Actron CP9180 User Manual

CP9180

AutoScanner® Plus

P/N 0002-000-2935

Tool Information

Complete the following list. Provide this information when contacting customer support.

Serial No:

SW ID:

Refer to section 3-7 to get the Serial Number (Serial No) and Software Identification (SW ID.)

If you have questions or concerns Contact

Technical Support:

•Phone: [phone]

•Website: www.actron.com

•Mail: SPX Service Solutions

15825 Industrial Parkway

Cleveland, Ohio 44135

Attn: Technical Support

Copyright Information

Copyright © 2006 SPX Corporation

All rights reserved.

The information, specifications and illustrations in this guide are based on the latest information available at the time of printing. SPX Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions

Section 1 – Using This Manual

ToC

Section 2 – Getting Started

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Using the CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Running Applications On Included CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-3

Vehicle Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Introduction to On-Board Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

SAE Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-6

Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Section 3– Using The Scan Tool

The Scan Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 Accessories Included with the Scan Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3 Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

Scan Tool Power UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Changing Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6 View Tool Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7 Display Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8 Keypad Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9 Memory Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10 Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

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		Connecting The Scan Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-12
		Vehicle Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-13
		Review Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-15
		Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-16
	ToC	Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	3-18
		Code Lookup	3-19

Section 4 – Vehicle Diagnostics

Vehicle Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

OBD II Function List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

I/M Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Pending Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

State OBD Check (Emissions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

View Freeze Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

Drive Cycle Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

O2 Monitor Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23

Diagnostic Monitor Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25

On-Board Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29

Vehicle Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32

Modules Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34

Section 5 – Troubleshooting

How to Use On-Line Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Scan Tool Does Not Power Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Vehicle Communication Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Operating Error or Erroneous Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Tool Self-Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Appendix A – PID Definitions

Appendix B – Glossary

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	Safety Precautions
		!

For your safety, read this manual thoroughly before operating your Scan Tool. Always refer to and follow safety messages and test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested.

The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care when using this test instrument.

Read All Instructions

Read, understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual and on the test equipment. Safety messages in this section of the manual contain a signal word with a three-part message and, in some instances, an icon.

Safety Messages

Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. All safety messages are introduced by a signal word. The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation. The types of safety messages are.

!DANGER

!WARNING

!CAUTION

IMPORTANT

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to operator or bystanders.

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to operator or bystanders.

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to operator or bystanders.

Indicates a condition which, if not avoided, may result in damage to test equipment or vehicle.

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	Safety Precautions
!	Type Styles Used:

Safety messages contain three different type styles.

•Normal type states the hazard.

•Bold type states how to avoid the hazard.

•Italic type states the possible consequences of not avoiding the hazard.

Icons used:

An icon, when present, gives a graphical description of a potential hazard.

Example:

Engine systems can malfunction expelling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris.

Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders. Even if everyday eyeglasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

Engine systems that malfunction can cause injury.

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Safety Precautions
Important Safety Messages	!

Risk of electric shock.

•Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs indicated in the Specifications.

•Use extreme caution when working with circuits that have voltage greater than 60 volts DC or 24 volts AC.

Electric shock can cause injury.

! WARNING

Risk of explosion.

•Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders.

-Even if everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses, and may not provide adequate protection.

•Do not use this scan tool in environments where explosive vapors may collect. These areas include:

-below-ground pits.

-confined areas.

-areas that are less than 18 inches above floor.

•Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per hour.

•Flammable fuel and vapors can ignite.

•Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in the vicinity of the battery. Battery gases can ignite.

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Safety Precautions

!	• Avoid making an accidental connection between the
	battery terminals. Do not place uninsulated metal
	tools on the battery.
	• When removing battery cables, remove the ground
	cable first.
	• Avoid sparks when connecting or disconnecting
	power leads to the battery.
	• Make sure ignition is off, headlights and other
	accessories are off and vehicle doors are closed
	before disconnecting the battery cables.
	- This also helps prevent damage to on-board computer sys-
	tems.
	• Always disconnect the battery ground connections
	before servicing electrical system components.

Explosion can cause injury.

