Dakota Digital GSS-2000 User Manual

MAN# 650023B
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Universal Gear Shift Sender
GSS-2000
The easiest system to install and use on the market.
The Dakota Digital universal gear shift sender consists of three main components; the sensor,
decoder, and mounting brackets. The sensor mounts to the transmission and converts the transmission
linkage arm position into an electrical signal. The decoder converts the electric signal from the sensor into
the individual outputs for each gear and provides the neutral safety and backup features. The outputs are
selectable for positive or negative outputs. This unit can also support single-wire indicators from Dakota
Digital, Inc. The mounting brackets attach the sensor to the transmission housing and linkage arm.
The only parts of the gear shift sender that are different for the different transmissions are the
mounting brackets. The GM 350, 400, and 700-R4 use the same linkage connector and mounting plate,
but different holes in the mounting plate. The Ford C-6 and C-4 each have different mounting plates and
linkage connectors. For other transmissions, a universal mounting plate is provided.
and 'START' positions
fused +12V with key in 'ON'
To ECM Park-Neutral input (optional)
To neutral safety relay (optional)
To back-up lights (optional)
to sensor RED wire
to sensor GREEN wire
to sensor BLACK wire
to Chassis Ground
BACKUP POWER
GROUND SAFETY
DIM PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL
OVERDRV
DRIVE
SECOND
FIRST
1-WIRE
RED
GREEN
BLACK
Dakota Digital
GSS-2000 DECODER
B.U. PWR GND N.S. SW
DIM PARK REVERSE NEUTRAL OVRDRV DRIVE SECOND FIRST 1-WIRE
INDIVIDUAL
BULBS
STR
SYSTEM
DGS-1
VFD/VHX
SYSTEM
ODYR/SLX
GAUGE
DGS-3
DGS-4
LOKAR
(- OUT)
PARKING
LIGHTS
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
PARK
TERMINAL
REVERSE
TERMINAL
NEUTRAL
TERMINAL
OVRDRV
TERMINAL
DRIVE
TERMINAL
SECOND
TERMINAL
FIRST
TERMINAL
GREEN
WIRE (+)
GRAY
WIRE (+)
PURPLE
WIRE (+)
YELLOW
WIRE (+)
ORANGE
WIRE (+)
BLUE
WIRE (+)
BROWN
WIRE (+)
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
NOT
USED
RED
WIRE (+)
GEAR
TERMINAL
White/Green
WIRE
YELLOW
WIRE
PARKING
LIGHTS
PARKING
LIGHTS
NOT
USED
GREEN
WIRE (+)
NOT
USED
DGS-2
PURPLE
WIRE (-)
YELLOW
WIRE (-)
BLUE
WIRE (-)
BROWN or
NOT USED
ORANGE
or BROWN
WHITE or
ORANGE
GREEN or
WHITE
GRAY
WIRE (+)
PURPLE
WIRE (+)
YELLOW
WIRE (+)
ORANGE
WIRE (+)
BLUE
WIRE (+)
BROWN
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
RED
WIRE (+)
TYPE OF INDICATOR SYSTEM
Programming Switch
Programming LEDs

Dakota Digital GSS-2000 Specifications

General

Type	GPS Speedometer
Power Supply	12V DC
Compatibility	Universal
Display Type	Digital
Purpose	Vehicle speed measurement
Mounting	Dash Mount
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 70°C
Functions	Speed

Summary

Parts List

Connecting the GSS-2000

Connecting Sensor to Decoder

Connect the sensor's wires (RED, GREEN, BLACK) to the corresponding terminals on the decoder.

Connecting to Gear Shift Display

Interface the GSS-2000 with standard or Dakota Digital gear shift indicator displays.

Programming the Gears

Optional Connections

Connecting the Neutral Safety Relay

Wire the neutral safety relay to prevent starting the vehicle in gear.

Connecting Park-Neutral Signal to ECM

Use the SAFETY terminal to provide park/neutral signal to the vehicle's ECM.

Connecting Backup Lights

Wire backup lights to the BACKUP terminal for reverse indication.

Mounting the Gear Shift Sensor

Mounting to GM Transmissions

Specific mounting procedures for GM 350, 400, and 700-R4 transmissions.

Mounting to Ford C-6 Transmission

Detailed instructions for mounting the sensor on a Ford C-6 transmission.

Mounting to Ford C-4 Transmission

Procedures for mounting the sensor on a Ford C-4 transmission linkage.

Troubleshooting Guide

Service and Support

Service and Repair

Information on Dakota Digital's service, repair, and technical consultation.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Details Dakota Digital's warranty for the GSS-2000 product.