MAN#650503D
Vacuum/Boost setup.
If a Vacuum/Boost sensor is connected to one of the channels, there is an additional step to correct for
atmospheric pressure offsets due to elevation. After the BIM unit and sensor are connected and working, turn on the
ignition key without starting the engine and wait for 30 seconds. This will zero out the Vacuum/Boost sensor.
Troubleshooting quick tips:
While the BIM is operating normally, the status light will flash green.
A steady green indicates it is powered up but not receiving any bus activity.
A flashing yellow-red (steady red with a flashing green) indicates an open or shorted temperature sensor connection.
A green flash-red flash indicates the BIM is currently selected in the gauge setup menu.
A green-red-red flash indicates an ID conflict with another connected BIM.
Troubleshooting guide.
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
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Sensor does not show on
PWR wire does not have power.
Connect to a location that has power.
gauge readout.
GND wire does not have a good
Connect to a different ground location.
BIM will not light up at all.
ground.
Power/data harness is damaged.
Inspect harness. Repair or replace any damaged areas.
Module is damaged.
Return for service. (see instructions)
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Sensor does not show on
Interface cable is not connected.
Connect the supplied 3.5mm data cable between the module and
gauge readout.
the gauge control box.
BIM has a steady green
Interface cable is loose.
Make sure both ends of the cable are seated in securely.
light.
Another BIM is set with the same
Test module works when connected to control box alone. Change ID
channel ID.
on one of the modules so each module uses a unique ID.
On VHX systems, the BIM display
Follow instructions in VHX manual to enable the BIM display screen.
for this channel is disabled.
Sensor does not show on
Another BIM is set with the same
Test module works when connected to control box alone. Change ID
gauge readout.
channel ID.
on one of the modules so each module uses a unique ID.
BIM light is flashing
green-red-red
Gauge lights up, but does
Loose connection on sensor wires.
Inspect and reconnect wires.
not read correctly.
Connector not seated on sensor.
Reattach the sensor plug, making sure the locking tab clicks in place.
Channel sensor label setup is incorrect. Change label by entering BIM setup through gauge system.
Voltage or wiring problem in the
Check wiring harness for loose or damaged wires.
vehicle wiring harness.
Vacuum/Boost sensor is not zeroed.
Turn on the ignition key without starting the engine and wait for 30 seconds.
Gauge lights up, but displays SND terminal is shorted to ground.
Check wire for damaged insulation. Replace if necessary.
“---”.
Sender is damaged.
Replace sender.
Gauge lights up, but displays Sender is not connected to gauge.
Connect SND terminal on gauge to sender terminal.
“EEE”.
Wire between gauge and sender is
Test and replace wire.
broken.
Sender is damaged.
Replace sender.
Module is damaged.
Return module for service. (see instructions)
Sensor voltage tests:
(test with BIM powered and sensor connected.)
red wire: 4.5
– 5.0 V
white wire: 0.4
– 4.5V (0.4 – 0.6V with 0 psi)
black wire: 0 volts
With the SEN-09-6 vacuum/boost sensor the 0 psi gauge value will be approximately 1.0
– 1.2V depending on the
barometric pressure and altitude.
