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Summary of Contents for AutoScanner Plus CP9180

Page 1: ...AutoScanner Plus P N 0002 000 2935 CP9180 ...

Page 2: ...ake changes at any time without notice Tool Information Complete the following list Provide this information when contacting customer support Serial No SW ID Refer to section 3 7 to get the Serial Number Serial No and Software Identification SW ID If you have questions or concerns Contact Technical Support Phone 1 800 228 7667 Website www actron com Mail SPX Service Solutions 15825 Industrial Park...

Page 3: ... On Board Diagnostics 2 6 SAE Publications 2 6 Diagnostic Link Connector DLC 2 7 OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs 2 8 Section 3 Using The Scan Tool The Scan Tool 3 1 Specifications 3 2 Accessories Included with the Scan Tool 3 2 Display 3 3 Keypad 3 3 Scan Tool Power UP 3 4 System Setup 3 5 Changing Display Contrast 3 6 View Tool Information 3 7 Display Test 3 8 Keypad Test 3 9 Memory Test 3 1...

Page 4: ...4 12 View Data 4 13 View Freeze Data 4 18 Drive Cycle Monitor 4 20 O2 Monitor Test 4 23 Diagnostic Monitor Tests 4 25 On Board Systems 4 28 Record Data 4 29 Vehicle Info 4 32 Modules Present 4 34 Section 5 Troubleshooting How to Use On Line Help 5 1 Error Messages 5 2 Scan Tool Does Not Power Up 5 2 Vehicle Communication Fault 5 3 Operating Error or Erroneous Data 5 3 Battery Replacement 5 4 Tool ...

Page 5: ...ee part message and in some instances an icon Safety Messages Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage All safety messages are introduced by a signal word The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation The types of safety messages are Indicates a possible hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury to op...

Page 6: ...ard Icons used An icon when present gives a graphical description of a potential hazard Example Engine systems can malfunction expelling fuel oil vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid refrigerant and other debris Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Even if everyday eyeglasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Engine sy...

Page 7: ...perator and any bystanders Even if everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Do not use this scan tool in environments where explosive vapors may collect These areas include below ground pits confined areas areas that are less than 18 inches above floor Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at l...

Page 8: ... and vehicle doors are closed before disconnecting the battery cables This also helps prevent damage to on board computer sys tems Always disconnect the battery ground connections before servicing electrical system components Explosion can cause injury Risk of poisoning Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per hour Engine exhaust contains odo...

Page 9: ...enses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Make sure someone can hear you or is close enough to provide aid when working near a battery Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby If battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes flush exposed area with soap and water for 10 minutes Seek medical help Do not touch eyes while working near battery Battery acid can burn eyes...

Page 10: ...leaner is out of position Do not use fuel injector cleaning solvents when performing diagnostic testing Keep cigarettes sparks open flame and other sources of ignition away from vehicle Keep a dry chemical Class B fire extinguisher rated for gasoline chemical and electrical fires in work area Fire can cause death or serious injury Risk of flying particles Safety goggles and protective gloves must ...

Page 11: ...s Tester leads can become hot after extended testing in close proximity to manifolds Hot components can cause injury Risk of expelling fuel oil vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid refrigerant and other debris Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may...

Page 12: ...ecommended to help identify danger zones in test area Prevent personnel from walking through test area Contacting electrical connections and hot or moving parts can cause injury Risk of injury The Scan Tool should be operated by qualified personnel only Use the scan tool only as described in the user s manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not operate the Scan Tool with damaged...

Page 13: ...on the automatic parking brake release for testing and reconnect when testing is completed Do not leave a running engine unattended A moving vehicle can cause injury Risk of equipment or circuit damage Unless specifically directed by manufacturer make sure ignition is off before connecting or disconnecting connectors or any vehicle electrical terminals Do not create a short between battery termina...

Page 14: ...ion or results are still suspicious do not use them for diagnosis Improper repair and or adjustment may cause vehicle or equipment damage or unsafe operation Some vehicles are equipped with air bags Follow service manual warnings when working around air bag components or wiring If service manual instructions are not followed an air bag may deploy unexpectedly resulting in injury Note an air bag ca...

Page 15: ...ck Note A check note provides additional information about the subject in the preceding paragraph Example English is the default measurement unit Equipment Tips and Lists Equipment tips and lists provide information that applies to specific equipment Each tip is introduced by this icon for easy identification Example Observe all vehicle and or equipment manufacturer s cautions and warnings when te...

