A41 Operator's Manual
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A41 Operator’s Manual Silver Sport Transmissions Phone: (865) 609-8187 2250 Stock Creek Blvd. Fax: (865) 609-8287 Rockford, TN 37853 http://www.shiftsst.com MAA-02004 A41 Operator Manual, Rev A 07/10/14 Table of Contents Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 2 KE Software License Agreement Terms And Conditions ......................................................................... 4 The A41 Transmission .................................................................................................................................. 6 Explanation of Gear Ranges ....................................................................................................................... 7 How the TCU Works .................................................................................................................................. 8 How PWM Solenoids Work ....................................................................................................................... 8 Fail-Safe Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 9 ATF Temperature Effect on Service Life ................................................................................................. 10 Chapter 1 – Installation .............................................................................................................................. 11 4L60E Solenoid Shift Logic ..................................................................................................................... 11 A41 Controls – Inputs/Outputs ................................................................................................................. 12 Digital Inputs ............................................................................................................................................ 13 Brake Light .......................................................................................................................................... 13 CAL A vs CAL B Selection Mode ...................................................................................................... 13 Dyno Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 13 Analog Inputs ........................................................................................................................................... 14 Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) ............................................................................................................ 14 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAP) ........................................................................................ 15 Engine Coolant & Transmission Temp Sensors .................................................................................. 16 Speed Inputs ............................................................................................................................................. 17 Power and Ground Connections ............................................................................................................... 17 Outputs ..................................................................................................................................................... 17 Speedometer Drive .............................................................................................................................. 17 Communication ................................................................................................................................... 17 Chapter 2 – Software .................................................................................................................................. 18 Background .............................................................................................................................................. 18 System Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 18 Software Installation ................................................................................................................................ 19 Working with Calibration Files ................................................................................................................ 26 Online vs Offline Mode ............................................................................................................................ 26 TCU Firmware Upgrade? ......................................................................................................................... 26 File Management ...................................................................................................................................... 26 Transmission Setup Verification .............................................................................................................. 30 Analog & Digital Inputs ..................................................................................................................... 30 Speed Inputs/Gearing Chart ............................................................................................................... 31 WOT Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 33 Software Hotkey List ............................................................................................................................... 34 Chapter 3 – Tuning ..................................................................................................................................... 35 Background .............................................................................................................................................. 35 Tuning Limits ........................................................................................................................................... 36 Tuning Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 36 Copy Calibration ...................................................................................................................................... 37 CAL A vs CAL B ..................................................................................................................................... 37 Upshift/Downshift Tables ........................................................................................................................ 38 Load vs Line Pressure .............................................................................................................................. 39 TCC Lockup Parameters .......................................................................................................................... 40 TCC Lockup/Unlock ................................................................................................................................ 41 2 MAA-02004 A41 Operator Manual, Rev A 07/10/14 Chapter 4 – Additional Features ............................................................................................................... 42 WOT Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 42 Dyno Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 43 Datalogging .............................................................................................................................................. 43 Password Protection ................................................................................................................................. 43 Monitor Screen ......................................................................................................................................... 44 Flash Upgrade Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 45 Units Selection ......................................................................................................................................... 46 Toolbar Setup ........................................................................................................................................... 46 Tire Diameter Wizard ............................................................................................................................... 46 TPS Setup Wizard .................................................................................................................................... 47 Wire Harness Diagram ............................................................................................................................. 50 Glossary of Terms ....................................................................................................................................... 52 Full Transmission Controller Specifications ............................................................................................ 58 Outputs ....................................................................................................................................................