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Abbreviated Name

Expanded Name

- Misfire Monitor

Misfire Monitor

- Fuel System Mon

Fuel System Monitor

- Com 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 Heater Sensor Monitor

- EGR System Mon

Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Monitor

5.Press BACK key on Scan Tool to

return to Main Menu.

Summary of Contents for Super AutoScanner CP9145

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Page 2: ...the latest information available at the time of printing Actron Manufacturing reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice Tool Information Complete the following list using the funct...

Page 3: ...a signal word indicating the hazard level The types of safety messages are Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury to the operator or t...

Page 4: ...ct such as in below ground pits confined areas or areas that are less than 18 inches above the floor Use this equipment in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least four air changes per...

Page 5: ...ire can occur when air cleaner 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 fro...

Page 6: ...rs are recommended to help identify danger zones in test area Prevent personnel from walking through immediate test area Contact with electrical connections and hot or moving parts can cause injury Ri...

Page 7: ...damage Misdiagnosis may lead to incorrect or improper repair and or adjustment Do not rely on erratic questionable or obviously erroneous test information or results If test information or results are...

Page 8: ...Safety Precautions Safety vi...

Page 9: ...ce Information 1 9 Part 2 Using The Tool Tool Description 2 1 Specifications 2 2 Accessories 2 2 Display 2 2 Keyboard 2 3 Power 2 3 Scan Tool Operation 2 4 Tool Power Up 2 4 Tool Navigation 2 4 Tool S...

Page 10: ...Mode 5 15 Part 6 Chrysler Historic Diagnostics Read Codes 6 1 Erase Codes 6 3 View Data 6 4 Switch Test 6 5 Actuator Test 6 6 Idle Speed Test 6 7 Sensor Test 6 7 Review Data 6 8 Part 7 Help Troublesh...

Page 11: ...setup and use your SUPER AUTOSCANNER A glossary and application charts provide valuable reference material Some of the information shown in text or illustrations is obtained using optional equipment A...

Page 12: ...r used several types of data link connectors and GM varied the trouble codes and communication protocols from year to year The following tables highlight changes for GM Ford and Chrysler If this seems...

Page 13: ...hicle Ford On Board Diagnostics System Long Name Years Description MCU Microprocessor Control Unit 1980 1991 Used in police vehicles containing carbureted engines Uses the MCU DLC EEC IV Electronic En...

Page 14: ...figurations The following describes the DLCs used by Ford GM and Chrysler The DLC location and types for domestic vehicles can be looked up in the charts in Appendix A Data Link Connectors OBD II J196...

Page 15: ...e MCU computer system uses the same six sided connector but NOT the pigtail connector Leave the pigtail unattached MECS Mazda Electronic Control System MECS vehicles 1988 1995 use either a 6 pin with...

Page 16: ...OBD I Prior to1996 most GM vehicles used the standard 12 pin Assembly Line Diagnostic Link ALDL Use the GM ALDL cable kit p n CP9127 which includes the ALDL adapter and cigarette lighter power cable...

Page 17: ...s SCI The SCI serial communications interface DLC is a 6 pin connector located in the engine compartment The adapter cable to be used on these vehicles is supplied with the tool This cable is labeled...

Page 18: ...made it a standard for all cars light trucks APVs MPVs and SUVs sold in the U S Codes not reserved by the SAE are reserved for the manufacturer and referred to as Manufacturer Specific Example P0101...

Page 19: ...ton Book Company Chilton Way Radnor PA 19089 Haynes Publications 861 Lawrence Drive Newbury Park CA 91320 Cordura Publications Mitchell Manuals Inc Post Office Box 26260 San Diego CA 92126 Motor st Au...

Page 20: ...Getting Started 1 10 1 Getting Started Notes...

Page 21: ...connection LCD Display 4 line x 20 character 3 key accesses the Help function 7 5 7 arrows Select responses and moves cursor 5 21 2 key turns power ON OFF when not connected to vehicle 17 5 key selec...

Page 22: ...P9131 Ford MECS cable kit Optional Optional CP9119 RS232 Adapter Optional Optional Optional Replacement Parts are available from the following dealer where you originally purchased your tool manufactu...

