Actron KAL9640B User Manual

User’s Manual

9640B

Enhanced Scan Tool

Professional

Scan Tool Information

Complete the following list using the function “Tool Information”. Provide this information when contacting customer support.

Serial No:

SW ID:

HW Ver:

Boot Ver:

Prod ID:

Board ID:

Burn Date:

Burn Loc:

The information, specifications and illustrations in this

manual are based on the latest information available at the

time of printing. Actron Manufacturing reserves the right

to make changes at any time without notice.

Safety Precautions

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

Your scan tool is intended for use by properly trained, skilled professional automotive technicians. 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. The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.

Safety Messages

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

DANGER

WARNING

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.

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

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

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.

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

Example:

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avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders.

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

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

Wear safety goggles and protective gloves, user and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

Engine systems that malfunction can cause injury.

Safety Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

Risk of electric shock.

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

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

Electric shock can cause injury.

Risk of explosion.

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, user and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

• Do not use this system in environments where explosive vapor may collect, such as in below-ground pits, confined areas, or areas that are less than 18 inches above the floor.

• Use this equipment in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least four 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.

• Avoid making accidental connection between battery terminals. Do not place uninsulated metal tools on the battery.

• When removing battery cables, remove ground cable first.

• Avoid sparks when connecting or disconnecting power leads to battery.

• Be sure ignition is OFF, headlights and other accessories are OFF and vehicle doors are closed before disconnecting battery cables. This also helps prevent damage to on-board computer systems.

• Always disconnect battery ground connections before servicing electrical system components.

Explosion can cause injury.

WAR NI N G

WARNING

Risk of poisoning.

• Use this equipment in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least four air changes per hour. Engine exhaust contains odorless lethal gas.

• Route exhaust outside while testing with engine running.

Poisoning can result in death or serious injury.

Battery acid is a highly corrosive sulfuric acid.

• Wear safety goggles and protective gloves, user and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

• 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.

Risk of fire.

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, user and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

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Safety Precautions

• Do not position head directly over or in front of throttle body. Do not pour gasoline down throttle body when cranking or running engine, when working with fuel delivery systems or any open fuel line. Engine backfire can occur when 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.

Wear safety goggles while using electrical equipment. Electrical equipment or rotating engine parts can cause flying particles.

Flying particles can cause eye injury.

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, etc.

• Wear insulated gloves when handling hot engine components.

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

Hot components can cause injury.

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

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, user and bystander. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

• 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.

The 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 test equipment or tools on fenders or other places in the engine compartment.

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

• Prevent personnel from walking through immediate test area.

Contact with electrical connections and hot or moving parts can cause injury.

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

PR ND L2

CAUTION

DANGER

Risk of injury.

• This equipment should be operated by qualified personnel only.

• Use this equipment only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

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

Operation of this equipment by anyone other than qualified personnel may result in injury.

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

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

• Unless instructed otherwise, set parking brake and put gear selector in neutral for standard transmissions or park for automatic transmissions.

• If vehicle has an automatic parking brake release, disconnect release mechanism 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.

• Unless specifically directed by the manufacturer, make sure the 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.

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 that all connections and data entry information are correct and that the test procedure was 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. You must follow vehicle service manual’s warnings when working around the air bag components or wiring. If the service manual’s instructions are not followed, the air bag may open up unexpectedly, resulting in personal injury. Note that the air bag can still open up several minutes after the ignition key is off (or even if the vehicle battery is disconnected) because of a special energy reserve module.

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Safety

Table of Contents

Section 1 –––––––––– Using this Manual

Section 2 –––––––––––– Getting Started

Section 3 ––––––––Using The Scan Tool

Section 4 ––– Global OBD II Diagnostics

Section 5 –––––––––––– GM Diagnostics

Section 6 ––––––––––– Ford Diagnostics

ToC

Section 7 ––––––––Chrysler Diagnostics

Section 8 ––––– Help & Troubleshooting

Appendix A ––––– Data Link Connectors

Appendix B –––––––––––––––– Glossary

Section 1 – Using This Manual

This manual contains instructions for 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.

