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1. Tool Display Unit Value PID Description 02S Location 02S42 Oxygen Sensor Bank 4 Sensor 2 OBD Support OBD2 OBD Requirements OBD Support OBD OBD Requirements OBD Support OBD and OBD Requirements OBD2 OBD Support OBD1 OBD Requirements OBD Support No OBD OBD Requirements OBD Support EOBD OBD Requirements OBD Support EOBD and OBD Requirements OBD2 OBD Support EOBD and OBD Requirements OBD OBD Support EOBD OBD Requirements OBD and OBD2 OBD Support JOBD OBD Requirements OBD Support JOBD and OBD Requirements OBD2 OBD Support JOBD and OBD Requirements EOBD OBD Support JOBD OBD Requirements EOBD and OBD2 PTO Status On Off Power Take Off Status Rel TPS XXX X Relative Throttle Position Spark Adv deg XX Ignition Timing Advance 1 Cylinder STFT B1 XXX X Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 1 STFT BI SI XXX X Bank 1 Sensor 1 STFT B1 S2 XXX X Bank 1 Sensor 2 STFT B1 S3 XXX X Bank 1 Sensor 3 STFT B1 S4 XXX X Bank 1 Sensor 4 STFT B2 XXX X Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 2 STFT B2 S1 XXX X Bank 2 Sensor 1 STFT B2 S2 XXX X Bank 2 Sensor 2 STFT B2 S3 XXX X Bank 2 Sensor 3 STFT B2 S4 XXX X Bank 2 Sensor 4 STFT B3 XXX X Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 3 STFT B4 XXX X Short Term Fuel Trim Bank 4 Time DTC Clr hrs XXXX XX Time since DTC Cleared min Time Since sec XXXX Time Since Engi
2. Manufacturer Specific Code A DTC that applies only to OBD2 compliant vehicles made by a specific manufacturer MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp also referred to as Check Engine light OBD1 On Board Diagnostics Version 1 also referred to as OBD l MD70 97 Glossary 98 OBD2 On Board Diagnostics Version 2 also referred to as OBD II On Board Computer The central processing unit in the vehicle s computer control system PCM Powertrain Control Module Pending Code A code recorded on the first trip for a two trip code If the fault that caused the code to be set is not detected on the second trip the code is automatically erased PID Parameter Identification STFT Short Term Fuel Trim is a program in the vehicle s computer designed to add or subtract fuel from the vehicle to compensate for operating conditions that vary from the ideal A F ratio The vehicle uses this program to make minor fuel adjustments fine tune on a short term basis Trip Drive Cycle Vehicle operation that provides the necessary driving condition to enable a vehicle Monitor to run and complete its diagnostic testing VECI Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal MD70 MD70 99 100 MD70 Warranty and Servicing LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that this unit is free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
3. When you select Yes from the Record Live Data confirmation screen the Scan Tool enters the Live Data Playback mode and the display shows the recorded Live Data beginning with the trigger frame MAP PSI Spark Adv 42 3 Veh Speed MPH ECT F 40 0 A vehicle usually supports several PIDs however only a limited amount of PID data can be displayed on the screen at one time If additional PID data is available a small arrow will be shown on the display Use the UP a and DOWN W buttons as necessary to scroll up or down to view all available PID data When viewing recorded Live Data look for any irregularities in any of the PID values signal information LTFT RPM MAP TEMP etc If any PIDs are not within specification or irregularities are detected follow the procedures in the vehicle s service repair manual to perform additional troubleshooting and repair When recorded Live Data is played back all available PIDs are shown even if you have customized the Live Data selections If there is no Live Data currently stored in the Scan Tool s memory an advisory message shows on the display Press the M button to exit the Live Data Playback mode When you have viewed all PID information for the current frame of Live Data use the DOWN W button to scroll to the end of the PID list Highlight Next Frame or Previous Frame as desired then press the ENTER button When you have finished vie
4. instructions included with the software for more information Record by Manual Trigger If desired you can transfer the recorded Live Data information to a personal computer using the optional software see This option lets you select the precise time at which the Live Data recording will occur Record by Manual Trigger can be a very valuable diagnostic tool when troubleshooting intermittent problems that do not meet the requirements for a DTC to set Even though a DTC is not present the intermittent problems will sometimes manifest themselves briefly for a few fractions of a second and or only at certain vehicle speeds or vehicle operating conditions 1 While linked to the vehicle start the engine then press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays 2 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Live Data Menu then press the ENTER lt button m The Live Data Menu displays 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Record Live Data then press the ENTER lt button MD70 Select and press Special Test Vehicle Information DTC Library DLC Locations Firmware Version Tool Settings Live Data Menu Select and press Custom Live Data Record Live Data Playback Live Data 67 Live Data Mode RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA 68 m The Record Live Data Menu displays Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Re
5. B Body C Chassis then press the DTC FF button Press M to exit m The selected character displays solid and the next character is highlighted 4 Select the remaining characters in the DTC in the same way pressing the DTC FF button to confirm each character When you have selected all the DTC characters press the ENTER button to view the DTC definition f you entered a Generic DTC DTCs that start with PO P2 and some P3 The selected DTC and DTC definition if available show on the FixAdvisor s display P2247 Generic O2 sensor reference E If a definition for the DTC you entered voitage circuit open is not available an advisory message bank 2 sensor 1 shows on the Scan Tool s display f you entered a Manufacturer Specific DTC DTCs that start with Bani P1 and some P3 P1274 i f The DTC Definition is The Select Manufacturer screen not available please visit displays www Matco Carscan com Use the UP 4 and DOWN VW buttons as necessary to highlight the appropriate manufacturer then You have selected press the ENTER button to neue teens display the correct DTC for your La and press a vehicle A confirmation message shows on the LCD display za MD70 77 Additional Tests USING THE DLC LOCATOR If the correct manufacturer is shown use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to h
6. Determine from the CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE page 36 which of the two possible conditions is causing the yellow LED to light l a PENDING Diagnostic Trouble Code is causing the yellow LED to light it is possible that the vehicle will be allowed to be tested for emissions and certified Currently most areas states countries will allow an Emissions Test Smog Check to be performed if the only code in the vehicle s computer is a PENDING Diagnostic Trouble Code If the illumination of the Yellow LED is being caused by monitors that have not run their diagnostic testing then the issue of the vehicle being ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check depends on the emissions regulations and laws of your local area Some areas require that all Monitors indicate a Has Run status before they allow an Emissions Test Smog Check to be performed Other 000 Sesssso U er VEITOOD No Powertrain DTCs or Freeze Frame data presently stored in the vehicle s computer Please vist www Matco Carscan com for repair videos TSBs recalls and more ab nn 00 O 0 IM MONITOR MSI pei n er Ul P2247 Generic O2 sensor reference voltage circuit open bank 2 sensor 1 O 1 M MONITOR STATUS 00200 ag os T No Powertrain DTCs or Freeze Frame data presently stored in the Mi uu vehicle s computer Please visit www Matco Carscan com for repair videos
7. Fuel Sys 1 CL Fault Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 2 OL Fuel System 2 Status Fuel Sys 2 CL Fuel System 2 Status Fuel Sys 2 OL Drive Fuel System 2 Status Fuel Sys 2 OL Fault Fuel System 2 Status Fuel Sys 2 CL Fault Fuel System 2 Status IAT C XXX XXX Intake Air Temperature F LOAD Value XXX X Absolute Load Value LTFT BI XXX X Long Term Fuel Trim Bank 1 LTFT B2 XXX X Long Term Fuel Trim Bank 2 LTFT B3 XXX X Long Term Fuel Trim Bank 3 LTFT B4 XXX X Long Term Fuel Trim Bank 4 MAF g s l XXX XX Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow b min IXXXX X Sensor MAP kPa XXX Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure PSI XX X MIL On Time hrs XXXX XX Engine Run Time while MIL ON min Monitor Status ICONS on Monitor Status this Driving Cycle Display 02S B1 S1 V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 1 MD70 81 Generic Global OBD2 PID List Tool Display Unit Value PID Description 02S B1 S1 mA X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2S Current mA 02S B1 S1 V V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 1 02S Voltage O2S B1 S2 V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2S B1 S2 mA X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2S Current mA 02S B1 S2 V V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 2 02S Voltage 02S B1 S3 V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 3 O2S B1 S3 mA X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 3 O2S Current mA O2S B1 S3 V V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 3 O2S Voltage O2S B1 S4 V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 4 O2S B1 S4 mA X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 4 O2S Current mA
8. MD70 43 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs Chrysler Jeep OEM Enhanced DTCs 44 When OEM Enhanced is selected from the System Menu and the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was Chrysler or Jeep the Chrysler Enhanced menu displays You may view either ECM PCM DTC or Transmission DTCs 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button Transmission DTCs are not sup ported on most Chrysler Jeep ve hicles manufactured prior to 2002 A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK amp H lt P gt button to continue 2 To read the display Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elements A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display viewing enhanced DTCs Chrysler Enhanced Select and press
9. POWER LINK lt B gt button again communication press the 49 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the FixAdvisor returns to the Honda Acura Enhanced menu m To view additional enhanced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 4 above m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU 4s gt button The Scan Tool returns to the System Menu Toyota Lexus OEM Enhanced DTCs When OEM Enhanced is selected from the System Menu and the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was Toyota or Lexus the Toyota Lexus Enhanced menu displays You may view either ECM PCM DTC or Transmission DTCs m Current DTCs History DTCs or Pending DTCs m Current DTCs Readiness DTCs Historical DTCs or Toyota Enhanced Select and press ECM PCM DTCs Transmission DTCs 1 Use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button m A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs m f the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s Display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK OH lt P gt button to continue 2 To read the display Toyota Enhanced Unable to establish a link with the ve
10. The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display viewing enhanced DTCs ES Di Ford P1250 koeo De Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the A and WV buttons as necessary to view the additional information MD70 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are pre No enhanced DTCs sent a No Enhanced DTC s are pre ine venice ed sently stored in the vehicle s computer is computer displayed Press the SYSTEM amp button to return to the System Menu 4 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK ap button again 5 When the last retrieved DTC has been
11. s display Perform test procedures as appropriate Cr If the Continuous Memory or KOEO test was selected turn the ignition OFF then back ON Press the ENTER button to start the test A One moment please message displays while the test is in progress If the KOER test was selected press the ENTER button to continue A One moment please message displays while the test is in progress Turn the steering wheel to the right then release Press and release the brake pedal Cycle the overdrive switch if equipped If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK lt B gt button to continue 3 To read the display Ford KOEO Turn ignition Off then back On When complete press to start KOEO test Ford KOER When test starts do the following Turn steering wheel 1 2 turn to right Press and release the brake pedal Cycle the overdrive switch if equipped Ford Enhanced Unable to establish a link with the vehicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition is ON and System Voltage 11 6V Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elements A visible e icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector
12. short period As a result vehicle manufacturers were not only required to comply with the new emissions standards they also had to make their vehicles more fuel efficient Most vehicles were required to meet a miles per gallon MPG standard set by the U S Federal Government Precise fuel delivery and spark timing are needed to reduce vehicle emissions Mechanical engine controls in use at the time such as ignition points mechanical spark advance and the carburetor responded too slowly to driving conditions to properly control fuel delivery and spark timing This made it difficult for vehicle manufacturers to meet the new standards A new Engine Control System had to be designed and integrated with the engine controls to meet the stricter standards The new system had to m Respond instantly to supply the proper mixture of air and fuel for any driving condition idle cruising low speed driving high speed driving etc Calculate instantly the best time to ignite the air fuel mixture for maximum engine efficiency m Perform both these tasks without affecting vehicle performance or fuel economy Vehicle Computer Control Systems can perform millions of calculations each second This makes them an ideal substitute for the slower mechanical engine controls By switching from mechanical to electronic engine controls vehicle manufacturers are able to control fuel delivery and spark timing more precisely Some newer Computer C
13. the FixAdvisor returns to the Chrysler Enhanced menu m To view additional enhanced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 4 above m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM amp button The FixAdvisor returns to the System Menu Ford Mazda OEM Enhanced DTCs Mazda Enhanced DTCs are available for Mazda branded Ford vehicles only When OEM Enhanced is selected from the System Menu and the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was Ford or Mazda the Ford Mazda Enhanced menu displays You may view DTCs for either the Continuous Memory Test KOEO Key On Engine Off Test or KOER Key On Engine Running Test 1 Use the UP and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button par eakanesa When choosing to view KOER select and press Test DTCs start the vehicle s s ontinuous Memor engine before making your premen KOEO Test selection KOER Test A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs f the KOER Test was selected and the vehicle s engine is not running an advisory message shows on the Ford KOER FixAdvisor s display The vehicle must be Press the SYSTEM amp button to line Kork tesi return to the System Menu MD70 45 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs 46 2 An instructional message shows on the FixAdvisor
14. 1996 2004 Sprinter 3500 2003 2007 Journey 2009 2012 SRT 4 2003 2005 Magnum 2005 2008 Stealth 1996 Magnum SRT 8 2006 2007 Stratus 1996 2006 Neon 1996 2005 Viper 2000 2005 2006 2008 2010 Jeep Model Year Model Year Cherokee 1996 2001 Grand Cherokee 2006 2008 SRT 8 2010 2012 Commander 2006 2010 Liberty 2002 2012 Compass 2007 2010 2012 Patriot 2007 2012 Grand Cherokee 1996 2012 Wrangler 1997 2012 MD70 85 Vehicle Applications ABS Ford Ford Model Year Model Year Contour 1996 2000 F 550 2000 2012 Crown Victoria 1996 2011 Fiesta 2011 2012 E 150 1997 2012 Five Hundred 2005 2007 E 250 1997 2012 Flex 2009 2012 E 350 1997 2012 Focus 2000 2012 E 450 2004 2012 Freestar 2004 2007 Edge 2007 2012 Freestyle 2005 2007 Escape 2001 2012 Fusion 2006 2012 Escort 1997 2003 Mustang 1996 2012 Excursion 2000 2005 Mustang Cobra 1997 2001 Expedition 1997 2012 Probe 1996 1997 Explorer 1996 2012 Ranger 1996 2011 Explorer Sport 2001 2005 Taurus 1996 2012 Trac 2007 2010 F 150 1997 2012 Taurus X 2008 2009 F 250 1997 2012 Thunderbird 2002 2005 F 350 1999 2012 Transit Connect 2010 2012 F 450 2000 2012 Windstar 1996 2003 Lincoln Model Year Model Year Aviator 2003 2005 MKT 2010 2012 Blackwood 2002 MKX 2007 2012 Continental 1996 2002 MKZ 2007 2012 LS 2000 2002 2006 Navigator 1998 2012 Mark LT 2006 2008 Town Car 1996 1998 2011 Mark
15. 1996 Prizm 1998 2001 Cavalier 1996 2005 S10 1996 2004 Classic 2004 2005 Silverado 1500 2004 2012 Cobalt 2005 2010 Silverado 2500 2004 2012 Colorado 2004 2012 Silverado 3500 2004 2012 Corvette 1996 2011 Silverado SS 2003 2007 Corsica 1996 SSR 2003 2006 Cruze 2011 2012 Suburban 1996 2012 Equinox 2005 2011 Tahoe 1996 2012 Express 1500 1998 2012 Tracker 1998 2004 Express 2500 1998 2012 TrailBlazer 2002 2009 Express 3500 1998 2012 Traverse 2009 2011 Express 4500 2009 2012 Uplander 2005 2008 G10 1996 1997 Venture 1997 2005 G 20 1996 1997 Volt 2011 MD70 87 Vehicle Applications ABS GMC Model Year Model Year Acadia 2007 2011 Sonoma 1996 2004 C 1500 1996 2003 Safari Van 1996 2005 C 2500 1996 2003 Savana 1500 1998 2011 C 3500 1996 2003 Savana 2500 1998 2011 Canyon 2004 2011 Savana 3500 1998 2011 Envoy 1998 2000 Savana 4500 2009 2011 2002 2009 G 1500 1996 1997 Sierra 1500 2004 2012 G 2500 1996 1997 Sierra 2500 2004 2012 G 3500 1996 1997 Sierra 3500 2004 2012 K 1500 1996 2003 Suburban 1996 1999 K 2500 1996 2003 Terrain 2010 2011 K 3500 1996 2003 Yukon 1996 2012 Jimmy 1996 2002 Hummer Model Year Model Year H2 2003 2009 H3 2006 2010 Oldsmobile Model Year Model Year Achieva 1996 1998 Cutlass 1997 1999 Alero 1999 2004 Intrigue 1998 2002 Aurora 1996 2003 LSS 1997 1999 Bravada 1996 2004 Silhouette 1999 2004 Pon
16. 2012 Taurus X 2008 2009 F 250 1997 2012 Thunderbird 2002 2005 F 350 1999 2012 Windstar 1996 2003 Lincoln Model Year Model Year Aviator 2003 2005 MKT 2010 2012 Blackwood 2002 MKX 2007 2012 Continental 1996 2002 MKZ 2007 2012 LS 2000 2002 2006 Navigator 1998 2012 Mark LT 2006 2008 Town Car 1998 2011 MKS 2009 2012 Zephyr 2006 Mercury Model Year Model Year Cougar 1999 2002 Monterey 2004 2007 Grand Marquis 1996 2011 Mountaineer 1997 2010 Marauder 2003 2004 Mystique 1999 2000 Mariner 2005 2011 Sable 1996 2005 2008 2009 Milan 2006 2011 Tracer 1998 1999 Montego 2005 2007 92 MD70 Vehicle Applications SRS GM Buick Model Year Model Year Century 1996 2005 Rainier 2004 2007 Enclave 2008 2011 Regal 1996 2004 2011 LaCrosse 2005 2011 Rendezvous 2002 2007 LeSabre 1996 2005 Skylark 1996 1998 Lucerne 2006 2011 Terraza 2005 2007 Park Avenue 1996 2005 Cadillac Model Year Model Year Catera 1997 2001 Fleetwood 1996 Brougham CTS 2003 2010 SeVille 1996 2004 DeVille 2002 2005 SRX 2004 2011 DTS 2006 2011 STS 2005 2011 Eldorado 1996 2002 STS V 2006 Escalade 1998 2000 XLR 2004 2009 2002 2012 Escalade EXT 2004 2012 XLR V 2006 Chevrolet Model Year Model Year Astro Van 1996 2005 G 30 1996 1998 Avalanche 2011 2012 HHR 2006 2011 Avalanche 1500 2002 2010 Impala 2000 2011 Avalanche 2500 2002 20
17. 87 Octane O 91 Octane O 89 Octane O More than 91 Octane WEATHER CONDITIONS WHEN PROBLEM OCCURS O 32 55 F 0 13 C O Above 55 F 13 C O Below freezing 32 F 0 C CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DASH WARNING LIGHT O Sometimes ON O Always ON O Never ON PECULIAR SMELLS O Hot O Gasoline O Sulfur rotten egg O Burning oil O Burning rubber O Electrical STRANGE NOISES DO Rattle O Squeak O Knock O Other MD70 33 Preparation for Testing BEFORE YOU BEGIN BEFORE YOU BEGIN The FixAdvisor aids in monitor ing electronic and emissions related faults in your vehicle and retrieving fault codes related to malfunctions in these systems Mechanical problems such as low oil level or damaged hoses wiring or electrical connectors can cause poor engine performance and may also cause a fault code to set Fix any known mechanical problems before performing any test See your vehicle s service manual or a mechanic for more information Check the following areas before starting any test 34 Check the engine oil power steering fluid transmission fluid if applicable engine coolant and other fluids for proper levels Top off low fluid levels if needed Make sure the air filter is clean and in good condition Make sure all air filter ducts are properly connected Check the air filter ducts for holes rips or cracks Make sure all engine belts are in good condition Check for cracked torn brittle loose or mi
18. Number and type of trips or drive cycles needed with no faults present to turn off the MIL F Number of warm up periods needed to erase the DTC from the computer s memory after the MIL is turned off MD70 29 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS Name of Monitor A B C D E F Comprehensive Component Monitor Continuous 1 2 1 3 40 Misfire Monitor x 3 similar Type 1 and 3 Continuous 1 2 1 conditions po Misfire Monitor y 3 similar Type 2 Continuous 1 conditions 80 Fuel System Monitor gt 3 similar Continuous 1 1or2 1 conditions 80 Catalytic Converter Once per Monitor trip 1 2 1 Strips 40 Oxygen Sensor Once per Monitor trip i 2 L Sips 40 Oxygen Sensor Once per A Heater Monitor trip 2 Strips 40 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Once Per 4 2 1 3 trips 40 trip Monitor Evaporative On a ber Emissions Controls e p 1 2 1 3 trips 40 A trip Monitor Secondary Air Once per System AIR Monitor trip 1 2 1 amps 40 NMHC Monitor Pr 1 2 1 3 trips 40 NOx Adsorber Once per Monitor trip 1 2 i 9 trips 40 Boost Pressure Once per System Monitor trip 1 2 1 amps 40 Exhaust Gas Sensor Once per Monitor trip 1 2 1 Strips 40 PM Filter Monitor a L 1 2 1 3 trips 40 30 MD70 Preparation for Testing PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET The purpose of this form is to help you gather preliminary inform
