Automobile code scAnner VW And Audi Vehicles
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1. The Readiness Test function is used to check the operations of the Emission System on OBDII EOBD compliant vehicles It is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for emissions compliance e Pass Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has completed the diagnostic testing e Fail Indicates that a particular monitor being checked has not completed the diagnostic testing or the monitor is not supported on that vehicle e Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Readiness Test from the Select Func tion menu and press the Y button Note The Code Scanner can not determine whether a vehicle will pass or fail an emis 2 3 sions compliance test Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons as necessary to view the status of the following monitors EGR Sys EGR System Monitor E toe O2 Sensor s Oxygen Sensors Monitor bt ay Sond Catalyst Catalyst Monitor rr ahaa Se EVAP Sys Evaporative Emission System Py ap Gye Br Monitor Heated O2 Oxygen Sensor Heater Moni tor Figure H Sec Air Inject Secondary Air Injection Monitor A C A C system Monitor Catalytic Conv Catalytic Convertor Monitor Press the N button to return to previous menus SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 OBDII EOBD Diagnostics Mai Bera A 1 VEHICLE Y 2 OBDIVEOBE 4 OH Reset 4 Srstem Setup Figure Reading Codes 1 2 Use the UP DOWN2. in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear ANSI approved eye protection TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The Code Scanner can only be used on 1990 or later VW and Audi model vehicles Do not force the plug into the socket Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Check for broken parts or any other condition that may affect the tool s opera tion If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important information lf unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Never leave vehicle running while using the Code Reader When running an engine produces carbon monoxide a colorless odorless toxic gas that when inhaled can cause serious personal injury or death The Code Reader does not require that a vehicle be started to operate only that the ignition switch should be in the ON position after the DLC Cable is connected People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Elec tromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interfer
3. scroll buttons to select OBDII EOBD from the menu Press the Y button A sequence of messages showing the OBDII EOBD protocols will be observed on the display until the vehicle protocol is detected After the vehicle protocol is displayed on the screen press any key or wait about 2 seconds for the OBDII EOBD Diagnostic menu to come up Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Read Codes from the menu and press the Y button If there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes present the display will indicate NO CODES ARE STORED IN THE MODULE If there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes present the Fault Codes and Pending Codes will be shown on the display See Figure J POLIS Pd nail e The DTC number will appear on the up 1509141 409 per left hand corner and its definition will lt S7 7 X7TSst CS show on the body of screen Pressure Control solenoid 4 C ontrol Circuit Low e The type of code Generic or Manufac turer specific the vehicle protocol the sequence of the DTC currently being observed the total number of codes detected and the module ID will be ob Figure J served on the upper right hand corner of the display e f the code being displayed is a pending code the Pd icon will be observed next to the DTC number on the upper right hand corner of the display When a DTC s definition covers more than one display screen use the Y button as necessary to view any additional informat
4. 3 Press the Y button again to start test Look for missing spots in the solid black characters 4 When completed press the N button to return If there are Display problems have the Code Reader serviced by a qualified technician Keyboard Test ils 2 The Keyboard Test is used to verify that the keys are functioning properly Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Keyboard Test from the System Setup menu and then press the Y button Press any key to start test When a key is pressed the key name should be ob served on the Display If the name does not show up then the key is not functioning properly Double press N to return to the previous menu If there are Keyboard problems have the Code Reader serviced by a qualified technician SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 Note Note 10 Testing Never connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition ON or engine run ning Turn the ignition off Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Con nector DLC Ser ert ct bate es mai VEHICLE 2 OBDIVEOBD 3 Oi Reset Connect the Code Reader to the OBD II Cable Plug the OBD II Cable into the vehicle s 4 oyetem setup DLC Turn the ignition on but do not start the engine Figure A Press the Y button The Main Menu will be observed on the display See Figure A Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select the vehicle VW Audi from the menu and press th
5. CEN TECH AUTOMOBILE CODE SCANNER VW AND AUDI VEHICLES Wfexel 1 96374 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http Awww harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 SPECIFICATIONS Thermoplastic casing L C D ISO 15765 C A N Controller Area Network Protocols ISO 9141 2 CARB ISO 14230 KWP 2000 Power Testing Vehicle s 12 VDC Reads amp Clears DTC s Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Clears Engine Light Identifies Displays Multiple Codes for ABS Airbag amp Auto Trans Displays I M Readiness Status Back lit Display 2 Lines 8 Characters Stand alone Power no batteries required Dimensions 3 3 4 W x 7 L x 1 3 8 H 24AWG x 4 10 Long adapter cable Weight 9 9 Oz 16 Oz w Cable Features Save This Manual You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly oper ating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and assembly diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Wri
