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1. Safety Precautions AWARNING Risk of unexpected vehicle movement Block drive wheels before performing a test with engine running rr BERI Unless instructed otherwise PRNDL2 set parking brake put gear selector in neutral for manual transmissions put gear selector in park for automatic transmissions disconnect release mechanism on the automatic parking brake release for testing and reconnect when testing is completed Do not leave a running engine unattended A moving vehicle can cause injury Risk of equipment or circuit damage ACAUTION Unless specifically directed by manufacturer make sure ignition is off before connecting or disconnecting connectors or any vehicle electrical terminals Do notcreate a short between battery terminals with a jumper wire or tools Improper equipment use can cause equipment or circuit damage roooonsossrcrrrrrnrrrrnrrnnnrrnnnnnnrrroros Safety ix Al Misdiagnosis may lead to incorrect or improper repair ACAUTION and or adjustment Do not rely on erratic questionable or obviously erroneous test information or results If test information or results are erratic questionable or obviously erroneous make sure all connections and data entry information are correct and test procedures were performed correctly If test information or results are still suspicious do not us
2. 1 2 Men s ne otek ana M ea ee PERE 1 2 Questions and Responses 1 2 Manual References 1 2 Screens S m ee Rilo cate fme Dm E ae hele 1 2 Getting Started Introduction WE ae hada altace hod wide Ba 2 1 Using the Scanning Suite 2 2 Installing Applications On Included CD 2 3 Vehicle Service Information 2 4 ODIT 2 6 SAE Publications se co ree 2 7 Data Link Connector lt lt 2 8 Data Link Connector lt 5 2 8 OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes 2 9 Using The Scan Tool The Scam Tool REPRE NS 3 1 Specifications venil XX RE A a TES 3 2 Included with Scan 3 2 BIET 3 3 ie RP I ery 3 3 POW Glee irn tn acta tenuta Qin Mess Du 3 4 Internal Battery 0 00 ees 3 4 Vehicle Power 3 5 USB Power s ee ne iA ESI HERUM 3 5 ToC System SEtUP ites ee pa 3 5 Changing Measurement Units 3 6 Changing Display Contrast 3 7 Changing Auto Power Off 3 7 QU
3. Long PID Names Tool Information Display Test Keypad Test 2 Start Display Test Press 2 ENTER 3 Look for Missing Spots All characters display are solid black if there are no bad spots Screen flips back and forth between screens shown below Check for Missing Spots in Display Press BACK to Exit 4 When Done Press amp BACK Key Keypad Test The Keypad Test is used to verify keys are working correctly From System Setup menu 1 Select Keypad Test Use A UP W DOWN arrow key until Keypad Test is highlighted Press 3y ENTER Memory Test 2 Press a KEY Key name or scroll direction should inverse colors on display The only exception is the amp BACK key When amp BACK key is pressed System Setup menu returns V if System Setup menu does not return then amp BACK key is not working correctly Using The Scan Tool Memory Test From System Setup menu 1 Select Memory Test Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Memory Testis highlighted Press 2 ENTER 4 Memory Test may take several minutes to complete 4 Memory Test results display If no problems were played O If RAM fails an error message is shown is shown 2 Return to System Setup menu Press amp BACK detected then PASS is dis O If FLASH fails a checksum V The Memory Test will test RAM and Flash ROM Y Run the Memory Test if the to
4. 5 Return to Select Data to View Menu Press amp BACK 6 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK Record Data v The Record Data function records PIDs while vehicle is parked or being driven v The Record Data function is mainly used for diagnosing intermittent driveability problems that cannot be isolated by any other method V The recording time varies A recording consists of frames of data prior to the trigger and several frames after the trigger Two people must be in vehicle when driving One to ACAUTION drive and the other to operate the Scan Tool From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Record Data Use UPor W DOWN arrow ET key until Record Data is highlighted Press 2 ENTER State OBD Check View De Record Data v Follow all instructions on display The ScanTool can maintain only one recording Make sure to thoroughly review old recording before erasing V ita recording currently exists in memory a message prompting to erase data is displayed Previous recording in memory Do you want to erase it and make one No v Scan Tool validates list of global PIDs from vehicle Diagnostic Menu 2 Refer to View Data to setup Custom List or View Entire List 3 Press ENTER to start recording Collecting Prete igger Data Press ENTER to Trigger Recording v Data continues to be saved until either E O Record memory i
5. Custom Data Long PID Manes English Metric Diagnostic Menu 2 View PIDs on Scan Tool Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key 3 08 gt A F RATIO 14 1 See Appendix A for PID BARO PRE 29 9 Definitions o ENGINE RPH CALC LOAD 83 1 MAF 8 57 V if Long PID Names is turned ON the expanded text for the PID will scroll on the bottom line of display See Long PID Names on page 3 12 If the gf icon displays while a PID is highlighted press ENTER to select PIDs to graph A maximum E of 2 PIDs can be graphed NG SPEED RPM TACE URS ET O Use the gt RIGHT arrow key e to select deselect PIDs The COOLANT F gt highlighted PID from when J ENTER was pressed is already selected I Use the LEFT arrow key to deselect all PIDs O Press ENTER to view graph of selected PIDs CJ When graphing two PIDs use the UP WY DOWN arrow keys to highlight the desired PID which will also display the appropriate scale The symbol in front of the PID text indicates which graph applies to which PID CJ Press the ENTER key to pause the graph Press the ENTER key again to continue graphing 3 Return to PID Screen Press amp BACK 4 Return to Select Data to View Menu Press amp BACK 5 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press Custom List Select The Custom Data Listallows certain PIDs from the View Entire Data List such as those PIDs that apply
6. Make sure someone can hear you or is close enough to provide aid when working near a battery Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby If battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes flush exposed area with soap and water for 10 minutes Seek medical help Do not touch eyes while working near battery Battery acid can burn eyes and skin Safety V Safety Precautions Al Awarn nglAwarn ng Risk of fire es Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Evenif your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Do not position your head directly in front of or over the throttle body Do not pour gasoline down the throttle body when cranking or running the engine when working with fuel delivery systems or any open fuel line Engine backfire can occur when the air cleaner is out of position Do not use fuel injector cleaning solvents when performing diagnostic testing Keep cigarettes sparks open flame and other sources of ignition away from vehicle e Keep a dry chemical Class B fire extinguisher rated for gasoline chemical and electrical fires in work area Fire can cause death or serious injury Awarn ng Awarn ng Risk of flying particles Safety goggle
7. Press ENTER las The Print Data menu shows a check mark next to the items that have data If there isn t a checkmark next to the item then this item can t be selected until the appropriate function is run from the Diagnostic Menu 3 Return to Select Print Data screen Press BACK Code Lookup Code Lookup is used to look up definitions of DTCs stored in the Scan Tool V If Code Lookup is selected from the Main Menu the tool will display Vehicle Selection Selecting a vehicle in Code Lookup from the Main Menu does not change the current previously selected vehicle It is only atemporary change to allow you to lookup DTC for a vehicle other V V than the previous vehicle When selecting Code Lookup from the Diagnostic Menu the tool goes directly to the Enter Code screen since the vehicle was already selected The Scan Tool does not require power from the vehicle to perform this function From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Code Lookup Use A UP or Y DOWN arrow key until Code Lookup is highlighted Press 2 ENTER 2 Enter code characters must be entered Only one character can be changed at a time Use LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow keys to scroll to desired digit Use A UP or W DOWN arrow keys to change selected digit Press 2 ENTER Diagnostic Menu Component Locator Acronyms Review Data ta Enter Desired Code Using Keys Press E
8. 30000 km 10K history DEV4 30000 40000 km deviation of reagent consumption SCR REAG LOW LOW1 LOW2 LOW3 LOW4 SCR inducement system actual state 10K history LOWI 0 10000 km 10K history LOW2 10000 20000 km 10K his tory LOW3 20000 30000 km 10K history LOW4 30000 40000 km reagent level too low SCR REAG WRONG WRONGI WRONG2 WRONG3 WRONG4 SCR inducement system actual state 10K history WRONGI 0 10000 km 10K history WRONG2 10000 20000 km 10K history WRONG3 20000 30000 km 10K history WRONGA 30000 40000 km incorrect reagent SCR SYS ACTIVE SCR inducement system actual state inducement system active SCR DIST ID Distance travelled in current 10K block 0 10000 km SCR DIST IN 2N 3N 4N Distance travelled while inducement system active in current 10K block 1N 0 10000 km 20K block 2N 10 20000 km 30K block 3N 20 30000 km 40K block 4N 30 40000 km SECOND AIR Secondary Air Status ST FTRM Fuel Trim Bank Sensor DID Definitions ST 3 Short Term Fuel Triml or 3 ST FTRM2 4 Short Term Fuel Trim2 or 4 ST SEC FT1 2 3 4 Short Term Secondary O2 Sensor Fuel Trim 1 2 3 4 TAC A CMD B CMD Commanded Throttle Actuator A Control B Control TAC A REL B REL Rel
9. Diagnostic Menu The following O2 Sensor Tests are available 1 Rich to lean sensor threshold voltage 2 Lean to rich sensor threshold voltage 3 Low sensor voltage for switch time 4 High sensor voltage for switch time 5 Rich to lean sensor switch time 6 Lean to rich sensor switch time 7 Minimum sensor voltage test cycle 8 Maximum sensor voltage test cycle 9 Time between sensor transitions 10 Sensor period 11 Manufacturer specific tests From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select O2 Monitor Tests Use UP or VW DOWN arrow key until O2 Monitor Tests is Diagnostic Menu highlighted Vieu Freeze Data m Drive Cyc le Monitor Press ENTER 02 Monitor Tests Diag Monitor Tests On Board Sustens Vehicle Information 2 Select O2 Sensor Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired O2 Sensor is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Y The O2 sensors located upstream before catalyst may perform differently than ones located downstream after catalyst Test IDs are shown for unknown O2 sensor tests 3 View Results of Selection Diagnostic Menu Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key MOD MAX MEAS MIN 4 Return to O2 Sensor Tests menu Press amp BACK 5 Return to Diagnostic Menu E Press amp BACK Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Monitor Tests The Diagnostic Monitor Test function is useful after servicing or after erasing a vehicle s memory Test results do not necessarily indicat
10. J Test performed The test RICH LM performed can be if test is Module not defined Refer to vehicle i ne service manual for details MIN CJ Measured values and units of measured such as volts amps and seconds CAN Vehicles CJ Status of monitor test data Module ID where the monitor test data came from 3 Return to Select Test Menu Press amp BACK key 4 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK key On Board Systems The On Board Systems test allows the Scan Tool to control operation of vehicle components tests or systems Y Some manufacturers do not allow tools to control vehicle systems A vehicle not supporting an on board system is identified by a message that is displayed when selected v Refer to the vehicle service manual for on board systems instructions From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select On Board Systems Use A UP or y DOWN arrow Diagnostic Menu key until On Board Systems i 7 VieuFreezellata IS highlighted Marii Cue s Monitor O2 Monitor Tests Press ENTER miserius Teztz On Board Systens Vehicle Information A list of on board systems and components available for testing are shown on the display 2 Select Test Use A UP or W DOWN arrow RIS key Press 2 ENTER EVAP Systen Test Return to On Board Systems menu Press d BACK key Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK key Y The manufacturer is responsib
11. Air Cooler Temperature Bank 2 Sensor 1 supported Sensor 2 supported CALC LOAD Calculated Engine Load CAT TEMP11 TEMP12 Catalytic Converter Temp Bank1 Temp Bank 3 CAT TEMP21 TEMP22 Catalytic Converter Temp Bank2 Temp Bank 4 CLR DIST Distance since erase CLR TIME Minutes Run since Erase CLR TRPS Warmups Since Erase eocococcecccececccscscccicccccceccceccccececceicco DID Definitions CMD EQ RAT Commanded Equivalence Ratio COOLANT Engine Coolant Temp DPF REG AVGD Average Distance Between DPF Regen DPF REG AVGT Average Time Between DPF Regen DPF REG STAT Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Regen Status DPF REG TYP Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Regen Type DPF REGEN PCT Normalized Trigger for DPF Regen DPF1 DP DPF2 DP Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Bank 1 Delta Pressure Ban k 2 Delta Pressure DPF1_INP DPF2 INP Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Bank 1 Inlet Pressure Bank 2 Inlet Pressure DPF1 INT DPF2 INT DPF Bank 1 Inlet Temperature Sensor Bank 2 Inlet Tempera ture Sensor DPF1_OUTP Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Bank 1 Outlet Pressure Bank 2 DPF2_OUTP Outlet Pressure DPF1_OUTT DPF Bank 1 Outlet Temperature Sensor Bank 2 Outlet Tem DPF2_OUTT perature Sensor ECT 1 2 Engine Coolant Temperature 1 Temperature 2 EGR CMD Comanded EGR EGR ERR Exhaust Gas Recirculation Error EGR_A_ACT B_ACT Actual
