AEM 30-2860 Coil-On-Plug COP Conversion Kit User Manual

WARNING:

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WARNING:

AEM Performance Electronics

P/N 30-2860 B Series COP

Conversion Kit

Instruction Manual

This product is legal in California for racing vehicles only and should never be

This installation is not for the tuning novice! Use this system

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with EXTREME
dynamics and the tuning of engine management systems DO
NOT attempt the installation. Refer the installation to an AEM
trained tuning shop. A list of AEM trained tuning shops is
available at www.aemelectronics.com/dealer_locator.php or by
calling 800-423-0046.

NOTE: All supplied AEM calibrations, Wizards and other tuning
information are offered as potential starting points only. IT IS
THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ENGINE TUNER TO
ULTIMATELY CONFIRM THE CALIBRATION IS SAFE FOR ITS
INTENDED USE. AEM holds no responsibility for any engine
damage that results from the misuse or mistuning of this
product!

caution! If you are not well versed in engine

used on public highways.
WARNING: IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIMING BE CONFIRMED ON EACH

CYLINDER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENG INE!

2205 126th Street Unit A, Hawthorne, CA. 90250

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Instruction Part Number: 10-2860 Rev B

 2011 AEM Performance Electronics

KIT CONTENTS

1 x 35-2840 IGNITER W/ BRACKET
1 x 30-3255 HONDA EPM
4 x 30-2850 COIL
1 x 35-3860 B SERIES COP HARNESS
1 x 35-3861 EPM HARNESS
2 x #6 MOUNTING SCREW
2 x DIELECTRIC GREASE

INSTALLATION TIPS

1. Read through the entire manual and instructions before beginning the
installation.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) before beginning any work.

3. Maintain a clean and neat work area throughout the installation.

4. When raising or working under a vehicle, use properly rated stands/jacks.

5. Make sure all connectors are fully seated and inserted.

6. Make sure all components and cables are routed and installed away from any
direct heat sources or sharp objects.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Installation 2

• EMS/ECU Configuration 8

• Jumper Settings 12

• Syncing The EMS Timing 17

• EMS Pin Locations 18

• Connector Pinouts 19

• Factory Tachometer Setup 20

• Specifications 21

• Recommended Parts 21

• Replacement Parts 21

• Warranty 22

INSTALLATION

Removing the Factory Ignition

Remove the spark plug wires from the distributor and cylinder head. Unplug the
distributor from the factory wiring harness and remove the distributor from the engine.
The distributor is held in place by three mounting bolts. See Figure 1 below.

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Figure 1. Factory Distributor

Figure 2. Factory Distributor

Remove the retaining clip from the drive gear and remove the pin, drive gear, and shim.
Save the parts as they will be reused on the EPM. See Figures 2 and 3 below.

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Figure 3. Retaining Clip, Pin, Drive Gear, and Shim (left to right)

Figure 4. EPM with Shim, Drive Gear, Pin, and Retaining Clip Installed

Removed from Distribut or

AEM Engine Position Module (EPM)

Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to the shaft on the EPM and install the shim,
drive gear, pin, and retaining clip. See Figure 4 below.

Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to the O-ring on the EPM and install the EPM
as shown below in Figure 5. Secure the EPM using one of the stock distributor bolts
and washers.

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Figure 5. EPM Installed on B Series Engine
Figure 6. Coils Installed in Cylinder Head

Coils

With the factory plug wires removed, apply a small a mo unt o f diel ectric grease inside
the boot of the coils and install the coils on the spark plugs. Make sure the coils are
fully seated in the head and on the spark plugs. See Figure 6 below.

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B Series COP Harness

Figure 7. B Series COP Harness Connected to Coils

Figure 8. Igniter Mounted and Connected to B Series COP Harness

Lay the B Series COP harness over the cylinder head and connect the coil connectors
to the coils. See Figure 7 below. Make sure the connectors ar e fully seated and locked
into position.

Route the harness through the engine bay, away from any high heat sources and sharp
objects. The branch labeled “EMS” should be routed towards the ECU. The branch
labeled “Power” should be routed towards the power source.

Igniter

With the harness routed, find a suitable mounting location for the igniter and mount the
igniter. Two #6 screws are supplied for mounting the igniter to the firewall or engine
bay. Connect the two igniter connectors from the harness to the igniter. Make sure the
connectors are fully seated and locked into position. See Figure 8 below.

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EPM Harness

Figure 9. EPM Harness Connected to EPM

Connect the 4-pin connector on the EPM harness to the mating connector on t he EPM .
Make sure the connector is fully seated and locked into position. Route the harness
through the engine bay, away from any high heat sources and sharp objects, towards
the ECU. See Figure 9 below.

Wiring

EPM Harness
RED – EPM Power, Connect to 12 volts
BLACK – EPM Ground, connect to ground
GREEN – Crank Signal, connect to crank input on EMS/ECU
WHITE – Cam Signal, connect to cam input in EMS/ECU
DRAIN WIRE – Connect to power ground/drain in EMS/ECU

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