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1. Genisys User Guide Genisys Next Generation information system 4 N y box Diagnostic Too ormation Repair infor 3 Quick Start Tutorial t System Setup IMPORTANT NOTICES SAFETY DEFINITIONS Follow all DANGER WARNING IMPORTANT and Note messages in this manual These safety messages are defined and formatted as follows A DANGER or WARNING Means you risk bodily harm and or possible loss of life IMPORTANT Means the information demands special attention or that you risk damage to the vehicle or the tool NOTE Provide clarity and helpful tips The safety messages cover situations SPX is aware of SPX cannot know evaluate or advise you as to all of the possible hazards You must be certain that any conditions or service procedures encountered do not jeopardize your personal safety COPYRIGHTS No part of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of SPX Microsoft and Microsoft Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Windows screen captures may be used for instructional purposes This document may also include other tradenames and trademarks of SPX Corporation and other companies DISCLAIMER All information illustrations and specifications contained
2. M L KS ka o Figure 1 4 Scan Tool Back View 1 A Stand flips out for setting the scan tool in an upright position Add On Module Compartment holds an add on hardware module such as the Cartridge Reader Scope and Gas M P modules Hardware Interface Port HIP with access door with door open provides communication between the scan tool and a connected hardware module Security Straps one on each side fit around hands for easier use and to protect against dropping Battery Compartment and Cover holds a rechargable nickel metal hydrate NiMH battery pack Scan Tool User Guide I General Information Component Descriptions Top View Side Views Figure 1 5 Scan Tool Top View 1 Scan Tool User Guide On Off Button turns the scan tool on and off When using external power the scan tool stays on until you turn it off When using internal battery power the scan tool turns off automatically after a set time see Unit Defaults in Adjust Default Settings on page 12 Infrared Communication Window communicates with peripheral wireless devices such as a printer RS 232 Serial Port connects the PC serial cable DB25 Pin Port connects the vehicle DLC cable Universal Serial Bus USB Port connects peripheral devices such as wireless communication printers and portable USB Drives Figure 1 6 Scan Tool Side Views External Power Port connects the 12
3. Applications on page 13 e GM SPS Reprogramming applications is for pro gramming of GM vehicle control units Refer to the separate manual provided with the GS SPS Repro gramming application e Cartridge Reader Module is for using programs contained on a cartridge and inserted into the top of the Cartridge Reader module Refer to Insert Cartridge optional on page 12 Scan Tool User Guide I General Information software Descriptions Repair Information Applications When you select Repair Information from the Appli cation Manager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the Repair Information screen appears as shown below Repar Intormation Programs Available RepairTrac 2005 Fast Fixes 2005 Code Library InfoTech 2005 2005 Dom 22005 Asian S Fast Fixes d Contrast Figure 1 20 Repair Information Screen Classic User Interface This screen contains options for using the following software applications e Repair Trac contains repair instructions for hard to diagnose pattern failures on vehicles with 50 000 or more miles Simply enter the vehicle information and then view the data Refer to Repair Trac on page 49 e Fast Fixes contains vehicle specific repair solutions for many likely or overlooked causes of component problems Simply enter the vehicle information and then view the data Refer to Fast Fixes on page 50 e Code Library is several databases that contain vehi cle specific lists
4. EP 2005 Asian Figure 15 1 Application Manager and System Setup Screens 4 Select the item to adjust and press the ENTER key 5 Refer to the following sections USB Drive Tool Update next column e Contrast Adjust on page 70 e Printer Selection on page 71 e Printer Header on page 71 e Unit Defaults on page 72 e Revision Levels on page 72 e Dial Up Settings on page 72 e Technical Support on page 73 e User Interface Selection on page 73 e Color Scheme Selection on page 73 e Function Key Assignments on page 73 e Hardware Tests on page 74 e Language on page 74 e Disk Usage on page 74 e File System Check on page 74 Scan Tool User Guide USB Drive Tool Update The USB Drive Tool Update function lets you update the scan tool software with files on a USB drive NOTE For complete tool update instructions refer to NGIS Software Application Installation and Updates OTC p n 534168 1 Turn the scan tool off and insertthe USB drive entirely into the USB port 2 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 3 Select USB Drive Tool Update and press the ENTER key The tool starts checking the portable USB drive and displays a Please Wait message screen 4 Wait while the tool checks for update files on the portable USB drive and for the next USB Drive Tool Update screen to appear USB Drive Tool U pdate The Update button vell start the install
5. System Readiness Test 2 Not All Supported Tests Are Complete 3 Quick Tests QUICE TEST RESULTS 4 d OK Readiness Test Mode 1 AfC Sys Refrigerant Ready Catalyst Ready 5 Comprehensive Comp EGR System Evaporative System Fuel System Heated Catalyst Misfire Monitor Ready Not Ready Ready Ready Ready Ready E E Print Figure 3 16 System Readiness Test Message Screen and Quick Test Results Screen Scan Tool User Guide 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection Ifthe System Readiness Test Not all supported tests are complete message appears press the OK func tion key to continue The screen displays the message Performing Quick Tests and then displays the Quick Tests results screen shown above NOTE Ifthe system tests are not complete press the EXIT key twice to return to the Required Cable illustration screen Then start the vehicle drive it around for a few minutes leave the engine running and press the scan tool s ENTER key to run the tests again Use the Up and Down Direction keys to scroll through the test results Optionally print the test results Refer to Printing on page 5 After viewing the Quick Test results press the ENTER key Continue with Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function on page 20 19 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function After you c
6. Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes Pathfinder Vehicle Info Special Tests Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes EGEO Selt Test self Diagnostics Options Clear Codes Figure 7 28 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Diagnostic Trouble Codes Screen 1 With the Diagnostic Menu screen displayed select Diagnostic Codes and press the ENTER key This displays the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen shown above 2 Select Review Codes and press the ENTER key Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Review Codes ECQEG On Demand KOEO Keep Alive ECER Figure 7 29 Review Codes Select Screen 3 If the Review Codes Select screen appears select one of the following options and then press the ENTER key to display the codes Otherwise skip this step e KOEO on Demand displays DTCs detected at the time of a KOEO test also called hard fault codes e KOEO Keep Alive displays DTCs stored in the ECU before a KOEO test also called current codes e KOER displays codes from a KOER test NOTE Ifthere are no codes to display a message screen States that the code library is empty Press the OK function key to continue System Pass IAT Circuit Lower Than Mmmnum Mot IAT Circuit Higher Than Maximum Volt din Print Figure 7 30 Review Codes Screen 4 View the list and optionally print it 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens NOTE Aft
7. refer to Custom Datastream on page 33 e Select Integrated Scan Gas to view exhaust gas readings CO CO2 HC 02 NOX AFR along with the sensor and switch datastream readings For details refer to Integrated Diag nostics Scan Gas on page 35 e Select Diagnostic Trouble Codes to view and clear diagnostic trouble codes set by the vehi cle ECU s For details refer to Diagnostic Trouble Codes on page 37 e Select Pathfinder to view vehicle specific information such as DTC descriptions TSBs component locations etc For details refer to Pathfinder on page 49 e Select Vehicle Information to view vehicle specific information such as TSBs specifica tions component locations etc For details refer to Vehicle Info on page 55 e Select PROM ID to view the ID number for the selected ECUs programmable read only memory PROM For details refer to e Select Diagnostic States GM to place a vehi cle in special test modes states For details refer to Diagnostic States GM on page 59 e Select Post Collision Tests Air Bag to view instructions for testing air bags after repair s For details refer to Post Collision Test Airbag on page 61 e Select Special Tests to perform special diag nostic tests by manually controlling system components For details refer to Special Tests on page 63 A WARNING Before performing any diagnostic functions refer to the Safety Precautions and instruc tions provid
8. 3 Use the Left or Right Direction keys to move backward or forward through the data frame by frame 4 When finished press the EXIT key to return to the normal screen display and to resume reading data Scan Tool User Guide 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Pathfinder The Pathfinder function on the Datastream screen s More menu provides quick access to the Pathfinder software s menu options With these menu options you can view vehicle specific information such as DTC descriptions technical service bulletin TSB references vehicle specifications ECU component location s and brake bleed procedures You can also use this function to access the Repair Trac or Fast Fixes software from within the software To access the Pathfinder menu options from the Datastream screen follow these steps Pathfinder E Ss Print ABS Ignition Yalts 144 ABS Stop Off CL Zoom ABS Warning Lamp On a ena Battery Yolts 1 1 Sort Brake Switch Off Brake Switch Circuit Ok Metric Units Brake Telltale State Off Brake Telltale Circuit Open 209 LED Bar Frame 1 Press Lett Arrow for Fr E Record Analog ToTop More Hide Analog Figure 4 12 Datastream Screen Pathfinder Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed press the More function key 2 If necessary use the Up or Down Direction key to select the Pathfinder function 3 Press the ENTER key This displays the Pathfinder screen P
9. Diagnostic Trouble Codes Menu Screen 3 Select Clear Codes and press the ENTER key This displays an instruction screen similar to those shown in Figure 7 33 48 Clear Codes A Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes Are you sure Ford MECS ABS Clear Codes Key off jumper Check Conn GAR GB wire pins start Engine Check warning light lit Wait 1 2 Secs vd DK Cancel Erase Procedure Disconnect pin L from ground Repeat 3 times in 12 seconds E Pririt Figure 7 33 Clear Codes Instruction Screen Examples 4 Follow the instructions on each screen that appears until the procedure is complete NOTE lfa screen has instructions but no function keys press the ENTER key to continue 5 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 6 If the procedure provided instructions for manually clearing the codes or an Erase Procedure use the instructions to clear the flash codes from the vehicle 7 Check the codes again If any codes remain repeat the Clear Codes steps Make sure the vehicle s ignition key is in the On Run position and the engine is off NOTE GM supplemental inflatable restraint SIR code 52 which indicates the air bag has been deployed cannot be cleared All other codes clear and the SIR dash warn ing light turns off Scan Tool User Guide Pathfinder The Pathfinder function lets you access the Path finder Quick Path software functions from within the Sc
10. E Print Figure 8 6 Specifications Screen 3 View the specifications and optionally print them Refer to Print on page 28 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide 8 Pathfinder Specifications Component Location The Component Location option lets you view a description of the computer and connector locations for a vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Component Location and press the ENTER key This displays the Component Location screen Computer Location Fuse Box Location Figure 8 7 Component Location Screen 3 Selecta component and press the ENTER key e Connector Location DLC location e Computer Location ECU location s e Fuse Box Location fuse box location s Assembly line diagnostic link under Under passenger s seat dash La Print E Print Figure 8 8 Component Location Screen Examples 4 View the description and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 51 8 Pathfinder Brake Bleed Procedure ABS Brake Bleed Procedure ABS Brake Bleed Sequence ABS The Brake Bleed Procedure option lets you view The Brake Bleed Sequence option lets you view a instructions for bleeding a vehicle s brakes description of the correct sequence for bleeding a 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49
11. ENTER key A padlock icon appears on the left side of the line ABS Hela amp ABS Warning Light amp Brake Fluid Brake Switch Brake Warm Lamp Cmd EBCH Batt Yoltage b f EBCH Ign Yoltage b f LF ABS Motor Command 4 3 Amp Reverse A LF ABS Motor Direct amp LF ABS Motor Feedback q Amp LF Solenoid Cmd Off LF Wheel Speed 100 mph Press Left Arrow for Freeze Frame WO LED t ToTop Frame 1 Record Figure 4 9 Datastream Screen Sensor Lock Function 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each line to lock NOTE The lines remain locked for the selected vehicle until you unlock them even if you exit the software 4 To unlock a locked line select the locked line and then press the ENTER key see steps 1 and 2 26 To Top The To Top function lets you move a selected data line to the top of the Datastream screen NOTE You can also use the Sort function to rearrange the data lines For details refer to Sort on page 29 To move a data line to the top of the screen follow these steps ABS Ignition Yolts ABS Stop ABS YV arning Lamp Battery Yolts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Brake Telltale Command Brakes Available Enable Relay Command Frame 1 Record Press Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame AA Graph T ToTop More Figure 4 10 Datastream Screen To Top Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed use the Up or Down Direction
12. Header Figure 15 9 Unit Defaults Screen 3 Use the Up and Down Direction keys to select the item to set from the far left column e Date sets the date in the scan tool as month date and year e Time sets the time in the scan tool as hours minutes and seconds 24 hour clock e Units sets the units of measure as English or Metric e Auto Shutdown sets the amount of time the scan tool stays on before shutting off automat ically only when using internal battery power This is the amount of time since the last key press The setting can be made for between 5 and 60 minutes in 5 minute increments e Beep turns the audible beep on or off e Print Header turns the print header function on or off Refer to Printer Header on page 71 4 Press the Right Direction key once to move to the edit box 5 Use the Up or Down Direction key to select an option for the box 6 For Date and Time repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter the entire date or time 7 Use the Left Direction key to go to the far left column 8 Repeat steps 3 through 7 until all the settings are made 9 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 72 Revision Levels The Revision Levels function displays software version numbers for use when calling technical support 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Revision Levels and press the ENTER key Revi
13. Printer Header Dame9860 Address Some ddrezz Address Some Address 2 hMezzagel Mettage number 1 Messages Messages Figure 15 8 Printer Header Screen 3 Use the Up and Down Direction keys to select Name Address or Message 4 Press the Right Direction key once to move to the first edit box 5 Use the Up and Down Direction keys to select a character for the box NOTE To remove a character and leave a box blank select the character that is blank it is between 0 and A 6 Press the Right Direction key to select the next box NOTE Pressing the Left Direction key selects the previous box 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the line is entered as you want it 8 Repeatedly press either the Left or Right Direction key to return to the Name Address or Message box 9 Repeat steps 3 through 8 until all the information is entered 10 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 71 15 System Setup Unit Defaults Unit Defaults The Unit Defaults function lets you set the date time units of measure and automatic shut down time It also lets you turn the audible beep and print header functions on or off 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Unit Defaults and press the ENTER key Unit Defaults Use UP ONYLEFTARIGHT Keys to Navigate Jul 17 2004 Time 23 23 26 Units Metric Auto shutdown 0 Beep Un Printer
14. Self Test is a key on engine off DTC reading function that lets you read MECS slow codes without descriptions for the selected ECU NOTE This test may require special cables and adapters 1 Followthe steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to start the self test A Press OK to perform test Ford MECS KOEO Slow Codes Turn ignition on Do not start engine Codes detected are No codes After you turn ignition on wait 1 min to see any codes are detected If no codes detected then self test has passed with no codes Exit Figure 7 9 Information or Instruction Screens 2 Several instruction screens appear Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to answer any questions Do this until the Test completed screen appears Ford MECS KOEO Slow Codes Test completed Ford MECS KOEO Slow Codes Codes detected are 184 28 128 184 28 Wait Exit Time remaining in seconds 1 Exit Figure 7 10 Read Codes Test and Instruction Screens A Press the Exit function key and wait for the Diagnostic Menu screen to appear NOTE Use the Review Codes function to view a list of any codes that were read For details refer to Review Codes on page 47 Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Self Diagnostics Ford Mazda The Self Diagnostic function lets you manually acti vate system tests that check for DTC
15. Tutorial 3 Select Playback and then press the ENTER key This displays the Events to Playback screen Events to Playback Select Event mj G M 1990 15959 Ls 1991 Buick Regal ENGINE PCM Mon Nov 11 2002 17 21 DM 17930 1999 La 1996 Pontiac Car Grand Am 485 With VES Mon Noy 11 2002 17 19 Ki Ford 2000 2002 A4 2002 Ford Car Crown Victoria ABS 4465 Mon Noy 11 2002 17 18 Ki Save Delete To Top Figure 14 2 Events to Playback Screen NOTE The Events to Playback list holds 25 recordings When the list is full old recordings automatically delete as you make new recordings To prevent a recording from being automatically deleted highlight the recording and press the Save function key This places a disk icon to the left of the file name and saves the recording until you delete it Use the Delete function key to delete a selected recording Scan Tool User Guide 4 Select the recorded event to replay and press the ENTER key The events are identified by the vehicle description date and time of the recording The recorded event displays on either the DTC display screen or the Datastream screen depending on the type of recording Fault Codes or Live Data Engine RPM spark Advance Program Idle Air Control nd Gear Status Frame 1 Figure 14 3 Playback Screen 5 Ifthe Datastream screen displays use the Left and Right Direction keys to view the data The Frame
