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The Atom comes supplied with stickers, a quickstart guide, a mounting bracket The Monsoon comes supplied with stickers, a quickstart guide, a mounting bracket and
and a USB tuning cable. a USB tuning cable.
Requires an 'A Loom' or 'A Pin Kit', not supplied. Requires an 'A Loom' or 'A connector kit, not supplied.
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If it is value for money you are after, the Storm is the ECU for you.
The Storm offers most of the advanced G4+ tuning features, at an extremely competitive price. The Kurofune is Link’s first G4+ ECU built to run off adapter looms.
The Storm has more inputs (digital, analogue and temp), as well as more outputs than the Atom and Monsoon. The Kurofune is a direct replacement for a common aftermarket Japanese ECU, but with significantly more functionality and user configurability than the
Its 8 Injector drives and 8 ignition drives allows sequential injection and direct spark on engines up to 8 cylinders. ECU it replaces. Sharing the same connector footprint and pinout to this ECU means there are already a host of aftermarket adapter looms that will allow
the Kurofune to plug straight in.
If it is Traction control, E-throttle or Peak and Hold injection you are after, consider an Xtreme or Fury.
Special hardware features included in the Kurofune, such as differential trigger inputs and analogue outputs which can be used to emulate a MAF
or oxygen sensor, makes it Link’s most suitable ECU for “piggy back” type installs.
The Storm comes supplied with stickers, a quickstart guide, a mounting bracket and a USB tuning cable. The Kurofune comes supplied with stickers,
Requires an 'A' & 'B' Looms or 'A' & 'B' Pin Kits, not supplied. a quickstart guide and a USB tuning cable.
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The Xtreme is a premium ECU with more inputs, outputs and features. The Fury is a premium ECU with Onboard Digital Wideband.
The Xtreme has Peak and Hold Injection, built in E-throttle and all the advanced features including Anti-lag, Cruise Like the Xtreme, the Fury offers all the features you have come to expect from one of Link’s world leading
Control and Traction Control. premium ECU’s, but with Onboard Digital Wideband.
With 8 Peak and Hold Injector drives and 8 ignition drives the Xtreme can control up to 4 rotors or 8 cylinders with With 8 Peak and Hold injector drives and 6 ignition drives the Fury can control up to 3 rotors or 6 cylinders with sequential
sequential injection and direct spark. The Xtreme is a great choice for professional level motorsport or more demanding injection and direct spark, making it a great choice for professional level motorsport or more demanding road car applications.
road car applications.
If it is even more inputs, outputs and features you are after, consider the Thunder.
If it is Onboard Digital Wideband Lambda Control you are after, consider the Fury.
The Xtreme comes supplied with stickers, a quickstart guide, a mounting bracket and a USB tuning cable. The Fury comes supplied with stickers, a quickstart guide, a mounting bracket and a USB tuning cable.
Requires 'A' & 'B' Looms or 'A' & 'B' Pin Kits, not supplied. Requires 'A' & 'B' Looms or 'A' & 'B' Pin Kits, not supplied.
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The Thunder is our biggest, most advanced ECU yet. The Force GDI is our first ECU built specially to control Gasoline
The Thunder is designed for high end applications requiring maximum performance, flexibility and tuning control. The Direct Injection engines.
Thunder has more inputs, more outputs and more features than any other Link ECU.
As well as full GDI control, the Force GDI offers Onboard digital wideband, E-throttle control, high voltage
injector and high pressure fuel pump management, plus all the other features you have come to expect from one of Link’s world leading ECUs.
The Thunder has all the features found on other LinkECU's plus onboard 3 Axis Accelerometer, two
EGT Thermocouple Inputs, two Onboard Lambda Controllers and two E-throttle Controllers. The Force GDI can control up to 4 cylinders with direct injection and direct spark.
If it is Direct Injection you are after, consider the Force GDI. Please confirm with LinkECU's global tech support team if your engine is supported before purchasing.
