Mercury 2 Lexus A650 Addon Manual

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Index
Introduction 3
Components Required 4
Wiring Foreword 5
TCU Plug Pinouts 6, 7
TCU Mounting Location 8
TCU Power Supply 9
Main Component Locations 10
Transmission Selector Housing 11
Transmission Selector Connection 12
Starter Solenoid Safety Switch 13
Transmission Solenoid Connector 14, 15, 16
Speed Meter Output 17
Vehicle Speed Sensor Input 18
Vehicle Speed Sensor Input Connection 19
Engine RPM and TPS Inputs 20
Multi Function Buttons Input 21
Glossary 22
OEM Wiring colours and connectors 23
DISCLAIMER
APC has made every attempt to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided on this
manual. However, the information is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. APC does not accept any
responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information
contained on this manual. Please consult a factory issued repair manual for exact specifications.
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Introduction
Thank you and congratulations on your Spitronics purchase. We are sure that you will be satisfied with this
robust, compact and user friendly controller, which was designed to meet today's requirements. This
controller was developed around the people involved with Management computers. We hope that it will give
you years of trouble free operation.
This manual serves as an addon to the official Spitronics Mercury manual. Please read the official
manual to learn about the safety precautions and design features of your Transmission Control Unit (TCU).
Failure to use and install this management system properly will cause injury to people and / or damage to
equipment. This manual was written with the novice and professional engine tuner in mind, and we would
like to urge you to install the TCU according to our recommendations. This is the best way to get the most
out of your TCU. For technical support please contact the distributor from whom the TCU was purchased.
The distributor information can be found on the back of your Mercury TCU or can be obtained from
Spitronics Head office
About Spitronics
Spitronics is a design company that specialise in electronic and mechanical designs. Our main product is
After Market Engine Management Systems. Spitronics has a full time, in house Research and Development
Team that consists of software, hardware, firmware and research engineers. We constantly design new
products and upgrade existing ones. This ensures the end user of the latest technology.
Spitronics makes use of surface mount technology and an Automated Machine Process for production
manufacturing. This process results in a more reliable quality product at reduced cost and a smaller physical
size product. This will ensure the end user of the best value for his money.
Spitronics products also go through a Three Stage Quality Control Process before being shipped to
independent distributors, dealers or end users.
Spitronics has a comprehensive Infrastructure with young and passionate people to provide friendly support.
From Branches across South Africa, to a network of independent distributors and dealers, both local and
international to assist the consumer with installation, back-up and service.
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Components Required
We assume that the vehicle is complete, engine is running and the gearbox has been installed.
It is recommended that the following components are used to complete the Spitronics TCU installation. All
these components are available from APC and can be purchased as a complete kit.
Spitronics Mercury2 TCU kit for A650 Automatic Transmission which consists of:
Spitronics Mercury Intermediate TCU with A650 5 Speed Firmware
T01-P1 Wiring Loom (12 Way)
M02-P2 Wiring Loom (10 Way)
T03-P3 Wiring Loom (8 Way) with diode board
T04-P4 Wiring Loom (6 Way)
Push button x2
Extra Components Required:

Miscellaneous wire terminals
Miscellaneous Heat Shrink
Insulating Cloth Tape
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Wiring Foreword
Please refer to the loom wiring diagrams and official Mercury Manual for the loom wiring details. Most
general wiring details are explained in this manual.
Wiring Reliability
The wiring is critical for for reliable operation of the TCU. The following points will help to ensure that the
wiring is reliable:
1. Ground Wiring. One of the most common wiring problems is poor ground wiring. The ground wire must be
grounded properly to the chassis and there must be no paint or anodizing between the ground wire and
mounting point. Temporary wiring is likely to cause problems, use the proper terminal that is securely
crimped to the ground wires.
2. Power wiring. The power wire must be wired by the shortest possible path to the battery via a 30 amp
relay. The relay must be in good condition and the wires must be crimped securely to the appropriate
terminals. The relay should be activated by the ignition switch. The TCU power must not be fed directly from
the ignition switch because it probably wont be able to handle the required current.
3. Terminal crimping. Use the correct crimping tool for each type of terminal. Do a pull test on a sample wire
and terminal to verify that the crimp is sound. In theory the wire should break before the wire pulls out the
crimp. Most crimp tools are only designed for a certain range of wire sizes so be sure to test the crimp with
the particular wire size being used. Soldering the terminal is the last resort if the correct crimping tool is not
available.
4. Terminal Damage. The various connector terminals are easily damaged if probes are inserted into them.
Do not insert probes of any kind into the terminals. If checking a circuit for continuity gently touch the side of
the terminal only.
5. Wire splicing. Preferably use a crimp splice. If soldering a wire splice, wire movement near the wire splice
should be avoided otherwise a fracture might occur at the stress point created by the solder. Use heat shrink
to insulate and provide support to the wires. Never simply connect wire splices without solder or a crimp
splice. These type of joins will corrode. Never use 'Vampire Taps' & 'Plastic Butt Splices'. The first is an
absolute NO. Vampire taps only work under ideal conditions and wire thickness.
6. Wire strain. Avoid pulling wires tight at the connectors.
7. Wire movement. Avoid wire fatigue by tying the wires down close to the connectors.
8. Heat. Keep the wires away from high heat sources.
Important note: ANY TCU is only as good as the INSTALLER AND TUNER!! Take your time and do it
right the first time.
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TCU Plug Pinouts
The Spitronics Mercury TCU is equipped with four molex connectors. These connectors have been grouped
according to function.
12 Way connector Input Signals