12. EGR A Duty Cycle Position B Duty Cycle Position EGR_A_CMD B_CMD Commanded EGR A Duty Cycle Position B Duty Cycle Posi tion EGR_A_ERR B_ERR EGR A Error B Error EGRT 11 21 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 EGRT 12 22 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sensor 2 EGT 11 21 Exhaust Gas Temperature EGT Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 EGT 12 22 Exhaust Gas Temperature EGT Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sensor 2 EGT 13 23 Exhaust Gas Temperature EGT Bank 1 Sensor 3 Bank 2 Sensor 3 PID Definitions EGT 14 24 Exhaust Gas Temperature EGT Bank 1 Sensor 4 Bank 2 Sensor 4 EMIS SUP Emission requirements to which vehicle is designed ENG RUN Time Since Engine Start ENG SPEED Engine RPM EOT Engine Oil Temperature EP 1 2 Exhaust Pressure Sensor Bank 1 Bank 2 EQ RATIO Equivalence Ratio EVAP PURGE Commanded EVAP Purge EVAP VP EVAP Vapor Pressure EVAP VPA Absolute EV AP Vapor Pressure FRP A B Fuel Rail Pressure A B FRP A CMD B CMD Commanded Fuel Rail Pressure A B FRT A B Fuel Rail Temperature A B FUEL LEVEL Fuel Level Input FUEL PRES Fuel Rail Pressure FUEL SYS 1 2 Fuel System 1 Loop Status System 2 Loop Status FUEL TYPE Fuel Type FUEL RATE Engine Fuel Rate FUEL TIMING Fueling Injection Timing GPL STAT Glow Plug Lamp Status IA
13. ENTER 4 to Cont 3 Save Contrast Setting and return to the System Setup menu Press 2 ENTER Changing Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off feature allows the tool to turn off automatically after a selected amount of time when tool is not being used The Auto Power Off feature will only turn the tool off when it is operating on battery power Using The Scan Tool From System Setup menu 1 Select Auto Power Off Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until Auto Power Off is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Print Header y Language Setup 2 Increase or Decrease Auto E Power Off Time Use A UP arrow key to js increase Time e Time Use W DOWN arrow key to iia decrease Time Press ENTER to Cont 3 Save Auto Power Off Time Press 2 ENTER Quick Test Y Quick Testis a feature of the tool that occurs the first time the tool establishes communication with the vehicle after vehicle selection Quick Test displays the results of l M Monitors and Read Codes Quick Test is enabled by default From System Setup menu 1 Select Quick Test Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until Quick Test is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Language Setup 2 Select desired Quick Test choice Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired choice is highlighted 3 Save Quick Test setting Press ENTER Print Header v Print Header selection allows the user to turn off the Scan Tool printing the currently s
14. ES 8 LCD Display backlit 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjustment 9 USB Port provides a USB connection for the computer 10 Serial Number Plate provides serial number of Scan Tool 11 Battery Compartment provides power to the Scan Tool when reprogramming from a personal computer or off vehicle reviewing of codes and printing Using The Scan Tool Specifications Display Backlit 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjust Operating Temperature 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Storage Temperature 4 to 158 F 20 to 70 C Internal Power 4 AAA Batteries External Power 7 to 16 Volts Y Aminimum of 8 0 V is required for most control modules to operate properly in a vehicle Dimensions Height x Width x Depth 4 07 103 4mm x 7 05 179 1mm x 1 63 41 4mm Included with Scan Tool Table 1 Included with Scan Tool Part Part Description CD The CD contains the Scanning Suite PC Application Refer to page 2 2 for how to use the CD USB Cable Used to print and upgrade tool software Carry Case Place to store the Scan Tool when tool is not in use Quick Start A short version of the user manual which explains enough tool Manual functionality to get you started using your Scan Tool 4 Replacement Parts are available from the manufacturer by contacting customer service Phone at 1 800 MAC TOOLS 8 00 8 00 EST Monday Friday Display The display has a la
15. Pressure Sensor See MAP Sensor BBV Brake Boost Vacuum Sensor BCM Body Control Module Boost Control Solenoid A solenoid energized by the PCM to control turbo supercharger boost pressure Brake Switch Signal An input signal to the PCM indicating the brake pedal is being pressed This signal is typically used to disengage Cruise Control systems and Torque Converter Clutch TCC solenoids See also TCC CAM Camshaft Position Sensor Sends a frequency signal to the PCM in order to synchronize fuel injector and spark plug firing Catalytic Converter Designed to reduce exhaust emissions CAN Controller Area Network CARB California Air Resources Board Governing body for emissions control in California CKP REF Crankshaft Position Reference CKP Crankshaft Position See CPS CKT Circuit Closed Loop CL A feedback system using the O2 Sensor s to monitor the results of combustion Based on the signal s from the O2 sensor s the PCM modifies the air fuel mixture to maintain optimum performance with lowest emissions In closed loop mode the PCM can fine tune control of a system to achieve an exact result CMP Camshaft Position Sensor CO Carbon Monoxide odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion Code Scanner A device that interfaces with and communicates information via a data link Continuous Memory Codes See Pending Codes CPS Crankshaft Position Sensor Sends a frequenc
16. Ree ae PS 4 19 Custom List Select llle 4 21 Record Dala ocn 22 0 Del i RR De bee Hank 4 23 View Freeze 4 25 Drive Cycle 4 27 2 MonNitorTestsn e usa baud Sowa gets tok 4 30 Diagnostic Monitor Tests 4 33 On Board lt 4 36 Vehicle 4 37 Modules Present ici o Oe EIE GRE ERE HER RR 4 40 Troubleshooting Error Messages mei rinore on E a E E esee hn 5 1 Scan Tool Does Not Power 5 1 Vehicle Communication 5 2 Operating Error or Erroneous 5 3 Battery Replacement 5 3 Tool Self oes e Sle ee oe ca acta acta 5 5 Technical Support 5 5 Appendix A PID Definitions Appendix B Glossary Declaration of Conformity Limited Warranty ToC Safety Precautions For your safety read this manual thoroughly before operating your Scan Tool Always refer to and follow safety messages and test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested The safety messages presented below and throughout this user s manual are reminders to the operator to
17. SFI or SEFI Sequential Fuel Injection or Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection A fuel injection system using one or more injectors for each cylinder The injectors are mounted in the intake manifold and are fired individually Solenoid A device consisting of an electrical coil which when energized produces a magnetic field in a plunger which is pulled to a central position A solenoid may be used as an actuator in a valve or switch STFT Short Term Fuel Trim STS Service Throttle Soon TAC Throttle Actuator Control TBI Throttle Body Injection A fuel injection system having one or more injectors mounted in a centrally located throttle body as opposed to positioning the injectors close to an intake valve port TBI is also called Central Fuel Injection CFI in some vehicles TCC Torque Converter Clutch TCM Transmission Control Module TCS ED Control System for PCM and brakes TDC Top Dead Center When a piston is at its uppermost position in the cylinder TFP Transmission Fluid Pressure Glossary TFT Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Throttle Body A device which performs the same function as a carburetor in a fuel injection system On a throttle body injection TBI system the throttle body is both the air door and the location of the fuel injectors On port fuel injection systems PFI MPFI SFI etc the throttle body is simply an air door Fuel is not added until the injectors at each intake port are acti
18. are made during a 1 minute period E V ita key is pressed prior to the Scan Tool powering off the backlighting for the display will turn back on v The Scan Tool must be attached to the vehicle to perform diagnostic functions The Scan Tool disables the diagnostic functions when powered from the internal batteries v Each time the Scan Tool is powered up voltage of the internal battery is checked Hain Menu Wehicle Diagn O If voltage is low the Low Component Locator Battery Symbol ae Revieu Data displays on screen Pansies i CJ Replace the battery using Code ookun instructions provided in Battery Replacement If the Scan Tool will not be used for an extended ACAUTION period of time remove the batteries to prevent battery leakage from damaging the battery compartment Using The Scan Tool Vehicle Power When the Scan Tool is connected to the vehicle s DLC the tool is powered by the vehicle and will automatically turn on once connected USB Power When the tool is connected to a Personal Computer PC via the USB cable the tool will automatically power up v Refer to Scan Tool Does Not Power Up in section 5 Troubleshooting on page 5 1 if there are problems System Setup 4 System Setup allows Measurement units to be changed Display contrast to be changed Auto Power off time to be changed Print Header to be turned ON or OFF Scan Tool informati
19. be copied except in ordinary backup procedures TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have any questions on the operation of the product please call Tech services at 1 800 MAC TOOLS REPAIR SERVICE Please contact Technical Support for troubleshooting and service options prior to sending any unit in for repair To send a unit in for repair go to www Repairtrack spx com and follow the online instructions This website will also have the latest Service policies and service center locations If you do not have internet access please call 1 800 MAC TOOLS MAC Tools Tech Support Services 1 800 MAC TOOLS 2011 SPX All rights reserved Todos los derechos reservados Tous droits r serv s P N 0002 002 3152
20. displays O Verify ignition key is in the ON and not in the ACCESSORIES position Make sure the DLC Cable is attached to vehicle DLC and Scan Tool Look at DLC and check for cracked or recessed pins or for any substance that could prevent a good electrical connection Test for continuity between the DLC wiring and the computer In an extreme case there may be a broken wire Check for bent or broken pins With the engine off check for blown fuses in the vehicle fuse box Make sure the vehicle s control module has a good ground If the computer case is grounded then clean the connection and apply a conductive dielectric grease to the mating surfaces With the key on engine off KOEO verify battery voltage is at uu a least 8 0V O Verify the control module is not defective Refer to the service manual to diagnose the control module Scan Tool Does Not Power Up Y Review Safety Precautions before troubleshooting If Scan Tool will not power up communicate with vehicle s control module pass Scan Tool self tests or functions incorrectly in any other way do the following Check and replace the batteries if needed Clean the DLC pins Disconnect and reconnect DLC making sure it is connected correctly Check vehicle battery to make sure at least 8 0 volts is present Contact customer service With the engine off check for blown fuses in the vehicle fuse box 000 Vehicle Commun
21. for combustion For example an A F ratio of 14 1 denotes 14 times as much air as fuel in the mixture Ideally the A F ratio is 14 7 1 ABS Anti lock Brake System A C Clutch Relay The PCM uses this relay to energize the A C clutch turning the A C compressor on or off A C Pressure Sensor Measures air conditioning refrigerant pressure and sends a voltage signal to the POM A C Pressure Switch A mechanical switch connected to the A C refrigerant line The switch is activated sending a signal to the PCM when the A C refrigerant pressure becomes too low or high Actuator Actuators such as relays solenoids and motors allow the PCM to control the operation of vehicle systems Air Injection Reaction AIR System An emission control system operated by the PCM During cold starts an air pump injects outside air into the exhaust manifold to help burn hot exhaust gases This reduces pollution and speeds warm up of oxygen sensors and catalytic converters After the engine is warm the air will either be dumped back to the atmosphere or into the air cleaner assembly or sent to the catalytic converter APP Acceleration Pedal Position Sensor ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation Bank x The standard way of referring to the bank of cylinders containing cylinder x In line engines have only one bank of cylinders Most commonly used to identify the location of oxygen sensors See O2S Sensor x Sensor x BARO Barometric
22. if the desired results were achieved A fuel delivery system usually operates in open loop mode during cold engine warm up because the oxygen sensors are not yet ready to send a signal Without the oxygen sensor signal the computer cannot E the actual results of combustion PCM Powertrain Control Module The brains of the engine and transmission control systems housed in a metal box with a number of sensors and actuators connected via a wiring harness Its job is to control fuel delivery idle speed Glossary spark advance timing and emission systems The PCM receives information from sensors then energizes various actuators to control the engine The PCM is also known as the ECM Engine Control Module Pending Codes Also referred to as Continuous Memory codes and Maturing Diagnostic Trouble Codes Pending Codes may be set by emission related powertrain components and systems If the fault does not occur after a certain number of drive cycles the code is erased from memory PID Parameter Identification Identifies an address in memory which contains vehicle operating information PNP Park Neutral Position A switch that tells the PCM when the gear shift lever is in the Park or Neutral position When in Park or Neutral the PCM operates the engine in an idle mode PROM Programmable Read Only Memory The PROM contains programming information the PCM needs to operate a specific vehicle model engine combination PS
23. not smoke strike a match or cause a spark in the vicinity of the battery Battery gases can ignite eeooososoosossososcooscccsceocscccecccccccccccccccccci Safety iii Safety Precautions Safety Avoid making an accidental connection between the battery terminals Do not place uninsulated metal tools on the battery When removing battery cables remove the ground cable first Avoid sparks when connecting or disconnecting power leads to the battery Make sure ignition is off headlights and other accessories are off and vehicle doors are closed before disconnecting the battery cables This also helps prevent damage to on board computer sys tems Always disconnect the battery ground connections before servicing electrical system components Explosion can cause injury Risk of poisoning Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per hour Engine exhaust contains odorless gas which can be lethal Route the exhaust outside while testing with the engine running Poisoning can result in death or serious injury YC Safety Precautions Battery acid is a highly corrosive sulfuric acid S E Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn ES by the operator and any bystanders Even if your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection
24. to a specific driveability symptom or system to be selected a From Select Data to View menu 1 Select Custom Data List Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until Custom Data List is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Long PID Names English Metric 2 Select View Instructions or Not Use LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow key Do uou want to view instructions for Press J ENTER 3 Select PIDs to View Use UP or WY DOWN arrow keys to move up and down list e The gt RIGHT arrow selects or deselects data parameter TPS 189 Y TFS 18 All selected data values are ENGIME C 185 marked with a Y symbol Y 185 The LEFT arrow deselects all marked data parameters The ENTER key starts recording data or displaying selected data parameters V if Long PID Names is turned ON the expanded text for the PID will scroll on the bottom line of display See Long PID Names on page 3 12 E Y Selected PIDs are kept until you exit View Data and return to the Diagnostic Menu 4 View PIDs on Scan Tool Use UP or W DOWN arrow key KYA 3 68 See Appendix A for PID Definitions LBM 8 57 V ifthe gi icon displays while a PID is highlighted press ENTER to select PIDS to graph Press lt BACK key to Return to PID Screen v Refer to View Entire List on page 4 19 for instructions on how to select PIDs to graph and how to view graph
25. very useful function To guarantee no faults exist make sure all monitors are functional or N A and no DTCs exist v Refer to the vehicle service manual for the drive cycle operation 4 During normal driving conditions the vehicle computer scans the emission system After a specific amount of drive time each monitor has specific driving conditions and time required the monitors decide ifthe vehicle emission system is working correctly as well as detecting out of range values When the monitor status is ok vehicle was driven enough to complete the monitor inc Incomplete vehicle was not driven enough to complete the monitor N A Not Applicable vehicle does not support that monitor 4 Depending on vehicle disconnecting or a discharged battery may erase DTCs and clear monitor status Y Monitors may be cleared by Erasing codes CJ Vehicle control modules losing power WM Monitors can be done key on engine running KOER or key on engine off KOEO v Extreme weather and or road conditions can prevent a monitor from running Also some monitors may require a cold start to complete Diagnostic Menu From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select M Monitors Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until Monitors is highlighted Press 2 ENTER State Den View Data Two types of Monitors test are O Since DTCs Cleared shows status of the monitors since the DTCs were last eras
26. An ET1505AN ET1505ANX E TaskConnect Scan Tool Information Complete the following list using the function Tool Information Provide this information when contacting customer support Serial No SW ID HW Ver Boot Ver Prod ID Board ID Burn Date Burn Loc If you have questions or concerns contact Technical Support Phone 1 800 MAC TOOLS Mail MAC Tools Repairs 4380 Old Roberts Rd Columbus Ohio 43228 Copyright Information Copyright 2011 SPX Corporation All rights reserved The information specifications and illustrations in this guide are based on the latest information available at the time of printing SPX Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice Table of Contents Safety Precautions Read All Instructions 00 RA eee i Safety Messages i Type Styles ii Icons used 4 Ree PRR eas e PIS ii Important Safety Messages iii Using This Manual Safety Messages 1 1 Gheck Note cade deat dp ke ode E DOES A E Gas RES 1 1 Equipment Tips and 515 1 1 Equipment Damage 0 0 0 1 1 Functions and lt
27. F A CMD B CMD Commanded Intake Air Flow A Control B Control IAF A REL B REL Relative Intake Air Flow A Position B Position IAT Intake Air Temp IAT 11 21 Intake Air Temperature Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sen IAT 12 22 Intake Air Temperature Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sen sor 2 IAT 13 23 Intake Air Temperature Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 3 Bank 2 Sen sor 3 ICP A B Injection Control Pressure A B DID Definitions A CMD B CMD Commanded Injection Control Pressure A B IDLE TIME Total Idle Run Time IGN ADV Timing Advance LAMBDAII 21 02 Sensor Lambda Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 LAMBDA12 22 02 Sensor Lambda Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sensor 2 LT FTRMI Long Term Fuel Trim 1 or 3 LT FTRM2 Long Term Fuel Trim 2 or 4 LT SEC FT1 2 3 4 Long Term Secondary O2 Sensor Fuel Trim 1 2 3 4 HD 4 Mass Air Flow A MAP A B Manifold Absolute Pressure A B MIL DIST MIL DIST MIL STATUS Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL TIME Minutes Run by MIL activated MST Manifold Surface Temperature N D STAT Auto Trans Neutral Drive Status N G STAT Manual Trans Neutral Gear Status NNTE Stat NOx NTE control area status NOX 11 21 NOx Sensor Concent
28. ICK TOS ne eme kann hs hide meno ee 3 9 Print Header 2 02 2 es a ue rM 3 10 Language Setup sisar cc een nennen 3 11 Long PID Names ooo tex d 3 12 View Tool 3 13 Display lest un decent en eR eek ee bg UR ege 3 14 Keypad Test di DE 3 15 Memory Test sls RR dee adie nn AS 3 16 Program Mode 244 eee 3 17 Vehicle Specific 3 18 Review Data c bb e EINE Ux I UA RUE EA 3 18 Recording an A OP EA ee QU ae ae 3 19 Print Datai s certe ERA AES Seas ee 3 21 COE LOOKUP se ecu i ie Le png ode be oe anes 3 22 Connecting The Scan 3 24 Vehicle Selection 3 24 MAC TOOLS CONNECT Feature 3 27 AGCIONIVITIS PC 3 30 Component 3 31 Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic 4 2 I M Monitors Emissions 4 4 os ear UE QD eri X nior WEM Ao mute 4 7 Er se Godes 2 no si st na tae ce CEN EUER NS 4 13 MIL Statusites 2 2 i de gata al ce ERROR UE 4 15 State 4 16 View Data meque xu RR oe PATERE ies 4 18 View Entire List coin cit e RR
29. L Status Codes Found CJ Monitors Y Erase Codes deletes DTCs and clears I M Monitors from vehicle computer module s Y The State OBD Check function has the following areas MIL STATUS ON or OFF Number of Codes Found Number of Monitors OK Number of Monitors Inc O Number of Monitors N A Y State OBD Check should be done with the key on engine running KOER due to showing MIL status Y The number of codes found are Global II Confirmed codes and Permanent codes Pending codes are not included The number of Monitors that are either OK INC or NA are only Since DTCs Cleared and not This Drive Cycle wv Refer to Read Codes and I M Monitors for more detailed information about the results From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select State OBD Check Diagnostic Menu Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until State OBD Check is highlighted Press 2 ENTER IM Monitors View Data 2 View State OBD Check Display State OBD Check 2 Monitors 3 3 Return to Diagnostic Menu Monitors Inc 3 Press View Data The View Data function allows real time viewing of the vehicle s computer module Parameter Identification PID data As the computer monitors the vehicle information is simultaneously transmitted to Scan Tool Y View data allows the following items to be viewed on the Scan Tool O Sensor data J Operation of switches Operation of so
30. L is a DTC that is not emission related and did not turn on the MIL light O The screen at right shows dashes for the DTC number and a MIL code of 213 The dashes will be shown if a DTC number does not exist for the MIL code J Active is a DTC that was present at the time of Scan Tool Request 4 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK aes Eisen FPiec3 ENG Immobilizer Write Failure HON PIL more ENG EGR Position HI m ul DIETER ENG IAT Sensor 1 Ckt Hiah Diagnostic Menu Erase Codes The Erase Codes function deletes DTCs and M Monitor data from vehicle s control module s Perform this function key on engine off KOEO Do not start the engine Y The Erase Codes function may also erase View Freeze Data O2 Monitor Tests and Diagnostic Monitor Test results depending on vehicle Y The Erase Codes function sets monitors to inc Y Perform Erase Codes function only after systems have been checked completely and DTCs have been written down Y After servicing the vehicle erase stored DTCs and verify no codes have returned If a DTC returns problem has not been fixed or other faults are present Y Permanent DTCs can not be erased with the Erase Codes function 4 Depending on which monitor sets a code the vehicle may need to be driven and the monitor ran before concluding that the fault is repaired From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Erase Codes Use A UP or y DOWN arrow Diagno
31. NTER e Hhen Done Y Some vehicles may have an additional screen asking in which system to look for a code If definition could not be found the Scan Tool displays No DTC Definition Found See Service Manual Using The Scan Tool To enter another DTC press amp BACK PESTS Harnina Buzzer Malfunction Y Press amp BACK again to return to the Diagnostic Menu or Main Menu Connecting The Scan Tool To diagnose a vehicle connect the DLC cable to the vehicle s DLC Refer to Data Link Connector DLC on page 2 8 of Getting Started If you just want to power up the tool to do self tests code lookup review or printing data from the last vehicle tested then you do not need to attach the cable to the DLC The internal battery provides power for this For more information on OBD II connectors go to http www obdclearinghouse com oemdb E Vehicle Selection 3 24 AutolD first appeared in 2000 but was not an OBD Il mandated requirement forthe vehicle to provide the VIN to a tool until 2005 Vehicles between 2000 and 2004 may or may not support AutoID but vehicles after 2005 should support AutolD M Ifthe tool is on a vehicle newer than database coverage the tool will AutolDTM as MY II EOBD or 2012 OBD II EOBD From Main Menu 1 Select Vehicle Diagnostics Use A UP or W DOWN arrow Main Menu key until Vehicle Diagnostics is highlighted ESB Lor Pr ENTER Acronyms Prin
32. PS Power Steering Pressure Switch Purge Solenoid Controls the flow of fuel vapors from the carbon canister to the intake manifold The canister collects vapors evaporating from the fuel tank preventing them from escaping to the atmosphere and causing pollution During warm engine cruise conditions the PCM energizes the Purge Solenoid so the trapped vapors are drawn into the engine and burned PWM Pulse Width Modulated PZM Platform Zone Module QDM Quad Driver Module RAM Random Access Memory Relay An electromechanical device in which connections in one circuit are switched Reluctance Sensor Atype of sensortypically used to measure crankshaft or camshaft speed and or position driveshaft speed and wheel speed ROM Read Only Memory Permanent programming information stored inside the PCM containing the information the PCM needs to operate a specific vehicle model engine combination RPM Revolutions Per Minute SAE Society of Automotive Engineers Scan Tool A device that interfaces with and communicates information on a data link SDM Sensing and Diagnostic Module Sensor x A standard term used to identify the location of oxygen sensors Sensor 1 is located upstream of the catalytic converter See O2S Bank 1 Bank 2 Sensor Any device that reports information to the PCM The job of the sensor is to convert a parameter such as engine temperature into an electrical signal thatthe PCM can understand
33. Uncontrolled ignition of the air fuel mixture in the cylinder Also referred to as detonation or ping Knock indicates extreme cylinder pressures or hotspots which are causing the air fuel mixture to detonate prematurely KOEO Key On Engine Off Turn the ignition key to on but don t start the engine KOER Key On Engine Running Start the vehicle LCD Liquid Crystal Display LTFT Long Term Fuel Trim M T Manual transmission or manual transaxle MAF Mass Air Flow sensor Measures the amount and density of air entering the engine and sends a frequency or voltage signal to the PCM The PCM uses this signal in its fuel delivery calculations MAP Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor Measures intake manifold vacuum or EN pressure and sends a frequency or voltage signal depending on sensor type to the PCM This gives the PCM information on engine load for control of fuel delivery spark advance and EGR flow MAT Manifold Air Temperature sensor A resistance sensor in the intake manifold that sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the incoming air The PCM uses this signal for fuel delivery calculations MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp The MIL is most commonly known as the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light A required on board indicator to alert the driver of an emission related malfunction Misfire Caused by the air fuel ratio being incorrect Monitor A test performed by
34. and Oxygen Sensors Automotive Emission Control Manual Fuel Injection Automotive Electrical Manual Automotive Electrics and Electronics Automotive Sensors Electronic Transmission Control Emission Control Technology Engine Management or similar titles 1 800 662 6200 1 800 nissan1 1 800 333 4542 1 800 222 5500 1 822 759 2114 1 800 SUBARU3 1 800 255 6727 Not Available 1 888 MITSU2004 1 800 934 0934 1 800 347 7707 1 800 242 4637 1 800 423 4595 1 888 724 6742 1 800 697 2533 Getting Started OBD Il On board diagnostics version Il OBD II is a system the Society of Automotive Engineers SAE developed to standardize automotive electronic diagnostics Since1996 most new vehicles sold in the United States are fully OBD II compliant Technicians can use the same tool to test II compliant vehicle without special adapters SAE established guidelines to provide E gt O uauuiuuiu A universal data link connector called the DLC with dedicated pin assignments A standard location for the DLC visible under the dash on driver s side A standard list of diagnostic trouble codes DTCs to be used by all manufacturers A standard list of parameter identification PID data to be used by all manufacturers Ability for vehicle systems to record operating conditions when a fault occurs Expanded diagnostic capabilities to record codes whenever a condition occurs affecting vehicle emissions Ability