SPEC OVERVIEW:
Xtreme: 130mm (5.11”) SPEC OVERVIEW:
Inputs Communications
Inputs Communications
• 16‡ x Digital inputs • 2 x Thirty four pin, waterproof connectors
• 4 x Temperature inputs • 2 x Twenty eight pin, waterproof connectors • 8/10† x Digital inputs • 2 x Thirty four pin, waterproof connectors
4 x Temperature inputs • 2 x CAN bus
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• 16 x Analogue inputs • 2 x CAN bus •
• 2 x Trigger inputs • 1 x Serial (RS232) connection • 11 x Analogue inputs • 1 x Serial (RS232) connection
Thunder: 212mm (8.346”)
• 2 x Knock inputs • 1 x USB tuning connection • 2 x Trigger inputs • 1 x USB tuning connection
2 x LSU 4.9 Wideband lambda sensor inputs • 2 x Knock inputs •
•
2 x K Type Thermocouple inputs Advanced features not found • 1 x LSU 4.9 Wideband Advanced features found only on the Force GDI
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on the Xtreme or Fury lambda sensor input • 4 high voltage Boost/Peak/Hold GDI injector drives,
‡6 are high speed differential type for ABS sensors etc user definable voltage, current and durations.
• 2 x Onboard digital wideband lambda †2 inputs required when using 2nd CAN Bus
controllers, no separate box required. • 1 Spill valve/GDI pump driver, peak & hold or
Outputs Higher accuracy, simple setup and long sensor saturated mode. User definable current.
Outputs
• 8 x Peak and Hold injection drives life are some of the advantages compared to Physical
8 x Ignition drivers a separate analogue input wideband device. • 4 x High voltage injector drivers
• (60V 10/5A Peak/Hold Current)
20* x Auxiliary outputs • Dimensions: 185mm(L) x 130mm(W) x 40mm(H) (without looms)
• • 2 x Fully programmable E-throttle
+5V Sensor power supply controls complete with capability of gear • 1 x GDI pump/Spill valve driver • Weight: 680 grams
• (11.8/6A Peak/Hold)
• +8V Sensor power supply shift throttle blip and antilag (for engines
with 2 electronic throttle bodies). • 4 x Ignition drivers
• 10 x Auxiliary outputs
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*unused fuel and ignition drives can be
• 2 x K type thermocouple EGT inputs
used as additional Aux outputs – direct connection of EGT sensors • +5V Sensor power supply
with no extra interface box. • +8V Sensor power supply
Physical
• Dimensions: 180mm(L) x 210mm(W) x 40mm(H) (without looms) *unused fuel and ignition drives can be
• Weight: 1,060 grams used as additional Aux outputs
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Requires 'A' & 'B' Looms or 'A' & 'B' Pin Kits and possibly 'C' & 'D' Pin Kits, not supplied. Requires 'A' & 'B' Looms or 'A' & 'B' Pin Kits, not supplied. 11
s Take the hassle out of aftermarket Engine Management. All LINK PlugIN ECUs run the same powerful micro controller and firmware as the G4+ Xtreme,
EC U giving you More Horsepower, Launch Control, Traction Control, Gear Shift Control, Anti-Lag,
PlugIN ECUs are a standalone plug in replacement for your factory ECU, with no wiring Boost Control and much more.
needed and are shipped with base maps for a tuner head start.
MODEL DESCRIPTION PART # MODEL DESCRIPTION PART #
Audi Nissan
TTLink VWAG 1.8l Turbo e-throttle (A3 1.8T; A4 1.8T) TT+ 300ZLink Nissan 300ZX Z32 N300+
S2000Link Honda S200 AP1 HS2K+ WRXLink (3-4) Subaru WRX & STI V3-4 (1997-1998) WRX4+
WRXLink (5-6) Subaru WRX & STI V5-6 (1999-2000) WRX6+
Mazda
RX7Link (S6)* Mazda RX7 Series 6 (1992-1995) RX7S6+ WRXLink (7-9) Subaru WRX & STI V7-9 (2000-2007) 2.0l WRX9+
RX7Link (S7)* Mazda RX7 Series 7-8 (1996-2002) RX7S7+ WRXLink (04) Subaru WRX & STI V10 04-06 (2004-2006) 2.5l WRX104+
MX5Link Mazda MX5 1600-1800 (NA chassis code only) MX5+ WRXLink (07) Subaru WRX & STI V10 (2006-2007) 2.5l WRX107+
Mini Toyota
MiniLink BMW Mini R53 MINI+ AltezzaLink Toyota Altezza 3SGE (1998-2001) TALT+
FJ100Link Landcruiser FZJ100 TFZJ100+
Mitsubishi
EVOLink (I–III) Mitsubishi EVO 1-3 (1992-1996) EVO3+ JZXLink Toyota Chaser JZX100, 1JZ-GTE T1JZ+
EVOLink (IV–VIII) Mitsubishi EVO 4-8 (1996-2002) EVO8+ MR2Link V1 Toyota MR2 SW20 Rev 1 & Celica ST185 3SGTE TST185+
EVOLink (IX) Mitsubishi EVO 9 (2005-2007) EVO9+ MR2Link V3 Toyota MR2 SW20 Rev 2-3 & Celica ST205 3SGTE TST205+
VR4Link Mitsubishi Galant VR4, & Mitsubishi Eclipse & SupraLink* Toyota Supra 2JZ, non VVT TS2JZ+
If you are unsure if the above PlugIN will fit your vehicle, get your Link ECU dealer to check the pinout information in PC Link.