This section contains a list of conventions used.

Safety Messages

Refer to “Safety Precautions” on page i.

Check Note

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

Example:

✓ Make sure the printer is turned on, on-line and connected.

Equipment Tips and Lists

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

Example:

❒ Observe all vehicle and/or equipment manufacturer’s cautions and

warnings when testing with the scan tool.

❒ for easy identification.

Equipment Damage

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

Example:

IMPORTANT

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Failure to follow these instructions could damage the scan tool.

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.

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 “Diagnostic Link Connectors (DLC)” on page 2-4.

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:

Main Menu ? ` Vehicle Diagnosis

Tool Setup [ Tool Self-Tests ~

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions

Section 1 – Using This Manual

Section 2 – Getting Started

Vehicle Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Introduction to On-Board Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Diagnostic Link Connectors (DLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

OBD II (J1962) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Ford Historic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

GM Historic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Chrysler Historic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Section 3 – Using The Scan Tool

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

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Scan Tool Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Connecting The Scan Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Vehicle Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Keep Current Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Changing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

User Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Viewing Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

ToC

Section 4 – Global OBD II Diagnostics

Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

I/M Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

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

ToC

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

View Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

O2 Monitor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Diagnostic Monitor Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

On-Board Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Vehicle Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Modules Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Review Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Printing Data (except Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Printing Playback Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

Section 5 – GM Diagnostics

GM Historic (OBD I) Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Review Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Field Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

GM Enhanced (OBD II) Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

I/M Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Pending Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

View Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

O2 Monitor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Diagnostic Monitor Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

Vehicle Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

Review Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17

Section 6 – Ford Diagnostics

Ford Historic Self-Test Routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-1

Read KOEO Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-1

Read KOER Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-3

Review Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-6

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-7

Wiggle Test (EEC-IV Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Output Switch Test (EEC-IV Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Cylinder (Cyl) Balance Test (EEC-IV Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-11

IVSC-Speed Ctrl (EEC-IV Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-13

STAR Test Mode (EEC-IV, MECS and MCU Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-17

DCL Data Functions (EEC-IV Vehicles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-17

Ford Enhanced (OBD II) Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21

Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-21

I/M Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-21

Read MIL DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-21

Read All DTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-22

Pending Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-22

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-23

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-23

View Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-24

Quick Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-24

Quick Tests (7.3L Powerstroke Diesel Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28

O2 Monitor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-32

Diagnostic Monitor Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32

On-Board Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-32

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32

Vehicle Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-32

Review Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-32

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-32

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32

ToC

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Manual Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Read Temporary Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

ToC

View Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Freeze Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

Record Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

Switch Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Actuator Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Idle Speed Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Sensor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Controller Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 710

Reset EMR Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

Set Basic Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Review DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

Print Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Section 8 – Help & Troubleshooting

How to Use On-Line Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Scan Tool Does Not Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Using Non-OBD II Adapter Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Using J1962 (OBD II) or Chrysler LH Adapter Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Vehicle Communication Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Operating Error or Erroneous Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Tool Self-Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Display Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Keyboard Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Memory Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Printer Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Appendix A – Data Link Connectors

Appendix B – Glossary

Section 2 – Getting Started

The Professional Enhanced Scan Tool was developed by experts in the automotive service industry to help diagnose vehicles and assist in troubleshooting procedures. The tool monitors vehicle events and retrieves codes from the vehicle computer’s memory to 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.

VEHICLE SERVICE INFORMATION

The following is a list of publishers who have manuals containing electronic engine control diagnostic information. Some manuals may be available at auto parts stores or your local public library. For others, you need to write for availability and pricing, specifying the make, model and year of your vehicle.

