GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK

Printed in USA 3/99

Manual P/N 02002745
 GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK

GLOBAL OBD II
WITH TOOLPAK
APPLICATION
Operator's Manual

Diagnostics for Vehicle Electronics

GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK
 GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK

GLOBAL OBD II
WITH TOOLPAK
APPLICATION
Operator's Manual
GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK

SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

! CAUTION: EXHAUST GAS

When performing any checks with the engine running

in an enclosed space such as a garage, be sure there is proper
ventilation. Never inhale exhaust gases; they contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless extremely dangerous gas which
can cause unconsciousness or death.

! CAUTION:

To help avoid personal injury always set the parking brake

securely and block the drive wheels before performing any
checks or repairs on the vehicle.

DISCLAIMER

The Mastertech, Tech 1A and Tech 1 are designed for use by trained service
personnel only. They have been developed for the sole purpose of diagnos-
ing and repairing automotive electronic systems. Every attempt has been
made to provide complete and accurate technical information based on
factory service information available at the time of publication. However, the
right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

FCC COMPLIANCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equip-
ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Copyright © 1999 Vetronix Corporation Printed in USA 3/99

TECH 1®, TECH 1A®, and Mastertech® Manual P/N 02002745
are registered trademarks of Vetronix Corporation
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INTRODUCTION

This document provides a basic description of the Global OBD II Software.

This software is contained on the Application Cartridge and performs the
basic functions required by the California Air Resource Board (CARB) as
part of the On-Board Diagnostics Phase II (OBD II).

OBD II IMPLEMENTATION

The OBD II system was implemented on some production vehicles in early

1994, even though automobile manufacturers were required to meet the
OBD II regulation for all vehicles sold in California by 1996. Because of their
early adaptation, 1994-95 vehicles equipped with the OBD II system (pre-
1996) were given exemptions by the California Air Resources Board. These
exemptions gave automobile manufacturers the opportunity to implement
certain OBD II modes for 1994-95.

When performing diagnostics on 1994-95 vehicles and communication

problems occur when using the Global OBD II Software, the communication
problem may be a vehicle software problem. If communication problems
occur, refer to the service manual or Technical Service Bulletin information
published by the manufacturer for the vehicle being tested. Communication
problems between the tester and vehicle will not cause incorrect electronic
powertrain operation.

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GLOBAL OBD II WITH TOOLPAK SOFTWARE FUNCTIONS

The Global OBD II with Toolpak Software performs the following functions:

• Automatic determination of the communication protocol.

• Display of the Readiness Tests status.

• Display of the vehicle’s Current Data parameters.

• Display of Freeze Frame Data saved by the controller.

• Display of Diagnostic Trouble Codes saved by the controller.

• Clearing Emission-Related Diagnostic Information (DTCs, Freeze Data,

and Readiness Test Status).

• Display of O2 Sensor Test Results.

• Display of Pending Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) saved by the

controller.

• Display of test results for non-continuously monitored systems.

• Display of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stored by the vehicle

controller.

• Display of software calibration identification number contained within the

vehicle ECU.

• Display of software verification number within the vehicle ECU software.

• Enable conditions required to conduct an evaporation system leak test.

• Provides useful information to help diagnose and troubleshoot OBD II

compliant vehicles.

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OBD II SYSTEM AND VEHICLE INFORMATION

MONITOR OPERATION

The OBD II system is capable of identifying the likely area of a malfunction

within the electronic powertrain control system. Observe the following
before beginning diagnostic service:

• MIL OPERATION. When excessive tailpipe emissions or powertrain

component failure are detected by the OBD II system, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate.

• LOW FUEL TANK LEVEL. Automobile manufacturers may disable OBD

II monitors which can be affected by running the vehicle out of fuel
(example: a monitor may become disabled when fuel tank volume is
below 15% of maximum fuel tank capacity).

• ALTITUDE. Automobile manufacturers may disable OBD II monitors

which can be affected by altitude (example: a monitor may become
disabled when vehicle is operated above 8,000 feet elevation).

• AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. Automobile manufacturers may disable

OBD II monitors which can be affected by ambient temperature (ex-
ample: a monitor may become disabled when a vehicle is started below
20°F ambient).

• POWER TAKE-OFF UNIT. Automobile manufacturers may disable

OBD II monitors which can be affected by power take-off unit operation
(example: a monitor may become disabled when a vehicle power take-
off is engaged or active).

All of the above are part of the California Air Resources Board
OBD II regulation and are options available to the automobile manufacturer
for vehicle Powertrain Control Module (PCM) development. In the case of
some monitors, per the above, a manufacturer may have determined that
a monitor is unreliable or not complete when certain conditions exist,
therefore not enabling proper operation.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

1. TEST MODES AVAILABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

2. HARDWARE REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
3. GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
4. TEST MODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
MODE F0: DATA LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
SUBMODE F0: DISPLAY DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
DATA LIST MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
SUBMODE F1: DATA SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
F0: ALL PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
F1: USER LIST PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
MULTIPLE ECUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
MODE F1: READINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
MODE F2: DTCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
SUBMODE F0: READ DTCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
SUBMODE F1: FREEZE DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
SUBMODE F2: CLEAR INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
SUBMODE F3: PENDING DTCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
MODE F3: SNAPSHOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
SUBMODE F4: TRIGGER POINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
TRIGGER POINT SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
SUBMODE F3: SNAPSHOT REPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
SNAPSHOT DATA CAPTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
SNAPSHOT REPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
MODE F4: OBD CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
SUBMODE F0: EVAP LEAK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
MODE F5: SYSTEM TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
SUBMODE F0: OXYGEN SENSOR RESULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
SUBMODE F1: OTHER RESULTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
MODE F8: INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30
SUBMODE F0: VIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30
SUBMODE F1: S/W CALIB. ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
SUBMODE F2: S/W VERIF. ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32
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SECTION PAGE
MODE F9: OBD II TOOLPAK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
SUBMODE F0: DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
SUBMODE F0: PREP VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37
SUBMODE F1: PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
SUBMODE F9: REPAIR VERIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
SUBMODE F1: PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
SUBMODE F0: DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
SUBMODE F1: RANGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
SUBMODE F2: DTC LIBRARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46
SUBMODE F3: READINESS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
SUBMODE F4: OXYGEN SENSOR INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-48
SUBMODE F0: LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49
SUBMODE F1: TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-51
SUBMODE F2: MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-52
SUBMODE F0: INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-53
SUBMODE F1: TORQUE SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-54
SUBMODE F2: REMOVE AND REPLACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55
5.0 DISPLAYING DATA FOR MULTIPLE ECUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
6.0 DIAGNOSTIC DATA PARAMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
7.0 APPENDICES
APPENDIX A: UNDERSTANDING OBD II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
APPENDIX B: OBD II OXYGEN SENSOR LOCATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
APPENDIX C: DEFINITION OF CODE TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
APPENDIX D: IF YOU'RE HAVING A PROBLEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1
APPENDIX E: GLOSSARY OF TERMS, ACRONYMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
AND ABBREVIATIONS

Copyright © 1999 Vetronix Corporation Printed in USA 3/99

TECH 1®, TECH 1A®, and Mastertech® Manual P/N 02002745
are registered trademarks of Vetronix Corporation
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The following section defines available test modes, hardware requirements,

and operating instructions for all OBD II compliant vehicles. All OBD II
functions except OBD II Toolpak require communication with the vehicle
ECU(s). Once the necessary hardware has been installed, communication
between the tester and vehicle ECU(s) can be initialized.

1.0 TEST MODES AVAILABLE

The following test modes are available when testing vehicles that are OBD
II compliant.

F0: Datalist
F0: Display Data
F1: Data Setup
F1: Readiness
F2: DTCs
F0: Read DTCs
F1: Freeze Data
F2: Clear Info
F3: Pending DTCs
F3: Snapshot
F4: OBD Controls✳
F0: Evap Leak
F5: System Tests
F0: O2S Results
F1: Other Results
F8: Information✳
F0: VIN
F1: S/W Calibration ID
F2: S/W Verification ID
F9: OBD II Toolpak
✳
NOTE: Not all models support OBD Controls or Information
test modes. The tester will automatically determine whether
the vehicle under test supports the test mode when the mode
is selected by the user.

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MASTERTECH
SETUP

APPLICATION
CARTRIDGE

mastertec
h
MASTERTECH
TESTER

YES NO ENTER
HELP F1 F2 F3
1 2 3
RCV F4 F5 F6
4 5 6
SEND F7 F8 F9
7 8 9
EXIT F0 ON
0 #
OFF

Vetronix
RS232 DATA LINK
I/P

DLC
CABLE

16/14 PIN
OBD II ADAPTER (TYPE 3) CABLE

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2.0 HARDWARE REQUIRED

In order to be fully functional, the Global OBD II with Toolpak Application
cartridge requires that special OBD II Interface Circuitry be used with the
Mastertech and Tech 1/1A testers. This circuitry can be installed in the
following configurations:

Mastertech

The following procedure describes how to setup the Mastertech tester to test
OBD II compliant vehicles.

SETUP PROCEDURE
1. Make sure the tester is OFF. Insert the Global OBD II with Toolpak
application cartridge into the cartridge slot at the top of the OBD II
compliant Mastertech.
2. Be sure the vehicle ignition switch is off.
3. Remove any adapters installed on the Data Link Connector (DLC)
cable.
4. Connect the DLC cable to the tester and tighten the screws.
5. Connect the 16/14 Pin OBD II Adapter Cable to the DLC cable.
6. Connect the OBD II Adapter Cable to the vehicle DLC.
7. Turn the tester ON. Power and ground are provided through the DLC
connector, so connecting the 12V power cable to the vehicle is not
required.
8. Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON to begin diagnostics.
9. Refer to this manual and the application cartridge operator's manual for
software operating instructions.

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TECH 1A
SETUP

OBD II Interface Cartridge

(P/N 02002178)

TECH 1A tech
1A DLC Cable

YES
↓

NO
↓

↓
0
F0 1 ↓
F1 2
4 F2 3
F4 5 F3
F5 6
8 F6 7
F8 9 F7
F9 EXIT
ENTER

Application
Cartridge

16/14 Pin OBD II

Adapter Cable
(P/N 02001969)

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TECH 1A

The following procedure describes how to setup the TECH 1A tester to test
OBD II compliant vehicles.

SETUP PROCEDURE
1. Insert the OBD II Interface Cartridge into the Auxiliary cartridge slot at
the top, rear of the tester.
2. Insert the Global OBD II with Toolpak application cartridge into the
Master cartridge slot at the bottom, rear of the tester.
3. Be sure the vehicle ignition switch is off.
4. Remove any adapters installed on the Data Link Connector (DLC)
cable.
5. Connect the DLC cable to the tester and tighten the screws.
6. Connect the 16/14 Pin OBD II Adapter Cable to the DLC cable.
7. Connect the OBD II Adapter Cable to the vehicle DLC.
8. Power and ground are provided through the DLC connector, so con-
necting the 12V power cable to the vehicle is not required.
9. Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON to begin diagnostics.
10. Refer to this manual and the application cartridge operator's manual for
software operating instructions.

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TECH 1
SETUP

DLC Cable

tech
1

TECH 1
YES
NO ↓
0 ↓
F0 1
F1 2
F2 3
4 F3
F4 5
F5 6
F6 7
8 TECH 1A

TECH 1 14/12 Pin

F7 USE WITH
F8
9 DO NOT
F9 EXIT VIM ADAPTER
ENTER TECH 1 14/12 PIN

VIM Adapter
(P/N 02001198)
VE
HIC
MO INT
LE
DU ER

TECH 1 OBD II
LE FAC
E

Vehicle Interface
DC Module (VIM)
Power (P/N 02001808)
Cable
Application
Cartridge

VIM 16/24 Pin

Adapter Cable
(P/N 02001744)

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TECH 1

The following procedure describes how to setup the TECH 1 tester to test
OBD II compliant vehicles.

SETUP PROCEDURE
1. Insert the Global OBD II with OBD II Toolpak application cartridge into
the Master cartridge slot at the bottom, rear of the tester.
2. Be sure the vehicle ignition switch is off.
3. Remove any adapters installed on the Data Link Connector (DLC)
cable.
4. Connect the DLC cable to the tester and tighten the screws.
5. Connect the TECH 1 14/12 Pin VIM Adapter to the DLC cable.
6. Connect the TECH 1 OBD II Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) to the
TECH 1 14/12 Pin VIM Adapter.
7. Connect the 16/24 Pin OBD II Adapter Cable to the VIM.
8. Connect the OBD II Adapter Cable to the vehicle DLC.
9. Connect the 12V power cable to the vehicle cigarette lighter.
10. Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON to begin diagnostics.
11. Refer to this manual and the application cartridge operator's manual for
software operating instructions.

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PRINTING CAPABILITIES

The Global OBD II with Toolpak software supports printing data via a TECH
1 printer, VP411 printer, or other compatible serial printer, connected to the
tester. If you are using a TECH 1 tester, refer to the RS232 Operator's
Manual for setup and printing instructions. If you are using a TECH 1A or
MASTERTECH tester, refer to the tester Operator's Manual for setup and
printing instructions.

Two types of printing are supported by the OBD II software:

• Pressing the • key in a DATA DISPLAY mode (e.g., DATA LIST or

READINESS TEST) causes the tester to print a list of data appropriate to
the mode ( a list of diagnostic data parameters or Readiness Test Status ).

• The tester can be setup to print an image of the tester’s screen (referred
to as SCREEN PRINT).

For information on the VP411 serial printer, contact your sales representa-
tive.

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3.0 GETTING STARTED

POWERING THE MASTERTECH, TECH 1A OR TECH 1

The tester must be provided with an external power source (e.g. vehicle
power or an AC/DC power supply). OBD II compliant vehicles provide power
at the Data Link Connector (DLC), so when using a MASTERTECH or
TECH 1A, the tester only needs to be connected to the vehicle DLC. With
the TECH 1, you must connect the DC Power Cable to the vehicle cigarette
lighter or to an AC/DC power supply.

ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION

Main Menu By selecting Global OBD II with Toolpak, you are

F0: Powertrain now at the Main Menu from which you can
F1: Replay Data initialize communications by selecting F0:
F9: OBD II Toolpak Powertrain, replay snapshot without vehicle com-
munication by selecting F1: Replay Data, or
view useful diagnostic information by selecting
F9: OBD II Toolpak.

SELECT MODE After selecting F0: Powertrain and initializing

F0: Datalist communication with the vehicle, the SELECT
F1: Readiness MODE menu will be displayed. All selections
F2: DTCs
from the SELECT MODE menu require vehicle
communications except F9: OBD II Toolpak.

2 ECUs RESPONDED If the vehicle you are testing contains more than
$10 ENGINE one OBD II ECU, the tester will display a list of all
$18 TRANS ECUs which have responded during the initial-
ization process. Refer to the DISPLAYING DATA
FOR MULTIPLE ECUs section.

COMMUNICATION FAILURE

If the tester fails to get a response from the vehicle, it will display a retry count
and one of two error messages. At that point, it will continue to retry
communication approximately every 3 seconds. If the communication
problem is resolved (e.g. the ignition is switched to ON) and communication
begins, the tester will automatically proceed to the next phase. If communi-
cation cannot be established, see APPENDIX D , IF YOU’RE HAVING A
PROBLEM.

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4.0 TEST MODES

Once communication with the vehicle has been established, a select mode
menu is displayed. (In some cases, a readiness tests warning message is
displayed prior to the menu. See READINESS TESTS section.)

SELECT MODE MENU

SELECT MODE This menu allows you to perform basic testing

F0: Datalist on the vehicle. You can select the desired func-
F1: Readiness
F2: DTCs
tion by pressing the key indicated to the left of the
function. The menu automatically scrolls every 3
seconds until you press U or D, at which time
scrolling stops.
SELECT MODE
F3: Snapshot
F4: OBD Controls Pressing U or D will then cause the menu to
F5: System Tests manually scroll.

SELECT MODE
F8: Information
F9: OBD II Toolpak

If the vehicle you are testing contains more than one ECU, the tester will
display a list of all ECUs which have responded during the initialization
process. Refer to DISPLAY DATA FOR MULTIPLE ECUs section.

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MODE F0 DATA LIST

SUBMODE F0 DISPLAY DATA

F0: DATALIST

The DATA LIST mode allows you to view the current state of diagnostic data
parameters as reported by the vehicle’s ECUs.

DATA LIST MENU

When you select DATA LIST from the OBD II

DATA LIST MENU
FUNCTIONS menu, the tester will display the
F0: Display Data DATALIST MENU. This menu allows you to
F1: Data Setup either go directly to displaying data or to the
DATA LIST SETUP mode to select the data you
want to display.

F0: DISPLAY DATA

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

F0: DATA LIST

SELECT
F0: ECUDATA
DISPLAY Engine Speed
756 RPM
ECT (˚)
185˚F

1. Select F0: DATA LIST from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F0: DISPLAY DATA from the DATA LIST menu. The tester will
display either ALL PARAMETERS or USER DATA LIST PARAMETERS,
depending on which selection was last made since the tester was
powered up.

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DATA LIST MODE F0

DATA SETUP SUBMODE F1

F1: DATA SETUP

The DATA SETUP mode allows you to select the data you want to display.
You can select either ALL PARAMETERS or USER LIST PARAMETERS
which allows you to monitor any combination of parameters (from 1
parameter to all parameters). The update rate for the parameters depends
on the number of parameters selected. A single parameter can be sampled
as fast as 8 times per second. The more parameters that are selected, the
slower the update rate will be.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

F0: DATA LIST

SELECT
F1: ECU
DATA SETUP
F0: ALL PARMS
F1: USER LIST PARAMETERS

Engine Speed
756 RPM
ECT (˚)
185˚F

1. Select F0: DATA LIST from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F1: DATA SETUP from the DATA LIST menu.

3. Select F0: ALL PARMS. or F1: USER LIST PARAMETERS from the DATA
LIST SETUP menu. The message “WAITING FOR DATA” will be
displayed. The tester will display either ALL PARAMETERS or CUSTOM
LIST PARAMETERS depending on which selection was made.

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MODE F0 DATA LIST

SUBMODE F1 DATA SETUP

F0: ALL PARAMETERS

The selection of F0: ALL PARMS will monitor all of the information available
from the ECU. Depending on the number of diagnostic data parameters in
the data list, the update rate can be 3 seconds or longer.

F1: USER LIST PARAMETERS

The selection of F1: USER LIST PARAMETERS

Engine Speed
***Selected*** will display a list of parameters from which to
YES: Select 3 select. F1:USER LIST PARAMETERS allows
NO: De-Select you to select any combination to monitor (from 1
parameter to all parameters). Parameters are
selected by scrolling through the list using the
u and d keys and then pressing Y and
n to select and deselect the listed parameter.
When the parameters have been selected, press
e to go to the display mode. The tester
will remember the selected parameters ( until
the tester is turned OFF) so you won’t have to re-
select them every time.

SELECT ECU If there are multiple OBD II ECUs, and the DATA
F0: ALL ECUs SETUP mode is selected, an additional DATA
F1: $10 ENGINE LIST SETUP menu is available. The F0: SE-
F2: $18 TRANS
LECT ECU menu allows you to select which
ECU(s) will contribute to the DATA LIST. Once
the ECU(s) that will contribute data
DATA LIST SETUP are selected, press F1: DATA SETUP to choose
F0: Select ECU all parameters available or a custom list of
F1: Select D.L. parameters from the chosen ECU(s).
Parameters

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DATA LIST MODE F0

MULTIPLE ECUs

MULTIPLE ECUs

Diagnostic parameter data can be selected from all ECUs or individual

ECUs that the tester has identified. This mode should be set up before
display data is selected to ensure your desired ECU data is being displayed.
For further information on multiple ECU data list display, refer to DISPLAY-
ING DATA FOR MULTIPLE ECUs section.

F0: DATA LIST

F1: DATA SETUP
SELECT
F0: ECU
SELECT ECU
F0: ALL ECUs
Fn: $XX
n = User selected
XX = ECU description

OPERATING PROCEDURE (vehicles with multiple ECUs only):

1. Select F0: DATA LIST from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F1: DATA SETUP from the DATA LIST menu.

3. Select F0: SELECT ECU from the DATA LIST SETUP menu.

4. Select F0: ALL ECUs or Fn:XX where n=user selected and

XX= a description of the ECU from which you desire information.

5. After selecting the desired ECU, the user is returned to the DATA LIST
SETUP menu, where the displayed diagnostic data parameters can be
selected, or the user can exit the menu to the DATA LIST MENU, where
the selected data list will be displayed.

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READINESS MODE F1

F1: READINESS

The READINESS test mode allows you to display the status of the vehicle’s
on-board monitors, which monitor the operation of the emissions-related
components. These READINESS tests must run in order for the DTC and
test result displays to accurately reflect the conditions of the vehicle’s
emissions-related components.

If the vehicle you are testing contains more than one OBD II ECU, you will
be asked to select which ECU information you would like displayed.

If the tester determines that the ECU has not

Not All Vehicle completed all of the readiness tests, it will display
System Readiness a warning message. You can then select the
Tests Have Been READINESS tests menu item from the SELECT
Completed MODE menu to examine the status of these
tests. For information on how to complete any of
the readiness tests, refer to service information
from the vehicle manufacturer.
F1: READINESS
SELECT ECU
SELECT ECU ✶ READINESS TEST
Misfire
Monitoring
SUPPORTED

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F1: READINESS from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select the ECU from which you choose to monitor data (for vehicles with
multiple ECUs only). The message “WAITING FOR DATA” is displayed,
followed by the READINESS TEST information.

3. The first three items on the display indicate the vehicle's monitoring
capability for continuously monitored systems:

• Misfire monitoring.
• Fuel system monitoring.
• Comprehensive component monitoring.

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MODE F1 READINESS

These are indicated as either being SUPPORTED or NOT SUPPORTED

(N/A), depending on the vehicle's ECU.

The other 8 display items indicate the status of the tests which
are performed at least “once per trip.”

• Catalyst monitoring.
• Heated catalyst monitoring.
• Evaporative system monitoring.
• Secondary air system monitoring.
• A/C system refrigerant monitoring.
• Oxygen sensor monitoring.
• Oxygen sensor heater monitoring.
• EGR system monitoring.

These tests can be COMPLETED, NOT COMPLETED, or NOT SUP-

PORTED.

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READINESS MODE F1

READINESS TEST OPERATION

OBD II SYSTEM AND VEHICLE INFORMATION

The OBD II system is capable of identifying the likely area of a malfunction

within the electronic engine control system. Observe the following before
beginning diagnostic service:

• LOW FUEL TANK LEVEL. Automobile manufacturers may disable

READINESS tests which can be affected by running the vehicle out of
fuel (example: a monitor may become disabled when fuel tank volume is
below 15% of maximum fuel tank capacity).

• ALTITUDE. Automobile manufacturers may disable READINESS tests

which can be affected by altitude (example: a READINESS test may
become disabled when vehicle is operated above 8,000 feet elevation).

• AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. Automobile manufacturers may disable

READINESS tests which can be affected by ambient temperature
(example: a READINESS test may become disabled when a vehicle is
started below 20°F ambient).

• POWER TAKE-OFF UNIT. Automobile manufacturers may disable

READINESS tests which can be affected by power take-off unit operation
(example: a READINESS test may become disabled when a vehicle
power take-off is engaged or active).

All of the above are part of the California Air Resources Board
OBD II regulation and are options available to the automobile manufacturer
for vehicle Powertrain Control Module (PCM) development. In the case of
some READINESS tests, per the above, a manufacturer may have deter-
mined that a READINESS test is unreliable or not complete when certain
conditions exist, therefore not enabling proper operation.

ACTIVE KEYS
u Move marker.
d Freeze menu scroll.
• Print readiness test results.
x Return to SELECT MODE menu.

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MODE F2 DTCs
SUBMODE F0 READ DTCs

F2: DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs)

F0: READ DTCs

When you select the F0: READ DTCs mode, the tester reads all DTCs which
have been stored by the vehicle’s controllers and then displays:

• a two-column list of all DTCs.

• the ID of the ECU reporting the DTCs.

• how many codes have been reported by that ECU.

SELECT ECU If the vehicle you are testing contains more than
F1: $10 ENGINE one OBD II ECU, you will be asked to select
F2: $22 CHASS.
which ECU information you would like displayed.

F2: DTCs
F0: READ DTCs
SELECT ECU
SELECT ECU ✶
ECU $10 DTCs:3
✽ P0443f
P0110
P0111

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F2: DTCs from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F0: READ DTCs for the DTC menu.

3. Select desired ECU from the SELECT ECU menu (for vehicles with
multiple ECUs only). The DTC information will then be displayed.

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DTCs MODE F2
READ DTCs SUBMODE F0

Generally, 6 DTCs can be displayed at one time. If more than 6 DTCs are
reported by the ECU, the tester will display a "↓" prompt in the lower right-
hand corner indicating that more DTCs are present but are not displayed.
Use the u, d, l, and r keys to move through the list of DTCs.

A DTC description can be displayed by moving the "✽"next to the desired

DTC and pressing e. The u and d keys will scroll through the DTC
descriptions.

A DTC will display an " f " after the DTC number to signify that there is freeze
data available for that DTC. You can go directly to the FREEZE DATA
display by pressing ™. This performs exactly the same function as
selecting FREEZE DATA from the SELECT MODE menu, but saves you a
few key presses.

ACTIVE KEYS

e Display the description for the selected DTC.

™ Go directly to FREEZE DATA.
• Print freeze data list (if equipped with serial printer).
u/d Move through list of DTCs.
l/r

x Return to previous menu.

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MODE F2 DTCs
SUBMODE F1 FREEZE DATA

F1: FREEZE DATA

The vehicle’s ECU stores diagnostic data information about the state of the
vehicle when a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) occurs. This data is referred
to as Freeze Frame Data and can be read by the tester using the FREEZE
DATA mode. You can select this mode from the SELECT MODE menu.

If multiple ECUs are available, the SELECT

SELECT ECU
F1: $10 ENGINE ECU menu is displayed once FREEZE DATA is
F2: $18 TRANS selected from the SELECT MODE menu. Only
one ECU’s data can be displayed in FREEZE
DATA mode.

F2: DTCs
SELECT
F1: ECU
FREEZE DATA
SELECT ECU ✶

Trouble Code
P0130
Engine Speed
1000 RPM

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F2: DTCs from the SELECT MODE menu

2. Select F1: FREEZE DATA from the menu.

3. Select the ECU from which you choose to monitor data (for vehicles with
multiple ECUs only). The message “WAITING FOR DATA” will appear.
The FREEZE DATA information will then be displayed.

FREEZE DATA is only available for the first DTC which was detected by the
vehicle. The first parameter in the list is the DTC which caused the FREEZE
DATA to be saved. The FREEZE DATA is displayed in the same format as
the data list in the DATA LIST mode.

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DTCs MODE F2
FREEZE DATA SUBMODE F1

ACTIVE KEYS

y/n Scroll through displayed data parameters.

º Mark top displayed parameter as “fixed” for creating

your own data pairs; unlocks bottom parameters if
fixed.
¡ Mark bottom displayed parameter as “fixed” for creat-
ing your own data pairs; unlocks top parameters if
fixed.
£ Toggle the data descriptor line with the Parameter
Identification (PID) number and the ECU number.
¶ Toggle unit conversions for applicable parameters
between English and metric.
• Print freeze data list (if equipped with a serial printer).

x Return to SELECT MODE menu.

