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Next Generation

Do it Yourself AutoScanner®

Performs diagnostics on

OBD II compliant vehicles

Instructions in English, Spanish, and French

Instrucciones en Inglés, Español, y Francés

Instructions en Anglais, Espagnol, et les Français

15825 Industrial Parkway

Cleveland Ohio 44135 USA (EUA)

The information, specifications and illustrations in this

guide are based on the latest information available at the

time of printing. SPX Corporation reserves the right to

make changes at any time without notice.

Tool Information

Complete the following list.

Provide this information when

contacting customer support.

Serial No:

SW ID:

Refer to section 4.7 to get the Serial Number

(Serial No) and Software Identification (SW

ID.)

If you have questions or concerns Contact

Technical Support:

•Phone: 1-800-228-7667

•Web Site: www.actron.com

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TOC

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions SF1

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SF-1

Signal Words Used: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SF-1

Type Styles Used: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SF-2

Icons used: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SF-2

Important Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SF-2

Getting Started 1

Vehicle Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Introduction to On-Board Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

SAE Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Data Link Connector (DLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Using AutoScanner® 2

The AutoScanner® Keypad Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Internal Battery 2-4

Vehicle Power 2-5

Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Data 3

Read Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Erase Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

I/M Monitors (Emissions Systems) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

View Freeze Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Code Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

TOC

System Setup / Test 4

System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Adjusting Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Language Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Display Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Keypad Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Memory Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Tool Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Troubleshooting 5

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Tool Does Not Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Operating Error or Erroneous Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A1

Global PID’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B1

Warranty & Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B4

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SF-1

Safety Precautions

For safety, read, understand and follow all safety messages and

instructions in manual and on test equipment before operating tool.

Always refer to and follow safety messages and test procedures

provided by manufacturer of vehicle and tools.

Safety messages below and throughout this manual are reminders to

use caution when using tool.

Safety Messages

Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and

equipment damage.

Safety messages in this section of the manual have a signal word with

a 3 part message and, in some cases, an icon. The signal word

indicates the level of the hazard.

Signal Words Used:

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to

operator or bystanders.

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury

to operator or bystanders.

Indicates a possible hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, may result in moderate or minor

injury to operator or bystanders.

Indicates a condition which, if not avoided, may

result in damage to test equipment or vehicle.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

SF-2

Type Styles Used:

Normal type states hazard.

Bold type states how to avoid hazard.

Italic type states possible results of not avoiding hazard.

Icons used:

An icon, when present, gives a graphical description of possible

hazard.

Example:

Engine systems can malfunction spilling fuel,

oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust

gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris.

• Wear safety goggles and protective gloves

- User and bystander

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

Engine systems that malfunction can cause injury.

Important Safety Messages

Risk of electric shock.

• Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs

indicated in “Specifications.”

• Use extreme caution when working with circuits

that have greater than 60 volts DC or 24 volts

AC.

Electric shock can cause injury.

SF-3

Risk of explosion.

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing.

- User and bystander

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

• Do not use Tool in environments where

explosive vapors may collect.

- As in below-ground pits, confined areas, or

areas that are less than 18 inches above

floor.

• Use Tool in locations with mechanical

ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per

hour.

• Flammable fuel and vapors can ignite.

• Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in

vicinity of battery.

Battery gases can ignite.

• Avoid making accidental connection between

battery terminals.

- Do not place uninsulated metal tools on

battery.

• When removing battery cables, remove ground

cable first.

• Avoid sparks when connecting or disconnecting

power leads to battery.

• Make sure ignition is OFF, headlights and other

accessories are OFF and vehicle doors are

closed before disconnecting battery cables.

- This also helps prevent damage to on-board

computer systems.

• Always disconnect battery ground connections

before servicing electrical system components.

Explosion can cause injury.

WARNING

SF-4

Risk of poisoning.

• Use Tool in locations with mechanical

ventilation providing at least 4 air changes per

hour. Engine exhaust contains odorless lethal

gas.

• Route exhaust outside while testing with engine

running.

Poisoning can result in death or serious injury.

Battery acid is a highly corrosive sulfuric acid.

• Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.

- User and bystander

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

• Make sure someone can hear or is close enough

to provide aid when working near a battery.

• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby.

- If battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or

eyes, flush exposed area with soap and

water for 10 minutes.

- Seek medical help.

• Do not touch eyes while working near battery.

Battery acid can burn eyes and skin.

WARNING

SF-5

Risk of fire.

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing.

- User and bystander

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

• Do not position head directly over or in front of

throttle body.

• Do not pour gasoline down throttle body when

cranking or running engine, when working with

fuel delivery systems or any open fuel line.

- Engine backfire can occur when air cleaner

is out of position.

• Do not use fuel injector cleaning solvents when

performing diagnostic testing.

• Keep cigarettes, sparks, open flame and other

sources of ignition away from vehicle.

• Keep a dry chemical (Class B) fire extinguisher

rated for gasoline, chemical and electrical fires

in work area.

Fire can cause death or serious injury.

Risk of flying particles.

• Wear safety goggles while using electrical

equipment.

- Electrical equipment or rotating engine parts

can cause flying particles.

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

Flying particles can cause eye injury.

SF-6

Risk of burns.

•Batteries can produce a short-circuit

current high enough to weld jewelry to

metal.

- Remove jewelry such as rings, bracelets

and watches before working near batteries.

Short circuits can cause injury.

Risk of burns.

• Do not remove radiator cap unless engine is

cold.

- Pressurized engine coolant may be hot.

• Do not touch hot exhaust systems, manifolds,

engines, radiators, sample probe, etc.

• Wear insulated gloves when handling hot engine

components.

• Tester leads can become hot after extended

testing in close proximity to manifolds etc.

Hot components can cause injury.

Risk of spilling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot

toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and

other debris.

• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing

- User and bystander

- Even if your everyday glasses have impact

resistant lenses, they may NOT be safety

glasses, and may not provide adequate

protection.

• Engine systems can malfunction

- Expelling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot

toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and

other debris.

Fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases,

acid, refrigerant and other debris can cause serious

injury.

WARNING

SF-7

Engine compartment contains electrical

connections and hot or moving parts.

• Keep personnel, test leads, clothing and other

objects clear of electrical connections and hot or

moving engine parts.

• Do not wear watches, rings, or loose fitting

clothing when working in an engine

compartment.

• Do not place tools on fenders or other places in

engine compartment.

• To help identify danger zones in test areas use

barriers.

• Prevent personnel from walking through test

area.

Contacting electrical connections and hot or moving

parts can cause injury.

Risk of injury.

• Only qualified personnel should operate tool.

• Use tool only as described in guide.

• Do not operate tool with damaged cords.

• Do not operate tool if dropped or damaged, until

examined by a qualified service representative.

Operation of tool by anyone other than qualified

personnel may result in injury.

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

• Block drive wheels before performing a test with

engine running.

• Unless instructed otherwise:

- set parking brake

- put gear selector in neutral for standard

transmissions

- put gear selector in park for automatic

transmissions

- disconnect release mechanism on

automatic parking brake release, for testing

and reconnect when testing is completed.

• Do not leave engine running unattended.

A moving vehicle can cause injury.