35. ations Example IMPORTANT Failure to follow these instructions could damage the Scan Tool Using This Manual 1 2 Functions and Selections Diagnostic and tool functions performed by the Scan Tool are highlighted in bold Example The View Data function allows you to view the vehicle s parameter identification PID data in real time Menus The menus on the Scan Tool display are referenced in the procedures and are highlighted in bold italic text Example When the Main Menu displays the Scan Tool is ready for use Questions and Responses Messages and user responses are CAPITALIZED Example The Scan Tool displays the pending DTCs or a message stating SYSTEM PASS NO FAULT DETECTED Manual References Used to reference other sections of the manual References include the Title and page number section page Example For more information on DTCs refer to OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs on page 2 9 Screens Certain help messages information and data that are displayed on the scan tool are also shown in graphical text boxes The screens are presented as examples and may change as the software is updated Example Component Locator Acronyms Revieu Data Print Data y Code Lookup Section 2 Getting Started A Introduction The Scan Tool was developed by experts in the automotive service industry to help diagnose vehicles and assist in troubleshooting procedur
36. ative Throttle A Position B Position TCA CINP TCB CINP Turbocharger Compressor Inlet Pressure Sensor A Pressure Sensor B TCA CINT TCB CINT TCA COUT TCB COUT Turbocharger A Compressor Inlet Temperature Turbocharger B Turbocharger A Compressor Outlet Temperature Turbochar ger B TCA RPM TCB RPM Turbocharger A RPM B RPM TCA TCOUT TCB TCOUT Turbocharger A Turbine Outlet Temperature Turbocharger B TCA TINT TCB_TINT Turbocharger A Turbine Inlet Temperature Turbocharger B THROT CMD Commanded Throttle Actuator Control TPG Absolute Throttle Position G TQ ACT Actual Engine Percent Torque TQ DD Driver s Demand Engine Percent Torque TQ MAX1 2 3 4 5 Engine Percent Torque At Point 1 Idle Point 2 3 4 5 TQ REF Engine Reference Torque TROUB CODE Code causing the Freeze Frame VEH SPEED Vehicle Speed VGT A ACT B ACT Variable Geometry Turbo A Position Turbo B VGT A CMD B CMD Commanded Variable Geometry Turbo A Position Turbo B VGT A STAT B STAT Variable Geometry Turbo A Control Status Turbo B VPWR Control Module Voltage WG A ACT B ACT Wastegate A Position B Position WG A CMD B CMD Commanded Wastegate A Control B Control PID Definitions Appendix B Glossary AAA AAA ET A C Air Conditioner A D Analog to Digital Air Fuel ratio The proportion of air and fuel delivered to the cylinder
37. cal specification number assigned by the SAE J1962 The DLC is located under the dashboard on the driver s side of the vehicle If the DLC is not located under the dashboard as stated a decal describing its location should be E attached to the dashboard in the area the DLC should have been located Lab LZ Y Data Link Connector Pins 1 Manufacturer Reserved 2 J1850 Bus Manufacturer Reserved Chassis Ground Signal Ground CAN High J 2284 7 KLine ISO 9141 2 amp ISO DIS 14230 4 8 Manufacturer Reserved 9 Manufacturer Reserved Manufacturer Reserved 10 1850 Bus CAN Low J 2284 11 Manufacturer Reserved L Line ISO 9141 2 amp ISO DIS 14230 4 12 Manufacturer Reserved Battery Power OBD Il Diagnostic Trouble Codes Y J2012 and ISO 15031 6 are standards for all diagnostic trouble codes DTCs established by the SAE International Organization for Standardization ISO and other governing bodies O Codes and definitions assigned by these specifications are known as Generic OBD II codes O OBD II requires compliance to these standards for all cars light trucks APVs MPVs and SUVs sold in the United States CJ Codes not reserved by the SAE are reserved for the 2 manufacturer and referred to as Manufacturer Specific Codes Y DTCs are used to help determine the cause of a problem or problems with a vehicle CJ DTCs consist of a five digit alphanumeric code C The DTCs format an
38. canning Suite to determine if updates are available for your tool by clicking Check for Update button Y You can also configure the Scanning Suite Frequency SS Frequency to automatically check every xx minutes The default frequency is 30 minutes Installing Applications On Included CD 1 Close all programs on the computer 2 Place the CD in CD Drive v If CD does not start automatically a TEE O Select the Start button ao O Select Run Po T Enter XASetup exe in Open Box on open orca nonmen Computer and select OK Start P 193 aaa _ O X is the CD ROM drive letter on the computer zy hated Teea a Open X 5etup exe v Enter Ok Cancel Browse 3 Follow screen prompts on the computer to install the applications Vehicle Service Information The following is a list of web sites and phone numbers where electronic engine control EEC diagnostic information is available Y Some manuals may be available at your local dealer auto parts stores or local public libraries Domestic Vehicles General Motors E Chevrolet Pontiac Oldsmobile Buick Cadillac Saturn Ford Ford Lincoln Mercury Chrysler Chrysler Dodge Plymouth Eagle European Vehicles Audi Volkswagon BMW MINI Jaguar Volvo Mercedes Benz Land Rover Porsche Saab Asian Vehicles Acura Honda Lexus Scion Toyota Hyundai Web Site www chevrolet com www pontiac co
39. d general code types are shown below Bx Body Chassis Px Powertrain m Ux Network Comm Specific Fault Designation x 0 1 20r3 Vehicle Specific System Example P0101 Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range Performance Problem Powertrain Codes Body Codes POxxx Generic SAE BOxxx Generic SAE P1xxx Manufacturer Specific B1xxx Manufacturer Specific P2xxx Generic SAE B2xxx Manufacturer Specific P30xx P33xx Manufacturer Specific B3xxx Generic SAE P34xx P39xx Generic SAE Network Communication Chassis Codes UOxxx Generic SAE COxxx Generic SAE U1xxx Manufacturer Specific C1xxx Manufacturer Specific U2xxx Manufacturer Specific C2xxx Manufacturer Specific U3xxx Generic SAE C3xxx Generic SAE Within each category Powertrain Chassis Body and Network of DTCs there are assigned ranges for different vehicle systems Getting Started Section 3 Using The Scan Tool The Scan Tool 1 DLC Cable provides connection for vehicle interface 2 ON OFF key turns power ON or OFF 3 ENTER key selects displayed items 4 4 LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow keys selects YES or NO and selects data parameters for custom data list 5 A UP or Y DOWN arrow keys moves selection UP or DOWN 6 MAC TOOLS CONNECT allows the operator to access vehicle specific repair information 7 amp BACK key goes to the previous screen or level
40. e a faulty component or system Y Non CAN vehicles Diagnostic Monitor Testreceives test results for emission related powertrain components and systems that are not continuously monitored Y CAN vehicles Diagnostic Monitor Test receives test results for emission related powertrain components and systems that are and are not continuously monitored Y Vehicle manufacturer is responsible for assigning test and component IDs From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Diag Monitor Tests Use A UP or y DOWN arrow Diagnostic Menu key until Diag Monitor Tests Vieu Freeze Data im highlighted Drive Cucle is Press 2 ENTER On Board Syste y Vehicle Information 4 Applicable Diagnostic Monitor Tests are displayed 2 Review test results displayed on Scan Tool Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired test results is highlighted Press 2 ENTER T T T T T T Non CAN Vehicles OR Y Referto appropriate vehicle service manual for test IDs E and definitions E Bi Catalyst Be CAN Vehicles Diagnostic Menu Y On Non CAN vehicles the Scan Tool displays CJ Test data test ID O Maximum value MAX 18 O Test measurements MEAS MER B O Minimum value MIN Hin CJ Status STS CJ Measurements and Specification values are Non CAN Vehicles hexadecimal numbers i e 1A FE 11 J Module MOD OR Y On CAN vehicles Scan Tool displays
41. e them for diagnosis Improper repair and or adjustment may cause vehicle or equipment damage or unsafe operation DANGER Some vehicles are equipped with air bags Follow service manual warnings when working around air bag components or wiring If service manual instructions are not followed an air bag may deploy unexpectedly resulting in injury Note an air bag can still deploy several minutes after ignition key is off or even if vehicle battery is disconnected because of a special energy reserve module An air bag opening can cause injury nenne Section 1 Using This Manual A This manual contains instructions for the use and setup of your Scan Tool Safety Messages Refer to Safety Precautions on page Safety i Check Note A check note provides additional information about the subject in the preceding paragraph Example 4 English is the default measurement unit Equipment Tips and Lists Equipment tips and lists provide information that applies to specific equipment Each tip is introduced by this icon for easy identification Example C Observe all vehicle and or equipment manufacturer s cautions and warnings when testing with the Scan Tool Equipment Damage Situations arise during testing that could damage the vehicle or the test equipment The word IMPORTANT signals these situ
42. ed J This Drive Cycle shows status of monitors since the start of the current drive cycle Refer to the vehicle service manual for more detailed information on emission related monitors and their status Y Some vehicles do not support This Drive Cycle If vehicle supports both types of monitors the I M Monitors Menu displays 2 View Summary of Monitor Status Use UP or W DOWN arrow key if required Y Depending on Monitor Test one of these 2 screens will be present Thiz Dr Misfire ok Misfire Monitor Fuel System Mon ok Fuel System Mon ok Come Component ok Compe Component ok Catalyst Ben inc Catalyst Mon inc y Htd Cata lust nera y Euap Se vee a on ok Evar System Mon ok OR Diagnostic Menu Abbreviations and names for OBD II Monitors supported by the Scan Tool are shown below They are required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA Not all monitors are supported by all vehicles Monitors Expanded Name Misfire Monitor Fuel System Mon Misfire Monitor Fuel System Monitor Comp Component Comprehensive Components Monitor Sec Air System Catalyst Mon Catalyst Monitor Htd Catalyst Heated Catalyst Monitor Evap System Mon Evaporative System Monitor Secondary Air System Monitor A C Refrig Mon Air Conditioning Refrigerant Monitor Oxygen Sens Mon Oxygen Sensor Monitor Oxygen Sens Htr Oxygen Sensor Heater Mon
43. ed to play back a recording v This function is very similar to View Data The only difference is that View Data is real time viewing of PIDs while Recording is a viewing of previously recorded PIDs From the Review Data menu 1 Select Recording Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until Recording is highlighted vaz Monitor Tests 2 Play Back Recording V The Recording has frame number and timestamp in seconds C ET ENGINE esc CJ Negative frames and AF RATIO 14 1 e id ma 4 timestamps indicate data ene 53 1 recorded before trigger event FRAME 6 6 8 Positive frames and timestamps indicate data recorded after trigger event O Use A UP or W DOWN arrow keys to view recorded PID data of each frame I Use LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow keys to scroll back and forth through frames O See Appendix A for PID Definitions Using The Scan Tool J If graphing is available for selected PID the gf icon is located on the side of the screen Press ENTER to select PIDS to graph A maximum of two PIDS can be graphed O Use the RIGHT arrow kev to select deselect PIDS The highlighted PID from when ENTER was pressed is already selected I Use LEFT arrow key to deselect all PIDs E O Press ENTER to view graph of selected PIDs I ABS TPS gt 7 ENG SPEED RPM si oo m A A FRAME amp TM FRAME TM V The t
44. elected vehicle prior to the retrieved vehicle data when selecting items from the Print Data menu Y For example if your currently selected vehicle is a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette W 6 2L this information would print at the top of the page for the data you are printing From System Setup menu 1 Select Print Header E Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Print Header is highlighted gt Auto Power OFF Press ENTER m Print Header Language Setup 2 Select desired Print Header choice Use AA UP or WY DOWN arrow key until desired choice is highlighted Print Header 3 Save Print Header setting Press 2 ENTER Using The Scan Tool Language Setup 4 Language Setup selection allows the user to change the language used by the Tool 4 English is the default language From System Setup menu 1 Select Language Setup Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until Language Setup is highlighted Press 2 ENTER 2 Select desired Language Setup choice Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired choice is highlighted Francais 3 Save Language Setup setting Press 2 ENTER Long PID Names 4 Long PID Names allows the user to enable disable the tool scrolling the complete PID name on the bottom line of the display while viewing Live Data or viewing Freeze Data From System Setup menu 1 Select Long PID Names Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Long PID Names is
45. ent Permanent codes are a special type of confirmed code Permanent codes began being reported by vehicles around 2010 and therefore not sup ported by every vehicle While Confirmed Codes can be erased by the Tool Permanent Codes cannot Permanent Codes are erased by the vehi cle when the vehicle has determined the fault is no longer present SCI Hex On some vehicles the code returned by the vehicle is not known by the Scan Tool If this happens the Scan Tool will display this type along with the code number Active DTC that was present at the time of Scan Tool request Stored DTC that was not present at the time of Scan Tool request Several screen examples are shown on the following pages Diagnostic Menu J In this example module MOD 18 is reporting the P8113 MOD 18 IAT Sensor 1 M Circuit High Input A J In this example the Engine Module is reporting a History dof Code The 10 is the engine mo ENG 18 module address Reference Voltage M Low m O MIL indicates this DTC has turned on the MIL light iof3 Felis ENG IAT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input A O Pending indicates a Global OBD II pending code P1561 TRANS Veh Speed Sensor M Out of range Self Test n 4 icon indicates that the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key is active Press the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key to display repair information Refer to MAC TOOLS CONNECT Diagnostic Menu CJ Non MI
