SECTION 2 ILMOR MV8 OWNER’S MANUAL
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Boat/Engine Interface Wiring
WARNING! Never realign the wiring or in any way alter the wiring
of the MV8 engine. e electrical system of the MV8 is primarily
self-contained in a preassembled unit. e interface with boat wiring
follows established practices and conforms to regulatory guidelines.
Every reasonable eort has been made to make the electrical connection
simplied and straightforward. Consumers are strongly encouraged to seek
assistance from certied Ilmor dealers when dealing with electrical issues.
ENGINE SENSORS
e MV8 is a reliable, well-running engine with several sensors that
monitor performance while the engine is running. Among the sensors
are the throttle position, manifold absolute pressure (MAP), camsha
position, cranksha position, coolant temperature, knock, oxygen, catalytic
converter exhaust, oil pressure and oil temperature.
Oen issues will be brought to the consumer’s attention by way of alarms.
Most sensors trip alarms, whether audible or visual on the gauges. No
warning should be ignored. Consumers are urged to take the boat to
a certied Ilmor dealership for analysis if or when a malfunction is
suspected.
NOTICE: Always pay attention to the audio and visual alarms. Boats are
equipped with a variety of audible and visual alarms that alert operators
to potential performance issues. No alarm, whether it sounds an alert
or provides information on the gauges, should ever be ignored. The
drive train’s sensors are often the earliest indication of problems, and
if ignored, may result in serious damage to the equipment. This is not
covered under warranty.