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MODE F2 DTCs
SUBMODE F2 CLEAR INFO

F2: CLEAR INFORMATION

The CLEAR INFORMATION mode is used to clear DTCs from all vehicle
ECUs along with any other diagnostic information which the controller has
saved, such as FREEZE DATA.

IMPORTANT: Clearing diagnostic information also clears the status of

readiness tests (making them incomplete). It can take 30 to 60 minutes of
vehicle drive and engine run time (and in some cases longer) to complete
all of these tests if they are cleared. Some inspection and maintenance
programs require that the readiness tests be complete before the inspection
can proceed.

When you select F2: CLEAR INFO, you are first prompted with a warning
message. This is to prevent inadvertent clearing of codes. If you press n
or x in response to the prompt, the tester will return to the DTC menu.
If you press y in response to the prompt, the tester will cause all OBD II
controllers to clear all emissions-related DTCs, FREEZE DATA, and READI-
NESS TEST results. When the function is complete, the tester will display
the screen “ALL DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION CLEARED.”

F2: DTCs
F2: CLEAR INFO Clear All
Diagnostic Info?
YES = Continue
NO = Quit

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F2: DTCs from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F2: CLEAR INFO from the DTCs menu.

3. Press y to clear DTCs. A warning message will appear to prevent

accidental clearing of codes. A screen will then appear to confirm deletion
of diagnostic information stored in the vehicle controllers.

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DTCs MODE F2
CLEAR INFO SUBMODE F2

Module(s) Some vehicles will not allow DTCs to be cleared

$10 while the engine is running. In this case, the
Did Not Respond tester will display a prompt screen to turn off the
engine, leaving the key in the ON position. For
some vehicles, communication may be lost when
the key is turned off and then back on. If a
COMMUNICATION ERROR screen is displayed,
Try Again With exit back to the MAIN MENU and re-select
Ignition ON And Powertrain. You should now be able to clear the
Eng. NOT Running
[EXIT]
diagnostic information.

ACTIVE KEYS

y Clears all emissions-related information.

n/x Return to SELECT MODE menu.

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MODE F2 DTCs
SUBMODE F3 PENDING DTCs

F3: PENDING DTCs

For PENDING DTCs mode, the vehicle’s controller performs analysis

similar to that used to determine if the equivalent DTC is present, but with
less stringent requirements. For example, a DTC may require a condition to
be present for several drive cycles, while the equivalent pending DTCs may
be set with the first occurrence of the condition.

Results of the PENDING DTCs request are displayed in a manner similar to

the DTC display mode. They are displayed with the same Pxxxx DTC
designations and the same descriptors as the DTCs.

If the vehicle you are testing contains more than one OBD II ECU, you are
asked to select which ECU information you would like displayed.

F2: DTCs
F3: PENDING DTCs
SELECT ECU
SELECT ECU ✶ ECU $10 DTCs:4
✽ P0100 P0122
P0101
P0118

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F2: DTCs from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F3: PENDING DTCs from the DTCs menu.

3. Select the ECU from which you choose to monitor data (for vehicles with
multiple ECUs only). The message “WAITING FOR DATA” is displayed,
followed by the PENDING DTCs information.

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DTCs MODE F2
PENDING DTCs SUBMODE F3

A detailed description can be displayed for any

ECU $10 P0100
Mass or Volume pending DTC by moving the ✽ next to the desired
Air Flow Circuit code and pressing e. The ✽ is moved by
Malfunction pressing the arrow keys.

ACTIVE KEYS

e Displays description of the pending DTC.

u/d Move marker.
x Exits to SELECT MODE menu.

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MODE F3 SNAPSHOT

F3: SNAPSHOT

SETUP

The SNAPSHOT mode helps the user to isolate an intermittent or transient

problem by storing data parameters before or after the problem occurs. The
information can be saved and used for a later replay or hard copy print
option.
F3: SNAPSHOT
F0: ANY DTC TRIGGER OR

F1: SINGLE DTC TRIG. OR

F2: MANUAL TRIGGER

SELECT ECU
SELECT ECU ✶ Engine Speed
1052 RPM
Ign. Timing
18.5° W
F3: REPLAY SNAPSHOT
F4: TRIGGER POINT
F9: DATA SETUP
F0: ALL PARMS
F1: CUSTOM LIST

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F3: SNAPSHOT from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select any of the available trigger types from SNAPSHOT MENU.

3. Data from only one ECU can be saved in tester memory. Therefore, if
multiple ECUs are detected, you will be asked to select one of the ECUs.

4. To choose which snapshot parameters are displayed, press ª to select

DATA SETUP from the SNAPSHOT MENU. After selecting F9: DATA
SETUP, refer to F0: ALL PARMS and F1: CUSTOM LIST PARAMETERS
in the DATA LIST section for displaying all parameters or selecting a
custom list of parameters.
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SNAPSHOT MODE F3
TRIGGER POINT SUBMODE F4

TRIGGER TYPES

In the SNAPSHOT mode, data is saved in the tester while it is waiting for a
trigger condition. Once the trigger occurs, data continues to be saved in the
tester’s memory until the memory is full. SNAPSHOT MENU allows the user
to start the snapshot process by selecting a trigger mode. Three types of
triggers can be selected:

TRIGGER TYPES
KEYPRESS DESCRIPTION

F0: ANY DTC Snapshot trigger on the occurrence of any

DTC.
F1: SINGLE DTC Snapshot trigger on the occurrence of a
single DTC that you specify.
F2: MANUAL TRIG. Snapshot trigger by an e, x, or
ª key press.

TRIGGER POINT SETUP

The snapshot menu allows you to select how

much data is saved after trigger occurs by select-
SELECT TRIGGER ing F4: TRIG. POINT from the SNAPSHOT
F0: Beginning
F1: Center MENU screen. To change the trigger point, se-
F2: End lect the key next to the desired point. This trigger
point is saved as long as the tester has power.

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MODE F3 SNAPSHOT
SUBMODE F3 SNAPSHOT REPLAY

SNAPSHOT DATA CAPTURE

When the trigger type is selected, the tester displays a status message in the
form of a flashing “W” indicating that the tester is storing data and waiting for
the trigger.

While waiting for a trigger to occur, you can press the e, x, or

ª key at any time to trigger the snapshot manually regardless of the trigger
type selected.

When a trigger has occurred, the flashing “W” will change to a constantly
displayed “T.”

When the tester memory is full, the tester displays an “0” to indicate that the
snapshot is complete. Pressing x after a trigger has occurred will end
the data capture phase.

F3: SNAPSHOT REPLAY

Once you have captured snapshot data, you can examine it by pressing £
from the SNAPSHOT menu. Use the u and d keys to scroll through the
samples. The last snapshot is retained in the tester unless:

• It is overwritten by a new snapshot.

• A new application is selected from the application menu.
• A new master cartridge is installed in the tester.
• The tester is unplugged from power for more than 24 hours.

You can review the captured snapshot in one of two ways:

1. A snapshot can also be replayed after communication is established by
selecting F3: SNAPSHOT REPLAY from SNAPSHOT MENU.

2. Without vehicle communications by selecting F1: REPLAY SNAPSHOT

DATA from the MAIN MENU (this menu option is only displayed if a
snapshot has been taken).

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SNAPSHOT MODE F3
SNAPSHOT REPLAY SUBMODE F3

When the SNAPSHOT REPLAY mode is first

SNAPSHOT TRIGGER entered, the tester displays information about
Point: Center
Type: Manual
the saved snapshot. The snapshot’s trigger point
(Beginning, Center, or End) and trigger type
(Manual, Any DTC or Single DTC) are displayed
for a couple seconds before the snapshot data is
Engine Speed
displayed. When replaying a saved snapshot,
1024 RPM the sample at the time of the trigger is initially
Ign. Timing displayed. Samples before and/or after the trig-
29.5° -2 ger can be viewed by pressing the u and d
keys to scroll through the samples.

The sample number of a snapshot is displayed in

the lower right of the display screen. This index
number will initially be a “0”; samples after the
trigger will be displayed as positive numbers and
samples before the trigger will be displayed as
Engine Speed negative numbers. While replaying a snapshot,
1024 RPM pressing e will cause the software to toggle
Ign. Timing between the sample index and the sample time.
29.5° -7.1 The sample time display gives the time in seconds
(relative to the trigger sample) at which the TECH
1 received the currently displayed sample. For
example, a sample time of +3.4 means the sample
was received 3.4 seconds after the trigger sample.
A sample time of -2.6 seconds means the sample
was received 2.6 seconds before the trigger.

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MODE F3 SNAPSHOT

ACTIVE KEYS

y/n Scroll through displayed data parameters.

U/D Scroll through samples.
º Mark top displayed parameter as “fixed” for creating
your own data pairs.
¡ Mark bottom displayed parameter as “fixed” for creat-
ing your own data pairs.
™ Display trouble codes for current sample.
£ Toggle the data descriptor line with the Parameter
Identification (PID) number and the ECU number.
¢ Display first (earliest) sample.
fi Display trigger sample (“0”).
§ Display last (most recent) sample.
¶ Toggle unit conversions for applicable parameters.
• Print data list (if equipped with serial printer).
X Return to SNAPSHOT MENU.

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OBD CONTROLS MODE F4

EVAP LEAK SUBMODE F0

F4: OBD CONTROLS

The OBD CONTROLS mode allows the user to perform individual output
controls to check for proper vehicle component or system operation. The
OBD CONTROLS that the user can control depend on the vehicle under
test.

F0: EVAP LEAK

The EVAP LEAK test is used to enable the conditions required to conduct
an evaporation system leak test. Selecting F0: EVAP LEAK does not
actually run the test, but instead closes the system, preventing leakage. Off-
board test equipment can then be used to test the vehicle's evaporative
emission system. The vehicle manufacturer is responsible for automatically
aborting the leak test when necessary.

F4: OBD CONTROLS

F0: EVAP LEAK EVAP LEAK TEST
ENABLED

[EXIT]

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F4: OBD CONTROLS from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F0: EVAP LEAK from the OBD CONTROL menu.

3. Press x to return to the OBD CONTROL menu.

If the conditions necessary to run the evaporative emissions system leak

test are not correct, the vehicle ECU may respond with a manufacturer
defined reason the test cannot be run or may not respond at all. If the vehicle
PCM does not support OBD CONTROLS, the tester will display "No Control
Tests Supported" when the OBD CONTROLS test mode is selected.

NOTE: The tester will automatically determine whether the

vehicle under test supports the test mode.

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MODE F5 SYSTEM TEST

SUBMODE F0 O2S RESULTS

F5: SYSTEM TEST

F0: O2S RESULTS

The OXYGEN SENSOR (O2S) RESULTS mode allows the tester to display
the results of the oxygen sensor testing performed by the vehicle’s engine
controller. These tests are “once per trip” tests and are performed after
the ignition is turned on under conditions defined by the vehicle manufac-
turer. The O2S RESULTS mode is not available for all vehicles. Some
vehicles use the other results test mode to report results of O2S testing.

n = User selected
X = Vehicle dependent
F5: SYSTEM TESTS
F0: O2S RESULTS
Fn: O2S BANK X
Fn: SENSOR X R L Sw Tim
O.16 Secs
L R Sw Tim
0.088 Secs

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F5: SYSTEM TEST from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F0: O2S RESULTS from the SELECT TEST menu.

3. Select the desired bank from SELECT BANK menu.

4. Select the desired oxygen sensor from the BANK and SENSOR menu.
The message "WAITING FOR DATA" is displayed, followed by the
Oxygen Sensor data display.

If the tester displays the warning message indicating that the

O2S MONITORING TEST RESULTS may not be valid, the vehicle ECU is
reporting that the O2S tests have not been completed or that the selected
ECU does not monitor the O2S tests. The status of the oxygen sensor tests
can be monitored in F1: READINESS TEST MODE under the value of
OXYGEN SENSOR MONITORING. For some vehicles, O2S test results
may not be available until all readiness tests have been completed.
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SYSTEM TEST MODE F5

O2S RESULTS SUBMODE F0

O2 SENSOR TEST MENU

SELECT BANK The vehicle can provide O2S test results for up
F0: O2S BANK 1 to 8 oxygen sensors. When O2S RESULTS is
F1: O2S BANK 2 selected, the tester queries the ECU to deter-
mine which oxygen sensors are present. It then
º displays a list of these sensors so that you can
select which sensor’s test results to examine. To
BANK 1 SENSOR select a bank or sensor, press the number listed
F0: SENSOR 1 on the left. Refer to APPENDIX B: OBD II OXY-
F1: SENSOR 2 GEN SENSOR LOCATION INFORMATION for
a discussion of oxygen sensor locations. If there
is no response to the query, the tester displays
a warning message indicating that the O2S Test
results may not be supported.

O2S DATA DISPLAYS

R L Sw Tim Once the sensor has been selected,

O.16 Secs the tester determines which O2 sensor data
L R Sw Tim parameters are available for display. It then
0.088 Secs displays data for each of the parameters. The
parameters vary depending on the vehicle manu-
facturer. Only parameters which are supported
by the vehicle ECU are displayed.

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MODE F5 SYSTEM TEST

SUBMODE F0 O2S RESULTS

The OXYGEN SENSOR MONITORING TEST RESULTS are reported as

constants programmed in the vehicle ECU or calculated values by the
vehicle ECU. Refer to the table below for programmed and calculated data
parameters.

PARAMETER TID TYPE

R>>L O2S V $01 Constant
L>>R O2S V $02 Constant
LOW SW V $03 Constant
HIGH SW V $04 Constant
R>>L SW TIM $05 Calculated
L>>R SW TIM $06 Calculated
MIN O2S V $07 Calculated
MAX O2S V $08 Calculated
O2S TRANS T $09 Calculated

NOTE: Parameter IDs greater than 9 are manufacturer-specific

and are therefore defined only by an ID preceded by a “$” (e.g.,
$70 and $71 for Chrysler O2S test results). You should refer to
the vehicle’s service manual to determine how to interpret
these parameters.