6. ancels a selection or action from a menu or returns to the menu It can also be used to 1 set up the unit when pressed and held for at least 3 seconds 4 UP SCROLL BUTTON Moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode When more than one 2 DTC is retrieved moves up through the current screen to the previous screens for additional DTCs and defini tions 5 DOWN SCROLL BUTTON Moves down through menu and submenu items in menu mode When more than one DTC is retrieved moves down through the current screen to the next screens for additional DTCs and definitions 6 OBD II CABLE Connects the scan tool to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 Diagnostic Trouble Codes OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes are stored by the on board computer system in response to a problem with the vehicle These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide a guide as 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 other four characters all numbers provide additional information on where the DTC originated and the operating conditions that caused it to be set Below is an example to illustrate the structure of the digits DTC Example P0202 Systems B Body C Chassis P Power
7. e Y button Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select the system from the Select System menu and press the Y button See Figure B elect sister If the scan tool fails to communicate with Y Eiane TELLELLLLELLI the selected vehicle s ECU Electronic f can Control Unit a LINK ERROR message 2 o Da shows up on the display E E e Verify that the ignition is ON 08 Auto HVAC e Check if the Code Scanner s OBD II OO ert Elect connector is securely connected to the vehicle s DLC e Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds Turn the ignition back to on and repeat the procedure from step 5 Figure B e If the LINK ERROR message does not go away the Code Scanner is not com municating with the module being tested The most common cause of this problem is that the Code Scanner is not supported by the vehicle The numbers 01 02 15 03 08 etc in front of the system names refer to the physical addresses assigned to the systems not the sequence of the systems to be arranged Select Read Codes from the Select Function menu and press the Y button See Figure C SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8 select Funct on t 1 Read Codes 2 Erase Codes 4 ECU Information 4 Reaciness Test Figure C 11 If there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes present the display will indicate NO CODES ARE STORED IN THE MODULE 12 Refer to the example Figure D for the follo
8. e the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment Clean unit as necessary with a soft cloth and mild detergent Never immerse in water or any other liquid SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 13 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEM BLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO PARTS LIST Part Description Qty Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 14 LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes
9. ect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15
10. ence or pacemaker failure Caution is necessary when near coil spark plug cables or distributor of running engine Engine should be off during adjustment SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 8 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible The Code Reader comes in an anti static plastic bag it is recommended that the bag be retained for storing the Code Reader OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Note The Code Reader is designed to work with 1990 or newer Audi and VW vehicles that utilize a 16 pin OBD II style Data Link Connector If the vehicle has an older style 2X2 Data Link Connector the Code Reader will only work if a 2X2 cable adapter not included is used and if there are 4 wires connected to 4 pins 1 LCD DISPLAY Displays test results 2 Y BUTTON Confirms a selection or action from a menu When a DTC s definition covers more than one screen it is used to move down to the next screen for 6 additional data 3 N BUTTON C
11. ervice manual for the location Plug OBD II Cable to the vehicle s DLC Product Setup The Code Reader allows you to make the following adjustments and settings Contrast adjustment Adjusts the contrast of the LCD display Display Test Tests the LCD display Keyboard test Tests the keyboard To enter the setup menu mode 1 From the keyboard Press and hold the N button for at least 3 seconds until the System Setup menu shows up Follow the instruc tions to make adjustments and settings as de Ff Mamhiex Srt CsSC scribed in the following setup options Ly WADI 2 OBDILEO ED From the Main Menu Use the UP DOWN Scroll 35 Oil Reset Buttons to select System Setup and then press the Y button Follow the instructions to make adjust ments and settings as described in the following setup options SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 Contrast Adjustment From the System Setup menu use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Contrast and press the Y button 2 From the Contrast menu use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to decrease or increase the contrast 3 Press the Y button to save your selection and return to previous menu 4 Press the N button to return to previous menus Display Test 1 From the System Setup menu use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Display Test and press the Y button 2 Select Display Test from the Display Test menu and press the Y button
12. every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com plaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the def