16. Units and Metric Units The name of the option represents the units of measure that will appear after you select the option A Press the ENTER key This displays the data in the selected units of measure 30 Show Hide LED Bar The Show Hide LED Bar function on the Datas tream screen e More menu lets you displays or remove a row of LED readings directly above the status line and function keys The LED readings are for a predefined set of frequently monitored switches To show or hide the LED bar follow these steps 25 MPH Reached Ign ABS Active ABS Relay Command ZA Print ABS Warm Lamp Battery Volts 2 42 Zoom Brake Sw Ign Cycle No Brake Switch Open sort Brake Warm Lamp Cmmd Off Brke Warm Lamp Off sene Lais Ignition Yoltage 2 A2 LF ABS Motor Command 14 5 LF ABS Motor Direct Revel Frame 1 Press Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame E Record AA Graph T ToTop More Pathfinder Show LED Bar Hide Analog Figure 4 21 Datastream Screen Show Hide LED Bar Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed press the MORE function key 2 Use the Down Direction key to select the Show LED Bar or Hide LED Bar function NOTE This name of this menu option changes each time you select it It changes back and forth between Show LED Bar and Hide LED Bar Show LED Bar displays the LED bar and Hide LED Bar removes it 3 Press the ENTER key See Figure 4 22 on page 31 Scan Tool User Guide ABS Ignition olt
17. 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 the written consent of SPX Unit software may not be copied except in ordinary backup procedures ORDER INFORMATION Replacement and optional parts can be ordered directly from your SPX authorized tool supplier Your order should include the following information e quantity e part number e item description Technical Service If you have any questions on the operation of the product please call 800 533 6127 Repair Service When sending your SPX electronic product in for repair please include the following information company name contact name telephone number description of the problem proof of purchase for warranty repairs preferred method of payment for non warranty repairs For non warranty repairs payment can be made with Visa Master Card or with approved credit terms To receive a credit application please fax your request to the Credit Department at 800 962 8734 Send the unit to SPX Service Solutions RGA Repair Dept 2300
18. applica tions The Fast Fixes software contains vehicle specific repair solutions for many likely or over looked causes of component problems NOTE You can also access the Fast Fixes software from the scan tool s Repair Information menu If you do this you will need to enter the vehicle information again 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Fast Fixes and press the ENTER key Fast Fix 1996 Pontiac Grand AM SE 2 4L Select Category Braking Steering Suspension Problems 2 HWAC Problems Fast Fix 1996 Pontiac Grand AM SE 2 4L Select Symptom Engine Performar rake Pedal Low Or Spongy Most Likely Causes Starting Charging Fast Fix 1996 Pontiac Grand AM SE 2 4L Select Component Brake Pedal Low Or Sponc False ABS Activation Mo iene eee E False ABS Activation Mo f Brake Line Rear Brake Shoe Brake Hose Figure 8 3 Fast Fix Select Category Screen 3 Several screens appear for selecting a category symptom and component From each screen select an item and then press the ENTER key Do this until the Fast Fix Symptoms and Causes screen appears 1996 Pontiac Grand AM SE 2 4L CATEGORY Braking Steering Suspension Problems SYMPTOM Brake Pedal Low Or Spongy Most Likely Causes Figure 8 4 Fast Fix Symptoms and Causes Screen 4 View the description and optionally print
19. engine light off longer than on indi cates lean running engine light on and off equal times indicates ideal running engine 14 7 to 1 air fuel ratio 59 NOTES 60 Scan Tool User Guide 12 Post Collision Test Airbag The Post Collision Test function is a preset test for testing air bags after repair NOTE To perform a Post Collision Test follow these steps 1 Perform the steps in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to enter the vehicle informa tion and display the Diagnostic Menu screen Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes Post Collision Test Figure 12 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen NOTE For some vehicles the Post Collision Test option may be available only after first selecting Diagnostic Codes The option then appears on the Diagnostic Trou ble Codes menu screen 2 Select Post Collision Test and press the ENTER key This displays an instruction screen Post Collision Test G Visually inspect and replace any components as per manufacturer s recommendations Press ENTER to continue Figure 12 2 Post Collision Test Screen 3 Read the screen follow the instructions and press the ENTER key 4 After this several instruction screens appear Read the screens and follow all instructions Do this until the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen appears Scan Tool User Guide Diagnostic Trouble Codes Fead Codes Clear Codes Fost Collisio
20. it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 50 TSB References The TSB References option lets you look up the numbers and titles of technical service bulletins for a vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 N Select TSB References and press the ENTER key This displays the TSB References Select TSB screen 3 Selecta TSB to view and press the ENTER key to display a description of the TSB shown below TSB References 43 50 01 43 50 124 91 05 03 91 05 05 91 05 14 31 08 52 TSB Number 33 50 14 TSB Reference Title Information On Powermaster Ill Brake System With Anti lock Brake System d n Print Figure 8 5 TSB Selection Screen and TSB Reference Screen 4 View the description and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide Specifications The Specifications option lets you view tune up engine and system specifications for a vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Specifications and press the ENTER key to display the Specifications screen Specifications Lug Nut Torque 103 Pound Foot Brake Fluid Dot 3 Front Sensor Air Gap 0 019 0 066 Inches Front Sensor Resistance 1500 2000 Ohms mi
21. l an item to include in the display To use the custom datastream function follow these steps b Press the ENTER key A check mark appears in the box on the left side of the item 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen M ABS Warning Light TT Brake Switch M Brake Fluid M Brake Warn Lamp Cmd Select M DTC Current Codes TT EBCM Ign Voltage W 7 EBCM Batt Voltage Y LE ABS Motor Command Amp TT LF ABS Motor Direct FT LF ABS Motor Feedback Amp EZ LEE rw xj Diagnostic Menu Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes Post Collision Test Pathfinder Vehicle Info Select All Clear All View Data Special Tests Figure 5 3 Custom Datastream Selection Screen after selections c Repeata and b for each item to include in the display Figure 5 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen NOTE To deselect an item select the item again 2 Select Custom Datastream and press the ENTER and press the ENTER key Optionally use the key This displays the Custom Datastream selection screen TT ABS Warning Light T Brake Switch TT Brake Fluid TT Brake Warn Lamp Cmd IT DTC Current Codes TT EBCM Ign Voltage W 7 EBCM Batt Voltage Y Select All and Clear All function keys to select or deselect all of the items at once When finished selecting data items press the View Data function key to display the selected items on the Dat
22. of diagnostic trouble codes DTCs and their names Simply enter the vehicle information and view the DTC descriptions e InfoTech is a database of component and vehicle repair and test instructions For a complete descrip tion refer to the separate manual provided with the InfoTech application I General Information software Descriptions Diagnostic Toolbox Applications When you select Diagnostic Toolbox from the Appli cation Manager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the Diagnostic Toolbox screen appears as shown below Diagnostic Toolbox Programs Available Remote Display scope Multimeter Scope with InfoTech 2005 Gas M P Conneclech 2005 Dom 222005 Asian S Fast Fixes d Contrast Figure 1 21 Diagnostic Toolbox Screen Classic User Interface This screen contains options for using the following software applications e Remote Display with the scan tool connected to a PC displays scan tool screens on the PC e Scope Multimeter is for using the scan tool along with the Scope add on module and special probes to do oscilloscope tests multimeter tests and special component and vehicle system tests Refer to the separate Scope Multimeter User Guide e Scope with InfoTech is for using the scan tool along with the Scope add on module and special probes to do oscilloscope tests multimeter tests and special component and vehicle system tests This is the Scope Multimeter software application integrated wi
23. print header functions on or off e Revision Levels view software version numbers e Dial Up Settings set up IP addresses for commu nication wired or wireless between the scan tool and a PC or external device e Technical Support view technical support informa tion e User Interface Selection set the scan tool main screens to display options as either icons or menus e Color Scheme Selection set the color of the background and text that appears on the screens e Function Key Assignment assign specific applications to the function keys at the bottom of the Application Manager screen e Hardware Tests test the LCD screen keypad keys and beeper view the time clock for the scan tool and the scan tool s serial number e Language set the default language for the scan tool software e Disk Usage view details about the scan tool memory size and usage e File System Check test the file system on the memory card s For more information Refer to Setup and System setup chapters I General Information software Descriptions Quick Start Tutorial When you select Quick Start Tutorial from the Application Manager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the first tutorial screen appears as shown below Quick Start Tutorial 1 Enter Vehicle Information 2 Connect the Vehicle Adapter Cable A Select Test Data Stream Sensor and Switch Graphing Diagnostic Codes View Diagnostic Trou
24. the Options screen Output State Idle dir Adjust Wiggle Test Figure 7 17 Options Screen and Wiggle Test Screen 2 Select Wiggle Test and press the ENTER key to display the Wiggle Test screen shown above 3 Select either KOEO or KOER to do the test with the key on and the engine either off KOEO or running KOER 4 Ifyou select KOER start the vehicle s engine 5 Press the ENTER key This displays an instruction screen Figure 7 18 on page 43 Ford KDEO Wiggle Test G If faults are detected during wiggle test perform KOEO test ve ppp Figure 7 18 Wiggle Test Instruction Screen 6 Press the OK function key to continue Several instruction screens appear 7 Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to answer any questions Do this until the test screen appears Figure 7 19 on page 44 43 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Ford KOEO Wiggle Test Move tap and wiggle harness connectors and sensors NO FAULT DETECTED Ford KOEO Wiggle Test Move tap and wiggle harness connectors and sensors FAULT DETECTED TERRA Exit Figure 7 19 Wiggle Test Screens No Fault and Fault Detected e JE 8 With the test screen displayed manually wiggle the vehicle wires and connections or drive the vehicle to recreate a suspected intermittent failure condition Ifa fault is detected the message FAULT D
25. the screen you step 5 and then step 7 can alternatively press the function key to start the e To reuse saved information for a vehicle application already tested go to step 6 and then step 7 14 Scan Tool User Guide 5 To enter new information for a vehicle do the following a Select the vehicle manufacturer and press the ENTER key This displays the selected vehicle description in the top part of the screen and changes the middle part of the screen to the next screen of a series of screens as shown below NOTE The screens shown below are only exam ples The screens that actually appear are different for each vehicle Vehicle Identification ii Year Range 10thVIN Vehicle Identfication Gm 1990 1999 La Year 10th VIN 1988 1989 Buick Cadillac Chevrolet GM of Canada GMC Geo Oldsmobile Pontiac New 4 Reue Ir Cemo Figure 3 6 Vehicle Information Series of Screens Classic User Interface b On each screen that appears select the correct option and then press the ENTER key Do this until the complete vehicle information is entered and the illustration of the required cables appears as shown in Step 7 NOTE On the Vehicle Information screens you can press the Demo function key to display demonstration data in the software The Demo function stays on until you press the function key again to turn it off When the Demo function is on a checkmark appears in the box on the fun
26. time DT C s occurred e DTC Status information about DTCs that have occurred a predetermined number of times such as pass or fail this ignition cycle times failed etc 5 Do one of the following e Ifthe DTC Information screen appears Figure 7 5 go to step 6 e If the Failure Records Selection screen appears Go to Failure Records GM Saturn Isuzu on page 44 e Ifthe GM DTC Status Selection screen appears Go to DTC Status GM Saturn Isuzu on page 45 NOTE If there are no DTCs a message appears to tell you this DTC Information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Codes P0100 SEE SERVICE MANUAL SITE MAF System Pertornance Ed MAF Sensor Circuit Low Frequency d n Print Figure 7 5 DTC Information Screen NOTE GM codes are generally listed as A B C or D in order of importance for repair 6 View the DTC list and optionally print it NOTE For some vehicles the DTC Information screen has a Pathfinder function key This function key lets you access the Pathfinder function from within the scan diagnostic application For details refer to 8 Pathfinder on page 49 7 When finished viewing the list use the EXIT key to return to previous screens NOTE Use the Clear Codes function to erase the codes from a vehicles ECU For details refer to Clear Codes on page 48 Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Freeze Frame OBD II The Freeze Frame function let
27. to Vehicle s brakes display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to 2 Select Brake Bleed Procedure and press the display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 ENTER key to display the Brake Bleed Procedure 2 Select Brake Bleed Sequence and press the ENTER screen key to display the Brake Bleed Sequence screen Brake Bleed Procedure Brake Bleed Sequence Right Front Left Front Right Rear Left Rear Manual Bleed Pressure Bleed Figure 8 9 Brake Bleed Procedure Screen E Print 3 Select either Manual Bleed or Pressure Bleed and EE press the ENTER key This displays either the Manual Figure 8 11 Brake Bleed Sequence Screen Bleed Procedure screen or the Pressure Bleed l o ee Procedure screen 3 View the description and print it if necessary Refer to Print on page 28 Pressure Bleed Procedure For pressure bleeding use a bladder 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens type bleeder tank only such as rotunda brake bleeder 104 00064 or equivalent Warning never exceed 344 kilopascals 50 pounds per square inch pressure in the brake bleeder to prevent injury Bleed longest lines first The bleeder tank should contain enough new brake fluid to complete bleeding operation Use ford Manual Bleed Procedure The primary and secondary diagonal split hydraulic brake systems are individual systems and are bled separately Bleed longest line firs
28. with this procedure To read DTCs follow these steps Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastream Pathfinder Diagnostic Trouble Codes Vehicle Info Special Tests Read Codes KOEO Self Test Self Diagnostics Options Review Codes Clear Codes Figure 7 22 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Diagnostic Trouble Codes Screen 1 With the Diagnostic Menu screen displayed select Diagnostic Codes and press the ENTER key This displays the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen shown above 2 Select Read Codes and press the ENTER key Ford Read Codes Antilock Brake Make sure tester is Ford Read Codes Antilock Brake conn antiloc Turn ignition off Ford Read Codes Antilock Brake vd OK Cancel Turn ignition on vd OK Cancel Do not start engine Time remaining in seconds 118 Exit Figure 7 23 Information or Instruction Screens A Several instruction screens appear Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to answer any questions 4 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens NOTE Refer to Review Codes on page 47 to view a list of codes that were read 45 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Read Flash Codes Use these steps if a vehicle requires that you read diagnostic trouble codes by visually viewing them as flash codes In these steps you identify the vehi cle s flash co
29. ABS Air Bag and Global OBD II applications These applica tions all operate the same but each application covers different groups of vehicles such as US Asian ABS etc e To use the GM SPS Reprogramming application refer to the separate manual provided with the GM SPS Reprogramming application e To connect a Cartridge Reader refer to Insert Cartridge optional on page 12 Scan Tool User Guide To use the scan diagnostic tests you select a test from the Scan Diagnostics screen enter vehicle information into the scan tool connect a communica tion cable between the scan tool and the vehicle s data link connector DLC and then select a diag nostic function The diagnostic functions may include any of the following these vary by vehicle e Datastream view live streaming data for a selected vehicle ECU e Custom Datastream select specific sensors or switches for viewing live data e Integrated Scan Gas with the Gas hardware module connected and the Gas M P applica tion unlocked view exhaust gas readings CO CO2 HC 02 NOX AFR along with live ECU data readings e Diagnostic Trouble Codes view and clear DTC for a selected ECU e Pathfinder view vehicle specific information such as DTC descriptions TSBs component locations etc e Vehicle Information view vehicle specific information such as TSBs specifications component locations etc e PROM ID view the ID number for the selec
30. ACK function key to return to the previous screen Scan Tool User Guide 8 Pathfinder Oil Light Reset Test Procedure Torque Specifications The Torque Specifications option lets you view a diagram and description of torque specifications for the vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Torque Specifications and press the ENTER Torque Specifications Procedure Motes Coat threads with sealant Figure 8 13 Torque Specifications Screen A View the description and print it if necessary Refer to Print on page 28 4 Press the BACK function key to return to the previous screen 53 8 Pathfinder Tune Up Specifications Tune Up Specifications The Tune Up Specifications option lets you view a description of tune up specifications for the vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Tune Up Specifications and press the ENTER key Tune up Speciicatons Select Group Battery Compression Firing Order Fuel Pressure Ignition Coil Injector Resistance bes edici Compression Tune Up Specifications sete fone Minimum psi 100 Variation Limit 0 Notes Lowest cylinder pressure must De more than 02 of highest cylinder pressure Figure 8 14 Tune Up Specifications Screen 3 Select a component group and press the ENTER key This d
31. Analog function NOTE This name of this menu option changes each time you select it It changes back and forth between Hide Analog and Show Analog Hide Analog temporarily removes the gauges and Show Analog displays the gauges again 3 Press the ENTER key 31 4 Datastream Remembered Settings Conflict The Conflict function on the Datastream screen s More menu lets you view detailed information when two or more power control modules PCMs are reading data for the same sensor or actuator but the readings do not match there is a conflict This func tion works only when you are using Global OBD II testing and when one or more lines on the Datas tream screen are red indicating a conflict To view PCM conflicts follow these steps 1 Follow the steps in Basic Datastream Procedure on page 21 to display the Datastream screen 2 Notice if the data for any line s are red If not there are no conflicts Throttle Position Malfunction Ind Lamp Mass Air Flow Metric Units Contlict ka Graph Record ToTop Figure 4 24 More Menu A Press the More function key 4 Select Conflict and press the ENTER key PCM Conflict Display Throttle Position Throttle Position Engine RPM Engine RPH Figure 4 25 PCM Conflict Display Screen 5 The PCM Conflict Display screen lists the conflict item s the PCMs reading the item s and the readings for each PCM Be aware of the following e If there is a smal
