MSD 6010 Installation

MSD LS-1/LS-6 Controller

for Carbureted and EFI Gen III Engines

PN 6010

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Parts Included		Optional Accessories
1	– Ignition Controller, PN 6010	Hand Held Monitor, PN 7550
1	– Pro-Data+ Software CD	Harness for Intake Mounting, PN 60101
1	– Harness	Factory EFI Harness, PN 8886
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.

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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			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	Pin-A	Crank Sensor Signal
	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	Pin-C	Coil-4
	BROWN	Pin-E	Sensor Ground
	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

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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

Pin-E

Coil-4

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

Pin-R

Crank Sensor Signal

ORANGE

Pin-S

5 Volt Supply

Figure 1 Wiring the MSD Gen III Controller.

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