Page 16: ...ges and user responses are CAPITALIZED Example The Scan Tool displays the pending DTCs or a message stating SYSTEM PASS NO FAULT DETECTED Manual References Used to reference other sections of the manual References include the Title and page number section page Example For more information on DTCs refer to OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs on page 2 15 Screens Certain help messages information a...

Page 17: ...d in this manual are based on the latest information available from industry sources at the time of publication No warranty expressed or implied can be made for its accuracy or completeness nor is any responsibility assumed by the manufacturer or anyone connected with it for loss or damages suffered through reliance on any information contained in this manual or misuse of accompanying product The ...

Page 18: ...up software Scan Tool update software Adobe Acrobat Reader Installer Print Capture Other product information To be able to use the included CD the PC must meet the following minimum requirements 486 PC 4 MB of RAM Microsoft Windows 98 SE ME 2000 and XP CD ROM Drive Adobe Acrobat Reader Internet Explorer 4 0 or newer Screen Resolution of 800 x 600 If screen resolution is 800 x 600 in Display Proper...

Page 19: ... computer 2 Place the CD in CD Drive If CD does not start automatically Select the Start button Select Run Enter X Setup htm in Open Box on Computer and select OK X is the CD ROM drive letter on the computer 3 Follow screen prompts on the computer to install the applications Run Start Enter ...

Page 20: ...ln com 1 800 392 3673 Mercury www mercury com 1 800 392 3673 Chrysler Chrysler www chrysler com 1 800 348 4696 Dodge www dodge com 1 800 348 4696 Plymouth Not Available 1 800 348 4696 Eagle Not Available 1 800 348 4696 European Vehicles Audi www audi com 1 800 544 8021 Volkswagon www vw com 1 800 544 8021 BMW www bmw com 1 201 307 4000 MINI www mini com 1 201 307 4000 Jaguar www jaguar com 1 800 4...

Page 21: ... 800 934 0934 Other Manuals Chilton Book Company www chiltonsonline com 1 800 347 7707 Haynes Publications www haynes com 1 800 242 4637 Bentley Publishers www bentleypublishers com 1 800 423 4595 Repair Information Programs Mitchell www mitchell1 com 1 888 724 6742 ALLDATA www alldata com 1 800 697 2533 Suitable Manual Titles Diagnostic Service Manuals PowerTrain Codes and Oxygen Sensors Automoti...

Page 22: ... s side A standard list of diagnostic trouble codes DTCs used by all manufacturers A standard list of parameter identification PID data used by all manufacturers Ability for vehicle systems to record operating conditions when a fault occurs Expanded diagnostic capabilities that records a code whenever a condition occurs that affects vehicle emissions Ability to clear stored codes from the vehicle ...

Page 23: ...ocated under dashboard a label should be there telling location Data Link Connector DLC Pins 1 Manufacturer Reserved 2 J1850 Bus 3 Manufacturer Reserved 4 Chassis Ground 5 Signal Ground 6 CAN High J 2284 7 K Line ISO 9141 2 ISO DIS 14230 4 8 Manufacturer Reserved 9 Manufacturer Reserved 10 J1850 Bus 11 Manufacturer Reserved 12 Manufacturer Reserved 13 Manufacturer Reserved 14 CAN Low J 2284 15 L L...

Page 24: ...nge Performance Problem P 0 1 0 1 Vehicle Specific System Powertrain Codes P0xxx Generic SAE P1xxx Manufacturer Specific P2xxx Generic SAE P30xx P33xx Manufacturer Specific P34xx P39xx Generic SAE Chassis Codes C0xxx Generic SAE C1xxx Manufacturer Specific C2xxx Manufacturer Specific C3xxx Generic SAE Body Codes B0xxx Generic SAE B1xxx Manufacturer Specific B2xxx Manufacturer Specific B3xxx Generi...

Page 25: ... P09FF Transmission P0A00 P0AFF Hybrid Propulsion P1000 P10FF Manufacturer Control Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary Emission Controls P1100 P12FF Manufacturer Control Fuel Air Metering P1300 P13FF Manufacturer Control Ignition System or Misfire P1400 P14FF Manufacturer Control Auxiliary emission Controls P1500 P15FF Manufacturer Cntrl Veh Spd Idle Speed Control Auxiliary Inputs P1600 P16FF Manufacturer...

Page 26: ...Getting Started 2 10 2 ...

