6DIHW\ 3UHFDXWLRQV For your safety, read this manual thoroughly before operating your Super AutoScanner™. The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care when using this test instrument. Before using the scan tool, always refer to and follow safety messages and applicable test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested.
3DUW *HWWLQJ 6WDUWHG The SUPER AutoScanner™ was developed by experts in the automotive service industry to help diagnose vehicles and assist in troubleshooting procedures. The tool will monitor vehicle events and to read codes from the computer’s memory to pinpoint problem areas.
3DUW 8VLQJ 7KH 7RRO TOOL DESCRIPTION DB15 Male Connector – provides connection for vehicle interface and for a serial port via the RS232 Adapter (CP9119) 12V Power Jack– provides power connection. LCD Display – 4 line x 20 character. +(/3 key –...
• dealer where you originally purchased your tool. • manufacturer contact customer service at 1-800-228-7667 (8:00 – 6:00 EST Monday – Friday) or send an email to tech_support@actron.com. Display The tool uses a 4 line by 20 character, Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The large viewing area displays Help messages, instructions, and diagnostic information.
3DUW *OREDO 2%' ,, 'LDJQRVWLFV This section covers all OBD II compliant vehicles. Non OBD II vehicles manufactured by GM, Ford and Chrysler are covered in Parts 4, 5 and 6, respectively. If an Operating Error message displays, refer to “Error Messages” on page 7-3 and check the following : make sure the OBD II connector is securely attached, and the ignition key is ON.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Global OBD II Diagnostics If one or more control modules stops !A6G>7 O ;E @AF re spon din g, t he too l wi ll dis play a...
3DUW *0 +LVWRULF 'LDJQRVWLFV Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles use the 16-pin OBD II connector, but are not OBD II compliant. They still use the OBD I application software. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors". If an Operating Error message displays, make sure the cables and adapters are securely attached and the ignition key is ON.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • GM Historic Diagnostics S e l e c t i n g Y E S d i s p l a y s a s c r e e n (GD@ 9@ 7K #@ prompting you to turn ignition ON.
3DUW )RUG +LVWRULF 'LDJQRVWLFV This section covers Ford vehicles equipped with EEC-IV and MECS system from 1984 – 1995. Some Ford trucks still used the EEC-IV system after 1995. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors". Due to different processor calibrations, the Ford Function List for a particular vehicle may or may not appear as shown.
3DUW &KU\VOHU +LVWRULF 'LDJQRVWLFV This section covers most non-OBD II (OBD I) compliant Chrysler vehicles manufactured from 1989 – 1995. Due to different processor calibrations used, the function list for a particular vehicle may or may not appear as shown. Based on the vehicle information entered, the tool automatically detects the computer system installed.
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Chrysler Historic Diagnostics • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • If not, press the '2:1 arrow to view the )E7 S (A *;7I A67X DTCs.
If the tool will not power up, communicate with your vehicle’s PCM, pass Tool Self-Tests, or functions incorrectly in any other way, then try these Troubleshooting Tips below before consulting Actron. Though the tool requires at least 6.5V to power up, the vehicle’s control modules require a minimum of 8.0V to power up and operate.
TOOL SELF-TESTS If you experience problems when performing the Tool Self-Tests, contact technical support at 1-800-228-7667 (8:00 – 6:00 EST Monday – Friday) or send an email to tech_support@actron.com Tool Self-Tests check the display, keypad, internal memory, and RS-232 interface.
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$SSHQGL[ % *ORVVDU\ A/C: Bank 1: Air Conditioner The standard way of referring to the bank of cylinders containing cylinder #1. In-line A/D: engines have only one bank of cylinders. Analog to Digital Most commonly used to identify the A/F: location of oxygen sensors.