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Vehicle Applications - SRS

94 MD70

GMC

Model Year Model Year

Acadia 2007-2011

Sonoma

1996-2004

C 1500

1996-2003

Safari Van

1996-2005

C 2500

1996-2003

Savana 1500

1998-2011

C 3500

1996-2003

Savana 2500

1998-2011

Canyon 2004-2011

Savana

3500

1998-2011

Envoy 1998-2000,

2002-2009

Savana 4500

2009-2011

G 1500

1996-1997

Sierra 1500

2004-2012

G 2500

1996-1997

Sierra 2500

2004-2012

G 3500

1996-1997

Sierra 3500

2004-2012

K 1500

1996-2003

Suburban

1996-2012

2500 1996-2003

Terrain 2010-2011

K 3500

1996-2003

Yukon

1996-2012

Jimmy 1996-2002

Hummer

Model Year Model Year

H2 2003-2009

H3 2006-2010

Oldsmobile

Model Year Model Year

Achieva 1996-1998

Cutlass 1997-1999

Alero 1999-2004

Intrigue

1998-2002

Aurora 1996-2003

LSS

1997-1999

Bravada 1996-2004

Silhouette

1999-2004

Pontiac

Model Year Model Year

Aztek 2001-2005

Montana

1996-2005

Bonneville 1996-2005 Montana

SV6

2005-2007, 2009

Firebird 1996-2002

Solstice 2006-2009

G3 2009

Sunfire

1996-2005

G5 2007-2009

Torrent

2006-2009

G6 2005-2010

Trans

Sport

1996-1999

G8 2008-2009

Vibe

2003-2010

Grand Am

1996-2005

Firefly (Canada)

1996-1997,
1999-2000

Grand

Prix 1996-2008 Pursuit

(Canada)

2005-2006

GTO 2004-2006

Wave

(Canada)

2006

Summary of Contents for FixAdvisor MD70

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Page 2: ...D DTCs 43 VIEWING ABS DTCs 51 VIEWING SRS DTCs 52 ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs 54 I M READINESS TESTING 55 ABOUT REPAIRSOLUTIONS 60 LIVE DATA MODE VIEWING LIVE DATA 62 CUSTOMIZING LIVE DATA P...

Page 3: ...l application for all late model cars and trucks domestic and import This sophisticated program in the vehicle s main computer system is designed to detect failures in a range of systems and can be ac...

Page 4: ...atically link to the vehicle s computer Easy To View The FixAdvisor retrieves stored codes Freeze Frame data and System Status Codes System Status and Freeze Frame data are displayed on the FixAdvisor...

Page 5: ...n engine is running many parts such as the coolant fan pulleys fan belt etc turn at high speed To avoid serious injury always be aware of moving parts Keep a safe distance from these parts as well as...

Page 6: ...rs are highly flammable To prevent an explosion keep all sparks heated items and open flames away from the battery and fuel fuel vapors DO NOT SMOKE NEAR THE VEHICLE DURING TESTING Don t wear loose cl...

Page 7: ...t be OBD2 compliant this includes all Domestic Asian and European vehicles Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles are OBD2 compliant To find out if a 1994 or 1995 vehicle is OBD2 compliant check the following 1...

Page 8: ...crew Language Selection After Battery Installation The first time the FixAdvisor is turned on you must select the desired display language English French or Spanish and unit of measurement USA or metr...

Page 9: ...the FixAdvisor is connected or not connected to a vehicle To enter the Tool Settings Menu 1 Press and release the M button The Menu displays 2 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight To...

Page 10: ...light in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER button The Display Backlight screen displays 2 Press the UP or DOWN button as necessary to select the desired backlight mode either On or Off 3 Whe...

Page 11: ...ting the Unit of Measurement 1 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Unit of Measurement in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER button 2 Press the UP or DOWN button as necessar...

Page 12: ...isplays the DTC View screen and or scrolls the LCD display to view DTCs and Freeze Frame data 4 POWER LINK button When the FixAdvisor IS NOT connected to a vehicle turns the FixAdvisor On and Off When...

Page 13: ...nostic testing and no DTCs are present 11 YELLOW LED Indicates there is a possible problem A Pending DTC is present and or some of the vehicle s emission monitors have not run their diagnostic testing...

