ANCEL FD500 - Multi-System Scanner Manual

Coverage

1. Supports the vehicles of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16PlN Socket, including Fl 50, Transit, VAN
2. Supports OBDII/EOBD Modes of operation

Product specification

2.4'LCD,320 X 240 pixels color screen
Operating Voltage: 8V-18V
Operating Temperature: -0ºC-60ºC(32-140ºF)
Storage Temperature: -20ºC-70ºC(4-158ºF)

Appearance and Key Descriptions

1. LCD DISPLAY — Indicates test results. colorful, 320 x 240 pixels display.
2. OK BUTTON — Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu.
3. ESC BUTTON — Cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or returns to the menu.
4. LEFT SCROLL BUTTON — Move to left menu in main menu mode; When more than one screen of data is retrieved, use the left button could move to previous screens.
5. RIGHT SCROLL BUTTON — Moveto right menu in main menu mode; When more than one screen of data is retrieved, use the right button could move to next screen for additional data
6. UP SCROLL BUTTON — Moves up through menu items in main menu mode; When more than one screen of data is retrieved, use the up button could move to previous screens.
7. DOWN SCROLL BUTTON — Moves down through menu items in main menu mode; When more than one screen of data is retrieved, use the down button could move to next screen for additional data.
8. OBD-16PlN CONNECTOR — Connects the scan tool to vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Connect FD500

1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Locate the vehicle's 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC).
   (Main interface):
   
   (Main Menu):
   
3. Main menu functions:
   [OBDII]: Detect the engine system
   [For Ford]: Test all systems.
   [Oil reset]: Oil change reset
   [EPB reset]: EPB Brake pad reset
   [BAT]: To read real Time Battery Voltage
   [BMS reset]: Battery management system reset
   [ETC reset]: Electric Throttle Control reset
   [Tool Setup]: Language / Beeper/lnstructions (Display at startup)/Unit of Measure/Skin Style/Feedback the test result

FD500 Features

Basic Functions

Choose [For Ford] and it displays as follows.

[System scan] is to scan all vehicle systems. Press [ System scan ] and it displays as follows:


[Manual select] is to display all possible systems, select one of the systems to diagnose.

Choose [Manual select] and it displays as follows:

1. Read Fault Codes
   Choose [Read Fault Codes]. Press up or down button to check each fault code as follows:
   
2. Erase Fault Codes Choose
   [Erase Fault Codes] then press [OK] button, screen displays as follow:
   
   You need to press [OK] again to clear the fault codes.
   It shows as follow after clearing the fault codes.
   
   If you give up clearing fault codes, please press [ESC] button.
3. Read Datastream
   Choose [Read Datastream] then press [OK] button, screen displays as follows:
   
   Choose [View All Items] then press [OK] button, screen displays as follow:
   
   Choose [Select Items] then press [OK] button, screen displays as follows:
   
   Press [LEFT] and [RIGHT] buttons to page.
   Press [UP] and [DOWN] buttons to select one by one.

Main special functions

Different car models have different special functions.
(Here are some common special functions. If you want to learn more about the special features of the FD500, please call or email us.)

1. Reset PCM KAM
   Choose [Special Functions] and it displays as follows:
   Choose [Reset PCM KAM] and it displays as follow:
   
   Press [OK] button to next and complete special function operation:
   
2. BMS Reset
   Choose [Special Functions] and it displays as follows:
   
   Choose [BMS Reset] and it displays as follow:
   
   Prompt the message and press the confirm button to execute the program;
   
   BMS reset is completed.
   

OBDII Diagnose

Choose [OBDII] and it displays as follows:

Read Codes

1. Select [ Read Codes ], then press [OK]
   
   If there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes present, the display indicates "No (pending) codes are stored in the module!" Wait a few seconds or press any key to return to the Diagnostic Menu.
2. View DTCs and their definitions on screen (The control module number; Sequence of the DTCs; Total number of codes detected; Type of codes (Generic of Manufacturer specific)
   

Erase Codes

1. Select [ Erase codes ], then press [OK]
   
2. A warning message comes up asking for your confirmation.
   
3. Press [OK] to confirm.
   

I/M Readiness

Select 11MReadiness option, press [OK], the screen will display as follows:

Data Stream

Choose [Data Stream] and it displays as follows:

Vehicle Information

Choose [Vehicle Information] and it displays as follows:

Tool setup

Language

Choose [Language] and it displays as follows:

Instructions (Display at startup)

Choose [Instructions (Display at startup)] and it displays as follows:

Unit of measure

Choose Unit of measure and it displays as follows:

Skin Style

Choose Skin Style and it displays as follows:

Feedback

If it shows connected error with vehicle or other problem during using, please using the feedback function. Choose [Feedback the test result menu] and it displays as follows:

Download upgrade file on the computer from ANCEL website. Connect device with computer through USB cable.

Choose "Update" file and it displays as follow:

Click "Feedback" and it displays as follow:

Send the Feedback.bin text to support@anceltech.com

Remark: In the above steps, keep the tool connect with computer.

Update

The device is connected with computer through USB cable.

1. When upgrade the device software, it only supports window 7/8/10 system.
2. It can be updated directly on Windows 8 and windows 10 system.
3. When the computer is windows 7 system, the device's software driver is installed on the computer.

Service Procedures

If you have any questions, please contact your local store distributor or visit our website www.anceltech.com
If it becomes necessary to return the scan tool for repair, contact your local distributor for more information.

Safety precautions

To avoid body injury and damage to the device or your car, please read this manual carefully before using FD500.

1. The testing process described in the manual is generally the experience of technician.
2. Safety precaution is required in most of the process to avoid body injury and damage to the device or your car.
3. Read the vehicle maintenance manual before use this device and follow safety precautions.
4. It generates CO and other poisonous air when engine is running. To avoid this kind of hurt, please repair the car in a well-air-ventilated place.
5. When the engine is running, many parts (such as the coolant fan, pulleys, fan belt etc.) rotate at high speed. To avoid serious injury, always be aware of moving parts. Keep a safe distance from these parts as well as other potentially moving objects.
6. Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running. Don't touch hot engine parts to avoid severe burns.
7. Fuel and battery vapors are highly flammable. To prevent an explosion, keep all sparks, heated items and open flames away from the battery and fuel/ fuel vapors. Do not smoke near the vehicle during testing.

Documents / Resources

References

• ANCEL Official Site: Anceltech.com

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