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1. 10 seconds and turn the ignition back on v Make sure that hand brake is released Y Check if the service tool is compatible with the vehicle Y Check if the vehicle is equipped with EPB system If the ON LED still keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s please contact your local distributor or the manufacturer When the brake is completely closed the ON LED illuminates constantly The service tool sends a command to vehicle s control unit to clear trouble codes and the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s If codes are cleared the STATUS LED illuminates for about 2 seconds The service tool re reads troubles codes and the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s If no codes are found the STATUS LED illuminates constantly if any codes are detected the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 1Hz 1 s Turn ignition off to disconnect the service tool from the vehicle Turn the ignition back on Open and close the parking brake by pressing parking switch in the vehicle to verify if the new brake pads work properly IMPORTANT For BMW vehicles you do not need the EPB service tool before installing new brake pads EPB service procedures for BMW are different from the above mentioned Follow instructions below to service BMW EPB system 1 Refer to your vehicle service manual to change the brake pads When brake pads are replaced the brake pad indicator light on instrument panel illuminates 2 Connect2. and make sure the parking brake is engaged Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical electrical fires nearby Keep the scan tool dry clean free from oil water or grease Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the scan tool when necessary 2 Location of the Data Link Connector DLC The DLC Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector is the standardized 16 cavity connector where the service tool interfaces with the vehicle s on board computer The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel dash under or around the driver s side for most vehicles If Data Link Connector is not located under dashboard a label should be there telling location For some Asian and European vehicles the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector If the DLC cannot be found refer to the vehicle s service manual for the location ae 3 Using the EPB Service Tool 3 1 Tool Description Mac Tools EPB Service Tool EPB101 lt 6 Fe OBD II CONNECTOR Connects the service tool to vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC OFF LED A yellow LED indicates status of brake system after the command Start brake pad change is sent STATUS LED A green LED indicates communication status between the service tool and vehicle s control unit and status of trouble codes ON LED A red LED indicates status
3. of brake system after the command End brake pad change is sent 3 OFF BUTTON Sends command to vehicle s control unit to open brake pads ON BUTTON Sends command to vehicle s control unit to close brake pads USB PORT Connects the service tool to a computer with the USB cable supplied for software updates 3 2 Specifications 1 Operating Temperature 0 to 70 C 32 to 158 F 2 Storage Temperature 40 to 85 C 40 to 185 F 3 Power 8 to 18 Volts provided via vehicle battery 4 Dimensions Length Width Height 85 mm 3 35 60 mm 3 36 20mm 0 79 5 NW 0 18kg 0 401b GW 0 21kg 0 461b 3 3 Accessories Included 1 User s manual Instructions on tool operations 2 CD software Contains programs that are used to update the tool and etc 3 4 Power The power of the service tool is provided via the vehicle Data Link Connector DLC Follow the steps below to power on the service tool 1 Find DLC on vehicle e A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the OBD2 cable 2 Plug OBD II cable to the vehicle s DLC 3 5 Vehicle Coverage The EPB101 Electronic Parking Brake Service Tool is specially designed to work with Audi A5 from 2007 Audi A6 from 2004 Audi A8 from 2004 Passat from 2005 BMW with Automatic Engine START STOP system from 2004 to 2007 Mercedes 221 from 2004 and E211 and E219 from 2003 to 2005 that are equ
4. ads Table of Contents Safety Precautions Location of the Data Link Connector DLC Using the EPB Service Tool 3 1 Tool Description 3 2 Specifications and Warming cc ccccsesseeeeeeees 3 3 Accessories Included cc cece ccccccccccceceeeeeeees 3 4 Power 3 5 Vehicle Coverage Brake Pad Change 4 1 Connecting to the Vehicle 4 2 Changing Brake Pads Warranty and Service 5 1 Limited One 5 2 Service Procedures Year Warranty cccceesceeeeeerees 1 Safety Precautions and Warnings To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and or the service tool read this instruction manual first and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle All maintenance and repair work must be carried out by qualified technicians Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards Keep clothing hair hands tools test equipment etc away from all moving or hot engine parts Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area Exhaust gases are poisonous Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running Put the transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission
5. ct your local distributor or the manufacturer 4 2 Changing Brake Pads 1 2 3 4 Press OFF button to send the command Start brake pad change to the control module The OFF LED flashes at a frequency of 5 Hz 5 s When the control unit starts to open the pads the frequency changes to 1Hz 1 s If the OFF LED keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s v Verify that the ignition is ON v Check if the service tool s OBD II connector is securely connected to vehicle s DLC v Turn the ignition off wait about 10 seconds and turn the ignition back on v Make sure that hand brake is released v Check if the service tool is compatible with the vehicle v Check if the vehicle is equipped with EPB system If the OFF LED still keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s please contact your local distributor or the manufacturer When the brake is completely opened the OFF LED illuminates constantly Replace brake pad When finished pad change press ON button to send the command End brake pad change to vehicle s control module The ON LED flashes at a frequency of 5 Hz 5 s When the control unit begins to close the pads the frequency changes to 1Hz 1 s If the ON LED keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s v Verify that the ignition is ON v Check if the service tool s OBD II connector is securely connected to vehicle s DLC 5 6 7 8 9 v Turn the ignition off wait about
6. imited to either the repair or at the option of Mac Tools replacement of the service tool at no charge with Proof of Purchase The sales receipt may be used for this purpose 2 This warranty does not apply to damages caused by improper use accident flood lightning or if the product was altered or repaired by anyone other than the Manufacturer s Service Center 3 Mac Tools shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the use misuse or mounting of the service tool Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you 4 All information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication and no warranty can be made for its accuracy or completeness Mac Tools reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice 5 2 Service Procedures If you have any questions please contact your local store distributor or visit our website at www mactools com If it becomes necessary to return the service tool for repair contact your local distributor for more information
7. ip with EPB system 4 Brake Pad Change 4 1 Connecting to the Vehicle CAUTION Don t connect or disconnect the service tool with ignition on or engine running 6 7 8 Turn the ignition off Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Connector DLC Plug into the OBDII cable to the vehicle s DLC Turn the ignition on Put the transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission Hold brake pedal and press the parking switch in your vehicle to release hand brake The service tool starts to detect connected control module and the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s When it links up with the control module it reads the trouble codes EPB of system If no codes are found the STATUS LED illuminates constantly if any codes are detected the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 1Hz 1 s If the service tool fails to communicate with the vehicle s control module or to read codes the STATUS LED keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s v Verify that the ignition is ON v Check if the service tool s OBD II connector is securely connected to vehicle s DLC v Turn the ignition off wait about 10 seconds and turn the ignition back on v Make sure the hand brake is released v Check if the service tool is compatible with the vehicle v Check if the vehicle is equipped with EPB system If the STATUS LED still keeps flashing at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s please conta
8. the tool the vehicle s DLC 3 Turn the START STOP button in your vehicle to ON position 4 The service tool starts to detect connected control module and the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s 5 When it links up with the control module it reads the trouble codes EPB of system If no codes are found the STATUS LED 7 6 7 8 9 illuminates constantly if any codes are detected the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 1Hz 1 s Press ON or OFF button to reset the brake pad indicator light and to clear trouble codes The STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s If codes are cleared the STATUS LED illuminates for about 2 seconds The service tool sends command to the control module to re read troubles codes and the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 5Hz 5 s If no codes are found the STATUS LED illuminates constantly if any codes are detected the STATUS LED flashes at a frequency of 1Hz 1 s Turn the START STOP button to OFF position and disconnect the tool from the vehicle Start the engine to verify if the brake pad indicator light is reset 5 Warranty and Service 5 1 Limited One Year Warranty Mac Tools warrants to its customers that this product will be free from all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of the original purchase subject to the following terms and conditions 1 The sole responsibility of Mac Tools under the Warranty is l
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