Page 14: ...l computer Optional software is available that makes it possible to upload retrieved data to a personal computer 6 Internal Battery icon When visible indicates the FixAdvisor batteries are low and sho...

Page 15: ...ory starting with 01 This number indicates which code is currently displayed Code number 01 is always the highest priority code and the one for which Freeze Frame data has been stored If 01 is a Pendi...

Page 16: ...delivery and spark timing This made it difficult for vehicle manufacturers to meet the new standards A new Engine Control System had to be designed and integrated with the engine controls to meet the...

Page 17: ...ature sensors throttle position sensors fuel injectors etc Sensors and switches are input devices They provide signals representing current engine operating conditions to the computer Actuators are ou...

Page 18: ...he dashboard to alert the driver The indicator lights only when an emissions related problem is detected The computer also assigns a numeric code for each specific problem that it detects and stores t...

Page 19: ...he primary objective of the OBD2 system is to comply with the latest regulations and emissions standards established by CARB and the EPA The Main Objectives of the OBD2 System are To detect degraded a...

Page 20: ...ch Monitor Some Monitors only require the ignition key to be turned On for them to run and complete their diagnostic testing Others may require a set of complex procedures such as starting the vehicle...

Page 21: ...ine temperature rises at least 40 F 22 C from its temperature before starting and reaches at least 160 F 70 C The PCM uses warm up cycles as a counter to automatically erase a specific code and relate...

Page 22: ...ction of the system that is malfunctioning P 0 2 0 1 B C P U Body Chassis Powertrain Network Generic Manufacturer Specific Generic P Codes and Manufacturer Specific B C and U Codes Includes both Gener...

Page 23: ...MIL On when the failure is first found If the failure causes a severe misfire that may cause damage to the catalytic converter the MIL flashes once per second The MIL continues to flash as long as th...

Page 24: ...ure the correct operation of the various emissions related components and systems a diagnostic program was developed and installed in the vehicle s on board computer The program has several procedures...

Page 25: ...other devices that provide a signal to the computer The Monitor checks for shorts opens out of range value functionality and rationality Rationality Each input signal is compared against all other inp...

Page 26: ...e MIL is not commanded on at this time If the fault is found again on the second trip under similar conditions of engine speed load and temperature the computer commands the MIL On and the code is sav...

Page 27: ...ber To reduce the formation of Oxides of Nitrogen combustion temperatures must be kept below 2500 F The EGR system recirculates small amounts of exhaust gas back into the intake manifold where it is m...

Page 28: ...When the vehicle is operating in closed loop the computer uses the oxygen sensor signal for air fuel mixture corrections In order for the computer to enter closed loop operation the oxygen sensor mus...

Page 29: ...ods The catalytic converter must heat to operating temperature to work properly The Secondary Air System Monitor checks for component integrity and system operation and tests for faults in the system...

Page 30: ...ssure System Monitor checks for component integrity and system operation and tests for faults in the system The computer runs this Monitor once per trip The Boost Pressure System Monitor is supported...

Page 31: ...ult in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its lon...

Page 32: ...Oxygen Sensor Monitor Once per trip 1 2 1 3 trips 40 Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor Once per trip 1 2 1 3 trips 40 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Monitor Once per trip 1 2 1 3 trips 40 Evaporative Emissi...

Page 33: ...retrieve You can also provide this information to your mechanic to assist in diagnosis and help avoid costly and unnecessary repairs It is important for you to complete this form to help you and or y...

Page 34: ...TALLS No symptoms Right after starting When shifting into gear During steady speed driving Right after vehicle comes to a stop While idling During acceleration When parking IDLING CONDITIONS No sympto...

Page 35: ...ating With headlights on During acceleration Mostly driving downhill Mostly driving uphill Mostly driving level Mostly driving curvy roads Mostly driving rough roads DRIVING HABITS Mostly city driving...

Page 36: ...ected Check the air filter ducts for holes rips or cracks Make sure all engine belts are in good condition Check for cracked torn brittle loose or missing belts Make sure mechanical linkages to engine...

