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1. Press ENTER EXIT button to save your selection and return to previous menu Contrast Adjustment 1 From System Setup menu use SCROLL button to select Contrast and press ENTER EXIT button System Setup 1 Language 2 Unit of Measure gt 3 Contrast 4 Exit 2 From Contrast menu use SCROLL button to adjust contrast Contrast 35 COo _ _X Use Y to change 3 Press ENTER EXIT button to save your settings and return to previous menu Exiting System Setup 1 Use SCROLL button to select Exit and press ENTER EXIT button to return to startup menu VS8700 1 110108 12 System Setup 1 Language 2 Unit of Measure 3 Contrast gt 4 Exit 3 7 Vehicle Coverage The VS87000 OBDI EOBD Code Reader is specially designed to work with all EOBD compliant vehicles including those equipped with the next generation protocol Control Area Network CAN A small number of 1994 and 1995 model year petrol vehicles are OBD 11 EOBD compliant Government regulations mandate that all EOBD compliant vehicles must have a common sixteen pin Data Link Connector DLC For your vehicle to be EOBD compliant it must have a 16 pin DLC Data Link Connector under the dash VS8700 1 110108 13 4 EOBD Diagnostics When more than one vehicle control module is detected by the scan tool you will be prompted to select the module where the data may be retrieved The most often to be selected ar2. near the engine Keep code reader dry clean and free from oil water and grease Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the tool Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area exhaust gases are poisonous IMPORTANT Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer s service instructions to establish the current procedure and data These instructions are provided as a guide only O WARNING The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be applied by the operator VS8700 1 110108 1 2 General Information 2 1 On Board Diagnostics OBD The first generation of On Board Diagnostics called OBD I was developed by the California Air Resources Board CARB 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 OBDII The European version of OBDII is commonly referred to as EOBD and has protocols developed for the European vehicle market The OBDII system is designed to monitor emission control systems and key engine components by performing either continuous or peri
3. 1 The sole responsibility of Sealey under the Warranty is limited to either the repair or at the option of Sealey replacement of the code reader at no charge with Proof of Purchase The sales receipt may be used for this purpose 2 This warranty does not apply to damages caused by improper use accident flood lightning or if the product was altered or repaired by anyone other than the Manufacturer s Service Center 3 Sealey shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the use misuse or mounting of the code reader 4 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 Sealey reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice 5 2 Service Procedures If you have any questions please contact your local store distributor or visit our website at www sealey co uk If it becomes necessary to return the code reader for repair contact your local distributor for more information NOTE It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data specifications and component parts without prior notice IMPORTANT No liability is accepted for incorrect use of product WARRANTY Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date proof of which will be required for any claim INFORMATION For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions call us on 01284 7575
4. Fuel and Air Metering PO P2 P34 P39 2 Fuel and Air Metering BO B3 3 Ignition System or Engine Misfire C0 C3 4 Auxiliary Emission Controls UO U3 5 Vehicle Speed Control and Idle Manufacturer Specific Controls P1 P30 p33 6 Computer Output Circuits B1 B2 7 Transmission Controls C1 C2 8 Transmission Controls U1 U2 2 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 ENTER EXIT of the instrument panel dash under or around the driver s side for most vehicles If Data 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 VS8700 1 110108 3 KA 2 4 OBDII Readiness Monitors An important part of a vehicle s OBDII system is the Readiness Monitors which are indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated by the OBDII system They are running periodic tests on specific systems and components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits Currently there are eleven OBDII Readiness Monitors or I M Mo
