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Rinda Technologies TechMate Pro Supplement Manual

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Marine Scan Tool
The fastest and easiest way to troubleshoot
Marine Electronic Fuel Injection Systems.
Outboard Supplement
Rinda Technologies, Inc.
www.rinda.com

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  • Page 1 TechMate Pro Marine Scan Tool The fastest and easiest way to troubleshoot Marine Electronic Fuel Injection Systems. Outboard Supplement Rinda Technologies, Inc. www.rinda.com...
  • Page 3 TechMate Pro Marine Scan Tool OUTBOARD ENGINE SUPPLEMENT Revision 2 Rinda Technologies, Inc. 4563 N. Elston Ave. • Chicago, IL 60630 www.rinda.com Tel: (773) 736-6633 Fax: (773) -736-2950 Copyright © 2015 Rinda Technologies, Inc. Page 3...

  • Page 4: Limited Warranty

    Limitation of Liability Neither Rinda Technologies, Inc. nor its authorized dealer shall be liable for any defect, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, whether in an action in contract or tort (including negligence and strict liability), such as, but...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Safety Precautions ............6 Overview ................7 Engine / EFI System Support: Smartcraft PCM / ECM systems ........8 Smartcraft ECM-70 systems ......... 23 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM ........... 26 Mercury #824003 Fuel ECM ......... 34 3.0L Carbureted Ignition ECM ........
  • Page 6 Safety Precautions Before attempting to use the TechMate scan tool please read and observe the following safety precautions: • Always refer to and follow the engine and boat manufacturer’s safety and service procedures to prevent personal injury and equipment damage. •...
  • Page 7 About this supplemental publication This publication is intended as a supplement to the main scan tool User Guide. Please refer to the TechMate Pro User Guide (Figure 1) that was supplied with your tool for important fundamental information on features and operation.
  • Page 8 SmartCraft PCM Figure 2 Mercury PCM-555 & ECM-555 This section describes TechMate Pro scan tool functions related to outboard engines equipped with Mercury PCM-555 / ECM-555 SmartCraft compatible EFI modules. This system type was introduced on a variety of Mercury outboard engines beginning in 2001.
  • Page 9 Verado engines. All Verado engines 2005 and newer use the 4-pin style connector. To connect the TechMate Pro scan tool follow the steps below. The two possible types of diagnostic adapters required for these systems are shown at the bottom of this page.
  • Page 10 SmartCraft PCM 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages, use the ▲ and ▼ keys to highlight the “Mercury Outboards” option from the main menu, then press the YES key to select it. 5) A list of outboard system types will now be displayed. Select the “2001-Up Smartcraft”...
  • Page 11 Smartcraft PCM PCM History Selecting the “PCM History” menu choice displays a sub-menu of items associat- ed with the PCM’s fault history memory as shown in Figure 6. PCM HISTORY Freeze Frame Memory Fault Seconds Erase Fault History RPM History Erase RPM History Figure 6 PCM History Menu Freeze Frame Memory...
  • Page 12 SmartCraft PCM Fault Seconds When critical faults occur and remain active the PCM keeps track of how many seconds the fault has persisted during engine operation. The type and number of critical faults this function keeps track of is pre-selected by the engine manufac- turer.
  • Page 13 Smartcraft PCM PCM System Info The PCM control module contains an area of memory that is used to store help- ful text information for a service technician. This information consists of many lines of text which describe basic engine settings, capacities, etc, as well as PCM software revision information.