19. O2S B1 S4 V V X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 4 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S1 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S B2 S1 mA X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S Current mA O2S B2 S1 V V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S2 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 2 O2S B2 S2 mA X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 2 O2S Current mA O2S B2 S2 V V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 2 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S3 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S B2 S3 mA X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S Current mA O2S B2 S3 V V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S Voltage O2S B2 S4 V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 4 O2S B2 S4 mA X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 4 O2S Current mA O2S B2 S4 V V X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 4 O2S Voltage O2S Location i 02S11 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2S Location O2S12 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2S Location 02813 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 3 O2S Location 02814 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 4 O2S Location 02521 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S Location 02522 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S Location 02523 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 3 O2S Location 02524 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 4 O2S Location 02811 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2S Location 02512 Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2S Location 02521 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 1 O2S Location i 02522 Oxygen Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 2 O2S Location i 02831 Oxygen Sensor Bank 3 Sensor 1 O2S Location 02532 Oxygen Sensor Bank 3 Sensor 2 O2S Location E 02841 Oxygen Sensor Bank 4 Sensor 1 82 MD70 Generic Global OBD2 PID List
20. Phone 888 724 6742 Web www miproducts com Motor Publications 5600 Crooks Road Suite 200 Troy Michigan 48098 Phone 800 426 6867 Web www motor com FACTORY SOURCES Ford GM Chrysler Honda Isuzu Hyundai and Subaru Service Manuals Helm Inc 14310 Hamilton Avenue Highland Park Michigan 48203 Phone 800 782 4356 Web www helminc com MD70 35 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE 36 Retrieving and using Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs for troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an overall diagnostic strategy Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition Each DTC has a set of testing procedures instructions and flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of the problem This information is found in the vehicle s service manual Always refer to the vehicle s service manual for detailed testing instructions Se Check your vehicle thoroughly before performing 1 2 Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link en If the FixAdvisor is ON turn it OFF by any test See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 34 for details ALWAYS observe safety precautions whenever working on a vehicle See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS on page 3 for more information Turn the ignition off Connector DLC See page 5 for connector location Some DLCs have a plastic cover that must be removed before connecting the FixAdvisor cable connector pressing th
21. and maintenance for a period of one 1 year from the date of original purchase If the unit fails within the one 1 year period it will be repaired or replaced at the Manufacturer s option at no charge when returned prepaid to the Service Center with Proof of Purchase The sales receipt may be used for this purpose Installation labor is not covered under this warranty All replacement parts whether new or remanufactured will default to the remaining warranty period This warranty does not apply to damage caused by improper use accident abuse improper voltage service fire flood lightning or other acts of nature or if the product was altered or repaired by anyone other than the Manufacturer s Service Center The Manufacturer under no circumstances shall be liable for any consequential damages for breach of any written warranty of this unit This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved No portion of this document may be copied or reproduced by any means without the express written permission of the Manufacturer THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE For service send via U P S if possible prepaid to Manufacturer Allow 3 4 weeks for service repair SERVICE PROCEDURES If you have any questions require technical support or information on UPDATES and OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES please contact your local store distri
22. displays Use the UP and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button to view the selected information or press the SYSTEM a button to return to the System Menu m f the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was not Chrysler Jeep Ford Mazda General Motors Isuzu Honda Acura Toyota or Lexus an advisory message displays Press the SYSTEM amp button to return to the System Menu To view OEM Enhanced DTCs Select OEM Enhanced from the System Menu Refer to VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs on page 43 to view enhanced DTCs for your vehicle To view ABS DTCs Select ABS from the System Menu Refer to VIEWING ABS DTCs on page 51 to view ABS DTCs for your vehicle Select and press Global OBD2 Fix Assist ABS SRS Ford Enhanced Select and press 2 Test KOEO Test KOER Test ABS is not available for this vehicle Please press to view global information Select and press Global OBD2 Fix Assist ABS SRS To view SRS DTCs Select SRS from the System Menu Refer to VIEWING SRS DTCs on page 52 to view SRS DTCs for your vehicle VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs Refer to the appropriate paragraph to view OEM enhanced data for your vehicle m Chrysler Jeep ii Ford Mazda me GM ISUZU Honda Acura a Toyota Lexus n
23. highly flammable To prevent an explosion keep all sparks heated items and open flames away from the battery and fuel fuel vapors DO NOT SMOKE NEAR THE VEHICLE DURING TESTING Don t wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on an engine Loose clothing can become caught in the fan pulleys belts etc Jewelry is highly conductive and can cause a severe burn if it makes contact between a power source and ground MD70 About the FixAdvisor VEHICLES COVERED VEHICLES COVERED The FixAdvisor is designed to work on all OBD2 compliant vehicles All 1996 and newer vehicles cars and light trucks sold in the United States are OBD2 compliant Federal law requires that all 1996 and newer cars and light E trucks sold in the United States must be OBD2 compliant this includes all Domestic Asian and European vehicles Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles are OBD2 compliant To find out if a 1994 or 1995 vehicle is OBD2 compliant check the following 1 The Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI Label This label is located under the hood or by the radiator of most vehicles If the vehicle is OBD2 compliant the label will state OBD Il Certified VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY EFN2 6YBT2BA OBD II DISPLACEMENT 2 6L CERTIFIED j _ VEHICLE THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U S EPA AND STATE a MANUFACTURER OF CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO 1999 MODEL YEAR NEW TLEV PASSENGER CARS OB D Il REFER
24. hose P2247 Fix Assist Get Technician Verified Fixes TSBs and more at Matco CarScan com or link your tool to the Matco PC Link software Press DTC to continue 303005800 OSOSODS mm P1639 LTFT Bank 2 Calc Load Engine RPM Coolant F Fuel Sys 1 MAP PSI Spark Adv TPS If more than one malfunction is present that causes more than SE one DTC to be set only the code with the highest priority will contain Freeze Frame data The code designated 01 on the Scan Tool display is referred to as the PRIORITY code and Freeze Frame data always refers to this code The priority code is also the one that has commanded the MIL on m Press the DTC FF button to view retieved codes beginning with the priority DTC 17 To read the display MD70 39 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE sg Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of display elements A visible s icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is linked to communicating with the vehicle s computer The I M Monitor Status icons indicate the type and number of Monitors the vehicle supports and provides indications of the current status of the vehicle s Monitors A solid Monitor icon indicates the associated Monitor has run and completed its testing A blinking Monit
25. in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER button Press the UP or DOWN W button as necessary to highlight the desired Unit of Measurement When the desired Unit of Measurement value is selected press the ENTER button to save your changes Exiting the Tool Settings Menu 1 MD70 Press the M button to return to the Main Menu Tool Settings Menu Select and press t Adjust Brightness Audible Tone Display Backlight Select Language Unit of Measurement Select Unit Select and press Metric FixAdvisor Controls CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS FixAdvisor 2 S 4 Figure 1 Controls and Indicators See Figure 1 for the locations of items 1 through 14 below 1 GA ERASE button Erases Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs and Freeze Frame data from your vehicle s computer and resets Monitor status 2 lt S SYSTEM button When linked to a vehicle displays the System Menu 3 DTC FF DTC Freeze Frame button Displays the DTC View screen and or scrolls the LCD display to view DTCs and Freeze Frame data 4 Oar POWER LINK button When the FixAdvisor IS NOT connected to a vehicle turns the FixAdvisor On and Off When the FixAdvisor is connected to a vehicle links the FixAdvisor to the vehicle s PCM to retrieve diagnostic data from the computer s memory To turn the FixAdvisor On you must press and h
26. most recently selected vehicles S ideb Vehicle A PROTOCOL is a set of rules and select and press procedures for regulating data j transmission between computers na and between testing equipment 1886 an and computers As of this writing five different types of protocols ISO 9141 Keyword 2000 J1850 PWM J1850 VPW and CAN are in use by vehicle manufacturers The FixAdvisor automatically identifies the protocol type and establishes a communication link with the vehicle s computer Detecting the Protocol 7 To select an existing vehicle use the UP 4 and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle then press Vehicle Information the ENTER 4 button A vehicle make toyota confirmation screen displays ane ee m If the information shown is not correct Are you sure tomate for the selected vehicle use the UP am and Press and DOWN W buttons as necessary No to highlight No then press the ENTER lt button The Select Vehicle screen displays Reselect the desired vehicle m If the information shown is correct for the selected vehicle use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Yes then press the ENTER button SEEN The Select System screen displays select and press Proceed to step 14 1997 1999 2000 2002 2003 8 To select a new vehicle use the UP 4 2005 2006 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to 7908 2009 hi
27. return to the Special Test Menu 3 Use the UP A and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the O2 sensor for which you wish to view test results then press the ENTER 4 button 4 When test results have been retrieved data for the selected sensor test will show on the FixAdvisor s display When you have finished viewing the retrieved test data press the M button to return to the Select Sensor screen NON CONTINUOUS TEST The Non Continuous Test function retrieves and displays test results for O2 sensor test emission related powertrain components and systems that are not continuously monitored The tests available are determined by the vehicle manufacturer The FixAdvisor does not perform non continuous test but retrieves results from the most recently performed tests from the on board computers memory You may retrieve non continuous test results for only one test at any given time 72 MD70 Additional Tests EVAP LEAK TEST 1 From the Special Test Menu use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Non Continuous Test then Sp cial T st press the ENTER lt button Select and press 4 O2 Sensor Test 2 A One moment please message displays while the request is sent to the EVAP Leak Test vehicle s on board computer The Select Test screen displays The screen shows all tests applicable to the j vehicle under test Refer to the Non Continuo
28. settings Menu and submenus test results FixAdvisor functions and Monitor status information See DISPLAY FUNCTIONS following for more details CABLE Connects the FixAdvisor to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC DISPLAY FUNCTIONS 9 11 12 EN I M MONITOR gt g GOGCOCO e UL 0200088 NS E enerk 1 P2247 x 10 O2 sensor reference 14 voltage circuit open bank 2 sensor 1 13 Figure 2 Display Functions See Figure 2 for the locations of items 1 through 16 following MD70 11 FixAdvisor Controls DISPLAY FUNCTIONS 12 10 11 12 13 14 IM MONITOR STATUS field Identifies the I M Monitor status area Monitor icons Indicate which Monitors are supported by the vehicle under test and whether or not the associated Monitor has run its diagnostic testing Monitor status When a Monitor icon is solid it indicates that the associated Monitor has completed its diagnostic testing When a Monitor icon is flashing it indicates that the vehicle supports the associated Monitor but the Monitor has not yet run its diagnostic testing amp Vehicle icon Indicates whether or not the FixAdvisor is being properly powered through the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector ap Link icon Indicates whether or not the FixAdvisor is communicating linked with the vehicle s on board compute
29. times O ls too fast RUNNING CONDITIONS No symptoms Runs rough Lacks power Bucks and jerks Poor fuel economy Hesitates or stumbles on accelerations Do 00 00 Cranks but will not start Starts but takes a long time Right after vehicle comes to a stop While idling During acceleration When parking Is sometimes too fast or too slow Is rough or uneven Fluctuates up and down Backfires Misfires or cuts out Engine knocks pings or rattles Surges Dieseling or run on MD70 Preparation for Testing PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS if applicable O No symptoms O Vehicle does not move O Shifts too early or too late when in gear O Changes gear incorrectly O Jerks or bucks PROBLEM OCCURS O Morning O Afternoon O Anytime ENGINE TEMPERATURE WHEN PROBLEM OCCURS O Cold O Warm O Hot DRIVING CONDITIONS WHEN PROBLEM OCCURS O Short lessthan2 miles O With headlights on a 2 10 miles O During acceleration O Long more than 10 miles O Mostly driving downhill O Stop and go O Mostly driving uphill O While turning O Mostly driving level O While braking O Mostly driving curvy O At gear engagement roads O With A C operating O Mostly driving rough roads DRIVING HABITS O Mostly city driving O Drive less than 10 miles per day O Highway O Drive 10 to 50 miles per day O Park vehicle inside DO Drive more than 50 miles per O Park vehicle outside day GASOLINE USED O
30. 06 Impala SS 1996 Aveo 2004 2011 K 1500 1996 2003 Baretta 1996 K 2500 1996 2003 Blazer 1996 2005 K 3500 1996 2003 C 1500 1996 2003 Lumina 1996 2001 C 2500 1996 2003 Malibu 1997 2012 C 3500 1996 2003 Metro 1998 2001 Camaro 1996 2002 Monte Carlo 1996 2007 2010 2011 Caprice 1996 Prizm 1998 2002 Cavalier 1996 2005 10 1996 2004 Classic 2004 2005 Silverado 1500 2004 2012 Cobalt 2005 2010 Silverado 2500 2004 2012 Colorado 2004 2012 Silverado 3500 2004 2012 Corvette 1996 2011 Silverado SS 2003 2007 Corsica 1996 SSR 2003 2006 Cruze 2011 2012 Suburban 1996 2012 Equinox 2005 2011 Tahoe 1996 2012 Express 1500 1998 2012 Tracker 1998 2004 Express 2500 1998 2012 TrailBlazer 2002 2009 Express 3500 1998 2012 Traverse 2009 2011 Express 4500 2009 2012 Uplander 2005 2008 G10 1996 1997 Venture 1997 2005 G 20 1996 1997 Volt 2011 MD70 93 Vehicle Applications SRS GMC Model Year Model Year Acadia 2007 2011 Sonoma 1996 2004 C 1500 1996 2003 Safari Van 1996 2005 C 2500 1996 2003 Savana 1500 1998 2011 C 3500 1996 2003 Savana 2500 1998 2011 Canyon 2004 2011 Savana 3500 1998 2011 Envoy 1998 2000 Savana 4500 2009 2011 2002 2009 G 1500 1996 1997 Sierra 1500 2004 2012 G 2500 1996 1997 Sierra 2500 2004 2012 G 3500 1996 1997 Sierra 3500 2004 2012 K 1500 1996 2003 Suburban 1996 2012 K 2500 1996 2003 Terrain 2010 2011 K 3500 1996 2003 Yu
31. 2 GS450h 2007 2012 RX300 2001 2003 GS460 2008 2011 RX330 2004 2006 GX460 2011 2012 RX350 2007 2012 GX470 2003 2009 RX400h 2006 2008 HS250h 2011 2012 RX450h 2011 2012 15250 2006 2012 SC300 1999 2000 15300 2001 2005 SC400 1999 2000 15350 2006 2012 SC430 2002 2010 MD70 89 Vehicle Applications ABS Scion Model Year Model Year iQ 2012 xB 2004 2006 2008 2012 tC 2005 2012 xD 2008 2012 xA 2004 2006 Toyota Model Year Model Year 4Runner 2001 2012 Prius C 2012 Avalon 2002 2012 Prius Plug In 2012 Camry 2000 2012 Prius V 2012 Celica 2000 2005 RAV4 2001 2003 2012 Corolla 2000 2012 Sequoia 2001 2012 Echo 2000 2001 Sienna 2001 2012 FJ Cruiser 2007 2012 Solara 2000 2001 2004 2008 Highlander 2001 2012 Tacoma 2002 2012 Land Cruiser 2000 2012 Tundra 2000 2012 Matrix 2003 2012 Venza 2011 2012 MR2 Spyder 2000 2005 Yaris 2007 2012 Prius 2001 2012 90 MD70 Vehicle Applications SRS SRS APPLICATIONS DOMESTIC Chrysler Chrysler Model Year Model Year 200 2011 2012 LHS 1998 2001 300 2005 2011 Pacifica 2004 2007 300 SRT 8 2005 2010 PT Cruiser 2001 2010 300M 1999 2004 Sebring 2001 2010 2012 Aspen 2007 2009 Town 8 Country 2001 2012 Cirrus 1996 2000 Voyager 2001 2003 Concorde 1996 2004 Dodge Model Year Model Year Avenger 1999 2008 2012 Magnum SRT 8 2006 2007 Ca
32. 8 2012 ES300 1999 2000 LFA 2012 2002 2003 ES330 2004 2006 LS400 1999 2000 ES350 2007 2012 LS430 2001 2006 GS300 1998 2006 LS460 2007 2012 GS350 2007 2012 LS600h 2008 2012 GS400 1998 2000 LX470 1998 2007 GS430 2001 2007 LX570 2008 2012 GS450h 2007 2012 RX300 2001 2003 GS460 2008 2011 RX330 2004 2006 GX460 2011 2012 RX350 2007 2012 GX470 2003 2009 RX400h 2006 2008 HS250h 2011 2012 RX450h 2011 2012 15250 2006 2012 SC300 1999 2000 15300 2001 2005 SC400 1999 2000 15350 2010 2012 SC430 2002 2010 MD70 95 Vehicle Applications SRS Scion Model Year Model Year iQ 2012 xB 2004 2012 tC 2005 2012 xD 2008 2012 xA 2004 2006 Toyota Model Year Model Year 4Runner 1999 2012 Prius C 2012 Avalon 1999 2012 Prius Plug In 2012 Camry 1999 2012 Prius V 2012 Celica 1999 2005 RAV4 1998 2001 2003 2012 Corolla 1998 2012 Sequoia 2001 2012 Echo 2000 2001 Sienna 2001 2012 FJ Cruiser 2007 2012 Solara 1999 2001 2004 2008 Highlander 2001 2012 Tacoma 1999 2012 Land Cruiser 2000 2012 Tundra 2001 2012 Matrix 2003 2012 Venza 2011 2012 MR2 Spyder 2000 2005 Yaris 2007 2012 Prius 2001 2012 96 MD70 Glossary GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS CARB California Air Resources Board CCM Central Control Module Computer Control System An electronic control system consisting of an on board computer and related sensors switches and actuators used to ensure pea
33. BERATEN DOWN W buttons as necessary to view Module 10 the entire list Available Modules 5 When you have finished viewing the list of available modules press the M button to return to the Vehicle Information Menu Viewing In use Performance Tracking IPT The FixAdvisor can retrieve In use Performance Tracking IPT statistics for monitors supported by the vehicle under test Two values are returned for each monitor the number of times that all conditions necessary for a specific monitor to detect a malfunction have been encountered XXXCOND and the number of times that the vehicle has been operated under the specific conditions for the monitor XXXCOMP Statistics are also provided for the number of times the vehicle has been operated in OBD monitoring conditions OBDCOND and the number of times the vehicle s engine has been started IGNCNTR 1 While linked to the vehicle press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays Select and pross Special Test 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons Live Data Menu_ as necessary to highlight Vehicle Infor De tony asa mation then press the ENTER lt button DLC Locations Firmware Version m The Vehicle Information Menu dis T Settings plays 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight IPT then press the ENTER lt button m If In use Performance Tracking is not yenicie ID s
34. D SETTINGS on page 7 for further instructions MD70 About the FixAdvisor ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS The FixAdvisor lets you make several adjustments and settings to configure the FixAdvisor for your particular needs The following adjustments and settings are available Adjust Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the display screen Audible Tone Turns the FixAdvisor s audible tone on and off When turned on a tone sounds each time a button is pressed Display Backlight Turns the display backlight on and off Select Language Sets the display language for the FixAdvisor to English French or Spanish Unit of Measurement Sets the Unit of Measurement for the FixAdvisor s display to US or Metric Adjustments and settings can be made when the FixAdvisor is Sr connected or not connected to a vehicle To enter the Tool Settings Menu 1 Press and release the M button m The Menu displays 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as Special Test necessary to highlight Tool Settings then Live Data Menu Select and press press the ENTER lt button a p N DLC Locations m The Tool Settings Menu displays Firmware Version 3 Make adjustments and settings as described in the following paragraphs Adjusting Display Brightness 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Adjust Tool Settings Menu Brightness in the Tool Settin
