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ZEESCGB321A Rev. A

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Safety Information

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

For your own safety, the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the product and vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that all instructions and safety messages in this manual and the accompanying Important Safety Instr uction s ma nual be read and under stood by a ll person s operating, or coming into contact with the product, before operating. W e suggest you store a copy of each manual near the product in sight of the operato r.

For your safety , read all instructions. Use your diagnostic tools only as described in the tool user’s manual. Use only manufacturer recommended parts and accessories with your diagnostic tools.

This product is intended for use by properly trained and skilled p rofessional a utomotive technicians. The safety messages presented throughout this manual and the accompanying Important Safety Ins tructions manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care when using this product.

There are many variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and p art s for servicing vehicles, as well as in the skill of the individual doing the work. Because of the vast number of test applications and variations in the products that can be tested with this instrument, we cannot possibly anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every situation. It is the responsibility of the automotive technician to be knowledgeable of the system being tested. It is essential to use proper service methods and test procedures. It is import ant to perform tests in an ap propriate and acceptable manner that does not endanger your sa fety, the safety of others in the work area, the equipment being used, or the vehicle being tested.

It is assumed that the operator has a thorough underst anding of vehicle systems before using this product. Understanding of these system principl es and oper ating th eories is nece ssary fo r competent, safe and accurate use of this instrument.

Before using the equipment, always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested. Use the product only as described in it’s user manual. Use o nly manufacturer recom mended p arts and accessories with your product.

Read, understand and follow all safety messag es and instru ctions in this manual , the accompanying Important Safety Instr uction s ma nual, and on the test equ ipment.

Environmental Conditions:

• This product is intended for indoor use only

• This product is rated for Pollution Degree 2 (normal conditions)

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Safety Information Safety Signal Words

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Safety Signal Words

All safety messages contain a safety signal word that indica tes th e level of th e haza rd. An ico n, when present, gives a graphical description of the ha zard. Sa fety Signal wor ds are.

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 o r serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not a voided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Safety Message Conventions

Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and e quipment dam age. Safe ty messages communicate the hazard, hazard avoidance an d possible con sequences using 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 avoidi ng the ha zard.

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

Safety Message Example

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

• Block drive wheels before performing a test with engine runn ing.

A moving vehicle can cause injury.

Important Safety Instructions

For a complete list of safety messages, refer to the accomp anying Import ant Safety Instructions manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Content s

Safety Information................................................................................................................ii

Chapter 1: Using This Manual.............................................................................................3

Content...................................................................................................................................3

Conventions............................................................................................................................3

Terminology .....................................................................................................................3

Symbols ...........................................................................................................................3

Bold Text..........................................................................................................................4

Notes and Important Messages.......................................................................................4

Hyperlinks ........................................................................................................................4

Procedures.......................................................................................................................4

Chapter 2: Introduction........................................................................................................5

Control Buttons.......................................................................................................................6

Data and Power Connections.................................................................................................7

Battery Cover and Stand........................................................................................................7

Power Sources.......................................................................................................................8

Batteries...........................................................................................................................8

AC/DC Power Supply.......................................................................................................8

Vehicle Power..................................................................................................................8

Technical Specifications.........................................................................................................9

Chapter 3: Basic Operation and Navigation ....................................................................10

Installing the Batteries..........................................................................................................10

Turning On/Off and Emergency Shutdown...........................................................................11

Turning On.....................................................................................................................11

Turning Off.....................................................................................................................11

Emergency Shutdown.......... ... ... ... .... ... ....................................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ..........12

Basic Navigation...................................................................................................................12

Home Screen Layout .....................................................................................................12

Title Bar..........................................................................................................................13

Home Screen Icons .......................................................................................................14

Common Toolbar Control Icons.....................................................................................15

Scroll Bar ...................................... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ... ...................16

Screen Messages.................................................................................................................17

System Messages................................... ... .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ... ..........17

Communication Messages.............................................................................................17

Data Cable Connection ........................................................................................................18

Chapter 4: Scanner.............................................................................................................19

Screen Layout and Toolbar Icons.........................................................................................19

Screen Layout................................................................................................................19

Scanner Control Icons ......................................... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .............................20

Scanner Demonstration Program............................................................ ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ...20

Scanner Operation .................................................. ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .............................21

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Vehicle Identification......................................................................................................21

Connecting the Data Cable............................................ ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ......................22

System and Test Selection ............................................................................................23

Exiting Scanner ....................................................................................................................35

Chapter 5: OBD-II/EOBD ....................................................................................................36

Basic Operations..................................................................................................................36

Screen Layout and Toolbar Controls .............................................................................36

Connecting the Data Cable............................................ ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ......................36

Saving and Reviewing Data Files ..................................................................................36

OBD-II/EOBD Menu ............................................. ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ...36

OBD Direct.....................................................................................................................36

Chapter 6: Previous Vehicles and Data............................................................................43

Previous Vehicles and Data Menu .......................................................................................43

Vehicle History...............................................................................................................43

View Saved Data ...........................................................................................................44

Delete Saved Data........ .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .............................45

Chapter 7: Tools.................................................................................................................46

Tools Menu...........................................................................................................................46

Connect-to-PC ...............................................................................................................47

Configure Shortcut Button..............................................................................................47

System Information.............................. ... ....................................... ... ... .... ... ... ................48

Settings..........................................................................................................................48

Chapter 8: Software Updating and ShopStream Connect..............................................58

Software Upgrades...............................................................................................................58

Chapter 9: Maintenance.....................................................................................................61

Cleaning and Inspecting.......................................................................................................61

Cleaning the Touch Screen ...........................................................................................61

Battery Service.....................................................................................................................61

Battery Safety Guidelines ..............................................................................................61

Replacing the Batteries........ ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ................................................................62

Disposing of the Batteries........................................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ..........................63

Index....................................................................................................................................64

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Chapter 1 Using This Manual

1.1 Content

This manual contains basic operating instructions and is structured in a manner to help you become familiar with your diagnostic tool features and perform basic operations.

The illustrations in this manual are intended as reference only and may not depict actual screen results, information, functions or standard equipment. Contact your sales representative for availability of other functions and optional equipment.

1.2 Conventions

The following conventions are used.

1.2.1 Terminology

The terms “Scanner” and “Scanner function” are used to describ e the Scanner Func tion(s) of the diagnostic tool.

Examples:

• Select Scanner from the Home screen.

• From the Scanner main menu select Continue.

• The Scanner function provides many diagnostic test s.

The term “select” describes tapping/touching an ico n on the touch screen, or highlighting an icon or menu choice and then selecting the confirmation menu choice such as Continue, Accept, OK, Yes, or other similar choice.

Abbreviated example for the following procedure: “Select Brightness”

1. Navigate to and highlight the Brightness selection.

2. Select OK, or similar, button.

1.2.2 Symbols

Different types of arrows are used. The “greater th an” ar row (>) indicates an abbrevia ted set of selection (navigation) instructions.

Abbreviated example for the following procedure: “Select Tools > Connect-to-PC”

1. Select Tools from the home screen.

2. Highlight Connect-to-PC on the Tools menu.

3. Select Connect-to-PC. The solid arrows (e, c, d, b) are navigational instructio ns for the four directions of the directional

buttons. Example: Press the down d arrow.

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Using This Manual Conventions

NOTE:

IMPORTANT:

1.2.3 Bold Text

Bold emphasis is used in procedures to highlight selectable items such as control buttons, icons and menu options.

Example: Press the OK button.

1.2.4 Notes and Important Messages

The following messages are used.

Notes

A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips, and comment s. Example:

i For additional information refer to...

Important

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

Example:

Do not disconnect the data cable while the diagnostic tool is commun icating with the ECM.