Chilton Book Company

Chilton Way Radnor, PA 19089

Haynes Publications

861 Lawrence Drive Newbury Park, CA 91320

Cordura Publications

Mitchell Manuals, Inc. Post Office Box 26260 San Diego, CA 92126

Motoríst Auto Repair Manual

Hearst Company 250 W. 55th Street New York, NY 10019

General Motors Corporation:

Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GEO, GMC, Oldsmobile, & Pontiac

Helm Incorporated Post Office Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

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Saturn:

Adistra Corporation c/o Saturn Publications 101 Union St. Post Office Box 1000 Plymouth, MI 48170

Ford Motor Company:

Ford, Lincoln, & Mercury

Ford Publication Department Helm Incorporated Post Office Box 07150 Detroit, MI 48207

Chrysler Corporation:

Chrysler, Plymouth, & Dodge

Chrysler Motors Service Training 26001 Lawrence Avenue Center Line, MI 48015

Getting Started

INTRODUCTION TO ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS

Suitable manuals have titles such as:

•“Electronic Engine Controls”

•“Fuel Injection and Feedback Carburetors”

•“Fuel Injection and Electronic Engine Controls”

•“Emissions Control Manual”

... or similar titles

The original on-board diagnostics (OBD I) lacked consistency in communication and interface while allowing different interpretations amongst vehicle manufacturers. Ford and Chrysler used different types of engine control computers and data link connectors, and GM varied the trouble codes and

OBD II Control Module

engines.

communication protocols from year-to-year.

The tables below highlight changes for GM, Ford, and Chrysler. If this seems confusing; don’t worry. Your tool makes it easy. Based on the VIN information selected during Scan Tool setup, the processor is automatically recognized. All you have to do is choose the correct adapter cable and jumper wires (if necessary). Details on adapter cables and jumper wires may be found in “Diagnostic Link Connectors (DLC)” on page 2-4

GM On-Board Diagnostics

System Years Description

Most vehicles used the 12-pin ALDL (Assembly Line Data Link)

OBD I Control Module

OBD II system is used on certain 1994-1995 vehicles equipped with a 2.2L, 2.3L, 3.8L, 4.3L or 5.7L

1981–1995

1994*-Present Complies with OBD II regulations and uses the J1962 DLC.

located under the dash on the driver side. Some 94-95 vehicles used the 16-pin OBD II (J1962) data link connector (DLC), but use the Historical application software. Refer to the vehicle’s Vehicle Emission Control Information label.

Ford On-Board Diagnostics

System Long Name Years Description

MCU

Microprocessor Control Unit 1980 –1991

EEC-IV

* EEC-V OBD II system used in 1994-1995 vehicles equipped with a 3.8L or 4.6L engine.

Electronic Engine Control, Fourth generation

Mazda Electronic Control

MECS

System Electronic Engine Control,

EEC-V

Fifth generation Powertrain Electronic

PTEC

Controller

1984 –1995

1988 –1995

1994* – present

2000 – present

Used in police vehicles, containing carbureted engines. Uses the MCU DLC.

Most Ford vehicles equipped with North American engines. Uses the EEC-IV DLC.

Vehicles equipped with Mazda-sourced engines. Uses MECS 6-pin and 17-pin DLCs.

Complies with OBD II regulations and uses the OBD II J1962 DLC.

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Chrysler On-Board Diagnostics

System Long Name Years Description

Single Module Engine

SMEC

Controller

Single Board Engine

SBEC

Controller

OBD II

OBD II Powertrain

PCM

Control Module

Jeep/Truck Engine

JTEC

Controller

* In 1989, the SBEC system was installed in selected vehicles with 3.0L V6 engines. ** Some vehicles in 1995 were equipped with the OBD II PCM.

1989–1990

1989*–1995

1995**– present

1996– present

Used a 6-pin Serial Communication Interface (SCI) DLC and has bidirectional capability.

Used two types of DLCs: a 6-pin SCI and a 6-pin LH series. The first to allow a tool to reset the EMR light on trucks.

Complies with OBD II regulations and uses the OBD II J1962 DLC.

