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Auto Meter PowerNet BCT-460DTNA Work Instructions

Auto Meter PowerNet BCT-460DTNA Work Instructions

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BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool
Work Instructions
Note: The BCT-460DTNA performs a complete electrical system test (PowerNet Test) that checks the Battery Pack
state of charge, Battery Interconnect cables voltage drop, Individual Batteries, Starter Cables voltage drop, Starter,
Alternator Cable voltage drop, and Alternator test. A completed PowerNet Test must be completed for all
warranty claims.

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  • Page 1 BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool Work Instructions Note: The BCT-460DTNA performs a complete electrical system test (PowerNet Test) that checks the Battery Pack state of charge, Battery Interconnect cables voltage drop, Individual Batteries, Starter Cables voltage drop, Starter, Alternator Cable voltage drop, and Alternator test. A completed PowerNet Test must be completed for all warranty claims.
  • Page 2 SAFTEY  Carefully read all operating instructions before using the BCT-460DTNA  Wear eye protection when working around batteries.  Be sure each test is completed before removing load clamps to prevent arcing and potential explosion from battery gases. Never remove load clamps while testing. Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from batteries.
  • Page 3 INSPECTION Valid heavy duty electrical system testing depends on all the components being in good operating condition. In addition, the battery MUST have sufficient charge for testing. Carefully perform the following steps before attempting any electrical diagnosis. Visual Check Inspect Belts for cracks, glazed surface and fraying. Tighten loose belts before proceeding.
  • Page 4: Wireless Communication