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SYSTEM TEST MODE F5

O2S RESULTS SUBMODE F0

ADDITIONAL O2S INFORMATION

TID $05 Val $29 Pressing fi while the O2S RESULTS data is
Min $0A Max $32 being displayed will cause the tester to display
TID $06 Val $16 additional information about the displayed pa-
Min $0A Max $32 rameters. The tester displays the Test ID number
(TID) along with hexadecimal displays of the
current data value (“Val”), the ECU programmed
minimum value (“Min”) and the maximum ECU
programmed value (“Max”) for this parameter.
“Min” and “Max” are values reported by the ECU.
“Val” should be within those limits.

ACTIVE KEYS

y/n Scroll through displayed data parameters.

º Mark top displayed parameter as “fixed” for creating
your own data pairs; unlocks bottom parameter if
fixed.
¡ Mark bottom displayed parameter as “fixed” for cre-
ating your own data pairs; unlocks top parameter if
fixed.
£ Toggle the data descriptor line with the Parameter
Identification (PID) number and the ECU number.
¢ Toggle the data descriptor line with the Test Identifi-
cation (TID) number and the oxygen bank and sen-
sor.
fi Toggle the data descriptor line with the Test Identifi-
cation (TID) number and the hexadecimal equivalent
of the received data. The calculated value line is
toggled with the “Min” and “Max” values received
from the ECU for that TID.
• Print data list (if equipped with serial printer).
X Return to SELECT MODE menu.

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MODE F5 SYSTEM TEST

SUBMODE F1 OTHER RESULTS

F1: OTHER TEST RESULTS

The OTHER RESULTS test mode is similar to the O2 sensor test results.
Some manufacturers use this mode as an alternate means of reporting O2
sensor test results. In this mode, the vehicle’s ECU reports data for various
Test IDs (TIDs) and Component IDs (CIDs) that are specified by the vehicle
manufacturer. Descriptions for the TIDs and CIDs are available in the
vehicle service manual or from the manufacturer.

If the vehicle you are testing contains more than one OBD II ECU, you will
be asked to select which ECU information you would like displayed.

F5: SYSTEM TESTS

F1: OTHER RESULTS
SELECT ECU
SELECT ECU ✶
TID/CID RESULT
✽ 01/01……Pass
01/02……Fail
02/01……Pass

✶ For vehicles with multiple ECUs only.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F5: SYSTEM TESTS from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F1: OTHER RESULTS from the SELECT TEST menu.

3. Select the ECU from which you choose to monitor data (for vehicles with
multiple ECUs only). The message “WAITING FOR DATA” is displayed,
followed by the OTHER RESULTS test information.

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SYSTEM TEST MODE F5

OTHER RESULTS SUBMODE F1

In addition to reporting data for these TIDs and

01/01 ECU $10
Test Value $0200 CIDs, the vehicle reports test limits (minimum,
Min Limit N/A maximum, or both) for acceptable operation.
Max Limit $0300 The tester compares the data with the test limits
and displays a PASS or FAIL indication for each
TID and CID. The actual received data can be
viewed by moving the star cursor (✶) with the
arrow keys to the desired item and pressing
e. If “N/A” (not available) is displayed for
a limit, then the ECU did not send a value for that
limit.

ACTIVE KEYS

e Displays actual received data.

u/d Move marker.
x Return to SYSTEM TESTS menu.

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MODE F8 INFORMATION
SUBMODE F0 VIN

F8: INFORMATION

The INFORMATION mode is used to enable the user to request vehicle

specific information from the vehicle ECU, such as VIN, Software Calibration
ID, or Software Verification Number.

If the vehicle PCM does not support vehicle PCM information, the tester will
display "No Vehicle Info Supported" when the INFORMATION mode is
selected.

F0: VIN

The VIN selection allows the user to electronically read the Vehicle Identi-
fication Number that is stored in the vehicle's ECU. The VIN is used to
uniquely identify the vehicle. This mode is only selectable when it is
supported by the vehicle ECU.

F8: INFORMATION
F0: VIN VIN
XXXXXXXXXX
XXXXXXX
[ENTER]

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F8: INFORMATION from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F0: VIN from the SELECT TYPE menu.

3. Press x or e to return to the INFORMATION menu.

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INFORMATION MODE F8
S/W CALIB. ID SUBMODE F1

F1: S/W CALIB. ID

The S/W CALIBRATION ID selection is used for identification of the software

calibration contained within the vehicle ECU. Each software calibration ID
uniquely identifies the software installed in the ECU. Multiple calibration IDs
may be reported for a ECU, depending on software architecture. A
calibration ID number will have at least one unique software verification
number. This mode is only selectable when it is supported by the vehicle
ECU.

F8: INFORMATION
F1: S/W CALIB. ID CAL ID 1
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
CAL ID 2
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F8: INFORMATION from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F1: S/W CALIB. from the SELECT TYPE menu.

3. Press x to return to the INFORMATION menu.

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MODE F8 INFORMATION
SUBMODE F2 S/W VERIF ID.

F2: S/W VERIF ID.

The SOFTWARE VERIFICATION NUMBER selection is used for determin-

ing whether emission-related calibrations within the ECU software have
been altered. Software Verification Numbers are calculated based on
memory content at the time of the request. Any changes to calibration will
be detected in the Software Verification Number. This mode is only
selectable when it is supported by the vehicle.

F8: INFORMATION
F2: S/W VERIF. ID VERIF. NUM. 1
XXXXXXXX
VERIF. NUM. 2
XXXXXXXX

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Select F8: INFORMATION from the SELECT MODE menu.

2. Select F2: S/W VERIF. ID from the SELECT TYPE menu.

3. Press x to return to the INFORMATION menu.

NOTE: Multiple Software Verification Numbers may be re-

ported by an ECU. Each Software Verification Number will
correspond to a unique Software Calibration ID number.

NOTE: Turn the engine off when requesting the Software

Verification Number from the vehicle ECU. Failure to turn the
engine off may cause the ECU to require more time to calculate
the calibration number and may therefore not respond to the
request.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

F9:OBD II TOOLPAK

The OBD II Toolpak is used to help diagnose and troubleshoot OBD II compliant
powertrain control systems. Using the OBD II Toolpak mode provides you with
pertinent text and data so you can learn about and more efficiently diagnose the
vehicle under test.

Examples of data features contained within the program are:

• Vehicle preparation
• Diagnostic procedures
• Repair verification
• Diagnostic data parameter descriptions
• Diagnostic data parameter common values
• Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Library
• Readiness Test description
• Oxygen sensor location information
• Oxygen sensor type information
• Oxygen sensor maintenance information

When using this application cartridge on 1994 to current OBD II compliant PCM
vehicles, the cartridge will display diagnostic data parameters based on Society
of Automotive Engineers (SAE) recommended practice J1979. Additionally, the
basic functions contained within this cartridge are required by California Air
Resources Board (California ARB) as part of the On-Board Diagnostics level II
(OBD II).

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

SELECTING OBD II TOOLPAK MODE

The OBD II Toolpak functions can be entered in two ways: from the main
menu or from the Select Mode menu.

FROM THE OBD II MENU

Entering F9: OBD II Toolpak from the main menu is available any time power
is applied to the tester.

FROM THE SELECT MODE MENU

Entering F9: OBD II Toolpak from the Select Mode menu is only available
after communication with the OBD II compliant vehicle has been initialized.

OBD II
º MAINI MENU
communications
F0: Powertrain
initialized with F1: Replay Data
vehicle F9: OBD II Toolpak

ª
No OBD II
SELECT MODE communica-
F8: Information tions with
F9: OBD II Toolpak vehicle

OBD II TOOLPAK
F0: Diagnostics
F1: Parameters
F2: DTC Library

u
d

OBD II TOOLPAK
F3: Monitor Info
F4: O2S Info

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

DIAGNOSTICS SUBMODE F0
PREP VEHICLE SUBMODE F0

F0: DIAGNOSTICS

The F0: Diagnostics mode provides the following information:

• How to prepare a vehicle powertrain system for testing

• How to perform a diagnostic approach using each of the software
modes on OBD II compliant vehicles.
• How to verify a repair using the modes is contained in the F0:
Diagnostics mode.

F0: PREP VEHICLE

The Prep Vehicle mode is used to properly prepare the vehicle powertrain
for diagnostic procedures. Following the instructions in this mode will
ensure that the vehicle system is preconditioned and ready for diagnostic
testing.

OPERATING PROCEDURE:

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press º to select Diagnostics from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press º to select Prep Vehicle from the Diagnostics menu.

4. Review and answer the prompts that are displayed on the screen using
the y and n keys. Use u or d to advance through the text
description screens.

5. Press x to return to the previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

y/n Answer question or query.
e Advance to the next menu.
x Exit to the previous question or test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F0 DIAGNOSTICS
SUBMODE F1 PROCEDURE

F1: PROCEDURE

The OBD II system represents the latest in on-board failure detection

strategies. Strategies such as misfire detection, component, and fuel
system status are some examples of diagnostic data that can be obtained
from the OBD II system.

Along with the new, more stringent methods of failure detection came
standardized diagnostic test modes. These standardized test modes are
supported in the Global OBD II application as modes F0 through F8.

F1: Diagnostic Procedure is designed to assist you in learning how to

diagnose an OBD II system fault or assess current system condition. While
there are many approaches that can be used, there is no one right way to
perform this task.

This submode helps formalize a strategy and teaches you how, using a
sensible approach, to use the Global OBD II application modes F0-F8 and
determine a solution to a problem within the OBD II system.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press º to select Diagnostics from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press ¡ to select Procedure from the Diagnostics menu.

First time users: to ensure proper operation, this mode is best reviewed
before actual testing on the vehicle is performed. Prior to the testing it will
be to your advantage to know the answers to the following:

- Is the MIL on?

- Are DTCs present? If so, record the DTC numbers.
- Is the fuel tank cap installed and is it tight (3 clicks)?
- Is the fuel tank level greater than 15% of total volume?

4. Press u, d, y, n, or e to review and answer the prompts

displayed on the screen, and to read any key help screens that may be
displayed for navigation help.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

DIAGNOSTICS SUBMODE F0
PROCEDURE SUBMODE F1

5. Press x to return to the previous question or test menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

y/n Answer question or query.
e Advance to the next menu.
x Exit to the previous question or test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F0 DIAGNOSTICS
SUBMODE F9 REPAIR VERIFICATION

F9: REPAIR VERIFICATION

After repairs are made to a vehicle powertrain system the status of system
DTC’s and monitor tests should be checked. Using this submode will help
determine the effectiveness of repairs just completed to the system using
the test modes within the Global OBD II application, including the impor-
tance of manufacturer OBD II drive cycle and monitor completion after
repairs.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press º to select Diagnostics from the OBD II Toolpak menu. The key
help screen will be displayed.

3. Press ª to select Repair Verification from the Diagnostics menu.

First time users: to ensure proper operation, this mode is best reviewed
before actual testing on vehicle is performed.

4. Use the u and d keys to review the prompts that are displayed on the
screen. Read any key help screens that may be displayed for navigation
help.

NOTE: For automobile manufacturer drive cycle information,

refer to the service manual for the vehicle that is currently
being tested.

5. Press x to return to the previous question or test menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

x Exit to the previous question or test menu.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

PARAMETERS SUBMODE F1

F1: PARAMETERS

The Parameters submode displays text descriptions for each diagnostic

data parameter displayed in the Global OBD II application. Common high
and low values for each diagnostic data parameter are also available for
reference.

NOTE: When the tester is connected to the vehicle and Data

List is selected, the total number of displayed diagnostic data
parameters will depend on the vehicle ECU calibration. This
is not a function of the tester.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F1 PARAMETERS
SUBMODE F0 DEFINITIONS

F0: DEFINITIONS

The text descriptions of each diagnostic data parameter are available when
the tester is connected to a vehicle and a live data list is displayed, or during
a shop or training review session and the tester is not connected to a vehicle.

OPERATING PROCEDURE - Viewing on-vehicle live data list

1. Set up and display a data list using F0: Data List.

2. Scroll through the Data List until the parameter for which you want
information is displayed. Press º to select the top parameter, or press
¡ to select the bottom parameter. An asterisk (✶) will appear next to the
selected parameter.

3. Press e to display the first text screen for the selected parameter.
Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to
view the previous text description screen.

4. To select a different parameter, press x to return to the Data List

parameter pair screen. Press the opposite function key used to select the
previous parameter ( º or ¡ ) to deselect the parameter. The asterisk
(✶) will disappear.

Scroll through the Data List until a parameter for which you want
information is displayed. Repeat Steps 2 and 3.

5. Press x to return to the Data List parameter pair screen or Select

Mode menu.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

PARAMETERS SUBMODE F1
DEFINITIONS SUBMODE F0

OPERATING PROCEDURE - Not viewing on-vehicle live data list

1. Press ª to select OBD II Toolpak.

2. Press ¡ to select Parameters from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press º to select Definitions from the Parameters menu. The key help
screen will be displayed.

4. Press u or d to move the cursor to the desired diagnostic data

parameter.

5. Press e to display the first text screen for the selected parameter.
Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to
view the previous text description screen.

6. Press x to return to the Parameter Definition list or the Parameters

menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

ª Select OBD II Toolpak.

u/d Scroll up and down.
º/¡ Select or deselect a parameter.
e View parameter description.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F1 PARAMETERS
SUBMODE F1 RANGES

F1: RANGES

Common high and low values for each diagnostic data parameter are
available when connected to a vehicle and viewing a live data list, or during
a shop or training review session. Current diagnostic data parameter values
are available during connection to the vehicle powertrain system. The
common high and low values were obtained by collecting data from actual
OBD II certified I4, V6, and V8 powertrain systems operating with no faults
detected.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¡ to select Parameters from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press ¡ to select Ranges from the Parameters menu. The key help
screen will be displayed.