! WARNING

Risk of poisoning.

•Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per hour. Engine exhaust contains odorless gas which can be lethal.

•Route the exhaust outside while testing with the engine running.

Poisoning can result in death or serious injury.

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Safety Precautions

! WARNING

Battery acid is a highly corrosive sulfuric acid.	!

•Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders.

-Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses, and may not provide adequate protection.

•Make sure someone can hear you or is close enough to provide aid when working near a battery.

•Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby.

-If battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes, flush exposed area with soap and water for 10 minutes. Seek medical help.

•Do not touch eyes while working near battery.

Battery acid can burn eyes and skin.

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	Safety Precautions
!	Risk of fire.

•Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders.

-Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses, and may not provide adequate protection.

•Do not position your head directly in front of or over the throttle body.

•Do not pour gasoline down the throttle body when cranking or running the engine, when working with fuel delivery systems or any open fuel line.

- Engine backfire can occur when the air cleaner is out of position.

•Do not use fuel injector cleaning solvents when performing diagnostic testing.

•Keep cigarettes, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition away from vehicle.

•Keep a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher rated for gasoline, chemical and electrical fires in work area.

Fire can cause death or serious injury.

Risk of flying particles.

•Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders while using electrical equipment.

-Electrical equipment or rotating engine parts can cause flying particles.

-Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses, and may not provide adequate protection.

Flying particles can cause eye injury.

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Safety Precautions

Risk of burns.	!

•Batteries can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld jewelry to metal.

-Remove jewelry such as rings, bracelets and watches before working near batteries.

Short circuits can cause injury.

! WARNING

Risk of burns.

•Do not remove radiator cap unless engine is cold.

- Pressurized engine coolant may be hot.

•Do not touch hot exhaust systems, manifolds, engines, radiators, sample probe.

•Wear insulated gloves when handling hot engine components.

•Tester leads can become hot after extended testing in close proximity to manifolds.

Hot components can cause injury.

Risk of expelling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris.

•Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders.

-Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses, and may not provide adequate protection.

•Engine systems can malfunction, expelling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris.

Fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris can cause serious injury.

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	Safety Precautions
!	Engine compartment contains electrical connections
	and hot or moving parts.

•Keep yourself, test leads, clothing and other objects clear of electrical connections and hot or moving engine parts.

•Do not wear watches, rings, or loose fitting clothing when working in an engine compartment.

•Do not place tools or test equipment on fenders or other places in engine compartment.

•Barriers are recommended to help identify danger zones in test area.

•Prevent personnel from walking through test area.

Contacting electrical connections and hot or moving parts can cause injury.

Risk of injury.

•The Scan Tool should be operated by qualified personnel only.

•Use the scan tool only as described in the user’s manual.

•Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

•Do not operate the Scan Tool with damaged cables.

•Do not operate the Scan Tool if it has been dropped or damaged, until examined by a qualified service representative.

Operation of the Scan Tool by anyone other than qualified personnel may result in injury.

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Safety Precautions

!

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

! WARNING

• Block drive wheels before performing a test with engine running.

	P R N D L 2	• Unless instructed otherwise:
		- set parking brake

-put gear selector in neutral for manual transmissions

-put gear selector in park for automatic transmissions

-disconnect release mechanism on the automatic parking brake release for testing and reconnect when testing is completed.

• Do not leave a running engine unattended.

A moving vehicle can cause injury.

Risk of equipment or circuit damage.

! CAUTION

•Unless specifically directed by manufacturer, make sure ignition is off before connecting or disconnecting connectors or any vehicle electrical terminals.

•Do not create a short between battery terminals with a jumper wire or tools.

Improper equipment use can cause equipment or circuit damage.

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Safety Precautions

!	! CAUTION

Misdiagnosis may lead to incorrect or improper repair and/or adjustment.

•Do not rely on erratic, questionable, or obviously erroneous test information or results.

-If test information or results are erratic, questionable, or obviously erroneous, make sure all connections and data entry information are correct and test procedures were performed correctly.

