Dear repairer, AXONE 2000 Motor Truck Thank you for choosing our equipment for your work- shop. We feel confident that you will be satisfied of it and that it will be of considerable help. Please read the instructions in this operation manual with great care and keep it close at hand for consultation. AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is a portable and self-powered engine diagnostic computer. It is highly effective and compact; it can be used for testing both on the road and in the workshop. The instrument can be updated with any diagnostic function required for modern car-repair by adding a special memory card containing the function. AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is ready for connection with the diagnostic units PEGASO EXPANDER of the Pegaso series, with a PC keyboard, a printer and a modem for communication with remote terminals.
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Dear repairer,
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
Thank you for choosing our equipment for your work-
shop. We feel confident that you will be satisfied of it and
that it will be of considerable help.
Please read the instructions in this operation manual with
great care and keep it close at hand for consultation.
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is a portable and self-powered
engine diagnostic computer. It is highly effective and
compact; it can be used for testing both on the road and
in the workshop.
The instrument can be updated with any diagnostic
function required for modern car-repair by adding a
special memory card containing the function.
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is ready for connection with
the diagnostic units PEGASO EXPANDER of the Pegaso
series, with a PC keyboard, a printer and a modem for
communication with remote terminals.
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
Data, technical specifications and descriptions contained
in this manual are supplied as information only and are
not binding for the manufacturer.
The manufacturer can make any change deemed
suitable for improving the product or for manufacturing or
commercial reason.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without
the prior written permission of the manufacturer.Feb 2004
Rev. A0DTP and Communication Department
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck I
CONTENTS
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
CORRECTLY
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor TruckDESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 1
The Keyboard 2
Interface Module 4
Card reading and writing unit 5
Input-output connectors 5
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck power supply 7
Battery charge 8
Battery change 9
NOTES FOR A CORRECT USAGE 10
Automatic reset internal fuses 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11
SPARE PARTS 12
GLOSSARY 13
GETTING STARTED 14
How to enable a program 16
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor TruckHOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 17
Service programs 17
UP-GRADES UP-GRADES 23
Internet Connection 24
Online Internet Updating 26
MEASURESMEASURES 33
MULTIMETER 33
VOLTMETER 34
AMMETER 35
OHMMETER 37
Continuity Test 38
OSCILLOSCOPE 39
OPTIONS 41
II AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
Input 42
Cursors 43
Zoom 45
Grid 46
Screen reset 46
On-line help (0) 47
SCALE SELECTIONS 48
Scale selection (V) 49
Scale selection (T) 50
AC/DC READING SELECTION 52
Ac reading selection 53
Dc reading selection 53
TYPES OF SYNCHRONISM 54
Internal synchronism 55
Manual synchronism 56
External synchronism 57
FAST AUTO-DIAGNOSISFAST AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 59
Hot to connect AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
to the Electronic Central Unit 63
How to supply power to the Auto-diagnosis
interface cable 64
Connecting the Auto-Diagnosis socket 66
How to carry out a test 67
How to select make and model 68
Start of diagnosis 72
Engineering parameters 74
Current and saved errors 75
STO function 77
Inputs status 78
Actuators/regulations 79
How to exit the program 80
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS FOR E-OBD STANDARDAUTO-DIAGNOSIS FOR E-OBD STANDARD 82
Icon and command window description 82
Program description 83
Engineering parameters 86
Activations 87
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck III
Iso 88
PC-CONNECTIONPC-CONNECTION 89
E-MAIL E-MAIL 91
ARCHIVING ARCHIVING 94
LIST OF CONNECTING ERRORS LIST OF CONNECTING ERRORS 98
IV AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Carefully read the instructions on set up, use and
maintenance in this operating manual.
Do not allow unskilled personnel to use this machine as
this could cause injury to personnel and damage to the
equipment.
The working area must be dry, ventilated and with enough
light.
In particular, all car testing with running engine must take
place in areas equipped with exhaust fans.
Please remember that inhalation of carbon dioxide
(odorless) is a health hazard.
When operating on engines or other parts
of vehicles:
- Use proper clothing and act appropriately in order to
avoid accidents.
- Before starting make sure that the vehicle gears is
“neutral” (or “park” if equipped with automatic gearbox),
pull the vehicle’s hand brake and check that the wheels
are blocked.
- Protect your face, hands and feet and avoid contact
with hot parts such as sparking plugs, exhaust pipes,
radiators, and connectors of the cooling system.