4. Press d , u , or E to advance through the text description

screens. These text screens indicate that the displayed common high
and low values are from actual OBD II certified systems.

5. Press u or d to move the cursor to the desired data parameter.

6. Press e to display the first data condition screen for the selected
parameter. The data condition screen displays the condition for which the
hi/lo data is valid. The data condition and parameter name will toggle on
the first display line. The y or n keys can be used to toggle
between the data condition and the parameter name.

7. Press u or d to advance through the data conditions. As before, The

data condition and parameter name will toggle on the first display line.
The y or n keys can be used to toggle between the data condition
and the parameter name.

The data conditions are listed in the following chart:

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

PARAMETERS MODE F1
RANGES SUBMODE F1

Data Condition Display, Line 1

key on, engine off Key On, Eng Off:
key on, engine running at idle KOER, IDLE RPM:
key on, engine running at 2500 RPM KOER, 2500 RPM:
key on, engine running, in drive, 0 MPH KOER-DRV, 0MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, 15 MPH KOER-DRV, 15MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, 25 MPH KOER-DRV, 25MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, 35 MPH KOER-DRV, 35MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, 45 MPH KOER-DRV, 45MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, 55 MPH KOER-DRV, 55MPH:
key on, engine running, in drive, KOER-DRV, WOT:
wide open throttle acceleration
key on, engine running, in drive, KOER-DRV, CTD:
closed throttle deceleration

8. The actual value for the current parameter is displayed on line 2 (ONLY
if the tester is connected to an OBD II system and F9: OBD II Toolpak is
selected from the select mode menu). If the tester is not connected to an
OBD II system and F9: OBD II Toolpak has not been selected from the
select mode menu only the common high and low values are displayed.

9. Common high (hi) and low (lo) parameter values for the data condition
are displayed on lines 3 and 4 (common hi and lo values were obtained
from actual vehicle powertrain systems with OBD II certified systems).
10. Press x to return to the parameter list or Parameters menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/ d Scroll up and down.

e Select parameter to view.
y&n Toggle display.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F2 DTC LIBRARY

F2: DTC LIBRARY

An OBD II ECU is capable of setting a DTC which indicates the failed circuit
or component. In some cases, reading DTCs from the ECU may reveal
multiple stored DTCs. However, the ECU is programmed to potentially store
several hundred DTC’s.

F2: DTC Library enables you to obtain text description information for each
powertrain DTC available for display. The DTC Library consists of a
combination of DTCs defined by the manufacturer specifically for the vehicle
under test and DTCs defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
For any DTC number that is not defined by the manufacturer of the vehicle
under test, a description defined by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
recommended practice J2012 will be displayed. A specific DTC may be
entered individually or you can scroll through the entire DTC list.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ™ to select DTC Library from the OBD II Toolpak menu. The key
help screen will be displayed.

3. Use the tester keys 0 - 9 to enter the four digit number of the DTC for
which information is desired.

4. Press E to display the DTC number and text description. Use u

or d to scroll through the DTC list. Holding the u or d key causes
continuous scrolling. A text description of the code will be displayed.

5. Press x to return to the enter DTC number screen or the OBD II

Toolpak menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

0-9 Enter DTC Number.
e View DTC description.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

READINESS INFORMATION SUBMODE F3

F3: READINESS INFORMATION

Readiness Tests represent a segment of new legislated diagnostic infor-

mation that can be displayed by the tester. A Readiness Test is a specific
test that the ECU performs. When the ECU runs a Readiness Test, it tests
the particular portion of the electronic powertrain control system (Catalyst,
O2S Sensor, etc.) for the respective monitor. Readiness Tests can reveal
the status of the system and it is recommended that service technicians
become familiar with Readiness Tests when working on OBD II compliant
systems.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press £ to select Readiness Test from the OBD II Toolpak menu. The
key help screen will be displayed.

3. Press u or d to move the cursor to the desired Readiness test.

4. Press e to display the first text screen for the selected Readiness
Test. Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press
u to view the previous text description screen.

5. Press x to return to the select monitor list or the OBD II Toolpak

menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

e Select monitor to view.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F4 O2S INFORMATION

F4: OXYGEN SENSOR INFORMATION

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) and On-Board Diagnostic generation I (OBD I)

system’s oxygen sensor (O2S) has been a major component within an
electronic powertrain control system. In those systems, the upstream
(ahead of catalytic converter) O2S sensor is used to detect air/fuel ratios
ahead of the catalytic converter.

With OBD II, the system now uses an additional oxygen sensor that is placed
downstream of the catalytic converter. The addition of a downstream
oxygen sensor enables the PCM to perform a catalytic converter efficiency
test. As a result of OBD II's downstream oxygen sensors, vehicle equipment
may include many oxygen sensors on a vehicle; for example, a vehicle with
dual exhaust and two separate catalytic converters can have four O2
sensors.

Using F4: O2S Information a text based description of expected O2S

locations, nomenclature, type used, plus how to inspect, torque, and remove
and replace O2Ss is displayed.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

O2S INFORMATION SUBMODE F4
LOCATION SUBMODE F0

F0: LOCATION

This mode is used to obtain information on oxygen sensor identification

(bank number and sensor number) for the vehicle under test. A sample of
actual vehicles with OBD II was used to determine the unique types of
exhaust type, number of catalytic converters and oxygen sensors. This
information was then arranged in a way that you can select the configuration
based on vehicle equipment.

Using this mode can assist you in learning about the OBD II system’s new
oxygen sensor naming and location conventions.

NOTE: Use of this mode requires knowledge of the vehicle's

emissions equipment configuration: exhaust type (dual, single,
single with a “y” connection), number of catalytic converters,
and number of oxygen sensors.

Refer to the Appendix B for further OBD II Oxygen Sensor Location

Information.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¢ to select O2S Information from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press º to select Location from the O2S Information menu. The key
help screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.

4. A series of information screens will appear. They remind you to review

and obtain the following information from the vehicle configuration:

-exhaust type (dual, single, single with a “y” connection)

-total number of catalytic converters
-total number of oxygen sensors

Press E or wait to advance.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F4 O2S INFORMATION
SUBMODE F0 LOCATION

5. Using information obtained in step 4, select exhaust system type.

6. Using information obtained in step 4, select number of catalytic converters

(if required).

7. Using information obtained in step 4, select number of oxygen sensors (if

required).

8. A confirmation screen with your selected data is displayed. The key help
screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.

9. Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to

back up through the text description screens. These text screens contain
bank number and sensor number information that the OBD II system uses
for its naming convention. Using this information will help your under
standing of the OBD II system.
10. Press X to return to previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

º Select O2S location, exhaust system, number of
catalytic converters, number of oxygen sensors
¡ Select exhaust system, number of catalytic convert-
ers, number of oxygen sensors
™ Select exhaust system, number of oxygen sensors
¢ Select O2S Information
e Advance program from current screen
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

O2S INFORMATION SUBMODE F4
TYPE SUBMODE F1

F1: TYPE

Mode F1: Type provides text based information about how the electronic
powertrain control system utilizes heated (upstream and downstream) and
non-heated (upstream and downstream) oxygen sensors. Information on
sensor signal, PCM use, and heater operation is provided. This mode can
assist you in learning about the importance of an OBD II system’s oxygen
sensor based on the types of O2Ss that are currently used on vehicles.

NOTE: Use of this mode requires knowledge about the

oxygen sensor type (upstream, downstream, heated, non-
heated) for the current vehicle under test.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¢ to select O2S Info from the OBD II Toolpak menu.
3. Press ¡ to select Type from the O2S Information menu. The key help
screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.
4. Press º to select upstream oxygen sensor or ¡ to select down
stream oxygen sensor.
5. Press º to select heated oxygen sensor or ¡ to select non-heated
oxygen sensor.
6. Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to
back up through the text description screens. These text screens
contain oxygen sensor (O2S) signal information and O2S use informa-
tion for each sensor type. Using this information will help your under-
standing of the OBD II system.
7. Press x to return to the previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

º Select upstream or heated O2S.
¡ Select downstream or non-heated O2S.
e Advance program from current screen.
x Exit to the previous test menu.
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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F4 O2S INFORMATION
SUBMODE F2 MAINTENANCE

F2: MAINTENANCE

Mode F2: Maintenance provides three submodes of text based information

on the inspection, torque specification, and standard removal & replacement
description for oxygen sensors. Using F2: Maintenance can help you
understand and review O2S sensor inspection, O2S sensor torque require-
ments, and guidelines for O2S sensor removal and replacement.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

O2S INFORMATION SUBMODE F4
MAINTENANCE SUBMODE F2
INSPECTION SUBMODE F0

F0: INSPECTION

Mode F0: Inspection provides information about O2S contamination, how to

check signal full range operation, and recommended O2S sensor change
intervals.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¢ to select O2S Information from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press ™ to select Maintenance from the O2S Information menu.

4. Press º to select Inspection from the select maintenance menu. The

key help screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.

5. Press u to advance through the text description screens. Press d to

back up through the text description screens. These text screens contain
oxygen sensor (O2S) contamination information, how to check O2S
sensor full range operation, and expected O2S sensor signal range.

6. Press x to return to the previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

º Select Inspection.
™ Select Maintenance.
¢ Select O2S Information.
e Advance program from current screen.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F4 O2S INFORMATION
SUBMODE F2 MAINTENANCE
SUBMODE F1 TORQUE SPECIFICATION

F1: TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Mode F1: Torque Specification provides information about O2S installation

and O2S Torque requirements.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¢ to select O2S Information from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press ™ to select Maintenance from the O2S Information menu.

4. Press ¡ to select Torque Specification from the select maintenance

menu. The key help screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to
advance.

5. Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to

back up through the text description screens. These text screens contain
oxygen sensor (O2S) installation information and O2S Torque require
ments.

6. Press x to return to the previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

1 Select Torque Specification.
™ Select Maintenance.
¢ Select O2S Information.
e Advance program from current screen.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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OBD II TOOLPAK MODE F9

O2S INFORMATION SUBMODE F4
MAINTENANCE SUBMODE F2
REMOVE AND REPLACE SUBMODE F2

F2: REMOVE AND REPLACE

Mode F2: Remove and Replace provides standard O2S removal and
replacement information. Removal information for O2 sensors describes a
proper method of how to remove an O2S from the vehicle, and replacement
information for O2 sensors describes a proper method of how to replace an
O2S into the vehicle. This mode describes a sound method of O2S sensor
removal and replacement based on automobile manufacturer procedures.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Press ª to select OBD II TOOLPAK from the Select Mode menu.

2. Press ¢ to select O2S Information from the OBD II Toolpak menu.

3. Press ™ to select Maintenance from the O2S Information menu.

O2S Removal

4. Press º to select Remove from the O2S R&R information menu. The
key help screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.

5. Press u to advance through the text description screens. Press d to

back up through the text description screens. These text screens contain
items to watch out for during oxygen sensor (O2S) removal from the
vehicle exhaust pipe.

6. Press x to return to previous menu.

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MODE F9 OBD II TOOLPAK

SUBMODE F4 O2S INFORMATION
SUBMODE F2 MAINTENANCE
SUBMODE F2 REMOVE AND REPLACE

O2S Replacement

7. Press ¡ to select Replace from the O2S R&R information menu. The
key help screen will be displayed. Press e or wait to advance.

8. Press d to advance through the text description screens. Press u to

back up through the text description screens. These text screens contain
items to watch out for during oxygen sensor (O2S) installation into the
vehicle exhaust pipe.

9. Press X to return to previous menu.

ACTIVE KEYS

u/d Scroll up and down.

º Select Remove O2S Info.
¡ Select Replace O2S Info.
™ Select O2S Remove and Replace Info.
¢ Select O2S Information.
e Advance program from current screen.
x Exit to the previous test menu.

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5.0 DISPLAYING DATA FOR MULTIPLE ECUs

In some vehicles, OBD II diagnostic information can be sent to the tester by

more than one controller. For example, a vehicle may have both an engine
controller and a transmission controller which can provide emissions-
related diagnostic data using OBD II communications. If there are multiple
OBD II controllers, the software will inform you when establishing commu-
nication by displaying a message indicating the ID for each ECU along with
the type of ECU. The type of ECU that is identified is determined by SAE
recommended practices and may not be followed by all vehicle manufactur-
ers.
2 ECUs RESPONDED
$XX ENGINE
$XX TRANS

SELECTING ECU

Diagnostic parameter data can be selected from all ECUs or individual ECUs
that the tester has identified. Selection of an ECU before data display
ensures displayed data is from your desired ECU.

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MULTIPLE ECU STATUS INFORMATION

When viewing multiple OBD II ECU diagnostic data parameters, the symbol
"=" (equal) or ">" (not equal) before the parameter name indicates the
parameter is being updated by multiple ECUs. The "=" symbol indicates the
displayed parameter value is is being reported as the same value by multiple
ECUs. The ">" symbol indicates the displayed parameter value is not being
reported as the same value by multiple ECUs. If there is no symbol before
the parameter name, the parameter is being updated by a single ECU.

Engine Speed $XX

> 149 RPM
Engine Speed $XX
> 152 RPM

CHARACTER STATUS

= Indicates multiple controllers are reporting

approximately the same value for the parameter.
> Indicates multiple controllers are reporting different
data values and the data values are exceeding the
tolerance values for the parameter.

“blank” Not a multiple ECU response.

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The following table lists the tolerances for the different parameters being
labelled "=" or ">". Multiple parameters that are within the tolerances are
reported as being the same. Multiple parameters that are not within the
tolerances are reported as being not the same.

