The RX-8 G5 Plug-in ECU is purpose-built for the Series 1 Mazda RX-8, combining genuine plug-in convenience through direct factory fitment with Link's advanced G5 engine management technology, OEM compatibility, advanced tuning and motorsport features. No wiring, no adapters, no compromises.
Genuine Plug-In convenience with next generation G5 architecture, advanced tuning and motorsport features.
Purpose-built for the Series 1 Mazda RX-8, this ECU connects directly to the factory wiring loom, delivering a clean, simple installation without the need for rewiring or adapter looms. It retains control of the RX-8's factory systems, including 3-stage sequential fuel injection, Auxiliary Port Valve (APV), Secondary Shutter Valve (SSV), Variable Dynamic Intake (VDI), Variable Fresh Air Duct (VFAD), Secondary Air Pump and oil metering pump.
Built on Link's powerful G5 platform, the RX-8 G5 delivers advanced tuning capabilities, motorsport features and extensive inputs and outputs, giving tuners greater flexibility and control. It supports the factory wideband sensor straight out of the box, with onboard LSU 4.9 wideband control also available through the expansion connector.
Advanced communications include GPS, Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB-C, alongside 1GB of onboard data logging for high-speed data capture and analysis. Ethernet and Wi-Fi tuning provide additional flexibility, while a modelled fuel sample map with fully characterised injector data provides a solid starting point for tuning.
With two trigger inputs, including Trigger 2 on the expansion header, the RX-8 G5 Plug-in supports a wide range of trigger patterns, making it suitable for engine swaps and custom applications. Whether you're building a street-driven RX-8 or a dedicated race car, or planning an engine swap, the RX-8 G5 Plug-in delivers the performance, reliability and control of Link's latest generation ECU technology.
Genuine Plug-in convenience. Next-generation G5 performance.
Models Supported
Mazda RX-8 Series 1 (Manual Transmission)
Not compatible with Series 2 Mazda RX-8 models due to different factory ECU connectors.
Important
Please check your connector matches the header in the listed photo before purchasing.
Designed for manual transmission vehicles.
Most factory features are supported.
This ECU has built-in E-Throttle (Drive-by-Wire).
The RX-8's G5’s multi-board architecture delivers next generation features including:
Global Positioning System (GPS)
Ethernet
Wi-Fi
8 Custom Math Blocks with 30 characters
Full OEM CAN Bus integration
Torque-Based Engine Control
3-Stage Sequential Fuel Injection Control
Auxiliary Port Valve (APV) Control
Secondary Shutter Valve (SSV) Control
Variable Dynamic Intake (VDI) Control
Variable Fresh Air Duct (VFAD) Control
Secondary Air Pump Control
Oil Metering Pump Control
Factory Wideband Lambda Sensor Support
Onboard Digital Wideband Lambda Control
Dual H-Bridge Control (E-Throttle)
Modelled Fuel Control
Flex Fuel
Trigger Oscilloscope
3 Axis Accelerometer
1k or 10k Ω Selectable Temp Input Pullups
Flexible engine protection limiters
CAN Keypad Control
Compatible with all leading after-market dashes via CAN or serial stream
1 Gigabyte of Internal Data Logging
Motorsport Features:
Nitrous Control
Launch Control
Anti-lag
Cruise Control
Traction Control
Race Timer and Power Management
Gear Shift Control
Paddle Shift Control
The RX-8 G5 uses Link’s most advanced, most powerful and most flexible ECU platform, delivering advanced communication and specs including:
Communications
2 CAN Bus Channels
1 Wi-Fi
USB-C Tuning Connection
1 Ethernet
1 Power Over USB
Product Dimensions
160mm(L) x 135mm(W) x 32.25mm(H)
6.30in(L) x 5.31in(W) x 1.27in(H)
Electrical
Operating Voltage Range: 6-30V
Maximum Input Voltage: 30V
Maximum Continuous Current Draw: 15A
Expansion Plug Superseal 2 Row 26 Position
Part number 1473712-1
What's in the Box
Mazda RX-8 G5 Plug-in ECU
USB-C Connection Cable
Wi-Fi Antenna
4m GPS Antenna (Magnetic or Adhesive Mount)
USB-C and SMA Dust Covers
Link stickers
Plugin Manual Card
Product Registration Card