PRNDL2

WARNING

SF-8

Risk of equipment or circuit damage.

• Unless specifically directed by manufacturer,

make sure ignition is OFF before connecting or

disconnecting connectors or any vehicle

electrical terminals.

• Do not create a short between battery terminals

with a jumper wire or tools.

Improper equipment use can cause equipment or

circuit damage.

Misdiagnosis may lead to incorrect or

improper repair and/or adjustment.

• Do not rely on erratic, questionable, or obviously

erroneous test information or results.

- Make sure all connections and data entry

information are correct and test procedures

performed right, if test information or results

are erratic, questionable, or obviously

erroneous.

- If test information or results are still

suspicious, do not use them for diagnosis.

Improper repair and/or adjustment may cause

vehicle or equipment damage or unsafe operation.

Some vehicles are equipped with air bags.

• Follow vehicle service manual’s warnings when

working around air bag components or wiring.

- If service manual instructions are not

followed, air bag may open unexpectedly,

resulting in injury.

- Note air bag can still open up several

minutes after ignition key is off (or if vehicle

battery is disconnected) because of a

special energy reserve module.

An air bag opening can cause injury.

CAUTION

DANGER

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Getting Started 1-1

Section 1 – Getting Started

The Global OBD II AutoScanner® was developed by experts in

the automotive service industry to help diagnose vehicles and

assist in troubleshooting procedures.

AutoScanner® monitors vehicle events and retrieves codes from

vehicle’s control module to help pinpoint problem areas.

All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this

manual are based on the latest information available from

industry sources at the time of publication.

No warranty (expressed or implied) can be made for its accuracy

or completeness, nor is any responsibility assumed by the

manufacturer or anyone connected with it for loss or damages

suffered through reliance on any information contained in this

guide or misuse of accompanying product. The manufacturer

reserves the right to make changes at any time to this guide or

accompanying product without obligation to notify any person or

organization of such changes.

Vehicle Service Information

The following is a list of web sites and phone numbers where

electronic engine control diagnostic information is available.

✓Some manuals may be available at your local dealer, auto

parts stores or local public libraries

1-2 Getting Started

Web Site Phone Number

Chevrolet www.chevrolet.com 1-800-551-4123

Pontiac www.pontiac.com 1-800-551-4123

Oldsmobile www.oldsmobile.com 1-800-551-4123

Buick www.buick.com 1-800-551-4123

Cadillac www.cadillac.com 1-800-333-4CAD

Saturn www.saturn.com 1-800-553-6000

Ford www.ford.com 1-800-392-3673

Lincoln www.lincoln.com 1-800-392-3673

Mercury www.mercury.com 1-800-392-3673

Chrysler www.chrysler.com 1-800-348-4696

Dodge www.dodge.com 1-800-348-4696

Plymouth Not Available 1-800-348-4696

Eagle Not Available 1-800-348-4696

Audi www.audi.com 1-800-544-8021

Volkswagon www.vw.com 1-800-544-8021

BMW www.bmw.com 1-201-307-4000

MINI www.mini.com 1-201-307-4000

Jaguar www.jaguar.com 1-800-4-JAGUAR

Volvo www.volvo.com 1-800-458-1552

Mercedes www.mercedes-benz.com 1-800-367-6372

Land Rover www.landrover.com 1-800-637-6837

Porsche www.porsche.com 1-800-PORSCHE

Saab www.saab.com 1-800-955-9007

Acura www.acura.com 1-800-999-1009

Honda www.honda.com 1-800-999-1009

Lexus www.lexus.com 1-800-255-3987

Scion www.scion.com 1.866.70.SCION

Toyota www.toyota.com 1-800-GO-TOYOTA

Hyundai www.hyundai.com 1-800-633-5151

Infiniti www.infiniti.com 1-800-662-6200

Nissian www.nissianusa.com 1-800-nissian1

Kia www.kia.com 1-800-333-4542

Mazda www.mazda.com 1-800-222-5500

Daewoo www.daewoo.com 1-822-759-2114

Subaru www.subaru.com 1-800-SUBARU3

Isuzu www.isuzu.com 1-800-255-6727

Geo Not Available Not Available

Mitsubishi www.mitsubishi.com 1-888-MITSU2004

Suzuki www.suzukiauto.com 1-800-934-0934

Chilton Book Company www.chiltonsonline.com 1-800-347-7707

Haynes Publications www.haynes.com 1-800-242-4637

Bentley Publishers www.bentleypublishers.com 1-800-423-4595

Mitchell www.mitchell1.com 1-888-724-6742

ALLDATA www.alldata.com 1-800-697-2533

European Vehicles

Asian Vehicles

Other Manuals

Suitable Manual

Titles

Repair Information

Programs

General

Motors

Ford

Chrysler

Domestic

Vehicles

or similar titles...

“Automotive Electrics and Electronics”

“Automotive Sensors”

“Electronic Transmission Control”

“Emission Control Technology

“Fuel Injection”

“Automotive Electrical Manual”

“Diagnostic Service Manuals”

“Engine Management”

“PowerTrain Codes and Oxygen Sensors”

“Automotive Emission Control Manual”

Getting Started 1-3

Introduction to On-Board Diagnostics

OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics version II) is a system that the

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) developed to

standardize automotive electronic diagnosis.

Beginning in 1996, most new vehicles sold in the USA were

OBD II compliant.

✓Technicians now can use the same tool to test any OBD

II compliant vehicle without special adapters. SAE

established guidelines that provide:

❒A universal connector, called the Data Link Connector

(DLC), with dedicated pin assignments.

❒A standard location for the Data Link Connector (DLC),

visible under the dash on driver’s side.

❒A standard list of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) used

by all manufacturers.

❒A standard list of parameter identification (PID) data

used by all manufacturers.

❒Ability for vehicle systems to record operating conditions

when fault occurs.

❒Expanded diagnostic capabilities that records a code

whenever a condition occurs that affects vehicle

emissions.

❒Ability to clear stored codes from vehicles memory with

Tool.

SAE Publications

SAE has published hundreds of pages of text defining a

standard communication protocol that establishes hardware,

software, and circuit parameters of OBD II systems.

• SAE publishes recommendations, not laws, but the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air

Resources Board (CARB) made many of SAE’s

recommendations legal requirements.

1-4 Getting Started

Data Link Connector (DLC)

The AutoScanner® uses a Data Link Connector (DLC) to

communicate with the vehicle’s control module.

✓Data Link

Connector

Location.

❒Under

dashboard on

driver side of

vehicle.

❒If Data Link

Connector is

not located

under dashboard, a label should be there telling where

the connector can be found.

Data Link Connector (DLC) Pins

1 - Manufacturer Reserved

2 - J1850 Bus+

3 - Manufacturer Reserved

4 - Chassis Ground

5 - Signal Ground

6 - CAN High, J-2284

7 - K Line, ISO 9141-2 & ISO/DIS 14230-4

8 - Manufacturer Reserved

9 - Manufacturer Reserved

10 - J1850 Bus-

11 - Manufacturer Reserved

12 - Manufacturer Reserved

13 - Manufacturer Reserved

14 - CAN Low, J-2284

15 - L Line, ISO 9141-2 & ISO/DIS

14230-4

Getting Started 1-5

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

✓Diagnostic Trouble Codes help determine the cause of a

problem or problems with a vehicle.

