readings, ECM fault codes and provides fault #94040 $399.00

Diacom Marine - PC software

Diacom Marine harnesses the power of your sensors and controls to capture elusive
notebook PC to form a sophisticated EFI intermittent problems. Diacom Marine
diagnostic system. In addition to supporting all includes an extensive set of diagnostic features
major sterndrive and inboard engine and has the broadest engine support in the
manufacturers, version 2.5 now supports marine industry.
Mercury outboards. Diacom Marine allows a
technician to quickly view engine performance #94010 (standard kit) $579.00
Version 2.5 software
now supports data and zero in on malfunctions. Easily record #94030 (includes CAN network
Mercury outboards. and graph data from all accessible EFI system adapter #94029) $699.00

EFI Diagnostic Adapters

#94005 GM-Delphi MEFI 1 - MEFI 4b $39.00 #94027 Merc / TechMate scan tool CAN adapter $169.00
#94006 MerCruiser PCM / ECM 555 $39.00 #94029 Diacom Marine CAN adapter (gen 2) $249.00
#94014 MerCruiser 2.8L / 4.2L D-tronic diesel $39.00 #94011 Mercury outboard 4-pin adapter $39.00
#94020 MerCruiser Thunderbolt V $49.00 #94013 Mercury Racing 2.5L outboard $39.00
#94021 MerCruiser 7.3L D-tronic diesel $49.00 #94028 Mercury outboard 2-pin adapter $49.00
#94023 Diacom Marine CAN adapter (gen 1) $249.00 #94037 In-line power adapter $49.00
#94024 2006-07 Volvo Penta EGC $49.00 #94038 Mercury outboard 3-pin adapter $39.00
#94026 2007-08 PCM / Crusader ECM-07 $49.00 #94039 Mercury outboard 18-pin adapter $49.00

For a complete product listing please visit: www.rinda.com

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INSIDE:

• EPA-Friendly Engines Push EFI Technology

• Ilmor Introduces MV8 engine line-up
• Mercury Outboard Support Arrives in Rinda Tools
• OBD-M Fault Codes, what you need to know
• Tech Tip: Qualifying Static Engine Data
plus much more…

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Mercury Outboards!
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