Introduction; General Information; On-Board Diagnostics (Obd) Ii - Launch Creader 7001S Instructions Manual

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1. Introduction

Featuring a 4.0" color LCD and similar appearance, each of Creader
7001S/8001S supports all 10 modes of OBD II test for a complete diagnosis.
Creader 7001S
In addition to the full OBDII/EOBD diagnostic functions, Creader 7001S also
provides the oil lamp reset function and EPB (Electronic Park Brake) reset
function.
Creader 8001S
In addition to the full OBDII/EOBD diagnostic functions, Creader 8001S also
supports the system diagnosis of ABS, SRS, ENG and AT system, and provides
the following resetting functions:
 Oil lamp reset
 EPB (Electronic Park Brake) reset
 SAS (Steering Angle Sensor) reset
 BMS (Battery Management System) reset
There are two methods available to update the tool: via memory card or via USB
cable. The memory card is highly recommended to update your tool.
Note: Creader 7001S/8001S may automatically reset while being disturbed by strong
static electricity. THIS IS A NORMAL REACTION.

2. General Information

2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II

The first generation of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD I) was developed by the
California Air Resources Board (ARB) and implemented in 1988 to monitor some
of the emission control components on vehicles. As technology evolved and the
desire to improve the On-Board Diagnostic system increased, a new generation of
On-Board Diagnostic system was developed. This second generation of
On-Board Diagnostic regulations is called "OBD II".
The OBD II system is designed to monitor emission control systems and key
engine components by performing either continuous or periodic tests of specific
components and vehicle conditions. When a problem is detected, the OBD II
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