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Tuning is done via Link's free PC Link software which
ING allows real time configuration of all functions and advanced
TUN features packed into every Link ECU.
Link Engine Management have a range of accessories
to help you truely unleash the potential of your engine.
FEATURES
>> Compatible with all G4+ based ECUs >> Large number of different “views” for
>> The most comprehensive, integrated displaying ECU and log data
>> Advanced time saving tuning features and shortcuts
ECU tuning and logging software
Looms from 400mm to 5m Plug Kits
>> Compatible with all Windows (XP to W10) >> Single key access to all critical runtime values
>> Mouse or Keyboard driven >> Single key to convert metric-imperial
>> Fully configurable multi-page layout >> Alternate between English and Japanese languages Driver Displays MAP Sensors 1.15, 2.5, 3, 4, 5 and 6.5 bar
ECU CONFIGURATION GAUGES
>> Logically organised tree style navigation of ECU settings >> A variety of configurable gauge types
CAN Cables Ethanol Content Sensors
>> Comprehensive help file >> Highly visible warnings
TUNING LOGGING
Inlet Air Temperature Sensors Fluid Temperature Sensors
>> Pop-out settings menu that saves screen space >> Record, save, download and
>> Interactive 3D surface graph analyse data log files Exhaust Oxygen Sensors Fluid Pressure Sensors
>> Multiple table display >> Customisable colour themes
>> Configurable gauges, plotting and runtime values >> Log analysis views: Time Plot,
>> Warnings and Status Information Navigator, XY Plot, Statistics, Exhaust Temperature Probes Boost Control Solenoids
Histogram, Value List, Parameter List
>> All runtime displays automatically change based on selected table
>> Overlay and offset laps and
files for comparison Three Channel Ignitors Knock Sensors
>> Global time and cursor linking
>> Record, analyse and compare
logs while tuning an ECU
Trigger Wheels Tuning Tools
AND MORE!!!
For full details, please visit: www.linkecu.com/products/accessories
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Link's new G4+ external Drive by Wire module works with the Storm, Kurofune
and PlugIN ECUs to give you full control of your throttle set-up, allowing a faster more Link’s new CAN-Lambda is an easy to use CAN-module that provides
precise throttle response. digital wideband sensor control via CAN bus and is compatible with all
leading aftermarket ECUs.
The CAN-Lambda’s ability to measure the proportion of oxygen in CONNECTORS
exhaust gases makes it an essential tool for accurately tuning fuel >> 1 x 4 pin male DTM connector (power/CAN)
The G4+ KnockBlock is an essential tool for tuning and can aid in the will eliminate any loss of signal, risk, delays and errors that
analogue alternatives cause. The CAN-Lambda never requires
early detection of incorrect ignition timing, lean air / fuel mixtures and
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free air calibration.
C K BL mechanical issues.
KNO
FEATURES OPERATING WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
>> Listen to one or two knock sensors >> Install the knock sensor/s in a suitable location >> G4+ KnockBlock
>> Special filtering design improves signal to noise ratio on the engine (typically on a solid mounting >> 2 sensor looms (attached)
point on the block near the cylinder head)
>> Can be used with ear buds, ear phones >> 1 headphone loom (attached)
LINK
>> If only using one sensor, leave the unused
and noise cancelling ear muffs
CK
>> Quick Start Guide
sensor cable disconnected
KNO
>> Long life lithium rechargeable battery >> 1 USB cable mini
>> Turn the volume control clockwise until it clicks. The LED
>> Can be used to interface directly to a laptop for recording of engine
noise or knock sensor frequency analysis (using PCLink G4+)
indicator will turn blue when the KnockBlock is operating >> 2 Bosch type doughnut The G4 KnockLink Digital Warning is designed for
both street and race use and is the only self calibrating
>> Turn the volume to the minimum setting (most anti-clockwise) OEM knock sensors
>> Rugged CNC aluminium enclosure >> 2 small Link Engine
>> Connect headphones to the 3.5mm audio jack
>> Flying lead headphones connector
>> Run the engine and carefully increase the volume
Management stickers knock warning instrument on the market.
