CS602 User`s Manual
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1. CODESCAN CS602 User s Manual Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE CODESCAN TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER S BUSINESS CODESCAN TOOLS electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year 12 months from date of delivery to the user This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused altered used fora purpose other than for which it was intended or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use The exclusive remedy for any automotive meter found to be defective is repair or replacement and CODESCAN TOOLS shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages Final determination of defects shall be made by CODESCAN TOOLS in accordance with procedures established by CODESCAN TOOLS No agent employee or representative of CODESCAN TOOLS has any authority to bind CODESCAN TOOLS to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning CODESCAN TOOLS automotive meters except as stated herein Order Information Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your CODESCAN TOOLS authorized tool supplier Your order should include the following information 1 Quantity 2 Part number 3 Item description Customer Service If you have any questions on the operation of the unit please contact local dealer or contact CODESCAN TOOLS VSN XcarDiag hotmail com E2. or Complete it will remain in this state A number of factors including erasing of diagnostic trouble codes DTCs with a code reader or a disconnected battery can result in Readiness Monitors being set to Not Ready Since the three continuous monitors are constantly evaluating they will be reported as Ready all of the time If testing of a particular supported non continuous monitor has not been completed the monitor status will be reported as Not Complete or Not Ready In order for the OBD monitor system to become ready the vehicle should be driven under a variety of normal operating conditions These operating conditions may include a mix of highway driving and stop and go city type driving and at least one overnight off period For specific information on getting your vehicle s OBD VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN i monitor system ready please consult your vehicle owner s manual 3 6 OBD II Definitions Powertrain Control Module PCM OBD II terminology for the on board computer that controls engine and drive train Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Malfunction Indicator Light Service Engine Soon Check Engine is a term used for the light on the instrument panel It is to alert the driver and or the repair technician that there is a problem with one or more of vehicle s systems and may cause emissions to exceed
3. CODESCAN Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 2 Figure 4 18 You can use t E button to select single data stream items to view item of live data with a graph and press button to confirm then press 2 button the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 19 Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu You can view all data stream items or select a certain item of live data with a graph 5 2 5 View Freeze Frame When an emission related fault occurs certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on board computer This information is referred to as freeze frame data Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission related fault VISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Note if DTCs were erased Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle memory depending on vehicle Select Freeze Frame in main menu interface the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 20 You can use button to view the data Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu 5 2 6 O2 sensor test The results of O2 sensor test are not live values but instead the results of the ECU s last O2 sensor test For live O2 sensor readings refer to any of the live sensor screens such as Graph Screen Not all test values are applicable to all vehicles Therefore the list generated will vary depending on vehicle
4. OBD II compliant vehicles must have a common sixteen pin Data Link Connector DLC For the vehicle to be OBD II compliant it must have a 16 pin DLC Data Link Connector under the dash and the Vehicle Emission Control Information Label must state that the vehicle is OBD H compliant 5 OPERATION 5 1 Connection 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Connector DLC VISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN 3 Plug the OBDII cable into the vehicle s DLC 4 Turn the ignition on Engine can be off or running 5 After finishing press 2 button to enter Main Menu as following figure 4 2 DENON Figure 4 2 CAUTION Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running 5 2 Diagnostic Select Diagnostic in Main Menu and press 4 the screen will display Monitor Status interface as following figure 4 3 Figure 4 3 Press 47 to enter the Main Menu of Diagnostic the screen will display as following figure 4 4 VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Retrieve Codes Figure 4 4 5 2 1 Read Codes Select Retrieve Codes and press Ed in Diagnostic Menu If there are some codes the screen will display the codes as shown below Current DTCs 03 Figure 4 5 According to the above figure to select differ