-If test information or results are still suspicious, do not use them for diagnosis.

Improper repair and/or adjustment may cause vehicle or equipment damage or unsafe operation.

Some vehicles are equipped with air bags.

! DANGER

•Follow service manual warnings when working around air bag components or wiring.

-If service manual instructions are not followed, an air bag may deploy unexpectedly, resulting in injury.

-Note an air bag can still deploy several minutes after ignition key is off (or even if vehicle battery is disconnected) because of a special energy reserve module.

An air bag opening can cause injury.

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Section 1 – Using This Manual

This manual contains instructions for the use and setup of your Scan Tool. A table of contents and glossary are provided to make this manual easy to use.

Some of the information shown in text or illustrations is obtained using optional
equipment. A Sales Representative can determine option availability.	1
This section contains a list of conventions used.

Safety Messages

Refer to Safety Precautions on page Safety - i.

Check Note

A check note provides additional information about the subject in the preceding paragraph.

Example:

English is the default measurement unit.

Equipment Tips and Lists

Equipment tips and lists provide information that applies to specific equipment. Each tip is introduced by this icon for easy identification.

Example:

Observe all vehicle and/or equipment manufacturer’s cautions and warnings when testing with the Scan Tool.

Equipment Damage

Situations arise during testing that could damage the vehicle or the test equipment. The word IMPORTANT signals these situations.

Example:

IMPORTANT Failure to follow these instructions could damage the Scan Tool.

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Using This Manual

Functions and Selections

Diagnostic and tool functions performed by the Scan Tool are highlighted in bold.

Example:

The View Data function allows you to view the vehicle’s parameter identification (PID) data in real time.

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Menus

The menus on the Scan Tool display are referenced in the procedures and are highlighted in bold-italic text.

Example:

When the OBDII Function List menu displays, the Scan Tool is ready for use.

Questions and Responses

Messages and user responses are CAPITALIZED.

Example:

The Scan Tool displays the pending DTCs or a message stating SYSTEM PASS: NO FAULT DETECTED.

Manual References

Used to reference other sections of the manual. References include the Title and page number (section-page).

Example:

For more information on DTCs, refer to “OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)” on page 2-15

Screens

Certain help messages, information, and data that are displayed on the scan tool are also shown in graphical text boxes. The screens are presented as examples and may change as the software is updated.

Example:

OBD II Function List

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I/M Readiness Read Codes Pending Codes Erase Codes State OBD Check View Data

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Section 2 – Getting Started

Introduction

The Scan Tool was developed by experts in the automotive service industry to help diagnose vehicles and assist in troubleshooting procedures.

The Scan Tool monitors vehicle events and retrieves codes from the	2
vehicle’s control modules to help pinpoint problem areas.

All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available from industry sources at the time of publication.

No warranty (expressed or implied) can be made for its accuracy or completeness, nor is any responsibility assumed by the manufacturer or anyone connected with it for loss or damages suffered through reliance on any information contained in this manual or misuse of accompanying product. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time to this manual or accompanying product without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes.

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Getting Started

Using the CD

The included CD is NOT required to operate the Scan Tool

Install the CD application prior to connecting the Scan Tool to the PC.

Some of the items included on the CD are:

Manuals included with Scan Tool

2DTC lookup software

Scan Tool update software

Adobe Acrobat Reader Installer

Print Capture

Other product information

To be able to use the included CD the PC must meet the following minimum requirements:

486 PC

4 MB of RAM

Microsoft Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000 and XP

CD ROM Drive

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Internet Explorer 4.0 or newer

Screen Resolution of 800 x 600

–If screen resolution is 800 x 600, in Display Properties, Settings Tab, set Font Size to Small Fonts.

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Getting Started

Installing Applications On Included CD

1.Close all programs on the computer.

2.Place the CD in CD-Drive.

If CD does not start automatically;

Select the Start button.

Select Run...

2

Enter “X:\Setup.htm” in Open Box on Computer and select OK.

Run

Start

“X” is the CD-ROM drive letter on the computer.

Enter

3.Follow screen prompts on the computer to install the applications.