Complies with OBD II regulations and uses the OBD II J1962 DLC. The JTEC system is used on light-duty trucks and Jeeps

OBD II stands for On-Board Diagnostics version II. OBD II is a system that the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) developed to standardize automotive electronic diagnosis. Technicians now can use the same tool to test any OBD II compliant vehicles without special adapters. The SAE established guidelines that provide:

• a universal diagnostic test connector, called the data link connector (DLC), with dedicated pin assignments.

• a standardized location for the DLC, visible under the dash on the driver’s side.

• a standardized list of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) used by all manufacturers.

• a standardized list of parameter identification (PID) data used by all manufacturers.

• the ability of the vehicle system to record a freeze frame of the operating conditions when a fault occurs.

• expanded diagnostic capabilities that records a code whenever a condition occurs that effects vehicle emissions.

• the ability to clear stored codes from vehicle memory with the scan tool.

In addition, SAE has published hundreds of pages of text defining a standard communications protocol that establishes the hardware, software, and circuit parameters of OBD II systems. Unfortunately, vehicle manufacturers have different interpretations of this standard communications protocol. As a result, the generic OBD II communications scheme used will vary, depending on the vehicle.

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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 that vehicle manufacturers were required to phase in over a three-year period. Beginning in 1994, vehicles with a new engine management computer – about 10% of each manufacturers fleet – were supposed to comply with OBD II standards. For 1995, OBD II systems were to appear on about 40% of the new vehicles sold in the USA. Some of the 1994-1995 OBD II systems were not fully compliant, so the Government granted waivers to give manufacturers time to fine-tune their systems. Beginning in 1996, most of the new vehicles sold in the USA were fully OBD II compliant.

DIAGNOSTIC LINK CONNECTORS (DLC)

The Data Link Connector (DLC) allows the scan tool to communicate with the vehicle’s computer(s). Before OBD II, manufacturers used different data link connectors to communicate with the vehicle. The proper DLC adapter cable must be used to connect the tool to the vehicle. Also, the vehicle’s DLC may be found in several different places and have many different configurations. The following describes the DLCs used by Ford, GM and Chrysler. The DLC location and types for domestic vehicles can be looked up in the charts in “Appendix

A - Data Link Connectors".

OBD II (J1962)

Beginning in 1996, vehicles sold in the United States use the J1962 (OBD II) DLC, a term taken from a physical and electrical specification number assigned by SAE (J1962). The DLC should be located under the dashboard on the driver side of the vehicle. If the DLC is not located under the dashboard as stated, a decal describing its location should be attached to the dashboard in the area the DLC should have been located.

Because the OBD II J1962 connector has power and ground, you only need a single cable connection to the tool for both power and tool communications. Attach the OBD II adapter cable to the extender cable, both supplied with the tool, to connect the tool. Certain pins in the connector are reserved

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1 - Manufacturer Reserved 2 - J1850 Bus+ 3 - Manufacturer Reserved 4 - Chassis Ground 5 - Signal Ground 6 - CAN High, J-2284 7 - K Line, ISO 9141-2 & ISO/DIS 14230-4 8 - Manufacturer Reserved 9 - Manufacturer Reserved 10 - J1850 Bus 11 - Manufacturer Reserved 12 - Manufacturer Reserved

Ford Historic

Ford used three types of DLCs with their historic (OBD I) systems. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors" for the adapter cable needed for your vehicle.

IMPORTANT

EEC-IV/MCU

The EEC-IV/MCU DLC is a large six-sided connector with a pigtail connector. The pigtail connector is not used on MCU vehicles – leave the pigtail unattached. The EEC-IV/MCU cable adapter is included with the scan tool.

Use the Battery Power cable to provide power to the scan tool for all systems.

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

Cable Adapter

EEC-IV/MCU

To Scan Tool

Vehicle DLC

EEC-IV/MCU

STI Pigtail

EEC-IV

only

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MECS

MECS vehicles (1988 –1995) use either a 6-pin (with pigtail) or a 17-pin DLC.