5. federal standards If the MIL illuminates with a steady light it indicates that a problem has been detected and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible Under certain conditions the dashboard light will blink or flash This indicates a severe problem and flashing is intended to discourage vehicle operation The vehicle onboard diagnostic system cannot turn the MIL off until the necessary repairs are completed or the condition no longer exists DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC that identifies which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned Enabling Criteria Also term d Enabling Conditions They are the vehicle specific events or conditions that must occur within the engine before the various monitors will set or run Some monitors require the vehicle to follow a prescribed drive cycle routine as part of the enabling criteria Drive cycles vary among vehicles and for each monitor in any particular vehicle Please refer to the vehicle s factory service manual for specific enabling procedures OBD II Drive Cycle A specific mode of vehicle operation that provides conditions required to set all the readiness monitors applicable to the vehicle to the ready condition The purpose of completing an OBD II drive cycle is to force the vehicle to run its onboard diagnostics Some form of a drive cycle needs to be performed after DTCs have been erased from the PCM s memory or after the battery has been disco
6. CODESCAN CS602 User s Manual G QD MSN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN CS602 User s Manual Table of Contents 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGBS 3 2 INTRODUCTION ooeeeeseesessoseossosesssssssscsscsscssossossssssssosessessesses 3 3 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OBDH EOBD 3 3 1 On Board Diagnostics OBD II sscsrsssricisisaricssisakisvsisusasvsasssa 4 3 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssoo 4 3 3 Location of the Data Link Connector DLC ccccsssseeeee 5 3 4 OBD IT Readiness Monitors cccccccccscscccccccccccccccccccccceees 6 3 5 OBD II Monitor Readiness Status cccccccccccccscccccccccceees 7 3 6 OBD II DefiMtionS scscisecsaieedssasvesevisvesedcanscdscsiavecatsadevisiegeieses 8 4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS cccccccccccccccccccccccccccces 9 4 1 Outline Of CS602 ccccccccccsccossccsseM eo i e E N 9 4 2 Specifications ccccccccrrcrrrrrrree dze Nih e Ch eeo aT 10 4 3 Accessories Included 0 ih eos PN cccsccccscccscceses 10 4 4 Power supply esscccccceee h Woon MEG occcccccccccccccscsssssees 10 AS Tool SePasniname Mt h na 10 4 6 Vehicle Covo W cnn MB nde ninan 13 5 OPERATION Rig Mag occccseccscccscccscccscccscccesccesscesscosseccscccsse 13 cE in C100 pI P E AE 13 ka AA P S SUC A I EA E 14 JWAl Read Codes cccccc
7. In addition not all vehicles support the Oxygen Sensors screen For results of latest mandated on board oxygen sensor monitoring test see Figure 4 21 below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 21 Select O02 Sensor Test in Diagnostic menu and press eb and the screen will display as shown below Bank2 Sensor4 Figure 4 22 Press lt 47 button the screen will display as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Rich to lean sensor V Figure 4 23 You can use it 4 button to select an item and press lt 8 the screen will display as shown below Figure 4 24 Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu 5 2 7 On board monitor test This function can be utilized to read the results of on board diagnostic monitoring tests for specific components systems _ Select On board Monitoring in main menu and press 47 and the screen will display as shown below VSN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Test 02 Data Figure 4 25 You can use it 4 button to select an item and press lq the screen will display as shown below Figure 4 26 Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu 5 2 8 EVAP System Test The EVAP test function lets you initiate a leak test for the ve
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9. a Link Connector is not located under dashboard a label should be there telling location For some Asian and European vehicles the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector If the DLC cannot be found refer to the vehicle s service manual for the location VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag ci Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com Skype XcarDiag CODESCAN e BEHIND CENTER ASHTRAY OF DASH LEFT CORNER OF DASH 3 4 OBD H Readiness Monitors An important part of a vehicle s OBD II system is the Readiness Monitors which are indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated by the OBD II system They are running periodic tests on specific systems and components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits Currently there are eleven OBD II Readiness Monitors or I M Monitors defined by the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA Not all monitors are supported in every vehicles and the exact number of monitors in any vehicle depends on the motor vehicle manufacturer s emissions control strategy Continuous Monitors Some of the vehicle components or systems are continuously tested by the vehicle s OBD II system while others are tested only under specific vehicle operating conditions The continuously monitored components listed below are always ready 1 Misfire VMISN XcarDiag hotmail c
10. en will display the interface as shown below ECU 1 10 Figure 4 12 As shown in Figure 4 12 select ECU and press button the screen will display the interface as shown below View All Items Figure 4 13 Select View All Items and press all button the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 14 You can use button to view other data streams Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu Select select Items in Data stream menu and press lt 9 the screen will display the interface as shown below Fuel system 1 status Figure 4 15 You can use button to turn page and press it ll 4 button to select data stream items then press lt 7 Jburron to confirm the selected items the screen will display the interface as shown on the next page VSN XcarDiag hotmail co m E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 4 Figure 4 16 After selected items and press gt the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 17 Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu Select View Graphic Items in Data stream menu and press 4 the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com