13. ion SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 12 10 If the retrieved DTCs contain any manufacturer specific or enhanced codes you will be prompted to refer to the CD DTC library not included or the vehicle service manual to view the DTC definitions Erase Codes if desired Turn vehicle ignition key to OFF position disconnect Code Scanner Oil Reset Use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Oil Reset from the menu Press the Y button to accept the option and to move to the next screen This option only turns the Oil Warning Light off it does not monitor the level or check the quality of the engine oil in the vehicle This is a convenient option if the operator personally changes the vehicle s oil or the mechanic forgets to turn off the Oil Warning Light Using the Oil Reset option is not a replacement for proper and timely vehicle maintenance INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Make sure the ignition of the vehicle is in its OFF position and that the tool is un plugged from its OBD II connection before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures other than tests noted on page 7 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts dam aged electrical wiring and any other condition that may affect its safe operation If abnormal noise or vibration occurs hav
14. te the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly dia gram or write month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Never allow children to operate or play with the Code Reader 3 Do not expose this tool to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool can damage it SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 2 Do not abuse the DLC Cord Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the DLC Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat ing a power tool Do not use this tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating any tool may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool
15. the DTCs use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select Erase Codes from the Select Function menu and press the Y button Erase Codes 2 A warning message comes up asking for Erase Trouble Codes your confirmation See Figure F Are YOU sure 3 If you do not want to proceed with eras lt YES gt NO ing the codes press the N button to exit A message of command cancelled will show up 4 lf you do wish to proceed to erase the Figure F codes then press the Y button 5 If the codes are cleared successfully an ERASE DONE confirmation message will show on the display Press any button to return to the previous menus 6 lf the codes are not cleared then an ERASE FAILURE message will appear Press the N button to return to previous menus Have the system checked by a certified technician Viewing ECU Information 1 To view ECU Information use the UP DOWN scroll buttons to select ECU Informa tion from the Select Function menu and press the Y button ECU Tnformat on BERBER BR PER eee NEN NNE 2 If there is no ECU Information available a T AG No 06 A906032TE warning message shows on the display Component 3 Press the N button to return to previous Bosch laelavl menu WOU Coding UOUs2 70 Imp OOOO Vist OOO Ss SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 l Readiness Test select Function Lj Read Code 2 Erase ode 3 ECU inform ation 4 Readiness Test
16. train U Network Identifying specific malfunctioning section of the Systems Code Type Sub systems Generic SAE 1 Fuel and Air Metering PO P2 P34 P39 2 Fuel and Aw Metering 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 Transmission Controls Starting the Unit e A flashing Down Arrow indicates additional information is available on the next screen e A flashing Up Arrow indicates additional information is available on the previous screen 1 Turn ignition key to the OFF position 2 Power is provided to the Code Reader through the vehicle Data Link Cable DLC 3 Connect the OBD II Cable to the Code Reader SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 Find DLC on vehicle The DLC Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connec tor is the standardized 16 cavity connector where diagnostic scan tools interface with the vehicle s on board computer The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel dashboard under or around the drivers side for most vehicles If Data Link Connector is not located under the dashboard there should be a label indicating the location For some 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 s
17. wing e f there are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes present the DTC number and its defi nition will show on the LCD display e The sub code the communication proto MAE eee BITS Ween col the sequence of the DTC currently LELLELELLELLLLELLELLLLELL E being observed and the total number of Solenoid V alvet A codes detected will be displayed on the A e e a upper right hand corner of the display Contr olf 75 e When a DTC s definition covers more Malfunction PU24S than one display screen use the Y but ton as necessary to view any additional information Figure D e If the DTC definition is not available an advisory message prompting you to refer to the vehicle service manual will be observed on the display e If more than one DTC is found use the UP DOWN scroll buttons as necessary until all the codes have been displayed Erasing Codes select Punnett or 1 Read Codes t 2 Erase Codes 3 ECU Information 4 Readiness Test Figure E SKU 96374 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 Note Erasing the Diagnostic Trouble Codes may allow the scan tool to delete not only the codes from the vehicle s on board computer but also Freeze Frame data and manufacturer specific enhanced data Further the I M Readiness Monitor Status for all vehicle monitors is reset to Fail status Do not erase the codes before the system has been checked completely by a technician 1 If you decide to erase
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