1.2.5 Hyperlinks

Hyperlinks, or hot links, that take you to other related articles, procedures, and illustrations are available in electronic documents. Blue colored text indica tes a se lect able hyp erlink.

Example:

Read all applicable Safety Information before using this Diagnostic Tool!

1.2.6 Procedures

An arrow icon in the left-margin area indicates a pr ocedure. Example:

z To change screen views:

1. Select the Graph icon.

The dropdown menu displays.

2. Select an option from the menu.

The screen layout changes to the format selected.

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Chapter 2 Introduction

This multi-function diagnostic tool allows you to communicate with various OBD-II/EOBD vehicle control systems (e.g. engine, transmission, antilock brake system (ABS), body , instrument cluster , etc) to:

• Perform OEM specific functional tests and relear n procedur es

• Retrieve and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

• View parameter (PID) da t a in text or gr aph fo rmat, and save it fo r future r eview

• Set and arm PID triggers to automatically capture and save PID data to buf f er memor y

• Access global OBD-II/EOBD service modes, freeze frame dat a, re adiness monito rs, and

Chapter 4 Scanner

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This chapter describes the basic operation of the Scanner function. The Scanner icon is located on the Home screen. The Scanner function allows your Diagnostic Tool to commu nicate with the electro nic control

systems of a vehicle. This allows you to retrieve diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), view PID data and perform diagnostic tests.

4.1 Screen Layout and Toolbar Icons

The following screen layout and toolbar controls app ly to both the Scanner and the OBD-II/EOBD functions.

4.1.1 Screen Layout

1— Title bar—shows active test, vehicle and Diagnostic Tool status

2— Toolbar—contains control icons

3— Main Body—displays menus, PID and test data

Figure 4-1 Screen layout

The Title bar appe ars for all functions and displays information only, there are no selectable items. Refer to Title Bar‚ on page 13 for details.

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4.1.2 Scanner Control Icons

The scanner toolbar contains control icons. Control icons may var y depending o n the active function or test. A yellow frame surrounding an icon (highlighted), indicates it is selected. Other control icons (not shown) are described in Common Toolbar Control Icon s‚ on page 15.

Icon Function Icon Function

Pause - Indicates PID data from the

vehicle is being displayed. Selecting pauses data collecti o n.

Clear - Erases all the PID data in the buffer and begins a new recording. Selecting opens a confirmation message.

Trigger - Opens a menu that allows you to set, arm, and clear threshold values that automatically trigger PID data to be saved from buffer memory to a file.

Zoom - Incrementally increases and decreases the scale of the data being displayed.

Custom Data List - Opens a menu for selecting which PIDs display in the list.

Change View - Changes display options between PID list or graph displays.

Lock/Unlock - Locks or unlocks the highlighted parameter. Locked PIDs move to the top of the list and do not scroll as you move through the data.

Sort - Determines the order in which PIDs are listed on the screen.

4.2 Scanner Demonstration Program

The Scanner demonstration program contains actual ECM PID data that allows you to navigate and become familiar with the many capabilities of the Scanner function without actually connecting to a vehicle. The following sections in this chapter provide de t ailed infor mation on navigating through the Scanner function and various menus. As you na vigate throu gh the Demonstration program, refer to the applicable section for additio nal information.

z To start the demonstration program:

1. From the Home screen, select the Scanner icon.

The manufacturer menu displays.

2. Select the Demonstration icon.

Do not connect a vehicle to the Diagnostic Tool while using the Demonstration progr am.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions and make the selection as needed until the confirmation

screen displays.

4. Select OK on the confirmation screen to load the demonstration dat abase .

A message displays “Demo mode: Do not connect to vehicle.”

5. Select Continue.

A systems menu, which shows all of the systems available for testing, displays.

6. Select a system from the menu, then select submenus as applicable to display the desired

demonstration information.

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4.3 Scanner Operation

Launching Scanner opens a menu list of vehicle m anufactu rers and begins the pro cess by identifying the vehicle being tested. After the vehicl e is identified, a vehicle system is selected and then a specific test or function is selected to allow you to retrieve diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), view and save PID data, or perform diagnostic tests.

z Basic Scanner Testing Procedure

1. Launch Scanner—Select the Scanner icon on the Home screen.

2. Identify the vehicle—Identify the test vehicle by selecting from the menu option s.

3. Connect the data cable to the vehicle—Follo w the on-scree n connection instr uctions to

connect the Diagnostic Tool to the test vehicle.

4. Select the system—Select the system to be tested from the systems menu.

5. Select the test from the main menu—Select the desired test.

4.3.1 Vehicle Identification

The Diagnostic T ool displays PID dat a provided by the vehicle ECM. The vehicle must be correctly identified for the Diagnostic Tool to communicate and display PID dat a corre ctly. The vehicle identification sequence is menu driven, follow the screen prompts to enter the information. Exact procedures may vary by the make, model, and year of the vehicle.

z To identify a vehicle for testing:

1. Select the Scanner icon on the Home screen.

A list of manufacturers displays (Figure 4-2).

Figure 4-2 Manufacturer list

The list includes Demonstration, which opens the Demonstration program (see Scanner

Demonstration Program‚ on page 20).

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Scanner Scanner Operation

2. Select the vehicle manufacturer from the list.

A model year menu displays.

3. Select the vehicle year from the menu.

A list of vehicle types or models displays. Several se lections may be required to complete the

vehicle identification, follow the screen prompts to enter the required information.

A confirmation screen displays once all the required information has bee n entere d

(Figure 4-3).

Figure 4-3 Vehicle confirmation screen

4. From the Confirm V ehi cle scr een select:

a. OK to continue.

b. Cancel to return to the previous screen.

4.3.2 Connecting the Data Cable

Connection of the data cable to the Diagnostic Tool and vehicle DLC is re quire d for Scanne r testing, see Data Cable Connection‚ on page 18.

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NOTE:

4.3.3 System and Test Selection

After a vehicle is selected, a menu of available systems is displayed. Select a system to continue.

Figure 4-4 Available systems list

i Only the systems available for testing on the identified vehicle are included in the list.

After a system is selected and the Diagnostic Tool establish es communication with the vehicle, a menu, of available tests is displayed.

Figure 4-5 Main menu

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Scanner Scanner Operation

Main menu options vary slightly by the year , make, and model of the test vehicle. The m ain menu may include:

• Codes Menu—displays diagnostic trouble code (DTC) records from the vehicle electronic

control module. Selecting may open a submenu of viewing options.

• Clear Codes—erases DTC records and other data from the ECM. This selection is found on

a Codes submenu for some models.

• Data Display— displays PID data from the vehicle el ectronic control mo dule. Selecting may

open a submenu of viewing options.

• Functional Tests—provides specific subsystem tests. The test s var y depend ing on the

manufacturer and model.

• Actuator T ests—similar to functional tests, checks the operation of certain actuators, such as

solenoid valves and relays.

• Memory Resets—allows you to reprogram adaptive values fo r cert ain components after

making repairs. Selecting opens a subme nu. These options are found on the Functio nal Tests

Menu for some models.

• System Tests—provides specific subsystem testing. Performing these tests is similar to

functional tests.

• Generic Functions—lets you access certain availa ble Gen eric OBD II functions from a

proprietary menu (1996 and ne wer veh icles only).

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Scanner Scanner Operation

Codes Menu

This selection may appear as Codes, Codes Menu, Codes Only , Code s (No Data), Service Codes or something similar on the menu. Selecting opens a list of viewing options that includes:

• Display Codes

• Clear Codes‚ on page 25

• Freeze Frame/Failure Records‚ on page 26

Display Codes

Selecting opens either a list of diagnostic troubl e codes (DTCs) stored in the selected vehicle electronic control module (ECM), or a submenu of DTC viewing options. A code list inclu des the DTC and a brief description (Figure 4-6).

