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(As of 12/2005, Left hand steering have been selected)   

 

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(167.031 A 150 has been selected and the communication screen shows)   

Summary of Contents for MaxiDAS 708

Page 1: ...mical electrical fires nearby z Put the transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission and make sure the parking brake is engaged z Refer to the user s manual for the vehicle being serviced and adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions Otherwise personal injury or unneeded repairs may result z DO NOT mount the MaxiDAS in a position which can obstruct t...

Page 2: ...urning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for h...

Page 3: ...ide the description for the screen which might appear on the scan tool Example Possible 1 For some of the vehicle identify vehicle process is not needed Component test screen appear at this stage already and allows you to perform the component test Possible 2 For the others continue selecting the vehicle from the scan tool is needed To identify the vehicle you may need to complete a series of sele...

Page 4: ... which used as an example in the chapter Example Chapter 5 Auto Scan HONDA Note The chapters show in this manual are only the possible options During testing only the options available for the vehicle and ECU being tested will appear on screen of the scan tool 9 Indicates those vehicles who are able to use the specially function show in the following chapter Chapter 12 On Board Mon Test OBDII ...

Page 5: ...hese data assists the engineer in updating the MaxiDAS 708 Software Refer to Notice the followings about the MaxiDAS Screen Icon on Page 5 for details Snapshot Used to return to the main menu of the MaxiDAS Home Page Allows you to save the picture of current screen to the memory card WIFI The shortcut that allows you to change the internet setting it is also a Signal Strength icon shows your curre...

Page 6: ...vehicle is being scan The error report will be sent to the technical support center automatically The engineer will try to solve the problem and get back to you within 48 hours with the update function You can finally upgrade your MaxiDAS 708 Note The following picture shows the process of the data logging 1 Click the Data logging button from the toolbar 2 The following dialog box shows 3 Click th...

Page 7: ...with stylus to relocate 2 Use the keyboard to fill in the dialog box with all the information as desired Press UP Down button to change value Press Left Right button to change character Press To view help information on the screen or to exit help menu 3 Select OK to finish and close the Dialog Box Note The new item now appears on the list and is highlighted Drop down dialog box Optionally use the ...

Page 8: ...ll find a screen lists all available vehicle manufacturers These Items are shown in the order in which they were entered For example the vehicle manufacturer you choose more often will display in the front while those which used less or never used will be displayed at the end ...

Page 9: ...updating printing and data logging and brings the internet resource of your choice at your fingertips 5 ON OFF Button Powers on off the diagnostic tool Note The scan tool will not turn off automatically it stays on until you turn it off 6 LED Indicators The three light emitting diodes indicate certain system conditions Communication LED Green LED light in middle shows when the unit is in service W...

Page 10: ...is used for typing and selecting To calibrating Touch Screen refer to chapter 7 8 Calibrating Touch Screen 9 Stand The built in metal stand allows the unit to rest for hands free viewing when extended It is attached to the back of the scan tool and can be secured to the back again unit when not in use 10 Handgrip The handgrips are attached to both sides of the MaxiDAS unit Hold the handgrips to st...

Page 11: ...mum of 4 Gigabytes storage Note Do not remove the memory card while the unit is in service 14 DLC Cables The DLC Data Link Connector Cable is used to connect between the scan tool and vehicle s DLC Numbers of cables are provided select the appropriate one for the vehicle being tested An optional extension cable may also be used 15 AC Power Supply The AC power supply and power cord 12V and 3 33A is...

Page 12: ...hat appear to access to the function test The diagnostic functions varies depend on the type of vehicle 9 Auto Scan HONDA Chapter 5 9 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Chapter6 9 Live Data OBDII Chapter 7 9 Freeze Frame Chapter 8 9 Component Test OBDII Only Chapter 9 9 I M Readiness OBDII Only Chapter10 9 O2 Mon Test O2 Monitor Test OBDII Only Chapter11 9 On Board Mon Test OBDII Only Chapter 12 Playback Th...

Page 13: ...the card slot Step 2 Connect the Hardware Model Power Supply To provide power to this unit use an external power supply or simply connect this unit to a vehicle with a communication cable Press the power button once and wait until the system boots up After a brief moment the MaxiDAS Diagnostic Platform displays and the tool is now ready to operate See Chapter 4 on page 10 to assist you to find the...