5. Monitors INC 4 1 Reading Codes 1 Use SCROLL button to select Read Codes from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button gt 1 Read Codes 2 Erase Codes 3 View Freeze Frame 4 I M Readiness If more than one module is detected you will be prompted to select a module before test Control Module Pitt lt S gt Engine Module A4 Exit Use SCROLL button to select a module and press ENTER EXIT button 2 View DTC s and their definitions on screen VS8700 1 110108 15 Pd 1 6 Generic Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit The control module number sequence of the DTC s total number of codes detected and type of codes Generic or Manufacturer specific Stored or Pending codes will be observed on the upper right hand corner of the display 3 Ifmore than one DTC is found use SCROLL button as necessary until all the codes have been shown up If no codes are detected a No codes are stored in the module message displays on the screen If retrieved DTC s contain any manufacturer specific or enhanced codes the display indicates Manufacturer control Manufacturer control 4 Press ENTER EXIT button to return to previous menu 4 2 Erasing Codes CAUTION Erasing the Diagnostic Trouble Codes may allow the code reader to delete not only the codes from the vehicle s on board computer but also Freeze Frame data and manufacturer enhanced data F
6. 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 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 can not turn the MIL off until the necessary repairs are completed or the condition no longer exists DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC that identify which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned Enabling Criteria Also termed 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 EOBD Drive Cycle A specific mode of vehicle operation that provides conditions required to set all the readiness monitors applicable to the vehic
7. unit of measure to English or Metric 3 Contrast adjustment Adjusts the contrast of the LCD display e The Settings of the unit will remain until change to the existing settings is made To enter the setup menu From the second startup screen press SCROLL button to enter System Setup menu Follow the instructions to make adjustments and settings as described in the following setup options System Setup gt 1 Language 2 Unit of Measure 3 Contrast 4 Exit The number x x to the upper right corner of the screen indicates total number of items under the menu and sequence of currently selected item Language Setup e English is the default language 1 From System Setup menu use SCROLL button to select Language and press ENTER EXIT button VS8700 1 110108 10 System Setup gt 1 Language 2 Unit of Measure 3 Contrast 4 Exit 2 Use SCROLL button to select the desired language and press ENTER EXIT button to save your selection and return to previous menu gt ea Fran ais Espa ol Unit of Measurement e Metric is the default measurement unit 1 From System Setup menu use SCROLL button to select Unit of Measure and press ENTER EXIT button System Setup 1 Language gt 2 Unit of Measure 3 Contrast 4 Exit 2 From Unit of Measure menu use SCROLL button to select the desired unit of measurement VS8700 1 110108 11 Unit of Measure English gt aa 3
8. 25 and leave your full name and address including postcode ufa Sole UK Distributor Yee 01284 757500 afem Sa ON a A www sealey co uk Bury St Edmunds Suffolk Ge 01284 703534 Sz sales sealey co uk VS8700 1 110108 25
9. Instructions for EOBD CODE READER MODEL VS8700 Table of Contents 1 Safety Precautions and Warnings 0 0 cece eeeeeeee 1 2 General Information 0 0 cee ecceeceeceeeeeeeeeeeenteeeenteeeees 1 2 1 On Board Diagnostics OBDIT EOBD 2 2 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC S ceeee 2 2 3 Location of the Data Link Connector DLC 3 2 4 EOBD Readiness Monitors ecceeeeeeteees 4 2 5 EOBD Monitor Readiness Status 0 5 2 6 EOBD Definitions 0 0 ee cecceceeeeeeeteeeeeeees 6 3 Using the Code Reader c cc cecccececcecesececeteceeeneeeeeneeeees 8 3 1 Tool Description eee cecceceseeeceeeeeesteeeeneees 8 3 2 Specifications ccc sicces se Sdeass eecacectaeees Saebecsen veoceteate 9 3 3 Accessories Included cee eee eseeseeceneeeeeeeenees 9 3 4 Navigation Character cccccccsceceseeeeeseeeesteees 9 3 5 Vehicle POWEN 20 5 cots cacti Jonata ote cacti aie 9 36 Product Setpicc22 cite Raa ee eee eee 10 3 7 Vehicle Coverage 1 56 36 500 ycdshcck ca caasectanses csaeoenae vk Odea 13 4 EOBD Diagnostics oy wis52 cdcssesessansdaicanesseasecaadansoncieadiecasvancenss 14 4 1 Reading Codes 20 0 0 cecscccsseeeceseeecsteeeesteeeesaes 15 4 2 Erasing COGS 52ccosspsccannopyeesdasinnsceiedeuteendesarscecponceeederes 16 4 3 Viewing Freeze Frame Data 0 cceeeeeeee 18 4 4 Retrieving I M Readiness Stat