Page 23: ...tored for long periods remove the batteries to prevent electrolyte leakage from damaging the battery compartment To conserve the battery the scan tool turns Off after 2 minutes Vehicle Power When usin...

Page 24: ...lay or move the cursor to a selectable item Press the 17 5 key to select the function or item To return to previous screens press the key This information can be viewed on the tool by pressing the 3 k...

Page 25: ...the inside of the front cover Vehicle Selection When the tool powers up the Key Button Help screen is followed by a Main Menu screen Pick Vehicle Diagnosis to begin Vehicle Selection If there is a pr...

Page 26: ...is visible from outside the vehicle by looking through the base of the front windshield at the top of the dashboard on the driver s side Because manufacturers use different VIN schemes the tool will...

Page 27: ...ns the emission system After a specific amount of drive time depending on vehicle the computer s monitors will decide if the vehicles emission system is working correctly or not When the monitors reco...

Page 28: ...connector is not located under driver side of dashboard a label should tell location of connector 2 Place key in ignition and start vehicle 3 Using UP or DOWN arrows on Scan Tool select I M Readiness...

Page 29: ...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 Oxy...

Page 30: ...computer to store a code in memory If the fault 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...

Page 31: ...ts are present In addition to clearing DTCs the Erase Codes function may also erase Freeze Frame and I M Readiness test results Select Erase Codes and press the 17 5 key A message appears asking if yo...

Page 32: ...lect Display Data to view the PIDs or Change Display Set to change the number of lines displayed on the screen Selecting fewer lines provides faster update rates The default is four lines Press 17 5 t...

Page 33: ...information is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of a fault This data can be overwritten by faults with a higher priority If codes were erased then freeze frame data may not be stored...

Page 34: ...tery power can be used Select Review Data from the OBDII Function List and press 17 5 In the Review Data screen use the 83 2 1 arrow keys to select and press 17 5 If data does not exist for the functi...

Page 35: ...s the PCM was able to differentiate them The tool automatically displays the type of codes that pertain to the vehicle under test The DTC types are defined as follows History Codes intermittent codes...

Page 36: ...hen verify no new codes have been stored If DTCs return the problem has not been corrected or other faults are present Some codes can only be removed by repairing the faults that caused them Therefore...

Page 37: ...learn various functions Vehicle performance may be noticeably different until this is accomplished This is a temporary situation and is normal The learning process takes place during warm engine drivi...

Page 38: ...function allows you to review the Read Codes data Select Review Data and press 17 5 Codes will be noted as History or Current Use 83 2 1 arrow keys if more than one DTC exists Press to return to the...

Page 39: ...ult to know exactly which GM vehicles use the Field Service mode It is possible to have the Field Service mode function on the Function List and it not be applicable If Check Engine light operates the...

Page 40: ...inals The Idle Air Control IAC valve is fully seated to the zero position by the PCM The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR solenoid is energized for 25 seconds KOER Procedure With the engine running the F...

Page 41: ...ates the KOEO Key On Engine Off and Continuous Memory self tests which retrieves KOEO and Continuous Memory DTCs from the PCM KOEO DTCs are transmitted through the PCM data link when a trouble conditi...

Page 42: ...the following system components On and Off Electric radiator cooling fan Fuel pump Check engine light or Malfunction Indicator Light MIL slow codes only Idle speed control solenoid After performing th...

Page 43: ...data stream This function also performs a Computed Timing Check for EEC IV vehicles manufactured from 1984 through 1991 The DTCs are transmitted in two formats which transmit the same information Slow...

Page 44: ...The following actions do not apply to MECS vehicles For a 7 3L Diesel depress the throttle until test is done If Applicable set Octane Switch To Premium The tool will prompt the user to Work Steering...

Page 45: ...to the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions For 2 3L dual plug engines use exhaust side plug Refer to ignition system section in vehicle service manual for specific instructions...

Page 46: ...the KOEO and KOER tests are stored in the Scan Tool s memory This is a safeguard to make sure that all codes have been viewed Select Review Codes from the Ford Function List and press 17 5 to display...

