SP tools SP61150, User Manual

Page 1: ...S AND ATTACH RECEIPT TO MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE NOTE Proof of purchase must be retained by the customer as it will be required in the event of a claim under warranty AFTER SALES SUPPORT AUSTRALIA Visit the website s contact page to get in touch with your local service department WWW SPTOOLS COM INTERNATIONAL Use the county selector to get in touch with your service department in your country o...

Page 2: ...rage 5 Features 5 Intended Use 5 Safety Warnings 6 Definitions 7 Operating Instructions 10 Location of Data Link Connector 10 System Status 11 Reading Codes 11 Erasing Codes 12 Retrieving I M readiness Status 14 Viewing Vehicle Information 15 Exiting OBDII Test 17 Cleaning and Maintenance 18 Disposal and Recycling Instructions 18 Warranty Details 19 ...

Page 3: ...On Board Diagnostic OBD II Code Reader 1 LCD DISPLAY Indicates test results It is backlit 2 ENTER EXIT BUTTON Confirms a selection or action from a menu list or returns to the main menu 3 SCROLL BUTTON Scrolls through menu items or cancel an operation 4 OBD II Connector Connects the code reader to the vehicles Data Link Connector DLC SCOPE OF DELIVERY 1 Code Reader cable and plug assembly all one ...

Page 4: ...erating Temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage Temperature 20 to 70 C 4 to 158 F Power provided via OBDII cable Dimensions Length 115mm Width 72mm Height 20mm Weight 200g GENERAL INFORMATION The vehicle s On Board Diagnostics Generation Two OBDII system is designed to monitor key engine functions by performing either continuous or periodic tests of specific components and conditions When a prob...

Page 5: ...nate OBD II Certified All OBD II compliant vehicles will also have a common sixteen pin Data Link Connector DLC located under the dash FEATURES Works with all 1996 and newer OBDII compliant vehicles Including CAN Reads and clears generic and manufacturer specific diagnostic trouble codes DTC s and turns off check engine light Code definitions are displayed on unit screen Reviews the emission readi...

Page 6: ...aged 8 Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for petrol chemical electrical fires nearby 9 Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running The OBDII system in your vehicle is designed to Monitor key engine components by performing either continuous or periodic testing of components and conditions Alert the driver to a fault by illuminating a warning lamp on the vehicl...

Page 7: ...ol modules of a vehicle MIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp same as Service Engine Soon or Check Engine If the MIL illuminates with a steady light it indicates that a problem has been detected If the MIL is flashing a severe problem has been detected and further operation of the vehicle is discouraged PCM Powertrain Control Module the on board computer that controls engine and drive train TCM Transmiss...

Page 8: ...ents will be reported as Ready or Complete The powertrain control module PCM sets a monitor to Ready or Complete after an appropriate drive cycle has been performed The drive cycle that enables a monitor and sets readiness codes to ready varies for each individual monitor Once a monitor is set as Ready or Complete it will remain in this state A number of factors including erasing of diagnostic tro...

Page 9: ...by the vehicles on board computer in response to a problem detected The codes identify a particular problem and indicate where the fault has occurred The first character identifies which control system set the code The following four numbers indicate where the problem originated and the conditions that caused it to set Below is an example to illustrate the structure of the digits DTC Example P 0 2...

Page 10: ...ess ENTER EXIT button to enter Diagnostic Menu A sequence of messages displaying the OBD2 protocols will be observed on the display until the vehicle protocol is detected If the code reader fails to communicate with the vehicle s ECU Engine Control Unit a LINKING ERROR message shows up on the display Verify that the ignition is ON Check if the code reader s OBD II connector is securely connected t...

Page 11: ... select System Status from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button 2 View System Status contents on screen 3 Press ENTER EXIT button to return to previous menu READING CODES 1 Use SCROLL button to select Read Codes from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT button 1 6 1 System Status 2 Read codes 3 Erase Codes 4 I M Readiness Diagnostic Menu 2 6 1 System Status 2 Read codes 3 Erase Codes 4 I M ...

Page 12: ...If retrieved DTCs contain any manufacturer specific or enhanced codes the display indicates Manufacturer control 4 Press ENTER EXIT button to return to previous menu ERASING CODES CAUTION Erasing the Diagnostic Trouble Codes may allow the code reader to delete not only the codes from the vehicle s on board computer but also Freeze Frame data and manufacturer enhanced data Further the I M Readiness...

Page 13: ...e Done message shows up If not cleared then an Erase Failure Turn Key on with Engine off message displays 4 Wait a few seconds or press any key to return to Diagnostic Menu If you do not wish to proceed to erase the codes then press SCROLL button to select NO and press ENTER EXIT A Command Canceled message shows up Press any key or wait a few seconds to return to Diagnostic Menu 3 6 1 System Statu...

Page 14: ...Readiness Status result of NO does not necessarily indicate that the vehicle being tested will fail an I M inspection One or more such monitors may be allowed to be Not Ready to pass the emissions inspection 1 Use SCROLL button to select I M Readiness from Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER EXIT If more than one module is detected you will be prompted to select a module before test Use SCROLL button ...

Page 15: ... Monitor Htd Catalyst Heated Catalyst Monitor A C Refrig Mon A C system Monitor 5 If the vehicle supports readiness test of This Drive Cycle a screen of the following will be displayed 6 Press ENTER EXIT button to return to previous menu Viewing Vehicle information VIEWING VEHICLE INFORMATION The Vehicle Info function enables retrieval of Vehicle Identification No VIN on 2002 newer vehicles that s...

Page 16: ...e prompted to select a module before test Use SCROLL button to select and press ENTER EXIT button 2 Wait a few seconds to read vehicle information 3 From Vehicle Info menu use SCROLL button to select an available item to view and press ENTER EXIT button Turn key on With engine off Press ENTER to con Vehicle Info 1 3 Engine Module A4 Exit Control Module Reading info Please Wait Vehicle Info 1 4 Veh...

Page 17: ...sage comes up asking your confirmation 3 Use the SCROLL button to select Yes or NO then press ENTER EXIT button 4 To disconnect the code reader from the vehicle s Data Link Connector Gently pull on the body of the 16 pin plug assembly Avoid pulling it out by the cable as this may cause damage to the cable over time VIN 2HGES16684H907941 6 6 5 Vehicle Info 6 Exit Diagnostic Menu Exit OBDII Test Are...

Page 18: ...t free environment DISPOSAL RECYCLING INFORMATION When the product reaches its end of life take it to a collection point designated by local authorities for E waste The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment Do not dispose of with normal ...

Page 19: ... or normal wear and tear 1 2 Has been used in a manner other than for which it was originally designed 1 3 Has been tampered with or is otherwise than as supplied by SP Tools 1 4 Where any damage malfunction or other failure of the equipment or any part thereof resulted directly or indirectly from unauthorized persons adjusting or failing to adjust any part requiring normal maintenance and service...