❒Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) consist of a five-digit

alphanumeric code.

❒The Diagnostic Trouble Codes format and general code

types are shown below.

Example:

P0101 - Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance Problem

P 0 1 0 1

Vehicle Specific System

Powertrain Codes

P0xxx - Generic (SAE)

P1xxx - Manufacturer Specific

P2xxx - Generic (SAE)

P30xx-P33xx - Manufacturer Specific

P34xx-P39xx - Generic (SAE)

Chassis Codes

C0xxx - Generic (SAE)

C1xxx - Manufacturer Specific

C2xxx - Manufacturer Specific

C3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Body Codes

B0xxx - Generic (SAE)

B1xxx - Manufacturer Specific

B2xxx - Manufacturer Specific

B3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Network Communication Codes

U0xxx - Generic (SAE)

U1xxx - Manufacturer Specific

U2xxx - Manufacturer Specific

U3xxx - Generic (SAE)

Specific Fault Designation

Bx - Body

Cx - Chassis

Px - Powertrain

Ux - Network Comm.

x = 0, 1, 2 or 3

1-6 Getting Started

Within each category (Powertrain, Chassis, Body and

Network) of Diagnostic Trouble Codes there are assigned

ranges for different vehicle systems.

✓J2012 and ISO 15031-6 are standards for all Diagnostic

Trouble Codes, established by the SAE, International

Organization for Standardization (ISO) and other

governing bodies.

❒Codes and definitions assigned by these specifications

are known as Generic OBD II codes.

❒OBD II requires compliance to these standards, for all

cars, light trucks, APVs, MPVs, and SUVs sold in the

U.S.

❒Codes not reserved by SAE are manufacturer reserved

and referred to as Manufacturer Specific Codes.

Lower Upper Assigned DTC System

P0000 P00FF Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary Emission Controls

P0100 P02FF Fuel Air Metering

P0300 P03FF Ignition System or Misfire

P0400 P04FF Auxiliary Emission Controls

P0500 P05FF Vehicle Speed Idle Control Auxiliary Inputs

P0600 P06FF Computer and Auxiliary Outputs

P0700 P09FF Transmission

P0A00 P0AFF Hybrid Propulsion

P1000 P10FF Manufacturer Control Fuel & Air Metering, Auxiliary Emission Controls

P1100 P12FF Manufacturer Control Fuel & Air Metering

P1300 P13FF Manufacturer Control Ignition System or Misfire

P1400 P14FF Manufacturer Control Auxiliary emission Controls

P1500 P15FF Manufacturer Cntrl Veh.Spd. Idle Speed Control Auxiliary Inputs

P1600 P16FF Manufacturer Control Auxiliary Inputs Auxiliary Outputs

P1700 P19FF Manufacturer Control Transmission

P2000 P22FF Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary emission Controls

P2300 P23FF Ignition System or Misfire

P2400 P24FF Auxiliary Emission Controls

P2500 P25FF Auxiliary Inputs

P2600 P26FF Computer and Auxiliary Outputs

P2700 P27FF Transmission

P2900 P32FF Fuel Air Metering Auxiliary Emission Controls

P3300 P33FF Ignition System

P3400 P34FF Cylinder Deactivation

U0000 U00FF Network Electrical

U0100 U02FF Network Communication

U0300 U03FF Network Software

U0400 U04FF Network Data

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AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information 2-1

Section 2 – AutoScanner®

Specifications & Power

Information

The AutoScanner® Keypad Configu-

ration

1 LCD Display – 128 x 64 graphic

display with contrast adjust.

arrow key – moves UP

through functions and picks YES

on questions requiring a yes or no

answer.

ENTER

key – selects displayed

items.

4 DOWN arrow key – moves

DOWN through functions and

picks NO on questions requiring a

yes or no answer.

BACK

key – usually returns to

previous screen or DIAGNOSTIC

MENU and cancels the prior

selection.

6 ERASE hot key – used to run

the Erase function.

POWER

key – turns power ON

or OFF when disconnected from

vehicle.

8OBDII Cable – provides

connection for vehicle interface.

9Serial Port – gives a way to get

upgrades for the AutoScanner®.

10 Serial Number Plate – (On Back)

shows serial number.

11 Battery Compartment –

provides power to AutoScanner®

for upgrading or reviewing codes

off-vehicle.

on top

2-2 AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information

Specifications

Display: 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjust.

Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)

External Power: 7 to 16 Volts

✓A minimum of 8.0 V is required for most control modules

to operate properly in a vehicle.

Power Dissipation: 5 Watts maximum

Dimensions: Thickness Width Length

1.125" 3.25" 7.75"

28.6 mm 82.6 mm 196.9 mm

✓Replacement Part may be available from the

manufacturer by contacting customer service.

• Phone: 1-800-228-7667 (8:00 - 6:00 EST Monday - Friday)

AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information 2-3

Display

The display has a large viewing area displaying messages,

instructions, and diagnostic information.

✓The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is a 128 x 64 pixel

display.

❒ Characters used to help operate AutoScanner® are:

Indicates additional information is available on

previous screen.

Indicates additional information is available on next

screen.

Indicates the code is a pending code. Refer to the

Read Codes Section for more details.

Appears if the ERASE hot key is available.

Indicates to install or replace the internal battery soon.

Keypad

The keypad is used to move through the different menus of the

AutoScanner®.

Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean

keypad or display. Use a mild nonabrasive

detergent and a soft cotton cloth.

Do not soak keypad as water might find its

way inside the AutoScanner®.

CAUTION

Indicates current selection.

Pending

2-4 AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information

Power

Internal Battery

✓The Internal Battery allows the operator to Review Data

or look up Diagnostic Trouble Code definitions without

being connected to a vehicle.

✓Refer to “Tool Does Not Power Up” if there are problems.

✓When the tool is not connected to

the vehicle the POWER key

turns tool ON and OFF.

❒Press and hold POWER

key for at least 1 second to turn

ON AutoScanner®.

✓When powered from the internal battery, AutoScanner®

turns OFF after a period of inactivity.

✓The AutoScanner® checks

the internal battery when

turning on tool.

❒If voltage is low, Low

Battery Symbol ()

displays on screen.

❒Replace battery with

instructions provided in “Battery Replacement.”

Remove battery from battery compartment if

AutoScanner® is not going to be in use for an

extended period of time.

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Read Codes



CAUTION

AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information 2-5

Vehicle Power

When using the OBDII Cable, the

power to the AutoScanner® comes

from the vehicle Data Link

Connector (DLC.)

1.Find Data Link

Connector on

Vehicle.

•Under dashboard

on driver side of

vehicle.

•If Data Link

Connector is not

located under the dashboard, a label should be there

telling where the connector can be found.

2.Remove Data Link

Connector Cover if

Required.

Diagnostic

Co nnector

Diagnostic

Co nnector

2-6 AutoScanner® Specifications & Power Information

3.Connect OBD II Cable to Vehicle.