11. ent item by pressing t or 4 and press lt P to confirm VSN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 6 1 27 indicates there are 27 codes total and now P0100 is the first code to display The screen will also show the content of the code below the number of code You can use 4 key to view the next code You can press gt to return to the Diagnostic Menu 5 2 2 Erase Codes Select Erase Codes the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 7 Press 47 to erase DTC s and the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag ci Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 8 According to the above figure to press 9 and the screen will display the interface as shown on the next page Figure 4 9 Notes Before performing this function make sure to retrieve and record the trouble codes After clearing you should retrieve trouble codes once more or turn ignition on and retrieve codes again If there are still some trouble codes in the system please troubleshoot the code using a factory diagnosis guide then clear the code and recheck 5 2 3 I M Readiness I M refers to Inspection and Maintenance that is legislated by the Government to meet federal clean air standards I M Readiness indicates whether or not the various emissions rela
12. eturns to previous menu RIGHT LEFT BUTTONS Move cursor right or left for selection Or turn page up or down when more than one page is displayed 4 6 UP DOWN BUTTONS Move cursor up or down for selection USB PORT Connects to computer to update the CS602 online ENTER BUTTON Confirms a selection or action from a menu list VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag ci Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN i HELP BUTTON Show help information for users a POWER PORT Power supply of 12V A RED LED INDICATOR LAMP Confirmed DTC when it displays Confirmed DTC the red indicator lamp will light up B YELLOW LED INDICATOR LAMP Pending DTC when it not sure or unknown DTC the yellow indicator lamp will light up C GREEN LED INDICATOR LAMP No DTC when there are no DTC the green indicator lamp will light up D Blue LED INDICATOR LAMP USB display the status of usb communication when updating 4 2 Specifications 1 Screen 2 8 TFT 262K true color 320 240 QVGA LCD display 2 Input voltage range 8 32V 3 Operating current lt 100mA 12V Typical 4 Power consumption lt 1 2W Typical 5 Operating temperature 32 F 122 F 0 C 50 C 6 Storage tempetature 4 F 158 F 20 70 C RH60 7 Outline dimension 4 7 3 2 1 0 d21 82 26 mm LWH 8 Weight lt 17 6 oz 500g 4 3 Accessories Included 1 User s Manual Instructions o
13. hicle s EVAP system The CS602 does not perform the leak test but signals to vehicle s on board computer to initiate the test Before using the system test function refer to the vehicle s service repair manual to determine the procedures necessary to stop the test Select EVAP System Test and press od the screen will display the relative VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN information about EVAP system Some vehicle manufacturers do not allow external devices to control vehicle system If the car supports this function it will display as below Figure 4 27 5 2 9 Vehicle Info Select Vehicle Info and press 47 the screen will display the information such as VIN Vehicle identification Number CID Calibration ID and CVN Calibration verification number as shown below Figure 4 28 Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu 5 3 Code Lookup Select Code Lookup in the Main Menu and press lt lt and the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 29 You can use t ll 4 key to change the first letter It Can be switched among P B C and U And press lt lt moves the cursor to next And then press key to input number After you input the code number press 4P to
14. in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while running tests o Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running o Put the transmission in P for A T or N for M T and make sure the parking brake is engaged Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical electrical fires nearby Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running Keep the CS602 dry clean free from oil water or grease Use a mild detergent onsa clean cloth to clean the outside of the CS602 when necessary 2 Introduction The CS602 is newly developed by CODESCAN specially designed for car owners or DIYs to diagnose and vehicle that is compliant to OBDH EOBD It not only can reade clear DTCs but also can read live data in 2 modes and perform mant special tests Tri language make it operation easily for technician The feature of upgrading online ensures it can test new model cars and or functions in the future NOTICE CS602 MAY AUTOMATICALLY RESET WHILE BEING DISTURBED BY STRONG STATIC ELECTRICITY THIS IS A NORMAL REACTION 3 General Information About OBDIT EOBD VSN XcarDiag hotmail co m E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com Skype XcarDiag CODESCAN i 3 1 On Board Diagnostics OBD I The firs