    WIRELESS COMMUNICATION Bluetooth The BCT-460DTNA uses Bluetooth to communicate between the control module and load module. This allows you to make the connections, remove the control module and the run the tests from inside your vehicle. The BCT-460DTNA control module and load module come paired from the factory. Bluetooth will work as long as the distance between the load module and control module is less than 30 feet.
  • Page 5 The drop down menu the applications version and how to is for options of contact Auto Meter. the tool. Battery Status Update Firmware Display the state of Update software charge of the batteries in...
  • Page 6 Hook Up Connect Black Clamp to Negative (-) Terminal Connect Red Clamp to Positive (+) Terminal Battery CONNECTING ADAPTORS TO COMPONENT  Clean matting surface for adaptor with a wire brush to remove any dirt, grime or corrosion protection covering ...
  • Page 7 PowerNet Test (Info Screen) Note – the tool has to have been set up and connected to Wi-Fi before these work instructions can be followed. Refer to manual for Wi-Fi connections and set up. To start the PowerNet test. Press the Blue Icon that says “DTNA PowerNet”...
  • Page 8 PowerNet Test (Info Screen) Continued from page 6 The complete 18 digit Vehicle VIN Click on the must be entered. Camera Icon to open screen for scanning vehicle QR code. Check all that apply Click on page 2 to continue to the next screen VIN QR Code Locations...
  • Page 9 PowerNet Test (Battery Pack Test) Continued from page 7 If “No” is selected for “Does the Vehicle Have an Auxiliary Battery Pack” the tester will skip over testing the Auxiliary battery pack. Continue to page 9 Page 8...
  • Page 10 PowerNet Test (Starting Battery Pack Test) Continued from page 8 Note: If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields. Just reselect the battery data field to change the data. Select Battery Rating to bring up screen for scan or manual entry option.
  • Page 11 PowerNet Test (Starting Battery Pack Test) Continued from Page 9 - Section A Continued from Page 9 - Section B Select “Battery Type” to input the type of battery If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields. Just reselect the battery data field to change the data.
  • Page 12 PowerNet Test (Auxiliary Battery Pack Test) Continued from page 10 Note: If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields. Just reselect the battery data field to change the data. “Manual Entry” “Scan Battery QR Code” When the battery QR code is scanned, the...
  • Page 13 PowerNet Test (Auxiliary Battery Pack Test) Continued from Page 11 - Section A Continued from Page 11 - Section B Select “Battery Type” to input the type of battery If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields. Just reselect the battery data field to change the data.
  • Page 14 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Test) Continued from page 10 or 12 “Battery damaged and cannot be tested” prompt By selecting this prompt you acknowledge that the battery is physically damaged and unsafe Disassemble battery pack to test. There will be no battery to test individual battery.
  • Page 15 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Test) Continued from page 13 Select Battery Rating to bring up screen for scan or manual entry option. “Manual Entry” “Scan Battery QR Code” When the battery QR code is scanned, the battery rating, type, and serial number are entered into the tool.
  • Page 16 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Test) Continued from Page 14 - Section A Continued from Page 14 - Section B Select “Battery Type” to input the type of battery Note: If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields.
  • Page 17 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Test) Note: When Needed, the tester will apply a load to the battery to Continued from Page 15 - Section B remove surface charge. Continued from Page 15 - Section A If the battery QR code was scanned, the test will not ask to enter the battery serial number.
  • Page 18 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Test) Note: Depending on the outcome of the battery test. Any one of these test results could show up. Continued from page 16 Battery will need to be charged before PowerNet can be continued If the battery QR code was scanned, the test will not ask to...
  • Page 19 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Re-Test) Continued from page 16 or 17 Tip: There will be a prompt to replace the battery for each battery that has failed. If multiple batteries have failed. Replace all the batteries that have failed at the same time. Every battery, that has been replaced, will need to be retested.
  • Page 20 PowerNet Test (Aux Individual Battery Test) Continued from page 17 “Battery damaged and cannot be tested” prompt Select “Next” By selecting this prompt you to Continue acknowledge that the battery is physically damaged and unsafe If the battery QR code is scanned, to test.
  • Page 21 PowerNet Test (Aux Individual Battery Test) Continued from page 19 Select Battery Rating to bring up screen for scan or manual entry option. “Manual Entry” “Scan Battery QR Code” When the battery QR code is scanned, the battery rating, type, and serial number are entered into the tool.
  • Page 22 PowerNet Test (Aux Individual Battery Test) Continued from Page 20 - Section A Continued from Page 20 - Section B Select “Battery Type” to input the type of battery Note: If an error has been made in any of the battery data fields.
  • Page 23 PowerNet Test (Aux Individual Battery Test) Note: When Needed, the tester will apply a load to the battery to Continued from Page 21 - Section B remove surface charge. Continued from Page 21 - Section A If the battery QR code was scanned, the test will not ask to enter the battery serial number.
  • Page 24 PowerNet Test (Aux Individual Battery Test) Note: Depending on the outcome of the battery test. Any one of these test results could show up. Continued from page 22 Battery will need to be charged before PowerNet can be continued If the battery QR code was scanned, the test will not ask to enter the battery serial number.
  • Page 25 PowerNet Test (Individual Battery Re-Test) Continued from page 22 or 23 Tip: There will be a prompt to replace the battery for each battery that has failed. If multiple batteries have failed. Replace all the batteries that have failed at the same time. After repairs are finished.
  • Page 26 PowerNet Test (Starter Cable Test) Continued from page 18 or 24 Continue to page 27 Continue to page 26 Page 25...
  • Page 27 PowerNet Test (Starter Cable Test) Continued from page 25 Note: After the Voltage Drop test has failed 2 times. There is an option to accept the voltage drop “As Is”. If yes is selected, the test continues to next test. After repairs are finished.
  • Page 28 PowerNet Test (Damaged Starter Test) Continued from page 25 or 26 “Starter damaged and cannot be tested” If “Starter damaged and cannot be prompt tested” is selected a verification By selecting this prompt you prompt will pop-up. acknowledge that the Starter is physically damaged and unable to test.
  • Page 29 PowerNet Test (Starter Test) Continued from page 27 Continue to page 29 Continue to page 30 Page 28...
  • Page 30 PowerNet Test (Starter Test) Continued from page 28 Continue to page 31 Note: Depending on the outcome of the Abutment is when a starter test. Any one start is requested – of these test results Fail Low RPM means the starter pinion could show up.
  • Page 31 PowerNet Test (Start Enable Circuit Test) Continued from page 27 If there is low voltage If there is NOT low on IMS Circuit voltage on IMS Circuit Note: PowerNet Test must be completed for all warranty repairs of the PowerNet system The test will start off retesting the starting battery pack, then Continue to page 31...
  • Page 32 PowerNet Test (Start Enable Circuit Test) Continued from page 30 Note: Depending on the outcome of the test. Either the starter is faulty or the start enable circuit is faulty. If there is voltage on the circuit, the starter is faulty. If there is no voltage on the circuit, the circuit will need to have further diagnosis to find root cause.
  • Page 33 PowerNet Test (Alternator Cable Test) Continued from page 29 To enter the alternator rating. Select Select done when done entering rating. Select “Start Test” Note: If the incorrect rating has been entered, re- select alternator rating box to change the alternator rating.
  • Page 34 PowerNet Test (Alternator Cable Test) Continued from page 32 After repairs are finished. PowerNet Test must be resumed to complete the PowerNet form. Note: After the Voltage Drop test has failed 2 times. There is an option to accept the voltage drop “As Is”.
  • Page 35 PowerNet Test (Damaged Alternator Test) Continued from page 32 or 33 “Alternator damaged and cannot be tested” If “Alternator damaged and cannot be prompt tested” is selected a verification By selecting this prompt you prompt will pop-up. acknowledge that the alternator is physically damaged and unable to test.
  • Page 36 PowerNet Test (Alternator Test) Continued from page 33 or 34 Continue to page 36 Page 35...
  • Page 37 PowerNet Test (Alternator Test) Continued from page 35 Optional Prompt When testing higher current alternators, there If required, there will be a prompt to turn might be this on headlights and accessory. prompt Turn on Headlights, HVAC blower to high, and any other higher currant accessory.
  • Page 38 PowerNet Test (Alternator Test) Continued from page 36 Note: Depending on the outcome of the alternator test. Any one of these test results could show up. After repairs are finished. PowerNet Test must be resumed to complete the PowerNet form. The test will start off retesting the starting battery...
  • Page 39 PowerNet Test (Alternator Remote Sense Test) Continued from page 64 Diagnose the alternator remote sense circuit for this type of failure. After repairs are finished. PowerNet Test must be resumed to complete the PowerNet form. The test will start off retesting the starting battery pack, then will continue at page 35 Page 38...
  • Page 40 PowerNet Test (Completion of Testing) Continued from page 36 Continued from page 36 If equipped with auxiliary battery pack, there will be a prompt to reconnect the auxiliary battery pack If the starter and/or alternator cables failed, but the user selected to accept the cables As Is.