Page 27: ...the previous screen or level 6 ON OFF key turns power ON or OFF 7 HELP key accesses the Help Function 8 USER key allows the operator to perform Read Codes with a touch of a key 9 DLC Cable provides connection for vehicle interface 10 USB Port provides a USB connection for the computer 11 Serial Number Plate provides serial number of Scan Tool 12 Battery Compartment provides power to the Scan Tool ...

Page 28: ...2 56 mm 89 mm 210 mm Included with Scan Tool Replacement Parts are available from the manufacturer by contacting customer service Part Part Description CD The CD contains the Manual in English French and Spanish The CD also includes a DTC lookup program for looking up DTCs USB Cable Used to print and upgrade software depending on tool OBD II Cable Communicate between the vehicle and tool Also supp...

Page 29: ...he UP arrow key Indicates additional information is available on next screen by using the DOWN arrow key Indicates internal batteries need replaced or are not installed Keypad The keypad is used to move through the different menus of the Scan Tool The Scan Tool s software is designed for ease in operating and navigating through menus Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean keypad or display U...

Page 30: ...When powered from the internal battery the Scan Tool disables the display s backlighting and turns OFF after a period of inactivity Each time the Scan Tool is poweredup voltageoftheinternal battery is checked If voltage is low the Low Battery Symbol displays on screen Replace the battery using instructions provided in Battery Replacement If the Scan Tool will not be used for an extended period of ...

Page 31: ...ool information to be viewed Display to be checked Operation of the keypad to be checked Memory of the tool to be checked Scan Tool to be upgraded System Setup settings remain until internal battery becomes discharged or is removed From Main Menu 1 Select System Setup Use UP or DOWN arrow key until System Setup is highlighted Press ENTER Diagnostic Connector OBD II Function List I M Readiness Read...

Page 32: ... key until Display Contrast is highlighted Press ENTER 2 Increase or Decrease Display Contrast Use UP arrow key to increase Contrast Use DOWN arrow key to decrease Contrast SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Tool Information Program Mode 50 ADJUST CONTRAST Press ENTER when Done Darken Lighten ...

Page 33: ...vice From System Setup menu 1 Select Tool Information Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Tool Information is highlighted Press ENTER 2 View Information S N Serial No Software ID SW ID 3 Write Down Scan Tool Information Space is provided on inside front cover to record the Scan Tool information SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Tool Information Program Mode Tool Informat...

Page 34: ...a solid black character From System Setup menu 1 Select Display Test Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Display Test is highlighted 2 Start Display Test Press ENTER 3 Look for Missing Spots All characters display in solid black if there are no concerns Screen flips back and forth between screens shown below SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Tool Information Program Mode...

Page 35: ...eys are working correctly From System Setup menu 1 Select Keypad Test Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Keypad Test is highlighted Press ENTER Check for missing spots in display Display Test Press Back to Quit SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Tool Information Program Mode ...

Page 36: ...is not working correctly Memory Test The Memory Test will test RAM and Flash ROM Run the Memory Test if the tool has trouble Playing back recorded data Displaying trouble code definitions Doing any function that uses internal memory From System Setup menu 1 Select Memory Test Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Memory Test is highlighted Press ENTER SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test...

Page 37: ... then PASS is dis played If RAM fails an error message is shown If ROM fails a checksum is shown 2 Return to System Setup menu Press ENTER Program Mode The Program Mode is used for updatingtheScanTool Instructions are provided with upgrades Tool Information S N 1234567 SWID A7B1 Press BACK to Exit SYSTEM SETUP Contrast Adjust Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Tool Information Program Mode ...

Page 38: ...n you do not need to attach the OBD II Cable The internal battery provides power for this 1 Connect OBD II Cable to Scan Tool Make sure pins are not bent 2 Find DLC on vehicle Look under the dashboard on the driver s side of the vehicle If the DLC is not located under the dashboard a label should be there telling the location 3 Remove DLC cover if required 4 Connect OBD II Cable to vehicle Make su...

Page 39: ...o diagnose Use UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight Global OBD II Domestic Vehicles European Vehicles Asian Vehicles Press ENTER If vehicle displayed is not the vehicle being diagnosed select CHANGE and go to step 3 2 Confirm selection Use LEFT or RIGHT arrow keys Press ENTER If keeping the selected vehicle select YES If changing the selected vehicle select NO Select Vehicle Global OBD II Domestic Ve...

Page 40: ...stic Asian or European Vehicles is selected the tool may ask for the following information Manufacturer Car Truck Year Make Model Engine Special Information 3 Confirm selection Use YES or NO GM Typical VIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Series Line Chassis Chassis Type Engine Type Model Year VIN Position Description of Number YES NO Confirm Selection 2002 Corvette S 5 7L Keep This Vehic...

