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Vmac V910020 Installation Instructions Manual

2017+ ford super duty f-250 – f-550 6.7 l diesel
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2017 + Ford Super Duty F-250 – F-550
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V910020
6.7 L Diesel
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  • Page 1 ® ® AIR INNOVATED AIR INNOVATED Installation Manual for VMAC System V910020 2017 + Ford Super Duty F-250 – F-550 6.7 L Diesel www.vmacair.com www.vmacair.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Accessory Products from VMAC ........
  • Page 4 Copyright © 2018 VMAC Global Technology Inc. All Rights Reserved. These materials are provided by VMAC for informational purposes only, without representation or warranty of any kind, and VMAC shall not be liable for errors or omissions with respect to the materials. The only warranties for VMAC...

  • Page 5: Safety

    OEM changes. If a discrepancy is found in this manual, contact VMAC prior to initiating or proceeding with installation, service or repair. Current information may clarify the issue. Any person with knowledge of such discrepancies, who proceeds to perform service and repair assumes all risks.

  • Page 6: Warranty

    1 October, 2015. Warranty Registration The VMAC warranty registration form is located near the back of this manual. This warranty registration form must be completed and sent to VMAC at the time of installation for any subsequent warranty claim to be considered valid.
  • Page 7 VMAC if requested (along with the RMA number) for evaluation, unless otherwise instructed by VMAC. 4. Dealers may login to the VMAC website to view the VMAC Labour Time Guide (under “Agreements”) to see the allowable warranty labour times. 5. Warranty invoices must include the RMA/Service Ticket (CSR) number, VMAC System ID#, hours on the compressor, mileage on the vehicle, and a detailed description of the work performed.

  • Page 8: General Information

    Please contact VMAC for replacement hoses and further information. Ordering Parts To order parts, contact a VMAC dealer. The dealer will ask for the VMAC serial number, part number, description and quantity. Locate the nearest dealer online at www.vmacair.com/dealer-locator or call 1-877-912-6605.
  • Page 9 Standard Grade 8 National Fine Thread Size (in) 7/16 Foot pounds (ft•lb) Newton meter (N•m) Metric Class 10.9 Size (mm) Foot pounds (ft•lb) Newton meter (N•m) Table 1 — Torque Table VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 10: System Identification, Warranty Registration And Warning Labels

    ☐ Complete the warranty form. The VMAC warranty form is located at the back of this manual, as well as online at: www.vmacair.com/warranty The System Identification Plate must be attached to the vehicle at the time of installation.
  • Page 11 A good spot for this is usually on the inside of the door or on the panel underneath the steering wheel (Figure 4). Figure 4 — Operating Instruction label VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 12: Preparing For Installation

    Preparing for Installation Ensure the VMAC Warranty Registration has been completed and the System Identification Plate and Operating Instruction Label are installed prior to proceeding (see page 8 for details). Do not use a test light to probe for power on vehicle circuits, the increased current draw of the test light may damage components.
  • Page 13 Thoroughly clean the surface around the M12 threaded hole on the front driver side of the engine block, directly below the valve cover (Figure 5). Clean surface Figure 5 — Installing the negative battery cable VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 14 ☐ Using the M12 x 1.75 x 25 bolt, attach the 1/0 AWG VMAC negative battery relocation cable to the engine block (Figure 6). Figure 6 — Installing the negative battery cable ☐ Route the cable along the engine, crossing to the outside of the frame just after the forward body mount.
  • Page 15 Remove the OEM FEAD belt. ☐ Remove the primary alternator (Figure 9). Remove shroud post Note location and remove OEM idler Figure 9 — OEM alternator and power steering bracket VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 16 Remove the OEM alternator / power steering pump bracket from the engine. This will not be reused but may be retained. Remove the (×4) rubber bushings from the main bracket bolt holes and set aside for later. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 17 ☐ Remove the primary drain-back hose running between the engine and the OEM degas bottle (Figure 11). Figure 11 — Remove the primary drain-back hose VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 18: Relocating The Abs Hydraulic Control Unit (Hcu)