>> Can be used with all OEM knock sensors
(clockwise) until engine mechanical noise can be
heard. Adjust to a comfortable listening volume
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Below is a list of terms used in this catalogue and their meanings
E-throttle (aka Drive by Wire) electronically connects the accelerator pedal to the throttle valve using an electronic system that
Analogue Inputs can be wired to any type of analogue input such as a MAP sensor or Throttle Position Sensor. Analogue replace a mechanical linkage.
sensors will output a signal in the range of 0v to 5v.
Fuel Equations are methods of calculating the fuel requirements of the engine.
Antilag is a feature used on turbocharged engines to minimise turbo lag. It works by igniting fuel and air in the exhaust
before the turbo to keep the turbo spinning when the engine is not delivering enough exhaust gas. When anti-lag is on, Gear Shift Control is a feature that allows the driver to change gear without taking their foot off the accelerator. The ECU
gunshot sounds and flames can come from the exhaust. cuts ignition or fuel during gear shifts and blips the throttle during downshifts.
Auxiliary Outputs are general-purpose outputs that may be used to control various functions including a Relay, a Shift GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) is a type of fuel injection where the fuel is highly pressurised, and injected directly into the
Light or a Boost Control Solenoid. Unused ignition and injection drives can also be used as auxiliary outputs. combustion chamber of each cylinder leading to more power while using less fuel.
Base-map is the data inside the ECU that contains information and settings used to run the engine, also known as a Knock (aka detonation) occurs due to excessive pressure and temperature in the combustion chamber. Knock is one of the
tune file. To get the most out of your engine a custom map should be created. greatest causes of damage to an engine.
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a central networking system that allows the ECU to communicate with other Ignition Drives are used to drive a wide range of ignition systems from a basic distributor set-up through to more complex
controllers in the vehicle. multi-coil arrangements. Each ignition coil will need an inbuilt igniter or an external igniter.
Cruise Control is a feature that automatically controls the speed of a motor vehicle. The ECU takes over the throttle Injection Drives are used to control injectors in sequential, group and group staged fuel injection systems.
of the car to maintain a steady speed as set by the driver.
Launch Control is a feature that controls engine speed to reduce wheel spin allowing a vehicle to accelerate as fast as
Digital Inputs may be connected to switches, controllers or sensors to provide information and control various possible. Often used in drag racing.
functions including launch control, anti-lag, high/low boost, water spray, dual fuel/ignition maps, nitrous oxide and
variable valve timing. Motorsport Features are special features designed for motor sport use and include Antilag, Gearshift Control, Launch Control
and Traction Control.
Digital Wideband uses a CAN bus to monitor a lambda sensor which measures the proportion of oxygen in exhaust gases
allowing you to accurately tune fuel mixtures. Being fully digital eliminates any delays and errors that analogue alternatives OBDII (On Board Diagnostics) allows you to send engine data from your ECU over a CAN bus to the vehicle’s OBDII port. You
cause. The wideband O2 sensor used by the Link CAN-Lambda never requires free air calibration. can see and use this data on your tablet or phone using an OBDII to a wifi/bluetooth adapter.
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PCLink is an advanced tuning package designed to be simple to use yet deliver the flexibility and advanced features required by
professional tuners. PCLink incorporates data log analysis features to further reduce tuning time and provide after event
feedback.
Peak and hold injection is a two stage system for driving low impedance fuel injectors. The Peak signal is used to quickly open
the injector then it switches to a low power consumption Hold signal to keep the injectors open.
PlugIn ECUs are direct plug-in replacements for the factory ECU. They use the vehicle’s factory sensors, but can benefit from
additional sensors.
Quick Tune is an interactive tuning tool in PCLink that assists in time efficient fuel tuning.
We stand behind what we sell!