Figure 4-6 Data display screen

Submenu options may include:

• Trouble Code Info rmation—opens a list of codes in ECM memory

• History Codes—opens a list of codes whose symptoms are not curren tly present. Histo ry

codes indicate an intermittently occurring problem.

• Failed This Ignition—opens a list of codes that set during the current ignition cycle.

• MIL SVS or Message Requested—displays ECM requests to turn on the malfunction

indicator lamp (MIL) or service vehicle soon (SVS) lamp, or display a driver information alert.

• Last Test Failed—displays a complete list of failed tests.

• T est Failed Since Code Cleared—displays a list of test s that failed since the last time codes

were cleared from ECM memory.

Clear Codes

The Diagnostic Tool clears codes from the vehicle electronic control mod ule memory on most vehicles. If this function is not available on the test vehicle, Clear Codes does not appear as a menu option.

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Scanner Scanner Operation

IMPORTANT:

z To clear codes:

1. Select Clear Codes from the Codes Menu.

A confirmation message displays.

2. Make sure any conditions shown on the confirmation me ssage are m et, then select Yes.

A “codes cleared” message displays once the operation is co mplete .

3. Select Continue to return to the Codes Menu.

Clearing codes erases all temporary ECM information, including Freeze Frame/Failure Records. Make sure no vital diagnostic information will be lost before clearing codes.

Freeze Frame/Failure Records

This selection displays the DTC that was set, along with corresponding data, when the ECM commanded the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to turn on.

Data Display

Select Data to view PID data from the vehicle ECM. In data display mode the screen has a toolbar and a main body (Figure 4-7).

Figure 4-7 Data display screen

The toolbar control icons are described in Scanner Control Icons‚ on page 20 and Common

Toolbar Control Icons‚ on page 15.

During data display the main body of the screen is divided into two columns; the left-hand column has a description of the parameter and the right-hand column shows the parameter value or state. Parameters are listed in the order in which they are transmitted by the ECM, so expect variations between years, makes, and models.

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Scanner Scanner Operation

NOTE:

Up to three parameters can be locked, or fixed, at the top of the list. Locked parameters do not change as you scroll through the parameter list. The Lock/Unlock icon on the toolbar selects which parameters are fixed (see Locking Parameters‚ on page 28).

Displayed data may also be paused or saved for det ailed review and future reference, see Saving

Files‚ on page 31 and Pausing and Reviewing Data Files‚ on page32.

Customizing the Data List

The Custom Data List icon on the toolbar is used to determine which specific parameters display . Minimizing the number of parameters on the data list allows you to focus on any suspicious or symptom-specific data parameters. You can add or remove most p arameters from the list. Certain vital parameters may not be removed . These appear in gray at the top of the list along with a lock icon, and they cannot be selected.

i Limiting the number of parameters that display to those that apply to a particular situation results

in a faster data refresh rate, and reduces the amo unt of memory used for save d files.

z To create a custom data list:

1. Select the Custom Data List icon on the toolbar to select it.

The data selection screen displays and two new icons ap pear on the toolbar. Check marks to

the left of the parameter description indicate which parameters are selected for display. A

second smaller check box indicates a parameter that is locked.

The toolbar icons provide options for selecting and deselecting p ara meters to includ e or

remove from the custom data list:

Icon Description

Select/Deselect, use to mark individual

parameters to hide or display. Any locked parameters cannot be deselected.

Select All/Deselect All, use to hide or display all of the parameters in the list. Any locked parameters cannot be hidden.

2. Create a custom data list by selecting the pa rameters to include. A parameter that displays

has a check mark alongside the name, a parameter that does no t display do es not. Select

which parameters to display:

a. Selecting the Select All/Deselect All icon immediately changes all of the parameters to

the same condition, a second push changes them all back.

b. Selecting the Select/Deselect icon activates it. Now you can add or remove parameters

by selecting individual entries in the list.

Note the following:

– Items at the top of the list that cannot be highlighted ar e locke d and cannot b e turned off. – Use the Select All icon to display the complete list. – Use the Deselect All icon to remove all of the highlights.

3. Select Back to display the updated data list.

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Scanner Scanner Operation

NOTE:

Changing Screen Views

Selecting the View icon opens a drop-down menu of options:

• PID List

• 1 Graph

• 2 Graph

• 4 Graph

The PID (parameter identification) List view is a 2-column display with the name of the parameters in the left column and their current values in the r ight column (Figure 4-7).

The 1, 2, and 4 Graph views divide the screen horizont ally to simult aneously d isplay dat a graphs for the indicated number of p arameters (Figure 4-8). Use the scroll bar or the up (b) and down (d) icons to view other parameters in the list.

Figure 4-8 Four graph view

i Any previously set conditions, such as held data or locked lines of data, remain in effect when the

screen view is changed.

Locking Parameters

Use the Lock/Unlock icon to hold selected lines of the data in place and pr event th em from scrolling, or to release previously locked lines of data. Up to three lines of data m ay be held at a time. This feature allows you to position related pa rameters together, making it easier to monitor their values and spot inconsistencies.

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Scanner Scanner Operation

NOTE:

Locked parameters display as the top frames on the main body of th e display scr een, as well as at their usual position within the data list (Figure 4-9). A lock icon appears to the left of the parameter name to indicate it is locked.

z To lock parameters:

1. Highlight the parameter to be locked.

2. Select the Lock/Unlock icon on the toolbar to lock it.

A copy of the locked parameter is now shown at the top of the data list, and a lock icon

appears alongside the parameter na me.

3. Highlight and select additional parameters to lock.

Up to three parameters can be locked at a time. Once locked, a parameter remains locked

until it is manually unlocked or communication with the vehicle stopped.

Figure 4-9 Locked parameters

i If three parameters are locked, one of them must first be unlocked before another parameter can

be locked.

z To unlock parameters:

1. Scroll through the data list and highlight the p aramete r to be unlocked , or released.

2. Select the Lock/Unlock icon on the toolbar.

The released parameter and the lock icon d isappear from the list at the top of the dat a list.

3. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 to release other parameters if needed .

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Setting Trigger Levels

The trigger icon allows you to configure the Diagnostic Tool to automatically save PID dat a from buffer memory to a file when a parameter value crosses a threshold. When triggering is armed, a "Trigger event" pauses d at a collection and save s dat a to a file.

Selecting the Trigger icon opens a menu that includes:

• Set Trigger—est ablishes up per and lower signal values to initiate a n event captur e for the

highlighted parameter.

• Arm Trigger—activates the Diagn ostic Too l to capture a n event when th e signal crosses a

threshold value.

Trigger lines change colors to indicate the trigger is armed.

• Clear All Triggers—deletes all previously set trigger leve ls.

If triggers are set the menu options are:

• Clear Trigger—deletes set trig ger levels for th e highlig hted p arameter.

• Disarm T rigger—de-activates event capture cap ability.

• Clear All Triggers—deletes all previously set trigger leve ls.

z To set trigger levels :

1. Highlight the parameter to be used for triggering the recor ding.

2. Select the Trigger icon.

3. Select Set Trigger from the dr op-down menu. A graph of the highlighted paramete r with a trigger toolbar above it fills the main body of the screen

(Figure 4-10).

Figure 4-10 Trigger set screen

The trigger level line displays as a solid line running horizont ally across the da t a graph. An

upper and lower trigger level must be set, the upper level is set fir st.

4. Select the plus (+) and minus (–) icons on the toolbar, or use the up b and down d arrow

buttons to position the upper trigger level to wher e you want it on the graph .

5. Select a on the toolbar , or pr ess the Y/a button, to set the upper threshold.

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NOTE:

A lower trigger level line now appears at the mid-point of the grap h.

6. Select the plus (+) and minus (–) icons on the toolbar, or use the up b and down d arrow

buttons to position the lower trigger level line to where you wa nt it on the graph.