Page 37: ...ublish valuable repair manuals Haynes Publications 861 Lawrence Drive Newbury Park California 91320 Phone 800 442 9637 Web www haynes com Mitchell 1 14145 Danielson Street Poway California 92064 Phone...

Page 38: ...k Connector DLC See page 5 for connector location Some DLCs have a plastic cover that must be removed before connecting the FixAdvisor cable connector If the FixAdvisor is ON turn it OFF by pressing t...

Page 39: ...tocol type and establishes a communication link with the vehicle s computer 7 To select an existing vehicle use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle then press the ENT...

Page 40: ...t Transmission screen displays 13 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight the desired transmission type then press the ENTER button The Select System screen displays 14 Use the UP and DO...

Page 41: ...lable an advisory message displays Press the DTC FF button to view Freeze Frame data for the priority DTC In OBD2 systems when an emissions related engine malfunction occurs that causes a DTC to set a...

Page 42: ...ING code the PENDING icon is shown If the code being displayed is a PERMANENT code the PERMANENT icon is shown The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower sectio...

Page 43: ...ve run and completed their diagnostic testing Red LED Indicates there is a prob lem with one or more of the vehicle s systems The red LED is also used to indicate that DTC s are present dis played on...

Page 44: ...s were retrieved and you are going to perform the repairs yourself proceed by consulting the Vehicle s Service Repair Manual for testing instructions testing procedures and flow charts related to ret...

Page 45: ...tem Menu If the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was not Chrysler Jeep Ford Mazda General Motors Isuzu Honda Acura Toyota or Lexus an advisory message displays Press the SYSTE...

Page 46: ...led message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK button to continue 2 To read the display Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LC...

Page 47: ...nced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 4 above To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM button The FixAdvisor returns to the System Menu Ford Mazda OEM Enhanced DTCs Mazda Enhanced DTCs are available for...

Page 48: ...ailed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK button to continue 3 To read the display Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of...

Page 49: ...ced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 5 above To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU button The Scan Tool returns to the System Menu General Motors Isuzu OEM Enhanced DTCs When OEM Enhanced is sele...

Page 50: ...d in the vehicle s computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM button to return to the System Menu 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one...

Page 51: ...ic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when viewing enhanced DTCs In the case of long code definit...

Page 52: ...s DTCs 1 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER button A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs If t...

Page 53: ...ol s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK button again 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button i...

Page 54: ...ence of additional information Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to view the additional information The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory...

Page 55: ...computer The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definiti...

Page 56: ...n troubleshoot the problem will also be erased Erase DTCs from the computer s memory as follows When DTCs are erased from the vehicle s computer memory the I M Readiness Monitor Status program resets...

Page 57: ...the erase function is in progress If the erase was successful a confirmation message shows on the display Press the POWER LINK button to return to the DTC screen If the erase was not successful an adv...

Page 58: ...an unacceptable level The vehicle s emissions control system consists of several components or sub systems Oxygen Sensor Catalytic Converter EGR Fuel System etc that aid in reducing vehicle emissions...

Page 59: ...mog Check In addition to retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes the Scan Tool also retrieves Monitor Run Not Run status This information is very important since different areas of the state country have...

Page 60: ...od possibility that it can be certified 2 YELLOW LED Determine from the CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE page 36 which of the two possible conditions is causing the yellow LED to light If a PENDING Diagnostic...

Page 61: ...ng to perform the repairs yourself proceed by reading the vehicle service manual and following all its procedures and recommendations Take the vehicle to a professional to have it serviced The problem...

Page 62: ...and finished its diagnostic testing If after the Monitor has run the MIL on the vehicle s dash is not lit and no stored or pending codes associated with that particular Monitor are present in the veh...

Page 63: ...wser Accessing RepairSolutions 1 Link your FixAdvisor Pro to a vehicle and retrieve diagnostic data 2 Visit Matco CarScan com download and install the latest RepairSolutions software for your Scan Too...

Page 64: ...on for each sensor actuator switch or status that is supported by the vehicle under test WARNING If the vehicle must be driven in order to perform a troubleshooting procedure ALWAYS have a second pers...

Page 65: ...y to show only those PIDs you are interested in viewing See Customizing Live Data PIDs below for details You may also choose to capture record Live Data for later viewing See RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE...