•Make sure pins are not bent.

•Carefully align cable plug and push

straight into Data Link Connector

(DLC).

4.Observe AutoScanner® Turns On.

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Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-1

Section 3 – Using AutoScanner

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and

Data

Read Codes

The Read Codes function allows the AutoScanner® to read

the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and Pending Codes

from the vehicle’s computer modules.

✓Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) help determine the cause

of a problem or problems with a vehicle.

✓Read Codes can be done with the Key On Engine Off

(KOEO) or with the Key On Engine Running (KOER).

✓“Continuous monitor” and “maturing codes” are other names

for Pending Codes.

✓If Pending Codes or faults occur a specific number of times

(depending on vehicle), they mature into a DTC and the MIL

lights or blinks.

✓If a fault does not occur within a certain number of warm-up

cycles (depending on vehicle), the Pending Code or

Diagnostic Trouble Code clears from vehicle’s computer

module.

✓Pending Code faults, DO NOT automatically indicate a

faulty component or system.

3-2 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

1.Select Read Codes.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Read Codes.

•Press

ENTER

2.View Diagnostic

Trouble Codes.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key if

more than one

Diagnostic Trouble

Code is present.

•Display shows the

number of Diagnostic

Trouble Codes

present on the top right

section of the display.

❒Example shows a

Pending Diagnostic

Trouble Code.

✓Additional Diagnostic Trouble Codes are available on the

DTC Lookup CD software.

3.Return to DIAGNOSTIC MENU.

• Press

BACK

key.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Read Codes

P0401

EGR Flow

Insufficient

1of10

P0401

EGR Flow

Insufficient

1of10

Pending

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-3

Erase Codes

The Erase Codes function deletes Diagnostic Trouble Codes

and clears I/M Monitors from vehicle’s computer module(s).

(See I/M Monitors.)

✓The Erase Codes function may also erase View Freeze

Data results depending on vehicle.

✓Check vehicle systems completely before using the Erase

Code function.

❒Erase stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes and verify no

codes reset. A Diagnostic Trouble Code returns if

problem is not fixed or other faults are present.

✓Before deciding repairs are done vehicle may need to be

driven so monitors can run.

✓With the engine running a reject message could display

when trying to erase codes.

1.Prepare Vehicle.

•Turn Key On.

•Verify Engine Off.

✓If ERASE hot key is

available to be used an icon

shows on the display.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Read Codes

3-4 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

2.Press ERASE Hot Key.

2.Select Erase Codes.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Erase Codes.

•Press

ENTER

✓If diagnostic results and codes

are not to be erased press

DOWN arrow key for NO.

3.Press

Arrow Key for YES

to Clear Diagnostic Results

and Codes.

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Erase Codes

ERASE

====================

5 Codes Found.

Are you sure you

want to Erase

Diagnostic Results

and Codes

▲ YES ▼ NO

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-5

✓The screen shown

appears if engine is

running.

4.Observe “Command

Sent” Message

Displays.

•Press

ENTER

✓A Diagnostic Trouble Code may remain if problem is not

fixed or other faults are present.

ERASE

====================

Engine is Running

Turn Engine Off

Turn Key On

Press ENTER

To Continue

ERASE

====================

Command Sent

No Codes Remain

Press ENTER

To Continue

3-6 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)

Status

MIL Status displays the state of the vehicles computer

module(s).

✓MIL Status is most useful if the engine is running.

✓Some manufacturers turn the MIL off if a certain number of

drive cycles occur without a fault.

✓The computer’s memory erases Trouble Codes and resets

MIL from memory if fault does not occur after 40 warm-up

cycles.

1.Select MIL Status.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight MIL Status.

•Press

ENTER

2. Review Results.

3.Return to DIAGNOSTIC MENU.

• Press

BACK

key.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

MIL Status

MIL is ON

MIL Lamp Should

be ON if

Engine is Running

Press BACK to Exit

MIL is OFF

MIL Lamp Should

be OFF if

Engine is Running

Press BACK to Exit

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-7

I/M Monitors (Emissions Systems)

The I/M Monitors (Inspection / Maintenance) function is used

to view a SNAPSHOT of the operations for the Emission

System on OBD II vehicles since the Diagnostic Trouble

Codes were cleared.

✓I/M Monitors is a very useful function. To guarantee no faults

make sure all monitors are “ok” or “n/a” and no DTC’s exist.

✓During normal driving conditions, the vehicle’s computer

scans the emission system. After a specific amount of drive

time (each monitor has specific driving conditions and time

required), the computer’s "monitors" will decide if the

vehicles emission system is working correctly or not as well

as detecting out of range values. When the "monitor’s"

status is:

•"ok" - vehicle was driven enough to complete the monitor.

•"inc" (Incomplete) - vehicle was not driven enough to

complete the monitor.

•"n/a" (Not Applicable) - vehicle does not support that

monitor.

✓Some states MAY NOT require all monitors listed to be

Ready to pass the emissions test. Check with state testing

site for exact requirements. All states will fail a vehicle that

has the MIL Light lit at time of test.

✓Refer to the vehicles service manual for the drive cycle

operation.

✓Depending on vehicle, disconnecting or a discharged

battery may erase trouble codes and clear monitor status.

✓Clear Monitors by:

❒Erasing Codes.

❒Vehicle Computer Module losing power (on some

vehicles.)

3-8 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

✓I/M Monitors function can be done with the Key On, Engine

Running or Off.

1.Select I/M Monitors.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight I/M Monitors.

•Press

ENTER

2.View Summary of

Monitor Status.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key.

3.Return to DIAGNOSTIC MENU.

• Press

BACK

key.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

I/M Monitors

SINCE DTCS CLEARED

====================

Misfire Monitor ok

Fuel System Mon ok

Comp Component ok

Catalyst Mon inc

Htd Catalyst n/a

Evap System Mon n/a

Abbreviate Name Expanded Name

Misfire Monitor Misfire Monitor

Fuel System Mon Fuel System Monitor

Comp Component Comprehensive Components Monitor

Catalyst Mon Catalyst Monitor

Htd Catalyst Heated Catalyst Monitor

Evap System Mon Evaporative System Monitor

Sec Air System Secondary Air System Monitor

A/C Refrig Mon Air Conditioning Refrigerant Monitor

Oxygen Sens Mon Oxygen Sensor Monitor

Oxygen Sens Htr Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor

EGR System Mon Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Monito

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-9

View Freeze Data

View Freeze Data is a “snapshot” of the operating conditions

at the time of an emission-related fault.

✓Faults with higher priority can overwrite View Freeze Data.

✓Depending on when vehicle DTCs were last erased, Freeze

Frame Data may not be stored in vehicles memory.

1.Select View Freeze

Data.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight View Freeze

Data.

•Press

ENTER

✓While collecting data, several screens show.

2.Select DTC (if more

than 1 DTC is

present.)

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight desired frame.

•Press

ENTER

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

View Freeze Data

SELECT FRAME

====================

P0443

P0723

P0433

3-10 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

3.View Freeze Data.

4.Select another frame to view (if

available.)

• Press

BACK

key.

5.Return to DIAGNOSTIC MENU.

• Press

BACK

key.