Page 41: ...il Review Data is highlighted Press ENTER Refer to appropriate section of this manual for what functions have data for review 2 Follow prompts and instructions provided by Scan Tool If data does not exist for function selected to review a message informs the user to run a function first Only 1 function Playback needs detailed instructions OBD II FUNCTION LIST I M Readiness Read Codes Pending Codes...

Page 42: ...iewing of PIDs while Playback is a viewing of previously recorded PIDs From the Review Data menu 1 Select Playback Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Playback is highlighted Scan Tool displays a NO RECORDING PRESENT message if recording does not exist 2 Play Back Recording Press ENTER REVIEW MENU I M Monitors Codes Pending Codes State OBD Check Review Freeze Data O2 Monitor Tests Playback ...

Page 43: ...ames Different vehicles communicate at different speeds and support a different number of PIDs Therefore the maximum number of frames that can be recorded varies Some vehicles wait a long period of time to store a DTC after a driveability problem occurs If the operator selected Trigger On Codes when making a recording the operator might not see any drastic change in data parameters before and afte...

Page 44: ...Scanning Suite and then start printing application Follow all instructions on PC 1 Select Print Data from the OBD II Function List Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Print Data is highlighted Press ENTER When printing playback data Start Frame and End Frame need to be defined 2 Select Data To Be Printed Use UP or DOWN arrow key Press ENTER OBD II Function List Record Data Vehicle Information Modules P...

Page 45: ...ookup is available from both the Main Menu and OBD II Function List 1 Select Code Lookup Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Code Lookup is highlighted Press ENTER 2 Select a Vehicle See Vehicle Selection for details regarding this step This step is available only if a vehicle has not been selected since the tool was powered up Selecting a vehicle may provide the user with a manufacturer definition whe...

Page 46: ... ENTER If definition could not be found SAE or Enhanced the Scan Tool displays No DTC Definition Found See Service Manual If the DTC is manufacturer specific the DTC is assigned to display Refer to the vehicle service manual for exact definition To enter another DTC press BACK Press BACK again to return to menu from which Code Lookup was selected P0001 Press to change selected digit Press to selec...

Page 47: ...is on Cycle ignition key to off for 10 seconds then on This may be required to reset computer If required select yes to try again If problem still exists refer to Error Messages on page 5 2 of Troubleshooting The Scan Tool keeps all data received from the last vehicle selected until any of the following occurs The internal 9V battery is discharged or has been removed Scan Tool is flash programmed ...

Page 48: ...r Test Diag Monitor Test On Board Systems Record Data Vehicle Information Modules Present Review Data Print Data I M Readiness Codes Pending Codes State OBD Check View Freeze Data O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Test Playback Vehicle Info Modules Present Code Lookup System Setup OBD II Function List I M Readiness Read Codes Pending Codes Erase Codes State OBD Check View Data ...

Page 49: ... a specific amount of drive time each monitor has specific driving conditions and time required the computer s monitors decide if the vehicles emission system is working correctly or not as well as detecting out of range values When the monitor s status is ok vehicle was driven enough to complete the monitor inc Incomplete vehicle was not driven enough to complete the monitor n a Not Applicable ve...

Page 50: ...t support This Drive Cycle If vehicle supports both types of monitors the I M Readiness Menu displays 2 View Summary of Monitor Status Use UP or DOWN arrow key Depending on Readiness Test one of these 2 screens will be present I M Readiness Drive Cycle Monitor State OBD Check O2 Monitor Test Diag Mon Tests On Board Systems Vehicle Info Special Tests Menu I M Readiness I M Readiness Menu Since DTCs...

Page 51: ...sfire Monitor Fuel System Mon Fuel System Monitor Comp Component Comprehensive Components Monitor Catalyst Mon Catalyst Monitor Htd Catalyst Heated Catalyst Monitor Evap System Mon Evaporative System Monitor Sec Air System Secondary Air System Monitor A C Refrig Mon Air Conditioning Refrigerant Monitor Oxygen Sens Mon Oxygen Sensor Monitor Oxygen Sens Htr Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor EGR System Mo...

Page 52: ...n engine running KOER From OBD II Function List 1 Select Read Codes Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Read Codes is highlighted Press ENTER If no DTCs are present a message stating System Pass No Faults Detected is displayed 2 Select a vehicle See Vehicle Selection for details regarding this step This step is available only if manufacturer s specific enhanced DTCs were read from the vehicle and a veh...