10 Way connector Positive channel outputs
8 Way connector Negative channel outputs
6 Way connector Auxiliary inputs and outputs
Note: Pin Number 1 is on the right hand bottom of the connector when looking from the wire side. All TCU
plug pinouts in this manual is labeled in the same manner unless specified otherwise.
TCU Plug Pinout 12 Way (T01-P1)
Pin # Description Wire Colour

1
2 Throttle Position Sensor Input Yellow
3 Low Range Input Blue
4 Ground To Sensors Black
5
6
7 Oil Temperature Sensor Input Blue
8 Reverse Switch Input White
9
10 12v + Ignition Input Orange
11 Vehicle Speed Sensor Input Blue
12 Engine RPM Signal Input Green
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TCU Plug Pinout 10 Way (M02-P2)

1 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 6 Red/White
2 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 5 Red/Orange
3 Not Used Red/Blue
4 Not Used Blue/Red
5 12v + Ignition Input Red
6 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 12 Red/Yellow
7 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 11 Red/Green
8 Not used Red/Black
9 Not Used Blue/Black
10 12v + Ignition Input Red
TCU Plug Pinout 8 Way (T03-P3)

1 Lockup LED output Black/Purple
2 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 3 Black/Orange
3 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 2 Black/White
4 General Purpose Output 1 Blue/Orange
5 Function LED output Black/Red
6 Not used Black/Brown
7 Gearbox Solenoid Pin 4 Black/Yellow
8 Speed Output Green

1 General Purpose Output 2 Blue/White
2 Button Input Down Blue
3 Ground to sensors Black
4
5 Button Input Up Red
6
Note: Pin Number 1 is on the right hand bottom of the connector when looking from the wire side. All TCU
plug pinouts in this manual is labeled in the same manner unless when specified otherwise.
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TCU Mounting Location
It is recommended that the Spitronics ECU, TCU, EFI Fuse Box and Relays be installed inside the vehicle
cabin. Do not install the ECU or wiring loom directly or close to any high heat sources.
The TCU Ground wire needs to be earthed properly onto the vehicle’s chassis. A bad earth connection may
cause intermittent problems and damage to the TCU and/or other components.
Connect Lug
to Ground
External Jumper Settings

The Mercury 2 ECU is equipped with external jumpers, these jumpers are used to activate the internal pull
up resistors which are needed when a Hall effect engine speed / wheel sensor is used. The a650
transmission is equipped with an inductive wheel speed sensor and the TCU will receive engine RPM from
the Mercury2 ECU, thus both the jumpers need to be removed for this application.
RPM Pullup Speed Pullup
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Transmission Control Unit (ECU) Power Supply
The Spitronics TCU requires a stable power and earth supply.
Run a (Red 1.5mm²) wire from the ECU Relay as detailed in the 1uz-vvt ECU manual.
The TCU Earth wire and Black Earth wires from the TCU connectors need to be properly grounded onto the
vehicle’s chassis. A bad earth connection may cause intermittent problems and damage to the ECU and/or
other components.
12v+ Supply from the EFI Relay

Please refer to the 1uz-vvt manual
to Ground
Connect Lug
12 Way, Pin 10
T01-P1 T04-P4 M02-P2
12 Way, Pin 4
6 Way, Pin 3
10 Way, Pin 5 & 10

5
T03-P3
Red, 12v+ Supply to LED
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Main Component Locations
Selector Housing
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Transmission Selector Housing
The selector position connector is located on the right hand of the gearbox.
Gearbox Selector Housing Pinout
Pin Number Description