PARAMETER TOLERANCE
Engine Load 1.96%
ECT 5 °C
ST FT 1/ ST FT 2 3.91 %
LT FT 1/ LT FT 2 3.91 %
Fuel Pressure 15 kPaG
MAP 5 kPa
Engine Spd 2.5 RPM
Vehicle Spd 5 kph
Ign. Timing 2.5 °
IAT 5 °C
MAF 0.1 gm/s
TPS 1.96%
O2S Bx Sx 0.025 V
FT O2S Bx Sx 3.91%

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ACTIVE KEYS

y/n Scroll through displayed data parameters,

or for CUSTOM LIST SETUP, SELECT or DESE-
LECT PARAMETERS.
U/D Scroll through parameters in CUSTOM LIST.
º Mark top displayed parameter as “fixed” for creating
your own data pairs; unlocks bottom parameter if
fixed.
¡ Mark bottom displayed parameter as “fixed” for creat-
ing your own data pairs; unlocks top parameter if
fixed.
£ Toggle the data descriptor line with the Parameter
Identification (PID) number and the ECU number.
¶ Toggle unit conversions for applicable parameters,
between English and metric.
• Print data list (if equipped with serial printer).
X Return to DATA LIST MENU.

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6.0 DIAGNOSTIC DATA PARAMETERS
The following are the generic diagnostic data parameters defined by the
SAE for OBD II vehicles. Not all parameters are displayed for all vehicles.
Prior to displaying data, the tester queries the vehicle to determine which
parameters are available for that vehicle.

AIR STATUS STATES

UPSTRM,DNSTRM,
ATM/OFF,RSRVD

Air Status displays information about the OBD II system’s commanded

secondary or auxiliary air injection diverter valve position. The possible
states are diverting secondary air upstream of the first catalytic converter
(UPSTRM), downstream of the first catalytic converter (DNSTRM), or
venting to the atmosphere (ATM /OFF). RSRVD is applicable for future
applications.

UNITS RANGE
ECT (°)
°F -40 to +419
°C -40 to +215

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) is an analog input to the ECU. This

parameter provides a temperature indication of engine coolant near the ECT
sensor. ECT sensors can be located in the intake manifold, cylinder head,
or water pump housing. Typical ECT is 200 °F (warm engine at idle). Note
that the (°) in parenthesis indicates the parameter is temperature-related.

ENGINE LOAD UNITS RANGE

% 0 to 100

Engine Load is derived by the ECU from a measure of current engine airflow
divided by engine peak airflow. Engine Load directly increases with throttle
angle and drive conditions and is an indicator of percent engine capacity in
any given operating mode. Engine Load is typically 5% at engine idle and
80% or greater during Wide Open Throttle (warm engine).

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ENGINE SPEED UNITS RANGE
RPM 0 to 8000
Engine Speed is an indication of crankshaft revolutions per minute. The
ECU uses input engine speed to make determinations about current engine
operating conditions and the operation of various engine management
system output components.

FT-O2S B1 S1 FT-O2S B2 S1 UNITS RANGE

FT-O2S B1 S2 FT-O2S B2 S2
% -100 to +100
FT-O2S B1 S3 FT-O2S B2 S3
FT-O2S B1 S4 FT-O2S B2 S4

Fuel Trim-Oxygen Sensor (FT-O2S) Bx Sx represents the

short-term correction to fuel injection that may be adopted by the ECU. In this
case, oxygen sensor fuel trim represents the ECU’s determination of
exhaust gas oxygen content and relates the data to a short-term adjustment
to fuel strategy, based on information obtained from the applicable O2S.
Associated with the OBD II system and the parameter label are “Bx” and
“Sx.” Bx refers to Bank 1 or 2 and Sx refers to the sensor in positions 1, 2,
3, or 4. Refer to APPENDIX B: OBD II OXYGEN SENSOR LOCATION
INFORMATION for a more complete description of the O2S naming
convention.

FUEL PRESSURE UNITS RANGE

kPa 0 to 765
psi 0 to 111
Fuel Pressure data parameter is a gauge measure of the engine fuel rail
pressure. The fuel pressure parameter can be displayed in metric units
(kPa) or in English units (psi).

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STATES
FUEL STATUS 1
FUEL STATUS 2 OPEN LOOP/CLOSED LOOP
OL-DRIVE/OL-FAULT/CL-FAULT/
RESERVED/UNUSED

Fuel Status represents fuel control status of the feedback loop between the
vehicle ECU and the oxygen sensor. Fuel Status can be displayed for both
Bank 1 and Bank 2. If only Bank 1 is used for fuel control, FUEL STATUS
2 is displayed as UNUSED. The states of Fuel Status can be Open Loop,
Closed Loop, Open Loop due to vehicle being driven at wide open throttle
or coasting (OL-DRIVE), Open Loop due to a fault with the OBD II system
(OL-FAULT), Closed Loop with only one oxygen sensor being used for fuel
control and a fault with at least one oxygen sensor (CL-FAULT), or a display
of a reserved status (RESERVED), which is used for future support.

IAT (°) UNITS RANGE

°F -40 to +419
°C -40 to +215

Intake Air Temperature (IAT) is an analog input to the ECU. This parameter
provides a temperature indication of engine intake air temperature as it flows
across the IAT sensor. IAT sensors can be located in the intake manifold,
intake air plumbing, or airbox. Typical IAT is 140 °F (warm engine at idle).
Note that the (°) in parenthesis indicates the parameter is temperature
related.

IGN. TIMING UNITS RANGE

° -64 to +64

Spark Advance (IGN. TIMING) is the amount of ignition electronic spark

advance that the ECU is currently commanding. The amount of ignition
spark advance is based on several inputs to the ECU (engine load, throttle
angle, engine temperature, etc.) and a lookup table in the ECU’s memory.
For OBD II systems, Spark Advance should be the timing advance for
cylinder number 1 and does not include mechanical advance (if applicable).
Spark Advance increases with engine RPM, and a typical value is 10-20
degrees at idle (warm engine).

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LT FT 1 UNITS RANGE
LT FT 2
% -100 to +100

Long-Term Fuel Trim (LT FT) is the measure of adaptive or feedback fuel
correction strategy for the injection of fuel into the engine. Long-Term Fuel
Trim represents the ECU’s steady long-term adjustment to fuel strategy
determined from a lookup table in its memory. This parameter changes
slowly over time (at a rate slower than Short-Term Fuel Trim) and varies with
engine design and engine operating conditions. The numeric character in LT
FT 1 and LT FT 2 define the cylinders that are grouped as a bank for fuel
feedback correction. Bank 1 is the bank which contains cylinder number 1.
Expected values for this parameter are ±10.0% (warm engine at idle).

MAF (R) UNITS RANGE

lb/min 0 to 86
gm/s 0 to 655

Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor is an input to the ECU and represents the
amount of air that the engine is taking into the manifold, displayed as a flow
rate (pounds per minute or grams per second). MAF flow rate will increase
with engine load and is typically 4-7 gm/sec at idle or 17-20 gm/sec at 2500
RPM (warm engine). Note that the R in parenthesis indicates the parameter
is rate-related.

MAP (P) UNITS RANGE

kPa 0 to 255
inHg 0 to 75
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is a measure of the pressure
within the intake manifold relative to atmospheric pressure. Depending on
MAP sensor design, a frequency or analog output signal can be generated
by a MAP sensor for input to the vehicle ECU. Atmospheric pressure equals
the addition of manifold and vacuum pressures. MAP pressure increases
with engine load and depending on altitude is typically 40 kPa at idle (warm
engine, at sea level). Note that the P in parenthesis indicates the parameter
is pressure-related.

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MIL STATUS STATES

OFF/ON
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Status is an indication of the current MIL
state. If no emission-related faults exist, the MIL will be OFF. If a DTC is
stored in the ECU due to a system fault or the vehicle is operated in a
condition that causes tailpipe emissions to exceed 1.5 times the allowed
value for that vehicle, the MIL will be ON. In most cases, if a hard fault exists,
the MIL will remain illuminated. Also, the MIL can illuminate then extinguish
while driving the vehicle (which means the vehicle exceeded tailpipe
emission standards).

OBD CERT. STATES

OBD II, OBD, OBD2/OBD,
OBD I, NO OBD

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Certification displays the level of OBD that the
vehicle ECU is certified to. The states of OBD certification can be to OBD II
(California Air Resources Board) requirements, OBD (federal) require-
ments, OBD II and OBD requirements, OBD I requirements, or No OBD
requirements. This information can be helpful when determining certifica-
tion and ordering parts.

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O2S B1 S1 O2S B2 S1
O2S B1 S2 O2S B2 S2 UNITS RANGE
O2S B1 S3 O2S B2 S3 Volts 0 to 1.25
O2S B1 S4 O2S B2 S4

Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Bx Sx is the output voltage of the O2S that is input
to the ECU. The O2S signal is a measure of the oxygen content in the
exhaust emission gases that surround the sensor tip and is a primary input
to the ECU. Once the O2S is warmed up (>500 °F), its output voltage will
fluctuate above and below a threshold of 0.450 volts. Values greater than
0.450v indicate a rich condition, while values less than 0.450v indicate a lean
condition. If the O2S has not achieved its normal operating temperature, its
value may remain at 0.450v. Associated with the OBD II system and the
parameter label are “Bx” and “Sx.” Bx refers to Bank 1 or 2 and Sx refers
to the sensor in positions 1, 2, 3, or 4. Refer to APPENDIX B: OBD II
OXYGEN SENSOR LOCATION INFORMATION for a more complete de-
scription of the O2S naming convention.

ST FT 1 UNITS RANGE
ST FT 2 % -100 to +100

Short-Term Fuel Trim (ST FT) is the measure of adaptive or feedback fuel
correction strategy for the injection of fuel into the engine. Short-Term Fuel
Trim represents the ECU’s dynamic short-term adjustment to fuel strategy
determined from a lookup table in its memory. This parameter is continually
changing over time (at a rate faster than Long-Term Fuel Trim) and varies
with engine design and engine operating conditions. The numeric character
in ST FT 1 and ST FT 2 defines the cylinders that are grouped as a bank for
fuel feedback correction. Bank 1 is the bank which contains cylinder number
1. Expected values for this parameter can be ±2.0% (warm engine at idle).

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STORED DTCS UNITS RANGE

none 0 to 127

Stored DTCs is the number of emission-related diagnostic trouble codes

(DTCs) that have been stored in the reporting ECU. (For OBD II systems,
there can be multiple OBD II-compliant ECUs. Also, more than one ECU can
report more than one stored DTC.) Therefore, the number of stored DTCs
refers to the ECU whose data is currently being displayed. Remember also
that OBD II DTCs are 5 characters and are broken into system categories:

System: Pxxxx= Powertrain

Bxxxx= Body
Cxxxx= Chassis

Category: x0100 to x0999 =SAE-defined DTCs

x1000 or greater=Manufacturer-defined DTCs

TPS (%) UNITS RANGE

% 0 to 100

Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is an input to the ECU and provides

information about throttle plate opening. For OBD II systems, TPS voltage
is converted by the ECU and displayed as a relative or absolute throttle
opening value. Therefore, this indicates how much the throttle is opened off
its throttle stop and not in relation to a zero voltage level. TPS percentage
changes with the movement of the accelerator pedal and should display 0-
20% at idle to above 80% at Wide Open Throttle.

UNITS RANGE
VEHICLE SPEED
MPH 0 to 158
km /h 0 to 255

Vehicle Speed is an indication of vehicle speed in miles per hour or

kilometers per hour. The ECU uses vehicle speed to make determinations
about current engine operating conditions and the operation of various engine
management system output components.

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APPENDICES

A. UNDERSTANDING OBD II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

B. OBD II OXYGEN SENSOR LOCATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
C. DEFINITION OF CODE TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
D. IF YOU'RE HAVING A PROBLEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1
E. GLOSSARY OF TERMS, ACRONYMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
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A: UNDERSTANDING OBD II

WHAT IS OBD II?

The California Air Resource Board (CARB) requires that, by

model year 1996, all vehicles sold in California (under 8500 GVWR) contain
a certain minimum “On-Board Diagnostic” capability to diagnose emis-
sions-related failures of the engine control system. These diagnostic
requirements have been designated as OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics,
Phase II) with a goal of monitoring “all of the emissions-related components
on-board the vehicle for proper operation.” CARB’s intent with the OBD II
program is to “permit the State’s Inspection and Maintenance Program to
evolve into a check of the on-board computer for the presence of Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTCs); under the hood and tailpipe inspections would no
longer be required.”

CARB has left the task of defining the Standards and Recommended
Practices needed to implement their OBD II requirements to the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE). The SAE committees that define these
documents are made up of worldwide representatives from the vehicle
manufacturers, tool manufacturers, service industry, and regulatory agen-
cies, plus other related automotive disciplines. The glossary in Appendix D
contains a brief description of the SAE “J” documents which provide these
definitions.

Part of the OBD II program is for the vehicle to provide a standard interface
for off-board diagnostic test equipment. This standard interface includes a
standard test connector (referred to as the J1962 connector), a standard
communication protocol (SAE J1850 or ISO 9141-2), and a standard set of
diagnostic test modes (defined by SAE J1979).

In addition to defining the California-mandated emissions testing require-

ments, OBD II satisfies the EPA’s federal OBD testing requirements
through 1998. Therefore, equipment used to access the vehicle’s OBD II
data can also be used to test vehicles under the federal OBD requirements
which are in the process of being implemented in some states.

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OBD II SCAN TOOL

Part of the intent of CARB’s OBD II program is that a single diagnostic tester
can be used to read the diagnostic information from any OBD II-compliant
vehicle. A tester which satisfies this requirement can be designated as an
OBD II Scan Tool and is defined by the SAE document J1978. One of the
requirements of the OBD II Scan Tool is that it has to work with any OBD II-
compliant vehicle and be able to automatically determine all information
required to communicate with the vehicle. The operator does not enter any
vehicle-specific information such as the vehicle manufacturer, model year,
or engine. The OBD II Scan Tool determines what protocol the vehicle uses,
what diagnostic parameters can be read from the vehicle, and what tests are
supported by the vehicle.