15. ion is similar to the Delete DTC function 5 5 About CS602 This function is used to view Tool Information About OBD and About Data stream Tool Information Figure 4 33 Tool Information includes software version hardware version serial number supported time and date About OBD Relevant introductions information about OBD About Data stream Relevant introductions information about Data stream 6 FAQ Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers relating to CS602 Question System halts when reading data stream What is the reason Answer It may be caused by a slackened connector Please turn off the Creader VI firmly connect the connector and switch on it again VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN CS602 User s Manual Question Screen of main unit flashes at engine ignition start Answer Caused by electromagnetic disturbing and this is normal phenomenon Question There is no response when communicating with on board computer Answer Please confirm the proper voltage of power supply and check if the throttle has been closed the transmission is in the neutral position and the water is in proper temperature Question Why are there so many fault codes Answer Usually it s caused by poor connection or fault circuit grounding VISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com
16. n tool operations 2 USB cable Connect to a computer for upgrading online 3 Cable with OBD II CONNECTOR 4 4 Power supply The power of the CS602 is provided via the vehicle Data Link Connector DLC Follow the steps below to power it up 1 Find DLC on vehicle A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the OBDII cable 2 Plug the connector at the end of OBD II cable to the vehicle s DLC 4 5 Tool Setup Select System Setup in the Main Menu and press 4a the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Language Figure 3 2 The CS602 allows you to make the following adjustments settings 1 Select language Selects desired language Choose Language and press qi the screen will display the interface as shown below English Figure 3 3 You can press t 4 key to select any language and press 4P to confirm The system will convert to the chosen language interface at once 2 Beeper ON OFF the Beeper Choose Beep Set and press qi the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 3 4 Press lt q to select ON OFF and press gt to confirm When this function is ON the icon amp appears then when y
17. nnected Running through a vehicle s complete drive cycle will set the readiness monitors so that future faults can be detected Drive cycles vary depending on the vehicle and the monitor that needs to be reset For vehicle specific drive cycle consult the service manual Freeze Frame Data When an emissions related fault occurs the OBD II system not only sets a code but also records a snapshot of the vehicle operating parameters to help in identifying the problem This set of values is referred to as Freeze Frame Data and may include important engine parameters such as engine RPM vehicle speed air flow engine load fuel pressure fuel trim value engine coolant VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN temperature ignition timing advance or closed loop status Fuel Trim FT Feedback adjustments to the base fuel schedule Short term fuel trim refers to dynamic or instantaneous adjustments Long term fuel trim refers to much more gradual adjustments to the fuel calibration schedule than short term trim adjustments These long term adjustments compensate for vehicle differences and gradual changes that occur over time 4 Product Descriptions 4 1 Outline of CS602 gee 9 5 Figure 3 1 1 Cable with OBD II CONNECTOR Connects the CS602 to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC 2 LCD DISPLAY Indicates test results EXIT BUTTON R
18. om E Mail sales xcardiag c Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN i 2 Fuel System 3 Comprehensive Components CCM Once the vehicle is running the OBD II system is continuously checking the above components monitoring key engine sensors watching for engine misfire and monitoring fuel demands Non Continuous Monitors Unlike the continuous monitors many emissions and engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific conditions before the monitor is ready These monitors are termed non continuous monitors and are listed below 1 EGR System 2 O2 Sensors 3 Catalyst 4 Evaporative System 5 O2 Sensor Heater 6 Secondary air Injection 7 Heated Catalyst 8 A C system 3 5 OBD II Monitor Readiness Status OBD II systems must indicate whether or not the vehicle s PCM s monitor system has completed testing on each component Components that have been tested will be reported as Ready or Complete meaning they have been tested by the OBD II system The purpose of recording readiness status is to allow inspectors to determine if the vehicle s OBDII system has tested all the components and or systems The powertrain control module PCM sets a monitor to Ready or Complete after an appropriate drive cycle has been performed The drive cycle that enables a monitor and sets readiness codes to Ready varies for each individual monitor Once a monitor is set as Ready
19. ou press any button the CS602 will sound 3 Time and Date Set time and date _ Choose Time and Date and press 49 the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 3 5 Press t Jor 4 to change input press or to select position then press F to confirm 4 Record ON OFF the Record Choose Record and press gq the screen will display the interface as shown below VISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 3 6 Press kad to select ON OFF and press gt to confirm When this function is ON and the icon appears then CS602 can record DTC s record Datastream and record Freeze Frames 4 6 Vehicle Coverage The CS602 is specially designed to work with all OBD II compliant vehicles including Control Area Network CAN It is required by EPA that all 1996 and newer vehicles cars and light trucks sold in the United States must be OBD II compliant and this includes all American Asian and European vehicles A small number of 1994 and 1995 model year gasoline vehicles are OBD II compliant To verify if a 1994 or 1995 vehicle is OBD II compliant check the Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI Label which is located under the hood or by the radiator of most vehicles If the vehicle is OBD II compliant the label will designate OBD II Certified Additionally Government regulations mandate that all