Use the MECS 6-pin adapter cable kit (P/N 9603) for both configurations. The MECS adapter cable kit includes jumper wires to connect to the MECS 17-pin DLC. The MECS adapter cable kit is not included with this tool. It is available through your dealer. Use the following diagrams to connect the adapter cable.

6-Pin MECS

Cable Adapter

6-Pin MECS

P/N 9603

To Scan

To ol

STI Pigtail

Vehicle DLC

6-Pin MECS

Pigtail

Clip to good

Vehicle ground

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17-Pin MECS

Scan Tool

MECS Ford Probe

IMPORTANT

Adapter Cable

6-Pin MECS

P/N 9603

Vehicle DLC

17-Pin MECS

STI Pigtail

Clip to good vehicle ground

Certain Ford Probes have a WHITE TACH CONNECTOR located very close to the 6-pin Self-Test connector and bundled in the same wiring harness. This is NOT the STI (Self Test Input) Pigtail.

STO

Connect the pigtail to the BLACK STI connector located farther back on the wire harness. If the tool is connected to the WHITE Tach connector, serious damage may result and may void warranty. Refer to the illustration.

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Scan

Tool

GM Historic

IMPORTANT

Cable Adapter

6-Pin MECS

P/N 9603

STI

Pigtail

6-Pin MECS

BLACK STI

Connector

6-Pin MECS

Vehicle DLC

6-Pin MECS

Windshield

Wiper Motor

WHITE

Tach

Connector

DO NOT USE!

Clip to good vehicle ground

Prior to1996, most GM vehicles used the 12-pin Assembly Line Diagnostic Link (ALDL) DLC. The GM ALDL cable kit includes the ALDL adapter and cigarette lighter power cable. This adapter cable is included with the scan tool. In 1994 and 1995, certain GM vehicles use the J1962 (OBD II) DLC, but are not OBD II compliant. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors".

Use the Battery Power cable to provide 12V to the tool.

The ALDL DLCs are usually located under the dashboard on the driver’s side.

ALDL

On Corvettes & Fieros, the DLC may be located in the center console behind the ashtray. Refer to vehicle service manual for exact location. It may be in full view, or it

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may be recessed behind a panel. An opening in the panel should allow access to the recessed connector.

Chrysler Historic

Prior to 1996, most Chrysler vehicles used either the SCI or LH DLC. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors" for DLC type and location. The SCI adapter cable is included with the scan tool. The LH adapter cable (P/N 9605) can be purchased from your dealer.

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IMPORTANT

Use the Battery Power cable to provide 12V to the tool when using the SCI adapter cable.

SCI

The SCI (serial communications interface) DLC is a 6-pin connector located in the engine compartment. The adapter cable to be used on these vehicles is supplied with the tool. This cable is labeled CHRY on the 15 pin DB style connector and SCI on the vehicle end.

LH (P/N 9605)

The DLC is used on LH platform vehicles. The LH style DLC is a small, blue, rectangular 6-pin connector located in the passenger compartment below the dashboard to the right of the steering column.

The LH Adapter Cable (P/N 9605) is optional and must be purchased separately.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

✓ Diagnostic Trouble Codes are used to help determine the cause of

a problem or problems with a vehicle.

SCI

❒ Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) consist of a five-digit

alphanumeric code.

The Diagnostic Trouble Codes format and general code types are shown below.

Bx - Body Cx - Chassis Px - Powertrain Ux - Network Comm.

x = 0, 1, 2 or 3

Example: P0101 - Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance Problem

Powertrain Codes P0xxx - Generic (SAE)

P1xxx - Manufacturer Specific P2xxx - Generic (SAE) P30xx-P33xx - Manufacturer Specific P34xx-P39xx - Generic (SAE)

Chassis Codes C0xxx - Generic (SAE) C1xxx - Manufacturer Specific C2xxx - Manufacturer Specific

C3xxx - Generic (SAE)

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P 0 1 0 1

Body Codes B0xxx - Generic (SAE)

B1xxx - Manufacturer Specific B2xxx - Manufacturer Specific B3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Network Communication Codes U0xxx - Generic (SAE)