Page 66: ...ntil only the PIDs you want to display have all been selected To deselect a currently selected PID highlight the PID then press the ENTER button The checkmark will be removed from the checkbox 5 When...

Page 67: ...enu displays 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Record Live Data then press the ENTER button The Record Live Data Menu displays 4 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highl...

Page 68: ...highlight Erase DTCs then press the ENTER button See ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs on page 54 8 When the Ready to Record screen displays put the engine in the operating condition that causes...

Page 69: ...n until the Main Menu displays If desired you can transfer the recorded Live Data information to a personal computer using the optional software see instructions included with the software for more in...

Page 70: ...and DOWN buttons to scroll through the available PIDs When the PID you wish to record is highlighted press the ENTER button to select it a checkmark will show in the checkbox to the right of the PID t...

Page 71: ...e Record Live Data Mode at any time by pressing and holding the M button until the Main Menu displays If desired you can transfer the recorded Live Data information to a personal computer using the op...

Page 72: ...ularities are detected follow the procedures in the vehicle s service repair manual to perform additional troubleshooting and repair When recorded Live Data is played back all available PIDs are shown...

Page 73: ...system O2 SENSOR TEST OBD2 regulations require that applicable vehicles monitor and test operation of the oxygen O2 sensors to identify problems that can affect fuel efficiency and vehicle emissions...

Page 74: ...t is sent to the vehicle s on board computer The Select Sensor screen displays The screen shows all O2 sensors applicable to the vehicle under test If O2 sensor tests are not supported by the vehicle...

Page 75: ...to the Special Test Menu 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight the desired test then press the ENTER button 4 When test results have been retrieved data for the selected test will sh...

Page 76: ...AP leak test has been initiated by the vehicle s on board computer a confirmation message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Press the M button to return to the Special Test Menu VEHICLE INFORMATION Th...

Page 77: ...process is completed the vehicle ID information is shown on the FixAdvisor s display Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to view the entire list 5 When you have finished viewing the re trieved ve...

Page 78: ...XXCOMP Statistics are also provided for the number of times the vehicle has been operated in OBD monitoring conditions OBDCOND and the number of times the vehicle s engine has been started IGNCNTR 1 W...

Page 79: ...e next character is highlighted 4 Select the remaining characters in the DTC in the same way pressing the DTC FF button to confirm each character When you have selected all the DTC characters press th...

Page 80: ...nd 5 6 When all desired DTCs have been viewed press the M button to return to the Enter DTC screen if necessary then press the M button to exit the DTC Library USING THE DLC LOCATOR You can find the D...

Page 81: ...ays 7 When you have finished viewing the DLC location press the M button to return to the Main Menu VIEWING THE FIRMWARE VERSION You can view the current firmware version for the FixAdvisor 1 With the...

Page 82: ...Sensor 1 CAT Temp 12 C F XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 1 Sensor 2 CAT Temp 21 C F XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 1 CAT Temp 22 C F XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 2 Command EG...

Page 83: ...System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 OL Drive Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 OL Fault Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 CL Fault Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 2 OL Fuel System 2 Status Fuel Sys 2 CL Fuel System...

Page 84: ...sor 2 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S3 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S B2 S3 mA mA X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S Current O2S B2 S3 V V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S4 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 4 O2S B2 S4 mA mA...

Page 85: ...and OBD2 OBD Requirements PTO Status On Off Power Take Off Status Rel TPS XXX X Relative Throttle Position Spark Adv deg XX Ignition Timing Advance 1 Cylinder STFT B1 XXX X Short Term Fuel Trim Bank...

Page 86: ...Generic Global OBD2 PID List 84 MD70 Tool Display Unit Value PID Description Veh Speed km h mph XXX XXX Vehicle Speed Sensor Warm up DTC Clr XXX Warm ups since DTC Cleared...

Page 87: ...an 1996 2007 Ram 3500 1996 2009 2011 2012 Challenger 2011 2012 Ram 4500 2011 2012 Challenger SRT 8 2011 2012 Ram 5500 2011 2012 Charger 2006 2012 Ram 1500 Van 1996 2003 Charger SRT 8 2006 2010 2012 Ra...