46. ervice Solutions Brook Park Ohio USA April 27 2011 Limited Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO ORIGINAL RETAIL BUYERS OF SPX ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS UNITS SPX Units are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year 12 months from date of delivery This warranty does not cover any Unit that has been abused altered used for a purpose other than that for which it was intended or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use The sole and exclusive remedy for any Unit found to be defective is repair or replacement the option of SPX In no event shall SPX be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages including lost profit whether based on warranty contract tort or any other legal theory The existence of a defect shall be determined by SPX in accordance with procedures established by SPX No one is authorized to make any statement or representation altering the terms of this warranty DISCLAIMER THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOFTWARE Unit software is proprietary confidential information protected under copyright law Users have no right in or title to Unit software other than a limited right of use revocable by SPX Unit software may not be transferred or disclosed without written consent of SPX Unit software may not
47. es The Scan Tool monitors vehicle events and retrieves codes from the vehicle s control modules to help pinpoint problem areas All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available from industry sources at the time of publication No warranty expressed or implied can be made for its accuracy or completeness nor is any responsibility assumed by the manufacturer or anyone connected with it for loss or damages suffered through reliance on any information contained in this manual or misuse of accompanying product The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes at any time to this manual or accompanying product without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes Using the Scanning Suite CD Y The included CD is NOT required to operate the Scan Tool Install the CD application prior to connecting the Scan Tool to the PC Y Some of the items included on the CD are Manuals included with Scan Tool E CJ Tool update software CJ Adobe Acrobat Reader Installer O Print Capture v Tobe able to use the included CD the PC must meet the following minimum requirements O Microsoft Windows 2000 XP Vista and 7 CD ROM Drive CJ Adobe Acrobat Reader Internet Explorer 4 0 or newer O Screen Resolution of 800 x 600 f screen resolution is 800 x 600 in Display Properties Settings Tab set Font Size to Small Fonts Y Use S
48. exercise extreme care when using this test instrument Read All Instructions Read understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual and on the test equipment Safety messages in this section of the manual contain a signal word with a three part message and in some instances an icon Safety Messages DANGER Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage All safety messages are introduced by a signal word The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation The types of safety messages are Indicates a possible hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury to operator or bystanders Indicates a possible hazardous situation which if not AWARNING avoided could result in death or serious injury to operator or bystanders Indicates a possible hazardous situation which if not ACAUTION avoided may result in moderate or minor injury to operator or bystanders Indicates a condition which if not avoided may result MPORTANT in damage to test equipment or vehicle rooocncossrcrnrrrnrrnrnrrnrrnnnnnnrnrrrnrroor Safety WN Type Styles Used Safety messages contain three different type styles Normal type states the hazard Bold type states how to avoid the hazard e Italic type states the possible consequences of not avoiding the hazard Icons Used An icon when present gives a graphica
49. f values When the monitor s status is ok vehicle has been driven enough for function inc Incomplete vehicle was not driven enough to complete all of the monitors n a Not Applicable vehicle does not support that monitor v Clear Monitors by O Erasing Codes O Vehicle Computer Module losing power on some vehicles From the Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Drive Cycle Monitor Use A UP W DOWN arrow Diagnostic Menu key to highlight Drive Cycle Monitors Press 2 ENTER On Board Sustens Vehicle Information Y Two types of Drive Cycle Monitors are O SINCE DTCs CLEARED shows status of the monitors since the DTCs were last erased O THIS DRIVE CYCLE shows status of monitors since start of current drive cycle Refer to the vehicle service manual for more detailed information on emission related monitors and their status Y Some vehicles DO NOT support Drive Cycle Monitors If vehicle supports both types of Drive Cycle Monitors the Menu will display 2 View Summary of Monitor Status Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key if required 3 Depending on the Drive Cycle Monitors one of these 2 screens will be present Diagnostic Menu OR inc Y TheScanTool display is continuously updated Monitors that are OK will disappear and only the inc monitors will remain displayed Monitors designated n a are not displayed a Y When all M
50. highlighted TER Or Press 2 ENTER 2 Select desired Long PID Names choice Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired choice is highlighted 3 Save Long PID Names setting Press ENTER View Tool Information This function allows you to view specific tool information that may be needed when contacting customer service From System Setup menu 1 Select Tool Information Use UP or W DOWN arrow SS key until Tool Information is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Languag Long es Tool Information 2 View Information O Serial Number Serial No O Software ID SW ID O Hardware Version Tool Information erialHo 10002076 5n SH ID BASH HW Ver 1 Boot Ver 1 O Boot Version Boot Ver Prod ID 54 Board ID etat O Product ID Prod ID O Board ID Board ID O Burn Date Burn Date Burn Location Burn Loc 3 Write Down Scan Tool Information Space is provided on inside front cover of this manual to record the Scan Tool information 4 Return to Setup Tool Menu Use the amp BACK key OR Use the N ENTER Key Using The Scan Tool Display Test The Display Test is used to check the display Y The test fills every pixel of the display with a solid black character From System Setup menu 1 Select Display Test Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until Display Test is highlighted Print Header Language Setup
51. ication Fault The vehicle s control module s enters into an unrecoverable state 1 Turn vehicle key to OFF position Wait 10 seconds ac eng cq Press ENTER key DPF For 16 Seconds Press ENTER To Reset Tool Operating Error or Erroneous Data An Operating Error or Erroneous Data occurs if vehicle s computer s stop s communicating with Scan Tool 1 Make Selection Use LEFT or gt RIGHT LINE ERROR arrow key Press 2 ENTER TES HO Y See Error Messages on page 5 1 for possible causes Battery Replacement a The Scan Tool requires 4 AAA alkaline batteries for operation without vehicle power Y When the batteries need replacing the low battery icon is displayed 4 Rechargeable batteries do not last as long as alkaline types and are not recommended 4 Non rechargeable Lithium Li battery can be used Though Lithium types last longer than the alkaline types they are more expensive Troubleshooting 1 Place Display Face Down On non abrasive surface 2 Remove Battery Cover Turn phillips screw counterclockwise Slide battery cover off 3 Remove Batteries and Prop erly Discard 4 Install New Batteries 4 AAA Alkaline Batteries 5 Reinstall Battery Cover Slide battery cover on Install phillips screw turning it clockwise Do not overtighten screw Tool Self Tests Tool Self Tests check the display keys and inte
52. icle moves faster to give the PCM vehicle speed information used to determine shift points engine load and cruise control functions VTD Vehicle Theft Deterrent Warm up Cycle Warm up cycle is when the engine coolant temperature rises at least 40 degrees above that at engine start up WOT Wide Open Throttle The vehicle operating condition brought about when the throttle is completely or nearly open The PCM typically delivers extra fuel to the engine and de energizs the A C compressor at this time for acceleration purposes The PCM uses a switch or the TPS to identify the WOT condition Declaration of Conformity This product is declared to be in compliance with the European RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC which restricts the following substances in electrical and electronic equipment 2002 95 EC Substance Maximum Concentration Cadmium Cd 100 ppm Hexavalent Chromium CrVI 1000 ppm Lead Pb 1000 ppm Mercury Hg 1000 ppm Polybrominated Biphenyls PBB 1000 ppm Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers PBDE 1000 ppm This product is declared to conform to the following standard under the EMC directive 89 336 EEC EN 61326 1 2006 Disposal Information This product should be disposed of separately from household waste When the product reaches its end of life dispose of it according to local laws and regulations Mich tna Matthew Koran Hardware Development Manager SPX Corporation S
53. il vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid refrigerant and other debris Fuel oil vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid refrigerant and other debris can cause serious injury eesoososoooosoosococsoscccocsoccccccccccccccecccccc Safety vii Safety Precautions Al AwarnincllAwarnnc Engine compartment contains electrical connections and AWARNING s E 3 hot or moving parts Keep yourself test leads clothing and other objects clear of electrical connections and hot or moving engine parts Do not wear watches rings or loose fitting clothing when working in an engine compartment Do not place tools or test equipment on fenders or other places in engine compartment Barriers are recommended to help identify danger zones in test area Prevent personnel from walking through test area Contacting electrical connections and hot or moving parts can cause injury Risk of injury The Scan Tool should be operated by qualified personnel only Use the scan tool only as described in the user s manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments Do not operate the Scan Tool with damaged cables Do not operate the Scan Tool if it has been dropped or damaged until examined by a qualified service representative Operation of the Scan Tool by anyone other than qualified personnel may result in injury Safety
54. itor EGR VVT Sys Mon Exhaust Gas Recirculation or variable valve timing monitor NMHC Cat Mon Non Methane Hydrocarbon Catalyst Monitor NOX Treat Mon Nitrogen Oxide Treatment Monitor Boost Pres Mon Boost Pressure Monitor Exhst Gas Sensr Exhaust Gas Sensor PM Filter Mon Particulate Matter Filter Monitor 3 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK Read Codes V The Read Codesfunction allows the Scan Tool to read the DTCs from the vehicle s control modules DTCs are used to help determine the cause of a problem or problems with a vehicle These codes cause the control module to illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp MIL when emission related or driveability fault occurs MIL is also known as service engine soon or check engine lamp V Read Codes can be done with the key on engine off KOEO or with the key on engine running KOER From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Read Codes Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Read Codes is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Stat View Data i a ti DA p F iJ m 28 2 If more than one module is supported a menu is displayed Use UP or W DOWN arrow DBD TI EGED a i ABS key until desired choice is Transmission highlighted Engine All of the Above Press 2 ENTER Diagnostic Menu J v If no DTCs are present a message stating System Pass No Faults Detected is displayed If you selected All of the Above fr
55. iz 68 25 DC IPT CAL ID 4 MOD 84 AIR Mon Comp 00 4F 1918 156 G 6070 i4 CAL ID MOD 06 AIR Mon Cond 00 4F 0910 566 0616 15 In the above examples Module 00 and 04 returned data Scroll down to view information CVNs are shown as hexadecimal numbers v Abbreviations and names for in use performance tracking data supported by Scan Tool are shown below Not all data is supported by all vehicles Diagnostic Menu Abbreviated Name Expanded Name In Use Perf In Use Performance Tracking Tracking OBD Mon Cond OBD Monitoring Conditions Encountered Counts Ignition Cycles Ignition Counter Cat Comp Bank x Catalyst Monitor Completion Counts Bank x Cat Cond Bank x Catalyst Monitor Conditions Encountered Counts Bank x O2 Comp Bank x O2 Sensor Monitor Completion Counts Bank x O2 Cond Bank x O2 Sensor Conditions Encountered Counts Bank x EGR Mon Comp EGR Monitor Completion Condition Counts EGR Mon Cond EGR Monitor Conditions Encountered Counts AIR Mon Comp AIR Monitor Completion Condition Counts Secondary Air AIR Mon Cond AIR Monitor Conditions Encountered Counts Secondary Air EVAP Mon Comp EVAP Monitor Completion Condition Counts EVAP Mon Cond EVAP Monitor Conditions Encountered Counts V if message INVALID displays on screen then data returned from the vehicle is incorrect or is not formatted in accordance with OBD II specification 4 Ret
