User's Manual

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Scanner Function Scanner Operation

2. Select the manufacturer of the test vehicle from the list.

A model year menu displays.

NOTE:

i You can limit the number of manufacturers that appear on the list by selecting Configure

Favorites from the toolbar. See Creating a Favorites List on page 76 for details.

3. Select the year of the test vehicle from the menu.

A list of vehicle types or models displays. Several selections may be required to identify the

vehicle type and model, follow the screen prompts and enter the required information.

A confirmation page showing the identified vehicle displays once all the required data has

been entered. Review the information to make sure it is correct.

4. Select OK.

Alternative Vehicle Identification

Occasionally, you may try to identify a test vehicle that the Scanner does not recognize, the

database does not support, or has some unique characteristics that prevents it from

communicating with the Scanner. In these instances, there is an alternate choice that allows you

to establish communication with the vehicle:

• OBDII/EOBD Function—this function allows you to connect to the OBDII equipped vehicle

and perform basic OBD-II or EOBD diagnostic functions, see OBD Direct Operations on

page 65 for additional information.

Technical Service Bulletins

The Technical Service Bulletins icons (Figure 4-16) become active, after a vehicle has been

identified, for additional information, see Technical Service Bulletins on page 114.

Figure 4-16 Home Screen - TSB/Recall/Campaign Icon

4.3.2 Connecting the Scan Module

The Scan Module is a wireless device that is connected (using the vehicle data cable) to the

vehicle and transmits vehicle data to the Diagnostic Tool. To use the Scanner function the Scan

Module must be paired with the Diagnostic Tool. If the Scanner tries to communicate with the

vehicle and the Scan Module is not connected to the vehicle, a Connect Data Cable confirmation

screen will display. For Scan Module connection and operation information, see Pairing The Scan

Module on page 55.