- Do not smoke and do not use flames while working on
the vehicle.
- Check that all electric connections are isolated and firm.
- Do not look directly into the carburetor inlet while the
engine is running.
- Keep hands and hair away from moving parts.
Do not wear ties, slack clothing, wrist jewelry and
watches while working on a vehicle, especially with
running engine.
- Keep away from the fan. The cooling fan is controlled
by a temperature switch linked with temperature of the
coolant: disconnect the fan cable whenever operating on
a warm engine, so that the fan does not suddenly start
up after the engine has been turned off.
- Do not pour fuel directly into the carburetor to start the
engine quicker.
- Do not touch high-tension cables while the engine is on.
- Do not open the radiator cap before both the tempera-
ture of the engine and the pressure of the cooling system
have decreased.
- Handle portable lamps with care and use only safety
models.
- Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from fuel, dust
and metal.
When operating on car batteries, remember that:
Car batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive
gases. Therefore, keep the following in mind:
- Always wear safety goggles.
- Do not leave tools on batteries because they could
cause unwanted electric connection.
- Before testing or charging, cover the battery inlets with a
wet rag to choke the explosive gases.
- Avoid sparks when connecting the cables with the
battery.
- Avoid squirts of electrolyte on your skin, eyes and
clothing, because it is corrosive and highly toxic.
When operating with instruments connected to mains,
remember to:
- Check that the instrument has been grounded.
- Turn off power before connecting or disconnecting
cables.
- Avoid contact with wet hands.
- Isolate yourself from the ground.
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
CORRECTLY
In order to use AXONE 2000 Motor Truck correctly
observe the following safety rules:
- The equipment must be placed in a dry area. Do not
expose it or use it nearby heat sources.
- Turn on and off the equipment only with the ON/OFF
switch.
- Do not subject AXONE 2000 Motor Truck Central
Unit to heavy shock.
- Do not expose AXONE 2000 Motor Truck Central
Unit to water or other liquids.
- Do not lay object on the on the power cable and do not
bend it sharply.
- For frequent use, store the equipment without discon-
necting the power/charge cable.
- Disconnect the power/charge cable in case you do not
plan to use the equipment for a long time (longer than
one month).
- Do not use AXONE 2000 Motor Truck with battery
charger on.
- Do not replace electronic modules (i.e: OBD, ACQ...)
with instrument on.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
This product may contain substances that can be
hazardous to the environment or to human health if it is
not disposed of properly.
We therefore provide you with the following information to
prevent releases of these substances and to improve the
use of natural resources.
Electrical and electronic equipments
should never be disposed of in the
usual municipal waste but must be
separately collected for their proper
treatment. The crossed-out bin
symbol, placed on the product and in
this page, remind you of the need to
dispose of properly the product at the
end of its life.
In this way it is possible to prevent that a not specific
treatment of the substances contained in these products,
or their improper use, or improper use of their parts may
be hazardous to the environment or to human health.
Furthermore this helps to recover, recycle and reuse
many of the materials used in these products.
For this purpose the electrical and electronic equipment
producers and distributors set up proper collection and
treatment systems for these products.
At the end of life your product contact your distributor to
have information on the collection arrangements.
When buying this new product your distributor will also
inform you of the possibility to return free of charge
another end of life equipment as long as it is of equivalent
type and has fulfilled the same functions as the supplied
equipment.
A disposal of the product different from what described
above will be liable to the penalties prescribed by the
national provisions in the country where the product is
disposed of.
We also recommend you to adopt more measures for
environment protection: recycling of the internal and
external packaging of the product and disposing properly
used batteries (if contained in the product).
With your help it is possible to reduce the amount
of natural resources used to produce electrical and
electronic equipments, to minimize the use of landfills for
the disposal of the products and to improve the quality of
life by preventing that potentially hazardous substances
are released in the environment.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 1
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck
Top connection
Input/output
Card drive
Interface module
housing
Back-lit display
(320x200) with protective layer
Plastic foil
keyboard
Battery
housing
External power supply
Battery recharge
Bottom connection
Serial/Parallel
2 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
The Keyboard
1. Contrast key: for adjusting the screen contract
together with the vertical movement keys (2)
2. Vertical movement keys: for the cursor vertical
movement in order to select the various functions.