Page 14: ...nction test The diagnostic functions may include any of the followings 9 Auto Scan HONDA Chapter 5 9 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Chapter6 9 Live Data OBDII Chapter 7 9 Freeze Frame Chapter 8 9 Component Test OBDII Only Chapter 9 9 I M Readiness OBDII Only Chapter10 9 O2 Mon Test O2 Monitor Test OBDII Only Chapter11 9 On Board Mon Test OBDII Only Chapter 12 9 Vehicle Info Chapter 13 9 DTC Lookup Chapt...

Page 15: ...the driver side door and steering column area 3 Underneath dashboard between the steering column area and the center console 4 Dashboard instrument gauge area between the steering column and center console 5 Dashboard instrument gauge area between the driver side door and steering column 6 Center console vertical surface i e near radio and climate controls left of on vehicle centerline 7 Center co...

Page 16: ...gorized into three groups according to the locations USA European or Asian 2 Press the manufacturer key to enter a new screen A dialog box pops up shows the loading process wait until compete Possible 1 For some of the vehicle identify vehicle process is not needed Component test screen appear at this stage already and allows you to perform the component test Possible 2 For the others continue sel...

Page 17: ...17 As of 12 2005 Left hand steering have been selected Sedan and Gasoline have been selected 167 031 A 150 has been selected and the communication screen shows ...

Page 18: ... Select the Vehicle ID from the list Note This option is only available to those which have Auto Scan function refer to Chapter 5 Auto Scan HONDA on Page 23 for how to establish a vehicle record access 3 The following screen displays and asks for your confirmation click Yes to select or click No to exit 4 The following screen shows the communication status ...

Page 19: ...the dialog box with all the information as desired 3 Select OK to finish and close the dialog box Optionally use the drop down dialog box to find the vehicle if the previous recode is available Option 3 Select by OBD II Quick Test OBDII EOBD is used to provide a quick test for the users in this section the vehicle can be tested directly without completing the vehicle identification process ...

Page 20: ...DataStream Snapshots that were automatically recorded by the ECU when one or more DTCs occurred By viewing the actual data values from the time of a fault you may be able to determine what caused the fault For details refer to Chapter 8 on page 9 Component Test The Component Test function allows initiating a leak test for the vehicle s EVAP system The scan tool itself does not perform the leak tes...

Page 21: ...ieval of Vehicle Identification No VIN Calibration ID Nos CINs Calibration Verification Nos CVNs and In use Performance Tracking on 2000 and newer vehicles that support Mode To see the details refer to Chapter 13 on page 9 DTC Lookup DTC Lookup function is used to search definitions of DTC stored in built in DTC library To search the DTC by the Lookup function refer to Chapter 14 on page 9 Playbac...

Page 22: ...h the data Data Logging See in Chapter on Page for details Exit Click to Exit The system may ask for you confirmation Click Yes to exit or click NO to stay in the current screen Delete Click to delete The system may ask for your confirmation Click Yes to delete or click NO to exit the dialog box OK Click OK to continue and enter to the next screen Pause Temporarily stops the live data readings and...

Page 23: ...ion The system location is displays on top of the screen to assist you to identify the component location Progress Bar The progress Bar shows the scanning progress Components Items below the Progress bar indicate the components are being scanned 4 Toolbar Function Notice the followings about the Auto Scan toolbar 9 To save the vehicle recorder 1 Click 2 The following screen shows ...

Page 24: ...orresponding function key on the virtual keyboard 4 Click OK to save or click cancel to exit without saving Congratulation You can now indentify this vehicle from the vehicle record Refer to Chapter 4 Scan Diagnostics Applications Step 2 Option 2 on page 15 9 To Quick Erase the DTC from the vehicle and ECU being tested 1 Click Quick Erase button and the following screens show one after another 2 T...

Page 25: ...25 9 Data Logging ...

Page 26: ...splays and indicates the progress of the scanning The list of items below is the report of the test result for the ECU being tested indicates the Trouble Codes in your vehicle Indicates no fault found in the ECU and indicates the ECU items which is being tested Note Those which control units cannot be found in the ECU will not stay in the summary report Step3 Do one of the followings to check the ...

Page 27: ...wish to view and then click OK button Option 2 1 Wait until the scanning process complete 2 Highlight the fault and then click OK Notice the followings about the Auto Scan Report screen 9 To see the trouble codes 1 Click the Display DTC button 2 High the items You wish to see and click Help to view the details ...

Page 28: ...4 The screen below shows and indicates the communication process wait until complete Step5 One of the following screens show once the communication process complete Possible 1 The screen below display a report of the test result ...