56. l description of a potential hazard Example AWARNING AWARNING Engine systems can malfunction expelling fuel oil vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid Ey refrigerant and other debris Safety goggles and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Even if everyday eyeglasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Engine systems that malfunction can cause injury Safety n Safety Precautions Important Safety Messages Risk of electric shock Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs indicated in the Specifications Use extreme caution when working with circuits that have voltage greater than 60 volts DC or 24 volts AC Electric shock can cause injury AwaRNiNG AwanNiNG Risk of explosion e Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Evenif everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Do not use this scan tool in environments where explosive vapors may collect These areas include below ground pits confined areas areas that are less than 18 inches above floor Use this Scan Tool in locations with mechanical ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per hour Flammable fuel and vapors can ignite Do
57. le for determining the criteria to automatically stop test Refer to appropriate vehicle service manual Vehicle Information The Vehicle Information function allows the Scan Tool to request the vehicle s VIN number calibration ID s which identifies software version in vehicle control module s calibration verification numbers CVN s and in use performance tracking Y Vehicle Information function applies to model year 2000 and newer OBD II compliant vehicles The Scan Tool cannot verify if data is correct for scanned vehicles CVNS are calculated values required by OBD II regulations The CVN calculation may take several minutes S S SN are reported to determine if emission related calibrations have been changed Multiple CVNs may be reported for a control module Y In use performance tracking tracks performance of key I M Monitors From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Vehicle Information Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Vehicle Information Diagnostic Menu Vieu Freeze Data m highlighted Drive Cuc le Monitor Press ENTER O2 Monitor Tests Diag Monitor Diagnostic Menu 2 Select information to view from Menu Use UP or Y DOWN arrow key to highlight desired selection Press 2 ENTER 3 View Information Supported by Vehicle Use UP or W DOWN arrow key if required AAA E WIN 4 Mod 18 CVM 1 Mod 84 SGEDVESLESDZ7E166 Sn 3B 87 AE CVM 2 Mod 88
58. lected in Step 2 use the UP or y DOWN arrow key to highlight Doneztic V EE les European Vehicles OBD I EOBD Asian Vehicles O Domestic Vehicles Prev B3 Corvette O European Vehicles Asian Vehicles O Previous Vehicle Press Jy ENTER V you wish to select a vehicle other than the previous vehicle then choose between OBD II EOBD Domestic Vehicles European Vehicles or Asian Vehicles and continue making selections until the vehicle selection is complete Using The Scan Tool Turn vehicle key off for 10 seconds TEUER Turn vehicle key backto the on sys Please turn the position key off for 18 seconds then Press ENTER on the Scan en Tool Press ENTER Y tocontinue f vehicle power is not detected a screen is shown to verify tool connection a verify the tool onnected to the vehicle with the ignition key turned on Press ENTER ey to cont V if you select a vehicle different than your previous vehicle all retrieved vehicle data currently stored in your tool will be erased Y if you select the previous vehicle all stored vehicle data will be retained until it is overwritten by the corresponding function selected from the Diagnostic Menu MAC TOOLS CONNECT Feature MAC Tools Connect is an experience based database derived from over 4 7 million phone calls from technicians seeking assistance diagnosing repair problems on their vehicles MAC Tools Connect bri
59. lenoids J Operation of relays Y View data can be shown as O Entire Data List E J Custom Data List 4 Apart from Read Codes View Data is the most useful diagnostic function for isolating the cause of a vehicle operation problem From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select View Data Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until View Data is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Stat D Check vien Data Diagnostic Menu 2 Observe while Scan Tool validates PID MAP Validating PIDs FID AY Please bait PID MAP validation is the Tool asking the vehicle which PIDs are supported See Appendix A for a complete list of PIDs supported by the Tool 4 Multiple PIDs may be sent if vehicle is equipped with more than one computer module for example a powertrain control module PCM and a transmission control module TCM The Scan Tool identifies them by their identification names ID assigned by manufacturer i e a 10 or 14 If one or more control module stops responding the Scan Tool displays a message O If continuing dashes will replace data in right hand column CJ If no is selected then the Scan Tool attempts to re establish communication with that module View Entire List View Entire List shows all supported PID data for the vehicle being tested From Select Data to View menu 1 Select Entire Data List Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until Entire Data List is highlighted Press 2 ENTER
60. m www oldsmobile com www buick com www cadillac com www saturn com www ford com www lincoln com WWW mercury com www chrysler com www dodge com Not Available Not Available www audi com WWW VW com www bmw com www mini com www jaguar com www volvo com www mercedes benz com www landrover com www porsche com www saab com www acura com www honda com www lexus com www scion com www toyota com www hyundai com Phone Number 1 800 551 4123 1 800 551 4123 1 800 551 4123 1 800 551 4123 1 800 333 4CAD 1 800 553 6000 1 800 392 3673 1 800 392 3673 1 800 392 3673 1 800 348 4696 1 800 348 4696 1 800 348 4696 1 800 348 4696 1 800 544 8021 1 800 544 8021 1 201 307 4000 1 201 307 4000 1 800 4 JAGUAR 1 800 458 1552 1 800 367 6372 1 800 637 6837 1 800 PORSCHE 1 800 955 9007 1 800 999 1009 1 800 999 1009 1 800 255 3987 1 866 70 SCION 1 800 GO TOYOTA 1 800 633 5151 Getting Started Infiniti www infiniti com Nissan www nissanusa com Kia www kia com Mazda www mazda com Daewoo www daewoo com Subaru www subaru com Isuzu www isuzu com Geo Not Available Mitsubishi www mitsubishi com Suzuki www suzukiauto com Other Manuals Chilton Book Company www chiltonsonline com Haynes Publications www haynes com Bentley Publishers www bentleypublishers com Repair Information Programs Mitchell www mitchell1 com ALLDATA www alldata com Suitable Manual Titles Diagnostic Service Manuals PowerTrain Codes
61. m where you pressed the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key press amp BACK Acronyms Y The Acronyms function allows the user to view acronyms and abbreviations used by the Scan Tool From Main Menu or Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Acronyms Use UP or W DOWN arrow keys until Acronyms is Diagnostic Menu highlighted Press ENTER Reuieulata Print Data Cade Lookup System Setup 2 Select Alphabetical group range for desired Acronym Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired group range is highlighted Press 2 ENTER 3 Select Acronym Use A UP or Y DOWN arrow key until desired acronym is highlighted Press 2 ENTER Using The Scan Tool 4 View Selected Acronym Press ENTER to return to Menu where Acronyms was originally selected Component Locator 4 Component Locator provides a vehicle specific location of components found on the selected vehicle It is a useful companion function to MAC TOOLS CONNECT MAC TOOLS CONNECT will indicate components that repaired a problem associated with a DTC and Component Locator provides the location of the component 4 Component Locator can be selected from the Main or Diagnostic menus Since Component Locator provides vehicle specific component locations a previous vehicle must be stored in the Scan Tool From Main Menu or Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Component Locator Use A UP or W DOWN arrow keys until Component Loca
62. ngs the technology of professional diagnostic technicians to a triage scan tool Don t waste time trying to find the answer With the information MAC Tools Connect offers it takes vehicle repairs to the next level The Top Reported Fixes are the most probable solutions to the vehicle problem and are a shortcut for troubleshooting efforts In order for MAC Tools Connect to work you must select IMPORTANT your specific vehicle during vehicle selection A Global OBD Il vehicle selection will not provide any MAC Tools Connect information The power of MAC Tools Connect is that repair information is vehicle and trouble code specific and is based on the largest experience based database available MAC Tools Connect information is available whenever the MAC Tools Connect iconis visible on the display The MAC Tools Connect icon has the potential of being displayed while trouble codes are being displayed from Read Codes or while Viewing Freeze Frame data Also when you print codes to your PC the MAC Tools Connect information if available will also be printed Y MAC ToolsConnect information is currently only available in English so if your tool is setto Spanish or French don t be alarmed if your DTC text is in one language and your MAC Tools Connect information is shown in English Using The Scan Tool 3 28 How to use MAC Tools Connect M 1 When the icon is shown on the display press the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key While viewing tro
63. ns Ground GND An electrical conductor used as a common return for an electric circuit s and with a relative zero potential voltage Hall Effect Sensor Any of a type of sensor utilizing a permanent magnet and a transistorized Hall Effect switch Hall Effect type sensors may be used to measure speed and position of the crankshaft or camshaft for spark timing and fuel injector control HO2S Heated Oxygen Sensor See 025 HVAC Heating Ventilation amp Air Conditioning System I M Inspection and Maintenance An emission control program IAC Idle Air Control A device mounted on the throttle body which adjusts the amount of air bypassing a closed throttle so that the PCM can control idle speed Glossary IAT Intake Air Temperature Sensor ICM Ignition Control Module IMRC Intake Manifold Runner Control IPC Instrument Panel Cluster ISC Idle Speed Control A small electric motor mounted on the throttle body and controlled by the PCM The PCM can control idle speed by commanding the ISC to adjust its position ISO International Organization of Standardization also known as International Standards Organization KAM Keep Alive Memory Knock Sensor KS Used to detect engine detonation or knock The sensor contains a piezoelectric element and is threaded into the engine block Special construction makes the element sensitive only to engine vibrations associated with detonation Knock
64. odes placed in the vehicle s memory when the trouble orig inally occurred and will remain there even if the trouble has been cor rected If no trouble after 50 engine warm up cycles the DTC will be erased Confirmed Confirmed codes are reported when a component sensor or other part of the vehicle is indication a malfunction is present Current Intermittent Codes transmitted through the PCMs data stream when a trouble condi tion is active and cannot be erased The problem must be repaired to remove the DTC Indicates the current code has been set at least once but possibly not enough to cause a history code to be stored MIL Indicates that this DTC has turned on the MIL light Pending Pending codes are also referred to as continuous monitor or maturing codes An intermittent fault causes the control module to store a code in memory If the fault does not occur within a certain number of warm up cycles depending on vehicle the code clears from memory If fault occurs a specific number of times the code matures into a DTC and the MIL illuminates or blinks This function can be used with KOEO or KOER Non MIL DTC that is not emission related and did not turn on the MIL light MIL Code This DTC type also has a number with it indicating that this is the code number turning on the MIL Vehicle service manuals may refer to this number instead of the one listed in the DTC number field Perman
65. ol has trouble CJ Playing back recorded data CJ Displaying trouble code definitions guage Setup ona PID Names Information INT INT FLASH Press BACK To Exit Using The Scan Tool Program Mode The Program Mode is used for updating the Scan Tool Instructions are provided with upgrades Refer to Using the Scanning Suite CD Tool Information on page 2 2 Display Test Using The Scan Tool Vehicle Specific Features Review Data The Review Data function allows the user to view the information from the previous vehicle tested Y Scan Tool does not require power from the vehicle to use the 3 18 Review Data function 1 Select Review Data Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Review Data is highlighted Press 2 ENTER vehicle Diag Component Locato Revia Print Data Code Lookup 2 Follow prompts and instructions provided by Scan Tool and then select item whose data you wish to review The Review Data menu shows a checkmark next to the item s that has data If there isn t a checkmark next to the item then this item can t be selected until the appropriate function is run from the Diagnostic Menu Review Data State OBD Check Recording VieuFreezellata 4 amp zz Monitor Tests 4 Only one function Recording needs detailed instructions Using The Scan Tool Recording The Recording function is us
66. ol of an actuator EBCM Electronic Brake Control Module EBTCM Electronic Brake Traction Control Module ECM Engine Control Module or Electronic Control Module ECT Engine Coolant Temperature sensor See CTS EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory EFE Early Fuel Evaporation EFI Electronic Fuel Injection Any system where a computer controls fuel delivery to the engine by using fuel injectors EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation The PCM uses the EGR system to recirculate exhaust gases back into the intake manifold to reduce emissions EGR is used only during warm engine cruise conditions EOP Engine Oil Pressure Switch EOT Engine Oil Temperature Sensor EPA Environmental Protection Agency ESC Electronic Spark Control An ignition system function that warns the PCM when knock is detected The PCM then retards spark timing to eliminate the knocking condition EST Electronic Spark Timing An ignition system that allows the PCM to control spark advance timing The PCM determines optimum spark timing from sensor information engine speed throttle position coolanttemperature engine load vehicle speed Park Neutral switch position and knock sensor condition EVAP Evaporative Emissions System FC Fan Control Freeze Frame A block of memory containing DTCs of the vehicle operating conditions for a specific time FTP Federal Test Procedure Strict test of vehicle emissio