3. ENTER key: to confirm the selection.
4. CANCEL key: to cancel the confirmation of the
most recently selected function and restore the
previous function.
5. Horizontal movement keys: for the horizontal move
ment of the cursor, in order to select the various
functions.
6. HELP keys: it is used to display an on-line help
guide (when provided by the program)
7. Store/delete key: it is used to store the performed
test or to delete the data in the memory (depending
on the selected program.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 3
8. AUX 2 key: to access auxiliary functions
9. AUX 1 key: to access auxiliary functions.
10. Increase/decrease keys.
11. ON/OFF button: to turn on and off the equipment.
12. Numerical keys: they are used to enter codes,
numerical data or to select the tests (depending on
the selected program).
Every time a key is pressed, the instrument confirms the
selection with a beep.
4 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
Interface Module
It is used to allow AXONE 2000 Motor Truck to physically
interface with the cables, the sensors and the probes of
the various available kits.
Four different interface modules are available
OBD-II self-test (OBD module)
Measurement (ACQ module)
Modem (optional for upgrade by Internet)
Each module is to be used with a specific group of
programs.
The module is fixed in a dedicated housing on the bottom
part of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck.
This operation may take place, for the OBD modul, even
when AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is working, but is recom-
mendable to replace the modules when the tool if off.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 5
Card reading and writing unit
The card reading and writing unit (2) accommodates the
memory card which contains the diagnostic programs.
NOTES:
In order to start AXONE 2000 Motor Truck, always insert
the memory card. In case it lacks, the screen displays an
image inviting to insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card with the tool off!Insert the memory card with the tool off!
Input-output connectors
NB: The pins identified with (*) are assigned a different
use depending on the interface module present in the
bottom part of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck.
6 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
1. POWER connector: to charge the internal battery
with the supplied charger.
2. Bottom parallel-serial connection: this connector
acts as an interface between AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck and the external units such as: the remote
terminals, the serial devices, etc. Moreover, it is
used to supply AXONE 2000 Motor Truck.
3. Top connector: According to the interface module
inserted in the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck bottom
housing, it makes it possible to perform all the
special of characteristic tests of each AXONE
2000 Motor Truck diagnostics function, using the
standard cables provided with all kits.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 7
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck power supply
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck may be supplied automati-
cally by the internal battery (self-supply) or externally by
means of the standard cable.
The following connections should be made
- Connect the kit cable (1) to the top connector (2) and
then link to the connector (3) as an option: the cable with
the cigarette lighter plug (4) or the cable with the battery
clamps (5).
NB: When AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is supplied by an
external source, the internal battery is automatically
charged (if required).
WARNING:
The battery charger cannot be used as external power
supply source, but only as external recharging source.
8 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
Battery charge
In order to charge AXONE 2000 Motor Truck internal bat-
tery, you must:
- Insert the plug (1) into the POWER (2) connector.
- Connect the charger (3) to mains with 220 V.
When the battery is charged (approx. 12 hours at 20°C
with efficient battery), the tool internal battery will have a
full charge autonomy of over 2 hours.
WARNING:
The supplied battery charger cannot be used to supply
the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck directly, but only to recharge
the internal battery.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 9
Battery change
The battery is located in a housing in the bottom part of
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck; in order to open the battery
housing entrance door, slightly force the retaining clip
placing a sharp object (for example, a screwdriver) in the
slot shown by the arrow.
The door will release
and it will be possible to access the battery housing and
change the battery. Make sure that the battery plug is
conveniently connected as shown on the label located in
the battery housing.
WARNING:
When supplied, the battery is charged but it may exhibit
a normal decrease of the charge level. Perform a total
recharge of about 12-18 hours before normal use.
10 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
NOTES FOR A CORRECT USAGE
Make sure the battery is charged
Always use AXONE 2000 Motor Truck with charged bat-
tery. In order to maximize the performance, a slow charge
should always be preferred. For the efficient battery oper-
ation, just follow the simple rules listed below:
- The first two charge cycles must be performed with the
tool under charge for minimum 12 hours (the night charge
is recommended). Afterwards, the charging time may
be shorter. However, the battery charge automatically
disconnects the supply when the battery has reached the
charge complete status.
- It is advisable to charge the battery when the charge
indicator on the display shows few lines, and the instru-
ment emits sound signals.
- Charge at room temperature; if the tool has been
exposed to the sun in summer or in a cold place in winter,
wait that the room temperature is reached (approx. 20°C)
before beginning to charge.