    If there is any concern that air may have entered the brake system, consult a local Ford dealer or licensed repair facility for vehicle specific HCU brake bleeding instructions. Apply Loctite 242 (blue) to all engine mounted fasteners. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 19 Apply Loctite 242 (blue) to the supplied flat head fastener and install the supplied HCU relocation bracket (Figure 13). HCU relocation bracket Figure 13 — Relocating the HCU VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 20 Figure 14 — Relocating the HCU ☐ Install the bolt and (×2) nuts (Figure 15). Reinstall both nuts Reinstall bolt Figure 15 — Relocating the HCU VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 21: Modifying The Hoses, Installing The Cooler

    4 1/2 in along the outside radius towards the center of the hose and mark with a grease pen (Figure 17). To radiator 4 1/2 in Figure 17 — Lower radiator hose modification VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 22 (Figure 19). Mesh abrasion sleeve Figure 19 — Radiator side anti-abrasion sleeve (Coolant assembly removed from vehicle for clarity) VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 23 Coolant tube Modified P/N: 1720719 radiator side OEM hose Coolant elbow Coolant tube P/N: 1710878 P/N: 1720718 Coolant elbow P/N: 1710658 Figure 21 — VMAC cooler assembly VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 24 Position the cooler in the center of the crossmember and slide the cooler mount bracket over the crossmember, bolt in place using the supplied fasteners (Figure 23). Figure 23 — VMAC cooler installation ☐ Install the longer elbow to the radiator (passenger) side of the cooler and the shorter elbow to the engine (driver) side.
  • Page 25 OEM hard line and secure using a hose clamp (Figure 26). OEM flexible OEM hard hose hose (plugged) Front of vehicle VMAC supplied Flexible hose Figure 26 — Plug the flexible hose VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 26 Connect the hose to the small spigot on the passenger side of the cooler using a hose clamp (Figure 27). Front of vehicle Figure 27 — Connect hose to VMAC cooler ☐ Ensure the hose is not kinked and is secured away from any hot, sharp or moving components.

  • Page 27: Vmac Degas Bottle

    Modifying and Installing the Passenger Side Battery Tray, Air Intake and VMAC Degas Bottle Modifying the passenger side battery tray ☐ Remove the snorkel and lower duct assembly from the battery tray (Figure 28). Remove Remove lower duct snorkel Figure 28 — Preparing the battery tray ☐...
  • Page 28 Cut the tray along the marked lines. Deburr any rough edges. ☐ Re-assemble the snorkel and lower duct assembly onto the battery tray. ☐ Reinstall the modified battery tray assembly into the vehicle. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 29 ☐ Install the VMAC degas bottle and battery post relocation bracket into the modified battery tray (Figure 32). VMAC fasteners Figure 32 — Installing the degas bottle bracket ☐ Install and secure the VMAC degas bottle to the bracket. (Figure 33).
  • Page 30 Reinstall the ground strap to the inner fender. ☐ Install the passenger side OEM positive battery cable (Figure 35). Install positive battery cable Figure 35 — Installing the positive battery cable VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 31 Figure 37 — Modified primary drain-back hose ☐ Tighten all of the hose clamps. ☐ Connect the modified primary drain-back hose to the relocated degas bottle. ☐ Reinstall the intake air box. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 32 Secure the primary drain-back hose to the transmission cooler lines using the supplied P-clips and bolt (Figure 39). Figure 39 — Secure the primary drain-back hose VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 33: Modifying The Fan Shroud And Fan Stator