Page 47: ...EC IV Erase Codes Select Erase Codes from the Ford Function List and press 17 5 Press 17 5 after each message Follow all instructions on the display 1 Turn Ign Key Off 2 Transmission In Park Or Neutra...

Page 48: ...ult is present If the problem is fixed or goes away the tone and message goes away Refer to the applicable vehicle service manual for circuits that can be tested If the Audio Alert was turned off in t...

Page 49: ...cuit according to the above instructions If a fault is detected the tool will beep and display a FAULT PRESENT message A DTC s will be stored in the PCM and in the tool When done press to return to th...

Page 50: ...or tool keys during this time until the next screen appears Depress the accelerator pedal fully to turn ON relays and solenoids Do the same to turn them OFF This can be repeated as many times as requ...

Page 51: ...each cylinder and measures the RPM drop The PCM then calculates variations between cylinders thus identifying the weak ones Exhaust gases are harmful or lethal Always operate vehicle in a well ventil...

Page 52: ...Record them and make repairs before repeating the Cyl Balance Test In the next step Do Not touch any vehicle or tool keys while the test is running Allow engine to idle Engine speed may drop or become...

Page 53: ...rol system on EEC IV vehicles It is controlled by the PCM and contains a dedicated network of sensors switches and actuators Both KOEO and KOER Codes exist for this test The tool provides the ability...

Page 54: ...nu and press 17 5 To retrieve codes follow the instructions on the tool screen as follows 1 Set Parking Brake 2 Put Transmission In Park Or Neutral 3 Turn A C Off 4 Start Engine Let Idle Until Hot 5 T...

Page 55: ...ible controllers installed in the vehicle STAR Test Mode functions largely the same way and serves the same purpose as running KOEO and KOER tests It is generally used as a last resort to check for DT...

Page 56: ...t HIGH short pause occurs between digits A long HIGH long pause occurs between codes There is no flash for the digit 0 zero After all codes are sent the series will repeat once and then stop An exampl...

Page 57: ...select YES to try again If the problem still exists refer to Error Messages on page 7 3 READ CODES The Read Codes function enables the tool to retrieve and display any specific emission related Diagno...

Page 58: ...ysler MIL code 3 digit and SAE code 5 digit follow on the first line There may be times where only one or both display Dashes display if the DTC type does not exist When done press to return to the Ch...

Page 59: ...engine After servicing the vehicle erase the stored DTCs perform a road test and then verify no new codes have been stored If DTCs return the problem has not been corrected or other faults are presen...

Page 60: ...ake 2 Turn Key On Engine Off or Running 3 Put Transmission In Park Or Neutral Press 17 5 when done Keep hands and Tools away from fan and engine during test The Select Data To View menu displays Selec...

Page 61: ...ress 17 5 Select a switch to be tested from the list and press 17 5 To test a switch press the switch and check the tool display If the switch is available for testing the tool displays the current st...

Page 62: ...fuel injectors unless it is required by the vehicle service manual Be sure to reconnect all lines when testing is complete Gasoline leaking onto hot engine and exhaust parts can cause fire or other h...

Page 63: ...ne and let idle Keep hands and Tools away from fan and engine during test Carbon monoxide CO and other vehicle emissions are harmful or fatal to personnel Always operate vehicle in a well ventilated a...

Page 64: ...allows you to review the information stored in the Scan Tool s memory The scan tool does not require power from the vehicle to perform this function Internal battery power can be used Select Review D...

Page 65: ...eens associated with a function of the Function List Some messages are longer than one screen Use the 83 2 1 arrow keys to scroll through the screens To exit On Line Help and return to the original sc...

Page 66: ...y the pins are clean and fully seated in the DLC At least 8 0V must be present between the power and ground pins to power the computer module s and communicate Use the following flowchart to troublesh...

Page 67: ...nt a good electrical connection Verify that the vehicle you are testing is an OBD II compliant vehicle Just because it has the OBD II J1962 DLC does not mean the vehicle is OBD II compliant Inspect th...

Page 68: ...2 Remove the battery cover screw 3 Slide the battery cover off 4 Remove discharged batteries and properly discard 5 Install new battery 6 Slide battery cover on 7 Install screw do not overtighten TOO...

