Edelbrock 70402 Installation Manual
Edelbrock 70402 Installation Manual

Edelbrock 70402 Installation Manual

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Edelbrock General Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Before You Install Your Edelbrock Nitrous System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
What is Nitrous Oxide? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Tips for Working with Nitrous Oxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.0
Introduction to the Edelbrock Nitrous Systems Kit
1.1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2
Jet Map Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.3
Engine Operation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4
Performer Nitrous System Bill of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.0
2.1
Nitrous Bottle Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2
Bottle Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3
Nitrous Bottle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.4
Nitrous Feed Line Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.5
Solenoid Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.6
Nitrous Spray Nozzle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.7
Fuel Pressure Safety Switch Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.8
EFI Vacuum "Tee" Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.9
Fuel Pump Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
3.0
3.1
Nitrous Electrical Components Bill of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2
Nitrous Electrical System Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.3
Nitrous Electrical System Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.4
Nitrous Relay and Fuse Holder Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.5
Arming Switch and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.6
Microswitch Installation and Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
3.7
Final Electrical Installation Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.8
Fuel Booster Pump Electrical Components Bill of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.9
Fuel Booster Pump Electrical Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.10 Fuel Booster Pump Relay and Fuse Holder Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.0
4.1
Fuel System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.2
Nitrous System Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Solenoid Inspection and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.0
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25
6.0
Catalog Part #70402
Brochure No. 63-0164
Catalog #70402

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Rev. 02/03

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Summary of Contents for Edelbrock 70402

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Before You Install Your Edelbrock Nitrous System ........
  • Page 2: Ford 5.0L/4.6L Performer Rpm Efi Nitrous System

    Our warranty service and repair facility is located at 2700 California Street, Torrance, California 90503. Customers who believe they have a defective product should either return it to the dealer from which it was purchased or ship it directly to Edelbrock along with proof of purchase and a complete description of the problem.
  • Page 3: Before You Install Your Edelbrock Nitrous System

    Basic engine operation and tuning techniques which include: -Fuel pressure measurement techniques -Timing adjustment techniques ℡ Anytime you have questions or concerns with your Edelbrock Nitrous System, please call our Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Caution!! Technical Support Hotline at 1-800-416-8628 before you start your engine.
  • Page 4: What Is Nitrous Oxide

    Tighten the nitrous line to the bottle. g. Slowly open the nitrous bottle valve, listening for leaks. h. Perform leak checks on all affected fittings and the bottle fitting. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 4 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 5: General Information

    Introduction to your Edelbrock 5.0L/4.6L Performer RPM EFI Nitrous System Within the pages of this manual is information, safety tips and operation instructions for your new Edelbrock Nitrous System. Watch for these symbols to know where to go for information.
  • Page 6: Jet Map Information

    Nitrous Jetting .061 .067 The dyno tests were conducted at Edelbrock using stock 5.0L and 4.6L equipped cars. These tests were conducted with 950 psi nitrous bottle pressure. Engine Operation Considerations When used correctly, nitrous oxide safely elevates cylinder pressures and temperatures while increasing combustion rate.
  • Page 7: Performer Nitrous System Bill Of Materials

    1 ea. Jet .047 1 ea Jet .049 1 ea Jet .061 1 ea Jet .067 Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Qty. Description Fuel Pressure Safety Switch and Hardware 1 ea. Fuel pressure safety switch 1 ea. 1/8 NPT female -4AN female swivel 1 ea.
  • Page 8: Nitrous System Installation

    Device (PRD) Bottle Safety Information 1. Do not attempt to remove the bottle valve. Please return your bottle to Edelbrock if service is required to the siphon tube inside the bottle or the bottle valve itself. 2. Never heat the outside of your nitrous bottle with an open flame like that of a torch.
  • Page 9: Bottle Orientation

    An Edelbrock nitrous bottle cannot be mounted upside-down. Edelbrock does not offer a non-siphon tube bottle for automotive use. If the bottle must be mounted parallel to the axles of the vehicle (sideways), the label must be angled at approximately 45 degrees toward the front of the vehicle.
  • Page 10: Nitrous Bottle Installation