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Getting Started

Vehicle Service Information

The following is a list of web sites and phone numbers where electronic engine control (EEC) diagnostic information is available.

Some manuals may be available at your local dealer, auto parts stores or local public libraries.

	Domestic Vehicles	Web Site	Phone Number
	General Motors
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	Chevrolet	www.chevrolet.com	1-800-551-4123
	Pontiac	www.pontiac.com	1-800-551-4123
	Oldsmobile	www.oldsmobile.com	1-800-551-4123
	Buick	www.buick.com	1-800-551-4123
	Cadillac	www.cadillac.com	1-800-333-4CAD
	Saturn	www.saturn.com	1-800-553-6000
	Ford	www.ford.com	1-800-392-3673
	Ford
	Lincoln	www.lincoln.com	1-800-392-3673
	Mercury	www.mercury.com	1-800-392-3673
	Chrysler	www.chrysler.com	1-800-348-4696
	Chrysler
	Dodge	www.dodge.com	1-800-348-4696
	Plymouth	Not Available	1-800-348-4696
	Eagle	Not Available	1-800-348-4696

European Vehicles

Audi	www.audi.com	1-800-544-8021
Volkswagon	www.vw.com	1-800-544-8021
BMW	www.bmw.com	1-201-307-4000
MINI	www.mini.com	1-201-307-4000
Jaguar	www.jaguar.com	1-800-4-JAGUAR
Volvo	www.volvo.com	1-800-458-1552
Mercedes-Benz	www.mercedes-benz.com	1-800-367-6372
Land Rover	www.landrover.com	1-800-637-6837
Porsche	www.porsche.com	1-800-PORSCHE
Saab	www.saab.com	1-800-955-9007
Asian Vehicles	Web Site	Phone Number
Acura	www.acura.com	1-800-999-1009
Honda	www.honda.com	1-800-999-1009
Lexus	www.lexus.com	1-800-255-3987
Scion	www.scion.com	1.866.70.SCION
Toyota	www.toyota.com	1-800-GO-TOYOTA

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Getting Started

Hyundai	www.hyundai.com	1-800-633-5151
Infiniti	www.infiniti.com	1-800-662-6200
Nissan	www.nissanusa.com	1-800-nissan1
Kia	www.kia.com	1-800-333-4542
Mazda	www.mazda.com	1-800-222-5500
Daewoo	www.daewoo.com	1-822-759-2114
Subaru	www.subaru.com	1-800-SUBARU3
Isuzu	www.isuzu.com	1-800-255-6727
Geo	Not Available	Not Available
Mitsubishi	www.mitsubishi.com	1-888-MITSU2004
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Getting Started

Introduction to On-Board Diagnostics

OBD II

On-board diagnostics version II (OBD II) is a system that the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) developed to standardize automotive electronic diagnosis.

Beginning in 1996, most new vehicles sold in the United States were

fully OBD II compliant.

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Technicians can now use the same tool to test any OBD II compliant vehicle without special adapters. SAE established guidelines that provide:

A universal connector, called the DLC, with dedicated pin assignments.

A standard location for the DLC, visible under the dash on driver’s side.

A standard list of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) used by all manufacturers.

A standard list of parameter identification (PID) data used by all manufacturers.

Ability for vehicle systems to record operating conditions when a fault occurs.

Expanded diagnostic capabilities that records a code whenever a condition occurs that affects vehicle emissions.

Ability to clear stored codes from the vehicle’s memory with a Scan Tool.

SAE Publications

SAE has published hundreds of pages of text defining a standard communication protocol that establishes hardware, software, and circuit parameters of OBD II systems.

•SAE publishes recommendations, not laws, but the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) made many of SAE’s recommendations legal requirements.

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Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC)

The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used with scan tool to communicate with the vehicle’s control module.

