Subsection 03 (COMMUNICATION TOOLS AND B.U.D.S.)
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1. Diagnostic connector
Connecting the PC to the Vehicle
WARNING
If the computer you are using is connected
to the 110 Vac power outlet, there is a poten-
tial risk of electrocution when working in con-
tact with water. Be careful not to touch water
while working with the VCK.
1. Locate the 6-pin diagnostic connector, refer to
DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR LOCATION
in this
subsection.
2. Disconnect the 6-pin diagnostic connector from
it's holder (protective cap).
3. Connect one end of the
DIAGNOSTIC CABLE
(P/N 710 000 851)
to the vehicle connector.
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DIAGNOSTIC CABLE CONNECTED TO VEHICLE
4. Connect the other end of diagnostic cable to the
MPI card.
5. Connect the MPI card to the USB port of a PC
(personal computer).
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MPI CARD CABLE CONNECTED TO USB PORT
6. Use B.U.D.S. as described further in
B.U.D.S.
SOFTWARE
topic
B.U.D.S. SOFTWARE
B.U.D.S. is designed for:
– Programming ignition key(s) to the vehicle
– Monitoring some electrical and electronic com-
ponents
– Activating certain components for diagnostic
purposes
– Updating electronic module software
– And, to carry out setting changes.
Always use the latest applicable B.U.D.S. version
available on Knowledge Center.
Reading the Electronic Control Units
Using B.U.D.S. Software
IMPORTANT:
Ensure all connections have been
made
before starting B.U.D.S.
to allow proper
operation. Refer to
CONNECTING THE PC TO
THE VEHICLE
in this subsection.
1. Turn ignition switch to ON. Do not start the en-
gine.
2. Set the emergency engine stop switch to RUN.
3. Start B.U.D.S. and logon.
4. Ensure the status bar shows the appropriate
protocol and the appropriate number of mod-
ules to its right according to the vehicle model.
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