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21. t generation of On Board Diagnostics called OBD I was developed by the California Air Resources Board ARB and implemented in 1988 to monitor some of the emission control components on vehicles As technology evolved and the desire to improve the On Board Diagnostic system increased a new generation of On Board Diagnostic system was developed This second generation of On Board Diagnostic regulations is called OBD II The OBD II system is designed to monitor emission control systems and key engine components by performing either continuous or periodic tests of specific components and vehicle conditions When a problem is detected the OBD II system turns on a warning lamp MIL on the vehicle instrument panel to alert the driver typically by the phrase of Check Engine or Service Engine Soon The system will also store important information about the detected malfunction so that a technician can accurately find and fix the problem Here below follow three pieces of such valuable information 1 Whether the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is commanded on or off 2 Which if any Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs are stored 3 Readiness Monitor status 3 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes are codes that are stored by the on board computer diagnostic system in response to a problem found in the vehicle These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide you with a guide as
22. ted systems on the vehicle are operating properly and are ready for VSN XcarDiag hotmail co m E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Inspection and Maintenance testing The purpose of the I M Readiness Monitor Status is to indicate which of the vehicle s Monitors have run and completed their diagnosis and testing as described in Chapter 2 5 and which ones have not yet run and completed testing and diagnosis of their designated sections of the vehicle s emissions system The I M Readiness Monitor Status function also can be used after repair of a fault has been performed to confirm that the repair has been performed correctly and or to check for Monitor Run Status Select I M Readiness and press 4P the screen will display the interface as shown below Since DTCs Were Cleared Figure 4 10 You can use t lf 4 button to select and press 4J the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 11 You can use button to view other data of vehicle Press gt to return to Diagnostic Menu N A means not available on this vehicle INC means incomplete or not ready OK VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN means Completed or Monitor Ok 5 2 4 Data Stream Press t or 4 button to select Data Stream in Main Menu interface and then press lt q button to confirm the scre
23. to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes consist of a five digit alphanumeric code The first character a letter identifies which control system sets the code The second character a number 0 3 other three characters a hex character 0 9 or A F provide additional information on where the DTC originated and the operating conditions that caused it to set Here below is an example to illustrate the structure of the digits VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Systems P Powertrain C Chassis B Body U Network Code Type Generic SAE PO P2 P34 P39 B0 B3 C0 C3 U0 U3 Manufacturer Specific P1 P30 P33 B182 61 62 UNU Identifying specific malfunctioning section of the systems Sub systems 1 Fuel and Air Meeting 2 Fuel and Air Meeting 3 Ignition System or Engine Misfire 4 Auxiliary Emission Controls 5 Vehicle Speed Control and Idle Controls 6 Computer Output Circuits 7 Transmission Controls 8 Transimission Controls 9 Transimission Controls 3 3 Location of the Data Link Connector DLC The DLC Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector is the standardized 16 cavity connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle s on board computer The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel dash under or around the driver s side for most vehicles If Dat
24. view the definition of the code After viewing the definition press gt to return to the Main Menu 5 4 Review This function is used to review the recorded Data Streams DTC and Freeze Frame Select Review in the Main Menu and press lt 9 and the screen will display the interface as shown below Review DIC Figure 4 30 VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN CAUTION About the record function please view the chapter 4 5 Tool Setup 4 Record in page 12 1 Review DTC 2 Select Review DTC in the Review and press lt 9 and the screen will display the interface as shown below Figure 4 31 The recorded DTC will be displayed as shown in Figure 4 31 You can use t key and press lt q button to view detailed information 2 Review Data stream The operation is similar to the Review DTC function 3 Review Freeze Frame The operation is similar to the Review DTC function 4 Delete DTC E Select Delete DTC in the Review and press lt lt and the screen will display the interface as shown below VMISN XcarDiag hotmail com E Mail sales xcardiag c Skype XcarDiag Yahoo XcarDiag yahoo com CODESCAN Figure 4 32 Press lt q to confirm and press gt to return to Main Menu 5 Delete Data stream The operation is similar to the Delete DTC function 6 Delete Freeze Frame The operat
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