Programs check battery charge while running and warn
you by flashing the battery icon when power is low. After
this the control software allows you to use the instru-
ment for about 10 minutes more and then proceeds with
auto-shut down.
This function is disabled only when the maximum
computing power of the processor is required for instance
during fast data acquisition, in such cases the operator is
not warned that the battery is almost depleted.
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 11
Automatic reset internal fuses
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is equipped with automatic
reset protection fuses. Sometimes, the reset is not imme-
diate and it may be necessary to wait for a few minutes.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The following technical characteristics refer to the use of
the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck CPU, those relating to the
various programs and the associated interface modules
are available in the specific section of each kit.
- Self-powered portable computer
- Graphic display, with high brightness and contrast
(back-lit), resolution 320x200, brightness can be adjusted
with the keyboard
- Plastic-foil keyboard with touch keys
- Internal and external power supply and automatic
charge with 12-15 V DC. Internal power supply with fully
charged battery > 2 h
- 3 standard serial communication port (RS232)
- Standard parallel communication port
- External software on Memory Card
- May be connected in the future with a Hard Disk
- Standard PC-CARD type ATA/FLASH card drive
- May be connected with a modem or remote terminal
- Size: 310 x 140 x 60 mm
- Weight: 1.5 kg
- Consumption: 10 W
- Acceptable temperature range:-5°C +40°C
12 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
SPARE PARTS
1. (OPTIONAL) Extension cable 7200056
2. Power supply cable from cigarette ligher 7200032
3. Battery charger 51VI150
4. Power supply cable from external battery 7200054
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 13
GLOSSARY
- ON LINE HELP: Press the HELP key to get help informa-
tion. To exit press the CANCEL key.
- DATA BASE: set of basic data.
- DISPLAY: screen where images are shown.
- DRIVE: device which accommodates and reads the
memory card.
- HARDWARE: all material parts of the computer and
peripheral devices connected to it.
- MEMORY: an electronic component where all informa-
tion needed to process data, instructions, intermediate
and final results are recorded and stored.
- MEMORY CARD: data card which can be inserted into
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck drive, data can be read and
written on it.
- PARALLEL: execution of several tasks at the same time
(e.g. transmission of several data at the same time).
- PERIPHERAL: ex terna l dev ice connected wi th
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck.
- SERIAL: execution of operations one after the other (e.g.
transmission of several data one after the other).
- OPERATING SYSTEM: group of programs which
manage resources of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck and
other programs.
- SOFTWARE: all programs contained in the computer or
everything which is not HARDWARE.
- CENTRAL UNIT: in a processing system this is the
data control center (interpretation and execution of
instructions).
14 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
GETTING STARTED
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is a programmable electronic
platform; from it, with special kits, you can access the
various fields of car diagnostic.
When switching AXONE 2000 Motor Truck on, the main
menu is displayed to select the group of program related
to the required tool.
Use the horizontal movement arrow keys to scroll the
icons of the tool/function to be selected and then press
the confirmation key (ENTER).
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS
MEASURES
SERVICE
UP-GRADES
DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 15
PC CONNECTION
DIAGNOSIS FOR E-OBD STANDARD
For each diagnostic requirement AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck offers a special kit. Each kit includes the tool con-
trol program, the interface module (to be located in the
bottom part of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck), the sensors,
the cables for the connection to the engine, the adaptors,
the manual and all what is required by the tools and the
specific tests. In order to know if any kit is available con-
tact the licensee for your area.
16 DESCRIPTION OF AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
How to enable a program
At the first AXONE 2000 Motor Truck use attempt, the fol-
lowing entry screen will be displayed to retrieve numbers
and letters:
The activation requires the use of a REGISTRATION
CODE to be entered as an alphanumerical sequence
provided by the reseller, the dealer or others during the
first installation or the runoff.
When this sequence is completed, all this is conformed
by pressing the ENTER key. At this point, AXONE 2000
Motor Truck may be used with access to all the thus vali-
dated product functions.
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 17
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
The instructions refer to the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
CPU; those relating to the various programs are available
in the section specific for each kit.
Service programs
From the starting page, you can access the diagnosis
and service programs using the arrows keys as described
in the previous paragraph.
In order to select SERVICE, move to the SERVICE ICON
and press the ENTER key.