FREEZE FRAME

====================

DTC that caused

freeze frame

P0443

Catalyst Temp

Bank 1 Sensor 1

152 F

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-11

Review

The Review function allows the user to view the previous

vehicle tested information.

✓AutoScanner® requires power from either the vehicle or the

internal battery to use the Review function.

1.Select Review.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Review.

•Press

ENTER

✓The Review function has three types of data:

❒Codes

❒I/M Monitors

❒View Freeze Data

2.Follow Instructions on

Tool.

✓Refer to Read Codes, I/M Readiness and View Freeze

Data for more detailed information.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

Read Codes

Erase Codes

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

REVIEW MENU

====================

Codes

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Codes

3-12 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Code Lookup

Code Lookup is a database of Diagnostic Trouble Code

(DTC) definitions contained in the AutoScanner®.

✓Use Code Lookup to look up definitions of Diagnostic

Trouble Codes (DTCs.)

✓The AutoScanner® requires power from vehicle or the

internal battery to perform this function.

1.Select Code Lookup.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow keys to

highlight Code

Lookup.

•Press

ENTER

2.Enter Code:

•Enter all characters

•Change characters one

at a time.

•Use

ENTER

change to next

position.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow keys to change selected character.

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Code Lookup

System Setup

Code Lookup

P0000

Use ▲ /▼ Arrow

Keys to Change.

Press ENTER to

Change Next Position.

Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) 3-13

✓The DTC Range Definition shows if the definition is

manufacturer specific. If the DTC Range Definition does not

exist, the Tool shows “No DTC Definition Found. See

Service Manual.” See Diagnostic Trouble Code section for

DTC Range Definitions.

✓Additional Diagnostic Trouble Codes are available on the

DTC Lookup CD software.

✓To View Previous or Next Diagnostic

Trouble Code use UP

DOWN arrow key.

✓To enter another Diagnostic Trouble

Code, press

BACK

key.

✓Press

BACK

key again to return to

DIAGNOSTIC MENU.

ERASEERASE

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ERASEERASE

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3-14 Using AutoScanner®: Diagnostic Trouble Codes

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System Setup / Test 4-1

Section 4 – System Setup / Test

System Setup

✓System Setup allows:

❒Adjustments to display contrast.

❒Selecting language.

❒Checking display pixels.

❒Checking keyboard operations.

❒Checking tools memory.

❒Viewing tools information.

❒Upgrading the tool.

✓System Setup settings remain even if internal battery

becomes discharged or is removed.

From DIAGNOSTIC MENU:

1.Select System Setup.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight System

Setup.

•Press

ENTER

DIAGNOSTIC MENU

====================

MIL Status

I/M Monitors

View Freeze Data

Review

Code Lookup

System Setup

4-2 System Setup / Test

Adjusting Display Contrast

From System Setup menu:

1.Select Adjust

Contrast.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Adjust

Contrast.

•Press

ENTER

2.Darken or Lighten

Display Contrast.

•Use UP

rrow key

to darken Contrast.

•Use

DOWN arrow

key to lighten Contrast.

3.Save Contrast Setting

•Press

ENTER

4.Press Back to exit without saving or changing.

SYSTEM SETUP

====================

Adjust Contrast

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

Adjust Contrast

ADJUST CONTRAST

====================

▲ Darken

▼Lighten

Press ENTER

When Done

80%

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

System Setup / Test 4-3

Language Setup

✓English is the Default language.

From System Setup menu:

1.Choose Language

Setup.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Language

Setup.

•Press

ENTER

2.Select Desired

Language.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight desired

language.

3.Save Language Setting.

•Press

ENTER

SYSTEM SETUP

====================

Adjust Contrast

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

Language Setup

LANGUAGE SETUP

====================

English

Espanol

Francais

English

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

4-4 System Setup / Test

Display Test

The Display Test checks the pixels on the display.

✓The test turns on every pixel of the LCD display

1.Select Display Test.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Display Test.

2. Start Display Test.

•Press

ENTER

3.Look for Missing Spots.

• In solid black characters.

•Screen flips through the screens shown below.

4. When Done, Press

BACK

Key.

SYSTEM SETUP

====================

Adjust Contrast

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

[

Display Test

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····················

·······················

DISPLAY TEST

Press BACK†to Quit

ERASEERASE

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System Setup / Test 4-5

Keypad Test

The Keypad Test verifies the keys are working correctly.

1.Select Keypad Test.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Keypad Test.

•Press

ENTER

2. Press a

KEY

• Key name or scroll direction

displays.

•The only exception is the

BACK

key. When

BACK

key is

pressed System Setup menu

returns.

✓If System Setup menu does not return,

BACK

key is

not working.

SYSTEM SETUP

====================

Adjust Contrast

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

[

Keypad Test

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

4-6 System Setup / Test

Memory Test

✓The Memory Test tests RAM, ROM and EEPROM Mem-

ory.

✓Dots update along the bottom of the screen to show

progress of Memory Test.

✓Run the Memory Test if the tool has trouble:

❒Reviewing stored data.

❒Displaying trouble code definitions.

❒Doing any function that uses internal memory.

❒Remembering language or contrast settings.

1.Select Memory Test.

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Memory Test.

•Press

ENTER

✓Dots update along the

bottom of the screen to

show progress of Memory

Test.

❒Memory Test may take

several minutes to

complete.

❒Memory Test results

display.

❒PASS displays if there are no problems.

❒Fail displays if RAM, ROM or EEPROM fail.

❒If tool has a memory test problem, the tool will require

service.

❒Contact Customer Service.

2. Return to System Setup Menu.

•Press BACK.

SYSTEM SETUP

====================

Adjust Contrast

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

[

Memory Test

MEMORY TEST

====================

RAM PASS

ROM

Fail 1234

EEPROM PASS

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

System Setup / Test 4-7

Tool Information

From System Setup menu:

1.Select Tool

Information

•Use UP

DOWN arrow key to

highlight Tool

Information.

•Press

ENTER

2.View Tool

Information.

3.Write Down Tool Information.

•In space provided on inside front cover.

4.Return to System Setup Menu.

•Use

BACK

key.

System Setup

====================

Language Setup

Display Test

Keypad Test

Memory Test

Tool Information

Program Mode

Tool Information

TOOL INFORMATION

====================

S/N: XXXXXXXXXX

SWID: A7B1

Press BACKto Exit

ERASEERASE

ENTERENTER

4-8 System Setup / Test

Program Mode

Use Program Mode for updating and upgrading the tool. Refer

to instructions that are provided with update or upgrade.

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Troubleshooting 5-1

Section 5 – Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Check the following if an error message displays:

❒Make sure vehicle is OBD II compliant.

❒Verify ignition key is ON and not in the ACCESSORIES

position.

❒Make sure cable connects to vehicle’s Data Link

Connector.

❒Look at Data Link Connector and check for cracked or

recessed pins, or for any substance that could prevent a

good electrical connection.

❒Check for bent or broken pins.

❒Check for blown fuses.

❒Make sure the vehicles control module has a good

ground.

❒Verify battery voltage is at least 8.0V.