  • Page 14 SmartCraft PCM PCM OUTPUT TESTS Fuel Injectors Fuel Pump Relay Ignition Coils Direct Injectors Warning Horn Figure 9 PCM Output Tests Menu Fuel Injector Output Test The Fuel Injector output test allows individual fuel injectors to be actuated to ver- ify their operation.
  • Page 15 Smartcraft PCM Fuel Pump Relay Output Test This test will cause the PCM to energize the fuel pump relay thereby activating the engine’s electric fuel pump. Upon executing this test the technician should listen for fuel pump and relay mechanical activity. The relay will be activated for a period of one second.
  • Page 16 SmartCraft PCM the scanner will begin to display several warning messages. Review these messages and be certain their instructions are followed. 3) When the safety messages have been displayed, you may select the ignition coil you wish to test by using the ▲ and ▼ keys. To begin firing the selected coil press the TEST key.
  • Page 17 Smartcraft PCM Warning Horn Output Test (non-DTS systems only) This test will cause the PCM to energize the engine warning horn. The warning horn will be activated for a period of one second. • This test should be performed with Key-On and Engine Off. 1) Review the advisory message stated above and be sure the engine is not run- ning when attempting to perform this test.
  • Page 18 SmartCraft PCM Idle Air Control Output Test (non-DTS systems only) The IAC Test allows the functionality of the engine’s Idle Air Control system to be tested. This test commands the PCM module to change the IAC valve’s position thereby changing the engine’s idle speed. Perform the following steps to conduct the IAC test.
  • Page 19 Smartcraft PCM Tach Output Test The Tachometer Output test is primarily used to verify the operation of an analog, helm mounted, tachometer. The PCM is capable of generating and sup- plying an RPM signal to an analog tachometer. This test will command the PCM to output a tach signal that is equivalent to 3000 rpm.
  • Page 20 SmartCraft PCM 3) When the advisory messages have been displayed you may select the cylinder you wish to disable by using the ▲ and ▼ keys. To begin the test press the TEST key. This action will command the PCM to disable the fuel injector on the selected cylinder for approximately 10 sec- onds.
  • Page 21 Smartcraft PCM 3) When you have selected the correct Engine Location Setting, press the YES key to make the new setting permanent. The scanner will program the new location setting into the PCM’s memory and you will be returned to the scan- ner’s PCM Function menu.
  • Page 22 SmartCraft PCM Configure Tach Link This function allows a technician to configure the PCM for compatibility with two types of engine tachometers. After selecting this function the scan tool will prompt the user to select either a System Link Tach or an Analog Tach. Please re- fer to the tachometer’s installation instructions for further assistance on selecting the correct setting.
  • Page 23 • 2014-Up 75, 90 and 115 HP 4-stroke EFI outboards Connection of the TechMate Pro scan tool to EFI-70 equipped engines requires the use of two adapters as shown below. The 94029 CAN network adapter is used in conjunction with a 6-pin to 10-pin conversion adapter, part number 94032.
  • Page 24 Smartcraft ECM-70 Connecting to ECM-70 EFI Systems The TechMate Pro scan tool provides an extensive set of diagnostic and support functions for troubleshooting engines equipped with the ECM-70 engine control system. Connection of the tool to the engine is detailed in the steps below.