U1xxx - Manufacturer Specific U2xxx - Manufacturer Specific U3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Specific Fault Designation

Vehicle Specific System

Getting Started

Assi

d DTC Syst

owerUpper

P0000 P00FF

P0100 P02FF P0300 P03FF P0400 P04FF

P0500 P05FF

P0600 P06FF

P0700 P09FF

P0A00 P0AFF

P1000 P10FF

P1100 P12FF

P1300 P13FF

P1400 P14FF

P1500 P15FF

Within each general category, the DTCs are assigned to specific ranges that cover certain vehicle systems.

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Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary Emission Controls

Fuel Air Metering Ignition System or Misfire Auxiliary Emission Controls Vehicle Speed Idle Control

Auxiliary Inputs Computer and Auxiliary

Outputs Transmission Hybrid Propulsion Manufacturer Control Fuel &

Air Metering, Auxiliary Emission Controls

Manufacturer Control Fuel & Air Metering

Manufacturer Control Ignition System or Misfire

Manufacturer Control Auxiliary emission Controls

Manufacturer Cntrl Veh.Spd. Idle Speed Control Auxiliary Inputs

Lower Upper Assigned DTC System

P1600 P16FF

P1700 P19FF

P2000 P22FF

P2300 P23FF P2400 P24FF P2500 P25FF

P2600 P26FF

P2700 P27FF

P2900 P32FF

P3300 P33FF P3400 P34FF U0000 U00FF U0100 U02FF U0300 U03FF U0400 U04FF

Manufacturer Control Auxiliary Inputs Auxiliary Outputs

Manufacturer Control Transmission

Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary emission Controls

Ignition System or Misfire Auxiliary Emission Controls Auxiliary Inputs Computer and Auxiliary

Outputs Transmission Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary

Emission Controls Ignition System or Cylinder Deactivation Network Electrical Network Communication Network Software Network Data

✓ J2012 and ISO 15031-6 are standards for all Diagnostic Trouble

Codes, established by the SAE, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and other governing bodies.

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❒ Codes and definitions assigned by this specification are known as

Generic OBDII codes.

❒ OBDII requires compliance to this standard, for all cars, light

trucks, APVs, MPVs, and SUVs sold in the U.S.

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

Section 3 – Using The Scan Tool

THE SCAN TOOL

B Serial Port (DB9 Male Connector) – provides a serial RS232 connection for a printer

and for updating the software.

C DLC Port (DB15 Male Connector) – provides connection for vehicle interface. D 12V Power Jack E LCD Display – backlit, 4 line x 20 character with contrast adjustment. F

BACK

key – goes to the previous screen or level.

UP/DOWN LEFT/RIGHT

HELP

ENTER

FUNC

ON/OFF

b Battery compartment cover.

arrows – scrolls UP or DOWN and moves the selection pointer (`).

arrows – selects responses and moves cursor (^) in code lookup.

key – accesses the Help Function.

key – selects displayed items.

key – returns back to a function list or menu.

key – turns power ON/OFF when not connected to vehicle.

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Specifications

Display: Backlit LCD, 4 line, 20 column, contrast adjust Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F) Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F) Internal Power: 6-AAA cells External Power: 7 to 16 Volts

✓ Most vehicle control modules require at least 8.0 V to operate properly.

Power Dissipation: 3.5 Watts maximum Dimensions: Height

1.625" 5.25" 9.75" 41 mm 133 mm 248 mm

Weight: 3.16 lbs (1432 g)

Accessories

Standard 8 ft Extender Cable Battery Power Cable (includes cigarette lighter adapter)

– included with adapter cable kits – Battery Clip Adapter — Optional

Adapter Cables: Standard OBD II (J1962) cable — Included

GM ALDL cable kit — Included Ford EEC-IV/MCU cable kit — Included Chrysler SCI cable kit — Included 9605 Chrysler LH cable kit — Optional 9603 Ford Probe/MECS cable kit — Optional

Optional / Replacement Parts are available from the:

• dealer where you originally purchased your tool.

