CP9575
Actron AutoScanner®
OBD II Scan Tool
ENGLISH
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Safety Precautions............................................................... |
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Signal Words Used.............................................................. |
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About the Tool...................................................................... |
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Tool Parts.............................................................................. |
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Icons...................................................................................... |
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Connect the Tool.................................................................. |
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Main Menu User Interface .................................................. |
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Read Codes ......................................................................... |
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Vehicle Selection.................................................................. |
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Erase Codes......................................................................... |
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MIL Status............................................................................. |
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I/M Monitors.......................................................................... |
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Drive Cycle Monitor............................................................. |
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View Freeze Data ................................................................. |
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Vehicle Information.............................................................. |
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System Setup..................................................................... |
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State OBD Check (Emissions).......................................... |
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View Data............................................................................ |
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Updating Your Tool............................................................ |
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Troubleshooting................................................................. |
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PID Definitions.................................................................... |
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SPX Limited Warranty........................................................ |
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Safety Precautions
This User’s Manual describes the features of the Tool and provides step-by-step instructions for operating the Tool. Always refer to and follow safety messages and test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle and the Tool.
Read the User’s Manual completely before operating the Tool. An undetected or uncorrected vehicle malfunction could cause a serious, even fatal, accident. Important Safety Information in the User’s Manual is intended to protect the user, bystanders and the user’s vehicle.
Signal Words Used
Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to operator or bystanders.
NOTICE Indicates a condition which may result in lost information.
Indicates a single-step procedure.
WARNING This Tool may not detect every malfunction. Do not take chances with brakes, steering, or other vital functions of your vehicle, as a serious accident could result.
Important Safety Messages
•Always wear ANSI approved goggles for eye protection.
•Before testing a vehicle, make sure the transmission is in PARK (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission) and the parking brake is set.
•Never lay tools on the vehicle battery.
•Battery acid can burn. If contacted, rinse with water or neutralize with a mild base such as baking soda. If you splash your eyes, flush with water and call a physician immediately.
•Never smoke or have open flames near vehicle. Vapors from gasoline and battery are explosive.
•Do not use the Tool if internal circuitry has been exposed to moisture. Internal shorts could cause a fire and damage the Vehicle or Tool.
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•Always turn the ignition key OFF when connecting or disconnecting electrical components, unless otherwise instructed.
•Most vehicles are equipped with air bags. If you elect to work around air bag components or wiring, follow your vehicle service manual cautions. You could be seriously injured or killed by an unintended deployment.
The air bag can still open several minutes after ignition is turned off.
•Always follow vehicle manufacturer’s warnings, cautions, and service procedures.
About the Tool
The Tool allows you to retrieve and erase/reset diagnostic data from the vehicle control module. The diagnostic data can be used to help determine the cause of a vehicle malfunction.
Use the Tool to perform the following functions:
Codes/Data |
Erase/Reset |
Retrieve |
Diagnostic Codes / Pending DTCs |
Erase |
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View Data |
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MIL Status |
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I/M Monitors |
Reset |
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Freeze Data |
Erase |
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Vehicle Information |
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State OBD Check |
Erase |
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Drive Cycle Mode |
Reset |
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Tool Parts
LCD Display |
8 line by 21 character monochrome backlit |
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LCD. |
READ key |
Performs the Read Codes function and scrolls |
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back through the screens. Press this key |
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when an up arrow () appears on the display. |
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ERASE key |
Performs the Erase Codes function and |
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scrolls forward through the screens. Press |
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this key when a down arrow () appears on |
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the display. |
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ENTER key |
Selects displayed items. |
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BACK key |
Returns to the Main Menu or previous screen. |
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OBD II Connector |
Connects the Tool to the vehicle connector. |
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Icons
The following icons may appear on the display:
Indicates additional information is available on next screen by using the ERASE key.
Indicates additional information is available on previous screen by using the READ key.
Indicates a Pending DTC. For a definition of Pending DTC see page 6.
# of # Appears only when viewing codes. Indicates code sequence and quantity (code # of n). For example, if you see 2 of 9 you are looking at the 2nd of 9 codes reported by the computer module.
Mod $## Appears only when viewing codes. Indicates the computer module that reported the code.
Indicates that the READ and ERASE hot keys are active.
Connect the Tool
To connect the Tool to the vehicle:
1.Locate the OBD II connector under the steering column.
If the connector is not there, a label should be there indicating the whereabouts of the connector. For more information on OBD II connectors, go to http://www.obdclearinghouse.com/oemdb.
2.If necessary, remove the cover from the vehicle connector.
3.Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not start the engine.
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