35. ECM PCM DTCs Transmission DTCs Chrysler Enhanced Unable to establish a link with the vehicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition is ON and System Voltage 11 6V P1239 Engine Oil Temperature Too Low Chrysler ENGINE IM MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the and W buttons as necessary to view the additional information MD70 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are no enhanced DTCs present a No Enhanced DTC s are are presently stored ts a in the vehicle s presently stored in the vehicles computer computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM amp button to return to the System Menu 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK lt b button again 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed
36. ID supported by the vehicle in the FixAdvisors memory Recorded Live Data can serve as valuable information to help you in the troubleshooting of vehicle problems There are two ways that the FixAdvisor can record Live Data m Record by DTC Trigger m Record by Manual Trigger Se If the POWER LINK lt p button is pressed at any time while in Live Data mode any stored recorded Live Data will be cleared erased from the FixAdvisor s memory 64 MD70 Live Data Mode RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA Record by DTC Trigger This function automatically records captures Live Data information when a DTC sets and saves it in the FixAdvisors memory The recorded captured data can be a valuable troubleshooting aid particularly if you are experiencing a fault that is causing a DTC to set 1 While linked to the vehicle start the engine then press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays 2 Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Live Data Menu then press the ENTER lt button m The Live Data Menu displays 3 Use the UP and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Record Live Data then press the ENTER lt button m The Record Live Data Menu displays 4 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Record by DTC trigger then press the ENTER lt button m The Select Data Set screen displays You can record the entire Live Data list or a custom Live Data
37. INESS TESTING m s 7155 ABOUT REPAIRSOLUTIONS iii 60 LIVE DATA MODE VIEWING EIVE DATA 03 00 AL aia 62 CUSTOMIZING LIVE DATA PIDs 63 RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA we 64 LIVE DATA PLAYBACK iii 69 ADDITIONAL TESTS O2SENSOR TEST Set riet eth balli hated eal and 71 NON CONTINUOUS TEST oie AR EVAP LEAK TEST 73 VEHICLE INFORMATION 74 USING THE DTC LIBRARY wee TT USING THE DLC LOCATOR 78 VIEWING THE FIRMWARE VERSION in 79 GENERIC GLOBAL OBD2 PID LIST iii 80 VEHICLE APPLICATIONS ABS ABS APPLICATIONS DOMESTIC iii 85 ABS APPLICATIONS ASIAN ii 89 VEHICLE APPLICATIONS SRS SRS APPLICATIONS DOMESTIC iii 91 SRS APPLICATIONS ASIAN iii 95 GLOSSARY GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS sss 97 WARRANTY AND SERVICING LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY iii 101 SERVICE PROCEDURES fl AL 101 i MD70 Introduction WHAT IS OBD WHAT IS OBD The FixAdvisor is designed to work on all OBD2 compliant vehicles All 1996 and newer vehicles cars light trucks and SUVs sold in the United States are OBD2 compliant One of the most exciting improvements in the automobile industry was the addition of on board diagnostics OBD on vehicles or in more basic terms the computer that activat
38. MATCO TOOLS Tech 1 877 336 2826 FixAdvisor amp e Operating Instructions Safety Information FEATURES AND BENEFITS The easiest and best way to troubleshoot 1996 and newer OBD2 vehicles Links to all OBD2 protocols to decode Check Engine light problems Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific codes Retrieves ABS and SRS codes Displays Freeze Frame Data Displays Live Data Table of Contents INTRODUCTION WEIAT IS OBD Pat HE re ee LAA CALANT Av YOUCAN DO TE 22 22 la 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY FIRS TI Siria A E 3 ABOUT THE FIXADVISOR VEHICLES COVERED v c ccctesccnvaceseteseuwecessasdesycavevicenseccesbatsavacusthsentige 5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT ne 6 ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS 7 FIXADVISOR CONTROLS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS in 10 DISPLAY FUNCTIONS cocoa iii ANTA s 11 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS in 14 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs vic 19 OBD2 MONITORS ico coccion titi 22 PREPARATION FOR TESTING PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET 31 BEFORE YOU BEGIN iii 34 VEHICLE SERVICE MANUALS iii 35 USING THE FIXADVISOR CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE in 36 THE SYSTEM MENU 42 VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs 43 VIEWING ABS DTCS_ 51 VIEWING SRS DTGS carie 52 ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs 54 IM READ
39. REPAIRSOLUTIONS F Misfire Fuel and Comprehensive Component Monitors run 4 continuously and their icons will always be on solid even after the erase function is performed Each DTC is associated with a specific Monitor Consult the vehicle s service manual to identify the Monitor or Monitors associated with the faults that were repaired Follow the manufacturer s procedures to perform a Trip Drive Cycle for the appropriate Monitors m While observing the Monitor icons on the Scan Tools display perform a Trip Drive Cycle for the appropriate Monitor or Monitors If the vehicle needs to be driven in order to perform a Trip Drive Cycle ALWAYS have a second person help you One person should drive the vehicle while the other person observes the Monitor icons on the Scan Tool for Monitor RUN status Trying to drive and observe the Scan Tool at the same time is dangerous and could cause a serious traffic accident When a Monitor s Trip Drive Cycle is performed properly the Monitor icon on the Scan Tool s display changes from flashing to solid indicating that the Monitor has run and finished its diagnostic testing f after the Monitor has run the MIL on the vehicle s dash is not lit and no stored or pending codes associated with that particular Monitor are present in the vehicle s computer the repair was successful m If after the Monitor has run the MIL on the vehicle s dash lights and or a DTC associated w
40. S icon Indicates the currently displayed DTC is an Anti Lock Brake System ABS code SRS icon Indicates the currently displayed DTC is Supplemental Restraint System SRS code MD70 FixAdvisor Controls DISPLAY FUNCTIONS 15 Code Number Sequence The FixAdvisor assigns a sequence number to each DTC that is present in the computer s memory starting with 01 This number indicates which code is currently displayed Code number 01 is always the highest priority code and the one for which Freeze Frame data has been stored If 01 is a Pending code there may or may not be Freeze Frame data stored in memory 16 Code Enumerator Indicates the total number of codes retrieved from the vehicle s computer MD70 13 Onboard Diagnostics COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS The Introduction of Electronic Engine Controls 14 Electronic Computer Control Systems make it possible for vehicle manufacturers to comply with the tougher emissions and fuel efficiency standards mandated by State and Federal Governments As a result of increased air pollution smog in large cities such as Los Angeles the California Air Resources Board CARB and the Environmental Protection Agency EPA set new regulations and air pollution standards to deal with the problem To further complicate matters the energy crisis of the early 1970s caused a sharp increase in fuel prices over a
41. TO SERVICE MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TUNE UP CONDITIONS NORMAL OPERATING ENGINE TEMPERATURE C ERTI FI E D ACCESSORIES OFF COOLING FAN OFF TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL EXHAUST EMISSIONS STANDARDS STANDARD CATEGORY CERTIFICATION TLEV IN USE TLEV INTERMEDIATE re CATALYST lll GAP 1 1MM 2 Government Regulations require that all OBD2 compliant vehicles must have a O1 12 34 5 elrls common sixteen pn Data Link 12 78 Connector DLC Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles have 16 pin connectors but are sa not OBD2 compliant Only those vehicles with a Vehicle Emissions Control Label stating OBD Il Certified are OBD2 compliant Data Link Connector DLC Location The 16 pin DLC is usually located under the instrument panel dash within 12 inches 300 mm of center of the panel on the drivers side of most vehicles It should be easily accessible and visible from a lt 7 kneeling position outside the lt MAX VASP ASIA vehicle with the door open LEFT CORNER OF DASH OF DASH MD70 5 About the FixAdvisor BATTERY REPLACEMENT On some Asian and European vehicles the DLC is located behind the ashtray the ashtray must be removed to access it or on the far left corner of the dash If the DLC cannot be located consult the vehicle s service manual for the location BATTERY REPLACEMENT Replace batteries when the battery symbol gt is v
42. TSBs recalls and more areas only require that some but not all Monitors have run their self diagnostic testing before an Emissions Test Smog Check may be performed MD70 Using the FixAdvisor I M READINESS TESTING From the code retrieval procedure determine the status of each Monitor a solid Monitor icon shows Monitor Has Run status a flashing Monitor icon indicates Has Not Run status Take this information to an emissions professional to determine based on your test results if your vehicle is ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check 3 RED LED Indicates there is a problem with one or more of the vehicle s systems o A vehicle displaying a red LED is definitely wowronstaus on not ready for an Emissions Test Smog ee mi fe Check The red LED is also an indication P2247 Generic that there are Diagnostic Trouble Code s 02 sensor reference present displayed on the Scan Tool s voltage eircuit open screen The Malfunetien Indicator Check Be Engine Lamp on the vehicle s instrument panel will light steady The problem that is causing the red LED to light must be repaired before an Emissions Test Smog Check can be performed It is also suggested that the vehicle be inspected repaired before driving the vehicle further If the Red LED was obtained there is a definite problem present in the system s In these cases you have the following options m Repair the vehicle yourse
43. The 2nd character is a numeric digit 0 thru 3 It identifies the type of code Generic or Manufacturer Specific Generic DTCs are codes that are used by all vehicle manu facturers The standards for generic DTCs as well as their definitions are set by the Society of Automotive Engineers SAE MD70 19 Onboard Diagnostics DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs 20 Manufacturer Specific DTCs are codes that are controlled by SP the vehicle manufacturers The Federal Government does not require vehicle manufacturers to go beyond the standardized generic DTCs in order to comply with the new OBD2 emissions standards However manufacturers are free to expand beyond the standardized codes to make their systems easier to diagnose m The 3rd character is a letter or a numeric digit O thru 9 A thru F It identifies the specific system or sub system where the problem is located m The 4th and 5th characters are letters or numeric digits O thru 9 A thru F They identify the section of the system that is malfunctioning OBD2 DTC EXAMPLE P0201 Injector Circuit Malfunction Cylinder 1 Body P0201 T Chassis Powertrain Network Generic Manufacturer Specific Generic P Codes and Manufacturer Specific B C and U Codes Includes both Generic and Manufacturer Specific Codes Identifies the system where the problem is located P Code systems are listed below B C and U Code systems wi
44. VIII 1997 1998 Zephyr 2006 MKS 2009 2012 Mercury Model Year Model Year Cougar 1999 2002 Monterey 2004 2007 Grand Marquis 1996 2011 Mountaineer 1997 2010 Marauder 2003 2004 Mystique 1996 2000 Mariner 2005 2011 Sable 1996 2005 2008 2009 Milan 2006 2011 Tracer 1997 1999 Montego 2005 2007 Villager 1999 86 MD70 Vehicle Applications ABS GM Buick Model Year Model Year Century 1996 2005 Rainier 2004 2007 Enclave 2008 2011 Regal 1996 2004 2011 LaCrosse 2005 2011 Rendezvous 2002 2007 LeSabre 1996 2005 Skylark 1996 1998 Lucerne 2006 2011 Terraza 2005 2007 Park Avenue 1996 2005 Cadillac Model Year Model Year Catera 1997 2001 Fleetwood 1996 Brougham CTS 2003 2010 SeVille 1996 2004 DeVille 1996 2005 SRX 2004 2011 DTS 2006 2011 STS 2005 2011 Eldorado 1996 2002 STS V 2006 Escalade 1999 2000 XLR 2004 2009 2002 2012 Escalade EXT 2004 2012 XLR V 2006 Chevrolet Model Year Model Year Astro Van 1996 2005 G 30 1996 1997 Avalanche 2011 2012 HHR 2006 2011 Avalanche 1500 2002 2010 Impala 2000 2011 Avalanche 2500 2002 2006 Impala SS 1996 Aveo 2004 2011 K 1500 1996 2003 Baretta 1996 K 2500 1996 2003 Blazer 1996 2005 K 3500 1996 2003 C 1500 1996 2003 Lumina 1996 2001 C 2500 1996 2003 Malibu 1997 2012 C 3500 1996 2003 Metro 1998 2001 Camaro 1996 2002 Monte Carlo 1996 2007 2010 2011 Caprice
45. a diagnostic program was developed and installed in the vehicle s on board computer The program has several procedures and diagnostic strategies Each procedure or diagnostic strategy is made to monitor the operation of and run diagnostic tests on a specific emissions related component or system These tests ensure the system is running correctly and is within the manufacturers specifications On OBD2 systems these procedures and diagnostic strategies are called Monitors Currently fifteen Monitors are supported by OBD2 systems Additional monitors may be added as a result of Government regulations as the OBD2 system grows and matures Not all vehicles support all fifteen Monitors Additionally some Monitors are supported by spark ignition vehicles only while others are supported by compression ignition vehicles only Monitor operation is either Continuous or Non Continuous depending on the specific monitor Continuous Monitors Three of these Monitors are designed to constantly monitor their associated components and or systems for proper operation Continuous Monitors run constantly when the engine is running The Continuous Monitors are Comprehensive Component Monitor CCM Mis Misfire Monitor U Fuel System Monitor MD70 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS Non Continuous Monitors The other twelve Monitors are non continuous Monitors Non continuous Monitors perform a
46. and the DTC FF button is pressed the FixAdvisor returns to the first DTC m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU amp button The FixAdvisor returns to the System Menu ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs When the FixAdvisor s ERASE function is used to erase DTCs from the vehicle s on board computer Freeze Frame data and manufacturer specific enhanced data are also erased If you plan to take the vehicle to a Service Center for repair DO NOT erase the codes from the vehicle s computer If the codes are erased valuable information that might help the technician troubleshoot the problem will also be erased Erase DTCs from the computer s memory as follows When DTCs are erased from the vehicle s computer memory the SP VM Readiness Monitor Status program resets the status of all Monitors to a not run flashing condition To set all of the Monitors to a DONE status an OBD2 Drive Cycle must be performed Refer to your vehicle s service manual for information on how to perform an OBD2 Drive Cycle for the vehicle under test Sr The FixAdvisor must be connected to the vehicle s DLC to erase the codes from the computers memory If you press the ERASE 2 button when the FixAdvisor is not connected to the vehicle s DLC the erase instruction screen displays 1 If not connected already connect the FixAdvisor to the vehicle s DLC and turn the ignition On If the FixAdvisor is already connect
47. articular Monitor has or has not run and performed the self diagnosis and testing of its associated system Performing I M Readiness Quick Check When a vehicle first comes from the factory all Monitors indicate a HAVE RUN status This indicates that all Monitors have run and completed their diagnostic testing The HAVE RUN status remains in the computer s memory unless the Diagnostic Trouble Codes are erased or the vehicle s computer memory is cleared The Scan Tool allows you to retrieve Monitor System Status Information to help you determine if the vehicle is ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check In addition to retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes the Scan Tool also retrieves Monitor Run Not Run status This information is very important since different areas of the state country have different emissions laws and regulations concerning Monitor Run Not Run status Before an Emissions Test Smog Check can be performed your vehicle must meet certain rules requirements and procedures legislated by the Federal and state country governments where you live 1 In most areas one of the requirements that must be met before a vehicle is allowed to be Emissions Tested Smog Checked is that the vehicle does not have any Diagnostic Trouble Codes present with the exception of PENDING Diagnostic Trouble Codes 2 In addition to the requirement that no Diagnostic Trouble Codes be present some areas also require that all th
48. ating oxygen sensor reacts quickly to any change in oxygen content in the exhaust stream A faulty oxygen sensor reacts slowly or its voltage signal is weak or missing The Oxygen Sensor Monitor is supported by spark ignition vehicles only The Oxygen Sensor Monitor is a Two Trip monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Secondary Air System Monitor When a cold engine is first started it runs in open loop mode During open loop operation the engine usually runs rich A vehicle running rich wastes fuel and creates increased emissions such as carbon monoxide and some hydrocarbons A Secondary Air System injects air into the exhaust stream to aid catalytic converter operation 1 It supplies the catalytic converter with the oxygen it needs to oxidize the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons left over from the combustion process during engine warm up 2 The extra oxygen injected into the exhaust stream also helps the catalytic converter reach operating temperature more quickly during warm up periods The catalytic converter must heat to operating temperature to work properly The Secondary Air System Monitor checks for component integrity and system operation and te
49. ation on your vehicle before you retrieve codes By having a complete account of your vehicle s current problem s you will be able to systematically pinpoint the problem s by comparing your answers to the fault codes you retrieve You can also provide this information to your mechanic to assist in diagnosis and help avoid costly and unnecessary repairs It is important for you to complete this form to help you and or your mechanic have a clear understanding of your vehicle s problems NAME DATE VIN YEAR MAKE MODEL ENGINE SIZE VEHICLE MILEAGE VIN Vehicle Identification Number found at the base of the windshield on a metallic plate or at the driver door latch area consult your vehicle owner s manual for location TRANSMISSION O Automatic O Manual Please check all applicable items in each category DESCRIBE THE PROBLEM MD70 31 Preparation for Testing PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET 32 WHEN DID YOU FIRST NOTICE THE PROBLEM O Just Started Started Last Week O O Started Last Month O Other LIST ANY REPAIRS DONE IN THE PAST SIX MONTHS PROBLEMS STARTING O No symptoms O Will not crank ENGINE QUITS OR STALLS O No symptoms O Right after starting O When shifting into gear O During steady speed driving IDLING CONDITIONS O No symptoms O Is too slow at all
50. autions When an engine is running it produces carbon monoxide a toxic and poisonous gas To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning operate the vehicle ONLY in a well ventilated area To protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or caustic liquids always wear approved safety eye protection When an engine is running many parts such as the coolant fan pulleys fan belt etc turn at high speed To avoid serious injury always be aware of moving parts Keep a safe distance from these parts as well as other potentially moving objects Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running To prevent severe burns avoid contact with hot engine parts Before starting an engine for testing or troubleshooting make sure the parking brake is engaged Put the transmission in park for automatic transmission or neutral for manual transmission Block the drive wheels with suitable blocks Connecting or disconnecting test equipment when the ignition is ON can damage test equipment and the vehicle s electronic components Turn the ignition OFF before connecting the Scan Tool to or disconnecting the Scan Tool from the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC MD70 3 Safety Precautions SAFETY FIRST To prevent damage to the on board computer when taking vehicle electrical measurements always use a digital multimeter with at least 10 MegOhms of impedance Fuel and battery vapors are
