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The can OBDII/EOBD Code Reader is an innovative and affordable solution specially designed for DIYers to get easy and quick access to engine problems on all OBDII compliant vehicles sold worldwide since 2006. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ www.lasertools.co.uk...
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, CAUTION if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or to bystanders. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
WARNING engine. • Select menu languages. • Change measurement unit. Make sure to turn off ignition before connecting or disconnecting WARNING • Adjust display contrast. the code reader. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
Society Automotive Engineers (SAE) to standardize automotive electronic Example: diagnosis. EOBD is European version of OBDII required in Europe since 2001. The OBDII standard specifies: • A generic diagnostic port (Data Link Connector) and its pinout;...
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“ashtray”, which must be removed to access it, or on the far left corner of the dash. If the DLC cannot be found, consultthe vehicle’s service manual for the location. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. IMPORTANT Do not soak keypad as water might find its way into the code reader. Weight 300g Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
2. Press the YES/NO key to confirm. To power up the code reader: 1. Locate the diagnostic interface on vehicle. 2. Plug in the code reader’s OBDII connector to the DLC. NOTE A plastic DLC cover may be found on some vehicles.
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4. Press the YES/NO key to save measurement setting and return. Adjusting Display Contrast To adjust display contrast: 1. Use the SCROLL key to select Contrast from System Setup screen. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
√ If the code reader fails to communicate with the vehicle a 5.1 Reading DTCs “Communication Error!” message displays. Make sure the OBDII connector is securely attached, and the ignition key is on. Turn vehicle key to off for 10 seconds, then on. If problem still exists, refer to The Read Codes function is used to read DTCs (stored codes), which are used “Error Messages”...
The Clear Codes function is used to delete DTCs and I/M Readiness data from select YES and press the YES/NO key. vehicle’s control module(s). It may also erase freeze data, and set monitors to incomplete or not ready. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
2. Press the YES/NO key to confirm. 3. View PIDs on code reader. Use the SCROLL key when more than one screen of information is retrieved. 2. Press the YES/NO key to confirm. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
The I/M Readiness function is used to view a snapshot of the operations for the Sec Air System Secondary Air System Monitor emission system on OBDII/EOBD vehicles. √ I/M Readiness is a useful function used to check if all monitors are OK or A/C Refrig Mon Air Conditioning Refrigerant Monitor N/A.
3. To quit test, use the SCROLL key to select YES and press YES/NO key. √ If not to exit, use the SCROLL key the select NO and press the YES/NO key. Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_ Laser 5089 Code Reader User’s Guide_...
Home>Updates>5089 and save the applications and Laser Fault Code Reader is able to be updated via the internet. files in computer disk. √ The update consists of two parts: program upgrade and DTC upgrade.
• Verify that the control module is not defective. 7.2 Code Reader Does Not Power Up If Laser 5089 will not power up, communicate with vehicle’s control module, or functions incorrectly in any other way, do the following: • Check DLC for broken or bent pins and clean the pins if need be.