    Modifying the Fan Shroud and Fan Stator ☐ Cut a relief for the VMAC crank pulley between the (×2) lower stator mounts (Figure 40). 3/4 in 1/2 in 3 1/2 in Figure 40 — Stator modifications ☐ From the bottom left stator mount, count (×4) vanes in a clockwise direction and mark the left side of the vane with a grease pen.
  • Page 34 Cut a rectangle out of the soft rubber section on the back of the fan shroud (Figure 42). 1/2 in 8 in Figure 42 — Fan shroud modification VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 35 Follow the edge of the molded bracket Figure 43 — Fan shroud modification ☐ Use the VMAC power steering bracket as a template to locate and mark the location of the top hole (Figure 44). 1 3/4 in 1 3/8 in...
  • Page 36 Place the (×2) supplied fender washers on the radiator side of the fan shroud and secure with the supplied nylon lock nuts (Figure 45). Figure 45 — Installing the power steering fluid reservoir VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 37: Installing The Main Bracket, Idler Bracket And Compressor

    Figure 46 — Reset alternator slide bushing ☐ Remove the upper bolt securing the OEM cable tray to the primary water pump in preparation for VMAC bracket installation VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 38 Place the alternator on its back on a bench with the pulley facing up. ☐ Align the VMAC main bracket over the top of the alternator, with the mating surface facing down. Lower the bracket over the alternator (Figure 47) Figure 47 —...
  • Page 39 ☐ Reinstall the power steering pump pulley if removed. ☐ Install the OEM idler onto the VMAC main bracket in the location noted when the idler was removed (Figure 49). Dual alternator idler location...
  • Page 40 Install and tension the OEM belt (Figure 51 or Figure 52). Figure 51 — OEM single alternator belt routing Figure 52 — OEM dual alternator belt routing VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 41 Remove the inlet valve from the compressor and cover the opening to prevent debris entering the compressor. Due to the weight of the compressor, VMAC recommends having an assistant hold the compressor in place while the bolts are threaded. The compressor is secured with bolts of (×2) different lengths.
  • Page 42 Shorter bolts Figure 54 — Install the inlet Due to differences in vehicle configuration, there may be interference between the VMAC air filter cover and the vehicle’s brake fluid reservoir. ☐ If Required: Loosen the nut securing the filter cover, rotate the cover to align the relief cut with the brake fluid reservoir and retighten the nut (Figure 55).
  • Page 43 Torque the crank pulley bolts to 22 ft•lb (Additional torque instructions below)*. ☐ Remove the tensioner and idlers from the FEAD bracket. ☐ Install the FEAD bracket onto the VMAC main bracket (Figure 56). Figure 56 — Installing the FEAD bracket ☐ Reinstall the idlers and tensioner and torque to specification.

  • Page 44: Installing The Air Oil Separator Tank

    Installing the Air Oil Separator Tank Dependent upon other installed equipment, it may be necessary to move the AOST from its intended location. The hoses used in VMAC compressor systems have a specific inner liner that is compatible with VMAC compressor oil. Use of hoses other than those supplied or recommended by VMAC may cause compressor damage and may void the warranty.
  • Page 45 Remove the tank clamp pinch bolts. ☐ Install the tank clamps over the front of the tank and slide them toward the centre of the tank. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 46 Figure 60 — Securing the AOST (Rear view) AOST orientation is critical. The arrow must be pointing up to prevent compressor failure due to oil starvation, or oil in the discharge air. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 47: Hose Requirements

    Based on the desired location of the AOST, the hose lengths provided with this system may not be ideal. VMAC suggests first trying to adjust the AOST within its mounts to take up any excess slack in the hoses. If this is not effective, the hoses can be shortened or replaced as necessary, or hose extenders can be used.