Data Link Connector

		Location.
		Under dashboard on
		driver side of vehicle.
		If Data Link Connector		2
		is not located under
		dashboard, a label
		should be there telling location.
	Data Link Connector (DLC) Pins
	1	- Manufacturer Reserved	1	8
	2	- J1850 Bus+
	3	- Manufacturer Reserved
	4	- Chassis Ground
	5	- Signal Ground	9	16
	6	- CAN High, J-2284

7- K Line, ISO 9141-2 & ISO/DIS 14230-4

8- Manufacturer Reserved

9 - Manufacturer Reserved		13	- Manufacturer Reserved
10	- J1850 Bus-	14	- CAN Low, J-2284
11	- Manufacturer Reserved	15	- L Line, ISO 9141-2 & ISO/DIS 14230-4
12	- Manufacturer Reserved	16	- Battery Power

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OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

DTCs are used to help determine the cause of a problem or problems with a vehicle.

DTCs consist of a five-digit alphanumeric code.

The DTCs format and general code types are shown below.

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2	Bx - Body	P 0 1 0 1
	Cx - Chassis
	Px - Powertrain		Specific Fault Designation
	Ux - Network Comm.
	x = 0, 1, 2 or 3
			Vehicle Specific System
	Example:
	P0101 - Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance Problem
	Powertrain Codes		Body Codes
	P0xxx - Generic (SAE)		B0xxx - Generic (SAE)
	P1xxx - Manufacturer Specific		B1xxx - Manufacturer Specific
	P2xxx - Generic (SAE)		B2xxx - Manufacturer Specific
	P30xx-P33xx - Manufacturer Specific		B3xxx - Generic (SAE)
	P34xx-P39xx - Generic (SAE)		Network Communication Codes
	Chassis Codes		U0xxx - Generic (SAE)
	C0xxx - Generic (SAE)		U1xxx - Manufacturer Specific
	C1xxx - Manufacturer Specific		U2xxx - Manufacturer Specific
	C2xxx - Manufacturer Specific		U3xxx - Generic (SAE)
	C3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Within each category (Powertrain, Chassis, Body and Network) of DTCs there are assigned ranges for different vehicle systems.

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	Lower	Upper		Assigned DTC System		Lower	Upper	Assigned DTC System
	P0000	P00FF		Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary		P1600	P16FF	Manufacturer Control
				Emission Controls				Auxiliary Inputs Auxiliary
	P0100	P02FF	Fuel Air Metering					Outputs
	P0300	P03FF	Ignition System or Misfire			P1700	P19FF	Manufacturer Control
								Transmission
	P0400	P04FF	Auxiliary Emission Controls
								Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary
	P0500	P05FF		Vehicle Speed Idle Control		P2000	P22FF
								emission Controls
				Auxiliary Inputs
						P2300	P23FF	Ignition System or Misfire
	P0600	P06FF		Computer and Auxiliary
				Outputs		P2400	P24FF	Auxiliary Emission Controls
	P0700	P09FF	Transmission			P2500	P25FF	Auxiliary Inputs
	P0A00	P0AFF	Hybrid Propulsion			P2600	P26FF	Computer and Auxiliary		2
								Outputs
				Manufacturer Control Fuel &
	P1000	P10FF	Air Metering, Auxiliary			P2700	P27FF	Transmission
				Emission Controls
						P2900	P32FF	Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary
	P1100	P12FF		Manufacturer Control Fuel &				Emission Controls
				Air Metering		P3300	P33FF	Ignition System
				Manufacturer Control Ignition
	P1300	P13FF				P3400	P34FF	Cylinder Deactivation
				System or Misfire
						U0000	U00FF	Network Electrical
	P1400	P14FF		Manufacturer Control
				Auxiliary emission Controls		U0100	U02FF	Network Communication
						U0300	U03FF	Network Software
				Manufacturer Cntrl Veh.Spd.
	P1500	P15FF	Idle Speed Control Auxiliary			U0400	U04FF	Network Data
				Inputs

J2012 and ISO 15031-6 are standards for all DTCs, established by the SAE, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and other governing bodies.

Codes and definitions assigned by these specifications are known as Generic OBD II codes.

OBD II requires compliance to these standards for all cars, light trucks, APVs, MPVs, and SUVs sold in the United States.

