User Manual

Using the Scan Tool
CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
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10. After approximately 10~60 seconds, the Scan Tool will retrieve and
display any Diagnostic Trouble Codes, Monitor Status and Freeze
Frame Data retrieved from the vehicle’s computer memory.
 The Scan Tool will display a code
only if codes are present in the
vehicle’s computer memory. If no
codes are present, a “No DTC’s or
Freeze Frame data presently stored
in the vehicle’s computer” message
is displayed.
 The Scan Tool is capable of retrieving
and storing up to 32 codes in memory,
for immediate or later viewing.
11. To read the display:
Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 6 for a description of
display elements.
 A visible icon indicates that the Scan Tool is being powered
through the vehicle’s DLC connector.
 A visible icon indicates that the Scan Tool is linked to
(communicating with) the vehicle’s computer.
 The I/M Monitor Status icons indicate the type and number of
Monitors the vehicle supports, and provides indications of the
current status of the vehicle’s Monitors. A solid green Monitor
icon indicates the associated Monitor has run and completed its
testing. A blinking red Monitor icon indicates the associated
Monitor has not run and completed its testing.
 The display shows the number of
the code currently being displayed,
the total number of codes retrieved,
and whether or not the displayed
code commanded the MIL on. If the
code being displayed is a PENDING
code, the PENDING icon is shown.
If the code being displayed is a
PERMANENT code, the PERMA-
NENT icon is shown.
 The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and related code definition
are shown in the lower section of the display.
In the case of long code definitions, or when viewing Freeze
Frame Data, a small arrow is shown in the upper/lower right-hand
corner of the Scan Tool display area to indicate the presence of
additional information. Use the UP
and DOWN buttons,
as necessary, to view the additional information.
If a definition for the currently displayed code is not available,
an advisory message shows on the Scan Tool’s display.
12. Read and interpret the Diagnostic Trouble Codes using the LCD
display and the green, yellow and red LEDs.