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2 – In Vehicle Test
Use In Vehicle Test to perform Battery Tests on in-vehicle batteries using test
parameters determined by vehicle VIN or through manual entry of battery
parameters. A System Test for Starter and Charging testing is also available.
In Vehicle Test
NOTE:When VIN Entry is enabled (See Chapter 6 - Settings),
always associate the in-vehicle battery to the VIN of the vehicle being tested.
IMPORTANT: To expidite the testing procedure, makes sure Auto Test is enabled.
(Chapter 6 - Settings) The testing process begins as soon as the clamps are connected.
The CPX-900 provides a battery decision along with additional detailed information on battery
cranking and reserve capacity.
when necessary,
to enter or continue to the next step.
Battery Test
1.
Connect the tester clamps to the battery terminals.
2.
Auto Test - If enabled, the tool immediately begins testing the battery. (See Chapter 6 - Settings)
NOTE:
battery cranking capability and Reserve Capacity. This additional analysis can take
up to 60 seconds to complete.
3.
At the Main Menu select In Vehicle Test.
4.
Enter Work Order - If enabled, use the displayed keyboard template to Enter Work Order infor-
mation. (See Chapter 6 - Settings)
5.
Temperature - when prompted, hold the tester temperature sensor 6 to 12 inches over the
top of the battery being tested.
Select Capture to lock in the live temperature reading.
6.
VIN Capture - (scanner optional) scan the VIN bar code, usually located in the right corner of
the vehicle's front windshield or on the driver's side door frame.
Refer to Appendix A for additional scanning tips.
NOTE: VIN scanning is skipped when the CPX-900 is not equipped with an op-
tional scanner.
NOTE: Barcode types supported by the CPX-900 include A: 1D: Code 39, Code
128, UPC, Codabar, GS1-Limited; 2D: PDF417, QR Code: Model 2, and Data Matrix
type barcodes. Refer to
2 – In Vehicle Test
Press to return
The testing process uses Conductance Profiling™ technology to determine
Appendix A
an In Vehicle Test test will
to the previous screen,
Temp Sensor
for recommended VIN scanning procedures.
CPX-900
select options and
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