Dyna S static timing - test light always on

[Pendulum]

As the title says... My test light is always on while trying to set my static timing.

I just installed the Dyna S this morning, and I've completely torn it apart and re-installed it twice.

My wiring looks like:

Dyna S WHITE output to Coil #1 yellow wire (Emgo coil p/n 2472451)
Dyna S BLACK output to Coil #2 yellow wire
Coil #1 black wire joined to Coil #2 black wire, both to switched 12v.
Dyna S to switched 12v

The switched 12v for the Dyna S and the black wires is the same source. Switched 12v from my ignition switch.

[Suzuki_Don]

The white wire from the Dyna goes to the coil for 1-4

The black wire from the Dyna goes to the coil for 2-3

You have mentioned in your post coils #1 and #2, but that does not help as either coil or both could be feeding the incorrect cylinder compared to the hookup on the Dyna S.

The switched wire coming from the ign switch to the coils with 12v constant should be O/W, this wire should also power the Dyna S unit.

Is this a new Dyna S unit that you have purchased or 2nd hand.

Do you have the Dyna S wiring diagram. Is it kokosan or nippon denso.

[Pendulum]

The white wire from the Dyna goes to the coil for 1-4

The black wire from the Dyna goes to the coil for 2-3

You have mentioned in your post coils #1 and #2, but that does not help as either coil or both could be feeding the incorrect cylinder compared to the hookup on the Dyna S.

I don't have my wires hooked up to the plugs yet. Waiting on plug boots.

The switched wire coming from the ign switch to the coils with 12v constant should be O/W, this wire should also power the Dyna S unit.

My ignition switch has been bypassed, and replaced with a toggle switch. I've poured over the wiring diagrams and the Orange/White is just a switched 12v, which is why I used the switched side of my toggle switch.

Is this a new Dyna S unit that you have purchased or 2nd hand.

Brand new.

Do you have the Dyna S wiring diagram. Is it kokosan or nippon denso.

Not sure, because the bike previously had a Dyna III. The tech at Dynatek told me which part number to order, and that's what I've got.

Like I said... The primary concern is the fact that my test light is always on. I haven't even been able to try to time it yet.

[Suzuki_Don]

On P.4 of the Dyna S Installation, Timing & Trouble Shooting document it says:

"During timing, if the test light remains bright at all times, it indicates that there is a bad connection in the wiring. Ensure that there is 12v at the red wire."


Hope this may be of some help to you.

Good luck.

[trippivot]

forget the test light , put a plug into the #4 wire and turn the ignition system on. (if it's all hooked up) - or hook it up and insulate the connections then;

just turn the crankshaft with a 19mm wrench and watch for the spark

you want the F mark to line up when it snaps. test 1-4 and then test 2-3

if you have any other problems from directly shorting 12+ power to the white or black wire while the backing plate was grounded you may have to get another "S" unit.

[Pendulum]

forget the test light , put a plug into the #4 wire and turn the ignition system on. (if it's all hooked up) - or hook it up and insulate the connections then;

just turn the crankshaft with a 19mm wrench and watch for the spark

you want the F mark to line up when it snaps. test 1-4 and then test 2-3

if you have any other problems from directly shorting 12+ power to the white or black wire while the backing plate was grounded you may have to get another "S" unit.

If I kick it over, I get spark... So I know it's firing. I didn't get a chance to check timing yet. Just to confirm... This is a really awful wiring diagram I drew just now. Is this correct?

[Rover]

You may have this already.In case you don't.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=3&sqi=2&ved=0CEkQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dynaonline.com%2Fenglish%2Finstruct%2FDS6-2.pdf&rct=j&q=dyna%20s%20ignition&ei=Uq-YTqm0JoK3tgeo_pzkDA&usg=AFQjCNG5P2zV2KYDAER5I28btiLkXbNIIA&cad=rja

[Pendulum]

I didn't have that already. I just read through it quickly, and it sounds like it's just the Harley version of the manual I got w/ my Dyna S. I have Dynatek p/n DS3-2.

According to that link, my stuffs wired correctly.

Seriously, I'm very close to borrowing my dads truck, dragging this to a shop, and paying out the ass just so I can ride it again. Anyone near Queen Creek, AZ and want to help me figure this out? I'll compensate you for your time but I'd rather have someone that knows the GS's than some guy that works on modern supersports all day.

[Jimmy]

I had the same problem with my brand new unit on the 1-4 side. I tried it on the 2-3 side and it worked how it was supposed to.....I called dynatek and was told it is a short in the unit. They are very helpful give them a call. I had to ship the unit to them in Montana for diagnosis and repair.

I'm sure you have yours working by now lol but just in case someone is searching for a solution to the same problem....