Code Retrieval Procedure - Matco Tools FixAdvisor MD70 Operating Instruction

Using the FixAdvisor

CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE

CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
Retrieving and using Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) for
troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an
Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition.
Each DTC has a set of testing procedures, instructions and
flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of
the problem. This information is found in the vehicle's
service manual. Always refer to the vehicle's service manual
for detailed testing instructions.
Check your vehicle thoroughly before performing
any test. See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 34 for
details.
ALWAYS observe safety precautions whenever working on a
vehicle. See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS on page 3 for more
information.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Locate the vehicle's 16-pin Data Link
Connector
connector location.
Some DLCs have a plastic cover that
must be removed before connecting
the FixAdvisor cable connector.
If the FixAdvisor is ON, turn it OFF by
pressing the POWER/LINK
button
FixAdvisor to the DLC.
3. Connect the FixAdvisor cable connector to the vehicle's DLC. The
cable connector is keyed and will only fit one way.
If you have problems connecting the cable connector to the DLC,
rotate the connector 180° and try again.
If you still have problems, check the DLC on the vehicle and on
the FixAdvisor. Refer to your vehicle's service manual to
properly check the vehicle's DLC.
4. Turn the ignition on. DO NOT start the engine.
5. When the FixAdvisor's cable connector is properly connected to the
vehicle's DLC, the unit automatically turns ON.
If the unit does not power on automatically when connected to
the vehicle's DLC connector, it usually indicates there is no
power present at the vehicle's DLC connector. Check your fuse
panel and replace any burned-out fuses.
36
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overall diagnostic strategy.
(DLC). See page
BEFORE connecting
5 for
the
MD70