Page 53: ...Diagnostics 4 3 View and write down DTCs Use UP or DOWN arrow key In the example shown module 18 is reporting the DTCs 4 Return to OBD II Function List Press BACK P0113 IAT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input 1 of 3 MOD 18 ...

Page 54: ...faults do not automatically indicate a faulty component or system From the OBD II Function List 1 Select Pending Codes Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Pending Codes is highlighted Press ENTER If no Pending Codes are present a message stating System Pass No Faults Detected is displayed Do not mistake this message It refers only to Pending Codes and is not a warning of DTCs 2 Select a Vehicle See Veh...

Page 55: ...eturn to OBD II Function List Press BACK Erase Codes The Erase Codes function deletes DTCs and I M Readiness data from vehicle s control module s Perform this function with KOEO Do not start the engine The Erase Codes function may also erase View Freeze Data O2 Monitor Test and Diagnostic Monitor Test results depending on vehicle The Erase Codes function sets monitors to inc ...

Page 56: ...tor run before concluding that the fault is repaired From OBD II Function List 1 Select Erase Codes Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Erase Codes is highlighted Press ENTER If diagnostic results and codes are not to be erased select No and press ENTER Selecting No displays a Command Cancelled mes sagepromptingtopress ENTER to return to OBD II Function List OBD II Function List I M Monitors Read Codes...

Page 57: ...gine is running tool may displaythisscreen Codescannot be erased until the engine is off key is on 4 Observe Command Sent message is displayed Press ENTER 5 Return to OBD II Function List Press ENTER Erase Codes Are you sure you want to Erase Diagnostic Results and Codes YES NO Erase Engine is Running Turn Engine Off Turn Key On Press ENTER To Continue ...

Page 58: ...STATUS ON or OFF Number of Codes Found Number of Monitors OK Number of Monitors Inc Number of Monitors N A State OBD Check should be done with the key on engine running KOER due to showing MIL status The number of codes found are only Generic OBD II codes and not Pending codes The number of Monitors that are either OK INC or NA are only Since DTCs Cleared and not This Drive Cycle Refer to Read Cod...

Page 59: ...ion is simultaneously transmitted to scan tool View data allows the following items to be viewed on the scan tool Sensor data Operation of switches Operation of solenoids Operation of relays View data can be shown as Entire Data List Custom Data List Apart from Read Codes View Data is the most useful diagnostic function for isolating the cause of a vehicle operation problem OBD II Function List I ...

Page 60: ...ransmission control module TCM The Scan Tool identifies them by their identification names ID assigned by manufacturer i e 10 or 1A If one or more control module stops responding the Scan Tool displays a message If continuing dashes will replace data in right hand column If no is selected then the Scan Tool attempts to re establish communication with that module OBD II Function List I M Readiness ...

Page 61: ...w key until Entire Data List is highlighted Press ENTER 2 View PIDs on Scan Tool Use UP or DOWN arrow key 3 Return to Select Data to View Menu Press BACK 4 Return to OBD II Function List Press BACK Select Data to View Entire Data List Custom Data List Customize Linea 15 5 A C PRESS V 3 00 A F RATIO 14 1 BARO PRESS Hg 29 9 ABSLT TPS 12 2 ENGINE RPM 2352 CALC LOAD 83 1 MAF LB M 0 57 A C PRESS psi ...

Page 62: ... LEFT or RIGHT arrow key Press ENTER 3 Select PIDs to View Use UP or DOWN RIGHT arrow keys to move up and down list The RIGHT arrow selects or deselects data parameter All selected data values show the order in which they will be displayed The LEFT arrow deselects all marked data parameters The ENTER key starts recording data or displaying selected data parameters Select Data to View Entire Data L...

Page 63: ... Scan Tool from the previous vehicle tests 4 View PIDs on Scan Tool Use UP or DOWN arrow key 5 Return to Select Data to View Menu Press BACK 6 Return to OBD II Function List Press BACK 15 5 A C PRESS V 3 00 A F RATIO 14 1 BARO PRESS Hg 29 9 ABSLT TPS 12 2 ENGINE RPM 2352 CALC LOAD 83 1 MAF LB M 0 57 A C PRESS psi ...

Page 64: ...s Use UP or DOWN arrow key Press ENTER View Freeze Data When an emission related fault occurs certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on board computer This information is referred to as freeze frame data View Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission related fault View Freeze Data can be overwritten by faults with a higher priority If codes were erase...

