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OBD II

CP9135

AutoScanner

™

Performs diagnostics on OBD II

compliant vehicles 1994 and

newer

Instructions in English, Spanish, and French

Instrucciones en Inglés, Español, y Francés

Instructions en Anglais, Espagnol, et les Français

15825 Industrial Parkway
Cleveland Ohio 44135 USA (EUA)

Voltage: 16V

Tension de 16V

Tension: 16V

Summary of Contents for OBD II AutoScanner CP9135

Page 1: ...ompliant vehicles 1994 and newer Instructions in English Spanish and French Instrucciones en Inglés Español y Francés Instructions en Anglais Espagnol et les Français 15825 Industrial Parkway Cleveland Ohio 44135 USA EUA Voltage 16V Tension de 16V Tension 16V ...

Page 2: ...U SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE All information illustrations and specifications contained 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 Actron or anyone connected...

Page 3: ... 2 6 Vehicle Service Information 2 5 Section 3 Using the Tool 3 1 AutoScanner Connection and Power Up 3 1 3 2 Read Codes 3 2 3 3 Erase Codes 3 3 3 4 MIL Status 3 5 3 5 I M Monitors 3 5 3 6 Tool Setup Test 3 6 3 6 1 Changing Display Contrast 3 7 3 6 2 Display Test 3 7 3 6 3 Keypad Test 3 7 3 6 4 Memory Test 3 8 3 6 5 Software Identification SW ID 3 8 Section 4 Troubleshooting 4 1 Vehicle Inspection...

Page 4: ...d area Do not breath exhaust gases they are very hazardous Always keep yourself tools and test equipment away from all moving or hot engine parts Always make sure the vehicle is in Park automatic transmission or Neutral manual transmission Ensure the parking brake is firmly set Block the drive wheels Never leave vehicle unattended while testing Never lay tools on vehicle battery You may short the ...

Page 5: ... keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline electrical chemical fires readily available When performing road tests never operate the tool while driving the vehicle Always have one person drive the vehicle and an assistant operate the AutoScannerTM Always turn ignition key OFF when connecting or disconnecting electrical components unless otherwise instructed Some vehicles are equipped with safe...

Page 6: ...e to continue with the rest of the diagnostic process Important points to remember Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs warn us of a symptom or problem with a particular engine system not a specific part The computer can only report DTCs based on what its sensors are telling it Sometimes sensors appear to be bad when in fact they are not A poor connection broken wire or short circuit may be preventing th...

Page 7: ...Friday or send an email to tech_support actron com 1 2 Quick Start Connect the OBD II AutoScanner to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC which is normally located under the dash on the driver s side Once the connection is made the tool will turn on boot and then display the Main Menu If the display is hard to read adjust the contrast using the Tool Setup Test function All AutoScanner functions c...

Page 8: ...nded the MIL to turn on If the MIL Status is ON and the MIL is not illuminated with the engine running then a problem exists in the MIL circuit Select the MIL Status function and press the ENTER key The MIL Status of the computer will display on the AutoScanner Press the BACK key to return to the Main Menu The I M Inspection and Maintenance Monitors function displays the state of the vehicle s OBD...

Page 9: ...es 1994 and newer No batteries are needed power is provided from the vehicle s data link connector DLC Section 2 T oolBasics I G D F c E H B BOBD II connector cable with strain relief CTwo line LCD display DREAD key performs the Read Codes function EERASE key performs the Erase Codes function FV YES key to scroll up and answer YES GW NO key to scroll down and answer NO HBACK key go to the previous...

Page 10: ...eaning Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean the keypad or display Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth Do not soak the keypad as water might find its way inside the tool 2 2 Lists and Menus The AutoScanner is designed for ease in navigation and operation All menu and lists operate the same way Five functions are selectable by the user The Read Codes and Erase Codes func...

Page 11: ...ector are dedicated for power and ground The DLC is also referred to as a J1962 connector The term J1962 is taken from a physical and electrical specification number assigned by SAE Society of Automotive Engineers The standard ensures that all vehicles with OBD II systems use the same connector The J1962 specification defines the location of the DLC in the vehicle The DLC should be located under t...

Page 12: ... new DTCs are developed and approved by the SAE Upon approval of the new codes the AutoScanner s software will be updated Thereisnoestablishedtimeperiodthatupdatesaremadetothedatabase For more information regarding DTC updates please call our Technical Support line at 1 800 228 7667 8 00 6 00 EST Monday Friday or send an email to tech_support actron com Bx Body Cx Chassis Px Powertrain Ux Network ...