10. e is detected you will be prompted to select a module before test N NN 1 3 gt Engine Module A4 Exit Use SCROLL button to select a module and press ENTER EXIT button 2 Wait a few seconds while the code reader validates the PID MAP View Freeze Frame Reading PID 01 Please Wait 3 If the retrieved information covers more than one screen use SCROLL button as necessary until all data have been shown up VS8700 1 110108 18 DTCFRZF FUELSYS1 FUELSYS2 LOAD_PCT The number x x to the upper right corner of the screen indicates total number of screens the retrieved freeze frame covers and sequence of currently displayed data Ifthere is no freeze frame data available an advisory message No Freeze Frame Data Stored shows on the display 4 Press ENTER EXIT to return to Diagnostic Menu 4 4 Retrieving I M Readiness Status I M Readiness function is used to check the operations of the Emission System on EOBD compliant vehicles It is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions program Some latest vehicle models may support two types of I M Readiness tests A Since DTC s Cleared indicates status of the monitors since the DTC s are erased B This Drive Cycle indicates status of monitors since the beginning of the current drive cycle An I M Readiness Status result of NO does not necessarily ind
11. e the Powertrain Control Module PCM and Transmission Control Module TCM CAUTION Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn the ignition off Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Connector DLC Plug into the OBDII cable to the vehicle s DLC Turn the ignition on Engine can be off or running Press ENTER EXIT button to enter Diagnostic Menu A sequence of messages displaying the EOBD protocols will be observed on the display until the vehicle protocol is detected Ifthe code reader fails to communicate with the vehicle s v v SS ECU Engine Control Unit a LINKING ERROR message shows up on the display Verify that the ignition is ON Check if the code reader s EOBD connector is securely connected to the vehicle s DLC Verify that the vehicle is EOBD compliant Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds Turn the ignition back to on and repeat the procedure from step 5 If the LINKING ERROR message does not go away then there might be problems for the code reader to communicate with the vehicle Contact your local distributor or the manufacturer s customer service department for assistance After the system status is displayed MIL status DTC counts Monitor status wait a few seconds or press any key for Diagnostic Menu to come up VS8700 1 110108 14 Codes Found Monitors N A Monitors OK
12. en Sens Mon O2 Sensors Monitor Catalyst Mon Catalyst Monitor EVAP System Mon Evaporative System Monitor Oxygen Sens htr O2 Sensor Heater Monitor Sec Air System Secondary Air Monitor Htd Catalyst Heated Catalyst Monitor A C Refrig Mon A C system Monitor Since DTCs Cleared MIL Status Misfire Monitor Fuel System Mon Comp Component 5 If the vehicle supports readiness test of This Drive Cycle a screen of the following will be displayed This Drive Cycle MIL Status Misfire Monitor Fuel System Mon Comp Component VS8700 1 110108 21 The number x x to the upper right corner of the screen indicates total number of screens the retrieved data cover and sequence of currently displayed data 6 Press ENTER EXIT button to return to previous menu 4 5 Viewing Vehicle Information The Vehicle Info function enables retrieval of the Vehicle Identification No VIN Calibration ID s Calibration Verification Nos CVNs and In use Performance Tracking on 2000 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9 1 Use SCROLL button to select Vehicle Info from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button 5 Vehicle Info 6 Exit 2 Wait a few seconds or press ENTER EXIT button to continue Turn key on with engine off Press ENTER to con If the vehicle does not support this mode a The selected mode is not supported message shows on the display If more t