32. Applications 0 000 ccc ees 11 Provide Power to Scan TOO isaac ce ei IN NNN ee eee NNN WER eee eee ENN 11 Attach the Hardware Module optional 00 0 cee ees 11 Insert Cartridge ODOM ales snes on AAA A AE ds 12 Adjust Default SCUINGS ii aia Ohne KER eee ee Sed da eh ewan Se dls 12 Scan Diagnostics Applications ccc cece cere cee c eee c ese eese 13 OVEGIVIEWS A eed et ir A A eee a tena bat ee 25 bee bees 13 Test Startup and Vehicle Connection 00 0 cee eee eee 14 Step 1 Enter the Vehicle Information 14 Step 2 Connect the Cable 1 ee eee ee eens 16 Step 3 View the Quick Test Results 19 Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function 0 0 0 0 0 ccc eee nets 20 Datastrca ege Ek Basic Datastream Procedure 000 cee es 21 Datastream FUNCI NS fiers ohne bee AA Pe Oe Ce eee a A a NN 22 FUNCIONS OVENVIEW Eoceno do dora oido ina a iras Sa dd 22 E A EE 22 Graph Analog LED Digitall lt ups ii di A 2k OV ee eB a a 24 Eje Sparen aon a E O AI II ae Nae Ae A aE YY 26 VO MOD EE 26 IS Frame is ii de ti a e a e pl 217 A A A 27 Si dn sees ia eS eet get EE Seca S EEE S ET E A ce a E a ETE T EAEE ee T E 28 LOON ee e ak Ee e a ere sh hi aa th ae ene oh etn dek A AAA 28 SO oe EENEG 29 ENS Mene e EE 30 Snow Hide LED TEE 30 Show dl tee ee DEER 31 CONC curs ee Sere eee aad desea ates ioe Sent e a Gs eas as wa ste EE Ea ae de 32 Remembered SCUINGS uniera 32 BAR de Le EE RE te ae seria roda ta sa
33. Codes 4 Wait for the test to start While the test runs the State of the actuators remains active any special instructions appear on the screen and a timer counts down the time remaining for the test 5 Follow any instructions that appear on the screen and wait for the test to complete When the test is complete the list of DTCs appears on the DTC Information screen NOTE Ifthe DTC list does not appear within 15 seconds press the EXIT key and restart the test KOEO Self Test KOER Self Test B1317 Battery Volt High va va Antenna Not Connected B1317 Battery Volt High ive vane Antenna Not Connected EFI Fuel Tank Press Sens Circuit Open Less Than Two Keys Programmed To PATS EE KAS Fuel Tank Press Sens Circuit Open ai Pa mie Less Than Two Keys Programmed To PATS EE amp Print amp Print Figure 7 14 KOEO and KOER DTC Information Screens NOTE The KOEO DTC list includes previous codes stored in the ECU Current Codes or Keep Alive Codes and codes detected at the time of the test On Demand Codes or Hard Fault Codes 6 View the DTC list and optionally print it 7 When finished viewing the list use the EXIT key to return to previous screens NOTE Use the Review Codes option to view the codes again refer to Review Codes on page 47 To clear the codes refer to Clear Codes on page 48 42 Options Ford The Options function lets you test the function of t
34. Diagnostic Codes Prom ID Diagnostic States Diagnostic States Road Mode Field Service Mode Backup Fuel Mode ALCL Mode Scan Tool User Guide 3 Select a Mode and press the ENTER key The vehicle is in ROAD MODE Press ENTER to continue diagnostics The vehicle is in FIELD SERVICE MODE in ROAD MODE Press EXIT to restore default settings Press EXIT to restore default settings Figure 11 2 Diagnostic States Screens Road Mode and Field Service Mode The vehicle is in ALCL MODE The vehicle is in BACKUP FUEL MODE Press ENTER to continue diagnostics Press EXIT to restore default settings in ALCL MODE Press EXIT to restore default settings Figure 11 3 Diagnostic States Screens Backup Fuel Mode and ALCL Mode 4 Press the ENTER key to set the mode 5 Perform the necessary diagnostic tests 6 Ifyou select Field Service Mode do the following to read the DTCs and the Oxygen O2 sensor state e Toread DTCs turn the vehicle key on engine off and consult the vehicle service manual to interpret the light flashes e To read the oxygen 02 sensor state start the engine and count how many times the check engine light flashes per second one or two and notice if the light is on longer than it is off or vice versa Interpret the flashes as follows one flash per second indicates closed loop and two flashes per second indicates open loop light on longer than off indicates rich running
35. ETECTED appears on the screen as shown above A WARNING Maintain adequate clearance around moving components or belts during testing Moving components and belts can catch loose clothing body parts or test equipment and cause serious damage or personal injury 9 When finished press the Exit function key to complete the test 10 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens NOTE When finished do a KOEO test see Self Diag nostics Ford Mazda on page 41 44 Failure Records GM Saturn Isuzu The Failure Records function lets you view datas tream snapshots that were automatically recorded by the ECU when DTC s occurred By viewing the actual data values from the time of a fault you may be able to determine what caused the fault 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Failure Record Selection screen Failure Record Selection Failure Record 0 Failure Record 1 Failure Record 2 Failure Record 3 Failure Record 4 Failure Record 5 P0100 SEE SERVICE MANUAL Failure Record 6 116394 Engine Speed 16384 rpm TP Sensor 0 Z MA Sensor 218 45 ois Frame 1 Press Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame Figure 7 20 Failure Records Selection Screen and DTC Failure Record Screen 2 Selecta Failure Record to view and press the ENTER key to display snapshot data shown above NOTE Each frame contains a snapshot from when a DTC occurred 3 Use the EXIT key to retur
36. Off Item 2 This area displays the state of the component being read by the ECU The bottom of this area may also contain special test instructions Item 3 The status line displays the current status of the test Item 4 The function keys let you manually control the compo nent as necessary Compare what is commanded by the scan tool to the state of the component being read by the ECU to the actual physical state of the component Scan Tool User Guide Basic Multiple Component Control Screen The following screen is the basic manual control screen for multiple components This screen allows control of more than one component and has a More function key menu for performing additional func tions You select a component and then press the Start function key to begin You then use the On and Off function keys to control the selected component Sart 2 H B Motor Relay Pre Charge Pump On Al Solenoid Off 5A2 Solenoid ToTop Record Metric Units Select DDR 4 MH More Figure 13 4 Multiple Component Control Screen Example Item 1 This area displays the command you have issued through the scan tool On Off Item 2 This area displays the list of components you can control along with the state of each component being read by the ECU Item 3 The status line displays the current status of the test Item A The function keys let you manually control the componentas necessar
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38. Read Codes next column e Review Codes on page 47 e Clear Codes on page 48 Read Codes and Clear Codes shown on the right appear for vehicles that require reading of DTCs by visually viewing them as flash codes Refer to the following sections in this chapter e Read Flash Codes on page 46 e Clear Codes on page 48 NOTE The Scan Diagnostic applications have an auto matic Diagnostic Code Triggered Record function For vehicles with datastream access if a diagnostic fault occurs while you are testing a vehicle the software auto matically alerts you with a screen message and creates a recording for playback To replay these recordings refer to Playback on page 67 NOTE The scan tools Code Library application lets you view a database of vehicle DT Cs For more information refer to Repair Information Applications on page 7 Scan Tool User Guide Read Codes The Read Codes procedure varies for each vehicle being tested This section includes the following Read Codes procedures e Read and Display Codes below this procedure reads and displays the DTCs in one procedure e Read Codes Only page 45 this procedure only reads the DTCs You have to use the Review Codes procedure page 47 to display and view codes after reading them with this procedure e Flash Codes this procedure provides instructions for manually reading DTCs by visually viewing them as flash codes NOTE The System 2 0 scan tool op
39. an Diagnostics applications This option lets you view vehicle specific information for some vehicles NOTE You can also access the Pathfinder functions by doing one of the following e From the Datastream screen press the More function key and select the Pathfinder option For details refer to Pathfinder on page 27 e From the DTC Information screen press the Pathfinder function key For details refer to Read and Display Codes on page 37 Basic Procedure To access the Pathfinder functions follow these steps 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen 2 Select Pathfinder and press the ENTER key to display the Pathfinder screen shown below Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastrest Diagnostic Codes or Read Codes Clear Codes Fost Collision Test Pathfinder Pathfinder Vehicle Info special Tests Repair Trac Fast Fixes TSE Reterences Specifications Component Location Brake Bleed Procedure Brake Bleed Sequence Figure 8 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Pathfinder Screen 3 Select the item to view and press the ENTER key 4 Refer to the remaining sections in this chapter for specific instructions for each option on the Pathfinder screen Scan Tool User Guide Repair Trac The Repair Trac option lets you access the Repair Trac software from within the Scan Diagnostic appli cations The Repair Trac software c
40. and then displays the live data readings Figure 6 3 Scan Tool User Guide 35 6 Integrated Diagnostics Scan Gas GAS CORRELATION TIME SHIFT 2 Please select time shift for Gas readings 10 seconds y Cancel Figure 6 5 Gas Correlation Time Shift Screen c Use the Up or Down Direction key to enter the number of seconds to shift the data this is the number of seconds you counted in step a 10 to 12 seconds is average d Press the OK function key to display the shifted data readings 6 Notice the three snaps of the throttle align with the same three peaks in the gas data This indicates that a time shift offset of 10 seconds is correct for this vehicle 7 When finished viewing the data use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 36 Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Overview The Diagnostics Trouble Codes functions let you read review and clear diagnostic trouble codes DTCs for a vehicle Depending on the vehicle being tested either Diag nostic Codes or Read Codes and Clear Codes appear on the Diagnostic Menu screen as shown below in the two example screens Datastream Clear Codes Pathfinder Vehicle Info Custom Datastream Special Tests Figure 7 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen DTC Variations Diagnostic Codes shown on the left appears for vehicles that allow reading of DTCs with a scan tool Refer to the following sections in this chapter e
41. ange the data on the Datastream screen alphabetically or with either locked or graphed lines at the top of the screen NOTE You can also use the To Top function to rearrange the data lines For details refer to To Top on page 26 To sort the data lines follow these steps Battery Yolts 25 MPH Reached Ign Cy Brake Sw Ign Cycle Brake Switch Brake Warm Lamp Cmmd Brke Warn Lamp Ignition Voltage LF ABS Motor Command Press Lett Arow for Freeze Frame S Graph Frame 1 Record Figure 4 17 Datastream Screen Sort Function NOTE Figure 4 17 shows all graphs disabled To use the Sort by Graphed function one or more graphs must be displayed To use the Sort by Locked function one or more lines must be locked 1 With the Datastream screen displayed press the MORE function key 2 Use the Down Direction key to select the Sort function 3 Press the ENTER key This displays the Sort Options screen Scan Tool User Guide 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Sort ptio PS select Sorting Figure 4 18 Sort Options Screen 4 From the Sort Options screen Figure 3 18 select one of the following e Select By Alphabet to sort the data alphabeti cally or e Select By Graphed to sort the data with the graphs at the top of the screen e Select By Locked to sort the data with the locked lines at the top of the screen 5 After making the selection the Datastream screen displays the rearrang
42. anty procedures or operations of the tool should be directed to Technical Services Telephone 800 533 6127 Figure 15 12 Technical Support Screen A View the information 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens User Interface Selection The User Interface Selection function lets you set the scan tool main screens to display options as either icons Or menus 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select User Interface Selection and press the ENTER key User Interface Selection select User Interface and press ENTER Graphic Classic Figure 15 13 Interface Selection Screen 3 Select an option and press the ENTER key e Select Graphic to have the screens display options as icons e Select Classic to have the screens display options as menus 4 Follow the instructions that appear on the screens The scan tool will have to be turned off and back on Scan Tool User Guide 15 System Setup Technical Support Color Scheme Selection The Color Scheme Selection function lets you set the color of the background and text that appears on the scan tool screens 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Color Scheme Selection and press the ENTER key Color Scheme Selection select Color Scheme and press ENTER Standard Blue High Contrast Figure 15 14 Co
43. astream screen W ABS Warning Light A Brake Fluid Low amp Brake Yarn Lamp Cmd On B DTC Current Codes Invalid IT LE ABS Motor Command Amp D LF ABS Motor Direct FT LF ABS Motor Feedback Amp Po ire cl Ein dl xj Select All Clear All View Data Figure 5 2 Custom Datastream Selection Screen before rame 1 Dress Left Arrow for Freeze Frame selections Record Hm LED ToTop Figure 5 4 Datastream Screen 5 For details about the Datastream screen refer to 4 Datastream on page 21 Scan Tool User Guide 33 NOTES 34 Scan Tool User Guide 6 Integrated Diagnostics Scan Gas The Integrated Diagnostics Scan Gas function lets you views sensor and switch live data readings on the same screen as exhaust gas readings CO CO2 Zeroing HC 02 NOX AFR SI NOTE The Integrated Diagnostics option works only if the Gas M P application is unlocked with a Smart Card and the Gas M P hardware is used For details refer to the Gas M P User Guide Vehicle Speed Sensor Frame 1 Press Left Arrow for Freeze Frame To use the integrated diagnostics function follow these steps Figure 6 3 Gas and Data Display 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen 5 Do the following to shift the gas data readings to match the datastream readings NOTE Because of the length of the vehicle A exhaust system engine to tail pipe the exhaust gas p
44. athfinder Repair Trac Fast Fixes Code Information TSR References Specifications Component Location brake Bleed Procedure Brake Bleed Sequence Figure 4 13 Pathfinder Screen 4 Touse this screen refer to 8 Pathfinder on page 49 27 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Print The Print function on the Datastream screen s More menu lets you print the data currently displayed on the screen and any data below the viewable area of the screen that is graphed or locked NOTE Refer to Graph Analog LED Digital on page 24 and Lock on page 26 To print the data follow these steps NOTE Before printing a printer must be set up for print ing Refer to Printing on page 75 E Pathfinder A dn Print ABS Ignition Yolts 14 4 ABS Stop LL Zoom ABS Warning Lamp On Battery Volt 1 1 Sort Brake Switch Off Drake Switch Circuit Ok Brake Telltale State Off Brake Telltale Circuit Open 2now LED Bar Frame 1 Press Lett Arrow for Fr E Record Analog Metric Units Hide Analog ToTop More Figure 4 14 Datastream Screen Print Function 1 With the Display Live Data screen displayed press the More function key 2 Use the Down Direction key to select the Print function 3 The message Print the current frame of data appears on a Print screen Press the OK function key 28 Zoom The Zoom function on the Datastream screen s More menu lets you magnify the view of each da
45. ation of the updates that are available for the applications that exist on the tool The Add New App vell do the same as the Update plus will allow you to install a new application that requires smart card authorization The Install Al button vel do the same as the Update plus existing applications do not work properly because of corupted files Figure 15 2 USB Drive tool Update Screen 5 Read the instructions on the screen 6 IF INSTALLING A NEW APPLICATION insert the Smart Card into the Smart Card slot 7 Doone of the following e Press the Update function key to update only the tool applications that require updating e Press the Add New App function key to install a new application and to also update the tool applications that require updating e Press the Install All function key install a new application and to also update ALL of the appli cations on the tool whether or not they require updating this is a complete reinstall of all appli cations on the tool use it to repair corrupt appli cations 69 15 System Setup Contrast Adjust 8 Wait while the tool checks for updates on the portable USB drive and for the nstructions screen to appear USB Drive Tool Update Instructions Figure 15 3 Instructions Screen 9 Read the instructions on the screen 10 Press the ENTER key The tool checks the external power source starts the update and then displays an update progress scre
46. ay 1 With the Datastream screen displayed use the Up or Down Direction key to select the line to change 2 Press the Graph Analog LED Digital function key NOTE This name of this function key changes each time you press the key The name of the key represents the next display type that will appear when you press the key 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each line to change 24 About Digital Display When a line is displayed as Digital its reading is a word or a number as shown for all the lines in Figure 4 4 You can change the display of the lines as follows e Ifthe selected line s data reading is a word usually a switch reading such as On Off Open Closed etc then you can change the line s display back and forth between LED and Digital e ifthe selected line s data reading is a number usually a sensor reading such as 1 1 V 23 3 Amps etc then you can change the line to also display as either a graph or an analog gauge About LED Display If a selected line s data reading is a word usually a switch reading such as On Off Open you can use the LED function key to change the line to display as an LED bar For example see Figure 4 4 and Figure 4 5 Notice how the function key changes to toggle back and forth between LED and Digital ABS Ignition olts ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Brake Telltale Command F
47. ayback on page 6 7 Scan Tool User Guide System Setup Functions When you select System Setup from the Application Man ager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the System Setup screen appears as shown below system Setup Programs Available oon USB Drive Tool Update Printer Selection 200 Revision Levels User Interface Selection 2005 Dom S22006 Asian Figure 1 23 System Setup Screen Graphic User Interface Contrast Adjust a Ch Printer Header Unit Defaults A Dial Up Settings Technical Support system Setup Programs Available USB Drive Tool Update Contrast Adjust Printer Selection Printer Header Unit Defaults Revision Levels Dial Up Settings 222005 Asian S Fast Fixes d Contrast Figure 1 24 System Setup Screen Classic User Interface Scan Tool User Guide I General Information software Descriptions This screen contains options for viewing information about the scan tool and adjusting default settings for the scan tool as follows e USB Drive Tool Update update the scan tool software with files on a USB drive e Contrast Adjust adjust the contrast of the LCD screen e Printer Selection select a printer for printing from the scan tool e Print Header set up a heading for reports that you print from the scan tool e Unit Defaults set the date time units of measure and automatic shut down time It also lets you turn the audible beep and