51. bling Criteria for all Monitors on a particular vehicle to run and complete their diagnostic testing m Warm up Cycle Vehicle operation after an engine off period where engine temperature rises at least 40 F 22 C from its temperature before starting and reaches at least 160 F 70 C The PCM uses warm up cycles as a counter to automatically erase a specific code and related data from its memory When no faults related to the original problem are detected within a specified number of warm up cycles the code is erased automatically DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs are meant to guide you to the proper Diagnostic Trouble service procedure in the vehicle s Codes DTCs are service manual DO NOT replace parts codes that identify a based only on DTCs without first specific problem area consulting the vehicle s service manual for proper testing procedures for that particular system circuit or component DTCs are alphanumeric codes that are used to identify a problem that is present in any of the systems that are monitored by the on board computer PCM Each trouble code has an assigned message that identifies the circuit component or system area where the problem was found OBD2 diagnostic trouble codes are made up of five characters m The 1st character is a letter B C P or U It identifies the main system where the fault occurred Body Chassis Powertrain or Network m
52. butor or the Service Center 877 336 2826 33 MATCO 6 00 AM 6 00 PM Monday Saturday PST Web matco carscan com MD70 101 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AS O 40 HABLAMOS ESPA OL SERVICE IN USA WE EMPLOY TECHNICIANS CERTIFIED BY ASE ONLY LET US SHOW YOU THEIR CREDENTIALS matco carscan com 17352 Von Karman Avenue PRODUCT DESIGN amp COPYRIGHT Irvine CA 92614 TE Printed in Taiwan Instruction MRP 93 0399 2013 A Copyright 2013 IEC All Rights Reserved
53. cessful a confirmation message shows on the display Press the POWER LINK O lt p gt button to return to the DTC screen Erase was successful m f the erase was not successful an advisory message shows on the Erase request has display been sent F Erasing DTCs does not fix the problem s that caused the code s to be set If proper repairs to correct the problem that caused the code s to be set are not made the code s will appear again and the check engine light will illuminate as soon as the vehicle is driven long enough for its Monitors to complete their testing I M READINESS TESTING IM is an Inspection and Maintenance program legislated by the Government to meet federal clean air standards The program requires that a vehicle be taken periodically to an Emissions Station for an Emissions Test or Smog Check where the emissions related components and systems are inspected and tested for proper operation Emissions Tests are generally performed once a year or once every two years MD70 55 Using the FixAdvisor I M READINESS TESTING On OBD2 systems the I M program is enhanced by requiring vehicles to meet stricter test standards One of the tests instituted by the Federal Government is called I M 240 On I M 240 the vehicle under test is driven under different speeds and load conditions on a dynamometer for 240 seconds while the vehicle s emissions are measured Emissions tests vary d
54. command a Monitor to run tests on its related system These conditions are known as Enabling Criteria The requirements and procedures vary for each Monitor Some Monitors only require the ignition key to be turned On for them to run and complete their diagnostic testing Others may require a set of complex procedures such as starting the vehicle when cold bringing it to operating temperature and driving the vehicle under specific conditions before the Monitor can run and complete its diagnostic testing Monitor Has Has Not Run The terms Monitor has run or Monitor has not run are used throughout this manual Monitor has run means the PCM has commanded a particular Monitor to perform the required diagnostic testing on a system to ensure the system is operating correctly within factory specifications The term Monitor has not run means the PCM has not yet commanded a particular Monitor to perform diagnostic testing on its associated part of the emissions system Trip A Trip for a particular Monitor requires that the vehicle is being driven in such a way that all the required Enabling Criteria for the Monitor to run and complete its diagnostic testing are met The Trip Drive Cycle for a particular Monitor begins when the ignition key is turned On It is successfully completed when all the Enabling Criteria for the Monitor to run and complete its diagnostic testing are met by t
55. cord by manual trigger then press the ENTER lt button m The Select Data Set screen displays You can record the entire Live Data list or a custom Live Data list m To record the entire Live Data list use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Entire Live Data List then press the ENTER button Proceed to step 7 m To record a custom Live Data list use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Custom Live Data List then press the ENTER lt 2 button The Record Custom Live Data menu displays with the first PID in the menu highlighted Proceed to step 5 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons to scroll through the available PIDs When the PID you wish to record is highlighted press the ENTER lt button to select it a Record Live Data Select and press Record by DTC trigger Record by manual trigger Record Live Data Select and press Entire Live Data List Custom Live Data List Record Custom Live Data Highlight the PIDs you would like to record and press Fuel Sys 1 a Fuel Sys 2 Calc Load Press LD to save checkmark will show in the checkbox to the right of the PID to confirm your selection Repeat the procedure until only the PIDs you want to record have all been selected m To deselect a currently selected PID highlight the PID then press the ENTER button The checkmark will be removed from
56. cted m To deselect a currently selected PID highlight the PID then press the ENTER 4 button The checkmark will be removed from the checkbox 6 When you are finished making your selection s press the LD button to save your selection Proceed to step 7 If DTCs are presently stored in the vehicle s computer an advisory message displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN VW buttons as necessary to highlight Erase DTCs then press the ENTER 4 button See ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs on page 54 When the Ready to Record screen displays put the engine in the operating condition that causes the DTC to set f necessary drive the vehicle until you reach the vehicle speed at which the problem occurs When the Scan Tool detects a fault that causes a DTC to set it automatically records and saves approximately 100 frames of Live Data information in its memory according to your trigger selection for each PID supported by the vehicle m All three LEDs will blink for three seconds to indicate that Live Data is being recorded and a One moment please message shows on the display along with the number of the frame being recorded When recording is complete a confirmation screen displays asking if you would like to view the recorded data Use the UP 4 and DOWN WY buttons as necessary to select Yes or No as desired then press the ENTER button Record Live Data DTC Trigger Mode Please cl
57. d on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the PCM commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor The Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor tests the operation of the oxygen sensor s heater There are two modes of operation on a computer controlled vehicle open loop and closed loop The vehicle operates in open loop when the engine is cold before it reaches normal operating temperature The vehicle also goes to open loop mode at other times such as heavy load and full throttle conditions When the vehicle is running in open loop the oxygen sensor signal is ignored by the computer for air fuel mixture corrections Engine efficiency during open loop operation is very low and results in the production of more vehicle emissions Closed loop operation is the best condition for both vehicle emissions and vehicle operation When the vehicle is operating in closed loop the computer uses the oxygen sensor signal for air fuel mixture corrections In order for the computer to enter closed loop operation the oxygen sensor must reach a temperature of at least 600 F The oxygen sensor heater helps the oxygen sensor reach and maintain its minimum operating temperature 600 F more quickly to bring the vehicle into closed loop operation as so
58. de Readers etc and the vehicle s on board computer OBD2 Terminology The following terms and their definitions are related to OBD2 systems Read and reference this list as needed to aid in the understanding of OBD2 systems MD70 17 Onboard Diagnostics COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS 18 Powertrain Control Module PCM The PCM is the OBD2 accepted term for the vehicle s on board computer In addition to controlling the engine management and emissions systems the PCM also participates in controlling the powertrain transmission operation Most PCMs also have the ability to communicate with other computers on the vehicle ABS ride control body etc Monitor Monitors are diagnostic routines programmed into the PCM The PCM utilizes these programs to run diagnostic tests and to monitor operation of the vehicle s emissions related components or systems to ensure they are operating correctly and within the vehicles manufacturer specifications Currently up to fifteen Monitors are used in OBD2 systems Additional Monitors will be added as the OBD2 system is further developed F Not all vehicles support all fifteen Monitors Enabling Criteria Each Monitor is designed to test and monitor the operation of a specific part of the vehicle s emissions system EGR system oxygen sensor catalytic converter etc A specific set of conditions or driving procedures must be met before the computer can
59. desired backlight mode is selected press the ENTER lt button to save your changes m The display returns to the Tool Settings Menu and the backlight turns on or off as selected Selecting the Display Language 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Select Language in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER lt button m The Select Language screen displays m The currently selected display Lan guage is highlighted Press the UP 4 or DOWN Y button as necessary to highlight the desired display language Tool Settings Menu Select and press Adjust Brightness Display Backlight Select Language Unit of Measurement Audible tone Select and press On Off Tool Settings Menu Select and press Adjust Brightness Audible Tone Select Language Unit of Measurement Display Backlight Select and press OFF Tool Settings Menu Select and press Adjust Brightness Audible Tone Display Backlight Unit of Measurement Language Espanol Francais MD70 About the FixAdvisor ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS 3 When the desired display language is highlighted press the ENTER lt button to save your changes and return to the Tool Settings Menu shown in the selected display language Setting the Unit of Measurement 1 Use the UP and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Unit of Measurement
60. displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the FixAdvisor returns to the Ford Mazda Enhanced menu m To view additional enhanced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 5 above m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU 4s gt button The Scan Tool returns to the System Menu General Motors lsuzu OEM Enhanced DTCs When OEM Enhanced is selected from the System Menu and the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was GM or Isuzu the GM Isuzu Enhanced menu displays You may view the MIL DTC Current DTC Fail Since Clear DTC or History DTC 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button GMJEnhanced A One moment please message Select and press displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves Ben urren the selected DTCs Fail Since Clear DTCs P History DTCs m If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the Transmission DTCs vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display GM Enhanced Verify the ignition is ON then press nabie to establish a the ENTER J button to continue link with the vehicle Verify the connection 2 To read the display al ine DES Vetity that the ignition is ON and Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD System Voltage 11 6V display elements A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being po
61. e DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the Scan Tool s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK lt b gt button again 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the Scan Tool returns to the Toyota Lexus Enhanced menu m To view additional enhanced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 4 above m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU 4s gt button The Scan Tool returns to the System Menu VIEWING ABS DTCs Refer to Vehicle Applications ABS on page 85 for vehicles covered 1 When ABS is chosen from the System Menu a One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs MD70 If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK 6 lt p button to continue To read the display Unable to establish a link with the vehicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition i System Voltage 11 6V 51 Using the FixAdvisor Pro VIEWING SRS DTCS Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elemen
62. e Monitors that a particular vehicle supports indicate a Has Run status condition before an Emissions Check may be performed 3 Other areas may only require that some but not all Monitors indicate a Has Run status before an Emissions Test Smog Check may be performed Monitors with a Has Run status indicate that all the F required conditions they needed to perform diagnosis and testing of their assigned engine area system have been met and all diagnostic testing has completed successfully MD70 57 Using the FixAdvisor I M READINESS TESTING Monitors with a Has Not Run status have not yet met the conditions they need to perform diagnosis and testing of their assigned engine area system and have not been able to perform diagnostic testing on that system The green yellow and red LEDs provide a quick way to help you determine if a vehicle is ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check Follow the instructions below to perform the Quick Check Perform the CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE as described on page 36 then interpret the LED indications as follows Interpreting I M Readiness Test Results 1 58 GREEN LED Indicates that all engine systems are OK and operating normally all Monitors supported by the vehicle have run and performed their self diagnostic testing The vehicle is ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check and there is a good possibility that it can be certified YELLOW LED
63. e POWER LINK ap button BEFORE connecting the FixAdvisor to the DLC Connect the FixAdvisor cable connector to the vehicle s DLC The cable connector is keyed and will only fit one way f you have problems connecting the cable connector to the DLC rotate the connector 180 and try again If you still have problems check the DLC on the vehicle and on the FixAdvisor Refer to your vehicle s service manual to properly check the vehicle s DLC Turn the ignition on DO NOT start the engine When the FixAdvisor s cable connector is properly connected to the vehicle s DLC the unit automatically turns ON m If the unit does not power on automatically when connected to the vehicle s DLC connector it usually indicates there is no power present at the vehicle s DLC connector Check your fuse panel and replace any burned out fuses MD70 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE m f replacing the fuse s does not correct the problem consult your vehicle s repair manual to identify the proper computer PCM fuse circuit and perform any necessary repairs before proceeding 6 The FixAdvisor will automatically start a check of the vehicle s computer to determine which type of communication protocol it is Qne moment or using When the FixAdvisor identifies the computers communication protocol a communication link is established and the Select Vehicle screen displays The screen lists the three
64. ear DTCs before recording by DTC trigger Select and press Erase DTCs Exit Record Live Data DTC Trigger Mode Ready to record Waiting for DTC Record Live Data DTC Trigger One moment please Recording Frame 3 Live Data record was successful Would you like to view now Select and press 4 No MD70 Live Data Mode RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA If you chose to cancel the recording process before recording was completed an advisory message displays asking if you would like to view the Live Data list that was recorded Use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to select Yes or No as desired then press the ENTER 4 button If the Live Data recording process was not successful an advisory message shows on the Scan Tool s display Press the M button to return to the Record Live Data menu If Yes is selected the Scan Tool enters Playback mode from which you can view a frame by frame playback of recorded Live Data see LIVE DATA Live Data record was not finished Would you like to view Live data list recorded Select and press 44 No Record Live Data XXXXXXX Live Data record was not successful PLAYBACK on page 69 for details If No is selected the display returns to the Live Data View mode 10 You can exit the Record Live Data Mode at any time by pressing and holding the M button until the Main Menu displays
65. ed and linked to the vehicle s computer proceed directly to step 4 If not continue to step 2 2 Perform the Code Retrieval procedure as described on page 36 m To erase OBD2 DTCs Wait until the codes are displayed on the FixAdvisor s LCD and then proceed to step 3 54 TO ERASE Connect the DLC to the vehicle turn the ignition ON Press the lt gt button to continue MD70 Using the FixAdvisor I M READINESS TESTING m To erase OEM enhanced ABS or SRS DTCs Press the SYSTEM MENU button to display the System menu Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER button Perform the appropriate Code Retrieval procedure see page 42 for more information and then proceed to step 3 3 Press and release the ERASE GA button A confirmation message shows on the display m f you are sure you want to proceed use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Yes then 2 asing clears all press the ENTER lt button to DTCs Freeze Frame Data and resets IM continue Monitors Are you sure f you do not want to proceed use the UP amp and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight No then press the ENTER lt button to cancel the erase procedure Select and press No 4 If you chose to erase DTCs a progress screen displays while the erase function is in progress m f the erase was suc
66. ehicles with devices capable of meeting all of the new emissions standards and regulations It was also decided that an enhanced on board diagnostic system capable of addressing all of these problems was needed This new system is known as On Board Diagnostics Generation Two OBD2 The primary objective of the OBD2 system is to comply with the latest regulations and emissions standards established by CARB and the EPA The Main Objectives of the OBD2 System are m To detect degraded and or failed emissions related components or systems that could cause tailpipe emissions to exceed by 1 5 times the Federal Test Procedure FTP standard m To expand emissions related system monitoring This includes a set of computer run diagnostics called Monitors Monitors perform diagnostics and testing to verify that all emissions related components and or systems are operating correctly and within the manufacturer s specifications m To use a standardized Diagnostic Link Connector DLC in all vehicles Before OBD2 DLCs were of different shapes and sizes m To standardize the code numbers code definitions and language used to describe faults Before OBD2 each vehicle manufacturer used their own code numbers code definitions and language to describe the same faults m To expand the operation of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL m To standardize communication procedures and protocols between the diagnostic equipment Scan Tools Co
67. em operation and tests for faults in the system The computer runs this Monitor once per trip The Boost Pressure System Monitor is supported by compression ignition vehicles only The Boost Pressure System Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Exhaust Gas Sensor Monitor The exhaust gas sensor is used by a number of systems monitors to determine the content of the exhaust stream The computer checks for component integrity system operation and tests for faults in the system as well as feedback faults that may affect other emission control systems The Exhaust Gas Sensor Monitor is supported by compression ignition vehicles only The Exhaust Gas Sensor Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory PM Filter Monitor The particulate matter PM filter removes particulate matter from the exhaust stream by filtration The filter has a honeycomb str
68. ent panel will be illuminated If the correct manufacturer is shown use the UP and DOWN VW buttons as necessary to highlight Yes then press the ENTER button to continue If the correct manufacturer is not shown use the UP 4 and DOWN w buttons as necessary to highlight No then press the ENTER O e gt I M MONITOR STATUS PO0STIDOD mag VISTOS P2247 Generic O2 sensor reference voltage circuit open bank 2 sensor 1 2002700 020090006 No Powertrain DTCs or Freeze Frame data presently stored in the vehicle s computer Please visit www Matco Carscan com for repair videos TSBs recalls and more 0 gt egsosgao L GOES mn T P2247 Generic O2 sensor reference voltage circuit open bank 2 sensor 1 You have selected Acura Is this correct Yes No button to return to the list of vehicle manufacturers If the manufacturer for your vehicle is not listed use the UP Mm and DOWN W buttons as necessary to select Other manufacturer and press the ENTER 4 button for additional DTC information If the definition for the currently displayed code is not available an advisory message shows on the Scan Tool s LCD display 08020098 FREEZE FRAME DL P1274 The DTC definition is not available Please visit www Matco Carscan com 41 Using the FixAdvisor THE SYSTEM MENU 19 If more than one DTC wa
