CHECK , OWNER S MANUAL Table of contents 1. Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2 1.1 What Is OBD? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------2 1.2 Safety Precautions and Warnings ----------------------------------------------------2 1.3 Vehicle Coverage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------3 1.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 1. Introduction 1.1 What Is OBD? Definition: Onboard Diagnostics II - A second-generation emissions diagnostic system required on all 1996 and newer vehicles (though some 1994 and 1995 model year vehicles were equipped with early versions of the system). This OBD2/EOBD/CAN Code scanner is designed to work on all OBD2 compliant vehicles (include all 1996 and newer cars, lig ht trucks and SUVs sold in the World).
CHECK , OWNER S MANUAL Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment. Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards. Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equi pment, etc. away from all moving or hot engine parts. Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area: Exhaust gases are poisonous. Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while running tests.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 1.4 Data Link Connector (DLC) Location The 16-pin DLC is usually located under the instrument panel (dash), within 12 inches (300 mm) of center of the panel, on the driver's side of most vehicles. It should be easily accessible and visible from a kneeling position outside the vehicle with the door open. For some Asian or European vehicles, the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector. DLC 1.5 How To Use . . . . 1.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 2 Product Information 2.1 Tool Description 7 1 2 5 Y N 4 3 6 1. LCD DISPLAY --—Indicates test results. Backlit, 128 X 64 pixel display with contrast adjustment. 2. "Y" BUTTON -- Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu. When a DTCs definition covers more than one screen. it is used to move down to the next screen for additional data. 3. "N" BUTTON -- Cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or returns to the menu.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 4. UP SCROLL BUTTON -- Moves up throug h menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one DTC is retrieved, moves up throug h the current screen to the previous screens for additional DTCs and definitions. 5. DOWN SCROLL BUTTON -- Moves down throug h menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one DTC is retrieved, moves down throug h the current screen to the previous screens for additional DTCs and definitions. 6. POWER BUTTON -- Turns POWER ON or OFF. 7.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 3). " "”-- A flashing UP Arrow indicates additional information is available on the previous screen. 4). "Pd" -- Identifying a Pending DTC when viewing DTCs. 2.5 Keyboard No solvents such as alcohol are allowed to clean the keypad or display. Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. Do not soak the keypad as the keypad is not waterproof. 2.6 Power The external power of the scan tool is provided via the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 2). From the Main Menu: Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select System Setup and then press the Y button. Follow the instructions to make adjustments and settings as described in the following setup options. Main Menu ====================================== 1) VW/AUDI 2) OBDII/EOBD 3) Oil Reset 4) EPB Reset 5) System Setup 6) Tool Information Contrast Adjustment 1. From the system setup menu: Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select Contrast and press the Y button.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK The Display Test is used to check the LCD display. 1). From the System Setup menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select Display Test and press the Y button. System Setup ====================================== 1) Contrast 1) Contrast 2) Display TestTest 2) Display 3) Keyboard TestTest 3) Keyboard 4) Unit of Measure 4) Unit of Measure 2). Select Display Test from the Display test menu and press the Y Button. 3). Press the Y button again to start test.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK Keyboard Test ====================================== Press any key to Start test to display name. Key:Double [N] to return 3). Double press N to return to the previous menu. Unit of Measurement Metric is the default measurement unit. 1). From System Setup menu,use UP/DOWN scroll button to select Unit of Measure and press ENTER button. System Setup ====================================== 1) Contrast 2) Display Test 3) Keyboard Test 4) Unit of Measure 2).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK Language Menu ====================================== English Deutsch 3 Operating Instructions 3.1 VW/AUDI Diagnostics Reading Codes CAUTION: Don't connect or disconnect any test equi pment with ignition on or engine running. 1). Turn the ignition off. 2). Locate the vehicle's 16-pins Data Link Connector (DLC). 3). Plug Into the scan tool cable connector to the vehicle's DLC. 4). Turn the ignition on. But do not start the engine. 5). Press the Y button.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK If the scan tool fails to communicate with the selected Vehicle's ECU (Electronic Control Unit). a "LINK ERROR"”message shows up on the display. Verify that the ignition is ON: Check if the scan tool's 0BDII connector is securely connected to the vehicle's DLC; Verify that the module supported; Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the ignition back to on and repeat the procedure from step 5.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK If the DTC definition is not available, an advisory message prompting you to refer to the vehicle service manual will be observed on the display. If more than one DTC is found, use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons, as necessary, until all the codes have been shown up.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 3). If you do not want to proceed with erasing the codes, press the N button to exit. A message of "command cancelled" will show up. 4). If you do wish to proceed to erase the codes, then press the Y Button. 