Equus 3150 - ABS/SRS + OBD2 Diagnostic Tool - Manual (Page 38)

Using the Code Reader
CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURE
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„ 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
refreshed, the message “One
moment Auto – link in progress” is
shown on the LCD display. This
action repeats as long as the Code
Reader is communicating with the
vehicle’s computer.
„ The Code Reader will display a code
only if codes are present in the
vehicle’s computer memory. If no
codes are present, a “No DTC’s or
Freeze Frame data presently stored in
the vehicle’s computer” is displayed.
- If the ENTER/FF button is
pressed from the “no DTCs”
screen, the message “No
Powertrain DTCs or Freeze
Frame Data is presently stored in
the Code Reader’s memory.
Press the DTC button to view your
Enhanced or ABS DTC’s” displays.
Press the DTC SCROLL
button to enter the “enhanced”
mode (see THE ENHANCED
MAIN MENU on page 40).
„ 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 12 for a descrip-
tion of LCD display elements.
„ A visible icon indicates that the Code Reader is being
powered 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
indicates the associated Monitor has run and completed its
testing. A blinking Monitor icon indicates the associated Monitor
has not run and completed its testing.