69. epending on the geographic or regional area in which the vehicle is registered If the vehicle is registered in a highly urbanized area the I M 240 is probably the type of test required If the vehicle is registered in a rural area the stricter dynamometer type test may not be required IM Readiness Monitors IM Readiness shows whether the various emissions related systems on the vehicle are operating properly and are ready for Inspection and Maintenance testing State and Federal Governments enacted Regulations Procedures and Emission Standards to ensure that all emissions related components and systems are continuously or periodically monitored tested and diagnosed whenever the vehicle is in operation It also requires vehicle manufacturers to automatically detect and report any problems or faults that may increase the vehicle s emissions to an unacceptable level The vehicle s emissions control system consists of several components or sub systems Oxygen Sensor Catalytic Converter EGR Fuel System etc that aid in reducing vehicle emissions To have an efficient Vehicle Emission Control System all the emissions related components and systems must work correctly whenever the vehicle is in operation To comply with State and Federal Government regulations vehicle manufacturers designed a series of special computer programs called Monitors that are programmed into the vehicle s computer Each of these Monitors is specifica
70. er what you are viewing is 3 A vehicle usually supports several PIDs however only a limited amount of PID data can be displayed on the screen at one time If additional PID data is available a small arrow will be shown on the display Use the UP 42 and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to scroll up or down to view all available PID data 62 MD70 Live Data Mode CUSTOMIZING LIVE DATA PIDs If communication with the vehicle is lost while viewing Live Data a Communication Lost message shows on the FixAdvisor s display 4 Press and release the ENTER lt 4 button to view the currently selected PID in graph mode Press and release the LD button again to return to the PID list 5 Press and hold the ENTER J button to view the expanded definition for the currently selected PID Press and release the ENTER amp button again to return to the PID list 6 If you experience vehicle problems view and or compare the Live Data PID informa tion displayed on the FixAdvisor to specifications in the vehicle s repair manual If desired you can customize the Live Data display to show only those PIDs you are interested in viewing See Customizing Live Data PIDs below for details You may also choose to capture record Live Data for later viewing See RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA on page 64 for details CUSTOMIZING LIVE DATA PIDs Live Data Communication with the vehicle has bee
71. es the vehicle s CHECK ENGINE light OBD1 was designed to monitor manufacturer specific systems on vehicles built from 1981 to 1995 Then came the development of OBD2 which is on all 1996 cars and light trucks sold in the U S Like its predecessor OBD2 was adopted as part of a government mandate to lower vehicle emissions But what makes OBD2 unique is its universal application for all late model cars and trucks domestic and import This sophisticated program in the vehicle s main computer system is designed to detect failures in a range of systems and can be accessed through a universal OBD2 port which is usually found under the dashboard For all OBD systems if a problem is found the computer turns on the CHECK ENGINE light to warn the driver and sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC to identify where the problem occurred A special Scan Tool such as the FixAdvisor is required to retrieve these codes which consumers and professionals use as a starting point for repairs The FixAdvisor provides the additional ability to retrieve OEM enhanced DTCs from most Chrysler Jeep Ford Mazda GM Isuzu Honda Acura and Toyota Lexus vehicles as well as Anti Lock Brake System ABS DTCs Supplemental Restraint System SRS DTCs and vehicle information The types of enhanced data available depends on the vehicle make MD70 1 You Can Do It EASY TO USE EASY TO VIEW EASY TO DEFINE Easy ToUse m Connect the FixAdvi
72. form the leak test but signals to vehicle s on board computer to initiate the test The vehicle manufacturer determines the criteria and method for stopping the test once it has been started BEFORE using the EVAP Leak Test function refer to the vehicle s service repair manual to determine the procedures necessary to stop the test 1 From the Special Test Menu use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight EVAP Leak Test then press the ENTER button A One moment please message displays while the request is sent to the Special Test Select and press 4 O2 Sensor Test Non Continuous Test EVAP Leak Test vehicle s on board computer Some vehicle manufacturers do not allow FixAdvisors or other external devices to control vehicle systems If the EVAP Leak Test is not supported by the vehicle under test an advisory message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Press the M button to return to the Special Test Menu 3 When the EVAP leak test has been initiated by the vehicle s on board computer a confirmation message shows on_ the FixAdvisor s display Press the M button to return to the Special Test Menu EVAP Leak Test This vehicle does not support EVAP Leak Test EVAP Leak Test Test request sent VEHICLE INFORMATION The Vehicle Information function offers three options for retrieving reference information for the vehicle under test Vehicle ID Available Modu
73. formation from the vehicle s computer Vehicle Information Select and press 4 When the retrieval process is completed the vehicle ID information is shown on the FixAdvisor s display Use the UP A and DOWN W buttons as necessary to view the entire list a a 3900012 n Doni Cal ID HYBGH31x HEX 5 When you have finished viewing the re CVN ES 6C 02 6E trieved vehicle ID information press the M button to return to the Vehicle Information Menu Vehicle ID Viewing Available Modules The FixAdvisor can retrieve a list of modules supported by the vehicle under test 1 While linked to the vehicle press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays parece ne prose Special Test 2 Use the UP and DOWN V buttons Live Data Menu as necessary to highlight Vehicle Infor 542555 ACER mation then press the ENTER button DLC Locations Firmware Version m The Vehicle Information Menu dis 1 Settings plays 3 Use the UP 4 and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to highlight Available Modules then press the ENTER lt 2 button Vehicle Information Select and press Vehicle ID Available Modules IPT MD70 75 Additional Tests VEHICLE INFORMATION 4 When the retrieval process is completed a complete list of modules supported by the vehicle under test is shown on the FixAdvisor s display Use the UP and
74. ghlight New Vehicle then press the Back ENTER lt button The Select Year screen displays 9 Use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired model year then press the ENTER lt button MD70 37 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE 38 10 11 12 13 14 15 m The Select Make screen displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle make then press the ENTER lt button To view other pages of the list select Next Page m The Select Model screen displays Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle model then press the ENTER 4 button To view other pages of the list select Next Page m The Select Engine screen displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired engine size then press the ENTER lt button m The Select Transmission screen displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired transmission type then press the ENTER lt button m The Select System screen displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Global OBD2 FIX Assist then press the ENTER lt button m A progress screen displays while the codes are retrieved After approximately 10 60 seconds the FixAdvisor will retrieve and display any Diagnostic Trouble Codes Monitor Status and Free
75. gs Menu Select and press then press the ENTER button Audible Tone m The Adjust Brightness screen displays Display Backlight Select Language m The Brightness field shows the current Unit of Measurement brightness setting from 1 to 5 2 Press the UP button to decrease the brightness of the display make the display Brightness 3 darker Select and press Darker Lighter 4 3 Press the DOWN Y button to increase the brightness of the display make the display lighter 4 When the desired brightness is obtained press the ENTER button to save your changes and return to the Tool Settings Menu MD70 7 About the FixAdvisor ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS Enabling the Audible Tone 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Audible Tone in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER button m The Audible Tone screen displays Press the UP 4 or DOWN W button as necessary to highlight On or Off as desired When the desired option is selected press the ENTER lt button to save your changes and return to the Tool Settings Menu Using the Backlight 1 Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight Display Backlight in the Tool Settings Menu then press the ENTER lt 4 button m The Display Backlight screen displays Press the UP or DOWN W button as necessary to select the desired backlight mode either On or Off When the
76. h the retrieved codes freeze frame data and LED information to aid in the troubleshooting procedure To prolong battery life the FixAdvisor automatically shuts Off approximately three minutes after it is disconnected from the vehicle The DTCs retrieved captured Live Data Information Monitor Status and Freeze Frame data if any will remain in the FixAdvisor s memory and may be viewed at any time by turning the unit On If the FixAdvisor s batteries are removed or if the FixAdvisor is re linked to a vehicle to retrieve codes data any prior codes data in its memory are automatically cleared THE SYSTEM MENU The System Menu mode provides the ability to retrieve OEM enhanced DTCs from most Chrysler Jeep Ford Mazda GM Isuzu Honda Acura and Toyota Lexus vehicles The types of enhanced data available depends on the vehicle make You can also retrieve Anti Lock Brake System ABS DTCs and Supplemental Restraint System SRS DTCs 42 MD70 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs m To access the System Menu press the SYSTEM 43 button Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button to view the selected information If the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure see CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE on page 36 was Chrysler Jeep Ford Mazda General Motors Isuzu Honda Acura Toyota or Lexus the Select Data menu
77. he time the ignition key is turned Off Since each of the eleven monitors is designed to run diagnostics and testing on a different part of the engine or emissions system the Trip Drive Cycle needed for each individual Monitor to run and complete varies MD70 Onboard Diagnostics DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs OBD2 Drive Cycle An OBD2 Drive Cycle is an extended set of driving procedures that takes into consideration the various types of driving conditions encountered in real life These conditions may include starting the vehicle when it is cold driving the vehicle at a steady speed cruising accelerating etc An OBD2 Drive Cycle begins when the ignition key is turned On when cold and ends when the vehicle has been driven in such a way as to have all the Enabling Criteria met for all its applicable Monitors Only those trips that provide the Enabling Criteria for all Monitors applicable to the vehicle to run and complete their individual diagnostic tests qualify as an OBD2 Drive Cycle OBD2 Drive Cycle requirements vary from one model of vehicle to another Vehicle manufacturers set these procedures Consult your vehicle s service manual for OBD2 Drive Cycle procedures Do not confuse a Trip Drive Cycle with an OBD2 Drive Cycle A Trip Drive Cycle provides the Enabling Criteria for one specific Monitor to run and complete its diagnostic testing An OBD2 Drive Cycle must meet the Ena
78. hicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition is ON and xi button System Voltage 11 6V Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elements A visible es icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector m The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved m The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display C viewing enhanced DTCs ES DI Te PO1 00 Toyota Current Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when MD70 Using the FixAdvisor Pro VIEWING ABS DTCS In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the 4 and W buttons as necessary to view the additional information m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are present a No Enhanced DTC s are presently stored in the vehicle s computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM amp button to return to the System Menu No enhanced DTCs are presently stored in the vehicle s computer 3 If more than one code was retrieved press th
79. iagnostics First Generation OBD1 With the exception of some 1994 and 1995 vehicles most vehicles from 1982 to 1995 are equipped with some type of first generation On Board Diagnostics Beginning in 1988 California s Air Resources Board CARB and later the Environmental Protection Agency EPA required vehicle manufacturers to include a self diagnostic program in their on board computers The program would be capable of identifying emissions related faults in a system The first generation of Onboard Diagnostics came to be known as OBD1 OBD1 is a set of self testing and diagnostic instructions programmed into the vehicle s on board computer The programs are specifically designed to detect failures in the sensors actuators switches and wiring of the various vehicle emissions related systems If the computer detects a failure in any of these components or systems it lights an indicator on the dashboard to alert the driver The indicator lights only when an emissions related problem is detected The computer also assigns a numeric code for each specific problem that it detects and stores these codes in its memory for later retrieval These codes can be retrieved from the computer s memory with the use of a Code Reader or a Scan Tool On Board Diagnostics Second Generation OBD2 In addition to performing all the functions of the OBD1 System the OBD2 System has been enhanced with suit se new Diagnostic Prog
80. icle s computer m The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when viewing SRS DTCs In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to view the additional information Cr m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are present a No SRS DTC s are presently stored in the vehicle s computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM MENU 3 button to return to the System Menu No SRS DTCs are presently stored in the vehicle s computer Press to select another system 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time MD70 53 Using the FixAdvisor ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK AD button again 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed
81. ighlight Yes then press the ENTER lt button to continue If the correct manufacturer is not shown use the UP and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight No then press the ENTER lt button to return to the Enter DTC screen If a definition for the DTC you entered is not available an advisory message shows on the Scan Tool s display P1274 5 If you wish to view definitions for additional The DTO Definition iS DTCs press the M button to return to the lVisin e P Enter DTC screen and repeat steps 4 and www Matco Carscan com 5 6 When all desired DTCs have been viewed press the M button to return to the Enter DTC screen if necessary then press the M button to exit the DTC Library USING THE DLC LOCATOR You can find the DLC locations for a specified Select and press Special Test vehicle Live Data Menu g Vehicle Information 1 With the FixAdvisor in OBD2 mode press esa DLC Locations and release the M button m The Main Menu displays Firmware Version Tool Settings 2 Use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight DLC Locations DLC Locator in the Main Menu then press the ENTER select vehicle Origin and button emma m The Select Vehicle Origin screen uranean displays 3 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight the desired DLC Locator vehicle origin then press the ENTER Select Vehicle Mode
82. isible on display and or the 3 LEDS are all lit and no other data is visible on screen 1 2 3 4 Locate the battery cover on the back of the FixAdvisor Remove the screw and lift the battery cover off Replace batteries with three AA size batteries for longer life use Alkaline type batteries Place the battery cover on the back of the FixAdvisor and reinstall the screw Language Selection After Battery Installation The first time the FixAdvisor is turned on you must select the desired display language English French or Spanish and unit of measurement USA or metric as follows 1 Press and hold the POWER LINK ba button for approximately 3 seconds to turn the Scan Tool ON m The Select Language screen displays Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired display language When the desired display language is selected press the ENTER lt button to confirm your selection m The Select Unit screen displays Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired unit of measurement When the desired unit of measurement is selected press the ENTER button to confirm your selection Language Idioma Langue Select and press 1 Espanol Francais Select Unit Select and press Metric m After the initial language selection is performed it as well as other settings can be changed as desired See ADJUSTMENTS AN
83. ith that Monitor is present in the vehicle s computer the repair was unsuccessful Refer to the vehicle s service manual and recheck repair procedures ABOUT REPAIRSOLUTIONS 60 RepairSolutions is a web based service created to assist professional technicians in quickly and accurately diagnosing and repairing today s vehicles RepairSolutions allows you to view save and email the diagnostic data retrieved from a vehicle s on board computer s using a Matco Scan Tool RepairSolutions also provides access to an extensive knowledge database including Verified Fixes Find the most likely fixes reported and verified by ASE Technicians for the retrieved DTCs Step By Step Repair Instructions View available repair instructions to properly perform the fix How To Repair Videos Watch repair video tutorials for valuable repair tips Technical Service Bulletins Research known problems reported by vehicle manufacturers Safety Recalls Research known safety concerns applicable to a vehicle MD70 Using the FixAdvisor ABOUT REPAIRSOLUTIONS And much more Please visit www innova com for additional information Hardware Requirements m Matco Diagnostic Tool m Mini USB Cable included with tool Minimum System Operating Requirements Windows PC System Windows XP Windows Vista or Windows 7 128 MD Ram Pentium III Processor One available USB port Internet Connection Internet Ex
84. k performance and fuel efficiency while reducing pollutants in the vehicle s emissions DIY Do It Yourself DLC Data Link Connector Drive Cycle An extended set of driving procedures that takes into consideration the various types of driving conditions encountered in real life Driving Condition A specific environmental or operation condition under which a vehicle is operated such as starting the vehicle when cold driving at steady speed cruising accelerating etc DTC s Diagnostic Trouble Code s EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation EPA Environmental Protection Agency EVAP Evaporative Emissions System Fault Code See DTCs Freeze Frame A digital representation of engine and or emissions system conditions present when a fault code was recorded FTP Fuel Tank Pressure Generic Code A DTC that applies to all OBD2 compliant vehicles System Status An indication of whether or not a vehicle s emissions related system are operating properly and are ready for Inspection and Maintenance testing I M Test Emissions Test Smog Check A functional test of a vehicle to determine if tailpipe emissions are within Federal State Local requirements LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode LTFT Long Term Fuel Trim is a program in the vehicle s computer designed to add or subtract fuel from the vehicle to compensate for operating conditions that vary from the ideal A F ratio long term
85. kon 1996 2012 Jimmy 1996 2002 Hummer Model Year Model Year H2 2003 2009 H3 2006 2010 Oldsmobile Model Year Model Year Achieva 1996 1998 Cutlass 1997 1999 Alero 1999 2004 Intrigue 1998 2002 Aurora 1996 2003 LSS 1997 1999 Bravada 1996 2004 Silhouette 1999 2004 Pontiac Model Year Model Year Aztek 2001 2005 Montana 1996 2005 Bonneville 1996 2005 Montana SV6 2005 2007 2009 Firebird 1996 2002 Solstice 2006 2009 G3 2009 Sunfire 1996 2005 G5 2007 2009 Torrent 2006 2009 G6 2005 2010 Trans Sport 1996 1999 G8 2008 2009 Vibe 2003 2010 Grand Am 1996 2005 Firefly Canada 1996 1997 1999 2000 Grand Prix 1996 2008 Pursuit Canada 2005 2006 GTO 2004 2006 Wave Canada 2006 94 MD70 Vehicle Applications SRS SRS APPLICATIONS ASIAN Honda Acura Model Year Model Year CL 1997 1999 RSX 2002 2006 2001 2003 CL Type S 2001 2002 RSX Type S 2002 Integra 1996 2001 SLX 1996 1999 Integra Type R 1998 2000 2001 TL 1996 2011 MDX 2001 2011 TL Type S 2002 RDX 2007 2011 TSX 2004 2011 RL 1996 2011 ZDX 2010 2011 Honda Model Year Model Year Accord 1996 2012 Odyssey 1996 2011 Civic 1996 2009 Passport 1996 2002 CR V 1997 2011 Pilot 2003 2011 Del Sol 1996 1997 Prelude 1996 2001 Element 2003 2011 Ridgeline 2007 2011 Fit 2007 2011 2000 2000 2009 Insight 2000 2005 2010 2011 Toyota Lexus Model Year Model Year CT200h 2011 2012 IS F 200