Page 13: ...BD II can be found in Appendix B OBD II Background Warnings Cautions and Notes These are identified with the following symbols Please read and understand the Safety Precautions and adhere to them while testing the vehicle The Warning symbol identifies hazards that may cause serious harm and injury The Caution symbol alerts the operator of potential noncritical harm or damage to equipment This symb...

Page 14: ...er com Ford Lincoln Mercury Ford Publication Department Helm Incorporated P O Box 07150 Detroit MI 48207 www helminc com Buick Cadillac Chevrolet GEO GMC Oldsmobile Pontiac Acura Honda Isuzu Suzuki Kia Hyundai Saab Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 www helminc com Saturn Adistra Corporation c o Saturn Publications 101 Union St P O Box 1000 Plymouth MI 48170 Chilton Book Company Chil...

Page 15: ...rief period and then begins Loading Software If the key is pressed and held while software is loading the Software ID will display until the key is released and then the Main Menu will display When the Main Menu displays the AutoScanner is ready to use Refer to Section 3 6 Tool Setup Test and Section 4 Troubleshooting if problems occur More information about OBD II can be found in Appendix B OBD I...

Page 16: ... does not occur within 40 warm up cycles the code will be cleared from memory If the fault occurs a specific number of times the code will mature into a DTC and the MIL will turn on Changing any part without first isolating the circuit or system may result in the replacement of good components Before performing this function read and understand the Safety Precautions and Section 2 Tool Basics CAUT...

Page 17: ...er to Section 2 6 Vehicle Service Information or on the enclosed product CD If no DTCs are present the message PASS No Codes Returned will display Press the BACK key to return to the Main Menu Do not disconnect the AutoScanner until codes have been recorded When power is removed the AutoScanner s memory is cleared 3 3 Erase Codes The Erase Codes function deletes the DTCs from the vehicle s compute...

Page 18: ...eturn to the Main Menu Pressing the YES key will display a scrolling message on the bottom line Turn key On engine Off and then press the ENTER key The AutoScanner will perform Read Codes again to check the number of DTCs erased If all DTCs have been erased a message No Codes Remain Press ENTER will scroll across the bottom line If DTCs still exist the number will be displayed The faults must be r...

Page 19: ... Diagnostic Circuit Check in the service repair manual Some manufacturers will turn the MIL Off if a certain number of drive cycles occur without the same fault being detected The DTCs related to a MIL are erased from the computer s memory after 40 warm up cycles if the same fault is not detected Select the MIL Status function and press the ENTER key The MIL Status will display on the top line and...

Page 20: ...sion system is working correctly or not When the monitors record READY and check engine light has not come on vehicle will likely pass emissions test and the system being checked is working properly NOT READY Incomplete vehicle was not driven enough and needs to be driven until monitors record READY NOT APPLICABLE vehicle does not support that monitor Some states MAY NOT require all monitors to be...

Page 21: ...erate I M Readiness B Connect Scan Tool to vehicle to connector under driver side dash board Ifconnectorisnot located under driver side of dashboard a label should tell location of connector C Place key in ignition and start vehicle ...

Page 22: ...hensive 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 Heater Sensor Monitor EGR System Mon Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Monitor READ ERASE NO BACK ENTER YES...

Page 23: ...on is Adjust Contrast Press the ENTER key and then use the or keys to increase or decrease the contrast Holding down the or keys changes the contrast in that direction in 5 steps When done press the ENTER key to return to the Tool Setup Test menu Contrast settings are not saved after the tool is turned OFF Contrast is reset to the manufacturers setting when powered up To quickly change the contras...

Page 24: ...functionality of the AutoScanner s Keypad Select Keypad Test from the Tool Setup Test menu and press the ENTER key Eachtimeyoupress a key its name should appear on the display For example if you press the YES key the screen will display UP YES If key s name does not display then the key is not working Press the other keys to verify proper operation Check the BACK key last When the BACK key is pres...

Page 25: ...TEST PASS or TEST FAIL message is displayed Press any key to return to the Tool Setup Test menu 3 6 5 Software Identification SW ID The Software Identification is needed when contacting customer support Note this in the manual for reference From the Tool Setup Test menu select the SW ID option and press ENTER Note this in the manual for reference Press any key to return to the Tool Setup Test menu...

