Equus 3110 - CanOBD2 Diagnostic Tool - Manual (Page 39)

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Using the Code Reader
CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
■ The Code Reader will automatically
re-link to the vehicle’s computer every
15 seconds to refresh the data being
retrieved. When data is being re-
freshed, the message “One moment
Auto – link in progress” is shown on the
LCD display. This action repeats as
long as the Code Reader is commu-
nicating with the vehicle’s computer.
■ The Code Reader will display a code
only if codes are present in the vehi-
cle’s computer memory. If no codes
are present, a “No DTC’s are present-
ly stored in the vehicle’s computer” is
displayed.
■ The Code Reader is capable of retrieving and storing up to 32
codes in memory, for immediate or later viewing.
8. To read the display:
Refer to Display Functions on page 25 for a description
of LCD display elements.
■ A visible icon indicates that the Code Reader is being pow-
ered through the vehicle’s DLC connector.
■ A visible icon indicates that the Code Reader is linked to
(communicating with) the vehicle’s computer.
■ The I/M Monitor Status icons indicate the type and number of
Monitors the vehicle supports, and provides indications of the
current status of the vehicle’s Monitors. A solid Monitor icon indi-
cates the associated Monitor has run and completed its testing.
A blinking Monitor icon indicates the associated Monitor has
not run and completed its testing.
■ The upper right hand corner of the
display shows the number of the code
currently being displayed, the total
number of codes retrieved, the type
of code (G = Generic; E = Enhanced
or Manufacturer specific), and
whether or not the displayed code
commanded the MIL on. If the code
being displayed is a PENDING code, the PENDING icon is
shown.
■ The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and related code definition
are shown in the lower section of the LCD display.