48. ble Codes Pathfinder Quick Diagnostic Tests and Information Special Tests Specific Tests for Sensors or Switches Vehicle Information View Specifications Operating Instructions Aight Arrow Play amp Fast Forward Left Arrow Pause amp Rewind Enter Stop Exit Quit Figure 1 25 Quick Start Tutorial Screen The tutorial screens provide an overview of how to use the scan tool keys and screens 10 User Guide Instructions Various User Guides are provided as portable docu ment format pdf files that install on the PC during the NGIS Software Suite CD installation refer to NGIS Software Application Installation and Updates OTC p n 534168 To open a User Guide double click the User Guide icon on the Windows desktop select a language and then select a User Guide J L CONTENTS Sci Ton ez Jj IMPORTANT NOTICES L SAFET PRECIOS J ninoyol Ll 1 Lada r rr CPL LL Figure 1 26 User Guide Language Selection and User Guide Windows The left side of the User Guide window contains a Table of Contents click a topic to display its contents The right side of the window displays the contents right click inside the contents to display a navigation menu You can also printthe User Guide For help using the file start the Acrobat Reader program and then select Help from the main menu NOTE To view the User Guides the Adobe Acrobat Reader software application must be installed on the PC When you open
49. ble connections as shown on the screen For specific steps refer to the next section Step 2 Connect the Cable on page 16 NOTE Some vehicles do not have a DLC and do not require a cable connection For these vehicles the screen States that no cable connection is required If this happens go to Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function on page 20 Vehicle Identification DM 1990 1999 La 1996 T Pontiac Car Grand Am N ABS With VES Required Cables 3306 07 System Smart Insert Or 3306 15 System Smart Insert New Ta Reuse IT Demo Figure 3 8 Vehicle Information Required Cables Screen NOTE For some vehicles this screen will illustrate the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC test terminals rather than the required cables 16 Step 2 Connect the Cable The method used to connect the scan tool to a vehi cle s DLC depends on the vehicle s configuration as follows e Avehicle equipped with an On Board Diagnostics Two OBD II vehicle management system supplies both communication and 12 volt power through a stan dardized J 1962 data link connection DLC e Avehicle not equipped with an OBD II system supplies communication through a DLC connection and supplies 12 volt power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to the battery NOTE Both connections described above charge the scan tool s battery while connected OBD II Vehicle Cable Connection This type of con
50. button to turn the scan tool on l l wait for the Application Manager screen to appear A Select a diagnostic test and press the ENTER key NOTE The System 2 0 scan tool operating system e Ifyou select Domestic Asian ABS Air Bag also provides quick access to the Global OBD II Latin America or European a series of application if you hold down the Menu key when Vehicle Identification screens appears for you you turn the scan tool on to identify the vehicle go to step 4 e f you select Global OBD II the Required Cables illustration appears go to step 7 application Manager Programs Available be F AN Scan Diagnostics J Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox gt r EI Playback System Setup Quick Start Tutorial Programs Available a Ka Chrysler Saturn deep Jeep e eme JC ze Figure 3 5 Vehicle Information Manufacturer Screen both Graphic and Classic User Interfaces shown 72005 Dom 2005 Asian Figure 3 3 Application Manager Screen Graphic User Interface 4 With the Vehicle Information screen displayed you can enter new information for a vehicle or you can 2 Select Scan Diagnostics and press the ENTER key select and reuse saved information for a vehicle This displays the Scan Diagnostics screen already tested Do one of the following NOTE If you have the application assigned to one e To enter new information for a vehicle go to of the function keys at the bottom of
51. bypassing the cool down period Scan Tool User Guide Basic Special Test Procedure The special tests vary for each vehicle year and module Engine Transmission ABS etc This section provides basic steps for the special tests NOTE The screens shown in this chapter are examples for the ABS module Actual screens vary by vehicle and module To perform special tests on a vehicle follow these steps 1 Perform the steps in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to enter the vehicle informa tion and display the Diagnostic Menu screen 2 From the Diagnostic Menu screen select Special Tests This displays the Special Tests menu screen shown below NOTE If an identification screen appears review the screen and press the ENTER key to display the Special Tests menu screen Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes or Read Codes Clear Codes Post Collision Test Pathfinder Vehicle Info Special Tests Manual Control Test Power Master Bleed Test Hydraulic Control Test Pump Motor Tests ABS Version Figure 13 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Special Tests Screen 3 Select the test you want to perform and press the ENTER key 4 A group selection screen test selection screen several step by step instruction screens or bi directional control screen may appear Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to perform comma
52. charged before testing When the scan tool is not connected to a vehicle the scan tool can be powered with an AC DC external power adapter OTC P N 3421 04 or the internal rechargeable battery pack OTC P N 239180 Figure 2 1 Power Adapter and Scan Tool Power Port Scan Tool User Guide Connect the Hardware Module optional If using the Cartridge Reader InfoTech Scope or Gas M P software applications you must first connect the hardware module to the scan tool Use the following steps to connect a hardware module IMPORTANT Turn off scan tool before connecting or removing hardware module Failure to do so may cause internal damage not covered by warranty 1 Press the tool On Off button to turn the power off 2 Position the scan tool to access the back side then open the protective HIP door 3 Slide the locking bars out on the hardware module you may need to hold them out 4 Position the hardware module with the hardware interface ports aligned 5 Place the module into the compartment and press it into place LS Item 1 Locking Bars Item 2 Cartridge Reader Module Item 3 Hardware Interface Port Door shown open Item 4 Hardware Interface Port Figure 2 2 Cartridge Reader Module 6 Slide the locking bars in to lock the module in place NOTE To remove the module slide the locking bars out and pull the module upward Close the HIP door 11 2 Setup Insert Cartridge optional Insert Cartrid
53. cs and text to a USB ink jet printer follow these steps Figure 16 2 Scan Tool USB Port 1 Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the tool and to the USB printer 2 From the scan tool System Setup screen select Printer Selection then USB InkJet Printer Select your printer from the list of supported printers and then press the EXIT key See Printer Selection on page 71 A Press the Print function key to print a screen or recorded files IMPORTANT Do not press any keys until the printer finishes printing 75 NOTES 76 Scan Tool User Guide 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 three years 36 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 at 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
54. ction key Scan Tool User Guide 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection 6 To reuse saved information for a vehicle already tested do the following a Press the Reuse function key This displays the Reuse Vehicles screen which contains a list of saved vehicle descriptions Reuse Yehicles GM 1990 19 EE L lt 1996 Pontiac Car Grand Am SE ABS with YES KI Gm 1990 19993 L lt 1991 Buick Regal Ki GM 1990 1999 Las 1994 Pontiac Car Grand Prix SE ABS pa Save AS Delete Figure 3 7 Reuse Vehicles Screen b Select the vehicle description to use and press the ENTER key This displays the illus tration of the required cables as shown in Step 7 NOTE The Reuse Vehicles list holds 25 vehicle descrip tions When the list is full old descriptions automatically delete as you enter new descriptions To prevent a description from being automatically deleted highlight the description and press the Save function key This places a disk icon to the left of the file name and saves the description until you delete it Use the Delete function key to delete a selected description 15 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection 7 After you have entered new vehicle information or selected a vehicle description to reuse the Required Cables illustration displays on the Vehicle Identification screen With this screen displayed make the required ca
55. ctivate Screen Example Item 1 This area displays the name of the component being tested Item 2 This area displays the state of the component Item 3 This area shows the time clock for the test Item A The function keys let you manually control the componentas necessary Compare whatis commanded by the scan tool to the state of the component being read by the ECU to the actual physical state of the component NOTE Press the Activate function key to turn on the component This changes the component state to On and changes the function key to Deactivate Press the Deactivate function key to turn off the component Scan Tool User Guide 14 Playback The Playback function lets you view data recorded with the Datastream Record function see page 22 and the DTC Triggered Recording function see page 32 It also lets you save and delete recorded files 1 Make sure the scan tool has power NOTE The scan tool does not have to be connected to a vehicle 2 Press the On Off button to turn the scan tool on wait for the Application Manager screen to appear Application Manager Application Manager Programs Available Programs Available Scan Diagnostics Scan Diagnostics Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox Playback System Setup Quick Start Tutorial Figure 14 1 Application Manager Screen Examples d gt i 3 Playback System Setup Quick Start
56. de numbers and manually enter the numbers into the scan tool to see their descriptions NOTE Flash codes are DTCs that you identify by 1 grounding a pin on the vehicle s check connector to trig ger a specific indictor light to blink and then 2 viewing and counting the number of times the indicator light blinks To read flash codes follow these steps Diagnostic Menu Select Clear Codes Connector Location Under driver side dash near center of vehicle Ea Print Figure 7 24 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Connector Location Screen 1 From the Diagnostic Menu screen select Read Codes and press the ENTER key This displays the Connector Location screen shown above NOTE Ifthe Connector Location screen does not appear go to Step 4 2 View the information and print it if necessary For printing information refer to Print on page 28 A Press the ENTER key This displays the DTC Retrieval Procedure screen DTC Retrieval Procedure Anti lock brake system lamp must be on in order to retrieve codes Key on engine off Ground ABS check connector pin 1 with red wire Count blinks on ABS lamp long blinks are 10 short blinks are 1 separated by pause 3 codes maximum stored Disconnect ABS check connector when done E Hunt Figure 7 25 DTC Retrieval Procedure Screen 4 View the retrieval procedure and optionally print it For printing information refer to Print on page 28 46 5 Use t
57. ding 75 to Recording 1 When the countdown reaches 1 the recorded data is saved as an Eventfile and placed in a Playback folder NOTE The playback folder holds up to 25 Event files When you record more than five files new recordings overwrite the old ones For details refer to Playback on page 67 4 When the recording stops continue viewing live data or use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 5 To view the saved data file refer to Playback on page 67 Scan Tool User Guide 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Record to a Portable USB Drive The scan tool has a special feature that lets you record files of up to 10 000 frames of data that occur after pressing the key to a portable USB drive You can then view playback the data on a personal computer PC that has the ConnecTech software installed NOTE The length of time for each frame varies per vehicle Generally one frame of data is about 1 4 of a second or 4 frames per second You can record any number of files as long as they fit on the free space on the USB drive NOTE To check USB drive free space insert the drive into a USB port on the PC and double click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop Right click the name of the USB drive in the PC and click Properties on the menu that appears Alternatively if you double click the name of the USB drive you can view the drive contents and delete files from the drive For more informa tion ref
58. djust Figure 15 6 Contrast Adjust Screen 3 Use the Left and Right Direction keys to adjust the contrast 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide Printer Selection The Printer Selection function lets you select a printer for printing from the scan tool 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Printer Selection and press the ENTER key Printer Selection select Printer type and Press ENTER Infrared Printer PCL3 USB Inkjet Printer Figure 15 7 Printer Selection Screen 3 Select a printer and press the ENTER key IMPORTANT PRINTING NOTES e The USB Inkjet printer is recommended e When printing do not press any keys on the tool until the printing stops e f using an infrared printer make sure the distance between the tester and printer is less than 3 feet point the top of the tester at the printer s infrared LED until the printing stops Scan Tool User Guide 15 System Setup Printer Selection Printer Header The Print Header function lets you set up a heading for reports that you print from the scan tool NOTE You can turn the Print Header function on and off with the Unit Defaults settings Refer to Unit Defaults on page 72 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Printer Header and press the ENTER key
59. e Trip Counts screen appears go to Trip Counts Chrysler Jeep on page 40 If the KOEO screen appears go to KOEO Self Test Ford Mazda on page 41 NOTE The above screen is only an example Actual test screens vary by vehicle e ifthe Self Diagnostics screen appears go to Self Diagnostics Ford Mazda on page 41 2 Select one of the options that may appear on the e If the Options screen appears go to Options Diagnostic Trouble Codes screen and then press the ENTER key Read or Present Current Permanent Codes DTCs that have occurred a specified number of times and indicate a problem that requires repair Pending Temporary Codes DTCs that have occurred at least once but have not occurred enough times to be considered Current use to check recent repairs because Ford on page 42 Read Codes Current Codes Present Codes Pending Codes Fail Since Clear History Codes Malfunction Indicator Lamp Codes Failure Records DTC Status it shows DTCs after only one drive cycle e History or Past Codes intermittent DTCs Figure 7 4 Read Codes Menu Screen Example that are not currently active NOTE The above screen is only an example e Freeze Frame datastream snapshots Actual test screens vary by vehicle automatically recorded by the ECU that show actual data values at the time DTC s occurred 4 Select one of the following options that may appear 38 Code Hist
60. ed in this User Guide and the warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer In addition fol low any warnings and descriptions provided on the scan tool screens Scan Tool User Guide 4 Datastream The Datastream function lets you view live data from ABS lanition Volts a vehicles electronic control unit ECU This chapter ABS Stop describes how to use the Datastream function ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Basic Datastream Procedure ee Swe o Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Use the following steps to obtain a basic understand Brake Telltale Circuit ing of how the Datastream function works Brake Telltale Command Brakes Available To use the datastream function follow these Enable Relay Command i 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Frame 1 Press Left Arrow for Freeze Frame Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic E Record AA Graph ft ToTop More Menu screen Figure 4 2 Datastream Screen Diagnostic Menu 3 Notice the following about the Datastream screen Datastream e Each line displays a data item The first time Custom Datastream you test a vehicle the top line displays in Graph Diagnostic Codes format and the remaining lines display in Digital format See Remembered Settings on page Post Collision Test Parhfinder Vehicle Info Special Tests 32 e You use the Up and Down Direction keys to scroll through the data and to select lines one line ata time You u
61. ed lines or graphs NOTE Any displayed analog gauges always remain at the top of the screen 25 MPH Reached Ign ABS Active ABS Relay Command ABS Warm Lamp Battery Yolts Drake Sw Ign Cycle Brake Switch Brake Warm Lamp Cmmd Brke Warn Lamp Ignition Voltage LF ABS Motor Command LF ABS Motor Direct Heverse Press Left Arow for Freeze Frame AA Graph T ToTop rame 1 Record Figure 4 19 Datastream Screen Sort by Alphabet Function 29 4 Datastream Datastream Functions English Metric Units The English Metric Units function on the Datas tream screen s More menu lets you change the units of measure for the data from English to Metric or vice versa To change the units of measure follow these steps Pathfinder 5 Print os _ gt ABS Ignition Yolts ERR ABS Stop Off CL Zoom ABS Warning Lamp On Battery Yolts 1 1 Sort Brake Switch Oft Brake Switch Circuit Ok Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Metric Units Off Open Show LED Bar Press Left Arrow for Fr Hide Analog Analog J ToTop More Frame 1 Record Figure 4 20 Datastream Screen English Metric Units Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed press the MORE function key 2 Use the Down Direction key to select the English Units or Metric Units function NOTE This name of this menu option changes each time you select it It changes back and forth between English
62. elect Program Serial Number Figure 15 16 Hardware Tests Screen A Select an option and press the ENTER key Follow the instructions on the screen that appears NOTE If you select Keypad the message To test the Backlight key just observe the backlight itself appears Press the ENTER key 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Language The Language function lets you set the default language for the scan tool software 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Language and press the ENTER key Language Selection English English Use UP ON keys to highlight language Select Figure 15 17 Language Selection Screen 3 Use the Up and Down Directions keys to select the language Press the Select function key 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 14 Disk Usage The Disk Usage function lets you view details about the scan tool memory size and usage 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Disk Usage and press the ENTER key Total Unit Memory Total Space 512 MB Internal Compact Flash Free Space 436 66 MB 14 Used Space 75 79 MB Internal Compact Flash Extended Not available External Compact Flash Not available Figure 15 18 Disk Usage Screen 3 View the disk usage information 4 Use the EXIT key to return to pr