13. han one module is detected you will be prompted to select a module before test VS8700 1 110108 22 Control Module gt Engine Module A4 Exit Use SCROLL button to select a module and press ENTER EXIT button 3 Wait a few seconds while the code reader reads vehicle information Vehicle Info Reading Info Please Wait 4 From Vehicle Info menu use SCROLL button to select an available items to view and press ENTER EXIT button Vehicle Info gt Vehicle ID Number Calibration ID Cal Verif Number Exit 5 View retrieved vehicle information on the screen Vehicle ID Number VIN 2HGES16684H907941 6 Press ENTER EXIT to return to previous menu VS8700 1 110108 23 4 6 Exiting EOBD Test 1 To exit EOBD test use SCROLL button to select Exit from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button 2 A warning message comes up asking your confirmation Exit Test Exit OBDII Test Are you sure NO 3 Ifyou do want to exit EOBD test press ENTER EXIT button If you do not want to exit use SCROLL button the select RO and press ENTER EXIT button to return VS8700 1 110108 24 5 Warranty and Service 5 1 Limited One Year Warranty Sealey warrants to its customers that this product will be free from all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of the original purchase subject to the following terms and conditions
14. icate that the vehicle being tested will fail the state I M inspection For some states one or more such monitors may be allowed to be Not Ready to pass the emissions inspection v OK Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has completed its diagnostic testing v INC Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has not completed its diagnostic testing v N A The monitor is not supported on that vehicle VS8700 1 110108 19 1 Use SCROLL button to select I M Readiness from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT Diagnostic Menu 1 Read Codes 2 Erase Codes 3 View Freeze Frame gt 4 I M Readiness If more than one module is detected you will be prompted to select a module before test Module A4 Exit Use the SCROLL button to select a module and press ENTER EXIT button 2 Wait a few seconds while the code reader validates the PID MAP M Readiness Reading PID Please Wait 3 Ifthe vehicle supports both types of tests then both types shows on the screen for selection VS8700 1 110108 20 M Readiness REAL 3 gt Since DTCs Cleared This Drive Cycle Exit 4 Use SCROLL button to view the status of the MIL light ON or OFF and the following monitors Misfire monitor Misfire monitor Fuel System Mon Fuel System Monitor Comp Component Comprehensive Components Monitor EGR EGR System Monitor Oxyg
15. le to the ready condition The purpose of completing an EOBD drive cycle is to force the vehicle to run its onboard diagnostics Some form of a drive cycle needs to be performed after DTC s have been erased from the PCM s memory or after the battery has been disconnected 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 VS8700 1 110108 6 that needs to be reset For vehicle specific drive cycle consult the vehicle s Owner s Manual Freeze Frame Data When an emissions related fault occurs the EOBD 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 temperature ignition timing advance or closed loop status VS8700 1 110108 7 3 Using the Code Reader 3 1 Tool Description vss700 OBDII EOBD EOBD CONNECTOR Connects the code reader to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC LCD DISPLAY Indicates test results ENTER EXIT BUTTON Confirms a selection or action from a menu list or returns to previous menu SCROLL BUTTON Scrolls through menu items It is also used to enter syste
16. m setup menu when pressed Oo oO VS8700 1 110108 8 3 2 Specifications 1 2 3 4 5 6 Display Backlit 128 x 64 pixel display Operating Temperature 0 to 60 C 32 to 140 F Storage Temperature 20 to 70 C 4 to 158 F Power 8 to 18 Volts provided via vehicle battery Dimensions Length Width Height 110 3 mm 4 34 69 5 mm 2 74 20 2 mm 0 80 0 18Kg 0 391b GW 0 21Kg 0 461b 3 3 Accessories Included 1 2 User s Manual Instructions on tool operations EOBD cable Provides power to tool and communicates between tool and vehicle 3 4 Navigation Characters Characters used to help navigate the code reader are 1 2 3 p Indicates current selection Pd Identifies a pending DTC when viewing DTC s Identifies the control module number from which the data is retrieved 3 5 Vehicle Power The power of the code reader is provided via the vehicle Data Link Connector DLC Follow the steps below to turn on the code reader 1 2 3 Connect the EOBD cable to the code reader Find DLC on vehicle A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the EOBD cable Plug EOBD cable to the vehicle s DLC VS8700 1 110108 9 3 6 Product Setup The code reader allows you to make the following adjustments and settings 1 Language Selects desired language 2 Unit of measure Sets the
