Contents - Actron Code Scanner CP9015 Instruction Manual

Congratulations on purchasing your
Actron Code Scanner for accessing
engine trouble-codes required for
repairing vehicles equipped with
computers. Your Actron Code Scanner is
made by Actron, the largest and most
trusted name in automotive diagnostic
equipment for the home mechanic. You
can have confidence this product
maintains the highest quality in
manufacturing, and will provide you
years of reliable service.
This instruction manual is divided into
several key sections. You will find
detailed steps on using the Code
Scanner and important information about
trouble code meanings, how a computer
controls engine operation, and more!
Identifying the problem is the first step in
solving that problem. Your Actron Code
Scanner can help you determine by
accessing the engine computer trouble
codes. Armed with that knowledge, you
can either refer to an appropriate service
manual or discuss your problem with a
knowledgeable service technician. In
either event you can save yourself a lot
of valuable time and money in auto
repair. And feel confident that your
vehicle's problem has been fixed!
1 About Codes: Where do they
come from and what are they for? .. 3
2 Code Scanner Basics: When do
you use it and what does it do? ....... 5
3 Connector Location: Connector
type identifies the computer system
in your vehicle: EEC-IV or MCU. ..... 7
4 Using the Code Scanner – EEC-IV
system: Complete description for
reading and using service codes .... 8
5 Code Meanings – EEC-IV system:
Service Code Definitions for Ford
EEC-IV engines ............................ 20
6 Other Features – EEC-IV system:
Additional Code Scanner Diagnostic
Tests .............................................. 31
7 Using the Code Scanner – MCU
system: Includes engine off and
engine running tests. ..................... 37
8 Code Meanings – MCU system:
Service Code Definitions for Ford
MCU engines ................................ 47
9 Computer Basics: What does the
engine computer do?
Learn more about how your engine
computer operates and controls
vehicle functions. ........................... 49
10 Reference Glossary: Includes
component descriptions and term
definitions commonly used in
reference to engine computer
systems ......................................... 55
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