Detroit Diesel DDEC VI Application and Installation Manual

This document is a guideline for qualified personnel. Detroit Diesel Corporation makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document and disclaims all liability or other responsibility for the design, manufacture or installation of these ancillary systems, or the preparation or distribution to users of appropriate information regarding these systems. The information contained in this document may not be complete and is subject to change without notice.

Detroit Diesel DDEC VI On-Highway Detroit Diesel Corporation has produced electronically controlled engines over the past decade. DDEC IV, the fourth generation electronic engine controller, offers improved engine control and a more extensive range of engine and vehicle options.

The detail provided will facilitate the following:

1. The selection of features and settings, based on individual applications
2. The fabrication and installation of a vehicle interface harness, based on individual applications
3. The communication of messages & data between sensors and various electronic control modules within the installation
4. The use of industry standard tools to obtain engine data and diagnostic information, as well as to reprogram key parameters

The manual is arranged as follows:

1. The initial portion covers the installation, beginning with an overview, followed by hardware and wiring requirements and available features.
2. The second portion covers communication protocol.
3. The third portion covers the tools capable of obtaining engine data and diagnostic
4. information from the Electronic Control Module, as well as reprogramming of its key parameters.
5. The fourth portion covers application specific recommendations.
6. The final portion summarizes detailed information on codes and kit availability.

Detroit Diesel DDEC VI This manual does not cover the installation of the engine itself into various applications. For this, the reader should refer to the specific engine application and installation manual. This manual is intended for those with an electrical background. A simple installation may require a basic understanding of electrical circuits while a more comprehensive electrical/electronics background is required to access all of DDEC IV's capability.