429 Understanding
the RV8 Engine Management System Dave
Morris, John Anthistle and John Hale have produced a detailed note on the operation
and maintenance of the 'brain' behind their fuel injection system. Their article
delves into some of the details of the engine management system, fault detection
and diagnosis. They also explore the options for owners who want to upgrade by
'chipping' or 'remapping' their engines. Some basic knowledge is assumed so anyone
unfamiliar with Electronic Fuel Injection and Engine Management Systems and their
terminology should first read Nic Houslip's excellent article
introducing the ECU in the RV8. See the full article as RV8NOTE429
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|  Above:
with the engine running the diagnostic screen will show the state of the main
sensors and which part of the fuel map is in use. Left:
inside the ECU. Feedback on the article to Dave
Morris. |