  • Page 25: Features And Functions

    ON or be running. The TechMate Pro scan tool will display the locations of the engine control mod- ules it has detected in the vessel as shown in Figure 13. Choose the appropriate ECM from the list.
  • Page 26 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM Figure 14 Non-SmartCraft Mercury DFI ECM This section describes scan tool functions related to Mercury DFI (pre-2001) outboard engines. These engines were equipped with ECM modules that pre-dated the introduction of SmartCraft. Please note however that these ECMs look nearly identical to SmartCraft compatible PCM-555 modules used on 2001 and later engines.
  • Page 27 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages, use the ▲ and ▼ keys to highlight the “Mercury Outboards” option from the main menu, then press the YES key to select it. 5) A list of outboard system types will now be displayed. Select the “1997-00 DFI ECM”...
  • Page 28 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM Fault History The DFI’s engine control module contains a non-volatile memory that is used to retain the number of times a fault has occurred. To view Fault History informa- tion, perform the following steps: 1) Select the “Fault History“ function from the scanner’s DFI system menu. 2) Use the ▲...
  • Page 29 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM DFI FUNCTIONS Output Tests Induced Misfire Test Reset Break-In Figure 17 DFI Functions Menu Output Tests The Output Test menu option provides a technician with the ability to exercise various DFI actuators and controls in order to verify correct operation. Selecting the “Output Tests”...
  • Page 30 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM 2) After selecting the “Fuel Injectors“ function from the Output Tests menu the scanner will display several warning messages. Review these messages and be certain their instructions are followed. 3) When the warning messages have been displayed you may select the fuel injector you wish to test by using the ▲...
  • Page 31 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM 3) When the warning messages have been displayed, you may select the ignition coil you wish to test by using the ▲ and ▼ keys. To begin firing the selected coil press the TEST key. This action will begin firing the ignition coil for a few seconds.
  • Page 32 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM Oil Pump Output Test This test will cause the ECM to energize the oil pump. Upon executing this test the technician should listen for oil pump mechanical activity. The oil pump will be activated for a period of five seconds. •...
  • Page 33 1997 - 2000 DFI ECM 1) Review the warnings stated above prior to conducting this test. For best results the engine should be running at approximately 1500 rpm and under a moderate load. 2) After selecting the “Induced Misfire” function from the DFI Functions menu the scanner will begin to display one or more advisory messages.
  • Page 34 Mercury #824003 Fuel ECM Figure 19 Mercury 824003 Fuel ECM This section describes scan tool functions related to Mercury’s 824003 Fuel ECM. This engine control module was used on a variety of 2-stroke Mercury and Mari- ner outboard EFI engines in the 1990s. Connecting to the engine.
  • Page 35 Mercury #824003 Fuel ECM 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages, use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboards” option from the main menu, then press the YES key to select it. Next, select “824003 ECM”. #824003 ECM Main Menu After selecting the “824003 ECM”...
  • Page 36 3.0L Carbureted Ignition ECM Figure 21 Mercury 3.0L Ignition ECM The TechMate Pro scan tool is equipped with the ability to diagnose Mercury’s 3.0L outboard ignition system. This system incorporates a Denso electronic ignition control module and was used on 1994 and later 3.0L (185c.i. / 225 HP) carbureted outboard motors.
  • Page 37 3.0L Carbureted Ignition ECM If you are using the #94012 T-Adapter Harness 1) Be sure the engine is turned OFF. 2) Remove the 3.0L engine cover per Mercury’s recommended procedure. 3) Locate the ECM module as shown in Figure 22. 4) Disconnect the ECM’s starboard engine harness connector.
  • Page 38 3.0L Carbureted Ignition ECM Obtaining Data After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboards” operating mode from the main menu then press the YES key to select it. Next, select “3.0L Ignition ECM”...
  • Page 39 Mercury Outboard 3.0L Fuel ECM Figure 24 3.0L EFI Fuel ECM The TechMate Pro is equipped with the ability to diagnose Mercury’s 3.0L out- board EFI system. This system incorporates a Denso Fuel ECM which is capable of providing a variety of diagnostic information to the scan tool.