In this part of the program you can get information on:
- Battery
- Parallel
- Serial
- Keyboard
- Workshop
- Firmware up-grade
- Instrument deactivation
- Bios upgrading
- Instrument reset
18 HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
KEYBOARD:
It is used to perform a transmission/reception test to
check the each key correct operation.
FIRMWARE UP-GRADE:
It is used to up-grade the firmware contained in the inter-
face modules.
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 19
OBD Module Updating Procedure
(Firmware)
The following screens are displayed when firmware
updating function is selected. Follow the guidelines
displayed and shown below:
20 HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
The procedure continues for about 4 minutes and ends
with the following two screens.
The OBD module is thus updated.
HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck 21
PARALLEL:
It is used to perform a transmission/reception test to
check the parallel port correct operation (using a suitable
“plug” supplied by service centers).
SERIAL:
It is used to perform a transmission/reception test to
check the serial port correct operation (using a suitable
“plug” supplied by service centers).
22 HOW TO USE AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
WORKSHOP:
It is used to enter the workshop name that will be
displayed on the main screen when AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck is switched on.
BATTERY:
It is used to perform a battery charge cycle. The charge
curve is stored in the memory card to be displayed later on.
UP-GRADES 23
The remaining items: BIOS UPGRADING, RESET
INSTRUMENT and DISABLE INSTRUMENT relate to fea-
tures reserved to the technical support service and they
must not be used by the end user.
UP-GRADES
When accessing this menu, the programs contained in
the memory card may be up-graded:
24 UP-GRADES
Internet Connection:
When enabled, this feature can be used referring to the
manual supplied with the modem connection module
optional kit.
The addition of the MDM56 module (modem for
Axone2000 V90 56k) and the connection of the supplied
telephone cable to the workshop telephone outlet are
new, exclusive features of Axone2000 for upgrading and
information.
To use the functions described below, insert the MDM56
module (with instrument off) in the rear housing of
Axone2000. Make sure that the battery is charged, or pro-
ceed to use the functions described below after recharg-
ing (12 h). This ensures a safer operation of all e-mail and
upgrading features. The communication programs used
with the Connector kit check the battery status before any
connection. In case of low battery, the program reports
the system critical status. Other consumption saving
strategies are activated by the program, which will turn
the Axone2000 screen back-lighting off during longer
connectionsessions than a certain time interval. The
screen automatically turns on at the end of the transfer,
or pressing any key of Axone2000. This situation is also
signaled by a sound signal.
UP-GRADES 25
WARNING
Do not feed Axone2000 with the supplied battery
charger, since such battery charger must only be used
for recharge. It cannot power the instrument on, or it may
be damaged. Connect the supplied telephone cable to
the upper connector of Axone2000 and connect the plug
to the workshop telephone outlet. Follow the procedures
indicated below for the various resources available in the
new software version 7.0.0.
WARNING
The first time you use email or updating programs, you
will be prompted by Axone2000 to enter a telephone
number. This operation is only needed once, since the
number is automatically stored by Axone2000. This oper-
ation is performed by the retailers technician. In case of
connection problems depending on the presence of PBX
or more complex solutions than those normally present
in a normal direct telephone outlet, contact the techni-
cal service of your retailer. In case of workshop transfer,
inform your retailer so as to change the telephone number
previously stored in Axone2000, if needed.
26 UP-GRADES
Online Internet Updating
Texa informs its subscribing customers that updates are
available through its retailers, or by sending a short
warning message to their mobile phone.
The updating procedure provides for the insertion of the
MDM56 communication module, and the connection of
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck to a telephone outlet through
the supplied cable. Then, select Upgrading from the
main menu.
UP-GRADES 27
In the following submenu, select Internet solution, that
directly takes you to the page relating to the connection
wizard.
The following sequence proposes all steps of the
updating wizard:
28 UP-GRADES
After selecting Connect to the Internet from the Options
menu, the program starts the connection.
Connection is confirmed by the icons in the upper
toolbar:
A message in the upper window shows “Connected”
and the connection speed (depending on the quality of
communication lines).
The first step ends with the detection of the programs
available at TEXA, and with the comparison of versions
performed between the programs available at Texa and
those contained in Axone.
UP-GRADES 29
The next screen displays the available programs, which
can be selected and downloaded to the AXONE 2000
Motor Truck memory card. In the example, the technician
selects the Self-diagnosis program.