86. l button Year and press 1996 1997 m The Select Model Year screen displays 12228 30 2002 2003 4 Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons 2004 78 as necessary to highlight the desired Model Year then press the ENTER lt 4 button m The Select displays Vehicle Make screen Back DLC Locator Select Vehicle Make ress Hummer Buick Infiniti Chevrolet Kia Daewoo Mazda Ford Mercury GMC Back and MD70 Additional Tests VIEWING THE FIRMWARE VERSION 5 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle make then press the ENTER lt button m The Select Vehicle Model screen displays Use the UP 4 and DOWN V buttons as necessary to highlight the desired vehicle model then press the ENTER button m A description of the DLC location for the selected vehicle displays When you have finished viewing the DLC location press the M button to return to the Main Menu VIEWING THE FIRMWARE VERSION You can view the current firmware version for the 1 MD70 FixAdvisor With the FixAdvisor turned on press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays Use the UP 42 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Firmware Version in the Main Menu then press the ENTER button m The Firmware Version screen displays m The screen shows the FixAdvisor s current firmware version bootloader version and database version Press the M butto
87. les and IPT In use Performance Tracking Retrieving Vehicle ID Information The Vehicle ID function is applicable to model year 2000 and newer OBD2 compliant vehicles The FixAdvisor can retrieve a list of information provided by the vehicle manufacturer unique to the vehicle under test from the vehicle s on board computer This information may include m The vehicle s VIN number m The control module identification number m The vehicle s calibration ID s These IDs uniquely identify the software version s for the vehicle s control module s m The Vehicle s Calibration Verification Number s CVNs required by ODB2 regulations CVNs are used to determine if emission related calibrations for the vehicle under test have been changed One or more CVNs may be returned by the vehicle s computer 74 MD70 Additional Tests VEHICLE INFORMATION 1 While linked to the vehicle press and release the M button Select and press 4 m The Main Menu displays Special Test 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to highlight Vehicle Infor DTG Library mation then press the ENTER button Elmo version A g Tool Settings The Vehicle Information Menu displays 3 Use the UP and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Vehicle ID then press the ENTER button The first time the Vehicle ID function is used it may take several minutes to Available Modules retrieve the in
88. lf If you are going to perform the repairs yourself proceed by reading the vehicle service manual and following all its procedures and recommendations m Take the vehicle to a professional to have it serviced The problem s causing the red LED to light must be repaired before the vehicle is ready for an Emissions Test Smog Check Using the I M Readiness Monitor Status to Confirm a Repair The I M Readiness Monitor Status function can be used after repair of a fault has been performed to confirm that the repair has been performed correctly and or to check for Monitor Run Status Use the following procedure to determine I M Readiness Monitor Status 1 Using retrieved Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs and code definitions as a guide and following manufacturer s repair procedures repair the fault or faults as instructed 2 After the fault or faults have been repaired connect the Scan Tool to the vehicle s DLC and erase the code or codes from the vehicle s computer memory m See page 54 for procedures for ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs from the vehicle s on board computer m Write the codes down on a piece of paper for reference before erasing 3 After the erase procedure is performed most of the Monitor icons on the Scan Tool s display will be flashing Leave the Scan Tool connected to the vehicle and perform a Trip Drive Cycle for each flashing Monitor MD70 59 Using the FixAdvisor ABOUT
89. liber 2007 2011 2012 Neon 2000 2005 Caliber SRT 4 2007 Nitro 2007 2011 Caravan 2001 2007 Ram 1500 2002 2009 2011 2012 Challenger 2011 2012 Ram 2500 2003 2009 2011 2012 Challenger SRT 2011 2012 Ram 3500 2003 2009 8 2011 2012 Charger 2006 2012 Ram 4500 2011 2012 Charger SRT 8 2006 2010 2012 Ram 5500 2011 2012 Dakota 2001 2011 Ram SRT 10 2004 2006 Durango 2001 2009 Sprinter 2500 2007 2011 2012 Grand Caravan 2001 2002 Sprinter 3500 2007 2004 2012 Intrepid 1998 2004 SRT 4 2003 2005 Journey 2009 2012 Stratus 2001 2006 Magnum 2005 2008 Viper 2003 2004 2006 2008 2010 Jeep Model Year Model Year Commander 2006 2010 Liberty 2002 2012 Compass 2007 2010 2012 Patriot 2007 2012 Grand Cherokee 1999 2012 Wrangler 2001 2012 Grand Cherokee 2006 2010 2012 SRT 8 MD70 91 Vehicle Applications SRS Ford Ford Model Year Model Year Contour 1999 2000 F 450 2000 2012 Crown Victoria 1996 2011 F 550 2000 2012 E 150 1997 2012 Fiesta 2011 2012 E 250 1997 2012 Five Hundred 2005 2007 E 350 1997 2012 Flex 2009 2012 E 450 2004 2012 Focus 2000 2012 Edge 2007 2012 Freestar 2004 2007 Escape 2001 2012 Freestyle 2005 2007 Escort 1998 2003 Fusion 2006 2012 Excursion 2000 2005 Mustang 1996 2012 Expedition 1997 2012 Mustang Cobra 1997 2001 Explorer 1996 2012 Ranger 1996 2011 Explorer Sport 2001 2010 Taurus 1996 2012 Trac F 150 1997
90. list m To record the entire Live Data list use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Entire Live Data List then press the ENTER lt 4 button Proceed to step 7 m To record a custom Live Data list use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight Custom Live Data List then press the ENTER lt 4 button The Record Custom Live Data menu displays with the first PID in the menu highlighted Proceed to step 5 MD70 Select and press Special Test Vehicle Information DTC Library DLC Locations Firmware Version Tool Settings Live Data Menu Select and press Custom Live Data Record Live Data Playback Live Data Record Live Data Select and press 4 Record by DTC trigger gg Record by manual trigger Record Live Data Select and press Entire Live Data List Custom Live Data List Record Custom Live Data Highlight the PIDs you would like to record and press Fuel Sys 1 Fuel Sys 2 Calc Load Press LD to save 65 Live Data Mode RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA 5 Use the UP 4 and DOWN Y buttons to scroll through the available PIDs When the PID you wish to record is highlighted press the ENTER lt 4 button to select it a checkmark will show in the checkbox to the right of the PID to confirm your selection Repeat the procedure until only the PIDs you want to record have all been sele
91. ll vary 0 Fuel and Air Metering Auxiliary Emission Controls 1 Fuel and Air Metering 2 Fuel and Air Metering injector circuit malfunction only 3 Ignition System or Misfire 4 Auxiliary Emission Control System 5 Vehicle Speed Control and Idle Control System 6 Computer Output Circuits 7 Transmission 8 Transmission 9 Transmission A Hybrid Propulsion B Hybrid Propulsion C Hybrid Propulsion Identifies what section of the system is malfunctioning MD70 Onboard Diagnostics DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs DTCs and MIL Status When the vehicle s on board computer detects a failure in an emissions related component or system the computer s internal diagnostic program assigns a diagnostic trouble code DTC that points to the system and subsystem where the fault was found The diagnostic program saves the code in the computers memory It records a Freeze Frame of condi tions present when the fault was found and lights the Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL Some faults require detection for two trips in a row before the MIL is turned on The Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL is the accepted term used to describe the lamp on the dashboard that lights to warn the driver that an emissions related fault has been found Some manufacturers may still call this lamp a Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light There are two types of DTCs used for emissio
92. lly designed to run tests and diagnostics on a specific emissions related component or system Oxygen Sensor Catalytic Converter EGR Valve Fuel System etc to ensure their proper operation Currently there are a maximum of eleven Monitors available for use Each Monitor has a specific function to test and diagnose only its Ir designated emissions related component or system The names of the Monitors Oxygen Sensor Monitor Catalyst Monitor EGR Monitor Misfire Monitor etc describe which component or system each Monitor is designed to test and diagnose Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M Readiness Monitor Status Information IM Readiness Monitor Status shows which of the vehicle s Monitors have run and completed their diagnosis and testing and which ones have not yet run and completed testing and diagnosis of their designated sections of the vehicle s emissions system 56 MD70 Using the FixAdvisor I M READINESS TESTING m f a Monitor was able to meet all the conditions required to enable it to perform the self diagnosis and testing of its assigned engine system it means the monitor HAS RUN f a Monitor has not yet met all the conditions required for it to perform the self diagnosis and testing of its assigned engine system it means the Monitor HAS NOT RUN The Monitor Run Not Run status does not show whether CY or not a problem exists in a system Monitor status only indicates whether a p
93. lues status that the computer supplies to the FixAdvisor for each sensor actuator switch etc is called Parameter Identification PID Data Each PID sensor actuator switch status etc has a set of operating characteristics and features parameters that serve to identify it The FixAdvisor displays this information for each sensor actuator switch or status that is supported by the vehicle under test Se WARNING If the vehicle must be driven in order to perform a troubleshooting procedure ALWAYS have a second person help you One person should drive the vehicle while the other person observes the FixAdvisor data Trying to drive and operate the FixAdvisor at the same time is dangerous and could cause a serious traffic accident VIEWING LIVE DATA MONITOR STATUS a oca 1 While linked to the vehicle start the engine Live Data 1 37 then press and release the LD button 2 Real time Live Data PID information Codlant er is supported by the vehicle under test map si es displays Spark Adv 3 Veh used Mem 23 F 40 0 If Live Data is not supported by the ECTC currently selected module an advisory message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Live Data a oie ABS Li Data i t real time Live Data The values volts supported rom temperature vehicle speed system status etc for the various PIDS displayed may change as the vehicle s operating conditions change Se Rememb
94. m A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display I M MONITOR STATUS icons Sp are not displayed when viewing enhanced DTCs 0 e Hond P1456 Permanent EVAP Emission Control System Leak Detected Fuel Tank System In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the 4 and buttons as necessary to view the additional information The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are present a No Enhanced DTC s are presently stored in the vehicle s computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM button to return to the System Menu No enhanced DTCs are presently stored in the vehicle s computer 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication link with the vehicle s computer MD70 disconnects To re establish
95. m Live Data use the UP and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to highlight Select More PIDs then press the ENTER button f custom Live Data was not previously selected the Custom Live Data menu displays with the first PID in the menu highlighted Live Data ABS Live Data is not supported Custom Live Data Select More PIDs 1 5 LTFT Bank 2 Calc Load Engine RPM Coolant F Fuel Sys 1 4 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons to scroll through the available PIDs When the PID you wish to display is highlighted press the ENTER button to select it a checkmark will show in the checkbox to the right of the PID to confirm your selection Repeat the procedure until only the PIDs you Custom Live Data Highlight the PIDs you would like to view and ress want to display have all been selected al Fuel Sys 2 Cale Load m To deselect a currently selected PID highlight the PID then press the ENTER button The checkmark will be removed from the checkbox Press LD to save 5 When you are finished making your selection s press the LD button to save your changes m The Scan Tool is now in Custom Live Data mode Only the PIDs you selected are shown on the Scan Tool s display 6 To exit the Custom Live Data mode press the LD button RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA You can record and save several frames of Live Data information for each P
96. mand XXX X Commanded Throttle Actuator TAC Dist DTC Clr km XXXXX Distance since DTC Cleared mile Dist MIL ON km XXXXX Distance Traveled while MIL ON mile s ECT C XXX XXX Engine Coolant Temp F ECU Volts V XX XXX Control Module Voltage EGR Error XXX X EGR Error Eng RPM min XXXXX Engine RPM EQ Ratio X XXX Commanded Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 11 X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 1 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 12 X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 2 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 13 X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 3 Equivalence Ratio 80 MD70 Generic Global OBD2 PID List Tool Display Unit Value PID Description EQ Ratio 14 X XXX Bank 1 Sensor 4 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 21 X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 1 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 22 X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 2 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 23 X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 3 Equivalence Ratio EQ Ratio 24 X XXX Bank 2 Sensor 4 Equivalence Ratio EVAP Press Pa XXXX XX Evap System Vapor Pressure in IXX XXX H20 FP Vac kPa XXXX XXX Fuel Rail Pressure relative to PSI IXXX X Vacuum Fuel Level XXX X Fuel Level Input Fuel Press kPa XXX Fuel Rail Pressure PSI XX X Fuel Press kPa XXXXX Fuel Rail Pressure PSI IXXXX X Fuel Sys 1 OL Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 CL Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 OL Drive Fuel System 1 Status Fuel Sys 1 OL Fault Fuel System 1 Status
97. n 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the FixAdvisor returns to the GM Isuzu Enhanced menu m To view additional enhanced DTCs repeat steps 1 through 4 above m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU 4s gt button The Scan Tool returns to the System Menu Honda Acura OEM Enhanced DTCs When OEM Enhanced is selected from the System Menu and the manufacturer selected during the code retrieval procedure was Honda Select and press or Acura the Honda Acura Enhanced menu displays You may view either ECM PCM Transmission DTCs DTCs or Transmission DTCs Honda Enhanced 48 MD70 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs 1 Use the UP 44 and DOWN W buttons as necessary to highlight the desired option then press the ENTER lt button A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Verify the ignition is ON then press the POWER LINK 6 lt P gt button to continue 2 To read the display Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elements Honda Enhanced Unable to establish a link with the vehicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition is ON and System Voltage 11 6V
98. n lost Verify the connection at the DLC Press DTC to continue ECT_ F 172 igor al Lo 1694 3 1 28 1 zu Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow Sensor g s This feature lets you customize the FixAdvisor display to show only those PIDs that are of interest at the current time You can customize the Live Data display by placing the FixAdvisor in Custom Live Data mode and selecting only the PIDs that you wish to display To customize the Live Data display proceed as follows 1 While linked to the vehicle start the engine then press and release the M button m The Main Menu displays 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Live Data Menu then press the ENTER lt button m The Live Data Menu displays 3 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Custom Live Data then press the ENTER lt button MD70 Select and press Special Test Vehicle Information DTC Library DLC Locations Firmware Version Tool Settings Live Data Menu Select and press Custom Live Data Record Live Data Playback Live Data 63 Live Data Mode RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA l Live Data is not supported by the currently selected module an advisory message shows on the FixAdvisor s display m l custom Live Data was previously selected the display shows the currently selected PIDs To reselect custo
99. n com for repair videos TSBs recalls and more displays m The FixAdvisor is capable of retrieving and storing up to 32 codes in memory for immediate or later viewing 16 If a recommended solution for the priority DTC is available the FIX Assist screen for the DTC displays The screen shows re commended inspection and repair actions to correct the malfunction that caused the DTC to be set l a recommended solution for the priority DTC is not available an advisory message displays Press the DTC FF button to view Freeze Frame data for the priority DTC In OBD2 systems when an emissions related engine malfunction occurs that causes a DTC to set a record or snapshot of engine conditions at the time that the malfunction occurred is also saved in the vehicle s computer memory The record saved is called Freeze Frame data Saved engine conditions include but are not limited to engine speed open or closed loop operation fuel system commands coolant temperature calculated load value fuel pressure vehicle speed air flow rate and intake manifold pressure essgieso U U 0008000 00 No Powertrain DTCs or Freeze Frame data presently stored in the vehicle s computer Please visit www Matco Carscan com for repair videos TSBs recalls and more P2247 Fix Assist 1 Check for a failed oxygen sensor faulty wiring or a loose or damaged connector 2 Check for faulty vacuum
100. n to return to the Main Menu DLC Locator Select Vehicle Model and press Next Page Avalon Camry Corolla Paseo Ban Prius equoia Sienna onda Back DLC Locator a Access uncovered Comments Driver Side Under Lower Right Side of Dashboard Select and press Special Test Live Data Menu Vehicle Information DTC Library DLC Locations Tool Settings Firmware Version V1 00 00 Bootloader Version V1 00 00 Database Version V1 00 00 79 Generic Global OBD2 PID List The following is a list of Generic Global PIDs and their descriptions Tool Display Unit Value PID Description ACC Pedal D XXX X Accelerator Pedal Position D ACC Pedal E XXX X Accelerator Pedal Position E ACC Pedal F XXX X Accelerator Pedal Position F Air Status UPS DNS Commanded Secondary Air Status OFF Ambient C XXX Ambient Air Temperature F Aux Input On Off Auxiliary Input Status Status BARO kPa XXX Barometric Pressure inHg XX X Calc LOAD XXX X Calculated LOAD Value CAT Temp 11 C XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 1 F Sensor 1 CAT Temp 12 C XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 1 F Sensor 2 CAT Temp 21 C XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 2 F Sensor 1 CAT Temp 22 C XXXX X Catalyst Temperature Bank 2 F Sensor 2 Command XXX X Commanded EGR EGR Command XXX X Commanded Evaporative Purge EVAP Com
101. nd complete their testing once per trip The non continuous Monitors are D Oxygen Sensor Monitor Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor CAT Catalyst Monitor O Heated Catalyst Monitor EGR System Monitor D EVAP System Monitor D Secondary Air System Monitor The following Monitors will be standard beginning in 2010 The majority of vehicles produced before this time will not support these Monitors NMHC Monitor O NOx Adsorber Monitor Boost Pressure System Monitor Exhaust Gas Sensor Monitor PM Filter Monitor The following provides a brief explanation of the function of each Monitor Comprehensive Component Monitor CCM This Monitor continuously checks all inputs and outputs from sensors actuators switches and other devices that provide a signal to the computer The Monitor checks for shorts opens out of range value functionality and rationality Rationality Each input signal is compared against all other HF inputs and against information in the computer s memory to see if it makes sense under the current operating conditions Example The signal from the throttle position sensor indicates the vehicle is in a wide open throttle condition but the vehicle is really at idle and the idle condition is confirmed by the signals from all other sensors Based on the input data the computer determines that the signal from the throttle position sensor is not rational does not make sense when compared to the
102. ne Start Start TPS XXX X Absolute Throttle Position TPSB XXX X Absolute Throttle Position B TPSC XXX X Absolute Throttle Position C MD70 83 Generic Global OBD2 PID List Tool Display Unit Value PID Description Veh Speed km h XXX XXX Vehicle Speed Sensor mph Warm up DTC XXX Warm ups since DTC Cleared Clr 84 MD70 ABS APPLICATIONS DOMESTIC Vehicle Applications ABS Chrysler Chrysler Model Year Model Year 200 2011 2012 Crossfire SRT 6 2005 2006 300 2005 2011 LHS 1996 2001 300 SRT 8 2005 2010 New Yorker 1996 300M 1999 2004 Pacifica 2004 2007 Aspen 2007 2009 PT Cruiser 2001 2010 Cirrus 1996 2000 Sebring 1996 2010 2012 Concorde 1998 2004 Town amp Country 1996 2012 Crossfire 2004 2008 Voyager 2000 2003 Dodge Model Year Model Year Avenger 1996 2000 Nitro 2007 2011 2008 2012 Caliber 2007 2011 2012 Ram 1500 1996 2009 2011 2012 Caliber SRT 4 2007 Ram 2500 1996 2009 2011 2012 Caravan 1996 2007 Ram 3500 1996 2009 2011 2012 Challenger 2011 2012 Ram 4500 2011 2012 Challenger SRT 2011 2012 Ram 5500 2011 2012 8 Charger 2006 2012 Ram 1500 Van 1996 2003 Charger SRT 8 2006 2010 2012 Ram 2500 Van 1996 2003 Dakota 1996 2011 Ram 3500 Van 1996 2003 Durango 1998 2009 Ram SRT 10 2004 2006 2011 2012 Grand Caravan 1996 2002 Sprinter 2500 2003 2007 2004 2012 Intrepid