  • Page 40 Mercury Outboard 3.0L Fuel ECM 5) Connect the scan tool to the adapter’s round DIN connector. 6) Standing clear of all engine components, you may now turn the engine’s igni- tion switch ON. Figure 25 4 pin Diagnostic Link Connector Obtaining Data After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages, use the ▲...
  • Page 41 Figure 26 Mercury Racing 2.5L ECM shown with and without cover The TechMate Pro is equipped with the ability to diagnose Mercury Racing’s 2.5L EFI system. This system incorporates an ECM produced by Fuel Management Systems (FMS) and is capable of providing a variety of diagnostic information to the scan tool.
  • Page 42 Mercury Racing 2.5L ECM 3) Connect the 94013 adapter to the data connector. 4) Connect the scan tool to the adapter’s round DIN connector. 5) Standing clear of all engine components, turn the engine’s ignition switch Obtaining Data After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboards”...
  • Page 43 1998-2005 2 & 3 Cylinder Carb 4-Cycle Figure 27 Mercury 24-Pin Carbureted 4-Stroke ECM This system type applies to two and three cylinder 25HP, 30HP, 40HP, 50HP and 60HP carbureted 4-stroke engines produced by Mercury between 1998 and 2005. Many of these models were equipped with a 24 pin ECM that provided spark control and automatic fuel enrichment functions.
  • Page 44 1998-2005 2 & 3 Cylinder Carb 4-Cycle Engines equipped with this ECM type do not have battery power available from the engine diagnostic connector, as a result a second intermediate adapter must be used to provide battery power to the scan tool. To connect use the following steps: 1) Locate the engine’s 4-pin diagnostic link connector (DLC).
  • Page 45 2006-Up 25 / 30hp 4-Cycle Figure 28 2006 - Up 25hp & 30hp EFI 4-Stroke ECM Mercury’s 2006 and newer 25hp and 30hp EFI 4-cycle engines with Tohatsu powerheads are supported by the scan tool. These engines are equipped with a 2-connector Kokusan Denki electronic control module as shown in Figure 28.
  • Page 46 2006-Up 25 / 30hp 4-Cycle 3) Once connected, start the engine. This is a requirement since the ECM will not provide data unless the engine is running. 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboard”...
  • Page 47 2005 - Up 75 / 90hp EFI 4-Cycle Figure 30 2005 - Up 75hp & 90hp EFI 4-Stroke ECM Mercury’s 2005 and newer 75hp and 90hp EFI 4-cycle engines with Yamaha powerheads are supported by the scan tool. This system is equipped with a 2-connector Mitsubishi-designed control module as shown in the photo above.
  • Page 48 2005 - Up 75 / 90hp EFI 4-Cycle 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboards” operating mode from the main menu then press the YES key to select it. Next, select “2005-Up 75/90 4 cyc”. 75/90 HP 4-Stroke Main Menu After selecting the “2005-Up 75/90 4 cyc”...
  • Page 49 2005 - Up 75 / 90hp EFI 4-Cycle Upon selecting the “Fault History” function the scan tool will display each historic fault that the ECM has logged followed by the time of occurrence. After all historic faults are displayed the scan tool will prompt you to either review the faults or exit to the main ECM system menu.
  • Page 50 2001 - 2006 115hp EFI 4-Cycle Figure 32 2001 - 2006 115hp EFI 4-Stroke ECM Mercury’s 2001 thru 2006 115hp EFI 4-cycle engines with Yamaha powerheads are supported by the scan tool. This system is equipped with a 2-connector Mitsubishi-designed control module as shown in the photo above. Connecting to the engine.
  • Page 51 2001 - 2006 115hp EFI 4-Cycle 4) After the scan tool displays its initial opening messages use the ▲ and ▼ keys to display the “Mercury Outboards” operating mode from the main menu then press the YES key to select it. Next, select “2001-06 115hp 4 cyc”. 115 HP 4-Stroke Main Menu After selecting the “2001-06 115hp 4 cyc”...
  • Page 52 2001 - 2006 115hp EFI 4-Cycle Upon selecting the “Fault History” function the scan tool will display each historic fault that the ECM has logged followed by the time of occurrence. After all historic faults are displayed the scan tool will prompt you to either review the faults or exit to the main ECM system menu.
  • Page 53 Scan Tool Adapters #94005 #94006 GM Marine EFI Adapter PCM-555 / ECM-555 Adapter #94011 #94013 Mercury 3.0L Adapter Mercury Racing 2.5L Adapter #94014 2.8L / 4.2L D-Tronic Diesel Adapter #94020 Thunderbolt V Adapter Page 53...
  • Page 54 Scan Tool Adapters #94021 #94024 7.3L D-Tronic Diesel Adapter Volvo Penta EGC Adapter #94026 #94028 Pleasurecraft / Crusader GCP Adapter Mercury 2-pin Adapter #94029 #94032 CAN Network Adapter 6-pin to 10-pin CAN Converter Page 54...
  • Page 55 Scan Tool Adapters #94037 #94038 In-line Power Adapter Mercury 3-pin Adapter #94039 Mercury 18-pin Adapter #94015 Deluxe Carrying Case (shown with tool and adapters) Page 55...
  • Page 56 Rinda Technologies, Inc. 4563 N. Elston Ave. • Chicago, IL 60630 www.rinda.com Copyright © 2015 Rinda Technologies, Inc. Printed in USA...

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