63. en USB Drive Tool Update ABS Air Bag 2004 01 00 ConnecTech 01 60 Scope with InfoTech 02 20 Gas M F 01 50 GM SPS Reprogramming 01 60 Asian Import 2003 01 20 European Import 2003 01 10 Pathfinder 2004 01 50 01 83 IN PROGRESS Please wait Figure 15 4 Update Progress Screen 11 Notice the remaining time status bar at the top of the screen This time changes after the update of each application 12 Notice that when a System update completes the scan tool reboots checks the file systems and then displays the update progress screen again 13 Wait for all updates to complete and for the USB Drive Tool Update Completed message to appear 70 USB Drive Tool Update COMPLETED The unit is ready You may remove the USB Drive Press ENTER to launch Application Manager Figure 15 5 Tool Update Complete Message Screen 14 Remove the portable USB drive from the tool 15 Remove the Smart Card from the tool if used 16 Press the ENTER key to complete the update Contrast Adjust The Contrast Adjust function lets you adjust the contrast of the LCD screen NOTE Temperature or lighting may affect the brightness of the scan tool screen If necessary use the Contrast Adjust function to adjust the screen for working conditions 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Contrast Adjust and press the ENTER key Contrast Adjust Use the LEFT RIGHT kens to a
64. er reviewing the codes if necessary clear the codes Refer to Clear Codes on page 48 If necessary consult the manufacturer s service manual for the correct clear code method 47 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Clear Codes Clear Codes After reading and or reviewing the diagnostic trou ble codes use the following steps to clear the codes from the vehicle If Clear Codes is not an available menu option consult the manufacturer s service manual for the correct clear code method NOTE This Clear Codes function clears the DTCs from the selected ECU or provides instructions for how to manually clear the codes from the ECU NOTE For some vehicles this procedure also clears codes stored in the scan tool memory To clear DTCs follow these steps NOTE Before performing this procedure make sure the vehicle s ignition key is in the On Run position with the engine off Diagnostic Menu Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastream Special Tests Figure 7 31 Diagnostic Menu Screen DTC Variations 1 With the Diagnostic Menu screen displayed select either Diagnostic Codes or Clear Codes and press the ENTER key 2 Doone of the following e If the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen appears Figure 7 32 go to step 3 e If an instruction screen appears Figure 7 33 go to step 4 Diagnostic Trouble Codes self Diagnostics Read Codes Review Codes Wiggle Test Figure 7 32
65. er to the Windows User Guides and Help Systems To record to scan tool memory follow these steps 1 Turn the scan tool off 2 Insert the USB drive extension cable into the USB port on the top of the scan tool 3 Insert the USB drive into the loose end of the extension cable NOTE With a DLC cable connected to the scan tool the portable USB drive will connect to the scan tool USB port only by using the extension cable 4 Follow the steps in Record to Scan Tool Memory on page 22 5 To view the saved data files use the ConnecTech program on the PC For details refer to the ConnecTech Quick Start Guide pdf User Guide and online Help System 23 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Graph Analog LED Digital The Graph Analog LED Digital function lets you change the display type for each line on the Datas tream screen Depending on the type of data ona line you can change a selected line from digital to a graphical or LED display You can also set some of the lines to display analog meters gauges at the top of the screen To change the display for each line follow these steps ABS Ignition Yolts ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Drake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Brake Telltale Command Brakes Available Enable Relay Command Frame 1 Press Leth Arrow for Freeze Frame Record HM LED ToTop More Figure 4 4 Datastream Screen Digital Displ
66. erating system also provides quick access to the Global OBD II application if you hold down the Menu key when you turn the scan tool on Read and Display Codes Use these steps to read and display DTCs for vehi cles that allow reading and displaying of codes in one procedure To read and display DTCs follow these steps NOTE Before performing this procedure make sure the vehicle s ignition key is in the On Run position with the engine off Diagnostic Meru Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes Pathfinder Vehicle Info Special Tests Figure 7 2 Diagnostic Menu Screen 1 With the Diagnostic Menu screen displayed select Diagnostic Codes and press the ENTER key This displays the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen Figure 7 3 on page 38 37 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Current Codes Present Codes Pending Codes History Codes Past Codes Freeze Frame Code History Trip Counts EGEO Self Test self Diagnostics Options Review Codes Clear Codes Figure 7 3 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Menu Screen Example 3 Doone of the following If the Read Codes menu screen appears Figure 7 4 go to step 4 lf the DTC Information screen appears Figure 7 5 go to Step 6 If the Freeze Frame Selection screen appears go to Freeze Frame OBD Il on page 39 lf the Code History screen appears go to Code History Chrysler Jeep on page 40 If th
67. esults screen appears continue with Step 3 View the Quick Test Results on page 19 See Figure 3 16 on page 19 e If either a Message screen or a Diagnostic Menu screen appears continue with Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function on page 20 Figure 3 14 DB25 Power Cable Connection to Cigarette Lighter EE See Figure 3 17 on page 20 NOTE Battery Adapter 212638 can be used to NOTE Generally the System Readiness Test or connect the cable s power plug to the vehicle s Quick Test results screen appears for Global OBD battery Il test and the Message or Diagnostic Menu screen appears for the other scan diagnostic tests However this is not always true and can vary by vehicle Figure 3 15 DB25 Power Cable Connection to Vehicle s DLC 4 Connect the adapter s connector to the vehicle s DLC NOTE The vehicle s DLC is not always located under the dash as shown above NOTE Some adapters may have more than one connector or may have test leads instead of a connector Whatever the case make the required connections to the vehicle s DLC 18 Scan Tool User Guide Step 3 View the Quick Test Results After you connect the cable and press the ENTER 1 key on the scan tool use the following steps if either the System Readiness Test message screen or the Quick Test results screen appears NOTE The Quick Tests provide a quick link to the vehi cle s PCM for viewing OBD II emissions readiness tests and DTCs
68. ettings 222005 Asian Fast Fives d Contras Figure 2 4 System Setup Screen Classic User Interface 2005 Dom 3 Use the Direction keys to select an item to adjust described below and then press the ENTER key 4 Follow any on screen instructions use the Direction keys as needed to adjust settings use the EXIT key to exit the screens 5 For detailed instructions refer to System Setup on page 69 Scan Tool User Guide 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Overview When you select Scan Diagnostics from the Applica tion Manager screen Figure 3 3 on page 14 the Scan Diagnostics screen appears as shown in the examples below Scan Diagnostics Programs Available ae USA 2005 Domestic USA 2005 Asian Global OED II A Ze a T Latin America q y GM SPS es Cartridge Reader USA 2003 European Module a USA 2004 ABS Jair Reprogramming Bag 252005 Dom 4 2005 Asian Figure 3 1 Scan Diagnostics Screen Graphic User Interface Scan LIagrostc Programs Available USA 005 Domestic USA 2005 Asian USA 2004 ABS5 Air Bag Global OBD Il Cartridge Reader Module Latin America USA 2003 European ZS 2005 Asian Repair Trac Contrast 2005 Dom Figure 3 2 Scan Diagnostics Screen Classic User Interface This screen contains options for using the Scan Diagnostics software applications e This chapter provides test startup steps for the Domestic Latin America Asian European
69. evious screens File System Check The File System Check function lets you test the file system on the memory card s 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select File System Check and press the ENTER key Checking file system After checking file system the tool will reboot Figure 15 19 File System Check Screen A Wait for the scan tool to turn off and on automatically as it does a self check Scan Tool User Guide 16 Printing Screen displays can be printed to a infrared capable portable printer or a USB inkjet printer Infrared Printer Operation You can print diagnostic trouble codes sensor data and report summary data from the scan tool to a Hewlett Packard infrared printer OTC P N 3157 To print data to an infrared printer follow these steps 1 Turn on the battery powered infrared printer 2 Point the scan tool infrared port at the printer s infrared port and press the Print function key on the scan tool Item 1 Printer Infrared Port Item 2 Tool Infrared Port Figure 16 1 Infrared Port Printing IMPORTANT The tool infrared port must remain pointed at the printer infrared port until the entire print operation is complete Scan Tool User Guide USB Inkjet Printer You can print text and graphics from the scan tool to to ink jet printers with built in PCL 3 most Hewlett Packard Deskjet printers To print graphi
70. f LED read ings directly above the status line and function keys The LED readings are for frequently monitored switches See page 30 e Show Hide Analog when analog gauges are displayed at the top of the screen temporarily hides the gauges or displays them again See page 31 e Conflict for Global OBD II testing shows details when two or more PCMs are reading conflicting data for a sensor or switch See page 32 NOTE There are a couple of automatic Datastream func tions Remembered Settings and DTC Triggered Record They are described on page 32 22 Record Record to Scan Tool Memory The Record function lets you save up to 25 data files of up to 150 frames of data 75 frames that occur before pressing the Record function key and 75 frames that occur after pressing the key You can then use the Playback function to view the saved files NOTE The length of time for each frame varies per vehi cle Generally one frame of data is about 1 4 of a second or 4 frames per second To record to scan tool memory follow these steps 1 Follow the steps in Basic Datastream Procedure on page 21 to display the Datastream screen Barometric Press Decel EMMA Desired EGR Position Desired Idle Speed EGR Delta MAP Calc EGR Trip Samples EVAP Canister Purge EYAP Yent Solenoid Engine Coolant Temp Engine Run Time Engine Speed Fuel Level Sensor Recording 52 HA Graph ToTop Figure 4 3 Record Functi
71. ge optional If using the Cartridge Reader hardware module you must insert the software cartridge into the module Use the following steps to insert the cartridge 1 Position the cartridge with the locking bumps posi tioned as illustrated in Figure 2 3 2 Align the cartridge with the slot and press firmly together until the locking bumps snap into place IMPORTANT Insert the cartridge as shown below Be sure the locking bumps are pointing away from the front of the scan tool NOTE To remove a cartridge from the Cartridge Reader Module grip the cartridge firmly and pull it straight out Item 1 Cartridge Item 2 Locking Bumps Figure 2 3 Software Cartridge 12 Adjust Default Settings Use the System Setup functions let you view infor mation about the scan tool and adjust default settings for the scan tool as follows NOTE Temperature or lighting may affect the brightness of the scan tool screen If necessary use the Contrast Adjust function to adjust the screen for working conditions 1 Provide power to the scan tool press the On Off button to turn the scan tool on and wait for the Appli cation Manager screen to appear 2 Use the Down Direction key to select System Setup and then press the ENTER key This displays the System Setup screen shown below System Setup Programs Available USB Drive Tool Update Contrast Adjust Printer Selection Printer Header Unit Defaults Revision Levels Dial Up S
72. he output relays and lets you do a wiggle test to check for intermittent breaks in circuitry This section includes the following procedures e Output State below e idle Air Adjust on page 43 e Wiggle Test on page 43 Output State The Output State test does a KOEO self test see page 41 and then lets you test the state of the output relays by pressing and releasing the vehicle s accel erator pedal 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Options screen Ford Output State Test KOEO test will precede Output State Test vd OK Cancel Figure 7 15 Options Screen and Output State Test Instruction Screen 2 Select Output State and press the ENTER key This displays an instruction screen shown above 3 Press the OK function key to start the KOEO Self Test Several instruction screens appear 4 Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to answer any questions Do this until the Test completed screen appears 5 Note any DTCs listed and press the Continue function key This displays another instruction screen and then displays the Output Test State screen 6 Follow the instructions on the Output Test State screen Compare the actual throttle position to the Actuators state shown on the screen NOTE This test may automatically exit after 10 minutes 7 When finished use the EXIT key to complete the test and to ret
73. he component 65 13 Special Tests Special Test Screen Examples Automatic Test Screen The following screen is an example of an automatic test screen You press the Start function key to begin the automatic test Brake Bleed amp Solenoid Checkout None 1 Brake Bleed state This test will abort if the brake pedal is released or if the wheels spin 2 gt D Km ep Ready 5 gt DD Star Figure 13 6 Automatic Test Screen Example Item 1 This area displays the state of the test commands being issued by the scan tool On Off Item 2 This area displays each component As the test runs the brackets around the dots indicate the component s currently being tested NOTE The bracket on the left side of the dot represents the command and the bracket on the right side represents the feedback If one of the brackets is missing during the test it indi cates a problem Item 3 This area may display special test instructions Item 4 The status line displays the current status of the test Item 5 The Start function key starts the test 66 Activate Deactivate Screen The following screen is an example of a manual control screen with a toggle Activate Deactivate function key You use this function key to begin the test ACTUATOR TESTS MENU 1 gt Pump Motor Tests 2 gt Active 3 gt Time elapsed in seconds 4 4 Deactivate Figure 13 7 Activate Dea
74. he connector location and DTC retrieval procedure to read the flash codes from the vehicle 6 When you know the codes press the ENTER key on the scan tool This displays the Possible Codes screen Possible Codes 22 E 24 25 26 27 42 EN gt E 29 31 33 39 Al 56 Figure 7 26 Possible Codes Screen 7 Use the Possible Codes screen to enter the flash codes as follows a Use the Direction keys to select highlight a code number b With the number selected press the ENTER key c Repeat steps a and b until all the flash codes are highlighted d Press the EXIT key to display the code descrip tions on the Review Codes screen Selected Codes Hormal LF Sens Circuit 51 Valve Relay E Hunt Figure 7 27 Review Codes Screen 8 View the list and optionally save or print it To view a saved file refer to Playback on page 67 For printing information refer to Print on page 28 9 Press the EXIT key to return to the Diagnostic Menu screen 10 Clear the codes Refer to Clear Codes on page 48 Scan Tool User Guide Review Codes The Review Codes function lets you view DTCs read from the selected ECU This function displays DTCs only after you have used a function that reads codes such as Read Codes KOEO Self Test Self Diag nostics Output State Test and Wiggle Test Use these steps to review trouble codes after initially reading them To review DTCs follow these steps Diagnostic Meru
75. he software currently avail able for the scan tool NOTE This section does not describe any PC software that is used along with the scan tool System 2 0 Operating System The System 2 0 Operating System is the newest development for the scan tool When you turn the scan tool on System 2 0 provides fast boot up and an icon based Application Manager screen see Figure 1 17 In addition the Application Manager screen has four function keys you can customize for quick access to programs you use frequently and application updates can be done quickly using a portable USB drive or memory card reader System 2 0 also provides quick access to the Global OBD II application if the Menu key is held down while the tool is turned on Scan Tool Software Installation Activation Updates The scan tool software is either preinstalled in the scan tool provided on a compact disc or flash or can be downloaded from the SPX web site Before you can use a scan tool application it must be installed in the scan tool and activated unlocked NOTE With icon screens displayed locked appli cations have a padlock symbol next to the applica tion icon With menu screens displayed locked applications are listed at the bottom of the menu and are grey screen contrast must be properly adjusted In addition free software updates for the tool are available periodically on the Internet at www geni sysotc com For complete instruc
76. il has 32 Scan Tool User Guide Contents Custom Datastream 635 044 555 000 EE Geer OS Integrated Diagnostics Scan GaS ccc cece eee ce eee A Diagnostic Trouble TEE e OVEIVICW ee eer deeg a o be 37 Read GOES 2 Bee EE 37 Readand Display Codes ibs is ai a HA eh ie aii 37 Read Codes ON EE 45 Read Flash EE 46 PROVIEW e TEE EE 47 Clear COGES el bein Gee eee Se ie e ere et he hw bee aa a ee ka eee ee ee 48 tungen sence tu ee ra E Basic D ge ee UU EE 49 Repa Ne Le 49 PASEOS coa noe ores Ree ea DES ee et 50 TSB IREIClENCCS Be Sieh ete ese bp cae ors Gee Go E eee 50 SOS CII AUN Ss 2 sae ae eke eee a es were 51 Component Location a es ceed easus cot eee ete hee ease EE EEN 51 Brake Bleed Procedure ABS ceased is A be EE 52 Brake Bleed Sequence ABS 00 iii hee ele hehe ee ee 52 Oil Light Reset Test Procedure 0 0 ccc es 53 ele UE e e EE 53 TUNE US SPeCCICANONSs lt 2 23 ER de ta reer eee eee a oie series 54 KIT rt d di A OS Basic ge e Le EE 55 SDECITICALIONS rresia AA AA ie Bee a AAN 55 Related TSB Sareri as es ee es a ere See ee A ats A 56 VSEM Iy DO aro o dao o O ra ei ici 56 PROM IdentificCaloN GM xesta ires a it ere eg ege A E A das 56 PROM ID Controller TD ici a ESA 9 Diagnostic States GM cnica a eae OO Post Collision Test Airbag ccc ccc cece cere wee cece eee e eee O DEES EE E EE EES E eee ree Bee eee eee d ee 63 Basic Special Test Procedure s 32 50 Eer ia A AAA ee ee e 63 Specia
77. in this User Guide are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes Further SPX shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages including lost profits in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material All software screens shown in this manual are examples Actual test screens vary for each vehicle being tested 2005 SPX Corporation All rights reserved Genisys Contents IMPORTANT NOTICES cc otra eter rd ee be inside front cover SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ooo diri EEN shee ar as Iv General Info rmatioN aiii Aa ia il INTOJUCHION iia a e E De EE 1 Component RE dl LEE 2 Genisys ocan Ee EE 2 Compact Oise CD ans we ces eos be ias aii hehe Me aa EE 4 Memo Card ccs heist ot Go aks oe ee e oe eG See ee ee ee ea A eee ed 4 PO Gara Be ege acco sig io ls ae mrss sashes tos nn sealed ce EEN 4 UNG AOS EE EE aes 4 USB Drive optional 0 0 0 eee eee eee nett teen eee eens 4 DLG CADIS EE 5 Add On Hardware Modules optional n nananana aaa 5 eieiei dl CEET 6 System 2 0 Operating SysteM eee eee eee 6 Scan Tool Software Installation Activation Updates 6 Software Applications Overview 6 User Guide INSINICUONS EE 10 SC UU caso E dee eens EEN Install the PC Software Unlock Tool