67. om the Select Module menu then all of the codes will be No faults detected displayed as if you picked all menu items individually 3 View and write down the DTCs Use the UP or W DOWN arrow keys O The screen at the right shows where the Read Codes DTC information is located DTC Description DTC Number number of the trouble code that you will find in vehicle service information X of Y Indication that you are viewing code x of y where x is the code you are viewing of the total y Module This field is where the name of the module e g ENG or address of the module e g Mod 10 or both are shown ENG 10 The table below describes modules supported Diagnostic Menu Module Description ENG Engine or powertrain module TRANS Transmission module XFER Transfer case module ABS Anti lock Brake System module HYB Hybrid module MOD XX This is the Module Address for the OBDII EOBD Module reporting the DTC SRS This is used for Air Bags modules DTC Description This area is reserved for the text describing the trouble code listed in the DTC number field DTC Type This area is reserved for providing additional information about the DTC Multiple DTC types may be possible for a given DTC number Not all vehicles support DTC types The table on the next page describes possible DTC types Diagnostic Menu DTC Type Description History Intermittent c
68. on to be viewed Display to be checked Operation of the keypad to be checked Memory of the tool to be checked Scan Tool to be upgraded Language to be changed Quick Test to be turned ON or OFF Scan Tool License to be viewed Long PID names to be turned ON or OFF v20o00 00020 00000 From Main Menu 1 Select System Setup Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until System Setup is highlig hted Component Locator fici anumz Press ENTER Revieu Data Print Data Using The Scan Tool Changing Measurement Units 4 English is the default measurement unit Y Measurement units can be changed in View and Record Data From System Setup screen 1 Select English Metric Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until English Metric is highlighted COR EE Auto Power OFF Press 2 ENTER Auto Pouer Frint Header Language Setup 2 Select Desired Measurement Unit Es le Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired unit is M highlighted 3 Save Measurement Setting Press 2 ENTER Using The Scan Tool Changing Display Contrast From System Setup screen 1 Select Adjust Contrast Use A UP or W DOWN arrow key until Adjust Contrast is highlighted Press 3y ENTER Quick Test Print Header Language Setup 2 Increase or Decrease Display Contrast Use UP arrow key to increase Contrast Use y DOWN arrow key to Darken decrease Contrast Y Lishten Press
69. onitors are OK the following Screen is shown OR All Supported All Supported Monitors are Monitors are Press ENTER e to Cont Press ENTER e to Cont 4 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press BACK O2 Monitor Tests OBD II regulations require applicable vehicles monitor and test oxygen O2 sensors to determine problems related to fuel and emissions The O2 Monitor Tests allows retrieval of completed O2 sensors monitor test results Y The O2 Monitor Tests is not an on demand test O2 sensors are not tested when selected via the menu O2 sensors are tested when engine operating conditions are within specified limits If the vehicle communicates using a controller area network CAN O2 monitor tests are not supported by vehicle A message is displayed See Diagnostic Monitor Tests on page 4 33 to see O2 monitor data Y 02 sensors are located before upstream and after downstream catalyst s Sensors are named xy for their position to both cylinder banks and catalysts The O2 sensor for cylinder bank 1 has prefix 1y while O2 sensor for cylinder bank 2 has prefix 2y The O2 sensor upstream of catalyst closest to engine has suffix x1 while O2 sensor downstream of catalyst has suffix x2 If vehicle contains more catalysts O2 sensor downstream of second catalyst has suffix x8 and O2 sensor downstream of next catalyst has suffix x4 O For example 02521 is upstream O2 sensor for cylinder bank 2
70. pendix A for PID Definitions a F ENGINE RPM cz CALC LOAD Ed MAF LEAM a 57 if Long PID Namesis turned ON the expanded text for the PID will scroll on the bottom line of the display See Long PID Names on page 3 12 Diagnostic Menu M 4 icon indicates that the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key is active Press the MAC TOOLS CONNECT key to display repair information Refer to MAC TOOLS CONNECT 4 Select another frame to view if available Press amp BACK 5 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK Diagnostic Menu Drive Cycle Monitor The Drive Cycle Monitor function is very similar to the I M Monitors though the Drive Cycle Monitoris used to view REAL TIME operations of the Emissions System on OBD II vehicles Y Drive Cycle Monitor continuously updates as the vehicle reports operations of the Emission System Two people must be in vehicle when driving One to ACAUTION drive and the other to operate the Scan Tool v Refer to the vehicle service manual for the drive cycle operation Y Drive Cycle Monitor can be used if you want to drive the vehicle until all of the monitors are OK g 4 During normal driving conditions the vehicle computer scans the emission system After a specific amount of drive time each monitor has specific driving conditions and time requirements the computer s monitors will decide if the vehicle emissions system is working correctly or not as well as detecting out a range o
71. ration Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 NOX 12 22 NOx Sensor Concentration Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sensor 2 NOX LEVEL HI HII SCR inducement system actual state 10K history 0 10000 km 10K history HI2 10000 20000 km 10K history HI3 20000 30000 km 10K history HI4 30000 40000 km NOx emission too high NOX ADS DESUL NOx Adsorber Desulfurization Status NOX ADS REGEN NOx Adsorber Regen Status NWI TIME Total Run Time by the Engien whicle NOx warning mode is activated O2S O2 Voltage or Current indicates Bank Sensor O2S11 PCT O2821 PCT 02 Sensor Concentration Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 PID Definitions 02812 PCT 02522 PCT 02 Sensor Concentration Bank 1 Sensor 2 Bank 2 Sensor 2 OBD2 STAT OBD Status OUT TEMP Ambient Air Temp PM 11 PM 21 PM Sensor Mass Concentration Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 2 Sen sor 1 PNTE Stat PM NTE control area status PTO STATUS PTO Status PTO STAT Power Take Off PTO Status PTO TIME Total Run Time With PTO Active REAG_DEMD Average Demanded Reagent Consumption REAG_LVL Reagent Tank Level REAG_RATE Average Reagent Consumption REL FRP Relative Fuel Rail Pressure REL TPS Relative Throttle Position RUN_TIME Total Engine Run Time SCR REAG DEV DEVI DEV2 DEV3 DEV4 SCR inducement system actual state 10K history DEV1 0 10000 km 10K history DEV2 10000 20000 km 10K his tory DEV3 20000
72. rge viewing area for displaying messages instructions and diagnostic information The back lit liquid crystal display LCD is a 128 x 64 pixel display O Characters used to help operate the Scan Tool are Y Indicates information is available for an item or multiple items Indicates additional information is available on previous screen by using the A UP arrow key 1 Indicates additional information is available on next screen by using the Y DOWN arrow key Indicates internal batteries need replaced or are not installed n MN Indicates MAC TOOLS CONNECT Key is active Indicates graphical viewing available Keypad The keypad is used to move through the different menus of the Scan Tool The Scan Tool software is designed for ease in operating and navigating through menus Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean keypad ACAUTION or display Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth Do not soak keypad as water may seep inside the ACAUTION Scan Tool Power Internal Battery 4 Battery power is not required to use tool V key on Scan Tool turns tool on and off O Press and hold D ON OFF key for at least 1 second to turn on Scan Tool Y The Scan Tool will automatically turn OFF after a user selectable period of inactivity when powered from the internal batteries Y When powered from the internal batteries the Scan Tool turns off the backlighting for the display if no key presses
73. riangle below the graph indicates the position of the frame in the graph I Use the LEFT and gt RIGHT arrow keys to scroll back and forth through graph When graphing two PIDs use the UP or Y DOWN arrow keys to highlight the desired PID which will also display the appropriate scale The symbol in front of the PID text indicates which graph applies to which PID Y Different vehicles communicate at different speeds and support a different number of PIDs Therfore the maximum number of frames that can be recorded varies 3 Return to Review Data Menu Press amp BACK Using The Scan Tool Print Data SN SN NN The Print Data function allows the printing of diagnostic information stored in the Scan Tool The Scan Tool s internal battery power can be used to print data Use the Print Header function to turn On Off printing vehicle information prior to printing data Make sure you have previously installed the PC software in Using the CD Launch Scanning Suite and then start printing application Follow all instructions on PC 1 Select Print Data Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until Print Data is anne highlighted a Id Press Jy ENTER Susten Setup On the Print Data menu Print All prints all data collected by the Scan Tool When printing a Recording Start Frame and End Frame need to be defined 2 Select Data To Be Printed Use UP or Y DOWN arrow key
74. rnal memory Y Refer to Using The Scan Tool section of the manual for the operation procedures for Scan Tool self tests Technical Support Toll Free Number 1 800 MAC TOOLS Troubleshooting 56 eee ee E ee E EEEE EEEE Appendix A PID Definitions NOTE Although there are in excess of 300 PIDS the Tool only displays the PIDs the vehicle supports Tool Description ABS FRP Absolute Fuel Rail Pressure ABS LOAD Absolute Load Value ABS TPS B C Throttle Position B C ABSLT TPS Absolute Throttle Position ACC POS D Accelerator Pedal D E F ACC POS REL Relative Accelerator Pedal Position AECDI_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 1 Timer 1 Active 2 Timer Active AECD10_TIMEI TIME 2 AECD11_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 10 Timer Active 2 Timer Active Total Run Time with EI AECD 11 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD12_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 12 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD13_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 13 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD14_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 14 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD15_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 15 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD16_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 16 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD17_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 17 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Ac
75. s O A new vehicle is selected CJ Scan Tool is flash programmed to update software V Oninitial link to vehicle Scan Tool checks the status of I M Monitors no matter which function is selected Diagnostic Menu Review Data Print Data Code Lookup and System IMPORTANT Setup are covered in section 3 of this manual These items are not covered in this section V The Diagnostic Menu is broken down into the following selections a0a0o00000 0000000000 atus 1 M Monitors Read Codes State DBD Check Erase Codes in Bee MIL Status State OBD Check View Data Record Data View Freeze Data Drive Cycle Monitor O2 Monitor Tests Diag Monitor Tests On Board Systems Vehicle Information Modules Present Component Locator Acronyms Review Data Print Data M Monitors DTCs Codes State OBD Check Recording View Freeze Data O2 Monitor Tests Diag Monitor Tests Vehicle Information Modules Present List Continued O Code Lookup O System Setup English Metric Adjust Contrast Auto Power Off Quick Test Print Header Language Setup Long PID Names Tool Information Display Test Keypad Test Memory Test Program Mode Diagnostic Menu I M Monitors Emissions The I M Monitors Inspection Maintenance function is used to view a snapshot of the operations for the emission system on OBD vehicles Y I M Monitors is a
76. s and protective gloves must be worn by the operator and any bystanders while using electrical equipment Electrical equipment or rotating engine parts can cause flying particles Evenif your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Flying particles can cause eye injury Safety vi Ce Safety Precautions WARNING Risk of burns we Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld jewelry to metal Remove jewelry such as rings bracelets and watches before working near batteries Short circuits can cause injury Risk of burns Do not remove radiator cap unless engine is cold Pressurized engine coolant may be hot Do not touch hot exhaust systems manifolds engines radiators sample probe Wear insulated gloves when handling hot engine components Tester leads can become hot after extended testing in close proximity to manifolds Hot components can cause injury Awarn nslAwarn ng Risk of expelling fuel oil vapors hot steam hot toxic exhaust gases acid refrigerant and other debris Safety goggles and protective clothing must be worn by the operator and any bystanders Evenif your everyday glasses have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses and may not provide adequate protection Engine systems can malfunction expelling fuel o