Temperature Inputs are designed to receive information from PTC or NTC thermistor sensors such as Engine Coolant LINK ENGINE MANAGEMENT LTD – LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Temperature or Inlet Air Temperature. All Engine Control Units (ECUs) This limited lifetime warranty is not For off-road use only, not intended for Link Engine Management Ltd
manufactured by Link Engine Management transferrable and does not apply to any ECU highway vehicles. This ECU contains a user- License Agreement
Ltd are subject to the following LIMITED not properly installed or properly used by configurable software programme, which is The software programme in this ECU is
Traction Control is a feature that reduces wheelspin during acceleration. The ECU reduces power when your tires begin to spin. LIFETIME WARRANTIES, and no others. the purchaser or end user, or to any ECU updated by Link Engine Management Ltd licensed not sold. Link Engine Management
damaged or impaired by external forces. from time to time. The user must ensure the Ltd grants the user a license for the
Link Engine Management Ltd warrants
Trigger inputs are connected to crankshaft or camshaft position sensors to calculate engine speed as well as engine position. only to the original purchaser of the ECU,
The above warranties are the full extent of current correct version of this programme programme only in the country where
the programme was acquired. No other
the warranties available on the ECU. Link is downloaded from the website of Link
for the lifetime of the ECU, (subject to the Engine Management Ltd has no liability to Engine Management Ltd and installed in rights are granted under this license and
Trigger scope is a tool built into most G4+ ECUs, it is used to visually display the voltages the ECUs trigger inputs are measuring, limitations set out below), that the ECU the original purchaser or any other person the ECU prior to use. This limited lifetime the programme may only be used on one
shall be free from defects of materials
similar to an oscilloscope. and workmanship in the manufacturing
for any loss, injury or damage to persons or warranty does not apply where the ECU machine at a time. If the programme is
property resulting from the use of the ECU or has been installed with the incorrect transferred a copy of this license and all other
process. This warranty ceases to apply and any failure of or defect in the ECU whether version of the software programme. The documentation must be transferred at the
VVT Control (Variable Valve Timing) is the process of altering the timing of the intake and exhaust cams to improve performance, does not apply to ECUs that have not been by general, special, direct, indirect, incidental, user is solely responsible for the setup and same time. The license may be terminated
manufactured by Link Engine Management
fuel economy or emissions. An ECU can control this by continuously advancing or retarding the camshaft timing. Ltd for a period of greater than one year.
consequential, exemplary, punitive, or testing of all user-configurable features. by the user at any time. Link Engine
any other damages of any kind or nature Management Ltd may terminate the licence
whatsoever. Link Engine Management Ltd if the user fails to comply with the terms and
An ECU claimed to be defective must be
+5V Sensor Power Supply supplies a regulated and over current protected +5V to be used by sensors that operate from a 5V returned to the place of purchase. Link Engine specifically disclaims and disavows all other conditions of this license. In either event the
supply. Management Ltd, at its sole option, may warranties, express or implied, including, copy of the programme must be destroyed.
replace the defective ECU with a comparable without limitation, all warranties of fitness
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new ECU or repair the defective ECU. for a particular purpose, warranties of
+8V Sensor Power Supply supplies a regulated and over current protected +8V to be used by sensors that operate from a 8V description, warranties of merchantability,
supply. trade usage or warranties of trade usage.
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ATOM MONSOON STORM KUROFUNE XTREME FURY THUNDER FORCE GDI PLUGIN
Fuel/Ignition Drives 4/4 4/4 8/8 8/8 8/8 8/6 8/8 4 8/8
Digital Inputs 2 4 8 10 8 / 10* 8 / 10* 16 8 / 10* 11
Peak & Hold Injection No No No No 10/3A 10/3A 10/3A 10/5A No
Analogue/Temp Inputs 3/2 4/2 8/3 9/3 11/4 9/4 16/4 11/4 12/4
Auxiliary 4 6 8 10 10 10 20 10 16
E-Throttle Control No No No No Yes Yes Yes - Dual Yes Yes
Knock Control No No 2 Channel 2 Channel 2 Channel 2 Channel 2 Channel 2 Channel 2 Channel
OBD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
+8 Volt Out No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Trigger Scope No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Logging Parameters 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
Logging Memory 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit 32 Mbit
(4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte) (4 MByte)
CAN 1 Channel 1 Channel 1 Channel 1 Channel 1 / 2 Channel* 1 / 2 Channel* 2 Channel 1 / 2 Channel* 2 Channel
Gen Purpose Tables 20 20 20 30 30 30 30 30 30
RS232 Comms No No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Aux Output on unused Fuel & Ignition Ignition Only Ignition Only Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Ignition Only Yes
Flex Fuel Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Lambda Sensor Control 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 0
Closed Loop Lambda Auto Mode No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Dual Closed Loop Lambda (Stoich) No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
VVT Control No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Selectable Temp Input Pullups No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Launch / AntiLag No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control No No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Traction Control No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diff. Reluctor Interface No No No No No No 6 No No
Thermocouple No No No No No No 2 No No
*2 inputs required when using 2nd CAN Bus