7. Select a on the toolbar , or pr ess the Y/a button, to set the lower threshold . The display returns to the PID data view and the trigg er poi nt s appear as h orizont al lin es across

the designated parameter graph. Repeat th is procedure to establish trigger points for other parameters if desired. Once armed, any data points that register outside of your set conditions pause data collection and save dat a to a file.

i Only three parameters can have trigger levels set at one time, but only one of the conditions needs

to be satisfied for triggering to occur.

z To arm triggers:

1. Select the Trigger icon on the toolbar.

2. Select Arm Triggers from th e drop -down me nu.

The trigger lines on the data graphs change colo r to indicate a n armed con dition. Triggers for all of the gr aphs are armed simultaneously . Once triggeri ng is armed, it remains in that

state until you switch it off. If trigger se ttings are modified or are added for other parame ters, they are armed as soon as you exit the setting screen.

Saving and Reviewing Scanner / OBD-II/EOBD Data Files

The following procedures are used when saving and reviewing data files for Scanner and OBD-II/EOBD.

Saving Files

During normal operation, data from th e vehicle ’ s ECM is con tinuously b eing store d in buffer memory as it is displayed onscreen. Buffer mem ory is limited to a pred etermine d “tot al” size and is displayed on the counter (located below the toolbar on the right side of the screen) (Figure 4-12).

Selecting Save writes the stored buffer memory to a file. Saving data is useful when trying to isolate an intermittent problem or to ve rify a repair during a road test. The saved file can be played back (similar to a movie clip) by selecting Previous Vehicles and Data > V iew Saved Dat a. See

View Saved Data‚ on page 44 for additional information.

i The Save icon performs the same function as “Save Movie” function choice for the programmable

Shortcut button, see Configure Shortcut Button‚ on page 47 for details.

The saved data file can also be downloaded to a personal computer (PC) using the Mini USB jack. Once connected to the PC, the data files can be printed, transferred, and copie d using ShopStream Conne ct. ShopStream Connect is an application that creates an interface between the Diagnostic Tool and a PC. The ShopStream Connect application is available free online, see the ShopStream Connect website information at the front of this manual for additional information.

The toolbar control icons are described in Scanner Control Icons‚ on page 20 and Common

Toolbar Control Icons‚ on page 15.

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Scanner Scanner Operation

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z To save data:

• Select Save.

A save dialog box displays while data is being sa ved. The dat a is sa ved when the message

box disappears.

Figure 4-11 Save dialog box

Saving Screens

The Shortcut button can be prog rammed to sa ve a sn aps hot of a visible scr een as a bitm ap file, see Configure Shortcut Button‚ on page 47 for details The saved file can be viewed by selecting Previous Vehicles and Data > View Saved Dat a., see View Saved Data‚ on page 44 for additional information.

Pausing and Reviewing Data Files

During normal operation, data from th e vehicle ’ s ECM is con tinuously b eing store d in buffer memory as it is displayed onscreen. The Pause feature, allows you to tempora rily p ause dat a collection to review it in detail.

z To pause and review data

Toolbar control icons are described in Scanner Control Icons‚ on page 20 and Common Toolbar

Control Icons‚ on page 15.

1. While viewing data, select the Pause icon.

On the toolbar, the playback con trol icons a re displa yed. A co unte r disp lays alon g the righ t-

hand edge of the screen between the toolbar and the main body. A bar graph to the left of the

counter shows how much data is in the memory buffer. A slider on the bar graph indicates the

position of the current screen in relation to the en tire content s of the dat a bu f fer.

Use the slider to quickly scroll through the data. Use the control ico ns to accurately position

the cursor. T he cursor (vertical line), indicates your position wh en in the graph mode, appears

once you begin navigating (Figure 4-12).

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Scanner Scanner Operation

NOTE:

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1— Step Back 2— Step Forward 3— Record

2. Scroll up or down to review the list of data.

3. Select the desired control icon to move forward or back increment ally in the selected direction.

z To resume:

• Select the Record icon.

The display changes back to display dat a and the Pause icon is shown on the toolbar. A

vertical rule runs through the data graph to indicate dat a was p a used at that po int.

i The Shortcut icon can be set to perform the Pause/Play function. See Configure Shortcut Button‚

on page 47 for additional information.

Generic Functions

Generic Functions are use to perform generic OBD-II/EOBD tests, for additional information see

OBD-II/EOBD‚ on page 36.

4— Cursor 5— Counter (current position / total)

Figure 4-12

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Scanner Scanner Operation

Functional T ests

The Functional Tests selection is used to access vehicle-specific subsystem tests. Available tests vary by manufacturer, year, and model. Only the tests available for th e identified veh icle display in the menu.

There are several types of functional tests:

• Information Test s—these ar e read -only tests, like selecting “VIN” from a Functional Tests

menu to display the VIN of the identified vehicle.

• T oggle T ests—these test s switch a component, such as a solenoid, relay , or switch, between

two operating states.

• Variable Control Tests—these test s comman d a cert ain value for a system or comp onent,

such as varying spark timing in 1° increment s or EGR valve d uty cycle in 10% increme nt s.

• Reset Test s—these tests reset the adap tive, or learned, values that are stored in th e vehicle

electronic control module memory.

• Scripted Tests—these tests are software r outines th at place the vehicle into special

operating modes for performing certain repairs, such as bleeding brakes with ABS. Selecting Functional T est s opens a menu of test options that varies by make and model. Selecting

a menu option either activates the test or opens a submenu of additional choices. Follow all screen instructions while performing tests. How and what information is presented on the screen varies according to the type of test being performed and th e vehicle being serv iced.

Toggle and variable control tests often display functional test controls on the toolbar at the top of the screen with PID data in the main body (Figure 4-13).

Figure 4-13 Functional test screen

A Test icon on the toolbar activates the test, and a Return, or similarly named, icon cancels the test. For variable control tests, the variable value displays between the main body and the toolb ar . Plus and Minus icons on the toolbar increase and de crease the var iab le value.

A Data List icon, shown to the left, is availabl e on th e toolbar for some test s. T his feature a llows you to change which data list displays in the main body without exiting the functional test. The icon is only available when the test is inactive.

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Scanner Exiting Scanner

NOTE:

4.4 Exiting Scanner

Scanner function remains open as long as there is an active communication link with the vehicle. You must interrupt this communication link in order to exit from tests and power down the Diagnostic T ool. A warning message displays if you attempt to shut down while the Diagnostic Tool is communicating with the vehicle.

i Damage to the vehicle electronic control module (ECM) may occur if communication is disrupted.

Make sure the data cable is properly co nnected at all times d uring testing . Exit all tests befor e disconnecting the data cable or poweri ng down the Dia gnostic Tool.

z To exit the Scanner function:

1. From any active data screen, select the Back icon on the toolbar.

A “stopping communications” message briefly displays followed by the Dat a menu.

2. From the Data Menu, select Back on the toolbar .

Again, a “stopping communications” message briefly displays fo llowed by th e Main me nu. Now, the Dia gnostic Tool is no longer communicating with the vehicle and it is safe to return to the

Home screen and power down the Diagnostic Tool.

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Chapter 5 OBD-II/EOBD

NOTE:

This chapter describes the basic operation of the OBD-II/EOBD function. The OBD-II/EOBD icon is located on the Home screen. The OBD-II/EOBD function allows you to access “generic” OBD-II/EOBD data.

Generic OBD-II/EOBD data is data limited to emission related diagnostics such as:

• Checking for emissions-related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

• Checking the cause of an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

• Checking monitor status prior to emissions certification testing

To access other available electronic control module (ECM) data for vehicle specific systems, parameters or enhanced diagnostics use th e Scanner function, see “Scanner” o n p age19.

i The OBD-II/EOBD function can also be used to access “generic” OBD-II/EOBD data for

OBD-II/EOBD compliant vehicles that are not included in the Scanner function dat abases.