77. s full CJ Operator presses ENTER Piste vend e Frame xx Fress EHTER e to End Recording Y Scan Tool recording times vary A recording consists of frames of data prior to trigger and several frames after trigger 4 After recording Scan Tool displays a prompt to Playback Data Answer No to return to Diagnostic Menu Answer Yes to display recorded data to Recording for instructions on how to Playback Data Playback Data View Freeze Data 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 View Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission related fault View Freeze Data can be overwritten by faults with a higher priority If codes were erased View Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle memory depending on vehicle From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select View Freeze Data Use A UP or Ww DOWN arrow Diagnostic Menu key until View Freeze Data is ien Freeze Da t highlighted Drive Cyc le Monitor Pr ENTER 02 Monitor Tests SES Diag Monitor Tests On Board Systens Vehicle Information 2 Select Frame if more than 1 frame is present Use A UP or Y DOWN arrow key Long PID Names M Press ENTER English Metric 3 View PIDs on Scan Tool Use A W DOWN arrow key See Ap
78. stic Menu key until Erase Codes is highlighted Man re Press 2 ENTER 5 TT DBDC heck Vieu Data 4 If diagnostic results and codes are not to be erased select No and press ENTER Are you sure you want to Erase Diagnostic Results and Codes ves SO Diagnostic Menu Selecting No displays a Com mand Cancelled message Command Cancel led Press BACK lt To Exit 2 Select Yes to erase diagnostic results and codes E Are sure uou Use LEFT arrow key ne Diagnostic Results Press ENTER and Codes No 3 If more than one module is supported a menu is Select Module displayed Use UP or W DOWN arrow ARS key until desired choice is Transmission highlighted Engine All of the Above Press 2 ENTER 4 Observe Command Sent message is displayed Press Y ENTER 5 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press 2 ENTER Diagnostic Menu MIL Status From Diagnostic Menu 1 Select MIL Status Use UP or WY DOWN arrow key until MIL Status is highlighted Press 2 ENTER 2 View MIL Status Press ENTER to return to Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu LM Monitors Read Codes View Data MIL is ON MIL Lamp Should be ON if Engine is Running Press ENTER to Cont Diagnostic Menu State OBD Check The State OBD Check function is used to display a basic status of the vehicle OBD system CJ Malfunction Indicator Lamp MI
79. t Data Code Lookup Use UP or W DOWN arrow key to select AutoID Manual or Prev If the vehicle is a year 2000 or PI INS newer select AutolDTM diei If the vehicle is 1999 or older cago 2004 vehicles nau orifthe vehicle is 2000 to 2004 but does not support AutoID select Manual and go to Step 3 elf the previously tested vehicle listed after Prev is desired select Prev If this is the first time the Tool has been used the space after Prev will be blank Press 2 ENTER Using The Scan Tool A Turn Key Off screen will display After 10 seconds turn key On If the Turn Key DFF vehicle is supported the VIN number and essential vehicle data will display Use the LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow soon Sen key to select YES or NO Press ENTER e to continue elf YES is selected the Tool may display more selections to further select the vehicle because not every aspect of vehicle identification is contained in the VIN Is this correct If NO is selected the Tool YES NO proceeds to manual selection Press 2 ENTER Y The OBD II EOBD selection is provided for vehicles that are not listed Itis a good idea to always select your specific vehicle when listed to get the most benefit from your tool V if you have previously selected a vehicle it will appear as a menu selection after Asian vehicles On the screen shown the 2003 Corvette is the previous vehicle 3 If Manual was se
80. the on board computer to verify proper operation of emission related systems or components MPFI or MFI Multi Port Fuel Injection MPFI is a fuel injection system using one or more injector s for each cylinder The injectors are mounted in the intake manifold and fired in groups rather than individually NOx Oxides of Nitrogen The system EGR and Camshafts injects exhaust gases into the intake manifold to reduce these gases at the tailpipe O2S Oxygen Sensor Generates a voltage of 0 6 to 1 1 volts when the exhaust gas is rich low oxygen content The voltage changes to 0 4 volts or less when the exhaust gas is lean high oxygen content This sensor only operates after it reaches a temperature of approximately 349 C 660 F O2 sensors are usually found both upstream and downstream of the catalytic converter The PCM uses these sensors to fine tune the air fuel ratio and to monitor the efficiency of the catalytic converter See Bank 1 Bank 2 Sensor 1 Sensor 2 OBD Il On Board Diagnostics Second Generation OBD ll is a U S Government mandated standard requiring all cars and light trucks to have a common data connector connector location communication protocol DTCs and code definitions OBD II first appeared on vehicles in late 1994 and is required to be present on all cars sold in the US after January 1 1996 ODM Output Device Monitor Open Loop OL A control system mode that does not monitor the output to verify
81. tive AECD18_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 18 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active AECD19_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 19 Timer 1 active 2 Timer Active PID Definitions AECD2 TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 72 Timer 1 Active 42 Timer Active AECD20 TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 220 Timer 1 active 42 Timer Active AECD3_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 3 Timer 1 Active 2 Timer Active AECD4_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 4 Timer 1 Active 2 Timer Active AECDS_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 5 Timer 1 Active 2 Timer Active AECD6_TIMEI TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 6 Timer 1 Active 2 Timer Active AECD7_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 7 Timer 1 Active 42 Timer Active AECD8_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 8 Timer 1 Active 42 Timer Active AECD9_TIME1 TIME 2 Total Run Time with EI AECD 9 Timer 1 Active 42 Timer Active ALCOHOL Alcohol Fuel Percent BARO PRS Barometric Pressure BAT_PWR Hybrid Battery Pack Remaining Life BP_A_ACT B_ACT Boost Pressure Sensor A Sensor B BP_A_CMD B_CMD Commanded Boost Pressure A Pressure B BP_A_STAT B_STAT Boost Pressure A Control Status B Control Status CACT 11 12 Charge Air Cooler Temperature Bank 1 Sensor 1 supported Sensor 2 supported CACT 21 22 Charge
82. to clear stored codes from the vehicle memory with a Scan Tool SAE Publications SAE has defined a standard communication protocol establishing hardware software and circuit parameters of II systems However the SAE publishes recommendations not laws The Environmental Protection Agency EPA and California Air Resources Board CARB mandated that many of SAE s recommendations become legal requirements for vehicle manufacturers to phase in over a three year period Prior to 1996 vehicle manufacturers had different interpretations of OBD standard communications protocol As aresult the generic OBD communications scheme varied depending on the manufacturer and 2 oftentimes the vehicle itself Beginning in 1994 vehicles with new engine management computers about 1096 of each manufacturers fleet were supposed to comply with II standards For 1995 OBD II systems were to appear on about 40 of the new vehicles sold in the United States Because some of the 1994 1995 OBD II systems were not fully compliant so the Government granted waivers to give manufacturers time to fine tune their systems By 1996 most of the new vehicles sold in the United States were fully OBD II compliant Data Link Connector The data link connector DLC allows the Scan Tool to communicate with the vehicle computer s Beginning in 1996 vehicles sold in the United States use the J1962 OBD II DLC a term taken from a physical and electri
83. tor is highlighted Press 3y ENTER Re ata Print Data Code Lookup System Setup Using The Scan Tool 2 Select alphabetical group range for desired component Use UP or W DOWN arrow key until desired group range is highlighted Press 4 ENTER E 3 Select Component Use A UP or Y DOWN arrow key until desired acronym is highlighted Full component name will scroll on bottom of screen for the highlighted component Press 2 ENTER 4 View selected component location Press ENTER to return to menu where Component Locator was originally selected Component Locator ick Switch e On OFF Switch aft Position Se Ambient Air Temperature Component Locator Ambient Air Tenperature Sensor Right front side of Engine Compartment Section 4 Diagnostic Menu SSS ee The first time the scan tool links to the vehicle the communication protocol is automatically detected and is used until the Scan Tool is turned off or another vehicle is diagnosed Ifan Error Message displays make sure the OBDII connector is attached and the ignition key is ON Cycle ignition key to OFF for 10 seconds then on This may be required to reset computer If required select yes to try again If problem still exists refer to Error Messages on page 5 1 of Troubleshooting Y The Scan Tool keeps all data received from the last vehicle selected until any of the following occur
84. uble codes Refer to Read Codes for more information While inthe View Freeze Data Menu Refer to View Freeze Data for more information While viewing freeze data T Marts Feiss MOD 18 ott le Peds 1 M sition Sensor A A Circuit Low Input IE EEEE Long PID Names English Metric E AVC PRESS pesi 15 5 PRESS Y 3 00 A F RATIO 14 1 a BARO PRESS Has Fi TIR OTZ E HE RPM CALC LOAD 83 MAF 8 57 Using The Scan Tool 2 Scroll through the code specific repair information Use A UP or W DOWN arrow keys to scroll one line at a time Use LEFT or gt RIGHT arrow keys to scroll 8 lines at a time or a whole screen There are 3 levels of reported fixes provided in the MAC Tools Connect TOP REPORTED FIXES i Replaced Throttle Position Sensori 2 Rep laced Air Conditioner Pressure Sensor FREG REPORTED FIXES Air Conditioning CAC Compressor 4uaen O20 Sensor y 3 In Line Fuse 4 Throttle Position Sensor TPS Hiring SVolt Reference Air Conditioning CALC Compressor Clutch S 6 database Fix Level Description Top Reported Fix More likely to be the solution over other choices provided Frequently Reported Fix As likely as other solutions Also Reported Fix Less likely than other solutions provided but worth considering 3 To return to the screen fro
85. urn to Vehicle Information Menu Press amp BACK key 5 Return to Diagnostic Menu Press amp BACK Diagnostic Menu Modules Present The Scan Tool identifies the module IDs and communication type for all Global OBD II modules in the vehicle From the Diagnostic Menu 1 Select Modules Present Use A UP or W DOWN arrow TEE key until Modules Presents ztic Menu Drive Cucle Monitor highlighted 02 Monitor Tests Press ENTER or T E V The types of protocols communication types supported by the Scan Tool are O ISO 9141 2 protocol is shown as ISO Modules In Protocols 10 150 14 150 CJ SAE J1850 protocol is shown as VPWM or PWM ID Protocols 10 VP 18 PHP OR ID Protocols 16 1A CJ ISO 15765 4 protocol is shown as CAN ID Protocols 61 CANTES 66 CANkTeS Since CAN vehicles use module IDs larger than 2 digits the Scan Tool assigns a 2 digit module ID to be used in place of the actual CAN module ID The module ID assigned for the CAN module ID is used in all functions of the Scan Tool Diagnostic Menu CJ ISO 14230 4 protocol is shown as K2K Keyword 2000 Modules Present ID Protocols 18 1A Y Inthe above examples the indicates the protocol used to communicate to the vehicle s control module Section 5 Troubleshooting e esl Error Messages Check the following if an error message
86. vated In each case the throttle body is attached to the accelerator pedal TPS Throttle Position Sensor Potentiometer type sensor connected to the throttle shaft Its voltage signal output increases as the throttle is opened The PCM uses this signal to control many systems such as idle speed spark advance fuel delivery etc Traction Assist Assist in traction with brakes only Trip Vehicle operation for a period of time so the systems can be monitored TTS Transmission Temperature Sensor A resistance sensor mounted in the transmission housing in contact with the transmission fluid It sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the transmission VECI Vehicle Emission Control Information A decal located in the engine compartment containing information about the emission control systems found on the vehicle The VECI is the authoritative source for determining whether a vehicle is OBD II compliant VIN Vehicle Identification Number This is the factory assigned vehicle serial number This number is stamped on a number of locations throughout the vehicle but the most prominent location is on top of the dashboard on the driver s side visible from outside the car The VIN includes information about the car including where it was built body and engine codes options and a sequential build number VSS Vehicle Speed Sensor Sends a frequency signal to the PCM The frequency increases as the veh
87. y signal to the PCM It is used to B reference fuel injector operation and synchronize spark plug firing on distributorless ignition systems DIS CTS Coolant Temperature Sensor A resistance sensor that sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the coolant This signal tells the PCM whether the engine is cold or warm Glossary CVRTD Continuous Variable Real Time Damping D R Drive Reverse Data Link Connector DLC Connector providing access and or control of the vehicle information operating conditions and diagnostic information Vehicles with OBD II use a 16 pin connector located in the passenger compartment on the driver s side Data Stream The actual data communications sent from the vehicle s PCM to the data connector DEPS Digital Engine Position Sensor Detonation See Knock DI DIS Direct Ignition Distributorless Ignition System A system that produces the ignition spark without the use of a distributor DPFE Differential Pressure Feedback Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code An alphanumeric identifier for a fault condition identified by the On Board Diagnostic System Duty Cycle A term applied to signals that switch between on and off Duty cycle is the percentage of time the signal is on For example if the signal is on only one fourth of the time then the duty cycle is 25 The PCM uses duty cycle type signals to maintain precise contr

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