5). If the codes are cleared successfully, an "ERASE DONE!" confirmation message will show on the display. Press any button to return to the previous menu. 6). If the codes are not cleared then an "ERASE FAILURE!" message will appear.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK vehicles. It is an excellent function to use prior go having a vehicle inspected for compliance to an emissions program. "Pass" --- Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has not completed its diagnostic testing. "Fail" --- Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has not completed its diagnostic testing or the monitor is not supported on that vehicle. 3).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 3). Press the N button to return to previous menu. 3.2 OBDII / EOBD / CAN Diagnostics Reading Codes CAUTION: Don't connect or disconnect any test equi pment with ignition on or engine running. I). Turn the ignition off. 2). Locate the vehicle's 16 pin Data Link connector (DLC). 3). Plug into the scan tool cable connector to the vehicle DLC. 4). Turn the ignition on. But do not start the engine. 5). Press the Y button. The Main Menu will be observed on the Display. 6).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 9). Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select Read Codes from the menu and press the Y button. OBDII/EOBD Diag. ====================================== 1) Read Codes 2) Erase Codes 3) Live Data 4) Freeze Frame 5) I/M Readiness 6) Vehicle Info. If there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes present, the display will indicate NO CODES ARE STORED IN THE MODULE!” If there are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes present, the Fault Codes and Pending Codes will be reported on the display.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK Erasing Codes 1). If you decide to erase the DTCs,use the UP/DWON scroll buttons to select Erase Codes from the OBDII/EOBD Diag menu and press the Y button. OBDII/EOBD Diag. ====================================== 1) Read Codes 2) Erase Codes 3) Live Data 4) Freeze Frame 5) I/M Readiness 6) Vehicle Info. If the scan tool is not connected or no communication is established with the vehicle yet, then refer to Reading Codes from 1 to 8 at Paragraph 3.2. 2).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK Diagnostic Menu ====================================== 1) Read Codes 2) Erase Codes 3) Live Data 4) Freeze Frame 5) I/M Readiness 6) Vehicle Info. 2). Wait a few seconds while the scan tool validates the PID MAP. Live Data ====================================== Reading PID.01 - Please Wait - 3). View live PIDs on the screen. Use UP/DOWN scroll button for more PIDs if an arrow appears on the screen.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 2). Wait a few seconds while the scan tool validates the PID MAP. View Freeze Frame ====================================== Reading PID.01 - Please Wait - 3). If retrieved information covers more than one screen, then a down arrow will appear. Use DOWN scroll button, as necessary, until all the data have been shown up. View Freeze Frame ===========================2 DTC_CNT 1630 OL FUELSYS1 FUELSYS2 N/A LOAD_PCT(%) 0.0 ETC( C) -40 SHRTFT1(%) 0.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK A. Since DTCs Cleared - indicates status of the monitors since the DTCs are erased. B. This Drive Cycle - indicates status of monitors since the beginning of the current drive cycle. An I/M Readiness Status result of NO does not necessarily indicate that the vehicle being tested will fail the state I/M inspection. For some states, one or more such monitors may be allowed to be "Not Ready" to pass the emissions inspection.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 4). Use UP/DOWN scroll button, as necessary, to view the status of the MIL lig ht ("ON" or "OFF") and the following monitors: Misfire monitor -- Misfire monitor Fuel System Mon -- Fuel System Monitor Comp.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK Performance Tracking on 2000 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9. 1). Use UP/DOWN scroll button to select Vehicle Info. and press ENTER button. Diagnostic Menu ============================= 1) Read Codes 2) Erase Codes 3) Live Data 4) View Freeze Frame 5) I/M Readiness 6) Vehicle Info. 2). Wait a few seconds while the scan tool reads vehicle information. Vehicle Info.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 3.3 Oil Reset 1). Turn the ignition off. 2). Locate the vehicle's 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC). 3). Plug into the scan tool cable connector to the vehicle's DLC. 4). Turn the ignition on. But do not start the engine. 5). Press the Y button. The main menu will be observed on the display. 6). Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select Oil Reset from the menu, Press the Y button, accept the option and to move to the next screen.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 3.4 EPB Reset (Option) 1). Turn the ignition off. 2). Locate the vehicle's 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC). 3). Plug into the scan tool cable connector to the vehicle's DLC. 4). Turn the ignition on. But do not start the engine. 5). Press the Y button. The Main Menu will be observed on the display. 6). Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select EPB Reset from the menu, Press the Y button, and enter the next screen.
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 10). Press Y to enter main menu: 3.5 System Setup Choose System Setup, please review the Item 2 to see the details. 3.6 Tool Information 1). Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select EPB Reset from the menu, Press the Y button, accept the option and to move to the next screen. Main Menu ============================ 1) VW/AUDI 2) OBDII/EOBD 3) Oil Reset 4) EPB Reset 5) System Setup 6) Tool Information 2).
, OWNER S MANUAL CHECK 4. Warranty and Service 4.1 Limited One Year Warranty The Manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free of defects in materials and workmanshi p for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase, subject to the following terms and conditions: 1). If the product fails within the one (1) year period, it will be repaired or replaced, at the manufacturer's option, at no charge with proof of original purchase.