TM Scan Tool Enhanced OBDII 31 J1962 Cable Ports Control Buttons AC Power Adapter Serial Cable OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1
Contents Introduction....................................................................................... 3 Specifications ................................................................................... 3 PC Requirements ............................................................................. 3 Scan Tool Controls ........................................................................... 4 Scan Tool Ports ................................................................................
Introduction The Scan Tool Enhanced OBDII Analyzer is compatible with 1996 Model Year vehicles sold in the United States (OBDII) , and 1998 Model Year and later vehicles sold in other countries (EOBD). The Scan Tool can be used to read the datastream, read and erase Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s), display the Readiness Monitors, and read continuous and noncontinuous test modes. Specifications Protocol Support ISO-9141 ..............................................................
PalmScan Enhanced OBD Scan Tool Controls Four simple buttons control all functions on the Scan Tool. The arrow buttons control up and down scrolling on the screen. ENTER confirms the selection and moves the analyzer through the menus. ESC is escape and exits you from the current screen. m mm Scan Tool Ports 150 mm +/- 1 mm From the Left to Right, the Scan Tool has a 15 Pin connector, a 9Pin connector, a power port, and two banana jack inputs.
Accessing OBDII Data From the Start Menu, select OBDII Session using the up and down arrow keys, then press Enter. Follow the screen instructions, and turn the Ignition Key to the ON position, or start the engine. Press Enter. Once you press enter the Scan Tool will try a number of different communication protocols to establish a connection with the vehicle. Even though OBDII is a “standard” for vehicle communication, there are multiple languages that make up the OBDII specification.
Datastream Select Datastream from the OBDII Session Menu and press enter. The Scan Tool will search for data and display what it has found. For each item of data, the Scan Tool will display the ECU Number, Name and Value. The ECU number indicates which ECU in the vehicle is reporting the data. It is not uncommon for the transmission to display RPM, and Throttle position in conjunction with the main ECU on the vehicle. The ECU number helps you notice the difference.
Trouble Codes Select Trouble Codes from the OBDII Session Menu and press enter. From the Trouble Code menu you can select: View DTC’s, Erase DTC’s, View Freeze Frame. When you select View DTC’s, the Scan Tool will retrieve any stored Trouble Codes. The header of the trouble code screen will display how many codes are present. In this example, we are seeing code 3 out of 3. The exact DTC number is also displayed and the ECU number that is responsible for this code.
Readiness Status Select Readiness Status from the OBDII Session Menu and press enter. The status of all monitors, except the comprehensive monitor is displayed. The result of the comprehensive monitor is displayed immediately after the Scan Tool has successfully connected to the vehicle controller. A Value of “Pending” means that particular monitor has not run. A Value of “Done” means that particular monitor has successfully completed it’s test.
Oxygen Sensor Test Mode Select O2 Sensor Test from the Test Mode Menu and press enter. If this test mode is supported by the vehicle, you will be able to choose which O2 Sensor you wish to test. For an expanded explanation of the abbreviations, select the item and look at the bottom of the screen. Use the up and down arrow keys to select which sensor you want to view and press enter. The Scan Tool will retrieve the data and display it on the screen.
Non Continuous System Test Mode Select Non-Cont. Sys Test from the Test Mode Menu and press enter. Non continuous tests are run one time per trip. Testing methods and identification of components differ between vehicles. Use the up and down keys to scroll through the list of data. Data regarding Non-Continuous tests modes and results should be available from the vehicle manufacturer and/or publishers of vehicle data. Continuous System Test Mode Select Cont.
Analyzer Setups Select Setup from the Start Menu and press enter. From the Setup screen select what function you would like to modify. The Adjust Backlight and Adjust Contrast functions use similar screens. Use the Up and Down keys to adjust the brightness or contrast. The Measure Standard function changes the way the value in the datastream list is calculated. Your choices are Metric or English. The Version Selection will indicate what version of software is installed on the Scan Tool.
Installing the Flash Memory Loader The Loader is the program that you PC uses to reprogram the Flash memory in the Scan Tool. Before the Loader can be used, it must be installed. The installer program will be found on the CD that was packaged with the Scan Tool. A copy of the program is available on-line at www.fe rretinstruments.com. Locate the installer and run the program. When the installer program is launched click on the “..” button. This will bring up a directory window.
Configuring the Scan Tool for Updates Connect the serial cable to an open serial port on your PC. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the Scan Tool. Plug the power adapter in to a source of AC Power. Press the up arrow key while plugging in the power adapter into the Scan Tool. The Scan Tool display should light up, but nothing will appear on the screen. You are now ready to install new software using the Loader.
Using the Loader to Install new Software All update files are .zip files and need to be decompressed before installation. Once the files are decompressed, locate the Loader on your computer and double-click the icon to start the program. You should see a screen similar to the one at right. The next step is to select the file you want to transmit to the Scan Tool. Click on The file button and locate the update file. You will need to select “All Files” option to see the file.
Technical Support Any questions or inquiries about service can be answered by contacting us at: Ferret Instruments, Inc. 1310 Higgins Drive Cheboygan, MI 49721 (231) 627-5664, Fax (231) 627-2727 Toll Free (800) 627-5655 Warranty FERRET BRAND LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY FERRET INSTRUMENTS, INC. of Cheboygan Michigan, warrants to the original purchaser that any products manufactured or supplied by Ferret Instruments, Inc.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS —Read All Instructions Before Using The Analyzer— Always wear eye protection when testing vehicles. Be extra careful near batteries and moving parts. Do not lay tools on a battery. Battery gas is highly explosive. If a battery explodes flush the acid away from skin with generous amounts of water. Follow up with a neutralizing solution of baking soda and then more water. Never use a wrench on the ungrounded battery terminal until the grounded one has been disconnected.