• manufacturer contact customer service at 1-800-228-7667 (8:00 – 6:00 EST Monday – Friday) or send an email to tech_support@actron.com.

Display

The scan tool uses a 4 line by 20 character, back-lit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The large viewing area displays messages, instructions, and diagnostic information. The contrast can be adjusted.

Seven characters help you navigate and operate the scan tool:

? appears in upper right corner of

display to indicate Help is available.

` identifies the selection. [ indicates additional information is

available on the next screen.

] indicates additional information is available on the previous screen. « identifies selected items in data lists. ~ Bell in lower right corner means the sound alert is on or active.

 Low battery symbol will appear in bottom right-hand corner of the screen at

power-up if the internal batteries need replacement or are not installed.

Keyboard

The scan tool’s software is designed for ease in operating and navigating through menus. Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean the keypad or display. Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. Do not soak the keypad as water might find its way inside the scan tool.

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Width Length

Function List ? ` 2)Read DTC(Codes) ]

3)Erase DTC(Codes) [

4)View Data ~

Using The Scan Tool

Power

✓ Refer to “Scan Tool Does Not Power Up” on page 8-1 if you encounter

problems.

Internal Batteries

When the scan tool is not connected to the vehicle, the the scan tool. Press and hold down the turn ON the scan tool.

To conserve battery power, the scan tool disables the display’s back-lighting and turns OFF after a period of inactivity.

Each time the scan tool is powered up, the voltage of the batteries is checked. If the voltage is low, the Low Battery Symbol () displays on the screen. Replace batteries using the instructions provided in “Battery Replacement” on page 8-3.

ON/OFF

key for at least one second to

✓ If the scan tool will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the

batteries to prevent electrolyte leakage from damaging the battery compartment.

Vehicle Power

When using the OBD II J1962 or Chrysler LH adapter cables, the power to the tool comes from vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC). All other vehicles will require power connection to the cigarette lighter, accessory plug, or the vehicle battery using battery clip adapters. If you are unsure of what DLC adapter to use, then refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors".

Some vehicle cigarette lighters are not powered when the ignition is in the OFF position. Therefore, you may wish to use battery clip adapters.

Battery Clip Adapter (optional)

key turns ON

Cigarette Lighter Adapter

AC Power Adapter

An AC power adapter (not included) can be used to power the tool when reprogramming from a personal computer or off-vehicle reviewing of codes and printing. 12V AC-DC converters are available at most PC and electronic stores.

The tool is equipped to accept any 110 Vac - 12 Vdc wall adapter with the following specifications:

• 300 mA minimum current unregulated wall power adapter.

• Adapter Dimensions: 5.5 mm Outside Diameter

• 2.5 mm Inside Diameter

• The Inside Tip is positive (+).

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12 VGND

Using The Scan Tool

Scan Tool Setup

Tool Setup allows you to change the

measurement units and LCD contrast, turn beeper On/Off and display tool information. The settings remain until the internal batteries become discharged.

Measurement Units

To change the measurement units, use the

UP/DOWN

English/Metric and press

In the Measurement Units menu, select English or Metric and then press

ENTER

Press

Changing Display Contrast

The display contrast can be adjusted from the Tool Setup menu. Select Display Contrast and press

Use the increase and decrease the contrast. Press return to the Setup Tool menu.

Beeper

Beeper selection allows the user to turn Off the tool’s beeper. The bell symbol

will not appear in the lower right hand corner of the display when the beeper

is off.

Tool Information

This function allows you to view specific tool information that may be needed when contacting customer service.

Select Tool Information with the

UP/DOWN

The information shown to the right displays on the screen. Use the keys to view all the lines.

Press the the Setup Tool menu.

✓ Write this information in the space provided on the inside of the front cover.

arrow keys to select

. English is the default.

ENTER

again to return to the Setup Tool menu.