  • Page 48: Connecting The Hoses

    Cut the tube square. Do not use side Slide the collet out once cutters as they will deform the tube the tube is fully inserted O-ring Figure 61 — Push-to-connect fittings VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 49 If necessary, gently deflect the brake lines away from the discharge hose to provide adequate clearance. Firewall Steering column Discharge hose Compressor Figure 62 — Routing the hoses VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 50 ☐ Bundle the hoses together and secure with cable ties. ☐ Move the steering between the left and right lock positions to confirm adequate clearance. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 51: Relocating The Batteries

    Relocating the batteries Apply Loctite 242 (blue) to all fasteners. VMAC’s universal battery relocation bracket is designed to accommodate a multitude of frame variations. Due to the universal nature of the bracket, it will protrude slightly from the side of the vehicle.
  • Page 52 Figure 67 — Installing the front battery box ☐ Attach the battery box finger tight to the front battery mounting brackets (Figure 68). Figure 68 — Installing the front battery box VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 53 Torque the mounting fasteners to specification. ☐ Remove the top rear fastener from the mounting bracket (Figure 70) Remove fastener Figure 70 — Installing the front battery box VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 54 Dependent on the vehicle model and frame configuration, there may be a cable run tray attached to the middle body mount (Figure 72). Cable run tray location Figure 72 — Preparing to install the rear battery box VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 55 Remove the fastener from the park brake cable bracket and set it aside (Figure 73). ☐ Remove the “ears” from the cable run tray as indicated (Figure 74). Figure 74 — Modifying the cable run tray VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 56 Figure 76 — Installing the rear battery box ☐ Thread the fourth bolt into the battery mount joiner bracket until the bolt face is flush with the battery mount joiner bracket (Figure 76). VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 57 The rear battery box mounting location may vary dependent on vehicle configuration and the location of body mounts, cross members, etc. VMAC recommends keeping the battery as far forward as possible to keep the battery cables as short as possible.
  • Page 58 If required, install the supplied clip nuts (Figure 80, or Figure 81). Install clip nuts Figure 80 — Vehicle supplied without skid plate Install clip nuts Figure 81 — Vehicle supplied without skid plate (alternate frame) VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 59 Figure 82 — Installing the master battery disconnect assembly (OEM fasteners) ☐ If the vehicle was not supplied with a skid plate, use the VMAC supplied fasteners and washers to install the master battery disconnect assembly (Figure 83). Figure 83 — Installing the master battery disconnect assembly (VMAC fasteners)
  • Page 60 Long 2 AWG negative cable Long 2 AWG positive cable Short 2 AWG positive cable Short 2 AWG negative cable Table 2 — Battery cable legend VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 61 Raise the rear battery box and mount it onto the bracket. ☐ Torque the top rear fastener to specification then install the nut (Figure 87). Figure 87 — Mounting the rear battery box VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 62 Connect one end of the 1/0 AWG positive battery cable to the vehicle’s starter / solenoid post using the OEM nut (Figure 89). Connect positive cable Figure 89 — Connecting the battery cable to the starter VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 63 ☐ Route the positive battery cable along the transmission bell housing following the same path as the VMAC hoses (Figure 90). Figure 90 — Routing the positive battery cable ☐ Continue routing the cable over the frame and to the rear of the forward body mount where it will join up with the main grounding cable and continue toward the main battery disconnect.
  • Page 64 ☐ Apply dielectric grease to the VMAC main battery disconnect terminals. ☐ Connect the 1/0 AWG positive battery cable to the positive post on the main battery disconnect and secure it in place with the flange nut (Figure 92). Figure 92 — Connecting the main positive battery cable ☐...

  • Page 65: Modifying And Installing Charge Air Cooler And Washer Bottle

    Apply Loctite 242 (blue) to all engine mounted fasteners. ☐ Install the fan spacer onto the fan driver. ☐ Install the fan. ☐ Install the fan harness using the VMAC fan wire spacer, washer and bolt. ☐ Connect the fan harness. ☐ Install the upper fan shroud. ☐...
  • Page 66 Figure 96 — CAC and washer bottle relocation brackets ☐ Mount the washer bottle reservoir onto the washer reservoir and CAC relocation bracket assembly (Figure 97). Figure 97 — Mounting the washer bottle VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 67 ☐ Install the OEM battery clamps onto the VMAC battery posts. ☐ Connect the OEM windshield washer hoses to the VMAC washer reservoir. ☐ Cut the OEM windshield washer pump motor harness at the plug. Connect the VMAC windshield washer harness to the OEM windshield washer harness with the butt connectors: ☐...