103. nk with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK lt B gt button again 4 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the FixAdvisor returns to the first DTC m To exit the enhanced mode press the SYSTEM MENU 4s gt button The FixAdvisor returns to the System Menu VIEWING SRS DTCs Refer to Vehicle Applications SRS on page 91 for vehicles covered 52 MD70 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING SRS DTCS 1 When SRS is chosen from the System Menu a One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs A One moment please message displays while the FixAdvisor retrieves the selected DTCs m If the FixAdvisor fails to link to the limewin ace vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the FixAdvisors display Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignition is ON and so button Verify the ignition is ON then press System Voltage 11 6V the ENTER lt button to continue 2 To read the display Se Refer to DISPLAY FUNCTIONS on page 11 for a description of LCD display elements A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through 0 the vehicle s DLC connector B1156 ee Front air bag sensor Assembly RH malfunction A visible ab icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is linked to communicating with the veh
104. ns related faults Type A and Type B Type A codes are One Trip codes Type B DTCs are usually Two Trip DTCs When a Type A DTC is found on the First Trip the following events take place m The computer commands the MIL On when the failure is first found If the failure causes a severe misfire that may cause damage to the catalytic converter the MIL flashes once per second The MIL continues to flash as long as the condition exists If the condition that caused the MIL to flash is no longer present the MIL will light steady On m A DTC is saved in the computer s memory for later retrieval A Freeze Frame of the conditions present in the engine or emissions system when the MIL was ordered On is saved in the computers memory for later retrieval This information shows fuel system status closed loop or open loop engine load coolant temperature fuel trim value MAP vacuum engine RPM and DTC priority When a Type B DTC is found on the First Trip the following events take place m The computer sets a Pending DTC but the MIL is not ordered On Freeze Frame data may or may not be saved at this time depending on manufacturer The Pending DTC is saved in the computer s memory for later retrieval f the failure is found on the second consecutive trip the MIL is ordered On Freeze Frame data is saved in the computer s memory If
105. nsors and switches are input devices They provide signals representing current engine operating conditions to the computer Actuators are output devices They perform actions in response to commands received from the computer The on board computer receives information inputs from sensors and switches located throughout the engine These devices monitor critical engine conditions such as coolant temperature engine speed engine load throttle position air fuel ratio etc The computer compares the values received from these sensors with its preset reference values and makes corrective actions as needed so that the sensor values always match the preset reference values for the current driving condition The computer makes adjustments by commanding other devices such as the fuel injectors idle air control EGR valve or Ignition Module to perform these actions TYPICAL COMPUTER OUTPUT DEVICES CONTROL SYSTEM Fuel Injectors Idle Air Control EGR Valve Ignition Module VA Z CQ On Board Computer INPUT DEVICES Coolant Temperature Sensor Throttle Position Sensor Fuel Injectors INPUT DEVICES Oxygen Sensors MD70 15 Onboard Diagnostics COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS Vehicle operating conditions are constantly changing The computer continuously makes adjustments or corrections especially to the air fuel mixture and spark timing to keep all the engine systems operating within the preset reference values On Board D
106. old the POWER LINK lt B gt button for approximately 3 seconds 5 M Menu button Displays the Main Menu 6 LD Live Data button When linked to a vehicle places the FixAdvisor in Live Data mode 10 MD70 10 11 12 13 14 FixAdvisor Controls DISPLAY FUNCTIONS 4 UP button When in MENU mode scrolls UP through the menu and submenu selection options When LINKED to a vehicle scrolls UP through the current display screen to display any additional data wW DOWN button When in MENU mode scrolls DOWN through the menu and submenu selection options When LINKED to a vehicle scrolls DOWN through the current display screen to display any additional data lt ENTER button When in MENU mode confirms the selected option or value GREEN LED Indicates that all engine systems are running normally all Monitors on the vehicle are active and performing their diagnostic testing and no DTCs are present YELLOW LED Indicates there is a possible problem A Pending DTC is present and or some of the vehicle s emission monitors have not run their diagnostic testing RED LED Indicates there is a problem in one or more of the vehicle s systems The red LED is also used to show that DTC s are present DTCs are shown on the FixAdvisor s display In this case the Malfunction Indicator Check Engine lamp on the vehicle s instrument panel will light steady on Display Displays
107. on as possible The Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor is supported by spark ignition vehicles only The Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Oxygen Sensor Monitor The Oxygen Sensor monitors how much oxygen is in the vehicle s exhaust It generates a varying voltage of up to one volt based on how much oxygen is in the exhaust gas and sends the signal to the computer The computer uses this signal to make corrections to the air fuel mixture If the exhaust gas has a large amount of oxygen a lean air fuel mixture the oxygen sensor generates a low voltage signal If the exhaust gas has very little oxygen a rich mixture condition the oxygen sensor generates a high voltage signal A 450mV signal indicates the most efficient and least polluting air fuel ratio of 14 7 parts of air to one part of fuel The oxygen sensor must reach a temperature of at least 600 650 F and the engine must reach normal operating temperature for the computer to enter into closed loop operation The oxygen sensor only 26 MD70 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS functions when the computer is in closed loop A properly oper
108. onitored m EVAP Leak Test Performs a leak test for the vehicle s EVAP system 02 SENSOR TEST OBD2 regulations require that applicable vehicles monitor and test operation of the oxygen 02 sensors to identify problems that can affect fuel efficiency and vehicle emissions These tests are performed automatically when engine operating conditions are within predefined limits Results of these tests are stored in the on board computer s memory The 02 Sensor Test function lets you retrieve and view O2 sensor monitor test results for the most recently completed tests from your vehicle s on board computer Vehicles are equipped with multiple O2 sensors O2 sensors are installed both upstream of before and downstream of after the exhaust system Catalytic Converters The name of an O2 sensor identifies its location in the exhaust system The name of each O2 sensor is made up of three parts O2S XX YY or O2S X Y m O2S this is the basic designation for all O2 sensors m X or XX These characters identify the location of the O2 sensor in relation to a cylinder bank An O2 sensor for cylinder bank 1 is identified by the designation 1 of B1 a sensor for cylinder bank 2 is identified as 2 or B2 MD70 71 Additional Tests Special Test Select and press 02 Sensor Test Non Continuous Test EVAP Leak Test O2 Sensor Test Select and press 02SB1S1 02SB1S2 O2 Test Thi
109. ontrol Systems also provide control over other vehicle functions such as transmission brakes charging body and suspension systems MD70 Onboard Diagnostics COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS The Basic Engine Computer Control System The Computer Control System consists of an on board computer and several related control devices sensors switches and actuators The on board computer is the heart of the Computer Control System The computer contains several programs with preset reference values for air fuel ratio spark or ignition timing injector pulse width engine speed etc Separate values are provided for various driving conditions such as idle low speed driving high speed driving low load or high load The preset reference values represent the ideal air fuel mixture spark timing transmission gear selection etc for any driving condition These values are programmed by the vehicle manufacturer and are specific to each vehicle model Most on board computers are located inside the vehicle behind the dashboard under the passenger s or driver s seat or behind the right kick panel However some manufacturers may still position it in the engine compartment Vehicle sensors switches and actuators are located throughout the engine and are connected by electrical wiring to the on board computer These devices include oxygen sensors coolant temperature sensors throttle position sensors fuel injectors etc Se
110. or icon indicates the associated Monitor has not run and completed its testing The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code 2900080 S LL currently being displayed the total A number of codes retrieved and whether P2247 or not the displayed code commanded ase Creepe the MIL on If the code being displayed bank 2 sensor 1 is a PENDING code the PENDING icon is shown If the code being displayed is a PERMANENT code the PERMANENT icon is shown The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the display In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the FixAdvisor display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the u and w buttons as necessary to view the additional information If a definition for the currently displayed code is not available an advisory message shows on the FixAdvisor s display 18 Read and interpret Diagnostic Trouble Codes system condition using the display and the green yellow and red LEDs 40 The green yellow and red LEDs are used with the display as visual aids to make it easier to determine engine system conditions Green LED Indicates that all engine 000 systems are OK and operating rem Mm 10 normally All monitors supported by the ET BELTITICO vehicle have run and performed their En TS diagn
111. ostic testing and no trouble A ocios dala codes are present All Monitor icons vehicle s computer i Please vist will be solid www Matco Carscan com An uu for repair videos TSBs recalls and more Yellow LED Indicates one of the following conditions MD70 A s MD70 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE A PENDING CODE IS PRESENT If the yellow LED is illuminated it may indicate a Pending code is present Check the FixAdvisors display for confirmation A Pending code is con firmed by the presence of a numeric code and the word PENDING on the Scan Tool s display MONITOR NOT RUN STATUS If the FixAdvisor s display shows a zero indicating there are no DTC s present in the vehicle s computer memory but the yellow LED is illuminated it may be an indication that some of the Monitors supported by the vehicle have not yet run and completed their diagnostic testing Check the FixAdvisor s display for confirmation All Monitor icons that are blinking have not yet run and completed their diagnostic testing all Monitor icons that are solid have run and completed their diagnostic testing Red LED Indicates there is a prob lem with one or more of the vehicle s systems The red LED is also used to indicate that DTC s are present dis played on the FixAdvisor s screen In this case the Malfunction Indicator Check Engine lamp on the vehicle s instrum
112. other inputs In this case the signal would fail the rationality test The CCM is supported by both spark ignition vehicles and compression ignition vehicles The CCM may be either a One Trip or a Two Trip Monitor depending on the component Fuel System Monitor This Monitor uses a Fuel System Correction program called Fuel Trim inside the on board MD70 23 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS computer Fuel Trim is a set of positive and negative values that represent adding or subtracting fuel from the engine This program is used to correct for a lean too much air not enough fuel or rich too much fuel not enough air air fuel mixture The program is designed to add or subtract fuel as needed up to a certain percent If the correction needed is too large and exceeds the time and percent allowed by the program a fault is indicated by the computer The Fuel System Monitor is supported by both spark ignition vehicles and compression ignition vehicles The Fuel System Monitor may be a One Trip or Two Trip Monitor depending on the severity of the problem Misfire Monitor This Monitor continuously checks for engine misfires A misfire occurs when the air fuel mixture in the cylinder does not ignite The misfire Monitor uses changes in crankshaft speed to sense an engine misfire When a cylinder misfires it no longer contributes to the speed of the engine and engine speed dec
113. plorer 5 5 Netscape 7 0 or Firefox 1 0 browser Accessing RepairSolutions 1 Link your FixAdvisor Pro to a vehicle and retrieve diagnostic data 2 Visit Matco CarScan com download and install the latest RepairSolutions software for your Scan Tool Select the Support tab then choose Download 3 Connect the FixAdvisor Pro to your PC using a Mini USB cable cable included m Your default web browser launches automatically and connects to the Matco CarScan com website 4 Login to your RepairSolutions account using your registered Email Address and Password If you have not yet established an account you must Sr register for a FREE RepairSolutions account before proceeding MD70 61 Live Data Mode VIEWING LIVE DATA The FixAdvisor is a special Scan Tool that communicates with the vehicle s computer The FixAdvisor lets you view and or capture record real time Live Data This information includes values volts rpm temperature speed etc and system status information open loop closed loop fuel system status etc generated by the various vehicle sensors switches and actuators In effect the FixAdvisor lets you view in real time the same signal values generated by the sensors actuators switches and or vehicle system status information used by the vehicle s computer when calculating and conducting system adjustments and corrections The real time Live Data vehicle operating information va
114. r When visible the FixAdvisor is communicating with the computer If the Link icon is not visible the FixAdvisor is not communicating with the computer 2 Computer icon When this icon is visible it indicates that the FixAdvisor is linked to a personal computer Optional software is available that makes it possible to upload retrieved data to a personal computer ex Internal Battery icon When visible indicates the FixAdvisor batteries are low and should be replaced If the batteries are not replaced when the battery symbol as is on all 3 LEDs will light up as a last resort indicator to warn you that the batteries need replacement No data will be displayed on screen when all 3 LEDs are lit DTC Display Area Displays the Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC number Each fault is assigned a code number that is specific to that fault Test Data Display Area Displays DTC definitions Freeze Frame data Live Data and other pertinent test information messages FREEZE FRAME icon Indicates that there is Freeze Frame data from Priority Code Code 1 stored in the vehicle s computer memory PERMANENT icon Indicates the currently displayed DTC is a Permanent code PENDING icon Indicates the currently displayed DTC is a Pending code E icon Indicates the status of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL The MIL icon is visible only when a DTC has commanded the MIL on the vehicle s dashboard to light AB
115. rams These programs closely monitor the functions of various emissions related compo nents and systems as well as other systems and make this information readily available with the proper equipment to the technician for evaluation The California Air Resources Board CARB conducted studies on OBD1 equipped vehicles The information that was gathered from these studies showed the following OBD1 System m A large number of vehicles had deteriorating or degraded emissions related components These components were causing an increase in emissions 16 MD70 Onboard Diagnostics COMPUTER ENGINE CONTROLS m Because OBD1 systems only detect failed components the degraded components were not setting codes m Some emissions problems related to degraded components only occur when the vehicle is being driven under a load The emission checks being conducted at the time were not performed under simulated driving conditions As a result a significant number of vehicles with degraded components were passing Emissions Tests m Codes code definitions diagnostic connectors communication protocols and emissions terminology were different for each manufacturer This caused confusion for the technicians working on different make and model vehicles To address the problems made evident by this study CARB and the EPA passed new laws and standardization requirements These laws required that vehicle manufacturers to equip their new v
116. reases each time the affected cylinder s misfire The misfire Monitor is designed to sense engine speed fluctuations and determine from which cylinder s the misfire is coming as well as how bad the misfire is There are three types of engine misfires Types 1 2 and 3 Type 1 and Type 3 misfires are two trip monitor faults If a fault is sensed on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The MIL is not commanded on at this time If the fault is found again on the second trip under similar conditions of engine speed load and temperature the computer commands the MIL On and the code is saved in its long term memory Type 2 misfires are the most severe type of misfire When a Type 2 misfire is sensed on the first trip the computer commands the MIL to light when the misfire is sensed If the computer determines that a Type 2 misfire is severe and may cause catalytic converter damage it commands the MIL to flash once per second as soon as the misfire is sensed When the misfire is no longer present the MIL reverts to steady On condition The Misfire Monitor is supported by both spark ignition vehicles and compression ignition vehicles Catalyst Monitor The catalytic converter is a device that is installed downstream of the exhaust manifold It helps to oxidize burn the unburned fuel hydrocarbons and partially burned fuel carbon monoxide left over f
117. rom the combustion process To accomplish this heat and catalyst materials inside the converter react with the exhaust gases to burn the remaining fuel Some materials inside the catalytic converter also have the ability to store oxygen and release it as needed to oxidize hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide In the process it reduces vehicle emissions by converting the polluting gases into carbon dioxide and water The computer checks the efficiency of the catalytic converter by monitoring the oxygen sensors used by the system One sensor is located before upstream of the converter the other is located after downstream of the converter If the catalytic converter loses its ability to store oxygen 24 MD70 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS the downstream sensor signal voltage becomes almost the same as the upstream sensor signal In this case the monitor fails the test The Catalyst Monitor is supported by spark ignition vehicles only The Catalyst Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Heated Catalyst Monitor Operation of the heated catalytic converter is similar to the catalytic converter The main difference is that a hea
118. s retrieved and to view Freeze Frame Data press and release the DTC FF button as necessary Each time the DTC FF button is pressed and released the Scan Tool will scroll and display the next DTC in sequence until all DTCs in its memory have displayed Freeze Frame Data if available will display after DTC 1 Se Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional DTCs and Freeze Frame Data the Scan Tool s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK button again Retrieved information can be uploaded to a Personal Computer PC with the use of optional software see instructions included with the software for more information 20 When the last retrieved DTC has been displayed and the DTC FF button is pressed the the FIX Assist screen displays 21 Determine engine system s condition by viewing the FixAdvisor s display for any retrieved Diagnostic Trouble Codes code definitions Freeze Frame data and Live Data interpreting the green yellow and red LEDs If DTC s were retrieved and you are going to perform the repairs yourself proceed by consulting the Vehicle s Service Repair Manual for testing instructions testing procedures and flow charts related to retrieved code s If you plan to take the vehicle to a professional to have it serviced complete the PRELIMINARY VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET on page 31 and take it together wit
119. s vehicle does not support O2 Test 02SB1S2 Rich to Ln Threshold Value V 000 Min V Max V NON CONTINUOUS TEST Bank One indicates the side of the engine where cylinder SP number one is located VOtype engines Bank Two is opposite of Bank One m Y or YY These characters identify the location of the O2 sensor in relation to the exhaust system catalyst An 02 sensor located upstream of the catalyst is identified by the designation 1 or S1 a sensor lo cated downstream of the Catalytic Converter is identified as 2 or S2 For example O2S12 or O2SB1S2 is the designation for the downstream O2 sensor for cylinder bank 1 The FixAdvisor does not perform O2 sensor tests but retrieves SP results from the most recently performed O2 sensor tests from the on board computers memory You may retrieve O2 sensor test results for only one test of one sensor at any given time 1 From the Special Test Menu use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight O2 Sensor Test then press the ENTER J button 2 A One moment please message displays while the request is sent to the vehicle s on board computer m The Select Sensor screen displays The screen shows all 02 sensors applicable to the vehicle under test Se If O2 sensor tests are not supported by the vehicle under test an advisory message shows on the FixAdvisor s display Press the M button to
