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Introduction

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Introduction

The Autodiagnos Multi-Tester Pro is a hand-held serial diagnostic tool for carrying out 
fault finding on Electronic Control Units (ECUs) fitted to cars and light commercial 
vehicles.

The equipment has been designed to be quick and easy to use whilst still offering the 
in-depth functionality required to diagnose and service today’s modern vehicle control 
systems.

Summary of Contents for MULTI TESTER PRO

Page 1: ...MULTI TESTER PRO User manual A37MAN I318495 Iss1 ...

Page 2: ...Part Number A37MAN EN Issue 1 Autodiagnos 2009 Multi Tester Pro User Manual Part Number A37MAN EN Issue 1 Autodiagnos 2009 ...

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Page 4: ...tware updates Website 13 Snapshot Reader Installation 14 Using Multi Tester Pro Getting familiar with Multi Tester Pro 15 Connection points 15 Display and keys 16 Typical screen layout 17 Keypad operation 18 Connections 19 Cable Quick Guide Chart 20 Display and Keys 21 Communicate 21 Functionality Overview 22 Monitor list 24 Actuators 25 Reset adaptation values 26 Self Test 26 Module Synchronisati...

Page 5: ...Contents ii Support Services Product Support 30 Technical Information 30 Training 31 Autodiagnos Website 31 Contact Details Addresses 32 Parts list 33 ...

Page 6: ... wholly or partly reproduced copied or duplicated by any means nor may it be stored in an information retrieval system except for personal use without written permission from Autodiagnos Nor may the contents be divulged to any third party or used in any unauthorised manner Any breach of these stipulations may lead to legal action Introduction The Autodiagnos Multi Tester Pro is a hand held serial ...

Page 7: ...cations and customer licence information to be updated when required It is recommended that this software is installed immediately by following these steps Note Do not connect the Multi Cartridge until advised 1 Insert the CD into the drive it should auto run and display the Autodiagnos window 2 Press the Multi Cartridge button Follow the on screen prompts to install the Multi Cartridge Manager so...

Page 8: ...nstallation 1 Once the Multi Cartridge Manager installation is complete connect the Multi Cartridge to a USB port on the PC Windows will detect a new device and display the installation wizard Select No not this time and press Next to continue ...

Page 9: ...utomatically and press Next Windows will install the USB driver from the CD 3 If a warning message saying that the driver has not passed Windows Logo testing is displayed press Continue anyway 4 The Multi Cartridge Manager software is now ready to use ...

Page 10: ...artridge Manager software but no Found New Hardware message has appeared then the following procedure will update the driver Note This procedure must be repeated for each USB port to which the Multi Cartridge is connected 1 Ensure the latest Autodiagnos CD is in the CD drive and the Multi Cartridge is connected to the PC ...

Page 11: ...e the driver used for the Multi Cartridge press the right mouse button on My Computer which can be found either on the desktop or within the start menu select Properties then the Hardware tab followed by the Device Manager button ...

Page 12: ...Getting Started 7 3 Look for any unknown device An unknown device will normally be highlighted by either a yellow or ...

Page 13: ...idge to the PC and press the right mouse button on the unknown device Select Update Driver to display the above message box 5 Select No not this time then press the Next button 6 Select Install the software automatically then press the Next button ...

Page 14: ...Getting Started 9 7 Press Continue Anyway 8 The Multi Cartridge is now a recognised USB device The Multi Cartridge Manager software is ready to use ...

Page 15: ...e message appears repeat the Multi Cartridge Installation procedure See Multi Cartridge Driver Installation page 3 4 During the installation process the Multi Cartridge Manager connection to the cartridge may have timed out this will cause an error message to be displayed Press the Retry button to reconnect the Multi Cartridge Manager will then start as normal 5 If the following message box appear...

Page 16: ...rrent and available versions are shown against their respective applications If a later version is available a tick will automatically be placed in the Update box 2 Click the Update application button to begin updating 3 When all required applications have been updated the above message will be displayed Press the OK button to continue ...

Page 17: ...key is provided by Autodiagnos for every Multi Cartridge License keys provide the Multi Cartridge with application and subscription information 1 Press the Update License button 2 Enter the new license key in the text box 3 Press the OK button to confirm ...

Page 18: ...ns Beta versions are applications that are currently under development and test No support is offered for Beta version software Latest software applications release notes Latest Snapshot Reader application To download a software release press the required language flag to download the latest file Please ensure the CD is inserted before running the downloaded file Run the Multi Cartridge Manager a ...

Page 19: ...Getting Started 14 Snapshot Reader Installation 1 To install the software press the Install Snapshot Reader button and follow the prompts ...

Page 20: ...Using Multi Tester Pro 15 Using Multi Tester Pro Getting familiar with Multi Tester Pro Connection points 1 Connection to PC 2 Connection to vehicle serial interface AU0062 2 1 12V DC ...

Page 21: ...t with pictures and graphs Lighting switches off if no key is pressed within 5 minutes This extends life of back lighting Press any key to switch display on 2 Keypad Twelve keys Keys not used for a particular phase are inhibited 3 Cartridge Contains the program for the desired application AU0061 1 2 3 ...

Page 22: ...ayout 1 Header 2 List of menus the selected alternative is marked 3 Explanation of selected alternative 4 List of permitted keys 5 Explanation of function keys AU0069 Global ECU Test Drive Chassis Body Read DTC memory from all supported modules ...