Page 65: ...ect Frame if more than 1 frame is present Use UP or DOWN arrow key Press ENTER 3 Select another frame to view if available Press BACK 4 Return to OBD II Function List Press BACK OBD II Function List View Freeze Data Drive Cycle Monitor O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Tests On Board Systems Record Data Vehicle Information Select Frame Frame 1 Mod 10 Frame 2 Mod 1A ...

Page 66: ...l driving conditions the vehicle computer scans the emission system After a specific amount of drive time each monitor has specific driving conditions and time requirements the computer s monitors will decide if the vehicle emissions system is working correctly or not as well as detecting out a range of values When the monitor s status is ok vehicle has been driven enough for function inc Incomple...

Page 67: ...since start of current drive cycle Refer to the vehicle service manual for more detailed information on emission related monitors and their status Some vehicles DO NOT support Drive Cycle Monitors If vehicle supports both types of Drive Cycle Monitors the Menu will display 2 View Summary of Monitor Status Use UP or DOWN arrow key if required OBD II Function List View Freeze Data Drive Cycle Monito...

Page 68: ... are displayed Monitors designated n a or ok are not displayed When all Monitors are OK the following Screen is shown 4 Return to Previous Menu Press BACK key This Drive Cycle Catalyst Mon inc Htd Catalyst inc Evap System Mon inc Since DTCs Cleared Catalyst Mon inc Htd Catalyst inc Evap System Mon inc OR OR This Drive Cycle All Monitors OK Since DTCs Cleared All Monitors OK ...

Page 69: ...ors are named xy for their position to both cylinder banks and catalysts The O2 sensor for cylinder bank 1 has prefix 1y while O2 sensor for cylinder bank 2 has prefix 2y The O2 sensor upstream of catalyst closest to engine has suffix x1 while O2 sensor downstream of catalyst has suffix x2 If vehicle contains more catalysts O2 sensor downstream of second catalyst has suffix x3 and O2 sensor downst...

Page 70: ...stream before catalyst may perform differently than ones located downstream after catalyst Test IDs are shown for unknown O2 sensor tests 3 View Results of Selection Use UP or DOWN arrow key OBD II Function List View Freeze Data Drive Cycle Monitor O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Test On Board Systems Record Data Vehicle Information Select O2 Sensor O2 Bank1 Sensor1 O2 Bank1 Sensor2 O2 Bank2 Sensor1 ...

Page 71: ... components and systems that are not continuously monitored CAN vehicles Diagnostic Monitor Test receives test results for emission related powertrain components and systems that are and are not continuously monitored Vehicle manufactureris responsiblefor assigning test and component IDs From the OBD II Function List 1 Select Diag Mon Tests Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Diag Mon Tests is highligh...

Page 72: ...test results is highlighted Press ENTER Refer to appropriate vehicle service manual for test IDs and definitions OR Non CAN Vehicles Select Diag Mon Test 01 03 10 21 22 25 CAN Vehicles O2 Sensor B1S1 O2 Sensor B1S2 O2 Sensor B2S1 O2 Sensor B2S2 Catalyst B1 Catalyst B2 EVAP 0 040 Select Diag Mon Test O2 Sensor B1S1 ...

Page 73: ...1 Module MOD OR On CAN vehicles Scan Tool displays Test performed The test performed can be if test is not defined Refer to vehicle service manual for details Measured values and units of measure such as volts amps and seconds Module ID where the monitor test data came from Non CAN Vehicles ID 01 MAX 0 MEAS 0 MIN STS OK MOD 10 Test 53 Data CAN Vehicles RICH LN Thresh Module 00 MAX 0 6012 V MEAS 0 ...

Page 74: ...dentified by a message that is displayed when selected Refer to the vehicle service manual for on board systems instructions From the OBD II Function List 1 Select On Board Systems Use UP or DOWN arrow key until On Board Systems is highlighted Press ENTER A list of on board systems and components available for testing are shown on the display 2 Select Test Use UP or DOWN arrow key Press ENTER OBD ...

Page 75: ... for diagnosing intermittent driveability problems that cannot be isolated by any other method The recording time varies A recording consists of frames of data prior to the trigger and several frames after the trigger Some vehicles wait a long period of time to store a trouble code after a driveability problem occurs If the operator selected Trigger On Codes when making a recording the operator mi...