  • Page 68: Installing The Charge Air Cooler (Cac) And Hoses

    Figure 99 — Installing the CAC ☐ Secure the CAC to the CAC relocation bracket. Install the fastener nearest the firewall first using a VMAC supplied fastener. Reuse the OEM fastener in the upper mount location (Figure 100). Reuse OEM...
  • Page 69 Remove the quick connect fitting from the OEM hose and reinstall it on the vehicle. Save the hose clamp for reuse (Figure 101). Figure 101 — Installing the CAC hoses ☐ Install the VMAC supplied “cold” CAC hose and secure with OEM hose clamps (Figure 102). OEM clamp OEM Clamp VMAC CAC “cold”...
  • Page 70 CAC Hot ducting ☐ Install the supplied (×3) in hose (2 1/2 in ID) silicone hose onto the VMAC supplied “hot” CAC tube and secure with a VMAC supplied hose clamp. Ensure the tube is inserted 1 1/2 in into the silicone hose (Figure 103).
  • Page 71 Figure 105 — Install circlip ☐ Install the OEM “hot” CAC tube into the VMAC silicone hose. Ensure the silicone hose has equal coverage of both components. Install the gear clamps with the screw heads facing the firewall to provide the best fit (Figure 106).
  • Page 72 Install the OEM CAC tube onto the CAC. Rotate the CAC tube as necessary to ensure there is adequate clearance between the tube and the compressor inlet and fittings (Figure 108). Figure 108 — Installing the CAC hoses VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 73 Remove the protective cover from the engine spigot and reinstall the upper radiator hose (Figure 110). Cut “B” Secure with P-clip Cut “A” Figure 110 — Installing the CAC hoses VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 74: Adding Oil To The System

    Adding Oil to the System The VMAC supplied and approved compressor oil must be used in this system. Failure to use this special oil will result in damage to the compressor and will void warranty. Do not overfill the system. Overfilling the system with oil can flood the sight glass window and make the system appear empty.

  • Page 75: Installing The Control Components

    Strip the wire at the desired location and solder the VMAC wire into place. Slide the shrink tube up to the soldered joint and seal it. Finally, replace the pin in the connector, taking special care to ensure the pin is fully inserted and the locking tabs are engaged.
  • Page 76 Figure 114 — Electrical schematic VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 77 Locate the throttle control under the dash away from moving parts and positioned so the idle down pressure (IDP) and maximum rpm adjusting screws are accessible (Figure 115). Throttle control Figure 115 — Installing the throttle control VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 78 Solder and seal the white wire from the throttle control to the blue wire (CE913). ☐ Solder and seal the blue wire from the throttle control to the grey wire with brown stripe (CET22). VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 79 ☐ Pull all excess wiring back into the cab. ☐ Cover all VMAC underhood wiring with high heat plastic loom. Secure the harness with cable ties as needed to avoid hot, sharp or moving components. ☐ Replace the dashboard panel and glove box (as well as any other panels that may have been removed during the installation).

  • Page 80: Completing The Installation

    Rotate the passenger side (unlabeled) Tee 90° counter clockwise and reinstall it onto the 2 hoses. Secure the hoses with the supplied hose clamps (Figure 118, Figure 119). Figure 118 — Modifying the degas hose network VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 81 Remove the hose connected to the Tee labeled “RAD” and connect it to the vacant spigot on the unlabeled Tee (Figure 120). Figure 120 — Modifying the degas hose network VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 82 Connect the spigot labeled “RAD” to the short radiator hose and the spigot labeled “ENG” to the hose running to the engine (Figure 122). Figure 122 — Modifying the degas hose network VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 83 Confirm that all OEM hoses and wires that were shifted during install are secured away from any hot, sharp or moving parts. ☐ Confirm that all VMAC hoses and wires are secured as necessary with cables ties and/or rubber P-clips to prevent contact with any hot, sharp, or moving parts.
  • Page 84 Check all hoses and tubes to ensure that they will not contact any hot, sharp, or moving components and will not interfere with the operation of the vehicle. Secure all hoses and tubes with cable ties and loom as required. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 85 Using a mini slot screwdriver, rotate the “VR IDLE” adjustment screw 7 full turns counterclockwise. Instructions for completely resetting the Throttle Control can be found on page 90. VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 86: Recommended Accessories