❒Verify the control module is not defective. Refer to the

vehicle service manual to diagnose the control module.

Tool Does Not Power Up

✓Review “Safety Precautions” before troubleshooting.

Do the following if the tool will not power up, communicate with

vehicle’s Control Module, pass Tool Self-Tests, or functions

incorrectly in any other way:

❒Check Data Link Connector pins.

❒Reconnect Data Link Connector.

❒Check vehicle battery to make sure at least 8.0 volts is

present.

❒Contact Technical Support.

5-2 Troubleshooting

Operating Error or Erroneous Data

An Operating Error or Erroneous Data occurs if vehicle’s

computer(s) stop(s) communicating with tool.

1.Make Selection.

•Use UP arrow key

for YES.

•

Use

DOWN

arrow

key for NO.

✓See “Error Messages” on page 5-1 for possible causes.

OPERATING ERROR

====================

Check Connections

Try Again

▲ YES ▼ NO

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A-1

Appendix A – Glossary

A/C:

Air Conditioner.

A/D:

Analog to Digital.

A/F:

Air/Fuel ratio. The proportion of air and fuel delivered to the cylinder for

combustion. For example, an A/F ratio of 14:1 denotes 14 times as

much air as fuel in the mixture. Ideally the A/F ratio is 14.7:1.

ABS:

Anti-lock Brake System.

AC Clutch Relay:

The PCM uses this relay to energize the A/C clutch, turning the A/C

compressor on or off.

AC Pressure Sensor:

Measures air conditioning refrigerant pressure and sends a voltage

signal to the PCM.

AC Pressure Switch:

A mechanical switch connected to the A/C refrigerant line. The switch

is activated (sending a signal to the PCM) when the A/C refrigerant

pressure becomes too low or high.

Actuator:

Actuators such as relays, solenoids, and motors allow the PCM to

control the operation of vehicle systems.

Air Injection Reaction (AIR) System:

An emission control system operated by the PCM. During cold starts,

an air pump injects outside air into the exhaust manifold to help burn hot

exhaust gases. This reduces pollution and speeds warm-up of oxygen

sensors and catalytic converters. After the engine is warm, the air will

either be “dumped” back to the atmosphere (or into the air cleaner

assembly) or sent to the catalytic converter.

APP:

Acceleration Pedal Position (Sensor.)

ASR:

Acceleration Slip Regulation.

A-2

AutoScanner®:

A device that interfaces with a vehicle to Read and Erase Diagnostic

Trouble Codes through an OBD II data link.

Bank x:

The standard way of referring to the bank of cylinders containing

cylinder #x. In-line engines have only one bank of cylinders. Most

commonly used to identify the location of oxygen sensors. See O2S,

Sensor x, Sensor x.

BARO:

Barometric Pressure Sensor. See MAP Sensor.

BBV:

Brake Boost Vacuum (Sensor.)

BCM:

Body Control Module.

Boost Control Solenoid:

A solenoid that is energized by the PCM, in order to control

turbo/supercharger boost pressure.

Brake Switch Signal:

An input signal to the PCM indicating that the brake pedal is being

pressed. This signal is typically used to disengage Cruise Control

systems and Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) solenoids. See also

TCC.

CAM:

Camshaft Position Sensor. Sends a frequency signal to the PCM in

order to synchronize fuel injector and spark plug firing.

Catalytic Converter:

Designed to reduce exhaust emissions.

CAN:

Controller Area Network.

CARB:

California Air Resources Board. Governing body for emissions control

in California.

CKP REF:

Crankshaft Position Reference.

CKP:

Crankshaft Position. See CPS.

CKT:

Circuit.

A-3

Closed Loop (CL):

A feedback system that uses the O2 Sensor(s) to monitor the results

of combustion. Based on the signal(s) from the O2 sensor(s), the PCM

modifies the air/fuel mixture to maintain optimum performance with

lowest emissions. In closed loop mode, the PCM can “fine tune” control

of a system to achieve an exact result.

CMP:

Camshaft Position Sensor.

CO:

Carbon Monoxide; odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion.

Continuous Memory Codes:

See Pending Codes.

CPS:

Crankshaft Position Sensor. Sends a frequency signal to the PCM. It

is used to reference fuel injector operation and synchronize spark plug

firing on distributorless ignition systems (DIS).

CTS:

Coolant Temperature Sensor. A resistance sensor that sends a

voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the coolant.

This signal tells the PCM whether the engine is “cold” or “warm”.

CVRTD:

Continuous Variable Real Time Damping.

D/R:

Drive/Reverse.

Data Link Connector (DLC):

Connector providing access and/or control of the vehicle information,

operating conditions, and diagnostic information. Vehicles with OBD II

use a 16-pin connector located in the passenger compartment.

Data Stream:

The actual data communications sent from the vehicle’s PCM to the

data connector.

DEPS:

Digital Engine Position Sensor.

Detonation:

See Knock.

DI/DIS:

Direct Ignition/Distributorless Ignition System. A system that produces

the ignition spark without the use of a distributor.

DPFE:

Differential Pressure Feedback – Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor

A-4

Drive Cycle:

Vehicle operation for a period of time so the systems can be monitored.

DTC:

Diagnostic Trouble Code. An alphanumeric identifier for a fault

condition identified by the On Board Diagnostic System.

Duty Cycle:

A term applied to signals that switch between “on” and “off”. Duty cycle

is the percentage of time the signal is “on”. For example, if the signal

is “on” only one fourth of the time, then the duty cycle is 25%. The PCM

uses duty cycle type signals to maintain precise control of an actuator.

EBCM:

Electronic Brake Control Module.

EBTCM:

Electronic Brake/Traction Control Module.

ECM

Engine Control Module or Electronic Control Module.

ECT:

Engine Coolant Temperature sensor. See CTS.

EEPROM:

Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory.

EFE:

Early Fuel Evaporation.

EFI:

Electronic Fuel Injection. Any system where a computer controls fuel

delivery to the engine by using fuel injectors.

EGR:

Exhaust Gas Recirculation. The PCM uses the EGR system to

recirculate exhaust gases back into the intake manifold to reduce

emissions. EGR is used only during warm engine cruise conditions.

EOP:

Engine Oil Pressure (Switch.)

EOT

Engine Oil Temperature (Sensor.)

EPA:

Environmental Protection Agency.

ESC:

Electronic Spark Control. An ignition system function that warns the

PCM when “knock” is detected. The PCM will then retard spark timing

to eliminate the knocking condition.

A-5

EST:

Electronic Spark Timing. An ignition system that allows the PCM to

control spark advance timing. The PCM determines optimum spark

timing from sensor information — engine speed, throttle position,

coolant temperature, engine load, vehicle speed, Park/Neutral switch

position, and knock sensor condition.

EVAP:

Evaporative Emissions System.

FC:

Fan Control.

Freeze Frame:

Is a “snapshot” of the operating conditions at the time of an

emission-related fault.

FTP:

Federal Test Procedure. Strict test of vehicle’s emissions.

Ground (GND):

An electrical conductor used as a common return for an electric

circuit(s).