Codes not reserved by the SAE are reserved for the manufacturer and referred to as Manufacturer Specific Codes.

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Section 3 –

Section 3 – Using The Scan Tool

		The Scan Tool
	1	LCD Display – backlit, 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjustment.
	2	UP and DOWN arrow keys – moves selection UP or DOWN, or selects
		YES or NO.
	3	ENTER key – selects displayed items.
	4	LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys – selects YES or NO, and selects
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		data parameters for custom data list.

5 BACK key – goes to the previous screen or level.

6 ON/OFF key – turns power ON or OFF.

7 HELP key – accesses the Help Function.

8 USER key - allows the operator to perform Read Codes with a touch of a key.

9DLC Cable – provides connection for vehicle interface.

10USB Port – provides a USB connection for the computer.

11Serial Number Plate – provides serial number of Scan Tool.

12Battery Compartment – provides power to the Scan Tool when reprogramming from a personal computer or off-vehicle reviewing of codes and printing.

1	Top of Scan Tool

	2	10
	3			9
7		Back of Scan Tool

	4	11
		4

8

5

12

6	2

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Using The Scan Tool

Specifications

Display: Backlit, 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjust

Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)

Internal Power: 9V Battery

External Power: 7 to 16 Volts

A minimum of 8.0 V is required for most control modules to operate

	properly in a vehicle.
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	Power Dissipation: 5 Watts maximum.
	Dimensions:		Height	Width	Length
		7/8"		3.50"	8.25"
		22.56 mm		89 mm	210 mm
	Included with Scan Tool
	Part			Part Description
	CD		The CD contains the Manual in English, French
			and Spanish. The CD also includes a DTC lookup
			program for looking up DTCs.
	USB Cable		Used to print and upgrade software depending on
			tool.
	OBD II Cable		Communicate between the vehicle and tool. Also
			supplies power to the tool.
	Carry Case		Place to store the Scan Tool when tool is not in
			use.
	Warranty & Registra-		Provides you with the ability to keep up to date
	tion Card		with the newest updates and technology available.

Replacement Parts are available from the manufacturer by contacting customer service.

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Using The Scan Tool

• Phone at 1-800-228-7667 (8:00 - 6:00 EST Monday - Friday)

Display

The display has a large viewing area displaying messages, instructions, and diagnostic information.

The back-lit liquid crystal display (LCD) is a 128 x 64 pixel display.

Characters used to help operate the Scan Tool are:

`Indicates cursor location.

?Indicates when Help is available.

] Indicates additional information is available on previous screen by using the UP arrow key.

[ Indicates additional information is available on next screen by	3
using the DOWN arrow key.

Indicates internal batteries need replaced or are not installed.

OBD II Function List

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I/M Readiness ? Read Codes

Pending Codes Erase Codes State OBD Check View Data

Keypad

The keypad is used to move through the different menus of the Scan Tool. The Scan Tool’s software is designed for ease in operating and navigating through menus.

!CAUTION

!CAUTION

Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean keypad or display. Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth.

Do not soak keypad as water might find its way inside the Scan Tool.

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Using The Scan Tool

Scan Tool Power UP

Refer to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in section 5

Troubleshooting on page 5-2 if there are problems.

Internal Battery

ON/OFF button on Scan Tool turns tool on and off.

Press and hold ON/OFF key for at least 1 second to turn on Scan Tool.

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The Scan Tool will automatically turn off after 1.5 minutes of inactivity when powered from internal 9V Battery.

When powered from the internal battery, the Scan Tool disables the display’s backlighting and turns OFF after a period of inactivity.

Each time the Scan Tool is powered up, voltage of the internal battery is checked.

If voltage is low, the Low Battery Symbol ( ) displays on screen.

OBD II Function List

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I/M Readiness Read Codes Pending Codes Erase Codes State OBD Check View Data

Replace the battery using instructions provided in Battery Replacement.

If the Scan Tool will not be used for an extended ! CAUTION period of time, remove the battery to prevent battery

leakage from damaging the battery compartment.

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