UP/DOWN

arrow keys and press

BACK

arrow keys to

to save the setting and to

UP/DOWN

ENTER

key to return to

ENTER

arrow

Main Menu ? ` Vehicle Diagnosis

Tool Setup [ Tool Self-Tests ~

Setup Tool ` 1)English/Metric

2)Display Contrast [

3)Beeper ~

] Increase Contrast [ Decrease Contrast

Press ENTER To Save ~

Tool Information: ` Serial No:10000085

SW ID: 945BH HW Ver: 0 Boot Ver: 0

Prod ID:3 Board ID: 10 Burn Date:03/07/02

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Using The Scan Tool

Printer Interface

The scan tool is designed as a Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) device with a DB9M (9-pin D-shape male) connector to interface with a compatible serial printer.

Compatible Printers

The printer must have a serial RS-232 interface circuit and be compatible with the Epson FX format. The following printers are recommended:

❒ Seiko DPU-414 ❒ Kodak DICONIX 180si (serial printer model) ❒ Lexmark Model 2480 with optional serial interface (p/n 12T0154) ❒ Panasonic KX-P1131 printer

Cabling

❒ Type: A standard RS-232 type cable. ❒ Scan Tool end: DB9F (female) connector. ❒ Printer end:

• Use a DB9M (male) connector for the Seiko and Kodak printers.

• Use a DB25 male connector for the Lexmark and Panasonic printers.

• If the printer uses a different connector, then an adapter or different RS-232 cable is required. Adapters are available at most local PC stores or electronics outlets.

Serial Port Settings

❒ Default settings for the scan tool are: 9600 Baud, 8 Data Bits, No Parity

and 1 Stop Bit.

❒ Ensure the settings on the scan tool and printer match. ❒ For the Lexmark and Panasonic printers, ensure the printer’s interface

selection is set to either “auto” or “serial”.

The printer and scan tool must have the same communication settings. You can change the scan tool’s settings if necessary.

DB9

DB25

Changing the Printer Settings

Select either Print Codes from the

Main Menu or Print Data from of the Function List and press

ENTER

Main Menu ?

Vehicle Diagnosis

` Print Codes [

Tool Setup

Next, the tool will inform you of the printer settings (Custom or Default), then ask if you wish to change them.

Select YES and press default values are designated on the display with the word (Default) next to the option.

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ENTER

.The

Tool Set To Default ?

Printer Settings.

Change Settings?

Yes <No>

Using The Scan Tool

Refer to the printer manual for the settings. The changes made reside in the tool even when the tool is turned off.

Tool settings are as follows. Defaults are in [ . . . ]

❒ Baud Rate: [9,600], 1200, 2400 ❒ Stop Bits: [1 Bit], 2 bits ❒ Parity: [None], Odd, Even ❒ Printer Speed: [Fast], Slow

Press the screens. For the printer to work properly, the tool and the printer must be set to the same configuration. Change the settings accordingly.

To change the settings, press the and then

Use the

return to the previous menu.

ENTER

LEFT

ENTER

BACK

after selecting each setting. Follow the instructions displayed on

arrow

key to

Select Baud Rate ` 9600(Defalut)

1200 [ 2400

Select Data Bits ` 8 (Default)

The new printer settings are tested by printing the ASCII character set. Press to continue.

Select Stop Bits

1 Bit(Default)

`2 Bits

Select Parity ` None (Default)

Make sure printer is turned ON, ONLINE and connected to the tool. Press the begin printing.

If the printout is not OK, then retry or change settings. If it is, press and the data transmits and prints.

ENTER

key to

ENTER

Odd Even

Printer ` Fast (Default)

Slow The ASCII Character Set Will Be Printed Once. Press ENTER to Cont.

Test Ends By Itself In Approximately 10 Seconds. Press ENTER to Cont.

Make Sure Device Is Turned On, Online & Connected To Tool. ENTER To Print

A printout of the test looks similar to the example shown.

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