Hall Effect Sensor:

Any of a type of sensor utilizing a permanent magnet and a

transistorized Hall Effect switch. Hall Effect type sensors may be used

to measure speed and position of the crankshaft or camshaft — for

spark timing and fuel injector control.

HO2S:

Heated Oxygen Sensor. See O2S.

HVAC:

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (System.)

I/M:

Inspection and Maintenance. An emission control program.

IAC:

Idle Air Control. A device mounted on the throttle body which adjusts

the amount of air bypassing a closed throttle so that the PCM can

control idle speed.

IAT:

Intake Air Temperature (Sensor.)

ICM:

Ignition Control Module.

IMRC:

Intake Manifold Runner Control.

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IPC:

Instrument Panel Cluster.

ISC:

Idle Speed Control. A small electric motor mounted on the throttle body

and controlled by the PCM. The PCM can control idle speed by

commanding the ISC to adjust its position.

ISO:

International Organization of Standardization also know as

International Standards Organization.

KAM:

Keep Alive Memory.

Knock Sensor (KS):

Used to detect engine detonation or “knock.” The sensor contains a

piezoelectric element and is threaded into the engine block. Special

construction makes the element sensitive only to engine vibrations

associated with detonation.

Knock:

Uncontrolled ignition of the air/fuel mixture in the cylinder. Also referred

to as detonation or ping. Knock indicates extreme cylinder pressures

or “hotspots” which are causing the air/fuel mixture to detonate

prematurely.

KOEO:

Key On — Engine Off.

KOER:

Key On — Engine Running.

LCD:

Liquid Crystal Display.

LTFT:

Long Term Fuel Trim.

M/T:

Manual transmission or manual transaxle.

MAF:

Mass Air Flow Sensor. Measures the amount and density of air

entering the engine and sends a frequency or voltage signal to the

PCM. The PCM uses this signal in its fuel delivery calculations.

MAP:

Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor. Measures intake manifold

vacuum or pressure and sends a frequency or voltage signal

(depending on sensor type) to the PCM. This gives the PCM

information on engine load for control of fuel delivery, spark advance,

and EGR flow.

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MAT:

Manifold Air Temperature sensor. A resistance sensor in the intake

manifold that sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the

temperature of the incoming air. The PCM uses this signal for fuel

delivery calculations.

MIL:

Malfunction Indicator Lamp. “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon”

light are examples of what a MIL is called. A required on-board

indicator to alert the driver of an emission-related malfunction.

Misfire:

Caused by the air fuel ratio being incorrect.

Monitor:

A test performed by the on-board computer to verify proper operation

of emission related systems or components.

MPFI or MFI:

Multi-Port Fuel Injection. MPFI is a fuel injection system using one (or

more) injector(s) for each cylinder. The injectors mounted in the intake

manifold, and fired in groups rather than individually.

NOx:

Oxides of Nitrogen. The system EGR and Cam Shafts injects exhaust

gases into the intake manifold to reduce these gases at the tailpipe.

O2S:

Oxygen Sensor. Generates a voltage of 0.6 to 1.0 volts when the

exhaust gas is rich (low oxygen content). The voltage changes to 0.4

volts or less when the exhaust gas is lean (high oxygen content). This

sensor only operates after it reaches a temperature of approximately

349ºC (660ºF). O2 sensors are usually found both upstream and

downstream of the catalytic converter. The PCM uses these sensors

to fine tune the air-fuel ratio and to monitor the efficiency of the catalytic

converter. See Bank 1, Bank 2, Sensor 1, Sensor 2.

OBD II:

On-Board Diagnostics, Second Generation. OBD II is a U.S.

Government-mandated standard requiring all cars and light trucks to

have a common data connector, connector location, communication

protocol, DTCs and code definitions. OBD II first appeared on vehicles

in late 1994, and is required to be present on all cars sold in the US

after January 1, 1996.

ODM:

Output Device Monitor.

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Open Loop (OL):

A control system mode that does not monitor the output to verify if the

desired achieved results. A fuel delivery system will usually operate in

open loop mode during cold engine warm-up because the oxygen

sensors are not yet ready to send a signal. Without the oxygen sensor

signal, the computer cannot check the actual results of combustion.

PCM:

Powertrain Control Module. The “brains” of the engine control system

and transmission control system housed in a metal box with a number

of sensors and actuators connected via a wiring harness. Its job is to

control fuel delivery, idle speed, spark advance timing, and emission

systems. The PCM receives information from sensors, then energizes

various actuators to control the engine. The ECM (Engine Control

Module) is another name used for the PCM.

Pending Codes:

Also referred to as Continuous Memory codes and Maturing

Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Pending Codes may be set by emission

related powertrain components and systems. If the fault does not

occur after a certain number of drive cycles, memory erases the code.

PID:

Parameter Identification. Identifies an address in memory which

contains vehicle operating information.

PNP:

Park/Neutral Position. This is a switch that tells the PCM when the gear

shift lever is in the Park or Neutral position. When in Park or Neutral,

the PCM will operate the engine in an “idle” mode.

PROM:

Programmable Read-Only Memory. The PROM contains

programming information the PCM needs to operate a specific vehicle

model/engine combination.

PSPS:

Power Steering Pressure Switch.

Purge Solenoid:

Controls the flow of fuel vapors from the carbon canister to the intake

manifold. The canister collects vapors evaporating from the fuel tank,

preventing them from escaping to the atmosphere and causing

pollution. During warm engine cruise conditions, the PCM energizes

the Purge Solenoid so the trapped vapors are drawn into the engine

and burned.

PWM:

Pulse Width Modulated.

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QDM:

Quad Driver Module.

RAM:

Random Access Memory.

Relay:

An electromechanical device in which connections in one circuit are

switched.

Reluctance Sensor:

A type of sensor typically used to measure crankshaft or camshaft

Speed and/or position, driveshaft speed, and wheel speed.

ROM:

Read-Only Memory. Permanent programming information stored

inside the PCM, containing the information the PCM needs to operate

a specific vehicle model/engine combination.

RPM:

Revolutions Per Minute.

SAE:

Society of Automotive Engineers.

Scan Tool:

A device that interfaces and communicates Diagnostic Trouble Codes,

plus other valuable information for troubleshooting a vehicle through

a data link.

SDM:

Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Sensor x:

A standard term used to identify the location of oxygen sensors.

Sensor 1 is located upstream of the catalytic converter. See O2S,

Bank 1, Bank 2.

Sensor:

Any device that reports information to the PCM. The job of the sensor

is to convert a parameter such as engine temperature into an electrical

signal that the PCM can understand.

SFI or SEFI:

Sequential Fuel Injection or Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection. A fuel

injection system that uses one or more injectors for each cylinder. The

injectors are mounted in the intake manifold and are fired individually.

Solenoid:

A device consisting of an electrical coil which when energized,

produces a magnetic field in a plunger, which is pulled to a central

position. A solenoid may be used as an actuator in a valve or switch.

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STFT:

Short Term Fuel Trim.

STS:

Service Throttle Soon.

TAC:

Throttle Actuator Control.

TBI:

Throttle Body Injection. A fuel injection system having one or more

injectors mounted in a centrally located throttle body, as opposed to

positioning the injectors close to an intake valve port. Central Fuel

Injection (CFI) is another name for TBI on some vehicles.