Page 88: ...port Trac 2001 2005 2007 2010 Taurus 1996 2012 F 150 1997 2012 Taurus X 2008 2009 F 250 1997 2012 Thunderbird 2002 2005 F 350 1999 2012 Transit Connect 2010 2012 F 450 2000 2012 Windstar 1996 2003 Lin...

Page 89: ...2010 Impala 2000 2011 Avalanche 2500 2002 2006 Impala SS 1996 Aveo 2004 2011 K 1500 1996 2003 Baretta 1996 K 2500 1996 2003 Blazer 1996 2005 K 3500 1996 2003 C 1500 1996 2003 Lumina 1996 2001 C 2500 1...

Page 90: ...10 2011 K 3500 1996 2003 Yukon 1996 2012 Jimmy 1996 2002 Hummer Model Year Model Year H2 2003 2009 H3 2006 2010 Oldsmobile Model Year Model Year Achieva 1996 1998 Cutlass 1997 1999 Alero 1999 2004 Int...

Page 91: ...Z 2011 2012 Pilot 2003 2012 Crosstour 2010 2012 Prelude 1997 2011 Element 2003 2012 Ridgeline 2007 2012 Fit 2007 2012 S2000 2000 2009 Toyota Lexus Model Year Model Year CT200h 2011 2012 IS F 2008 201...

Page 92: ...2012 Avalon 2002 2012 Prius Plug In 2012 Camry 2000 2012 Prius V 2012 Celica 2000 2005 RAV4 2001 2003 2012 Corolla 2000 2012 Sequoia 2001 2012 Echo 2000 2001 Sienna 2001 2012 FJ Cruiser 2007 2012 Sola...

Page 93: ...aravan 2001 2007 Ram 1500 2002 2009 2011 2012 Challenger 2011 2012 Ram 2500 2003 2009 2011 2012 Challenger SRT 8 2011 2012 Ram 3500 2003 2009 2011 2012 Charger 2006 2012 Ram 4500 2011 2012 Charger SRT...

Page 94: ...Explorer 1996 2012 Ranger 1996 2011 Explorer Sport Trac 2001 2010 Taurus 1996 2012 F 150 1997 2012 Taurus X 2008 2009 F 250 1997 2012 Thunderbird 2002 2005 F 350 1999 2012 Windstar 1996 2003 Lincoln M...

Page 95: ...2010 Impala 2000 2011 Avalanche 2500 2002 2006 Impala SS 1996 Aveo 2004 2011 K 1500 1996 2003 Baretta 1996 K 2500 1996 2003 Blazer 1996 2005 K 3500 1996 2003 C 1500 1996 2003 Lumina 1996 2001 C 2500 1...

Page 96: ...11 K 3500 1996 2003 Yukon 1996 2012 Jimmy 1996 2002 Hummer Model Year Model Year H2 2003 2009 H3 2006 2010 Oldsmobile Model Year Model Year Achieva 1996 1998 Cutlass 1997 1999 Alero 1999 2004 Intrigue...

Page 97: ...Prelude 1996 2001 Element 2003 2011 Ridgeline 2007 2011 Fit 2007 2011 S2000 2000 2009 Insight 2000 2005 2010 2011 Toyota Lexus Model Year Model Year CT200h 2011 2012 IS F 2008 2012 ES300 1999 2000 200...

Page 98: ...lon 1999 2012 Prius Plug In 2012 Camry 1999 2012 Prius V 2012 Celica 1999 2005 RAV4 1998 2001 2003 2012 Corolla 1998 2012 Sequoia 2001 2012 Echo 2000 2001 Sienna 2001 2012 FJ Cruiser 2007 2012 Solara...

Page 99: ...e Emissions System Fault Code See DTCs Freeze Frame A digital representation of engine and or emissions system conditions present when a fault code was recorded FTP Fuel Tank Pressure Generic Code A D...

Page 100: ...the code is automatically erased PID Parameter Identification STFT Short Term Fuel Trim is a program in the vehicle s computer designed to add or subtract fuel from the vehicle to compensate for opera...

Page 101: ...Notes MD70 99...

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Page 103: ...e flood lightning or other acts of nature or if the product was altered or repaired by anyone other than the Manufacturer s Service Center The Manufacturer under no circumstances shall be liable for a...

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