    2.3.3 Nitrous Bottle Installations For Vehicles With Hatchbacks Or Trunk Areas That Are Connected With The Passenger Compartment. Please contact Edelbrock for more information. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Shown here is a bottle with a bottle bracket properly installed with the rubber insulator.
  • Page 11: Nitrous Feed Line Mounting

    12. Leave all wiring loose for electrical systems installation. 13. Connect the main nitrous feed line to the inlet fitting (4AN X 1/8 NPT nitrous filter fitting) of the first nitrous solenoid. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 11 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 12: Nitrous Spray Nozzle Installation

    10. Install 3AN line from solenoid outlet fitting to spray nozzle jet fitting and tighten securely. 11. Install the intake boot. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 To Throttle Body Nozzle should be placed in the intake boot so as to have a clear path to the throttle body.
  • Page 13: Fuel Pressure Safety Switch Installation

    4. Install the female Ford Fuel Hose Connector into the remaining end of the fuel hose and secure with one of the supplied hose clamps. Connect the Ford Fuel Hose Connector to the outlet of the fuel filter. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 13 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 14 7. Turn the ignition to the “on” position without starting the vehicle and check the fuel fittings and hoses for leaks. Double check to make sure that everything is securely mounted and away from moving components or sources of heat. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 14 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 15: Electrical System Installation

    Important: The wiring hardware and instructions included with this kit are intended for 12-volt electrical systems only. Before attempting to wire your Edelbrock Performer nitrous oxide system, examine and follow the wiring diagram on the following page. Please call the Edelbrock Technical department with any questions concerning electrical wiring.
  • Page 17: Nitrous Electrical System Installation Procedures

    The wire harness attached to the relay and fuse holder includes 8 feet of color-coded wires to make the electrical system installation for your Edelbrock Nitrous System as easy as possible. We recommend that you do not cut any lengths of wires from the wire harness or complete the wiring of the nitrous system until all of the mechanical components are securely mounted in their permanent locations.
  • Page 18: Arming Switch And Installation

    It also is of a universal length and can be attached to several positions on and around the throttle body. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 18 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 19: Microswitch Installation And Wiring

    2. Double Check the wires that lead from the microswitch to ensure that they do not interfere with the operation of the throttle body linkage. You are now ready to hook up your battery and prepare your vehicle to run. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 This Page 19 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation...
  • Page 20: Fuel Booster Pump Electrical Components Bill Of Materials

    Fuel Booster Pump Electrical Components Bill of Materials (BOM) Item # Fuel Pump Relay Wiring Schematic Battery Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Quantity Description 1 ea. 30 amp relay 1 ea. Wire harness with integral relay/fuse holder 1 ea.
  • Page 21: Fuel Booster Pump Electrical Installation Procedures

    The wire harness attached to the relay and fuse holder includes 8 feet of color-coded wires to make the electrical system installation for you Edelbrock Nitrous System as easy as possible. We recommend that you do not cut any lengths of wires from the wire harness or complete the wiring of the nitrous system until all of the mechanical components are securely mounted in their permanent locations.
  • Page 22: Before You Run Your Vehicle Using Your Edelbrock Nitrous System

    Before You Run Your Vehicle Using Your Edelbrock Nitrous System You have just completed the installation of your Edelbrock Nitrous System. It is time to perform some basic system checks to ensure all of the work you have done is correct and ready to operate properly. The following procedure is designed to...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Your Edelbrock Nitrous System How to use our Troubleshooting Flowchart: The troubleshooting of a nitrous system is basic and straightforward. The symptom chart is divided by symptom, cause and action required. Determine your problem (symptom), identify the potential problem (cause) and correct the problem (action required).
  • Page 24 Consult a book concerning proper wiring methods. 10. Malfunctioning nitrous solenoid. a. Inspect solenoid wiring. See “Electrical System Installation” section. Repair wiring. b. Inspect solenoid. See symptom #2. Rebuild/replace solenoid. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 24 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation Rev. 02/03...
  • Page 25 Check bottle temperature. Maintain 80 to 85 degrees of bottle surface temperature. c. Check bottle valve. Open valve fully d. Check bottle orientation. Mount bottle properly. Catalog Part #70402 Brochure No. 63-0164 Page 25 of 25 ©2003 Edelbrock Corporation Rev. 02/03...

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