78. ions and press the ENTER key to display the Specifications screen Specifications Lug Nut Torque 103 Pound Foot Brake Fluid Dot 3 Front Sensor Air Gap 0 019 0 066 Inches Front Sensor Resistance 1500 2000 Ohms xi E Print Figure 9 2 Specifications Screen A View the specifications and optionally print them Refer to Print on page 28 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 99 9 Vehicle Info Related TSBs Related TSBs The Related TSBs option lets you look up the numbers and titles of technical service bulletins 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 55 to display the Vehicle Info screen see Figure 9 1 2 Select Related TSBs and press the ENTER key to display the TSB References screen TSB References 43 50 01 43 50 124 31 05 03 31 05 05 91 05 14 31 08 52 Figure 9 3 TSB References Screen 3 Selecta TSB to view and press the ENTER key to display a brief description of the TSB TSB Reference TSB Number 33 50 14 TSB Reference Title Information On Powermaster Ill Brake System With Anti lock Brake System d n Print Figure 9 4 TSB Reference Screen 4 View the description and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 56 System Type The System Type option lets you view the vehicle description 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 55 to d
79. ir Information Applications on page 7 e Diagnostic Toolbox Applications on page 8 e Playback Function on page 8 e System Setup Functions on page 9 e Quick Start Tutorial on page 10 NOTE You can customize the four function keys at the bottom of the screen for quick access to applications you use frequently Refer to User Interface Selection on page 73 Scan Tool User Guide Scan Diagnostic Applications When you select Scan Diagnostics from the Applica tion Manager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the Scan Diagnostics screen appears as shown in the examples below Scan Diagnostics Programs Available oan USA 2005 Asian USA 2005 Domestic gt Global OED II Aas A Latin merica USA 2003 European QM DM SPS Cartridge Reader Module 7 USA 2004 ABS ir Reprogramming Bag ZS 2005 Dom ES 2005 Asian Figure 1 18 Scan Diagnostics Screen Graphic User Interface scan Diagnostics Programs Available USA 2005 Domestic USA 2005 Asian USA 2004 ABS Air Bag Global OBD Il Cartridge Reader Module GH SPS Reprogramming Latin America USA 2003 European Contrast 2005 Dom 22005 Asian S Fast Fixes Figure 1 19 Scan Diagnostics Screen Classic User Interface This screen contains options for using the following software applications e Domestic Asian ABS Air Bag European Latin America and Global OBD II applications are for vehicle diagnostic testing Refer to Scan Diagnostics
80. isplay the Vehicle Info screen see Figure 9 1 2 Select System Type and press the ENTER key to display the System Information screen System Information GM 1990 1999 L x 1991 M Buick Regal Y Figure 9 5 System Information Screen d n Print A View the information and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens PROM Identification GM The PROM Identification option lets you view the Programmable Read Only Memory PROM 4 digit identification number and additional PROM related information 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 55 to display the Vehicle Info screen see Figure 9 1 2 Select PROM Identification and press the ENTER key to display the PROM Identification screen PROM ID 44 Figure 9 6 PROM ID Screen 3 View the information and print it if necessary Refer to Print on page 28 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide 10 PROM ID Controller ID PROM ID GM For some GM vehicles the Programmable Read Only Memory Identification PROM ID function displays the PROM ID number and any additional PROM related information that is stored in the selected electronic control unit ECU To display the PROM ID information follow these steps 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen Diagnostic Menu Datas
81. isplays the specifications shown above 4 View the description and print it if necessary Refer to Print on page 28 5 Press the BACK function key to return to the previous screen 54 Scan Tool User Guide 9 Vehicle Info The Vehicle Info function lets you view vehicle specific information for Specifications Related TSBs System Type and PROM Identification Basic Procedure To access the Vehicle Info functions follow these steps 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen 2 Select Vehicle Info and press the ENTER key to display the Vehicle Info screen shown below Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastre m Diagnostic Codes or Read Codes Clear Codes Post Collision Test Pathfinder Wehicle Info Vehicle Into apecial Tests Specifications Related TSis System Type PROM Identification Figure 9 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Vehicle Info Screen A Select the item to view and press the ENTER key 4 Refer to the following sections e Specifications next column e Related TSBs on page 56 e System Type on page 56 e PROM Identification GM on page 56 Scan Tool User Guide Specifications The Specifications option lets you view specifica tions for a selected control module ECU 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure to display the Vehicle Info screen see Figure 9 1 Select Specificat
82. key to select the line to move 2 Press the To Top function key The selected line moves to the top of the screen 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each line to move NOTE Any displayed analog gauges always remain at the top of the screen Lines moved To Top appear below the analog gauges Scan Tool User Guide Freeze Frame The Freeze Frame function lets you freeze the data display on the Datastream screen and lets you view past data frame by frame To freeze data follow these steps p ABS Ignition Yolts ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Frame 94 Freeze Frame Record Analog ToTop More Figure 4 11 Datastream Screen Freeze Frame Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed press the Left Direction key to begin the freeze function 2 Repeatedly press the Left Direction key or press and hold the key to move backward through the data As you do this notice the following e The Frame number above the Record key changes to show the frame number of the currently displayed data e The message next to the frame number flashes as Freeze Frame and Exit to resume e On any displayed graphs the vertical dashed line moves to display the past data for each frame e Onany displayed digital or LED lines or analog gauges the data changes to display the past data for each frame
83. l to activate or control the system components NOTE During a test you use the tool to temporarily control a selected component When you exit the test the component returns to the normal setting This chapter includes a basic procedure for doing the special tests brief descriptions of the special tests and examples of common special test screens NOTE While performing a special test a Fault Code Detected screen may appear indicating a fault exists Repair the problem and clear the diagnostic test code s before continuing the special test For details about clear ing codes refer to Diagnostic Trouble Codes on page 37 NOTE The software has an automatic Diagnostic Code Triggered Record function If a diagnostic fault occurs while you are testing a vehicle the software automatically alerts you with a screen message and creates a recording for playback To replay these recordings refer to Play back on page 67 A WARNING Before performing any tests refer to the Safety Precautions and instructions provided in this User Guide and the warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer In addition follow any warnings and descriptions provided on the scan tool screens A WARNING During active testing bi direc tional component activation is automatically inhib ited when required to allow components adequate time to cool down Do not bypass this cool down period by restarting the test or by using any other means of
84. l OBD Il test and the Message or Diagnostic Menu screen appears for the other scan diagnostic tests However this is not always true and can vary by vehicle Scan Tool User Guide 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection Non 0BD Il Vehicle Cable Connection This type of connection generally requires the DB25 Power cable 3305 72 or another vehicle specific cable NOTE Some non ODB II vehicles may require the System Smart 25 pin cable To connect the DB25 Power cable or another similar cable follow these steps 1 Locate the required adapter and connect the adapter s 8 pin connector to the cable s 8 pin connector Figure 3 12 Adapter Connection to DB25 Power Cable 2 Connectthe cable s 25 pin connector to the DB25 port on the top of the scan tool Finger tighten the connecting screws see Figure 3 13 Figure 3 13 DB25 Power Cable Connection to Scan Tool NOTE Extension cable 3305 71 can be used between the scan tool and the DB25 Power cable 17 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection 3 Connect the cables s power plug into the vehicle s 5 With the Required Cables illustration still displayed on cigarette lighter receptacle the scan tool press the ENTER key This initiates communication with the vehicle s computer and displays the next screen 6 Do one of the following e If either a System Readiness Test message screen or a Quick Test r
85. l Test Screen EXamples ii A a Ee i AAA Ce 64 Instructional Screen Example 0 0 cc ee ee eee eee tees 64 Bi Directional Control Screen Examples 64 Playback usais 0G Cee eee een eee aes eee ae a il Scan Tool User Guide Contents System SCOUD riadas OF Basic Procegure EE 69 USB Drive Tool Update as 645 e AAA 69 Contrast AdJUST 20000200040 e 284 AAA AAA A EERE Oo a een 70 Se date Ed Le NEEN 71 Printer Header it a Di dd o E a te ds SS ds 71 UNIDO FAUIUS sees tri a ees le a eh beck we Be ee ea eo ed be ae Se ee 72 REVISION BCEE 72 Dial UD SCUINGS lt 200 cc cee nie A AA ee ee ee 72 Technical SUDDO as sete a oe sce ected o ee 73 User Interface Selection 258 REA AAA SESE ERAS EERE EE CON EEN 73 Golor gt cheme Selection de aa a id 73 FUNCTION Key ASSIGOAMENES ciu AA AAA A i 73 HardWare Wests iia rd dd des 74 Languages cias iia da A e ads 74 DISK USAGE 24 04 cited RA AD AE AAA O ata dl A oe Rk 74 Fle System ee it Bes A A RA A ee nese nad ace 74 A O Infrared Printer Operation cirio ia ds 75 USB Ierger ia aes 75 SPX Corporation Limited Warranty Inside back cover Scan Tool User Guide iii Safety Precautions A DANGER When an engine is operating keep the service area WELL VENTILATED or attach a building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system Engines produce carbon monoxide an odorless poisonous gas that causes slower reaction time and can lead to serious personal injury or
86. l difference between the read ings for an item the conflict is most likely due to a timing difference of when the PCMs reported the data e If there is a large difference between the read ings for an item suspect a broken wire or PCM fault 6 After viewing the items use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 32 Remembered Settings When you have the Datastream screen displayed for a vehicle and you rearrange the data lines or change lines to graphs and then exit the Datastream screen the software automatically remembers the settings the next time you test the same vehicle This applies to the 20 most recently tested vehicles For example if you lock certain lines or sort them the settings will appear the next time you test the vehicle DTC Triggered Recording The scan tool has an automatic DT C Triggered Recording function This function works automati cally and does not appear as an option on any menu If a diagnostic trouble code fault occurs while you are testing a vehicle the scan tool automatically creates a recording for playback and alerts you with a screen message To replay these recordings refer to Playback on page 6 7 Scan Tool User Guide 5 Custom Datastream 3 Select the data items to include in the Datastream display as follows The Custom Datastream function lets you select specific data items to display on the standard Datastream screen a Use the Up and Down Direction key to select
87. l modes are available to check codes serve as a backup fuel setting or function as a service setting as follows 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Road Mode should be used whenever possible to diagnose driveability problems This mode does not include a preset test idle speed or additional advance Field Service Mode grounds the vehicle diagnostic link and triggers the check engine indicator light to flash From the number and speed of the flashes you can determine DTCs and the current state of the Oxygen O2 sensor Back Up Fuel Mode also called limp in mode keeps a disabled vehicle running until it can be repaired This mode supplies injector pulses to the fuel injectors and sets base timing if the Programmable Read Only Memory PROM chip fails Vehicle service manuals refer to this mode as 3 9 K Ohm State or Factory Test State You cannot view sensor or switch data in this mode ALCL Mode automatically sets a test idle speed and additional ignition advance if Road Test data is unavailable or unreliable Vehicle service manuals refer to this mode as 10 K Ohm State or Special State Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen 2 Select Diagnostic States and press the ENTER key to display the Diagnostic States screen shown below Diagnostic Menu Figure 11 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen and Diagnostic States Screen Datastream
88. lor Scheme Selection Screen 3 Select a color scheme and press the ENTER key 4 Follow the instructions that appear on the screens The scan tool may have to be turned off and back on Function Key Assignments The Function Key Assignments function lets you assign specific frequently used applications to the function keys at the bottom of the Application Manager screen 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Function Key Assignments and press the ENTER key Funcoorn Rep Assignments Select Function Key to Change and press ENTER 1 USA 2005 Domestic 2 USA 2005 Asian 3 Fast Fises 2005 4 Contrast Adjust Figure 15 15 Function Key Assignments Screen A Select a function key to change 1 2 3 4 and press the ENTER key This displays a list of applications 4 Select the application to assign to the selected function key and press the ENTER key 5 Follow the instructions that appear on the screens The scan tool may have to be turned off and back on 73 15 System Setup Hardware Tests Hardware Tests The Hardware Tests function lets you test the LCD screen keypad keys and beeper and lets you view the time clock and the serial number for the scan tool 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Hardware Tests and press the ENTER key Hardware Tests s
89. loss of life A WARNINGS e When working with hydraulic or fuel lines liquids under pressure may escape and create a dangerous condition Use adequate ventilation and make sure there are no sparks or possibility of sparks present that may ignite any vapor e Wear an American National Standards Institute ANSI approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles Objects propelled by whirling engine components or pressurized liquids escaping may cause personal injury B 3 e Set the parking brake and block the wheels before testing or repairing a vehicle It is especially important to block the wheels on front wheel drive vehicles because the parking brake does not hold the drive wheels i4 e Do not drive the vehicle and operate the scan tool at the same time Any distractions may cause an accident Have one person operate the scan tool as another person drives the vehicle e Maintain adequate clearance around moving components or belts during testing Moving components and belts can catch loose clothing body parts or test equipment and cause serious damage or personal injury AS e Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases that can result in serious injury To prevent ignition of gases keep lit cigarettes sparks flames and other ignition sources away from the battery at all times e Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced and adhere to all diagnostic procedures and preca
90. n Test Figure 12 3 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Menu Screen 5 Do one of the following e If the SIR warning lamp is off the procedure is complete Use the EXIT key to return to previ ous screens e Ifthe SIR warning lamp is on continue with the next step 6 Select Read Codes from the Diagnostic Trouble Codes menu screen and press the ENTER key NOTE If the Read Codes menu screen appears select Current Codes from the menu and press the ENTER key This displays the DTC Information screen DTC Information Read Codes 00532 Supply B Voltage US Orrver Side Air Bag Igniter 1 Lae Passenger Side Air Bag Igniter 1 c Print Save Pathfinder Figure 12 4 DTC Information Screen 7 View the list and save or print it if necessary To view a saved file refer to Playback on page 67 For printing information refer to Print on page 28 NOTE For more information about DTCs and the DTC Information screen refer to 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes on page 37 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens If necessary use the Clear Codes function to erase the codes from the vehicle s ECU For details refer to Clear Codes on page 48 10 Do any further air bag repairs and repeat the test 61 NOTES 62 Scan Tool User Guide 13 Special Tests Overview The Special Tests function lets you perform special bi directional diagnostic tests on vehicle systems and components The tests let you use the scan too
91. n to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide DTC Status GM Saturn Isuzu The DTC Status function lets you view information about DTCs that have occurred a predetermined number of times such as pass or fail this ignition cycle times failed etc 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the DTC Status Selection screen GM DTC Status Selection H025 Heater Control Circuit Sensor 1 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor Performance SIE MAF Sensor Circuit Low Frequel thE iki MAF Sensor Circuit High Freque et TT SIDOR MAP Sensor Circuit Low Voltage ASW SINTET VT sla e P0032308 SIDEN MAP Sensor Circuit High volt TT HO2S Heater Control Circuit Sensor 1 IER 167 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage PTE T FAILED P0117 ECT Sensor Circuit Low Voltage RITA MAN T FAILED GM DTC Status LAST RESULT FAILED STORED DTC YES TRIGGERED MIL MM Figure 7 21 DTC Status Selection Screen and DTC Status Screen 2 Select a DTC for viewing details and press the ENTER key to display the details 3 When finished viewing the data use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Read Codes Only Use these steps to read DTCs for vehicles that allow reading of codes as one procedure and viewing of codes as a separate procedure review NOTE These steps only read the DTCs You have to use the Review Codes procedure page 47 to view codes after reading them
92. nds or answer any questions Use the ENTER key as instructed See Special Test Screen Examples on page 64 5 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 63 13 Special Tests Special Test Screen Examples Special Test Screen Examples There are two basic types of special test screens instructional and bi directional control Instructional Screen Example Instructional screens contain step by step instruc tions for performing a special test You simply follow the instructions provided on each screen This function is used to prepare the ABS TCS system for bleeding Press ENTER to continue Abort Figure 13 2 Instructional Screen Example 64 Bi Directional Control Screen Examples The bi directional control screens vary in appear ance but they all allow you to manually control the vehicle s relays solenoids lamps and other compo nents Basic Single Component Control Screen The following screen is the basic manual control screen for a single component You press the Start function key to begin and then use the On and Off function keys to control the component ABS Warming Lamp Bn On 1 gt ABS Warning Lamp State 2 gt ABS Warning Lamp Feedback 3 gt Test in progress 4 gt On Flash Exit Figure 13 3 Single Component Control Screen Example Item 1 This area displays the command you have issued through the scan tool On