    Recommended Accessories While the compressor system will function without the following accessories, VMAC strongly recommends their use for optimal performance. See the “Accessory Product” section of this manual on page 91 for a list of products available for purchase through VMAC.

  • Page 87: Air Receiver Tank

    The VMAC compressor system will automatically depressurize when it is shutdown, therefore the hose from the VMAC Air/Oil Separator Tank (AOST) to the air receiver tank must have a check valve installed. This prevents blow back and moisture from the receiver tank entering the AOST (Figure 128).

  • Page 88: Testing The Installation

    Check all wiring for security and protection. Ensure nothing is touching the compressor body. ☐ Install the VMAC Air Test Tool (P/N: A700052) with the 150 cfm (0.250 in) orifice installed and the ball valve closed. ☐ Ensure all of the compressor outlets are closed.
  • Page 89 Engine speed should reduce to between 900 rpm to 1,100 rpm. ☐ 2017 Model Year vehicles: Adjust the “VMAC base idle” engine speed as necessary to achieve 900 rpm to 1,100 rpm using the “VR IDLE” adjustment screw (counterclockwise to increase engine speed, clockwise to decrease engine speed).
  • Page 90 Final Testing Ensure the following has been completed: ☐ Operate the system with an air tool (or the VMAC Air Test Tool with the appropriate orifice installed) for at least 1/2 hour (1 hour preferred). ☐ Road test the vehicle for approximately 14 miles (20 km).

  • Page 91: Performance Testing And System Adjustments

    Ensure there are no leaks in the test tool. The system may not idle down if there are leaks in the lines or fittings. ☐ Install the VMAC test tool at the AOST outlet with the 150 cfm (0.250 in) orifice. ☐ Ensure the ball valve is closed.
  • Page 92 IDP: 15 1/2 turns clockwise. • “VR IDLE”: 10 turns clockwise. “MAX RPM” adjustment screw “VR IDLE” adjustment screw “IDLE DOWN PRESSURE” adjustment screw Figure 130 — Throttle Control Adjustments VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 93: Accessory Products From Vmac

    Compressor Service Kits 200 Hour or 6 Month Service Kit - Part number: A700059 Includes 9 L VMAC high performance compressor oil, oil filter, air filter, and next service due decal. 400 Hour or 1-Year Service Kit - Part number: A700060...
  • Page 94 VMAC De-icer Kit Part number: A700031 Cold climate heater package for operating VMAC compressors in cold climates; proven at temperatures of -30 °C (-22 °F). Requires 12V DC at 10A. 10 Gallon, 200 psi Air Receiver Tank w/ Mounting Feet...
  • Page 95 Notes VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 96 Notes VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...
  • Page 97 Notes VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors VMAC Technical Support: 888-241-2289 VMAC Knowledge Base: www.kb.vmacair.com...

  • Page 98: Warranty Registration

    Warranty Registration This form must be fully completed and returned to VMAC at the time of installation. Warranty may be void if this form is not received by VMAC within 30 days of installation. VMAC’s Warranty policy and registration can be viewed online at: www.vmacair.com/warranty...
  • Page 100 Manufactured by ® 888-241-2289 tech@vmacair.com 877-740-3202 warranty@vmacair.com www.vmacair.com www.kb.vmacair.com 1333 Kipp Road, Nanaimo, B.C., V9X 1R3 Canada...

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