5.1 Basic Operations

5.1.1 Screen Layout and Toolbar Controls

Screen layout and toolbar controls are similar to the Scanner function, see Scree n Layout and

Toolbar Icons‚ on page 19,.

5.1.2 Connecting the Data Cable

Connection of the data cable to the Diagnostic Tool and vehicle DLC is required for OBD-II/EOBD testing, see Data Cable Connection‚ on page 18,.

5.1.3 Saving and Reviewing Data Files

Save and Pause control icon operation and data r eview procedures are the sam e as used for the Scanner function, see Saving and Reviewing Scanner / OBD-II/EOBD Data Files‚ on p age 31,.

5.2 OBD-II/EOBD Menu

5.2.1 OBD Direct

OBD Direct includes the following menu and submenu choices:

• OBD Diagnose

– Start Communication - initiates a test session – Connector Information - provides DLC location details – Manual Protocol Selection - provides choices for communication protocol

• OBD Training Mode - allows you to familiarize yourself with the capabilities of OBD-II/EOBD

while navigating through menus without being connected to a vehicle.

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OBD-II/EOBD OBD-II/EOBD Menu

Start Communication

Use the following procedure to begin an OBD-II/EOBD test session:

z To perform an OBD-II/EOBD Test:

1. Connect the data cable to the test vehicle.

2. Select Start Communications from the OBD-II/EOBD menu.

A series of messages are displayed indicating automatic detection of vehicle type (12 or 24 V)

has occurred and then the detected controllers are disp layed.

The Diagnostic Tool establishes a communication link with the test vehicle, then opens an

information screen (Figure 5-1).

Figure 5-1 Protocol information

The information screen shows how many control modules were detected, which ECM is

communicating, and which communication protocol is being used.

3. Select Continue.

A Select Service menu of available tests opens:

– Readiness Monitors‚ on page 38, – MIL Status‚ on page 38, – ($01) Display Current Data‚ on page 39, – ($02) Display Freeze Frame Data‚ on page 39, – ($03) Display Trouble Codes‚ on page 39, – ($04) Clear Emissions Related Data‚ on page 39, – ($05, 06, 07) Display Test param./Results‚ on page 40, – ($08) Request Control of On-board System‚ on page 41, – ($09) Read Vehicle Identification‚ on page 41, – ($09) In-use Performance Tracking‚ on page 41, – ($0A) Emission Related DTC with Permanent Status‚ on page 41,

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OBD-II/EOBD OBD-II/EOBD Menu

IMPORTANT:

All service modes are not supported by all vehicles, so the available menu selections will vary.

Figure 5-2 Service mode menu

4. Select a test to continue.

Readiness Monitors

Use this menu item to check the readiness of the monitoring system. Monitors not supported will display “not supported”. Scroll, if needed, to view the entire list of monitors (Figure 5-2). Selecting Readiness Monitors opens a submenu with two choices:

• Monitors Complete Since DTC Cleared—displays the results of all monitor tests that have

run since the last time the vehicle electronic co ntrol module ( ECM) memory was cle ared.

• Monitors Complete This Cycle—displays only the resu lts of monitor tests that ran during the

current drive cycle, they reset when the ignition is switched off.

MIL Status

This item is used to check the current condition of the malfunction ind icator lamp (MIL). Additional information, such as which ECM commanded the MIL on a nd the dist ance driven while the MIL is on (if supported), can also be displayed. The MIL Status report can also be saved as part of the vehicle records.

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OBD-II/EOBD OBD-II/EOBD Menu

($01) Display Current Data

Use this test to display the serial data transm itted by th e selected vehicle electronic contro l module (ECM). The main body of the screen has two columns; the lef t-ha nd column is a description of the parameter and the right-han d column is the parameter value or state. Viewing options and operations are the same as the Scanner function, see Data Display‚ on page 26, for more information.

Figure 5-3 Current data display

($02) Display Freeze Frame Data

Freeze frame data provides a “snap sh ot” of cr itical p ara meter value s at the time a DT C set. This item is used to display freeze fame data for any stored emission related diagnostic trouble

codes (DTCs). In most cases the stored frame is the last DTC that occurred. Certain DTCs, those that have a greater impact on vehicle emissions, have a higher priority. In these cases, the highest priority DTC is the one for which the freeze frame records are retained.

($03) Display Trouble Codes

This is used to display any stored emission related DTCs reported by the ECM. The display is similar to the Scanner function code display (see Display Codes‚ on page 25, for details). The list does not include enhanced DTCs in this mode.

($04) Clear Emissions Related Data

This item is used to clear all emission related diagnostic data, such as DTCs, freeze frame data, and test results, from the memory of the selected ECM.

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OBD-II/EOBD OBD-II/EOBD Menu

z To clear emission related Data:

1. Select Clear Emissions Related Data from the menu.

A confirmation message displays to help prevent loss of any vital dat a (Figure 5-4).

Figure 5-4 Clear codes confirmation message

2. Continue from the confirmation message.

The screen updates several times as ECM memory is erased, then a “data has been cleared”

message displays.

3. Select Continue to return to the Select Service menu.

($05, 06, 07) Display Test param./Re sults

This option opens a submenu of parameters and test resu lt s from va rious sensor s, monitor te st results, and a record of DTC setting conditions detected during the last drive cycle. The submenu includes:

• ($05) Oxygen Sensor Monitoring

• ($06) On-board Monitored Systems

• ($07) DTCs Detected During Last Drive

($05) Oxygen Sensor Monitoring

This option opens a menu of tests available for checking the integrity of t he oxygen (O2) sensors. Making a selection displays all of the pertinent O2 sensor p arameters for the specific test. The test identification (ID) displays at the top of the data list.

($06) On-board Monitored Systems

This option opens a menu of tests from the monitore d systems. The availa ble dat a is for specific systems and components that the on-board diagnostic system monitors continuously, such as misfire, or non-continuously, such as the catalyst system. Making a menu selection displays the test results.

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($07) DTCs Detected During Last Drive

This test opens a record of any DTCs that set durin g the last completed drive cycle. Select to open the DTC list.

($08) Request Control of On-board System

This service enables bidirectional control of the ECM. This service allows the Diagnostic Tool to control the operation of an on-board system, test, or component.

($09) Read Vehicle Identifica tion

The purpose of this service is to enable the Diagnostic Tool to request and display vehicle-specific information, such as the vehicle identification number (VIN), the calibration identification, and the calibration verification number (CVN), of the test vehicle. Select a menu item to retrieve the information. Select Return to go back to the menu.

($09) In-use Performance Tracking

This option displays the “In-use Performance Tracking” of data. It is a record of the number of times each of the monitor tests have been completed. Select Return to go back to the menu.

($0A) Emission Related DTC with Permanent Status

This option displays a record of any “ permanent” codes. A pe rmanent status DTC is one that was severe enough to illuminate the MIL at some point, but the MIL may not be on at the present time.

Whether the MIL was switched off by clearing codes or because the setting conditions did not repeat after a specified number of drive cycles, a record of the DTC is ret a ined by the ECM. Permanent status codes automatically clea r after repa irs have been made and the related system monitor runs successfully.

Connector Information

This option opens a database of vehicle diagnostic connector locations that includes most makes and models. The menu driven interface leads you quickly to difficult to find test connectors.

z To locate a vehicle diagnostic connector:

1. Select Connector Information from the System menu.

A list of vehicle manufacturers displays.

2. Select a manufacturer from the list.

A list of models available from the selected manufacturer displays.

3. Select a model from the list.

If a cable adapter is needed, which one and how to conn ect it displays.