1 Park
2 Reverse
3 Switches common
4 Position 3
5 4 3 2 1 5 Neutral
6 Starter Solenoid Relay Switch
7 Drive
9 8 7 6 8 Position 2
Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.
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Transmission Selector Housing Connection
The gearbox selector is used by the TCU in order to determine when reverse has been selected on the lever
and as a starter solenoid safety switch.
TCU Reverse Logic Connection

12v+ Fused Supply
White (T01-P1 12Way, Pin 8)
12v+ Output To Reverse Lights

1 Park
2 Reverse
3 Switches common
5 4 3 2 1 4 Position 3
5 Neutral
9 8 7 6 6
7
Starter Solenoid Relay Switch
Drive
8 Position 2
Important Note; Insulate all un-used wires properly.
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Starter Solenoid Safety Switch Connection
Starter Relay
Pin 30
Pin 85
Pin 86
Pin 87
12v+ From Starter Switch
Fused 12v+ Supply
12v+ Output to Starter Solenoid Relay
Ground
12v+ Output to starter Solenoid
Pin # Description
1 Park
2 Reverse
3 Switches common
4 Position 3
5 4 3 2 1 5 Neutral
9 8 7 6 7
8
Drive
Position 2
Important Note; Insulate all un-used wires properly.

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Transmission Solenoid Connector
The transmission solenoid connector is located on the on the left / rear of the gearbox
Gearbox Selector Housing Pinout

1 Oil Temperature
2 Solenoid 5
3 Solenoid 6
4 Solenoid 7
6 5 4 3 2 1 5
6
Solenoid 3
Solenoid 1
7 Oil Temperature
12 11 10 9 8 7 8
9
12v+ From Diode Board
12v+ From Diode Board
10 12v+ From Diode Board
11 Solenoid 4
12 Solenoid 2
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Gearbox Solenoid Connection
The solenoid plug is connected to the T01-P1, M02-P2 and T03-P3 wiring looms. Note; a diode circuit board
has been incorporated into the T03-P3 wiring loom. The diode circuit board will receive a 12v+ Fused supply
from the EFI fuse box. (Please refer to the EFI fuse box connection in the 1uz-vvt manual)
T01-P1 M02-P2 T03-P3
Red 12v+ From EFI Fuse Box

I1
I2
I3
R2+
Diode Board
O1
O2
O3
Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 12




Transmission Solenoids Connector

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Gearbox Solenoid Connection Continued
Red/Yellow (M02-P2 10 Pin Plug, Pin 6)
Red/White (M02-P2 10 Pin Plug, Pin 1)
Red/Green (M02-P2 10 Pin Plug, Pin 7)
Red/Orange (M02-P2 10 Pin Plug, Pin 2)
Black/White (T03-P3 8 Pin Plug, Pin 3)

Red 12v+ Supply from Diode Board (T03-P3)
Black/Yellow (T03-P3 8 Pin Plug, Pin 7)

Black/Orange (T03-P3 8 Pin Plug, Pin 2)
Blue (T01-P1 12 Pin Plug, Pin 7)
Black (T01-P1 12 Pin Plug, Pin 4)
Pin Number Description Colour

1 Oil Temperature Black
2 Solenoid 5 Black/White
3 Solenoid 6 Black/Orange
4 Solenoid 7 Black/Yellow
6 5 4 3 2 1 5
6
Solenoid 3
Solenoid 1
Red/Orange
Red/White
7 Oil Temperature Blue
12 11 10 9 8 7 8
9
12v+ Diode Board
12v+ Diode Board
Red
Red
10 12v+ Diode Board Red
11 Solenoid 4 Red/Green
12 Solenoid 2 Red/Yellow
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Speed Meter Output
The Spitronics Mercury TCU is equipped with a scale able vehicle speed output that can be connected to
most OEM dash clusters.
Speed Meter
Ground
Signal
Green
T03-P3
(8 Way Connector, Pin 8)
12v + Switched
Operation
The TCU supplies a square wave output that can be calibrated to suite the pulses per revolution required.
Speed Meter types

There are different kinds of dash clusters available. Only analogue non stepper motor counters can be driven
from the Spitronics TCU. Most soft pulse speed counters can be driven straight from the TCU, but in some
cases the meter requires a pull up resistor or spike circuit to work.
Pull up resistor conversion

Some electronic meters require a pull up resistor to work correctly. Please see sketch below.
Signal
Green
T03-P3
(8 Way Connector, Pin 8) Resistor
1k Ohm
0.25w
12v + Switched
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Vehicle Speed Sensor Input
The vehicle speed sensor connector is located on the left / rear of the gearbox. The vehicle speed sensor is
used in conjunction with engine RPM and the throttle position to determine when the gearbox will change
gears.
Vehicle Speed Sensor Pinout