93. nection generally requires the System Smart 25 pin cable 3305 73 and a System Smart Insert SSI To connect the System Smart 25 pin cable follow these steps 1 Locate the required SSI and insert it into the port on the top of the cable s 25 pin connector Figure 3 9 SSI and System Smart 25 pin Cable 2 Connectthe cable s 25 pin connector to the DB25 port on the top of the scan tool Finger tighten the connecting screws Figure 3 10 System Smart 25 pin Cable Connection to Scan Tool Scan Tool User Guide NOTE Extension cable 3305 71 can be used between the scan tool and the System Smart 25 pin cable 3 Connect the cables s J 1962 connector into the vehicle s DLC located under the vehicle dash Figure 3 11 System Smart 25 pin Cable Connection to Vehicle DLC 4 With the Required Cables illustration still displayed on the scan tool press the ENTER key This initiates communication with the vehicle s computer and displays the next screen 5 Do one of the following e lf either a System Readiness Test message screen or a Quick Test results screen appears continue with Step 3 View the Quick Test Results on page 19 See Figure 3 16 on page 19 e If either a Message screen or a Diagnostic Menu screen appears continue with Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function on page 20 See Figure 3 17 on page 20 NOTE Generally the System Readiness Test or Quick Test results screen appears for Globa
94. number in the status line changes as you move through the recording NOTE There may be a DTC function key you can use to view a list of any DTCs that existed atthe time ofthe recording You can use the To Top function key to move a selected line to the top of the screen You can also use other functions of the Datastream screen such as Graph Print Zoom and Sort Refer to the steps for these in Datastream Functions on page 22 6 When you are finished viewing the recording use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 67 NOTES 68 Scan Tool User Guide 15 System Setup The System Setup functions let you adjust default settings and view information about the scan tool Basic Procedure To access the System Setup functions follow these steps 1 Make sure the scan tool has power 2 Press the On Off button to turn the scan tool on wait for the Application Manager screen to appear 3 Select System Setup and press the ENTER key This displays the System Setup screen Application Manager Programs Available J Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox WI i Quick Start Tutorial Scan Diagnostics Playback 5 ystem Setup Os Le Contrast Adjust USB Drive Tool Update Printer Selection 2005 Dom 2005 Asian E Repar Trad 200 Printer Header Revision Levels BH E Dial Up Settings Technical Support User Interface election 5 2005 Dom
95. o move the magni fied window through the data See Freeze Frame on page 27 Scan Tool User Guide 4 Datastream Datastream Functions About Analog Display When a selected line s data reading is displayed as a graph seeFigure 4 7 you can use the Analog function key to display the line s data as an Analog gauge at the top of the screen see Figure 4 8 When you display the gauge the Digital data line remains displayed in its normal position in the list Also the function key changes from Analog to Digital so you can change the display to back to Digital only You can display up to three gauges at the top of the screen When gauges are displayed you can tempo rarily hide them For details refer to Show Hide Analog on page 31 ABS Ignition Volts ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery Yolts g Frame 1 Press Leth Arrow for Freeze Frame Record t ToTop l23 Digital More Figure 4 8 Datastream Screen Analog Display 25 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Lock The Lock function lets you lock selected data lines so they are always included when recording and printing even if they are below the viewable area of the screen NOTE Generally printing and recording include only the data items within the viewable area of the data display To lock data lines follow these steps 1 With the Datastream screen displayed use the Up or Down Direction key to select the line to lock 2 Press the
96. on 2 The recording will include all data lines that are within view on the screen and locked and graphed lines that are notin view on the screen Optionally do any of the following to select data lines to include in the recording e To lock a line select the line and then press the ENTER key This places a padlock icon at the left side of the line Repeat this for as many lines as you want to lock and include in the recording NOTE To unlock a line select the line again and press the ENTER key again This removes the padlock icon from the left side of the line e Tochange a line to the Graph view select the line and press the Graph function key For details refer to Playback on page 67 e To move a line to the top select the line and press the To Top function key For details refer to To Top on page 26 Scan Tool User Guide 3 Press the Record function key Figure 4 3 on page 22 This does the following e Temporarily shades the Record function key e Automatically records the past 75 frames of data that occurred before pressing the key or however many have occurred if less than 75 continues recording the next 75 frames of data as they occur and then stops recording NOTE Torecord less than 150 frames of data press the EXIT key at any time This stops the recording and saves only the frames already captured e Displays a countdown on the status line of the number of frames left to be recorded from Recor
97. onnect the cable and press the ENTER key on the scan tool use the following steps if either an instructional message screen or the Diagnostic Menu screen appears shown below In addition for OBD II vehicles use the following steps after you have viewed the Quick Test results screen Figure 3 16 on page 19 and pressed the ENTER key 1 With the Required Cables or Connectors illustration still displayed press the ENTER key 2 One or more instruction screens may appear If so read each screen follow the instructions and press the OK function key to display the next screen Do this until the Diagnostic Menu screen appears Diagnostic Menu y Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes or Read Codes Clear Codes Post Collision Test Pathfinder Vehicle Info Controller ID Special Tests Figure 3 17 Diagnostic Menu Screen NOTE The screen shown above is only an example It shows all possible options for the Diagnostic menu During real testing only the options available for the vehi cle being tested will appear on this screen 20 A Select the option for the diagnostic function to perform and press the ENTER key e Select Datastream to view sensor and switch datastream information For details refer to Datastream on page 21 e Select Custom Datastream to view live data readings for specific sensors and switches and to increase the refresh rate by viewing fewer items than normal Datastream For details
98. ontains repair instructions for hard to diagnose pattern failures on vehicles with 50 000 or more miles NOTE You can also access the Repair Trac software from the scan tool s Repair Information menu If you do this you will need to enter the vehicle information again 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Repair Trac and press the ENTER key to display the Repair Trac Symptoms screen 3 Fromthelistofsymptoms select a symptom to view and press the ENTER key This displays the Problems and Fixes screen shown below Repair Trac 539 NS 1996 T Pontiac Car Grand Am E ENGINE PCM 2 4 T 45PD Automatic GM 1992 19 MLSE Select Symptom CCR Computer Command Ride Light on After installation of Passive Struts Repair Trac Problems and Fises GM 1992 1999N 1996T Pontiac Car Grandin SEE ENGINE PCM 2 4T 45PDiutomat ic RT CODE T336 SYSTEM Brakes ABS xi E Print Figure 8 2 Repair Trac Symptoms Screen and Repair Trac Problems and Fixes Screen NOTE The RT Repair Trac Code on the screen is not a part of any diagnostic trouble code DTC 4 View the description and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 49 8 Pathfinder Fast Fixes Fast Fixes The Fast Fixes option lets you access the Fast Fixes software from within the Scan Diagnostics
99. ory number of engine starts since DTC s were first detected to see if they are current or intermittent Trip Counts number of trips since DTCs were last cleared KOEO Key on engine off DT C reading function that lets you read MECS slow codes without descriptions Self Diagnostics lets you manually acti vate system tests that check for DTCs Usually includes a KOEO test and a KOER key on engine running test Options lets you test the function of the output relays and lets you do a wiggle test to check for intermittent breaks in circuitry on the Read Codes screen and then press the ENTER key Current or Present or Permanent Codes DTCs that have occurred a specified number of times and indicate a problem that requires repair Pending or Temporary Codes DTCs that have occurred at least once but have not occurred enough times to be considered Current use to check recent repairs because it shows DTCs after only one drive cycle Fail Since Clear current and pending DTCs that have occurred since the last time DTCs were cleared from the ECU History or Past Codes DTCs that have occurred intermittently and are not currently active Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL codes which are DTCs for the check engine light Scan Tool User Guide e Failure Records datastream snapshots automatically recorded by the ECU that show actual data values at the
100. ouble code DTC 39 engine starts since second diagnostic trouble code DTC 15 engine starts since third diagnostic trouble code DTC d n Print Figure 7 7 Diagnostic Trouble Code History Screen 40 View the list and optionally print it Be aware of the following e The first DTC in the list is the oldest e The number of engine starts cycles is since the code was first detected e If engine starts is 1 the DTC occurred during the last ignition cycle and is current e If engine starts is 2 or more the code is present as an intermittent code but is not current e If no codes are found a number shows how many engine starts have occurred up to 255 times since the codes were last cleared When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Trip Counts Chrysler Jeep The Trip Counts function tells you how many trips have occurred since the DTCs were last cleared Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Trip Counts screen Trip counts Figure 7 8 Trip Counts Screen 2 Be aware of the following e Warm ups are the number of times the engine has reached operating temperature e Trips are the number of times the engine has been warmed up and driven long enough to meet critical system conditions 3 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide KOEO Self Test Ford Mazda The KOEO
101. rame 1 Record Press Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame T ToTop More 3 Digital Figure 4 5 Datastream Screen LED Display Function Scan Tool User Guide About Graph Display If a selected line s data reading is a number usually a sensor reading such as 14 4 V 1 1 V or 23 Amps you can use the Graph function key to display the line s data as a graph For example see Figure 4 6 and Figure 4 7 Notice how the function key changes to Analog so you can change the display to Analog see the next section NOTE The function key toggles from Graph to Analog to Digital and back to Graph ABS Ignition olts ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Brake Telltale Command Brakes Available Enable Relay Command Frame 1 Press Leth Arrow for Freeze Frame E Record AA Graph T ToTop More Figure 4 6 Datastream Screen Digital Display ABS Ignition Yolts ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circurt Frame O4 Freeze Frame E Record Analog ToTop More Figure 4 7 Datastream Screen Graph Display The graph has a past activity section and a magnified live activity window The minimum and maximum measurements appear to the right of the graph and the digital reading is below the graph You can use the Left and Right Direction keys t
102. roduced in the engine at the time the data GE sensors read data is not measured until 9 to 14 seconds later when the exhaust gas reaches the probe that is inserted in the tail pipe Shifting the Pathfinder readings puts a time delay on the sensor datas EH tream readings so they match the gas readings Vehicle Information Integrated Diagnostics Scan Gas Diagnostic Codes a Snap the throttle open 2 or 3 times to set a full rich condition count the number of seconds for the HC gas value to show the rich condition Figure 6 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen A oe ar d n Print 2 Select Integrated Diagnostics Scan Gas and ef HC 214 CL Zoom press the ENTER key ES 02 2 30 z SS ae 3 Selecta data group for viewing and press the ENTER English Units key This displays the Begin Zero screen V V SE ba Ganea Engine speed 26 PEREI ITP Sensor 2 79 Hide Analog Vehicle Speed Sensor 2 Frame 1 0 Record HA Graph ToTop ES More Gas O pio nal Remowe the Sample Probe from vehicle exhaust Figure 6 4 More Function Key Gas Options select OK to begin zero b On the scan tool press the More function key use the Direction key to select Gas Options and press the ENTER key This displays the Gas Correlation Time Shift screen Figure 6 5 on page 36 Figure 6 2 Begin Zero Screen 4 Follow the instructions on the screen and then press the OK function key This zeros the gas module
103. s ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery olts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Brake Telltale State Brake Telltale Circuit Brake Telltale Command Brakes Available Enable Relay Command Fress Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame Graph ToTop More Figure 4 22 Datastream Screen LED Bar Displayed 4 Notice the following about the LED bar e P N is the park neutral indicator e TCC is the torque converter clutch indicator e A C is the air conditioning indicator e Closed and Open are the operating loop indi cators e Rich and Lean are the O2 sensor indicators Scan Tool User Guide T h 25 MPH Reached Ign No ABS Active No Metric Units ABS Relay Command Off ABS Warm Lamp Hide Analog Frame 1 Press Lett Arrow for Freeze Frame 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Show Hide Analog When analog gauges are displayed at the top of the Datastream screen the Show Hide Analog function on the More menu lets you temporarily hide the gauges or display them again NOTE To originally display analog gauges or to entirely turn them off refer to Graph Analog LED Digital on page 24 To hide or show the analog gauges follow these steps oN os Wi spd ye On Hide LED Bar E Record lea Digital T ToTop More Figure 4 23 Datastream Screen Show Hide Analog Function With the Datastream screen displayed press the MORE function key Use the Down Direction key to select the Hide Analog or Show
104. s The tests usually include a key on engine off KOEO test and a key on engine running KOER test 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Self Diagnostics screen Self Diagnostics ECEO Self Test BOER Self Test Figure 7 11 Self Diagnostics Screen 2 Select KOEO Self Test or KOER Self Test and press the ENTER key This displays a test instruction screen Figure 7 12 KOEO Self Test KOER Self Test Turn off AJC and Accessories 3 Turn Key On Engine Off Turn off AJC and Accessories Fans could start without warning Engine MUST be running at Press OK to perform KOEO Self Test normal operating temperature vd OK Cancel Press OK to continue vd OK Cancel Figure 7 12 KOEO and KOER Self Test Instruction Screens A Follow the instructions on the screen and press the OK function key to start the test WARNING Maintain adequate clearance around moving components or belts during testing Moving components and belts can catch loose clothing body parts or test equipment and cause serious damage or personal injury KOEO Self Test KOER Self Test KOER Self State Active Active KOEO Self State Test in progress Turn wheel 1 4 turn tap brake and toggle TCS if available Press EXIT to Quit Test in progress 0 57 Test in progress 0 54 Exit Exit Figure 7 13 KOEO an KOER Self Test Screens 41 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read
105. s print information and perform special device control tests on the vehicle Figure 1 1 Scan Tool Connected to Vehicle DLC In addition the scan tool contains several software applications that let you look up repair information without being connected to a vehicle Scan Tool User Guide When you turn the scan tool on the Application Manager screen displays icons or a menu for selecting the software applications in the scan tool as shown and described below NOTE You can change the screen to display either icons ora menu as shown below For details refer to User Inter face Selection on page 73 Application Manager Application Manager Programs Available Programs Available Scan Diagnostics Scan Diagnostics Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox Playback System Setup Quick Start Tutorial 4 i y 3 Playback System Setup Quick Start Tutorial Figure 1 2 Application Manager Screen Examples e Scan Diagnostics this option leads to the vehicle diagnostic software applications Domestic Asian ABS Air Bag European Latin America Global OBD II GM SPS Reprogramming and Cartridge Reader Module e Repair Information this option leads to the repair information software applications Repair Trac Fast Fixes Code Library and InfoTech e Diagnostic Toolbox this option leads to the specialized diagnostic software applications Remote Di
106. s you view datastream snapshots that were automatically recorded by the ECU when one or more DTCs occurred By viewing the actual data values from the time of a fault you may be able to determine what caused the fault 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Freeze Frame Selection screen Freeze Frame Selection Freeze Frame ll Freeze Frame 1 Freeze Frame 2 Freeze Frame 3 Freeze Frame 4 Freeze Frame 5 Freeze Frame 6 Freeze Frame 7 Freeze Frame 6 Freeze Frame 9 POTOS4 MAF MAF Circuit High Input Engine RPM Throttle Position Engine Coolant Temp O2 Sensor 1 1 Yolts Vehicle Speed spark Advance Calc Engine Load DTC s Set Fuel Sys Status Bnkl Figure 7 6 Freeze Frame Selection Screen and DTC Freeze Frame Screen 2 Select a Frame and press the ENTER key to display the snapshot data shown above NOTE Each frame contains a snapshot from when a DTC occurred 3 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 39 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Code History Chrysler Jeep The Code History function shows how many times the engine has been started since each fault was first detected From this information you can determine if a DTC is current or intermittent 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Diagnostic Trouble Code History screen Diagnostic Trouble Code History 127 engine starts since first diagnostic tr
107. safe location USB Drive optional Figure 1 11 Portable USB Drive A portable USB drive is used for updating the scan tool software Free updates are available periodi cally on the Internet at www genisysotc com Scan Tool User Guide I General Information Component Descriptions DLC Cables Add On Hardware Modules optional The DLC cable connects the scan tool to the vehi When you purchase the Cartridge Reader InfoTech cle s data link connector DLC The cable used Scope or Gas M P software applications you receive an depends on the type of vehicle being tested The two add on hardware module that connects to the back of the most common cables are shown below An optional scan tool extension cable may also be used NOTE For purchasing details contact your local tool NOTE The scan tool software tells you which cable must distributor be used for the vehicle you are testing For details refer to Step 1 Enter the Vehicle Information on page 14 System Smart 25 Pin Cable 3305 73 The System Smart 25 pin cable is for On Board Diagnostic II OBD II vehicles Figure 1 12 System Smart 25 Pin Cable DB25 Power Cable 3305 72 The DB25 power cable is for non OBD II vehicles and some OBD II vehicles Figure 1 13 DB25 Power Cable Figure 1 16 Scope Module and Test Probes Scan Tool User Guide 5 I General Information software Descriptions Software Descriptions This section describes t