The SAE Recommended Practice J1978 defines the basic requirements for
an OBD II Scan Tool. SAE Recommended Practice J1979 defines the test
modes used by both the vehicle and the OBD II Scan Tool to access vehicle
information and functions. The following test modes are required for a basic
OBD II Scan Tool:

• Display Current Diagnostic Data Parameters (J1979, Mode 1).

• Display Diagnostic Trouble Codes, DTCs (J1979, Mode 3).

• Display Freeze Frame Data captured by the vehicle along with a DTC
(J1979, Mode 2).

• Clear DTCs, Freeze Frame Data, and any other diagnostic information
from the on-board controller’s memory (J1979, Mode 4).

• Display results of Oxygen Sensor Monitoring Tests

(J1979, Mode 5).

• Display results of on-board monitoring tests, both Continuous and Non-

Continuous (J1979, Modes 6 and 7).

• Display status of the vehicle’s on-board Readiness Tests.

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In addition to these required OBD II Scan Tool functions, the

Vetronix testers provide a number of enhancements to the basic
OBD II diagnostic functions:

• Road test support through the capture of sequences of data

parameters (Snapshot mode).

• User-selectable parameter list allowing the user to trade off

update rate for amount of data.

• Print data parameters.

• Displays results for control of on-board system, test, or component

(J1979, Mode 8).

• Displays vehicle specific information such as VIN and calibration

numbers (J1979, Mode 9).

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OBD II COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS

One of the OBD II requirements is that the vehicle contain a standard serial
communication link to off-board test equipment. This “standard” communi-
cation link turns out to be four separate links, two defined by the SAE and two
defined by ISO:

• J1850 10.4K VPW Protocol

Uses a single-wire 7-volt bus communicating at 10,400 bits/second using
Variable Pulse Width (VPW) data encoding.

• J1850 41.6K PWM Protocol

Uses a two-wire 5-volt bus communicating at 41,600 bits/
second using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) data encoding.

• ISO 9141-2 Protocol

Uses a single-wire 12-volt bus communicating at 10,400 bits/second
using UART data encoding.

• Keyword Protocol 2000

New European communication protocol (ISO 14230-4) using same
UART data encoding as the ISO 9141-2 protocol.

A vehicle manufacturer can satisfy the OBD II requirements by implementing

any one of the four protocols. The OBD II Scan Tool must provide support
for all four protocols in order to allow it to communicate with all OBD II
vehicles.

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B: OBD II OXYGEN SENSOR LOCATION

INFORMATION

OBD II compliant engine management systems use a new naming conven-

tion for oxygen sensors (O2S). The need for this sensor convention was
required because of the OBD II system’s use of a downstream O2S.

O2S location information is divided into cylinder bank and O2S location.
Bank 1 contains the sensor that is downstream from the engine cylinder
bank which has number 1 cylinder. Bank 2 contains the sensor opposite the
cylinder Bank 1.

Additionally, O2S location is separated into upstream and downstream,

relative to the catalytic converter. For inline engines and V-configuration
engines with Y exhaust systems and one O2S ahead of the catalytic
converter, O2S 1 is the upstream sensor and O2S 2 is the downstream
sensor. This results in the naming convention bank/location. Examples are:

O2S B1 S1 = bank 1, upstream

O2S B1 S2 = bank 1, downstream

O2 Sensor 1/1

O2 Sensor 1/1

O2 Sensor 1/2

O2 Sensor 1/2

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For V-configuration engines with dual exhaust systems, there may be a
separate upstream and downstream O2S for each bank. This will result in
the following naming convention:

O2S B1 S1 = bank 1, upstream

O2S B1 S2 = bank 1, downstream
O2S B2 S1 = bank 2, upstream
O2S B2 S2 = bank 2, downstream

O2 Sensor 1/1 O2 Sensor 2/1

O2 Sensor 1/2 O2 Sensor 2/2

On some V-configuration engines with 2 upstream O2S, there may be an

O2S 3. O2S 3 is the downstream O2S after the catalytic converter. This
configuration may have a third O2S ahead of the catalytic converter and
results in the following naming convention:

O2S B1 S1 = bank 1, upstream

O2S B1 S2 = bank 1, upstream
O2S B2 S1 = bank 2, upstream
O2S B1 S3 = bank 1, downstream

O2 Sensor 1/1 O2 Sensor 2/1

O2 Sensor 1/2

O2 Sensor 1/3

Together, these conventions are all used to identify the O2S that may be
causing a DTC or producing a faulty signal. The O2S naming conventions
shown here are consistent with J1979. Please consult the appropriate
service manual for more information on the vehicle that you are working on.

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C: DEFINITION OF CODE TYPE

The Asian Imports application cartridge uses five description for code types,
which are Auto, Manual, ECU LED, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
codes, or OBDII DTCs.

Autocodes Term used when tester can read codes from the vehicle
ECU automatically, via the data link connector. Used when
vehicle is supported with F2: DTC.

Mancodes Term used when tester provides information on the tester

display about how to read codes from vehicle ECU, and
there is no connection to the vehicle via a diagnostic
connector. Equipment used to manually read DTCs in-
cludes single wire jumper, analog voltmeter, ECU LED, or
Mastertech oscilloscope function. Used when vehicle is
supported with F1: DTC ENTRY.

ECU LED Term used when tester provides information the on tester
display about how to read ECU codes from vehicle ECU
LED, and there is no connection to the vehicle via a
diagnostic connector. Equipment used to manually read
DTCs includes single wire jumper. Used when vehicle is
supported with F1: DTC ENTRY.

MILcodes Term used when tester provides information the on tester

display about how to read ECU codes from vehicle MIL,
and there is no connection to the vehicle via a diagnostic
connector. Equipment used to manually read DTCs in-
cludes single wire jumper. Used when vehicle is supported
with F1: DTC ENTRY.

OBD II DTC Term used to describe a powertrain code that can be read
from a vehicle ECU automatically, via the data link connec-
tor. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has
defined a standardized set of five-character, alpha-nu-
meric DTCs which can be read from an ECU by scantool.
These DTCs are only available on OBD II compliant
vehicles.

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D: IF YOU'RE HAVING A PROBLEM

This appendix describes some of the possible problems which

you might run into when you try to use the Aian Imports Software on an OBD
II compliant vehicle.

1. OBD II Interface Circuitry Not Installed

OBD II Interface Possible Cause:

Circuitry
Not Installed
a. OBD II Interface Circuitry is not istalled in
the Tester.

Recommendations:

• Verify that the vehicle’s ignition is on.

• Remove power from the tester by unplugging the DLC cable and
reconnecting the cable.

• Verify that the OBD II Interface Circuitry is installed in your tester in one
of the following configurations:
- an OBD II Interface Cartridge is installed in the top slot of the TECH 1A.
- a Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) is connected “in-line” with
the serial data cable for either the TECH 1 or TECH 1A.
- an OBD II compliant daughter board inside the Mastertech

IMPORTANT:
The OBD II Interface Cartridge will not work with a TECH 1. An error
message, OBD II INTERFACE CIRCUITRY NOT INSTALLED, will be
displayed if you attempt to use the OBD II Interface Cartridge with a
TECH 1.

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2. TESTER is Unable to Communicate with the Vehicle.

✶ Check Cable Possible Causes:

✶ Cable ON?
✶ Does Vehicle
Support OBD II
a. Vehicle’s ignition is off.

b. Diagnostic cable is not plugged into vehicle’s

diagnostic connector.

c. Vehicle is not OBD II-compatible.

Recommendations:

• Verify that the vehicle’s ignition is on.

• Verify that cable is plugged into vehicle’s diagnostic connector.

• Check underhood decal for OBD II certification.

3. TESTER Loses Communication with the Vehicle

LOSS OF VEHICLE Possible Causes:

COMMUNICATIONS
a. Vehicle’s ignition was turned off.

b. Diagnostic cable came loose from vehicle’s

diagnostic connector.

c. Vehicle failed to respond to query from tester.

Recommendations:

• Verify that the vehicle’s ignition is on.

• Verify that cable is plugged into vehicle’s diagnostic connector.

• Turn tester and vehicle’s ignition off. Then turn ignition to on, followed by
turning on the tester and attempting to reestablish communication.

• Some vehicles fail to respond properly to tester queries for certain tests.
This is particularly true with oxygen sensor tests if all readiness tests have
not been completed. If possible, drive the vehicle to complete the readiness
tests and then rerun the tests.

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4. Parameter Update Rate is Slow

Possible Cause:

• A slow update rate is characteristic of OBD II communications. A typical

update rate is approximately 125 to 150 ms per parameter (7 or 8 updates
per second for a single parameter). Therefore, a typical list of 20
parameters will only be updated approximately every 3 seconds.

Recommendation:

• If a faster update rate is needed, select fewer parameters using the

CUSTOM LIST function. Select only the parameters needed for a test.
For example, you can look at just an oxygen sensor signal and get an
update of 7 or 8 times a second.

5. Not All Parameters Displayed

Possible Cause:

• The vehicle is not reporting all of the parameters. The Asian Imports
software queries the vehicle’s ECU to determine what parameters are
supported by the ECU on OBD II compliant vehicles. The tester then
creates a data list based on these parameters. If the vehicle contains a
particular sensor, but does not tell the TESTER that it supports that
parameter (e.g. a downstream oxygen sensor) the software will not
display that parameter.

Recommendation:

• Diagnosis must be performed based on other diagnostic data

or procedures.

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6. Tester Displays “TEST RESULTS” Message

No On-Board test Possible Cause:

Results
• This mode is not supported by this vehicle.
[ENTER]

Recommendation:

• Try a different test mode. This display can occur in the O2S RESULTS
mode if the vehicle manufacturer supports O2S testing via a different
mode. Some manufacturers use the non-continuous version of the
ON-BOARD TESTS mode to report the results of oxygen sensor testing.

7. Wrong display after power is applied

ALL 87-89 FORD 81-89 ECA

ECM 'PLUS'
SELECT F0: STAR MODE
MODEL YEAR: 198? F1: TECH 1 MODE

Possible Causes:

• Wrong master cartridge is installed.

• Master cartridge is malfunctioning.
• Tester is malfunctioning.

Recommendations:

• Verify that the cartridge is installed in the bottom slot of the tester and that
there isn’t a master cartridge (e.g. “E/K 86-87 SYSTEM”) in the top slot.
• Try another cartridge.
• Perform the Self-test as described in the Operator’s Manual.

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E: GLOSSARY OF TERMS, ACRONYMS, AND

ABBREVIATIONS

The following is a list of terms, acronyms, and abbreviations which are

applicable to, OBD, OBD I, and OBD II diagnosis and/or the operation of this
software.

49ST 49 States

A/C Air Conditioning

A/S AIR Solenoid

A/T Automatic Transmission

A.A.C. Auxiliary Air Control

ABS Absolute

ACCEL Accelerated, or Accelerator

ACV Air Control Valve

ADJ Adjustment

AFM Air Flow Meter

AIR Secondary Air Injection

ALDL Assembly Line Communication Link

ANG Angle

AP Atmospheric Pressure

ASP Aspirated

ASV Air Supply Valve

AT Automatic Transmission

ATF Automatic Transmisssion Fluid

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ATM Atmospheric Pressure

AUX Auxiliary

B+ Battery Plus Voltage

BAC Bypass Air Control

BARO Barometric Pressure/Atmospheric Pressure

BLK Block, or Black

BLM Block Learn

BTDC Before Top Dead Center

CA California

CAL Calibration

CAN Canada

CARB Carburator

CARB The California Air Resource Board. CARB is the

regulatory agency which specifies vehicle emis-
sions standards and testing programs. OBD II is
CARB’s latest program for on-board and off-board
test requirements for new vehicles.

CC Carter Carburator

CC Cruise Control

CCP Charcoal Canister Purge

C.E. Check Engine

CEL Check Engine Lamp

CH Chamber

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CID Component Identifier. Used in the NON-

CONTINUOUS TEST RESULTS mode of
the ON-BOARD TESTS function to specify the
component for which the test results are being
reported. Refer to the service manual for the ve-
hicle under test for a definition of the CIDs.

CK Crankshaft

CKP Crankshaft Position

CKT Circut

CL Clearance Light

CLCC Closed Loop Carburator Control

CL-Fault Closed Loop with fault for FUEL STATUS param-

eter. Used to indicate that the fuel system is
operating closed loop even though a fault with at
least one oxygen sensor has been detected. The
ECU may be using a single oxygen sensor for fuel
control.

CMP Camshaft Position

CNTRL Control

COM Communication

COMM Communication

CONT Control

CONTR Control

CONV Converter

CTL Control

CYL Cylinder

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Data List The DATA LIST mode is used to examine the state
of the current diagnostic data parameters (SAE
J1979 mode 1).

DECEL Deceleration

DEF Defroster

DEG Degree

DI Distributor Ignition (ignition systems with a

distributor)

DIFF Differential

DJC Diagnostic Jumper Connector

DLC The Data Link Connector provides the

link between the tester and the vehicle.

DLC Diagnostic Link Connector

DOHC Double Overhead Cam

Drive Cycle A single key-on to key-off cycle where the engine

has been started then shut down.

DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) indicate fault

conditions found by the vehicle’s on-board control-
ler while it is monitoring the vehicle’s operation.
Refer to discussion of “Pxxxx.”

DUR Duration

ECM Engine Control Module

ECT Engine Coolant Temperature
ECT (°) Engine Coolant Temperature in degrees.
The UNIT CONVERSION function can be
used to switch between °F and °C.

ECU Electronic Control Unit. The module which

performs the OBD II testing and communi
cates with the OBD II Scan Tool.

