Edelbrock 71001 Installation Manual

Manual is about: PERFORMER SERIES NITROUS SYSTEM FOR 2002-LATER ACURA RSX, RSX TYPE S, AND 2003 HONDA CIVIC Si

Summary of 71001

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    Thank you…. …for purchasing an edelbrock nitrous oxide injection system. Nitrous oxide injection is one of the most exciting performance enhancements, for the dollar invested, on the market today. With the use of nitrous oxide come some important safety considerations. This manual has been written t...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 1 of 21 performer series nitrous system for 2002-later acura rsx, rsx type s, and 2003 honda civic si catalog #71001 table of contents page # a. Before you install your edelbrock nitrous system . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 3: Caution!!

    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 2 of 21 caution!! Before you install your edelbrock nitrous system… please read this installation manual fully before installing this system. You will need to have available the following tools: hand tools ❑ socket set in...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 3 of 21 what is nitrous oxide? Nitrous oxide is a cryogenic gas composed of nitrogen and oxygen molecules. It is stored as a “gas over a liquid” which means that both liquid and gaseous nitrous oxide is delivered into you...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 4 of 21 1.0 introduction to your edelbrock performer nitrous system ….About this manual! Within the pages of this manual is information, safety tips and operation instructions for your new edelbrock nitrous system. Watch ...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 5 of 21 1.2 jet map information edelbrock engineering has conducted dyno testing with the 2002-later acura rsx performer nitrous system to ensure the horsepower increase provided by the nitrous system is as intended. On a...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 6 of 21 qty. Description nozzle and nozzle hardware 1 nitrous nozzle 1 nitrous nozzle bulkhead body bolt 1 nitrous nozzle bulkhead concave nut solenoids and solenoid hardware 1 performer nitrous solenoid 1 performer fuel ...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 7 of 21 2.0 performer series nitrous system installation 2.1 nitrous bottle mounting the nitrous oxide storage cylinder is typically called a “nitrous bottle”. It is an aluminum cylinder, designed and manufactured to with...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 8 of 21 2.2 nitrous bottle mounting instructions accurate calibration of your nitrous system depends on the bottle remaining at a stable temperature. Choosing the proper location and orientation for your bottle can greatl...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 9 of 21 2.4 nitrous bottle installation after you have determined the location and orientation of the nitrous bottle, use the following procedure to install the bottle: 2.4.1 street car installations 1. Disconnect vehicle...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 10 of 21 2.5 nitrous feed line mounting 1. Determine the route your main nitrous feed line will follow. Ensure the path does not route the nitrous feed line too close to the exhaust system, suspension, electrical lines/co...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 11 of 21 2.6.1 nitrous solenoid mounting and installation 1. Hold the nitrous solenoid securely (such as in a bench vise) being careful not to harm the solenoid or block the inlet or outlet of the solenoid. 2. Install nit...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 12 of 21 shown above is the correct and incorrect nozzle depth. Be certain that the nozzle protrudes as shown to prevent severe engine damage. If the nozzle does not protrude far enough, the fuel outlet will be blocked, c...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 13 of 21 2.8 fuel line installation before performing any of these steps, relieve the fuel pressure in the vehicles fuel system. 1. Remove the engine cover shield and intake boot to gain access to the fuel line. 2. Locate...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 14 of 21 3.1 nitrous electrical components bill of materials (bom) 3.2 nomenclature descriptions: ato… the fuse configuration is ato. When replacing this fuse, ask for an ato fuse. “a”… amperage. Important: the wiring har...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corpora tion rev . 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 ca talog #71001 p a ge 15 of 21 batter y + _ fuse socket socket relay switched +12v arming switch 14 13 15 11 7 12 8 16 1 8 8 10 11 2 3 4 6 5 red white black supply volts on acc ground _ ground ground ground (2) (2) (2) microswitch w arnin...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 16 of 21 3.4 nitrous electrical system installation procedures determine the location of the relay and fuse holder wire harness. Most common installations locate these components inside the driver’s compartment and close ...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 17 of 21 3.6 arming switch and installation the arming switch is a red, lighted switch that is a “master” arming switch for your nitrous system. Without it, your nitrous system would be “on” all of the time and capable of...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 18 of 21 3.7 microswitch installation and wiring (continued) the bolts used to attach the microswitch have extra length to allow for spacing the microswitch away from the bracket to offer a level of adjustability of the m...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 19 of 21 5.0 troubleshooting and routine maintenance how to use our troubleshooting flowchart: the troubleshooting of a nitrous system is basic and straightforward. The symptom chart is divided by symptom, cause and actio...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 20 of 21 6. Inadequate nitrous supply. A. Weigh bottle. 1. Bottle should be 10 lbs. Above empty bottle weight listed on bottle label when full. B. Check bottle pressure. 1. Maintain 900-950 psi for optimum system performa...

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    ©2002 edelbrock corporation rev. 9/02 brochure no. 63-0142 catalog #71001 page 21 of 21 6.0 solenoid inspection and maintenance. 1. Close valve on nitrous bottle. 2. Make sure all nitrous supply lines are free of pressure before removal of any system solenoid. A. Empty main nitrous supply line at th...