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Unisteer ELECTRA-STEER 8051510 User Manual

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KIT NUMBER 8051510
YAMAHA RHINO Electric Steering Installation Manual
Thank you for purchasing our ELECTRA-STEER™ 12v electric assist
power steering system. Please carefully read this instruction sheet
entirely before you begin to install the system.
Remember before beginning installation, to insure that you are in a
well lit, organized work area. Engage the parking brake, disconnect
the battery until power is needed and chock or block the rear wheels
to insure the vehicle is stable.
Full refund will NOT be granted to any kits that are
damaged, scratched, or altered in any fashion.
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Unisteer ELECTRA-STEER 8051510 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandUnisteer
ModelELECTRA-STEER 8051510
CategoryAutomobile Parts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Safety Precautions

Product Welcome and Refund Policy

Welcomes the user and outlines the refund policy for kits that are damaged, scratched, or altered.

Installation Preparation and Kit Contents

Installation Tips for U-Joint Alignment

Recommends leaving U-Joint pinch bolts loose until motor mounting for proper alignment.

Tools Required for Installation

Lists all necessary tools, including drills, wrenches, sockets, and torque wrench.

Steering Shaft Preparation

Initial Steering Wheel and Wheel Alignment

Instructs to center the steering wheel and align wheels straight before starting.

Removing and Trimming Steering Shaft

Details removing the original steering shaft and trimming 1/8" from its tip for clearance.

Module Removal and Shaft Assembly

Removing the Control Module

Guides on how to remove the control module from the frame using bolts.

Shaft Phasing and Alignment Marks

Explains that shafts are phased and marked for correct reinstallation.

Mounting the Motor and Module Assembly

Color Band Orientation for Splines

Specifies pink bands face vehicle splines and white bands face motor splines.

Installing Motor and Module Assembly

Details installing the assembled motor and module onto the frame and steering shaft.

Securing the Assembly and Shafts

Tightening Mounting Bracket Bolts

Instructs to install stock bolts and tighten 6mm bracket bolts, potentially leaving one out for clearance.

Installing Lower Shaft and Pinch Bolts

Guides on installing the lower shaft and pinch bolts, checking for binding.

Frame Modification and Bolt Installation

Drilling Additional Frame Holes

Describes drilling two extra 3/8" holes in the frame using the bracket as a pilot.

Securing with Bolts and Torque

Details installing bolts, washers, and nuts, torquing to 20 ft. lbs.

Final Assembly and LED Installation

Re-installing Module and Bracket

Guides on re-installing the module and bracket using supplied bolts, torquing to 15 ft. lbs.

Drilling Dash for LED Indicator

Instructs to drill a 1/2" hole on the dash for the LED indicator light.

Final Component Installation

Tightening U-Joint Bolts

Specifies tightening the u-joint bolts to 20 ft.lbs.

Installing Rubber Splash Shield

Details fitting the splash shield over the motor and drilling holes for trim tabs.

Wiring the Electra-Steer Kit

Connecting Power and Ground Wires

Explains connecting the red wire to positive 12V and the black wire to ground, with a 30A fuse recommended.

Diagnostic and Indicator Wires

Describes the purpose of the white wire for diagnostics and suggests soldering connections.

Wiring Details and Special Notes

Wiring for LED and Diagnostic Signals

Covers connections for the LED indicator and diagnostic wires (purple/brown, orange, green), and unused wires (yellow/blue).

Yamaha Rhino Supplement for Early Models

Instructions for early models: shaft removal, unit placement, securing, shaft installation, clearance check, frame modification.

Final Installation Steps and Overheat Protection

Securing Early Model Supplement Components

Details installing bolts, notching frame, and torquing pinch bolts for early model installations.

Overheat Shutdown and Wire Notes

Explains the unit's overheat shutdown feature and notes on wire substitutions.

Module Wiring Diagram and Diagnosis

Module Wiring Connections

Diagram showing module connections to steering motor, power, ground, and LED.

Electra Steer Diagnosis and Code Clearing

Procedure for reading and clearing trouble codes using the LED and diagnostic wires.

Troubleshooting and Support

Trouble Code Interpretation

Chart mapping trouble codes to potential problems like motor malfunction or sensor errors.

Contact Information and Website

Provides company contact details, address, phone number, and website for support.