MSD 6010 Installation

MSD LS-1/LS-6 Controller

for Carbureted and EFI Gen III Engines

PN 6010

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Parts Included

1 – Ignition Controller, PN 6010 1 – Pro-Data+ Software CD 1 – Harness 1 – Parts Bag 6 – Timing Modules

WARNING: During installation, disconnect the battery cables. When Disconnecting, always remove

the Negative cable ﬁrst and install it last.

Note: Solid core spark plug wires or non-resistor spark plugs cannot be used with an MSD Ignition

Control.

Optional Accessories

Hand Held Monitor, PN 7550 Harness for Intake Mounting, PN 60101 Factory EFI Harness, PN 8886

CARBURETOR

The PN 6010 Ignition Controller is designed for GM Gen III engines that have been retro-ﬁt with an intake manifold and carburetor. The Controller can also be used in stock, EFI applications, by using accessory Harness PN 8886. The factory coils or MSD Coil, PN 8245, must be used. The Controller is supplied with a wiring harness that connects to the factory connectors for a simple installation. A shorter harness designed for mounting the unit on the intake manifold is available as PN 60101.

EFI

This Controller can also be used in stock, EFI applications, by using accessory Harness PN 8886. This Harness allows the PN 6010 Controller to tap into the sensor signals without interrupting the OEM ECU. The ECU and coils operate as normal while the PN 6010 controls the timing and rpm.

OPERATION

The MSD Controller offers several programmable features that allow rpm and timing adjustments. This can be achieved through the supplied Pro-Data+ software via a PC or with the optional Hand Held Programmer, PN 7550. Timing adjustments and selections can also be made with plug-in modules. Software installation, operation and the programmable features of the Controller are explained in detail in this document. More information can be found in the Pro-Data+ Software Help section.

MOUNTING

The Controller is designed to be mounted under the hood or on the ﬁrewall. Do not mount the unit near exhaust, upside down or seal the base as that leaves no way for any moisture to escape the unit. Four vibration mounts are supplied to mount the unit. Find a suitable location, conﬁrm that all of the wires reach their connections. Mark the mounting hole locations using the unit. Drill the holes with a 3/16" bit.

WIRING

All of the wiring, except four wires, are routed into factory style connectors to ensure an easy installation. The wire descriptions follow in the chart on pages 2 and 3.

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2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

LOOSE WIRES

BLACK/GRAY Pin-A/B Ground. Connect to a ground source, such as the engine or battery negative.

PINK Pin-C On/Off wire. Connect to a switched 12 volt source.

YELLOW Tach Signal. Provides a 12 volt square wave signal.

CRANKSHAFT SENSOR, 3-PIN

ORANGE/YELLOW

BROWN Pin-B Sensor Ground

PINK Pin-C 12 Volt Supply

CAMSHAFT SENSOR, 3-PIN

BROWN/WHITE Pin-A Cam Sensor Signal

BROWN Pin-B Sensor Ground

PINK Pin-C 12 Volt Supply

MAP CONNECTOR, 3-PIN (OPTIONAL)

BROWN Pin-A Sensor Ground

LT. GREEN Pin-B MAP Sensor Signal

ORANGE Pin-C 5 Volt Supply

COIL CONNECTOR, CYLINDERS 2, 4, 6, 8

BLACK Pin-A Ground

RED/GREEN Pin-B Coil-2

BROWN/GREEN

BROWN Pin-E Sensor Ground

Pin-A Crank Sensor Signal

Pin-C Coil-4

WHITE/BLUE Pin-F Coil-6

VIOLET/BLUE Pin-G Coil-8

PINK Pin-H 12 Volt Supply

Note: Pin-D is not used

COIL CONNECTOR, CYLINDERS 1, 3, 5, 7

BLACK Pin-A Ground

RED Pin-B Coil-7

GREEN Pin-C Coil-5

BROWN Pin-E Sensor Ground

LT. BLUE Pin-F Coil-3

VIOLET Pin-G Coil-1

PINK Pin-H 12 Volt Supply

Note: Pin-D is not used

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3

2-PIN CONNECTOR, ACCESSORIES

PINK Pin-A Step Retard. When 12-volts are supplied, the Sw Retard is activated.

BLUE Pin-B Two-Step. When 12-volts are supplied, the RevLO rpm value is active.

16-PIN CONNECTOR WIRE LOCATION

GRAY Pin-A Ground

PINK Pin-B 12 Volt Supply

BROWN/WHITE Pin-C Cam Sensor Signal

RED/GREEN Pin-D Coil-2

BROWN/GREEN

WHITE/BLUE Pin-F Coil-6

VIOLET/BLUE Pin-G Coil-8

YELLOW Pin-H Tach

BROWN Pin-J Sensor Ground

LT. GREEN Pin-K MAP Sensor Signal

RED Pin-L Coil-7

GREEN Pin-M Coil-5

LT. BLUE Pin-N Coil-3

VIOLET Pin-P Coil-1

ORANGE/YELLOW

ORANGE Pin-S 5 Volt Supply

Pin-E Coil-4

Pin-R Crank Sensor Signal

Figure 1 Wiring the MSD Gen III Controller.

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