4. Select Continue.

Information on where to locate the vehicle dia gnostic conn ector disp lays.

5. Select Continue to return to the System menu.

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OBD-II/EOBD OBD-II/EOBD Menu

IMPORTANT:

Manual Protocol Selection

Communication protocol is a standardized way o f transferring dat a be tween an ECM an d a Diagnostic Tool. Global OBD may use the following communication protocols:

• ISO 15765-4 (CAN)

• ISO 27145 (WWHOBD CAN)

• ISO J1939 (CAN)

• ISO 9141-2 (K-LINE)

• SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation)

• SAE J1850 VPW (V ariable Pulse Wid th)

• ISO 14230-4 (Keyword Protocol 2000)

• SAE J2284/ISO 15765-4 (CAN)

When initially attempting to establish communication with the ECM the Diagnostic Tool attempts to communicate trying each protocol in order to determine which one is being used. Du ring normal operation the communication protocol is automatically detected. If automatic detection fails, communication protocol can be manually selected.

Using unsupported OBD communication protocols may activate warn ing light s an d can set network related faults. Only use the manual selection option when OBD protocol is already known.

Select Manual Protocol Selection to open a menu of option s (Figure 5-5).

Figure 5-5 Manual protocol selection menu

Select the Back icon or press the N/X button to return to the OBD-II/EOBD Main menu.

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Chapter 6 Previous Vehicles and Dat a

This chapter describes the basic operation of the Previous V ehicles and Data function. The Previous V e hicles and Data icon is located on the Home screen. This function allows you to

select recently tested vehicles and access saved data files.

6.1 Previous Vehicles and Data Menu

The following options are available from the Previous Vehicles and Data menu:

• Vehicle History

• View Saved Data‚ on page 44,

• Delete Saved Data‚ on page 45,

6.1.1 Vehicle History

The Diagnostic Tool stores the identification of the last twenty-five vehicles tested, so there is no need to go through the complete vehicle ide ntificatio n sequen ce when perfor ming a retest a f te r repairs have been made. The oldest vehicle record is deleted whe n a new vehicle is identified once there are twenty-five vehicles on file.

Figure 6-1 Vehicle history list

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Previous Vehicles and Data Previous Vehicles and Data Menu

NOTE:

z To select from the vehicle History:

1. Select Previous Vehicles and Data from the Home screen.

2. Select Vehicle History fro m the menu.

A list of up to 25 previously tested vehicles displays. Each vehicle is given a unique file name.

Scroll to view the entire list.

3. With the item to be opened highlighted, either select the vehicle ID or press the Y/a button.

The appropriate software loads a nd a vehi cle ID confirmation screen displays.

4. Select OK or press the Y/a button to continue.

The System Menu for the selected vehicle displays.

6.1.2 View Saved Data

Selecting the View Saved Data men u option opens a list o f all the saved da t a (movie) files an d screen images that are stored in memory . Saved files are listed in chr onological order by the date and time that they were created with the most recent files are at the to p of the list.

Figure 6-2 Saved data list

Saved files can either be opened directly on the Diagnostic Tool, or down loaded to a person al computer and opened using Software Updating and ShopStream Connect. See Pausing and

Reviewing Data Files‚ on page 32, and Connect-to-PC‚ on page 47, for additional information.

i A maximum of 50 files are displayed. T o view all (if more than 50) files stored, use ShopStream

Connect. See Connect-to-PC‚ on page 47, for additional information.

z To review a saved data file or image:

1. Select Previous Vehicles and Data from the Home screen.

2. Select View Saved Data from the menu.

3. Select a file to review from the list.

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Previous Vehicles and Data Previous Vehicles and Data Menu

NOTE:

6.1.3 Delete Saved Data

This menu option is used to permanently erase sa ved files fro m memory.

z To delete a saved file:

1. Select Previous Vehicles and Data from the Home screen.

2. Select Delete Saved Data from the menu.

A list of saved files displays.

i The Select All/Deselect All and Delete icons become available on the toolbar so that you can

either delete individual files or clear the entire memor y buf fer all at once.

3. Select a file from the list and a confirmation message displays.

4. Select an option from the confirmation message:

– OK—deletes the selected file and returns to the saved files list, which no longer includes

the deleted file.

– Cancel—returns to the saved files list without deleting the selected file.

5. Select Back on the toolbar to return to the Previous V e hicles and Data menu, select Home to

return to the Home screen.

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Chapter 7 Tools

This chapter describes the basic operation of the Tools function. The Tools icon is located on the Home screen. This function allows you to configure Diagnostic

Tool settings to your preferences.

7.1 Tools Menu

The following options are available from the Tools menu:

• Connect-to-PC—use to transfer and share files with a personal computer (PC).

• Configure Shortcut Button‚ on page 47,—use to change the function of the shortcut button.

• System Information‚ on page 48,—use to view configuration information for the Dia gnostic

Tool.

• Settings‚ on page 48,—use to configure certain characteristics of the Diagno stic Tool.

Figure 7-1 Tools menu

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Tools T ool s Menu

7.1.1 Connect-to-PC

Connect-to-PC connects your Diagnostic Tool to your pe rsonal computer using a USB cable.

Using the ShopStream Connect™ PC so f tware allows you to transfer files, download software upgrades, save data files on your PC and more. Se e Sof tware Upda ting and Shop Stream

Connect‚ on page 58, for additional information.

z To connect the Diagnostic Tool to a PC:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen to open the menu.

2. Select Connect-to-PC from the Tools and Setup menu.

A screen message displays stating that the Diagn ostic Tool can be conn ected to a PC a s a

mass storage device.

3. Connect the supplied USB cable to the Diagnostic Tool and then to the PC.

4. Select Continue.

5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the operation. A USB cable, supplied with your Diagnostic T ool, is used to connect the Diagnostic Tool to the PC.

When the Diagnostic Tool is connected to the PC a communications icon appear s on the righ t edge of the title bar .

7.1.2 Configure Shortcut Button

This feature allows you to change the function of the Shortcut button. Options are:

• Brightness—opens the brightness setting screen.

• Save Screen—saves a bitmap image of the visible screen.

• Save Movie—writes PID data from buffer memor y to a file for fu ture playback.

• Show Shortcut Menu—opens the menu so you can quickly select from any of the functions.

• T oggle Re cord/Pa use—programs th e Shortcut button to work as the Pa use and Play icons.

z To assign a funct ion to the Shortcut button:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen.

The Tools menu opens.

2. Select Configure Shortcut button from the menu.

3. Select a function from the menu.

4. Select the Back on the toolbar or press the N/X button to return to the options menu.

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Tools T ool s Menu

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7.1.3 System Information

System Information displays important information such as:

• Patent information

• Software version numbers

• Diagnostic Tool serial number

• Software upgrade program expiration date

z To display the System information scr een:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen to open the menu.

2. Select System Information from the menu.

The System Information screen displays.

3. Scroll as needed to view all of the data.

4. Select Back on the toolbar or press the N/X button to return to the options menu.

7.1.4 Settings

This Tools selection allows you to adjust certain basic Diagnostic Tool functions to your personal preferences. Selecting opens an additional menu that offers the following:

• System Settings - see System Settings‚ on page 49,

• Configure Scanner - see Configuring Scanner‚ on pag e 56,

• Configure Units - see Configure Units‚ on page 57,

Figure 7-2 System information

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Tools T ool s Menu

System Settings

Selecting System Settings opens a menu with two options; Display and Date & Time. Either selection opens an additional menu.

Display options include:

• Brightness‚ on page 50,—adjusts the i ntensity of th e screen ba ck lighting .

• Color Theme‚ on page 51,—changes the background color of th e screen disp lay.

• High Contrast Toolbar‚ on page 51,—enhances toolbar graphics for poor lighting conditions.