1 Ground
2 1 2 Signal
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Vehicle Speed Sensor Connection
T01-P1
Blue (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 11)
Black (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 4)

1 Ground
2 1 2 Signal
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Engine RPM and Throttle Position Input
The engine RPM and TPS signal inputs are connected to the ECU M05-P1 wiring loom. Note; the RPM
output can be shared between the TCU and tachometer.
M03-P3 M05-P1
Mercury ECU
Green (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 12)
Yellow (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 2)
T01-P1
Mercury TCU
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Multi Function Buttons Input
The TCU can be switched over into tip-tronic mode and controlled by two push buttons These buttons are
simply wired onto the T04-P4 wiring loom.

T04-P4
1 General Purpose Output 2 Blue/White
2 Button Input Down Blue
3 Ground to sensors Black
4
5 Button Input Up Red
6
Black (T04-P4 6 Way, Pin 3)
Blue (T04-P4 6 Way, Pin 2)

Red (T04-P4 6 Way, Pin 5)
Button Up
Button Down
Common Ground
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Glossary
ACIS Acoustic Control Induction System

AWG American Wire Gauge
ECT Engine Coolant Temperature
ECU Engine Control Unit
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection
GPO General Purpose Output
IACV Intake Air Control Valve
IAT Intake Air Temperature
IGN Ignition
INJ Injector
MAP Manifold Absolute Pressure
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
OCV Oil Control Valve
TCU Transmission Control Unit
TPS Throttle Position Sensor
VVT Variable Valve Timing
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OEM Wiring Colours
Please note; this section is to be used for general info only as the wiring colours are not the same
between different model vehicles.
Gearbox Selector Housing

1 Red/White Park
2 Red/Black Reverse
3 Black/White Switches common
4 Green/Yellow Position 3
5 Green/Red Neutral 5 4 3 2 1
6 Brown Starter Solenoid Relay Switch
7 Red Drive 9 8 7 6
8 Green/Black Position 2
9 Black Starter Solenoid Relay Switch
Vehicle Speed Sensor

1 Blue/Yellow Ground
2 Red/Blue Signal 2 1
Solenoid Connector
1 Green/Red
2 Black/Yellow
3 Pink
4 Green/White
5 Red/Yellow
6 Blue/White 6 5 4 3 2 1
7 Brown
8 Red/Black
9 Blue/Black 12 11 10 9 8 7
10 Blue/Red
11 Yellow/Black
12 Green/Yellow
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Extra Components Required:

6. Wire strain. Avoid pulling wires tight at the connectors.

8. Heat. Keep the wires away from high heat sources.

12 Way connector Input Signals

TCU Plug Pinout 12 Way (T01-P1)

Pin # Description Wire Colour

Pin # Description Wire Colour

Pin # Description Wire Colour

Pin # Description Wire Colour

External Jumper Settings

RPM Pullup Speed Pullup

12v+ Supply from the EFI Relay

10 Way, Pin 5 & 10

Red, 12v+ Supply to LED

Gearbox Selector Housing Pinout

Pin Number Description

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

TCU Reverse Logic Connection

White (T01-P1 12Way, Pin 8)

12v+ Output To Reverse Lights

Pin Number Description

Important Note; Insulate all un-used wires properly.

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

Fused 12v+ Supply

12v+ Output to Starter Solenoid Relay

12v+ Output to starter Solenoid

Important Note; Insulate all un-used wires properly.

Gearbox Selector Housing Pinout

Pin Number Description

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

T01-P1 M02-P2 T03-P3

Red 12v+ From EFI Fuse Box

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 10

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 7

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 6

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 4

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 2

Gearbox Solenoid Connector Pin 8

Transmission Solenoids Connector

Black/White (T03-P3 8 Pin Plug, Pin 3)

Red 12v+ Supply from Diode Board (T03-P3)

Red 12v+ Supply from Diode Board (T03-P3)

Blue (T01-P1 12 Pin Plug, Pin 7)

Black (T01-P1 12 Pin Plug, Pin 4)

Pin Number Description Colour

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

Speed Meter types

Pull up resistor conversion

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

Vehicle Speed Sensor Pinout

Pin Number Description

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

Black (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 4)

Pin Number Description

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

Green (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 12)

Yellow (T01-P1 12 Way, Pin 2)

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.

TCU Plug Pinout 6 Way (M04-P4)

Blue (T04-P4 6 Way, Pin 2)

Note: The connectors are shown from the wire side.