108. se on the Data stream screen Most of the functions are activated with the function keys at the bottom of the screen These functions described in detail on the next few pages include the following e Record records the data for viewing again at a later time See next column e Graph Analog LED Digital depending on the type of data on a line changes the view of a selected line from digital to graphical analog or LED See page 24 e To Top moves a selected data item to the top of the screen See page 26 e Lock locks selected data lines so they are always included when recording and printing even if they are below the viewable area of the screen See page 26 e Freeze Frame freezes the data acquisition and displays past data See page 27 NOTE The following functions are on the menu that appears when you press the More function key e Pathfinder provides quick access to the Pathfinder functions from within the Scan Diagnostic applica tions See page 27 e Print prints the data in the viewable area of the current data display See page 28 e Zoom enlarges the view of a data line See page 28 e Sort rearranges the data alphabetically or with the LED and graphed lines at the top See page 29 e English Metric Units changes the units of measure for the data from English to Metric or vice versa See page 30 e Show Hide LED Bar displays a row o
109. se the Left and Right Direc tion keys to scroll through screens one screen at a time e The screen s data updates as the software reads from the vehicle s ECU Each update is Figure 4 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen called a frame of data e The function keys at the bottom of the screen let you perform several other functions on the screen For details refer to the next section NOTE Optionally you can use Custom Functions Overview on page 22 Datastream and select specific datastream items for viewing For details refer to Custom Datastream on page 33 2 Select Datastream and press the ENTER key This displays the Datastream screen e The status line above the function keys displays current software status information e You can stop and start the live readings at any time When you stop the readings the data freezes on the screen For details refer to Freeze Frame on page 27 NOTE Ifa group selection screen appears select a group and press the ENTER key to display the Datas tream screen e The LED bar directly above the status line appears only when you use the More function key LED Bar option For details refer to Show Hide LED Bar on page 30 4 When you are finished using the screen press the EXIT key to return to the Diagnostic Menu screen Scan Tool User Guide 21 4 Datastream Datastream Functions Datastream Functions Functions Overview There are several functions you can u
110. sion Levels system 1 01 Application External Application 1 03 Figure 15 10 Revision Levels Screen A View the information 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Dial Up Settings The Dial Up Settings function lets you set up IP addresses for communications wired or wireless between the scan tool and a PC or external device 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Dial Up Settings and press the ENTER key Computer IP 192 168 000 001 192 168 000 00 010 072 033 001 010 072 033 002 070 022 035 117 070 022 035 118 148 029 063 179 148 029 063 180 223 200 199 009 223 200 199 010 Channel IP Figure 15 11 Dial Up Settings Screens 3 On each screen that appears select a dial up number or IP Address to edit and press the ENTER key NOTE Select an IP Address that is not in use by your network or another scan tool If you are using multiple scan tools use a different IP Address for each tool 4 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide Technical Support The Technical Support function displays technical support information 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 69 to display the System Setup screen see Figure 15 1 2 Select Technical Support and press the ENTER key Technical Support G Contact Information All questions concerning warr
111. splay Scope Multimeter Scope with InfoTech Gas M P and ConnecTech e Playback leads to a screen for viewing saved data recordings e System Setup leads to screens for adjusting default scan tool settings and viewing system information e Quick Start Tutorial for viewing an overview of how to use the scan tool keys and screens e Function Keys four function keys at the bottom of the screen are for quick access to applications that you use frequently For more information about these software applica tions refer to Software Descriptions on page 6 I General Information Component Descriptions Component Descriptions Genisys Scan Tool Front View Figure 1 3 Scan Tool Front View 1 LCD Screen displays the menus and data screens Also displays a battery charge level indicator at the top of the screen when the scan tool is turned on Variable Function Keys four keys that correspond with buttons on some screens execute special commands MENU Key provides quick access to the Global OBD II application if held down while turning the scan tool on Direction Keys Up Down Left and Right select an option or scroll through a screen of data or text EXIT Key exits a screen and generally displays the previous screen HELP Key displays helpful information ENTER Key executes a selected option and generally displays the next screen Back View F E me
112. t on individual system being serviced During complete bleeding operation do not allow brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry Keep the master cylinder reservoirs filled with high performance dot 3 motor vehicle brake fluid C64zZ 19542 A4B or dot 3 high performance dot 3 brake fluid Y La Print Figure 8 10 Brake Bleed Procedure Example Screens k E Print 4 View the procedure and optionally print it Refer to Print on page 28 5 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 52 Scan Tool User Guide Oil Light Reset Test Procedure The Oil Light Reset Test Procedure option lets you view a description of the oil light reset test procedure for the vehicle 1 Follow the steps in Basic Procedure on page 49 to display the Pathfinder screen see Figure 8 1 2 Select Oil Light Reset Test Procedure and press the ENTER key Oil Light Reset Test Procedure W O Driver Information Center 1 Turn the ignition to RUN but the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal Slowly three times within five seconds 3 If the CHANGE GIL GOCHN light flashes the system is resetting 4 Turn the key to OFF 5 Start the vehicle 6 The oil life will change to 100 7 If the Change Dil Soon light come back on the system has not reset Repeat the E Figure 8 12 Oil Light Reset Test Procedure Screen A View the description and print it if necessary Refer to Print on page 28 4 Press the B
113. ta line on the Datastream screen NOTE This function applies to digital graph and LED display lines The function can be used for the normal display or for a frozen display To zoom the data lines follow these steps iden AA O Es Print ABS Ignition Volts ABS Stop fa Zoom ABS Warning Lamp Battery Yolts Sort Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit Ok Brake Telltale State Off Brake Telltale Circuit Open Zog LED Bar Frame 1 Press Left Arrow for Fr Record Analog ToTop More Metric Units Hide Analog Figure 4 15 Datastream Screen Zoom Function 1 With the Datastream screen displayed use the Up or Down Direction key to select the digital LED or graph line to change N Press the More function key LA Use the Down Direction key to select the Zoom function 4 Press the ENTER key This magnifies the selected line as shown in Figure 4 16 ABS Stop ABS Warning Lamp Battery Yolts Brake Switch Brake Switch Circuit I Frame 1 Record Press Left Arrow for Freeze Frame Analog ToTop More Figure 4 16 Datastream Screen Zoom Function 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each line to change 6 Toremove the Zoom view from a line select the line with the zoomed view and then select the More Zoom function again see steps 2 3 and 4 Scan Tool User Guide Sort The Sort function on the Datastream screen s More menu lets you rearr
114. ted ECUs programmable read only memory PROM e Diagnostic States GM place a vehicle in special test modes states e Post Collision Tests Air Bag view instruc tions for testing air bags after repair s e Special Tests perform special diagnostic tests by manually controlling system compo nents A WARNING Before performing any diagnostic functions refer to the Safety Precautions and instruc tions provided in the User Guide and the warnings pro vided by the vehicle manufacturer In addition follow any warnings and descriptions provided on the scan tool screens 13 3 Scan Diagnostics Applications Test Startup and Vehicle Connection Test Startup and Vehicle Connection This chapter includes the following steps ATTE Step 1 Enter the Vehicle Information below Programs Available Step 2 Connect the Cable on page 16 T Step 3 View the Quick Test Results on page 19 USA 2005 Domestic USA 2005 Asian Global OBD II Step 4 Select the Diagnostic Function on page 20 We f SC Cartridge Reader E Latin merica USA 2003 European Step 1 Enter the Vehicle Information pa E O Aw Use the following steps to enter vehicle information USA 2004 ABS Air GM SPS Reprogramming Bag and to determine which cable to use for the commu nication connection between the scan tool and the e 205 Dom 7 2005 Asian d Corps vehicle s DLC Figure 3 4 Scan Diagnostics Screen Graphic User Interface 1 Press the On Off
115. th the InfoTech application Scope data displays on the top half of the screen and InfoTech test instructions display on the bottom half of the screen Refer to the separate Scope InfoTech User Guide e Gas M P is for using the scan tool along with the Gas add on module and exhaust sampling equipment to gather and analyze exhaust gas data Refer to the separate Gas M P User Guide e ConnecTech with the scan tool connected to a personal computer PC lets you operate the scan tool through a ConnecTech application installed on the PC You can also use the ConnecTech application to view datastream file recorded to a USB drive Refer to the separate ConnecTech Quick Start Guide Playback Function When you select Playback from the Application Manager screen Figure 1 17 on page 6 the Events to Playback screen appears as shown below Events to Playback Select Event m GM 1990 1999 Le 1991 Buick Regal ENGINE PCM 3 1 Mon Now 11 2002 1721 GM 1990 1999 L s 1996 Pontiac Car Grand m ABS wrih WES Mon Mow 11 2002 1719 Ford 2000 2002 4 2002 Ford Car Crown Victoria ABS 4565 Mon Nov17 2002 1718 mj jave Delete To Top Figure 1 22 Events to Playback Screen The Playback function lets you view data recorded with the Datastream Record function see page 22 and the DTC Triggered Recording function see page 32 It also lets you save and delete recorded files For details refer to Pl
116. the User Guide if an Open With box appears click the Cancel button and do one of the follow ing to install Acrobat Reader e Toinstall an English version insert the NGIS Software Suite CD into the PC s CD drive When the installation Welcome window appears click Cancel then Yes then Finish Then click the Windows Start button and click Run to display the Run box Click the Browse button and then select My Computer drive where CD is and AcroReader51_ENU exe Click the Open button or OK Then click the OK button in the Run box and follow the on screen instructions e To install a version for another language go to the website http www adobe com products acro bat reader_archive html Win Disclaimer Acrobat Reader is licensed and copyrighted by Adobe Systems Incorporated It is provided as a courtesy not a license for use If you install it you must accept and abide by the terms of it s license agreement which display the first time you start the application Scan Tool User Guide 2 Setup Provide Power to Scan Tool Before using the scan tool you must provide power to the scan tool There are three methods for provid ing power to the scan tool e AC DC external power adapter e Cable connection to vehicle e Internal battery pack During vehicle testing power for the scan tool is usually provided through the vehicle cable connec tion Therefore it is not necessary to have the internal battery pack fully
117. tions refer to System 2 0 Upgrade OTC P N 534223 or NGIS Software Appli cation Installation and Updates OTC P N 534168 Software Applications Overview When you turn the scan tool on the Application Manager screen displays options for selecting the software applications in the scan tool as shown below and on the next few pages Application Manager Screen The Application Manager screen contains either icons or a menu of the groups of software installed in the scan tool All current software applications are included in the scan tool but only authorized unlocked applications are available for use NOTE You can change the screen to display either icons ora menu as shown below For details refer to User Inter face Selection on page 73 Application Manager Application Manager Programs Available Programs Available O Scan Diagnostics Scan Diagnostics Repair Information Diagnostic Toolbox Repair Information des C 2 g 3 Quick Start Tutorial Diagnostic Toolbox Playback System Setup Quick Start Tutorial Playback 5 ystem Setup Figure 1 17 Application Manager Screen Examples With the Application Manager screen displayed you use the Direction arrow keys to select an option and then press the ENTER key to display the next screen The options on the Application Manager screen are described in the next few sections as follows e Scan Diagnostic Applications on page 7 e Repa
118. tream Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic States Figure 10 1 Diagnostic Menu Screen 2 Select Prom ID and press the ENTER key A PROM ID 44 Figure 10 2 Prom ID Screen 3 View the information 4 Use the EXIT key to return to previous screens Scan Tool User Guide Controller ID The Controller ID function displays identification information about the selected ECU Audi and Volkswagen To display the Controller ID information follow these steps 1 Follow the instructions in Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 14 to display the Diagnostic Menu screen Diagnostic Menu Datastream Custom Datastream Diagnostic Codes or Read Codes Clear Codes Post Collision Test Pathfinder Vehicle Info Controller ID Figure 10 3 Diagnostic Menu Screen 2 Select Controller ID and press the ENTER key This displays the ECU Identification Data screen ECU Identification Data Gott ode 16551 Yolkswagen 460906 018 CL Component 1 6L R4 s T G 0001 Shop WSC 26 Press Any Key to Return Figure 10 4 ECU Identification Screen A View the data 4 When finished use the EXIT key to return to previous screens 97 NOTES 58 Scan Tool User Guide 11 Diagnostic States GM For some older GM vehicle engine ECUs the Diag nostic States function lets you place a vehicle in special test modes states The Road Mode is normally used for diagnostic testing and three addi tiona
119. urn to previous screens NOTE Use the Review Codes option to view the codes again refer to Review Codes on page 47 To clear the codes refer to Clear Codes on page 48 Scan Tool User Guide Idle Air Adjust The Idle Air Adjust function checks the status of the base idle RPM 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display the Options screen Output State Idle Air Adjust Wiggle Tes Idle air adjust is e fnr II min Ford KOER Test Has engine been run Ford KOER Test Verify ignition is off Yes Ford KOER Test Self test initiated Wait for codes Wait 112 113 114 112 113 114 116 116 Time remaining in seconds 111 Exit Figure 7 16 Options Screen and Idle Air Test Instruction Screens KOER Test 2 Select Idle Air Adjust and press the ENTER key Several instruction screens appear shown above 3 Read the screens and follow all instructions If necessary use the function keys to answer any questions NOTE Use the Review Codes option to view the codes again refer to Review Codes on page 4 To clear the codes refer to Read Flash Codes on page 46 Scan Tool User Guide 7 Diagnostic Trouble Codes Read Codes Wiggle Test The Wiggle Test function lets you check for intermit tent breaks in connections and for open or short circuits by manually wiggling vehicle wires 1 Follow the steps in Read and Display Codes on page 37 to display
120. utions Failure to do so could result in personal injury or otherwise unneeded repairs e Use only specially designed replacement parts brake hoses and lines for ABS equipped vehicles ABS e After bleeding the brake system check the brake pedal for excessive travel or a spongy feel Bleed again if either condition is present e When installing transmitting devices Citizen Band radio telephone etc on ABS equipped vehicles do not locate the antenna near the ABS control unit or any other control unit IMPORTANTS e To avoid damaging the scan tool or generating false data make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and secure e Do not place the scan tool on the distributor of a vehicle Strong electro magnetic interference can damage the scan tool e Never disconnect or reconnect any electrical connector while the ignition is on Control unit damage may result iv Scan Tool User Guide 1 General Information Introduction The Genisys scan tool is an easy to use tool for reading information from a vehicle s electronic control units The scan tool has an memory card that contains the operating system and software applications With the tool properly connected to a vehicle s data link connector DLC you can use the tool to read diag nostic trouble codes and view live data readings from the vehicle s ECUs You can save recordings of the data reading
121. volt power 4 Memory Card Slot with Cover holds the System adapter for powering the tool and recharging the 2 0 Memory Card DO NOT REMOVE MEMORY internal battery CARD UNLESS PERFORMING SOFTWARE UPDATES TO CARD 2 PC Card Slot holds an interface card for devices such as a modem Ethernet network and wireless communications 3 Smart Card Slot holds a Smart Card used to authorize unlock software applications in the scan tool I General Information Component Descriptions Compact Disc CD Figure 1 7 NGIS Software Suite CD The NGIS Software Suite contains a PC software application that you use to download software from the Internet to a PC and then to copy the software from the PC to a tool The CD also contains the following applications NGIS Tool Update software NGIS User Guides ConnecTech PC software NGIS Remote Display PC software Memory Card Figure 1 8 Memory Card into Scan Tool Slot The memory card contains the scan tool s operating software and applications DO NOT REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD UNLESS PERFORMING SOFT WARE UPDATES TO CARD PC Card optional Figure 1 9 Wireless PC Card The PC card is an interface card for devices such as ConnecTech wireless communications Smart Cards Figure 1 10 Smart Card Smart Cards are used to authorize unlock software applications in the scan tool IMPORTANT You receive a Smart Card for each purchased application keep them in a
122. y Compare whatis commanded by the scan tool to the state ofthe component being read by the ECU to the actual physical state of the component Item 5 The More menu contains basic Datastream functions For details refer to Datastream Functions on page 22 Scan Tool User Guide 13 Special Tests Special Test Screen Examples Solenoid Relay Controls Screen The following screen is the basic manual control screen for a solenoid and enable relay You press the Start function key to begin when you press Start the key name changes to Exit You then use the Sole noid and Relay function keys to control the compo nents Manual control LF Hold 4 _ LF Hold solenoid state Enable relay state LF Hold solenoid command On 2 _ LF Hold solenoid feedback Low Enable relay state On 3 Test In progress 4 9 4_ gt H Solenoid H Relay Exit Figure 13 5 Solenoid Relay Controls Screen Example Item 1 This area displays the commands you have issued through the scan tool On Off Item 2 This area displays the states of the components being read by the ECU The bottom of this area may also contain special test instructions Item 3 The status line displays the current status of the test Item A The function keys let you manually control the compo nent as necessary Compare what is commanded by the scan tool to the state of the component being read by the ECU to the actual physical state of t

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