Page 23: ...d to move between menu selections or to update groups of figures 3 Use and to move between numbers when updating figures or to scroll through long text strings 4 Press to activate the selection 5 Press to leave a function and return to the previous menu 6 Select to obtain diagnostic help information AU0063 1 2 3 4 6 5 ...

Page 24: ...hicle application list found on the CD to ensure the application is supported 2 Locate the vehicle diagnostic connector 3 Select the correct cable configuration using the quick guide chart See Cable Quick Guide Chart page 20 4 Connect the required cable s to the Multi Tester Pro 5 Insert the Multi Cartridge into the Multi Tester Pro 6 Connect to the vehicle diagnostic connector ...

Page 25: ...0 10 Mercedes Sprinter A09040001 1 BMW A0904081 1 Mercedes A0903001 2 PSA 2 A0904051 Fiat A090307 2 VW LT 35 A0904021 1 Renault A0903091 1 Landrover 1 way A0904121 1 Landrover 2 way A0903121 1 Rover A0903111 1 Ford A0903061 3 VAG 2x2 pin A0903021 1 16 pin OBD OM3000 10 Opel A0903031 1 PSA 1 A0903051 3 2 1 3 3 5 5 5 4 ...

Page 26: ... cursor between menu choices and then press ENTER In some instances there may be a choice of different Electronic Control Units ECUs under the same engine code It is important to select the correct ECU fitted to the vehicle In such cases we recommend that the ECU is physically identified before proceeding Selecting the wrong ECU could result in the Multi Tester Pro giving incorrect information or ...

Page 27: ... for more information on each DTC Additional information about the fault is then shown on the display The numerical codes can be used to look in the service literature for more information about the component or fault 1 ECU information 2 List of stored fault codes DTCs 3 Text relevant to the highlighted DTC 4 Additional DTC information 5 Function keys F1 User help F2 Erase DTCs F3 Save information...

Page 28: ...etion by pressing YES or cancel the function by pressing NO The stored DTCs will be erased from the ECU memory If the DTCs were not successfully erased the above message is displayed AU0035 AU0036 Engine Erase DTCs The stored DTC could not be erased Press ENTER to read ECU memory again AU0038 ...

Page 29: ... the cursor to select data parameter For the selected data parameter use YES to include and NO to exclude the data parameter from the list Further information on the data parameter is shown on the display L6A MM8P Select List Battery Voltage Yes Coolant Temp No Map Sensor Yes Throttle Position No Engine speed No Idle air control No O2 Sensor loop No 02 Sensor Yes EGR No Coolant Temperature Sensor ...

Page 30: ...most cases the actuators can simply be switched on and off using the YES or NO button on the Multi Tester Pro The F1 key can also be used to toggle the actuator automatically leaving the operator free to inspect the system under test AU0041 ...

Page 31: ...ay the trouble codes that have been logged during this test Module Synchronisation The Multi Tester Pro can synchronise replacement ECUs When replacing a defective ECU it may be necessary to synchronise the new ECU to other ECUs in order for it to function correctly The synchronisation procedures vary between manufacturers and ECU types and are described in detail within manufacturer s sub section...

Page 32: ...ion will be saved within the Multi Tester Pro memory Viewing Snapshots To view currently stored snapshots on the Multi Tester Pro select the View Snapshots option at the top of the main menu Note This menu option will only be available when snapshots are stored Downloading Snapshots 1 To download snapshots from the Multi Tester Pro to a PC ensure the Snapshot Reader application has been previously...

Page 33: ...lti Tester Pro 28 3 Select the View Snapshots menu then select Download Snapshots to PC 4 Start the snapshot download If required complete the Customer and Vehicle Details and then press the LOAD button AU0044 ...

Page 34: ...ts will be extracted from the Multi Tester Pro processed and displayed in your default web browser 6 The snapshot is automatically saved to a file called Snapshot html To save the snapshot it must be saved under another name Select Save from the Snapshot menu and file the new snapshot 7 To view previously saved snapshots select View from the Snapshot menu ...

Page 35: ...t product support enquiries can also contact Autodiagnos directly using the electronic Ticket system found in the contacts section of www autodiagnos com Technical Information Vehicle technical information maybe required to carry out diagnostic procedures using the Multi Tester Pro For example fault finding assistance Diagnostic Trouble Code interpretation wiring diagrams common problems specific ...

Page 36: ...s using the Multi Tester Pro and allow it to be used to its full potential Please contact your supplier for details of all available services Autodiagnos Website Visit the Support section at www autodiagnos com to keep up to date with useful information and procedural help The Support section of the website provides technical bulletins vehicle coverage list diagnostic connector locations frequentl...

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Page 38: ...es 38 to 25 pin cable A0903001 2 Mercedes Sprinter cable A0904001 1 Opel Vauxhall 10 to 16 pin cable A0903031 1 PSA 2 4 to 25 pin cable A0904051 PSA 30 to 25 pin cable A0903051 Renault 12 to 16 pin cable A0903091 1 Rover 2 way cable A0903111 1 USB snap shot cable CB9166A VAG 2x2 pin to 16 pin cable A0903021 1 VW LT35 cable A0904021 1 Miscellaneous Part Number Carry case A010508 1 Case sticker No 1...

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