Page 29: ...apter on Page for the possible options for the test function Possible 2 The following screen indicates no DTC found during the scanning process Refer to on Page to check the connection between the scan tool and ECU Click Esc to exit the Auto Scan screen or click Save to save the current screen ...

Page 30: ...Refer to the Chapter and Page numbers given for the specific procedures 9 Auto Scan Chapter 5 9 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Chapter 6 9 Live Data Chapter 7 9 Freeze Frame Chapter 8 9 Component Test Chapter 9 9 I M Readiness Chapter 10 9 O2 Mon Test O2 Monitor Test Chapter 11 9 On Board Mon Test Chapter 12 9 Vehicle Info Chapter 13 9 DTC Lookup Chapter 14 9 Playback Chapter 15 ...

Page 31: ... include any of the followings MIL status shows you the status of the Malfunction Indicator Light Monitors N A are those not available on the current vehicle Monitors OK shows the emissions monitors which have completed the test Monitors INC shows the emissions monitors which have not completed the test yet Since this is a live screen which continuously updates the vehicle can be driven until the ...

Page 32: ...ed during the current or last driving cycle but are not considered serious yet Pending Codes will not turn on the Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL If the fault does not occur within a certain number of warm up cycles the code will be cleared from memory Note Reading Codes can be done with the key on engine off KOEO or with the key on engine running KOER 1 Stored Codes To read the Stored Codes 1 Clic...

Page 33: ...le codes found OBDII 1 Click the OK button or wait for a few second to enter to the Diagnostic Menu screen 2 Select the vehicle by the manufacture 3 Once the vehicle manufactory is selected the Trouble Codes screen shows As the screen shown for Possible 1 VOLVO ...

Page 34: ... the following screen displays 1 Read Trouble Codes from the screen below Note If more than one Trouble Codes is found use the Pg Up Pg Down or scroll button to view all the codes as needed 2 The following screen displays if there is no Diagnostic Trouble Codes present 2 Click the OK button to return to the Read Codes screen ...

Page 35: ... once you confirm to erase Trouble Codes Free Frame data PIDs are information used to help the technician verify the condition at the time a fault is set Further the I M Readiness Monitor Status for all vehicle monitors is reset to INC Incomplete status 2 A dialog box shows asking for your confirmation 3 Select Yes to proceed with erasing codes or select No to exit without deleting ...

Page 36: ...w live data select the Live Data 2 Wait a few seconds while scanning 3 The following dialog box shows and asks you to choose between Complete List and Custom List Note The screen shown above is only examples that show the possible option During testing only the options available for the vehicle and ECM being tested will appear on this screen ...

Page 37: ...ormat Text Graph Graph merge analog as you desired Text Click Text to show the data list only Note use the Pg Up Pg Down or scroll button to view all the codes as needed Graph The Graph view lets you view data in graph format You can view up to four graphs at a time according to the option selected from the Scanner toolbar To view the parameter in graph format 1 Select Graph ...

Page 38: ...the four graphs will display Note that you must enter the different parameters in each of the dialog box Notice the followings about the Graph screen z Click to stop Press the button to continue Note You can stop and start the live readings at anytime When you stop the readings the data freeze on the screen The button appears when you press Pause z Click to view two graphs at a time ...

Page 39: ...iew select the desired item from the pull down dialog box z To view four graphs at a time again click Graph merge The graphical output allows the user to evaluate and compare the parameter Graphed logs can be evaluated for trends and compared for cause and effect determination Select Graph merge to show the parameter in one graph 1 Select the data to be graphed from each of the pull down dialog bo...

Page 40: ...s the value of the parameter you have entered in the left dialog box and so does the number in the upper left corner The right y coordinate shows the value of the parameter you have enter in the right dialog box and so does the number in the upper right corner 3 Click to stop and stay in current Press the button to continue ...

Page 41: ...a as provided to the ECU in real time You can display two gauges at a time on the screen to display the data as Analog gauge 1 Select the Analog from the toolbar 2 Click the button and highlight the parameter you wish you view Note The dialog box shows a list of possible selections 3 Click to stop and press the button to continue ...

Page 42: ...2 Custom List To view the Custom Data Set 1 Click the Custom List button and the screen shows as below 2 Tick the box to select the item you wish to customize 3 Click the button to select all of the items ...

Page 43: ...43 4 Click the button to deselect all marked items Note use the Pg Up Pg Down or scroll button to view all the codes as needed The live data display changes accordingly after customized ...