120. sor to the vehicle s test connector m Turn the ignition key On DO NOT start the engine m The tool will automatically link to the vehicle s computer Easy To View m The FixAdvisor retrieves stored codes Freeze Frame data and System Status m Codes System Status and Freeze Frame data are displayed on the FixAdvisor s display screen System Status is indicated by LED indicators Easy To Define m Read code definitions from the Scan Tool s display View Freeze Frame data View Live Data View ABS codes View SRS codes UM DAA STATUS i sesso L P2247 Generic O2 sensor reference voltage circuit open bank 2 sensor 1 gt I M MONITOR STATUS 009 Live Data Calc Load Engine RPM Coolant F Fuel Sys 1 MAP PSI Spark Adv 3 Veh Speed MPH ECT F 40 0 MD70 Safety Precautions SAFETY FIRST SAFETY FIRST To avoid personal injury instrument damage and or damage to your vehicle do not use the FixAdvisor Pro before reading this manual This manual describes common test procedures used by experienced service technicians Many test procedures require precautions to avoid accidents that can result in personal injury and or damage to your vehicle or test equipment Always read your vehicle s service manual and follow its safety precautions before and during any test or service procedure ALWAYS observe the following general safety prec
121. ssing belts Make sure mechanical linkages to engine sensors throttle gearshift position transmission etc are secure and properly connected See your vehicle s service manual for locations Check all rubber hoses radiator and steel hoses vacuum fuel for leaks cracks blockage or other damage Make sure all hoses are routed and connected properly Make sure all spark plugs are clean and in good condition Check for damaged loose disconnected or missing spark plug wires Make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight Check for corrosion or broken connections Check for proper battery and charging system voltages Check all electrical wiring and harnesses for proper connection Make sure wire insulation is in good condition and there are no bare wires Make sure the engine is mechanically sound If needed perform a compression check engine vacuum check timing check if applicable etc MD70 Preparation for Testing VEHICLE SERVICE MANUALS VEHICLE SERVICE MANUALS Always refer to the manufacturers service manual for your vehicle before performing any test or repair procedures Contact your local car dealership auto parts store or bookstore for availability of these manuals The following companies publish valuable repair manuals m Haynes Publications 861 Lawrence Drive Newbury Park California 91320 Phone 800 442 9637 Web www haynes com m Mitchell 1 14145 Danielson Street Poway California 92064
122. stics OBD2 MONITORS NOx Aftertreatment Monitor NOx aftertreatment is based on a catalytic converter support that has been coated with a special washcoat containing zeolites NOx Aftertreatment is designed to reduce oxides of nitrogen emitted in the exhaust stream The zeolite acts as a molecular sponge to trap the NO and NO2 molecules in the exhaust stream In some implementations injection of a reactant before the aftertreatment purges it NO2 in particular is unstable and will join with hydrocarbons to produce H2O and N2 The NOx Aftertreatment Monitor monitors the function of the NOx aftertreatment to ensure that tailpipe emissions remain within acceptable limits The NOx Aftertreatment Monitor is supported by compression ignition vehicles only The NOx Aftertreatment Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Boost Pressure System Monitor The boost pressure system serves to increase the pressure produced inside the intake manifold to a level greater than atmospheric pressure This increase in pressure helps to ensure compete combustion of the air fuel mixture The Boost Pressure System Monitor checks for component integrity and syst
123. sts for faults in the system The computer runs this Monitor once per trip The Secondary Air System Monitor is a Two Trip monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves this fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Non Methane Hydrocarbon Catalyst NMHC Monitor The non methane hydrocarbon catalyst is a type of catalytic converter It helps to remove non methane hydrocarbons NMH left over from the combustion process from the exhaust stream To accomplish this heat and catalyst materials react with the exhaust gases to convert NMH to less harmful compounds The computer checks the efficiency of the catalyst by monitoring the quantity of NMH in the exhaust stream The monitor also verifies that sufficient temperature is present to aid in particulate matter PM filter regeneration The NMHC Monitor is supported by compression ignition vehicles only The NMHC Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory MD70 27 Onboard Diagno
124. t in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory Evaporative System EVAP Monitor OBD2 vehicles are equipped with a fuel Evaporative system EVAP that helps prevent fuel vapors from evaporating into the air The EVAP system carries fumes from the fuel tank to the engine where they are burned during combustion The EVAP system may consist of a charcoal canister fuel tank cap purge solenoid vent solenoid flow monitor leak detector and connecting tubes lines and hoses Fumes are carried from the fuel tank to the charcoal canister by hoses or tubes The fumes are stored in the charcoal canister The computer controls the flow of fuel vapors from the charcoal canister to the engine via a purge solenoid The computer energizes or de energizes the purge MD70 25 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS solenoid depending on solenoid design The purge solenoid opens a valve to allow engine vacuum to draw the fuel vapors from the canister into the engine where the vapors are burned The EVAP Monitor checks for proper fuel vapor flow to the engine and pressurizes the system to test for leaks The computer runs this Monitor once per trip The EVAP Monitor is supported by spark ignition vehicles only The EVAP Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is foun
125. ter is added to bring the catalytic converter to its operating temperature more quickly This helps reduce emissions by reducing the converter s down time when the engine is cold The Heated Catalyst Monitor performs the same diagnostic tests as the catalyst Monitor and also tests the catalytic converters heater for proper operation The Heated Catalyst Monitor is supported by spark ignition vehicles only This Monitor is also a Two Trip Monitor Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Monitor The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system helps reduce the formation of Oxides of Nitrogen during combustion Temperatures above 2500 F cause nitrogen and oxygen to combine and form Oxides of Nitrogen in the combustion chamber To reduce the formation of Oxides of Nitrogen combustion temperatures must be kept below 2500 F The EGR system recirculates small amounts of exhaust gas back into the intake manifold where it is mixed with the incoming air fuel mixture This reduces combustion temperatures by up to 500 F The computer determines when for how long and how much exhaust gas is recirculated back to the intake manifold The EGR Monitor performs EGR system function tests at preset times during vehicle operation The EGR Monitor is supported by both spark ignition vehicles and compression ignition vehicles The EGR Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the faul
126. the checkbox When you are finished making your selection s press the LD button to save your selection Proceed to step 7 A One moment please message shows on the display When the Scan Tool is ready to record Live Data the Record Live Data screen displays Put the engine in the operating condition where the problem manifests itself f necessary drive the vehicle until you reach the vehicle speed at which the problem occurs When the problem occurs press and release the LD button Record Live Data Manual Trigger Mode Ready to record Press to record Live Data Record Live Data Manual Trigger One moment please Recording Frame 3 MD70 Live Data Mode LIVE DATA PLAYBACK m All three LEDs will blink for three seconds to indicate that Live Data is being recorded and a One moment please message shows on the display along with the number of the frame being recorded When recording is complete a confirmation screen displays asking if you would like to view the recorded Live Data record was data Use the UP a and DOWN W liike to view now buttons as necessary to select Yes or select and press No as desired then press the ENTER button If Yes is selected the Scan Tool enters Playback mode from which you can view a frame by frame playback of recorded Live Data see LIVE DATA PLAYBACK on page 69 for details If No is selected the displa
127. the failure is not found on the second Trip the Pending DTC is erased from the computer s memory The MIL will stay lit for both Type A and Type B codes until one of the following conditions occurs MD70 21 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS m f the conditions that caused the MIL to light are no longer present for the next three trips in a row the computer automatically turns the MIL Off if no other emissions related faults are present However the DTCs remain in the computer s memory as a history code for 40 warm up cycles 80 warm up cycles for fuel and misfire faults The DTCs are automatically erased if the fault that caused them to be set is not detected again during that period m Misfire and fuel system faults require three trips with similar conditions before the MIL is turned Off These are trips where the engine load RPM and temperature are similar to the conditions present when the fault was first found After the MIL has been turned off DTCs and Freeze Frame data stay in the computer s memory m Erasing the DTCs from the computer s memory can also turn off the MIL See ERASING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES DTCs on page 54 before erasing codes from the computers memory If a Diagnostic Tool or Scan Tool is used to erase the codes Freeze Frame data will also be erased OBD2 MONITORS 22 To ensure the correct operation of the various emissions related components and systems
128. tiac Model Year Model Year Aztek 2001 2005 Montana 1999 2005 Bonneville 1996 2005 Montana SV6 2005 2007 2009 Firebird 1996 2002 Solstice 2006 2009 G3 2009 Sunfire 1996 2005 G5 2007 2009 Torrent 2006 2009 G6 2005 2010 Trans Sport 1996 1999 G8 2008 2009 Vibe 2003 2010 Grand Am 1996 2005 Firefly Canada 1996 2000 Grand Prix 1996 2008 Pursuit Canada 2005 2006 GTO 2004 2006 Wave Canada 2006 88 MD70 Vehicle Applications ABS ABS APPLICATIONS ASIAN Honda Acura Model Year Model Year CL 1998 1999 RSX 2002 2006 2001 2003 CL Type S 2001 2003 RSX Type S 2002 Integra 1998 2001 SLX 1996 1999 Integra Type R 1998 2000 2001 TL 1997 2012 MDX 2001 2012 TL Type S 2002 NSX 2000 2004 TSX 2004 2012 RDX 2007 2012 ZDX 2010 2012 RL 1998 2000 2005 2012 Honda Model Year Model Year Accord 1998 2012 Insight 2000 2005 2010 2012 Civic 1996 2012 Odyssey 1998 2012 CR V 1997 2011 Passport 1996 2002 CR Z 2011 2012 Pilot 2003 2012 Crosstour 2010 2012 Prelude 1997 2011 Element 2003 2012 Ridgeline 2007 2012 Fit 2007 2012 2000 2000 2009 Toyota Lexus Model Year Model Year CT200h 2011 2012 IS F 2008 2012 ES300 1999 2000 LFA 2012 2002 2003 ES330 2004 2006 LS400 1998 2000 ES350 2007 2012 LS430 2001 2006 GS300 1998 2006 LS460 2007 2012 GS350 2007 2012 LS600h 2008 2012 GS400 1998 2000 LX470 1998 2007 GS430 2001 2007 LX570 2008 201
129. ts A visible icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is being powered through the vehicle s DLC connector A visible ap icon indicates that the FixAdvisor is linked to Communicating g with the vehicle s computer Tovo e oyota m The upper right hand corner of the C1274 i display shows the number of the code Wheel speed sensor currently being displayed the total a number of codes retrieved m The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when viewing ABS DTCs In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the UP 4 and DOWN Y buttons as necessary to view the additional information m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are PORRE RASOIO present a No ABS DTC s are presently stored in the presently stored in the vehicle s computer computer is displayed Press the another system SYSTEM MENU button to return to the System Menu ls 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time m Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication li
130. ucture similar to a catalyst substrate but with the channels blocked at alternate ends This forces the exhaust gas to flow 28 MD70 Onboard Diagnostics OBD2 MONITORS through the walls between the channels filtering the particulate matter out The filters are self cleaning by periodic modification of the exhaust gas concentration in order to burn off the trapped particles oxidizing the particles to form CO2 and water The computer monitors the efficiency of the filter in trapping particulate matter as well as the ability of the filter to regenerate self clean The PM Filter Monitor is supported by compression ignition vehicles only The PM Filter Monitor is a Two Trip Monitor If a fault is found on the first trip the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code The computer does not command the MIL on at this time If the fault is sensed again on the second trip the computer commands the MIL On and saves the code in its long term memory OBD2 Reference Table The table below lists current OBD2 Monitors and indicates the following for each Monitor A Monitor Type how often does the Monitor run Continuous or Once per trip B Number of trips needed with a fault present to set a pending DTC C Number of consecutive trips needed with a fault present to command the MIL On and store a DTC D Number of trips needed with no faults present to erase a Pending DTC E
131. upported by the vehicle under test an Available Modules advisory message shows on the FixAdvisors display Press the M button to exit Vehicle Information Select and press 44 4 When the retrieved process is completed In IPT use Performance Tracking statistics for This vehicle does not monitors supported by the vehicle under test Sere ana Tracking are shown on the FixAdvisor s display Use the UP and DOWN buttons as necessary to view the entire list 5 When you have finished viewing the ve ati OBDCOND statistics press the M button to return to GNCNTR the Vehicle Information Menu CATCOMP1 76 MD70 Additional Tests USING THE DTC LIBRARY USING THE DTC LIBRARY You can use the FixAdvisor to locate the definition for a specified OBD2 DTC 1 With the FixAdvisor in OBD2 mode press Select and press and release the M button Special Test Live Data Menu m The Main Menu displays vehicle Information DLC Locations 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons as Firmware Version necessary to highlight DTC Library in the 100 Settings Main Menu then press the ENTER button m The Enter DTC screen displays The screen shows the code P0001 with DTC Library the P highlighted DTC P0000 Press DTC to select 3 Use the UP and DOWN Y buttons as Press H to view necessary to scroll to the desired DTC type P Powertrain U Network
132. us Test vehicle s service repair manual for select and press information related to non continuous tests O2 Sensor B1S2 Catalyst Bank 1 Gr If non continuous tests are not S Seen a supported by the vehicle under test an Misfire Data advisory message shows on the FixAdvisors display Press the M button to return to the Special Test non Continuous Test Menu This vehicle does not support 3 Use the UP 4 and DOWN W buttons Non Continuous Test as necessary to highlight the desired test then press the ENTER 4 button 4 When test results have been retrieved data for the selected test will show on the FixAdvisors display The display shows 8 Test ID 02 the following information 10 m Test ID number ee n M Module ID number Test Valus Status un Component ID number un Min or Max test limit Only one test limit either Min or Max is shown for any given test m TestValue and Status Status is calculated by the FixAdvisor by comparing the Test Value against the displayed test limit either Min or Max Status is shown as either Low High or OK 5 When you have finished viewing the retrieved test data press the M button to return to the Select Test screen EVAP LEAK TEST The EVAP Leak Test function lets you initiate a leak test for the vehicle s EVAP system MD70 73 Additional Tests VEHICLE INFORMATION Sp The FixAdvisor does not per
133. wered through the vehicle s DLC connector MD70 47 Using the FixAdvisor VIEWING OEM ENHANCED DTCs m The upper right hand corner of the display shows the number of the code currently being displayed the total number of codes retrieved P1250 Gorrent Early fuel evaporative m The Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC EFE heater circuit and related code definition are shown in the lower section of the LCD display I M MONITOR STATUS icons are not displayed when viewing enhanced DTCs Se In the case of long code definitions a small arrow is shown in the upper lower right hand corner of the code display area to indicate the presence of additional information Use the 4 and W buttons as necessary to view the additional information m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are No enhanced DTCs present a No Enhanced DTC s are venecia oo presently stored in the vehicles computer computer is displayed Press the SYSTEM amp button to return to the System Menu 3 If more than one code was retrieved press the DTC FF button as necessary to display additional codes one at a time Whenever the Scroll function is used to view additional codes the FixAdvisor s communication link with the vehicle s computer disconnects To re establish communication press the POWER LINK a button agai
134. wing the recorded Live Data exit the Live Data Playback mode using the appropriate procedure shown below 70 If the Scan Tool is connected to a vehicle use the DOWN W button to scroll to the end of the PID list highlight Exit Playback then press the ENTER lt button If the Scan Tool is not connected to a vehicle press the M button MD70 Additional Tests O2 SENSOR TEST In addition to retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC and viewing Live Data you can use the FixAdvisor to perform additional diagnostic tests and to view diagnostic and vehicle information stored in your vehicle s on board computer Additional tests are accessed through the Special Test Menu To access the Special Test Menu 1 Press the M button Select and press m The Main Menu displays Live Data Menu 2 Use the UP and DOWN VW buttons Vehicle Information j j i DTC Librar as necessary to highlight Special Test DIC Library then press the ENTER button Firmware Version Tool Settings m The Special Test Menu displays The following functions are available from the Special Test Menu m 02 Sensor Test Retrieves and displays Special Test O2 sensor monitor test results from your Select and press vehicle s on board computer Non Continuous Test Retrieves and Non Continuous Test displays test results for emission related powertrain components and systems that are not continuously m
135. y returns to the Live Data View mode 10 You can exit the Record Live Data Mode at any time by pressing and holding the M button until the Main Menu displays If desired you can transfer the recorded Live Data information CY to a personal computer using the optional software see instructions included with the software for more information LIVE DATA PLAYBACK Once Live Data has been recorded it is saved in the Scan Tools memory You can view recorded Live Data immediately after recording by selecting Yes from the Record Live Data confirmation screen see RECORDING CAPTURING LIVE DATA on page 64 for more information or you can view it later using the Playback function 1 Press and release the M button The Main Menu displays EEE 2 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons Special Test as necessary to highlight Live Data Menu Live Daia Menu MI then press the ENTER lt button DTE Ibray o m The Live Data Menu displays Tool Settings n 3 Use the UP 4 and DOWN buttons as necessary to highlight Playback Live Data then press the ENTER lt button Live Data Menu Select and press 4 Custom Live Data Record Live Data Playback Live Data MD70 69 Live Data Mode LIVE DATA Sy PLAYBACK aD The display shows the recorded Live Data beginning with the trigger frame I M MONITOR STATUS DO Live Data Calc Load Engine RPM Coolant F Fuel Sys 1
136. ze Frame Data retrieved from the vehicle s computer memory m f the FixAdvisor fails to link to the vehicle s computer a Linking Failed message shows on the Scan Tool s display Verify the connection at the DLC and verify the ignition is ON Turn the ignition OFF wait 5 seconds then turn back ON to reset the computer Select Make 2013 Select and press Acura BMW Cadillac Chrysler Back Audi Buick Chevrolet Dodge Select Model 2013 Acura Select and press Camry Corolla Civic Legend Back Select Engine 2013 Acura Legend Select and press 4 Select Transmission 2013 Acura Legend V6 Select and press Manual Back Select and press Global OBD2 Fix Assist ABS SRS OEM Enhanced Retrieving Vehicle Data Unable to establish a link with the vehicle Verify the connection at the DLC Verify that the ignitio press the ON and button System Voltage 11 6V MD70 Using the FixAdvisor CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE Ensure your vehicle is OBD2 compliant See VEHICLES COVERED on page 5 for vehicle compliance verification information m The FixAdvisor will display a code only if codes are present in the vehicle s computer memory If no codes are present the message No Powertrain DTCs or Freeze Frame Data presently stored in the vehicle s computer Please visit www Matco CarSca

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