Page 69: ...Select Keyboard Test from the Tool Self Test menu to display the Keyboard Test screen When you press a the key name or scroll direction should appear on the display For example if you press the 17 5 k...

Page 70: ...minutes to complete If no problems were detected then a MEMORY TEST PASSED message displays on the screen If a problem was detected then a MEMORY TEST FAILED message and the software identification SW...

Page 71: ...95 ALDL Century 2 2L 4 LN2 95 ALDL 3 1L M L82 94 95 ALDL Concours 4 6L OHC Y 9 LD8 L37 94 95 ALDL 4 9L SFI B L26 94 ALDL Corvette 5 7L OHC ZR 1 J LT5 94 95 OBD II 5 7L PFI SFI P LT1 94 95 OBD II Cutl...

Page 72: ...3L PFI DOHC D LD2 95 OBD II 94 95 GM Light Trucks Vans Make Model Code RPO Engine Year DLC C Series 4x2 K series 4x4 Conventional Cab Pickup Sierra Blazer Suburban Yukon Tahoe Z LB4 4 3L TBI 94 95 AL...

Page 73: ...series 4x2 T series 4x4 Small Conventional Cab Blazer Bravada Jimmy Pickup Sonoma 4 LN2 2 2L MFI 94 95 OBD II W L35 4 3L CPI 94 95 ALDL OBD II Z LB4 4 3L TBI 94 95 ALDL OBD II U X series 4x2 All Purpo...

Page 74: ...w instrument panel to right of steering wheel Escort XR3i Lynx EXP LN7 1 6L 1 6L Turbo 1 9L EEC IV EEC IV 84 90 91 95 Right fender apron near firewall and shock tower Engine compartment left rear corn...

Page 75: ...r Right rear corner of engine compartment Tempo Topaz 2 3L HSC 2 3L HSO 3 0L EEC IV 84 92 93 94 Right rear corner of engine compartment Left strut tower Thunderbird 2 3L 2 3L T 3 8L 3 8L SC 5 0L 5 0L...

Page 76: ...compartment 5 8L 8500 GVW EEC IV 96 98 Left rear of engine compartment 7 0L EEC IV 91 96 Left rear of engine compartment 7 0L 14 000 GVW EEC IV 97 98 Left rear of engine compartment 7 5L W Fed Emiss E...

Page 77: ...95 ALL LH Right of steering column under dash Dakota 91 ALL SCI Engine compartment right corner of firewall Daytona 89 93 ALL SCI At front of left shock strut tower Dynasty 89 93 ALL SCI Front of lef...

Page 78: ...of steering column Shadow Sundance 89 95 ALL SCI Front of left shock strut tower near SBEC PCM Spirit 89 95 ALL SCI Front of left shock strut tower near SBEC PCM Stealth 94 95 ALL OBD II Under left s...

Page 79: ...A 9 Data Link Connectors A Data Link Connector Notes...

Page 80: ...Data Link Connectors A 10 A Data Link Connector Notes...

Page 81: ...into the air cleaner assembly or sent to the catalytic converter APP Acceleration Pedal Position Sensor ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation Bank 1 The standard way of referring to the bank of cylinders...

Page 82: ...hicle s PCM to the data connector DEPS Digital Engine Position Sensor Detonation See Knock DI DIS Direct Ignition Distributorless Ignition System A system that produces the ignition spark without the...

Page 83: ...tor control HO2S Heated Oxygen Sensor See O2S HVAC Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System I M Inspection and Maintenance An emission control program IAC Idle Air Control A device mounted on the t...

Page 84: ...es a temperature of approximately 349 C 660 F O2 sensors are usually found both upstream and downstream of the catalytic converter The PCM uses these sensors to fine tune the air fuel ratio and to mon...

Page 85: ...ons Per Minute SAE Society of Automotive Engineers Scan Tool A device that interfaces with and communicates information on a data link SDM Sensing and Diagnostic Module Sensor 1 A standard term used t...

Page 86: ...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 87: ...B 7 Glossary B Glossary Notes...

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