Page 44: ...By viewing the actual data values from the time of a fault you may be able to determine what caused the fault To view the Freeze Frame 1 Click the Freeze Frame button from the menu and the following screen shows 2 Or the advisory message shows if there is no freeze frame data available PP Note use the Pg Up Pg Down or scroll button to view all the codes as needed ...

Page 45: ...facturers might have different criteria and methods for stopping the test once it has been started Before starting the Component Test refer to the vehicle service manual for instructions to stop the test To perform a component test 1 Highlight the Component Test 2 Wait a few seconds while the scan tool validates the PID MAP 3 Select the test to be initiated from the Component Test menu 4 A confirm...

Page 46: ... M Readiness 1 Click the I M Readiness button 2 Wait until the Since DTCs cleared Screen shows N A are those not available on the current vehicle OK shows the readiness which complete the test INC shows the readiness which has not completed the test yet ...

Page 47: ... saved in the on boards computer s memory The O2 Monitor Test function allows retrieval and viewing of O2 sensor monitor test results for the most recently performed tests from the vehicle s on board computer The O2 Monitor Test function is not supported by vehicles which communicate using a controller area network CAN For O2 Monitor Test results of CAN equipped vehicles To perform O2 Mon Test 1 C...

Page 48: ...at are not continuously monitored The On Board Monitor Test for CAN equipped vehicles retrieves and displays test results for emission related powertrain components and systems that are and are not continuously monitored Test and component IDs are determined by the vehicle manufacturer To perform On Board Mon test 1 Click the On Board Mon test Button and the screen shows 2 Select the data you wish...

Page 49: ...cation No VIN Calibration ID Nos CINs Calibration Verification Nos CVNs and In use Performance Tracking on 2000 and newer vehicles that support Mode To view the vehicle Info 1 Click the Vehicle Info button the following screen shows and indicates you to turn the key with engine off ...

Page 50: ...ibration ID To see the retrieved vehicle information 1 Highlight the Calibration ID It needs a few seconds to process to the calibration ID screen 2 Click Calibration ID A dialog box pops up 3 Click OK to exit ...

Page 51: ...n 2 The following screen indicates the selected mode is not supported Modules Present The Modules Present function allows viewing of the module IDs and communication protocols for OBD II modules in the vehicle To use the modules present function 1 Highlight the Modules Present button ...

Page 52: ...52 2 View modules present with their communication protocols and IDs ...

Page 53: ...ookup button and DTC Lookup screen displays 2 Entering the DTC number you wish to view by the virtual keyboard and then click OK Note Only P C B U can be the first letter to be put in and only 0 9 a f A F for the rest 3 Optionally highlight the DTC number from the pull down dialog box if there is a previous record and then click OK 4 One of the following screen displays ...

Page 54: ...54 Possible 1 The Trouble Codes screen displays Possible 2 For manufacturer specific codes you will need to select a vehicle make on an additional screen to look for DTC definitions ...

Page 55: ...55 5 One of the followings may show Possible 1 Possible 2 If definition could not be found SAE or Manufacturer Specific ...

Page 56: ...s you copy saved data files to and from a portable USB driver for either temporary or permanent storage To playback saved data files 1 Make sure the Maxidas is connected to a power supply Note It is not necessary to connect the Maxidas to a vehicle while playing back saved data files 2 Open Return to the main menu of the Maxidas 3 Select the Playback function wait for the data screen to appear 4 F...

Page 57: ...scroll bar If necessary use the Print button to print the detailed data files When the data files display on screen in form of data stream click the Play Pause button to view the whole progress of the data stream You can also click the exact position on the progress bar to control it 5 When you finish viewing the data files click the Esc button to return to the previous screens Note When entering ...

Page 58: ...58 Chapter 16 Update Printing Update Printing ...

Page 59: ...tworks the BSSID is the MAC Medium Access Control address of the AP Access Point and in independent BSS or ad hoc networks the BSSID is generated randomly Tx Rate Transmit Rate A rate at which packets are sent from your MaxiDAS DS708 i e how many per second IP address An Internet Protocol IP address is a numerical identification and logical address that is assigned to devices participating in a ne...

Page 60: ...ID 2 BSSID 3 Channel 4 Tx Rate 5 Strength 6 MAC address 7 IP address Note You can click and wait for several seconds to get the newest information 2 Config The Config tab displays two columns Preferred Networks and Active Networks The Active Networks contain all the networks can be detected by MaxiDAS DS708 The Preferred Networks list the networks that were successfully connected the last time you...

