INSTALLATION TIPS FOR THE SQUIRREL TECHNOLOGIES SPEEDPILOT MKVI

Many vehicles (like the Porsche 911) have strut-type suspensions. These suspensions allow the wheel to tilt and mis-align the magnet and the sensor when going over bumps. Be aware of how your suspension geometry changes as it goes over bumps. The sensor and the magnet must remain in alignment over the full range of suspension travel.

Clean the inside of the wheel rim before installing a wheel speed sensor. When installed as shown, the centrifugal force from the rotating wheel will keep the magnet in place. If the magnet was installed on the side of the wheel rim, centrifugal force could throw the magnet off, and it would also be vulnerable to rocks and debris.

For many vehicles, it may be more convenient to strap the magnet to the CV joint drive shaft using nylon tie straps or metal hose clamps. A simple L-shaped bracket can then be attached to the transmission or transaxle housing to hold the sensor.

Here is a photo of the magnet mounted to the CV joint. A simple L-shaped bracket mounts the speed sensor to the transaxle.

For the wireless versions it is best to connect the odometer box power directly to the vehicle's fuse box. Otherwise, power may be interrupted when the ignition key is cycled, which causes the loss of the Bluetooth connection. If you connect to a fuse that is "always on" you can always unplug the connector at the odometer box to turn it off. Position the odometer box in a location that is within reach of the wheel speed sensor cable. In this installation the odometer box was attached to the luggage compartment carpet with Velcro. The odometer box also has two mounting holes for attachment with screws.

The PRO version of SpeedPilot MKVI features an odometer box that is powered by the PC through the USB connection. Because it uses a heavier diecast aluminum housing, it should be fastened down with screws to the vehicle using the mounting slots provided for this purpose.