User guide

AutoEnginuity ScanTool User Guide 11
Auto Detect algorithm runs into trouble and you are required to
manually configure the serial/COM port.)
Once the vehicle is physically connected to the PC, place the
key in the ignition and turn it forward to the "ON" position. If you
would like to monitor onboard test results or view live vehicle sen-
sor data, you will be required to start your vehicle.
Now you are ready to start AutoEnginuity ScanTool’s pro-
gram. The first screen that you will see is the Connection Status
window. This window will be present until the vehicle has com-
pleted the "handshaking" phase of the connection process. You will
see this window when your car is connecting for the first time since
the software was started, or when reconnecting if the connection
was lost.
The Connection Status window will show whether your serial/
COM port has been opened by the software, what type of vehicle
interface the software is using to communicate with the vehicle, and
Warning: Never operate a vehicle within a confined
area. Vehicle emissions are dangerous. Make sure
that your work area is well ventilated.