Page 61: ...e Networks SSID Signal WEP Channel and BSSID MAC address Use the scroll bar to view the remaining information which cannot be displayed at one time Between the two columns there are two command buttons Use the button to refresh available networks Use the button to get the network you select connected Click it and a dialog box appears ...

Page 62: ... equipped devices within a group is able to connect with each other as an independent wireless lan without the use of an access point Each station within this ad hoc network has to define the same network name In Authentication tab select the type of authentication There are seven options Open Shared Auto Switch WPA WPA PSK WPA2 WPA2 PSK Determine whether to enable encryption and network access wi...

Page 63: ...works area for a few seconds a menu pops up You can add a new network into the list edit or delete the existing network and change the order of the networks listed 3 IP Info The IP Info tab shows the following information of the Internet Protocol your MaxiDAS DS708 is connecting ...

Page 64: ...connected to the network If it cannot connect to a particular host the problem is either with the network configuration or that host Contact your network administrator for assistance If the ping command does not get a response continue B Attempt to connect to another host on the same subnet as the system If the ping command can connect to a host on the same subnet but cannot connect to a host on a...

Page 65: ...n the IP address Host Name select the reply timeout ms and maximum hops determine whether to resolve target name The difference between ping and trace is that ping can only tell you whether the network is connected and trace can tell you where something is wrong if the network is not connected 4 Use the Config command to set the IP address ...

Page 66: ...ess Subnet mask Default gateway DNS and WINS Click to save your configuration and exit 4 Advanced In Advanced tab you are allowed to select the Power Save Mode for the WLan on your MaxiDAS DS708 PSM Power Save Mode allows the MaxiDAS DS708 to switch its Wi Fi radio on and off several times a second to save power There are three options available in the drop down menu ...

Page 67: ...o make it effective Press or on the right upper side to exit the menu 5 Enroll The Enroll tab allows you to enter and save the user name password server there so that you do not need to input them every time However if you don t have the user name and password or it is not required by the WLan settings it is not necessary to enroll here 6 About The About tab shows the information of both version a...

Page 68: ...68 Downside area displays supplier information of the Wi Fi module ...

Page 69: ...oadcasting its SSID or broadcasting an SSID of NULL Configuring hidden wireless network is used as a security measure to prevent malicious users from detecting and attempting a connection to a wireless network Press the blank area under preferred networks column with the stylus and hold for a few seconds and then click on New command in the popping up menu In the next window enter SSID and its des...

Page 70: ...s being received and dispersed in an appropriate manner z Check to make sure there is no signal interference z Microwave ovens cordless telephones and some medical or scientific instruments can create interference that may prevent your from connecting to Wi Fi local network If you are near one of these items please relocate and try connecting again z Check to make sure you select the correct authe...

Page 71: ...Date Time for your MaxiDAS 1 Select Setup Help from the main menu and click the Date Time button the dialog box shows 2 Highlight the hour minutes and seconds separately to change for Time setting 3 Highlight the Date to set the date month and year 4 Select Date Format to change the format of the date you set 5 Click OK to save or click cancel to exit without saving changes Language Languages incl...

Page 72: ...up Help button and select the Touch 2 A new platform shows carefully press and briefly hold stylus on the center of the target repeat as the target moves around the screen 3 When the process ended press the button in the upper right hand corner to save If you do not want to save the change simply wait without any button pressed for 30 seconds Important Use the supplied stylus or plastic tipped pen...

Page 73: ...side It will be useful on the next step 3 Start up the client software of VNC Viewer in your computer Fill in Server box with Wireless IP Information you saw on the former step And then click OK Note If you select Require Password on step 2 you will be required to enter the password you set before in a password box 4 The MaxiDAS 708 and computer are now synchronized About The About shows the MaxiD...

Page 74: ... current screen It can help you to save the data you want to record This capture function is available when the capture icon shows on top of the screen Simply click the icon to capture the image By default setting images are usually given a numerical name and saved to a dedicated folder To be continued ...

Page 75: ... the vehicle or the Maxidas not covered by warranty Also exit the diagnostic program before powering off the Maxidas To power off the Maxidas 1 Open Return to the main menu of the Maxidas 2 Select the Power off function 3 Click OK in the dialog box While click Cancel to continue testing Note Press and hold the power button on top of the MaxiDAS for 3 seconds for emergency power off ...

Page 76: ...f the MaxiDAS Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you 3 All information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication and no warranty can be made for its accuracy or completeness Autel reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice 4 The sole responsibility of Au...

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