• Font Type‚ on p a ge 52,—switches between standard and bold text for better visibility.

• Backlight Time‚ on page 52,—adjusts how long the screen stays on with an idle Diagnostic

Tool.

• Touch Screen Calibration‚ on page 53,—calibrates the touch screen display .

Date & Time options include:

• Time Zone‚ on page 54,—sets the internal clock to the local time standard.

• Clock Settings‚ on page 54,—sets the time on the internal clock.

• Daylight Savings Time‚ on page 55,—configures the clock for Daylight Savings Time.

• Time Format‚ on p age 55,—switches the time displays between a 12 or 24 hour clock.

• Date Format‚ on page 55,—configures how the month, date, and year displays.

Battery Type

This selection allows you to configure the tool to operate on either standard or r echargeab le batteries (Figure 7-3). The rechargable setting is designed to maximize battery life. An on-screen message displays in the rechargeable mode when th e batte ries are in need of a charge .

Figure 7-3 Sample battery type screen

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Tools T ool s Menu

Brightness

Selecting this option opens the brightness setting screen for a djusting the ba ck lighting of th e display (Figure 7-4).

Figure 7-4 Brightness setting

Each push of the Plus and Minus icons, or the up (b) and down (d) arrows, incrementally changes the back lighting up or down respectively.

Select Back from the toolbar or press the N/X button to exit.

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Tools T ool s Menu

Color Theme

This option allows you to select between a white and black background for the screen. The black background can be beneficial when working under poor lighting conditions.

Selecting opens a menu with two choices: Day Theme (white background) and Night Theme (black background). Make a selection and a “please wait” message momentarily displays followed by the Home screen. The new toolbar setting is now active.

High Contrast Toolbar

This option allows you to switch to a high contrast toolbar. This toolbar features black and white icons with crisp graphics that are easier to see in poor lighting conditio ns or bright sun light.

Figure 7-5 High-contrast toolbar

Selecting opens a menu with two choices; Color T o olbar and High Contrast T oolbar . Select and a “please wait” message displays followed by the Home screen. The new setting is now active.

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Tools T ool s Menu

Font Type

This option allows you to select between standard and bold faced type for the display screen. Bold type makes screen writing more legible under poor lighting or bright sunlight cond itions.

Figure 7-6 Bold type on a black background

Selecting opens a menu with two choices: Normal Font and Bold F ont. Select a menu ite m or scroll and then press the Y/a button to make a selection. The change is instan taneous. Select the Back or Home icon on the toolbar to return to either the Settings menu or the Home screen .

Backlight Time

This option allows you to configure how long the screen backlight remains on when the Diagnostic Tool is inactive. The following choices are available:

• Always On

• 15 Seconds

• 30 Seconds

• 45 Seconds

• 60 Seconds

Select the menu item desired, or scroll and th en press the Y/a button to make a selection. Select Back or Home on the toolbar to return to either the Settings menu or the Home screen.

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Tools T ool s Menu

IMPORTANT:

TOUCH SCREEN CALIBRATION

WARNING: Do not power the tool off until the Touch

Calibration has been completed successfully.

TAP BOX IN UPPER LEFT CORNER

Touch Screen Calibration

Calibrating the touch screen maintains the accuracy of the touch-sensitive display .

To avoid serious damage to the Diagnostic Tool, always complete the touch scr een calibr ation sequence once it has begun. Never turn off the Diagnosti c Tool while a screen calibration is

in process.

z To calibrate the touch screen:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen to open the menu.

2. Select Settings from the menu.

3. Select T ouc h Calibrat ion from the me nu.

The calibration screen opens (Figure 7-7).

4. Select each box on the screen as it displays.

The display returns to the Settings menu once the screen calibration procedure is comple te.

Figure 7-7 Touch screen calibration

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Tools T ool s Menu

IMPORTANT:

Time Zone

This option opens a menu of time zone settings. Scroll to highlight, then select the local time zone. The display returns to the Settings menu once a time zone is selecte d.

A notice that saved files may be overwritten momentarily displays whenever an option that alters the internal clock setting is selected (Figure 7-8). Be sure to transfer any critical files to a PC before continuing with the selected option.

Figure 7-8 Sample possible data loss message

Clock Settings

This option opens a window for resetting the time on the real-time clock.

z To set the clock:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen to open the menu.

2. Select Settings from the menu.

3. Select Clock Settings from the menu.

A warning message briefly displays followed by the Clock Settings screen (Figure 7-9).

Figure 7-9 Clock settings

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Tools T ool s Menu

4. Select the up (+) icon on the screen or press the up (b) button to incrementally increase the

number in the highlighted field. Select the down (–) icon on the screen or press the down (d)

button to incrementally decrease the number.

5. Select the check (a) icon on the screen or press the Y/a button to move the highlight to the

next field.

6. Repeat Step 4 and Step 5 until the correct time is displayed.

7. Select the Back icon on the toolbar or press the N/X button to close the Clock Settings window

and return to the Settings menu.

Daylight Savings Time

This option opens a menu to configure the intern al clock for Daylight Savings T ime. Choose fr om:

• ON—sets the clock for Daylight Savings time.

• OFF—sets the clock for standard time.

Make either selection, then select the Back icon or press the N/X button to return to th e menu.

Time Format

This option determines whether time is displayed on a 12 or 24 h our clock. Sel ecting open s a menu with two choices:

• 24 Hour Format

• 12 Hour Format

Make either selection, then select the Back icon or press the N/X button to return to th e menu.

Date Format

This option allows you to select how date information is displayed. Select from:

• (MM_DD_YYYY)—Month, Day, Year

• (DD_MM_YYYY)—Day , Month, Year

• (YYYY_MM_DD)—Year, Month, Day

Make a selection, then select the Back icon or press the N/X button to return to the me nu.

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Configuring Scanner

This option allows you to change the scanner display to toggle sca les on and off. Scales are the graduations and values that display on the horizo nt al axis at th e base of the p aram eter graph s. The waveform fills the entire graph area with scales switched off.

Figure 7-10 Scales hidden

z To change hide/show scales:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen.

2. Select Settings from the Tools and Setup menu.

3. Select Configure Scanner from the Settings menu.

4. Highlight either menu entry to make a selection:

– Show Graph Scale—to switch the scales on. – Hide Graph Scale—to switch the scales off.

5. Select the Back icon or press the N/X button to return to the Settings menu.

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Configure Units

Selecting opens a dialog box that allows you to choose between US customary or metric units of measure for temperature, vehicle speed, air pressure, and other pressur es.

Figure 7-11 Configure units menu

z To change the units setup:

1. Select Tools from the Home screen to open the menu.

2. Select Configure Units to open the menu.

3. Select an item from the Configure Units menu.

4. Select a setting from the listed choices.

5. Select Back on the toolbar or press the N/X button to return to the options menu.

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Chapter 8 Software Updating and

NOTE:

IMPORTANT:

NOTE:

ShopStream Connect

ShopStream Connect is PC-based software (provided at no charge) that extends the capabilities of your ETHOS Tech Diagnostic Tool. A purchase of a brand new ETHOS Tech includes software updates and upgrades that are provided pe riodic ally (see NOTE below). ShopStream Connect allows you to download the software upgrades and update s to your PC, and then inst all them on to your ETHOS Tech.

In addition, ShopSt ream Co nnect a lso allo ws you to :

• Transfer data files bi-dir ectionally between your Diagnostic Tool and you r PC.

• Save and manage your da t a files on yo ur PC.

• View, and print your data files using your PC.

• Add or edit notes and comment s to your da t a files.

The ShopStream Con nect (SSC) sof tware is available at:

ShopStream Connect - https://www1.snapon.com/ukssc

i ETHOS T ech so f tware upgr ade prog ram terms m ay vary.