Page 76: ...se data is displayed Scan Tool validates list of global PIDs from vehicle 2 Refer to View Data to setup Custom List or View Entire List There are 2 types of trigger methods used Manual Trigger allows operator to use the ENTER key to start recording Trigger On Codes automatically triggers when a diagnostic trouble code DTC is detected by vehicle OBD II Function List O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Tes...

Page 77: ... to be saved until either Record memory is full Operator presses ENTER Scan Tool recording times vary A recording consists of frames of data prior to trigger and several frames after trigger Select Trig Method Manual Trigger Trigger on Codes Ready to record Press Enter to start recording Press BACK to exit Record Data Waiting for trouble code to trigger start of recording Press BACK to exit Record...

Page 78: ... ID s which identifies software version in vehicle control module s and calibration verification numbers CVN s Vehicle Info function applies to model year 2000 and newer OBD II compliant vehicles The Scan Tool cannot verify if data is correct for scanned vehicles CVNs are calculated values required by OBD II regulations The CVN calculation may take several minutes CVNs are reported to determine if...

Page 79: ...arrow key if required In the above examples Module 10 and 18 returned data Scroll down to view information CVNs are shown as hexadecimal numbers 3 Return to OBD II Function List Press BACK or ENTER key OBD II Function List View Freeze Data Drive Cycle Monitor O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Test On Board Systems Record Data Vehicle Information VIN 1 Mod 10 ABCDEFGHIJK123456 CALID 1 MOD 00 JIA HEX CUN...

Page 80: ...ect Modules Present Use UP or DOWN arrow key until Modules Present is highlighted Press ENTER The types of protocols communication types supported by the Scan Tool are ISO 9141 2 protocol is shown as ISO OBD II Function List O2 Monitor Test Diag Monitor Test On Board Systems Record Data Vehicle Information Modules Present Review Data ID Protocols 10 ISO 1A ISO Modules Present ...

Page 81: ... IDs larger than 2 digits the Scan Tool assigns a 2 digit module ID to be used in place of the actual CAN module ID The module ID assigned for the CAN module ID is used in all functions of the Scan Tool ID Protocols 10 VPWM 1A VPWM Modules Present ID Protocols 10 PWM 1A PWM Modules Present ID Protocols 01 CAN 7e9 00 CAN 7e8 Modules Present ...

Page 82: ...agnostics 4 36 4 4 ISO 14230 4 protocol is shown as K2K Keyword 2000 In the above examples the indicates the protocol used to communicate to the vehicle s control module ID Protocols 10 K2K 1A K2K Modules Present ...

Page 83: ...ons and error messages When icon appears in the right column of the display On Line Help is available To Use On Line Help 1 Press HELP Key Notice Text Use UP or DOWN arrow key if required 2 Return to original screen Press BACK key On bottom line of display Show text Above screen On bottom line of display Show text Below screen ...

Page 84: ...cle s control module has a good ground If the computer case is grounded then clean the connection and apply a conductive dielectric grease to the mating surfaces With the KOEO verify battery voltage is at least 8 0V Verify the control module is not defective Refer to the service manual to diagnose the control module Scan Tool Does Not Power Up Review Safety Precautions before troubleshooting If Sc...

Page 85: ... Operating Error or Erroneous Data An Operating Error or Erroneous Data occurs if vehicle s computer s stop s communicating with Scan Tool 1 Make Selection Use UP or DOWNarrow key Press ENTER See Error Messages on page 5 2 for possible causes Press ENTER To Reset Tool Please Turn the Key Off For 10 Seconds Vehicle Comm Fault Check Connections Try Again Yes No Operating Error Yes ...

Page 86: ...ed Non rechargeable Lithium Li battery can be used Though Lithium types last longer than the alkaline types and they are more expensive 1 Place Display Face Down On non abrasive surface 2 Remove Battery Cover Turning phillips screw counterclockwise Slide battery cover off 3 Remove Battery and Properly Discard 4 Install New Battery 9V Alkaline Battery 5 Reinstall Battery Cover Slide battery cover o...

Page 87: ...s Tool Self Tests check the display keys and internal memory Refer to Using The Scan Tool section of the manual for the operation procedures for Scan Tool self tests Technical Support Toll Free Number 1 800 228 7667 Website www actron com ...

Page 88: ...Troubleshooting 5 6 8 ...

Page 89: ...it was generating a 400mV signal then the code reader would read O2S v 40 OUTPUT These data parameters are outputs or commands that come directly from control module s For example the ignition spark advance is controlled by PCM on most vehicles monitoring this PID shows spark output from PCM CALCULATED These data parameters are calculated after analyzing VALUE various inputs to the vehicles contro...

