User Manual

Using the Scan Tool
CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
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CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition.
Each DTC has a set of testing procedures, instructions
and flow charts that must be followed to confirm the
location of the problem. This information is found in the
vehicle's service manual. Always refer to the vehicle's
service manual for detailed testing instructions.
Check your vehicle thoroughly before performing
any test. See Preparation for Testing on page 26
for details.
ALWAYS observe safety precautions whenever working on a
vehicle. See Safety Precautions on page 3 for more information.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Locate the vehicle's 16-pin Data Link
Connector (DLC). See page 4 for
connector location.
3. Connect the Scan Tool’s cable connector
to the vehicle's DLC. The cable
connector is keyed and will only fit one
way.
 If you have problems connecting the
cable connector to the DLC, rotate
the connector 180° and try again.
If you still have problems, check the
DLC on the vehicle and on the Scan
Tool. Refer to your vehicle's service
manual to properly check the
vehicle's DLC.
 After the Scan Tool’s test connector is properly connected to the
vehicle's DLC, the Vehicle icon
should display to confirm a
good power connection.
4. Turn the ignition on. DO NOT start the
engine.
5. When the Scan Tool’s cable connector
is properly connected to the vehicle’s
DLC, The Scan Tool will automatically
turn ON.
 If the unit does not power on automatically when connected to
the vehicle’s DLC connector, it usually indicates there is no
power present at the vehicle’s DLC connector. Check your fuse
panel and replace any burned-out fuses.
Retrieving and using Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) for
troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an
overall diagnostic strategy.