TCC:

Torque Converter Clutch.

TCM:

Transmission Control Module.

TCS:

Traction Control System for PCM and brakes.

TDC:

Top Dead Center. When a piston is at its uppermost position in the

cylinder.

TFP:

Transmission Fluid Pressure.

TFT:

Transmission Fluid Temperature (Sensor.)

Throttle Body:

A device which performs the same function as a carburetor in a fuel

injection system. On a throttle body injection (TBI) system, the throttle

body is both the air door and the location of the fuel injectors. On port

fuel injection systems (PFI, MPFI, SFI, etc.), the throttle body is simply

an air door. Injectors receive fuel as each intake port activates. In each

case, the throttle body is attached to the accelerator pedal.

TPS:

Throttle Position Sensor. Potentiometer-type sensor connected to the

throttle shaft. Its voltage signal output increases as the throttle opens.

The PCM uses this signal to control many systems such as idle speed,

spark advance, fuel delivery, etc.

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Traction Assist:

Assist in traction with brakes only.

TTS:

Transmission Temperature Sensor. A resistance sensor mounted in

the transmission housing in contact with the transmission fluid. It

sends a voltage signal to the PCM indicating the temperature of the

transmission.

VECI:

Vehicle Emission Control Information. A decal located in the engine

compartment containing information about the emission control

systems found on the vehicle. The VECI is the authoritative source for

determining whether a vehicle is OBD II compliant.

VIN:

Vehicle Identification Number. This is the factory-assigned vehicle

serial number. This number is stamped on a number of locations

throughout the vehicle, but the most prominent location is on top of the

dashboard on the driver’s side, visible from outside the car. The VIN

includes information about the car, including where it was built, body

and engine codes, options, and a sequential build number.

VSS:

Vehicle Speed Sensor. Sends a frequency signal to the PCM. The

frequency increases as the vehicle moves faster to give the PCM

vehicle speed information used to determine shift points, engine load,

and cruise control functions.

VTD:

Vehicle Theft Deterrent.

Warm-up Cycle:

Warm-up cycle is when the engine coolant temperature rises at least

40 degrees above that at engine start up.

WOT:

Wide-Open Throttle. The vehicle operating condition brought about

when the throttle is completely (or nearly) open. The PCM will typically

deliver extra fuel to the engine and de-energize the A/C compressor

at this time for acceleration purposes. The PCM uses a switch or the

Throttle Position Sensor to identify the WOT condition.

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Appendix B – Global PID’s

Global PID Definitions

All global parameter identification data (PID) listed were verified on

actual vehicles to guarantee accuracy. It is possible that some newer

vehicles may contain data different from that listed. Always refer to

vehicle service manual for manufacturer specific PIDs.

Remember, always refer to a vehicle service manual for detailed

diagnostic procedures when troubleshooting PID values.

Types of Data Parameters

INPUT: These data parameters are obtained from sensor

circuit outputs. Sensor circuit outputs are inputs

to vehicles PCM. For example, if Oxygen Sensor

circuit was generating a 400mV signal, then

AutoScanner® would read O2S (v).40.

OUTPUT: These data parameters are outputs or

commands that come directly from computer

module(s). For example, the ignition spark

advance is controlled by PCM, on most vehicles,

monitoring this PID shows spark output from

PCM.

CALCULATED These data parameters are calculated after

VALUE: analyzing various inputs to the vehicles computer

module(s). For example, the engine load. The

PCM calculates this from sensor inputs and

displays in a percentage.

PCM VALUE: Information that is stored in the computer

module(s) memory and determined to be useful

to service technician. An example of this is

TROUBLE CODE values, the DTC that caused a

freeze frame capture.

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Global Data Parameter List:

NOTE: Several different causes can have the same parameter

indication. For information on diagnostics consult vehicle service

manuals.

NOTE: Tool will ONLY display the PID’s the vehicle supports.

Absolute Evap System Vapor Pressure

Absolute Load Value

Absolute Throttle Position X

Air Flow Rate

Alcohol Fuel Percentage

Ambient Air Temperature

Barometric Pressure

Catalyst Temp BankX SensorX

Commanded EGR

Commanded Equivalence Ratio

Commanded Evap Purge

Commanded Secondary Air Status

Commanded Throttle Actuator Control

Control Module Voltage

Coolant Temp

Distance Since Codes Cleared

Distance Since MIL Active

DTC that caused freeze frame data storage

EGR Error

Engine RPM

Equivalence ratio (Bx-Sy)

Evap Vapor Press

Fuel Level Input

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Fuel Pressure

Fuel Rail pressure (gauge)

Fuel Rail pressure (mnfld)

Fuel System X

Ignition Timing Adv

Intake Air Temp

Load Value

Long Term Fuel Trim X

Long Term Secondary O2S Fuel Trim Bank X

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Status

MAP Sensor

O2Sxx

Power Take Off

Relative Throttle Position

Short Term Fuel Trim (Bx-Sy)

Short Term Fuel TrimX

Short Term Secondary O2S Fuel Trim Bank X

Throttle Position

Time run by the engine while MIL is ON

Time since DTCs cleared

Time Since Engine Start

Type of fuel being utilized by the vehicle

Vehicle Speed

Warmups Since Codes Cleared

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Technical Service

If you have any questions about the operation of the product, call (800) 228-7667.

SPX Corporation Limited Warranty

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO ORIGINAL RETAIL

BUYERS OF SPX ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS (“UNITS”).

SPX Units are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one

year (12 months) from date of delivery. This warranty does not cover any Unit

that has been abused, altered, used for a purpose other than that for which it

was intended, or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use.

The sole and exclusive remedy for any Unit found to be defective is repair or

replacement, the option of SPX. In no event shall SPX be liable for any direct,

indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages (including lost profit)

whether based on warranty, contract, tort or any other legal theory. The

existence of a defect shall be determined by SPX in accordance with

procedures established by SPX. No one is authorized to make any statement or

representation altering the terms of this warranty.

DISCLAIMER

THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY,

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

SOFTWARE

Unit software is proprietary, confidential information protected under copyright

law. Users have no right in or title to Unit software other than a limited right of

use revocable by SPX. Unit software may not be transferred or disclosed

without written consent of SPX. Unit software may not be copied except in

ordinary backup procedures.

TO USE YOUR WARRANTY

If you need to return the unit, please follow this procedure:

1) Call SPX Corporation Technical Support at 1-(800) 228-7667. Our Tech-

nical Service Representatives are trained to assist you.

2) Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. For this reason we

ask that you retain your sales receipt.

3) In the event that product needs to be returned, the Technical Service Rep-

resentative will provide you with the address where you can send the unit.

You will need to provide us with a contact name, daytime phone number,

and a description of the problem.

4) If possible, return the product in its original package with cables and acces-

sories.

5) Include your return address on the outside of the package and send the

unit to the address provided by your Technical Service Representative.

6) You will be responsible for shipping charges in the event that your repair

is not covered by warranty.

OUT OF WARRANTY REPAIR

If you need product repaired after your warranty has expired, please call Techni-

cal Support at (800) 228-7667.

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