Page 90: ... 0 100 EVAP VP Evaporative Emission System Vapor Pressure FUEL LVL Fuel Level FUEL PRES Fuel System Pressure FUEL SYS x Fuel System x Loop Status IAT Intake Air Temperature IGN ADV Ignition Advance LT FTRM x Bank x Long Term Air To Fuel Ratio Correction Factor MAF Mass Air Flow Sensor MAP Manifold Absolute Pressure MIL DIST Distance Since Malfunction Indicator Lamp Came On MIL STATUS Malfunction I...

Page 91: ...Short Term Fuel Trim Bank x THR POS x Throttle Position x THROT CMD Throttle Actuator Commanded TRIPS SNC CLR Warmups Since Erase Codes TROUB CODE Diagnostic Trouble Code That Set Freeze Frame VEH SPEED Vehicle Speed VPWR Vehicle Power ...

Page 92: ...PID Definitions A 4 A ...

Page 93: ... Actuator Actuators such as relays solenoids and motors allow the PCM to control the operation of vehicle systems Air Injection Reaction AIR System An emission control system operated by the PCM During cold starts an air pump injects outside air into the exhaust manifold to help burn hot exhaust gases This reduces pollution and speeds warm up of oxygen sensors and catalytic converters After the en...

Page 94: ...sions control in California CKP REF Crankshaft Position Reference CKP Crankshaft Position See CPS CKT Circuit Closed Loop CL A feedback system that uses the O2 Sensor s to monitor the results of combustion Based on the signal s from the O2 sensor s the PCM modifies the air fuel mixture to maintain optimum performance with lowest emissions In closed loop mode the PCM can fine tune control of a syst...

Page 95: ...ition Distributorless Ignition System A system that produces the ignition spark without the use of a distributor DPFE Differential Pressure Feedback Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code An alphanumeric identifier for a fault condition identified by the On Board Diagnostic System Duty Cycle A term applied to signals that switch between on and off Duty cycle is the percentage...

Page 96: ... optimum spark timing from sensor information enginespeed throttle position coolant temperature engine load vehicle speed Park Neutral switch position and knock sensor condition EVAP Evaporative Emissions System FC Fan Control Freeze Frame A block of memory containing DTCs of the vehicle operating conditions for a specific time FTP Federal Test Procedure Strict test of vehicle s emissions Ground G...

Page 97: ... detonation or knock The sensor contains a piezoelectric element and is threaded into the engine block Special construction makes the element sensitive only to engine vibrations associated with detonation Knock Uncontrolled ignition of the air fuel mixture in the cylinder Also referred to as detonation or ping Knock indicates extreme cylinder pressures or hotspots which are causing the air fuel mi...

Page 98: ...ects exhaust gases into the intake manifold to reduce these gases at the tailpipe O2S Oxygen Sensor Generates a voltage of 0 6 to 1 1 volts when the exhaust gas is rich low oxygen content The voltage changes to 0 4 volts or less when the exhaust gas is lean high oxygen content This sensor only operates after it reaches a temperature of approximately 349ºC 660ºF O2 sensors are usually found both up...

Page 99: ...ral Position A switch that tells the PCM when the gear shift lever is in the Park or Neutral position When in Park or Neutral the PCM operates the engine in an idle mode PROM Programmable Read Only Memory The PROM contains programming information the PCM needs to operate a specific vehicle model engine combination PSPS Power Steering Pressure Switch Purge Solenoid Controls the flow of fuel vapors ...

Page 100: ...understand SFI or SEFI Sequential Fuel Injection or Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection A fuel injection system that uses one or more injectors for each cylinder The injectors are mounted in the intake manifold and are fired individually Solenoid A device consisting of an electrical coil which when energized produces a magnetic field in a plunger which is pulled to a central position A solenoid m...

Page 101: ...ime so the systems can be monitored TTS Transmission Temperature Sensor A resistance sensor mounted in the transmission housing in contact with the transmission fluid It sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the transmission VECI Vehicle Emission Control Information A decal located in the engine compartment containing information about the emission control systems found o...

Page 102: ...t engine start up WOT Wide Open Throttle The vehicle operating condition brought about when the throttle is completely or nearly open The PCM typically delivers extra fuel to the engine and de energizes the A C compressor at this time for acceleration purposes The PCM uses a switch or the TPS to identify the WOT condition ...

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