17. nitors defined by the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA Not all monitors are supported by all 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 EOBD system while others are tested only under specific vehicle operating conditions The continuously monitored components listed below are always ready 1 Misfire 2 Fuel System 3 Comprehensive Components CCM Once the vehicle is running the OBDII 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 VS8700 1 110108 4 operated under specific conditions before the monitor is ready These monitors are termed non continuous monitors and are listed below 1 EGR System 2 02 Sensors 3 Catalyst 4 Evaporative System 5 O2 Sensor Heater 6 Secondary air 7 Heated Catalyst 8 A C system 2 5 EOBD Monitor Readiness Status EOBD 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 EOBD sy
18. odic tests of specific components and vehicle conditions When a problem is detected the OBDII 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 1 Whether the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is commanded on or off 2 Which if any Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC s are stored 3 Readiness Monitor status 2 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC s EOBD 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 to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle EOBD Diagnostic Trouble Codes consist of a five digit alphanumeric code The first character a letter identifies which control system sets the code The other four characters all numbers provide additional information on where the DTC originated and the operating conditions that caused it to set On the next page is an example to illustrate the structure of the digits VS8700 1 110108 2 Systems B Body Identifying specific C Chassis malfunctioning P Powertrain section of the U Network systems Code Type Sub systems Generic SAE 1
19. stem The purpose of recording readiness status is to allow inspectors to determine if the vehicle s EOBD 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 or Complete it will remain in this state A number of factors including erasing of diagnostic trouble codes DTC s 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 VS8700 1 110108 5 specific information on getting your vehicle s OBD monitor system ready please consult your vehicle owner s manual 2 6 EOBD Definitions Powertrain Control Module PCM EOBD terminology for the on
20. urther the I M Readiness Monitor Status for all vehicle monitors is reset to Not Ready or Not Complete status Do not erase the codes before the system has been checked completely by a technician VS8700 1 110108 16 This function is performed with key on engine off KOEO Do not start the engine 1 Ifyou decide to erase the DTC s use SCROLL button to select Erase Codes from Diagnostics Menu and press ENTER EXIT button Read Codes gt 2 Erase Codes 3 Freeze Frame 4 I M Readiness 2 A warning message comes up asking for your confirmation Erase trouble codes Are you sure NO 3 If you want to proceed with erasing the codes press ENTER EXIT button to erase If the codes are cleared successfully an Erase Done message shows up If the codes are not cleared then an Erase Failure Turn Key on with Engine off message displays 4 Wait a few seconds or press any key to return to Diagnostic Menu If you do wish to proceed to erase the codes then press SCROLL button to select K and press ENTER EXIT A Command Canceled message shows up Press any key or wait a few seconds to return to Diagnostic Menu VS8700 1 110108 17 4 3 Viewing Freeze Frame Data 1 To view freeze frame use SCROLL button to select View Freeze Frame from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button 2 Erase Codes gt 3 View Freeze Frame 4 I M Readiness If more than one modul
21. us 00 0 19 4 5 Viewing Vehicle Information ee 22 4 6 Exiting OBDIT EOBD Test 0 000 ee 24 5 Warranty and Service cceeccceeseceececeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeees 25 5 1 Limited One Year Warranty 0 0 c eens 25 5 2 Service Procedures ccccecececccccccccessesesceccecseees 25 1 Safety Precautions and Warnings qo x lt v WARNING Ensure that Health and Safety local authority and general Workshop practice regulations are strictly adhered to DO NOT use the unit if it or any attachment is damaged If required ensure that the vehicle to be worked on is adequately supported with axle stands or ramps and is chocked Put transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission and make sure the parking brake is engaged Wear approved eye protection A full range of personal safety equipment is available from your Sealey dealer Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging Do not wear jewellery and tie back long hair WARNING 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 DO NOT connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical electrical fires nearby Account for all tools and parts being used and do not leave them on or
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