Page 26: ...se of location under air cleaner housing alternators and similar components Inspect the air cleaner and ductwork for defects Check sensors and actuators for damage Inspect all vacuum hoses for Correct routing Refer to vehicle service manual or Vehicle Emission Control Information VECI decal located in the engine compartment Pinches and kinks Splits cuts or breaks Inspect electrical wiring for Dama...

Page 27: ... is connected correctly to the vehicle s DLC Verify the pins are clean and fully seated in the DLC The AutoScanner requires a minimum of 8 volts between pin 16 BAT and pin 4 GND to power up Use the flowchart provided below to troubleshoot WARNING Never Lay Tools On Vehicle Battery You May Short The Terminals Together Causing Harm To Yourself The Tools Or The Battery Measure resistance between Pin ...

Page 28: ...t of OBD II compliance Test for continuity between the DLC wiring and the computer In an extreme case there may be a broken wire With the KOEO check the vehicle for blown fuses The computer and DLC usually use separate fuses If the fuse for the computer fuse is blown it cannot transmit data The fuses may be located on the fuse block in the passenger compartment Make sure the computer has a good gr...

Page 29: ...verters After the engine is warm the air will either be dumped back to the atmosphere or into the air cleaner assembly or sent to the catalytic converter Bank 1 The standard way of referring to the bank of cylinders containing cylinder 1 In line engines have only one bank of cylinders Most commonly used to identify the location of oxygen sensors See O2S Sensor 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 The standard way of...

Page 30: ...sition Sensor Detonation See Knock DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code Indicates a malfunction flagged by the vehicle s computer DI DIS Direct Ignition Distributorless Ignition System A system that produces the ignition spark without the use of a distributor Duty Cycle A term applied to signals that switch between on and off Duty cycle is the percentage of time the signal is on For example if the signal i...

Page 31: ... block Special construction makes the element sensitive only to engine vibrations associated with detonation KOEO Key On Engine Off KOER Key On Engine Running LCD Liquid Crystal Display LT Long Term fuel trim M T Manual transmission or manual transaxle MAF Mass Air Flow Sensor Measures the amount and density of air entering the engine and sends a frequency or voltage signal to the PCM The PCM uses...

Page 32: ...PCM when the gear shift lever is in the Park or Neutral position When in Park or Neutral the PCM will operate the engine in an idle mode PCM Powertrain Control Module The brains of the engine control system housed in a metal box with a number of sensors and actuators connected via a wiring harness Its job is to control fuel delivery idle speed spark advance timing and emission systems The PCM rece...

Page 33: ...ttached to the accelerator pedal TPS Throttle Position Sensor Potentiometer type sensor connected to the throttle shaft Its voltage signal output increases as the throttle is opened The PCM uses this signal to control many systems such as idle speed spark advance fuel delivery etc TTS Transmission Temperature Sensor A resistance sensor mounted in the transmission housing in contact with the transm...

Page 34: ...hich can be accessed with the tool These codes cover Now basic terms are standardized and all generic global codes share a common format and terminology established by the manufacturers and the Society of Automotive Engineers SAE Basics of Computer Controlled Vehicles This section explains the engine computer control system the types of sensors and how the computer controls engine fuel delivery id...

Page 35: ...s back to a network of switches and actuators throughout the vehicle Sensors computer inputs Sensors are devices which measure operating conditions and translate them into signals the computer can understand Some examples of sensors thermistors for temperature readings potentiometers like a throttle position sensor and signal generators such as an 02 sensor Relays and actuators Relays and Actuator...

Page 36: ...bsolute pressure sensor MAP to determine optimum mixtures The important difference here is that it does not check to see if the mixtures are correct leaving the computer adjustment loop open In closed loop mode the computer still decides how much fuel to add by using the sensors listed above and by looking up the appropriate numbers on a data table However it now checks itself to determine whether...

Page 37: ...de P0122 might mean throttle position sensor signal voltage is too low Generic code meanings are a part of your OBD II AutoScanner s software Manufacturer specific DTCs will require the use of a vehicle service manual See page 2 5 for more information on ordering service manuals or on the enclosed product CD Read trouble codes To find the cause of the problem yourself you need to perform special t...

Page 38: ... as a current failure The light will stay on as long as the problem is present and a trouble code is stored in the computer s memory Use the OBD II AutoScanner at the earliest convenient time to obtain codes Intermittent problem When the MIL comes ON and then goes OFF while the engine is RUNNING the computer saw a problem but the problem went away known as an intermittent failure Though the MIL we...

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