ECU Engine, or Electronic Control Unit

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EFE Early Fuel Evaporation

EFFI Efficiency

EFI Electronic Fuel Injection

EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation

EGRT Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature

EL Electronic Ignition (ignition systems without

a distributor or distributorless)

ENG Engine

ESC Electronic Spark Control

EVAP Evaporative Emission

EVRV Electronic Vacuum Regulator Valve

F/T Full Time

FAIL Failure

FB Feed Back

FCC Federal Communications Commission

FDBK Feedback

FI Fuel Injection

F.I.C.D Fast Idle Control Device

FLD Field

FNT Front

FP Fuel Pump

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FPRC Fuel Pressure Regulator Control

Freeze Frame An OBD II test mode where the tester displays

diagnostic data parameters which were saved by
the vehicle at the time a Diagnostic Trouble Code
occurred.

FREQ Frequency

FRNT Front

FRT Front

FT Fuel Trim

FT-O2S B1 S1 Short-Term Fuel Trim for oxygen sensor 1 on

Bank 1. This parameter indicates the amount of
adjustment of the fuel injected into the engine
based on feedback from this oxygen sensor.

FTP Federal Test Procedure. A test procedure used to

determine compliance of light-duty motor vehicles
with federal emissions standards. The FTP simu-
lates on-road operation and includes cold start-up,
idle operation, acceleration, deceleration, a vari-
ety of part throttle speed/load conditions, and hot
start-up.

FTR Fuel Trim

FUEL STATUS 1 Fuel System Status for Bank 1. This parameter

indicates whether the fuel control system for Bank
1 is operating Open Loop or Closed Loop (using
feedback from one or more oxygen sensors).

FUNC Function

FXS Fixed Spark Mode

GMP4 Microcomputer type used in High Speed ECMs

GND Ground

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HA High Altitude

HAC High Altitude Control

HC Hitachi Carburator

Hexadecimal ($) A number system used by computers consisting of

16 digits. Hexadecimal numbers are represented
by the digits 0 through 9 plus “A” through “F”
(representing values of 10 through 15). On the
tester and in this manual, hexadecimal numbers
are preceded with a “$” (e.g. $C4, $7F or $41).

HF High Fuel

HO2S Heated Oxygen Sensor

HTD Heated

HTR Heater

HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

IAC Idle Air Control

IAT Intake Air Temperature, or Intake Air

Thermosensor

IAT (°) Intake Air Temperature in degrees. The UNIT

CONVERSION function can be used to switch
between °F and °C.

ID Identification

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IDL Idle

IG Ignition

IGN Ignition

IM240 IM240 is an enhanced inspection and maintenance

test program legislated by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) to meet federal clean-air
standards.

INJ Injector

INT Intake

ISC Idle Speed Control

ISO International Organization for Standardization. The

European organization which controls the ISO 9141
documents applicable to OBD II.

ISO 9141 A European document defining a class of commu-

nications between vehicle ECUs and off-board test
equipment. ISO 9141 provides the basis for a large
number of different communications protocols. Most
of these protocols are specific to various equipment
or vehicle manufacturers. The title of this document
is “Road Vehicles– Diagnostic Systems; Require-
ments for Interchange of Digital Information.”

ISO 9141-2 A European document defining an ISO 9141 proto-

col to be used for support of CARB OBD II diagnos-
tics. The title of this document is “Road Vehicles–
Diagnostic Systems; Part 2: CARB Requirements
for Interchange of Digital Information.”

J1850 SAE Standard defining protocols which are used

for OBD II communications. Two versions of this
protocol are used for OBD II: the 10.4 Kbits/sec
VPW protocol and the 41.6 Kbits/sec PWM proto-
col. The title of this document is “Class B Data
Communication Network Interface.”

J1930 SAE Recommended Practice defining standard

terminology to be used for support of OBD II testing.
The title of this document is “Electrical/Electronic
Systems Diagnostic Terms, Definitions, Abbrevia-
tions and Acronyms.”
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J1962 SAE Recommended Practice defining

the industry standard connector used for OBD II.
This connector contains 16 pins, 7 which are de-
fined by the SAE and 9 which are available for
manufacturer-specific uses. The title of this docu-
ment is “Diagnostic Connector.”

J1978 SAE Recommended Practice defining

the requirements for a standard tester to be used
for performing OBD II testing. The title of this
document is “OBD II Scan Tool.”

J1979 SAE Recommended Practice defining the operat-

ing modes to be used by an OBD II Scan Tool for
accessing diagnostic data from an OBD II-compli-
ant vehicle. The title of this document is “E/E
Diagnostic Test Modes.”

J2012 SAE Recommended Practice defining the diag-

nostic trouble codes (DTCs) to be used by the
vehicle’s ECU for reporting the status of the on-
board diagnostic tests. The title of this document
is “Recommended Practice for Diagnostic Trouble
Code Definitions.”

J2190 SAE Recommended Practice defining possible

methods for vehicle manufacturers to implement
enhancements to OBD II. J2190 implementations
are specific to the various manufacturers and are
often referred to as “Enhanced OBD II.” The title of
this document is “Enhanced E/E Diagnostic Test
Modes.”

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J2205 SAE Recommended Practice defining a method

of expanding an OBD II Scan Tool to support
manufacturer-specific test modes. The title of this
document is “Expanded Diagnostic Protocol for
OBD II Scan Tools.”

KPa Kilo-pascals

KPH Kilometers per Hour

KS Knock Sensor

LAF Linear Air Fuel Ratio

LED Light Emitting Diode

LF Left Front

LR Left Rear

LT Light

LT Long-Term

LT FT 1 Long-Term Fuel Trim for Bank 1

M/T Manual Transmission

MAF Mass Air Flow

MAF (R) Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor.
The UNIT CONVERSION function can be used to
switch between gm/sec and lb/min.

MAG Magnet

MALF Malfunction

MAN(I) Manifold

MAP Manifold Absolute Pressure

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MAP (P) Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure in units of pres-

sure. The UNIT CONVERSION function can be
used to switch between kPa, inHg and mmHg.

MAT Manifold Air Temperature

MFI Multiport Fuel Injection

MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Used to indicate that

an emissions-related fault has been detected by
the ECU and a DTC has been set. Typically, the
MIL stays illuminated while the fault is present and
for 3 ignition cycles after the fault has gone away.
Generally, if the vehicle’s on-board diagnosis has
detected that the fault is not present for 3 consecu-
tive ignition cycles, the MIL will be turned off. Even
though the MIL is off, the DTC will still be present
in the ECU’s memory and can be read using the
tester’s DTCs function.

MIN Minimum

mmHg Millimeters of Mercury

MON Monitor

MONIT Monitor

MOP Metering Oil Pump

MPFI Multi Port Fuel Injection

MPH Miles Per Hour

MPI Multi Port Fuel Injection

MPS Motor Position Sensor

MPU Micro Processing Unit

ms An abbreviation for milliseconds. A milli

second is 1/1000th of a second.

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MSC Mass Storage Cartridge

MT Manual Transmission

MTR Motor

mV Millivolts

N/A Not Available.

NEUT Neutral

O2 Oxygen

O2S Oxygen Sensor

O2S B1 S1 Oxygen Sensor 1 for Bank 1

OBD On-Board Diagnostics. OBD is a general term

used to refer to any self-diagnosis performed by
the vehicle’s ECUs. OBD is also used to refer to
the EPA’s federal OBD program.

OBD I OBD I refers to California’s first phase of on-board

diagnostics. OBD I requires that the ECU diag-
nose some of the emissions-related components
and that the DTCs resulting from that diagnosis be
made available to the service technician. In
many cases, OBD I codes are displayed via a
flashing MIL light.

OBD II The California Air Resource Board (CARB) re-

quires that, by 1996, all vehicles sold in California
contain a certain minimum “on- board diagnostic”
capability to diagnose emissions-related failures
of the engine control system. These diagnostic
requirements have been designated as OBD II
(On-Board Diagnostics, Phase II) with a goal of
monitoring “all of the emissions-related compo-
nents on-board the vehicle for proper operation.”
CARB’s intent with the OBD II program is to
“permit the State’s Inspection and Maintenance
Program to evolve into a check of the on-board
computer for the presence of diagnostic
trouble codes; underhood and tailpipe inspec-
tions would no longer be required.”

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OD Over Drive

OHC Overhead Cam

OL-Drive Open Loop due to driving conditions for FUEL

STATUS parameter. Used to indicate that the fuel
system is operating open loop due to such driving
conditions as power enrichment or deceleration
enleanment.

OL-Fault Open Loop due to fault condition for

FUEL STATUS parameter. Used to indicate that
the fuel system is operating open loop due to a
detected system fault.

Other Test Results A test mode where the results of the on-board
tests are reported for tests which are run on non-
continuously monitored systems. These tests are
manufacturer-specific and are reported for manu-
facturer- assigned test IDs (TIDs) and component
IDs (CIDs). Test values are reported by the ECU
along with minimum and/or maximum acceptable
limits for the test. The tester displays the PASS/
FAIL status for each TID/CID combination. This
test mode is not supported by all vehicles.

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P/B Passive Belt

P/N Park or Neutral

PCM Power Control Module

PCM Powertrain Control Module. The module which

controls vehicle engine and transmission opera-
tion and communicates diagnostic data informa-
tion to the technician.

PCS Pressure Control Solenoid

Pending DTCs A test mode where the results are reported for tests
which are run on continuously monitored systems.
These test results are reported the same way
DTCs are reported using code designations of the
form “Pxxxx.” These test results can indicate a
condition which could cause a DTC to be set if the
condition persists. This test mode is not supported
by all vehicles.

PFI Port Fuel Injection

PID Parameter Identifier. PIDs are hexadecimal num-

bers used to identify parameters used by the DATA
LIST, SNAPSHOT, and FREEZE FRAME modes.

PMP Pump

POS Position

POTEN Potentiometer

PRC Pressure Regulator Control

PREP Prepare

PRESS Pressure

PRNDL Park-Reverse-Neutral-Drive-Low

PROM Programmable Read Only Memory

PS SV Power Steering Solenoid Vacuum Valve

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PSM Pressure Switch Module

PSP Power Steering Pressure

PWM Pulse Width Module

PWM Pulse Width Modulation. The method used to

encode the data in the 41.6 Kbit/sec version of the
J1850 protocol.

Pxxxx Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) xxxx.

The SAE has defined a standardized set of five-
character, alpha-numeric DTCs. At this time, only
Powertrain (P) codes have been defined. In the
future, DTCs will be defined for chassis faults (C
codes), body faults (B codes), and vehicle network
faults (U codes). The SAE-defined Powertrain
DTCs are in the range P0100 to P0999. DTCs with
designations of P1000 or greater are unique to the
individual manufacturers.

R Rear

RAD Radiator

Readiness Tests The READINESS TESTS mode allows you to dis-

play the status of the vehicle’s on-board monitors
which monitor the operation of the emissions-re-
lated components. These monitors must be run in
order for the DTC and TEST RESULT displays to
accurately reflect the condition of the vehicle’s
emissions-related components.

RECIRC Recirculation

REF Reference

REG Regulator

RF Right Front

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R&R Remove and Replace

RR Right Rear

RS232 Standard Serial Communications interface

RST Reset

RT Right

S/R Single Range

SAE Society of Automotive Engineers

SAE Society of Automotive Engineers. The organiza-

tion which controls most of the documents defining
the interface between the vehicle’s OBD II control-
lers and off-board test equipment.

SCNDRY Secondary

SDL Serial Data Link

SEC Secondary

SENS Sensor

SEQ Sequential

SFI Sequential Fuel Injection

SHFT Shift

SHT Short

SIG Signal

SIR Supplemental Inflatable Restraint

SMPFI Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection

Snapshot The SNAPSHOT mode is used to capture data

over a period of time. It can be used to support
road testing as well as testing in the service bay.

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SNSR Sensor

SOHC Single Overhead Cam

SOL Solenoid

SPD Speed

SPEC Specification

SPI Single Port Fuel Injection

SPV Solenoid Purge Valve

SRV Service

S.T. Short Term

STEP Stepper

ST FT 1 Short-Term Fuel Trim for Bank 1

SW Switch

SYS System

TAMAX Throttle Angle Maximum

TBI Throttle Body Fuel Injection

TC Traction Control

TCC Torque Converter Clutch

TCM Transmission Control Module

TCS Traction Control System

TDC Top Dead Center

TDCL Toyota Diagnostic Communication Link

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TEMP Temperature

THROT Throttle

TICS Triple Induction Control System

TID Test Identifier. The TID is used by the O2S TEST

RESULTS mode and by the NON-CONTINUOUS
ON-BOARD TEST RESULTS mode to identify
manufacturer-specific tests. The service manual
for the vehicle under test should be used to inter-
pret the TID.

TMP Temperature

TP Throttle Position

TPI Tuned Port Injection

TPS Throttle Position Sensor

TPS (%) Absolute Throttle Position Sensor in percent.

TRAC Traction

TRANS Transmission

Trip Vehicle operation following a key-off period which

has at least one warm-up cycle and one drive
cycle.

UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter. A

standard data-encoding technique used exten-
sively for serial communication.

VAC Vaccum

VAF Volume Air Flow

VDEIC Variable Dynamic Effect Intake Control

VEH Vehicle

VICS Variable Inertia Charging System

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VIN Vehicle Identification Number

VLV Valve

VOLT Voltage

VPW Variable Pulse Width Modulation. The method

used to encode the data in the 10.4 Kbit/sec version
of the J1850 protocol.

VRIS Variable Resonance Induction System

VSS Vehicle Speed Sensor

VSV Vacuum Switching Valve

VTEC Variable Timing Electronic Camshaft

Warm-up Cycle Engine coolant temperature increase by at least

40°F since start-up that reaches a temperature of
160°F.

WOT Wide Open Throttle

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