This section covers basic ShopS tream Conn ect software upgrade procedures only. Complete ShopStream Connect downlo ad and ope ration instru ctions ca n be found in th e ShopStream Connect User Manual. Additional software upgrade in structions can be found in the “Updating and Upgrading Software” section of the User Manual.

8.1 Software Upgrades

Software upgrades are provided periodically and are download ed and installed by SSC on to your ETHOS Tech. When your ETHOS Tech is connected to a PC using SSC, the SSC software will automatically check for upgrades and (if an upgrade is available) provide inst allation instructions. Follow the screen prompts to accept, download and install the software.

i The SSC software must be installed and able to access the Internet on your PC.

z Upgrading software:

1. Start the SSC software program on your PC.

2. Connect your ETHOS Tech to your PC, see “Connect-to-PC” on page 47.

• If a software up grade is a vailable, an u pgrade window is displaye d (see step 3).

• If a no software upgra des are ava ilable the “ ShopStream Connect did not find any updates” message is displayed.

3. Read and follow the instructions displayed in the message box, then select Install to begin the download and installation.

The Online Update status window is displayed ( Figure 8-1).

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Figure 8-1 Typical Update window

4. After the download is complete, the installation confirmation message is displayed. Follow the onscreen instructions and then select Continue to proceed with the software upgrade installation (Figure 8-2).

Figure 8-2

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IMPORTANT:

The Programming status window is displayed until progr amming is completed (Figure 8-3).

Do not disconnect the ETHOS Tech during programming.

Figure 8-3

5. After the download is complete, the installation confirmation message is displayed. Select Continue to complete the software up grade inst alla tion.

Once programming is completed select Exit (Figure 8-3).

6. Restart your ETHOS Tech.

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Chapter 9 Maintenance

IMPORTANT:

:$51 ,1 *

9.1 Cleaning and Inspecting

When using the Diagnostic Tool perform the following tasks to keep it in top shape:

• Check the housing, wiring, and connectors for dirt and damage befor e and a f ter each use .

• At the end of each work day, wipe the Diagnostic Tool housing, wiring, and connectors clean

with a damp cloth.

Do not use any abrasive cleansers or automotive chemicals on the unit.

9.1.1 Cleaning the Touch Screen

The touch screen can be cleaned with a soft clo th and a m ild window clean er.

Do not use any abrasive cleansers or automotive chemicals on the touch screen.

9.2 Battery Service

Follow all safety guidelines when handling the batteries.

Risk of electric shock.

• Prior to recycling the batteries, protect exposed terminals with insulating tape to prevent shorting.

• Disconnect all test leads and turn diagnostic tools off before removing the batteries.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the batte ries or remove any component pro jecting from or protecting the battery terminals.

• Do not expose the unit or batteries to rain, snow, or wet conditions.

• Do not short circuit the battery terminals.

Electric shock can cause injury.

9.2.1 Battery Safety Guidelines

Keep the following in mind when handling batteries:

• Do not short circuit battery terminals.

• Do not immerse the Diagnostic Tool or batteries in water , or allow water to enter the unit or

battery compartment.

• Do not crush, disassemble, or tamper with the b atteries.

• Do not heat the batteries to over 100°C (212°F), or dispose of it in a fire.

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• Do not expose the batteries to excessive physical shock or vibration.

• Keep batteries pack out of reach of children.

• Do not use a battery that appears to have suffer ed abuse or damage.

• Store batteries in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

To prolong the life of your batteries, power off the unit when not in use.

9.2.2 Replacing the Batteries

When replacing the Diagnostic Tool batteries, use Alkaline or rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) type AA batteries only. Do not use standard (lead/zinc) batteries as they do not provid e sufficient power to operate the Diagnostic Tool , and may lea k and dam age the Diag nostic Tool.

z To replace the batteries:

1. Depress the two battery cover lock tabs and lift off the battery cover.

 

1— Battery Cover 2— Lock Tabs

2. Remove the old batteries.

Figure 9-1 Battery replacement

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IMPORTANT:

NOTE:

Figure 9-2 Battery cover removed

3. Observing proper polarity (shown on the battery slots), inst all six ne w AA batteries.

Y our Diagnostic Tool can be damage d if the battery polarity is incorrect. Refer to the diagram in the battery compartment on the rear of the tool for correct battery polarity.

4. Fit the battery cover onto the housing.

i If installing rechargeable batteries, be sure to reset the battery type on the T ools Setup menu. This

helps prolong the life of the batteries, and noti fies you wh en it is time to recharge them.

9.2.3 Disposing of the Batteries

Always dispose of batteries according to local regulations, which vary for different co untries and regions. For additional information contact:

• United Kingdom; Electrical Waste Recycling Comp any at http://www.electricalwaste.com

Products bearing the WEEE logo (Figure9-3) are subject to European Union regulations.

Figure 9-3 sample WEEE logo

i Always dispose of materials according to local regulations.

Contact your sales representative for details.

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Index

AC/DC power supply 8 Actuator tests 24

Battery 8

Disposal 63 Handling 61 Replacing 62

service 61 Brightness, adjusting 50 Buttons

Control 6

–63

, 7

Changing screen views 28 Cleaning 61 Clear codes 24 Clearing codes 25 Codes menu 24 Codes. See Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) Communication protocol 42 Configure units 57 Connect 58 Connecting to a vehicle 18 Connector Information 41 Connect-to-PC 47

, 58

, 21

Data display 24 Data parameters

Displaying 24 Demonstration program 20 Diagnostic connector 41

Location 41 Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) 24 Directional buttons 6

, 58

, 21

, 58

Emergency shutdown 12

Generic functions 24

Home screen 14

Identifying a test vehicle 21 Information tests 34

Locking parameters 28

Manual conventions

Description 3

Notes 4 Memory resets 24 Messages

Screen 17

OBD Diagnose 36, 41 Operations

Connecting to a vehicle 18

Identifying a test vehicle 21

Selecting a system to test 21

Selecting tests 21

, 21

Parameters. See Data parameters Pausing data 31 PID trigger

set levels 30 PIDs. See Data parameters Power sources 8

AC/DC power supply 8 Powering off 11 Powering on 11

, 12, 42

Freeze Frame/Failure Records 26 Functional description 7 Functional tests 24

, 34

Reset tests 34

Safety ii

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Index

Saved vehicle data 44 Saving 32 Scanner 19

Actuator tests 24 Clear codes 24

, 25, 58

Codes menu 24, 25, 26, 58 Communication protocol 42 Connecting 18 Custom data list 27 Data display 29 Demonstration program 20 Exiting 35 Functional tests 24 Generic functions 24

, 34

, 36, 42

Memory resets 24 OBDII testing 36

, 42

System selecting 21 System tests 24 Title bar 13 Vehicle ID 21

Screen layout

Scanner 16

, 19

Screen messages 17 Selecting a system to test 21 Selecting tests 21 ShopStream Connect 58 Shortcut button

Configuring 47 Software Upgrade 58 Specifications 9 System Information 48 System tests 24

Variable control tests 34 Vehicle history 44

, 21

Tests

Actuator 24

Functional 24

functional 34

Selecting 21

System 24 Time settings 54

, 55

Title bar 13 Toggle tests 34 Tool settings 48 Tool setup options 46

, 52

, 57

Touch Screen

Calibrating 53

viewing options 51

, 52

Touch screen calibration 61 trigger. See PID trigger Trouble codes. See Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

Updating Software 58

Snap-on Ethos Tech User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety Information

Chapter 1 Using This Manual

Chapter 2 Introduction

Chapter 4 Scanner

Chapter 5 OBD-II/EOBD

Chapter 6 Previous Vehicles and Dat a

Chapter 7 Tools

Chapter 9 Maintenance

Index