The program automatically connects to the file Transfer
Service and authenticates the request (checking the
subscription validity).
30 UP-GRADES
Once product and user have been identified, the
program starts downloading the new version of the
self-diagnosis program to the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
memory card. The lower toolbars show the upgrading
progress referred to the current, partial and total file.
UP-GRADES 31
When the upgrading is complete, the program ends the
connection and restarts AXONE 2000 Motor Truck.
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck is now upgraded.
32 UP-GRADES
MEASURES 33
MEASURES
CAUTION: If it is not expressively stated, the diagnostic CAUTION: If it is not expressively stated, the diagnostic
features are intended to be useable on 12V-supplied features are intended to be useable on 12V-supplied
systems only.systems only.
MULTIMETERTexts and images used as an example refer to the use of
program by means of BICOR current clamp.
The main menu gives access to this function. To select
the Multimeter function, move to the corresponding icon
and press the ENTER key.
34 MEASURES
VOLTMETER
Three instruments are available: Voltmeter, Ammeter, and
Ohmmeter . The first time they are used, an autocalibra-
tion procedure is automatically started (the clock icon is
temporarily replaced by a flashing CAL script). This is to
improve the calibration of the AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
unit. The improved calibration will be finally saved only
when the selected function is ended. The instrument may
then be used in the normal way again. In this stage, short
circuit the red prod and the black clamp of the instru-
ment, that are the two input terminals.
N.B. The multimeter function is used for measuring: volt-
age, current and resistance. The measurement of current,
in particular, may be set with different scales: Up to 2A
(end of scale), the original cables of the kit may be used.
From 20A to 600A, use the BICOR model amperometric
clamp, which is not included.
MEASURES 35
AMMETER
For tests up to 2A end-of-scale, just select the
AMMETER option in the OPTIONS menu. For tests with
20A and 600A scales, use the BICOR amperometric
clamp (optional) and set the required scale manually.
Follow the instructions of the selected menu:
which will also let you know how to connect the BICOR
clamp
The main features of the voltmeter measurement are:
Automatic scale change
Saving the following values: minimum, medium, and
maximum
Visual representation of the flow of voltage in time
Concurrent analog and digital display
N.B. Measurements are available only with DC up to 200
Volts.
36 MEASURES
so that the instrument is set correctly (in the example
given, for tests with a scale of 20A)
The main features of the ammeter measurement are:
Value saving: minimum, medium, and maximum
Visual representation of the resistance in time
Concurrent analog and digital display
N.B. Measurements are available only in DC (direct cur-
rent ).
MEASURES 37
OHMMETER
Ohmic tests are performed using the red prod and the
black ground clamp. The component to measure is con-
nected between said two ends.
. The main features of the ohmmeter measurement are:
Automatic scale change
Saving of the following values: minimum, medium and
maximum
Graphic representation of voltage flow in time
Concurrent digital and analog display
38 MEASURES
Continuity Test
This function is used for testing the continuity of an elec-
tric circuit:
The symbol of an open switch appears on the display
whenever an interruption in the circuit is found. The
symbol of a closed switch and a sound alarm are used to
confirm the continuity of the circuit.
TO EXIT THE PROGRAM
Move to the OUT icon on the display of any program then
press the ENTER key to confirm.
MEASURES 39
OSCILLOSCOPE
The main menu gives access to this function. To select
the Osciloscope function, move to the corresponding
icon and press the ENTER key.
Thus accessing the manual oscilloscope page, whose
functional details are given in the following paragraphs.
40 MEASURES
1. Sound icon: for turning on and off the sound
confirmation or alarm signal. To proceed, use the
arrow keys to select the sound icon (which will
start blinking) and press the ENTER key.
2. Synch. Command: for selecting the type of syn-
chronism (i.e. how to stabilize the waveform on the
display). Three types are available: manual, exter-
nal or internal). The TRIGGER EXT is only enabled
by the program.
3. Values window: shows the values found by the
cursors on the measurement graph. To activate
reading, select the Cursor option in the Options
menu.
4. Navigation windows: for escape from the corrent
menu, going directly to to main Oscilloscope
Menu.
5. Readings commands: for activating two different
types of readings: alternate (AC) or direct (DC).
6. Scale window: for setting the scales of voltage (V)
and time (T) according to the signal that must be
displayed.
7. Channel window: shows the channel selected (1,
2, 3 or 4) coupled to the red, yellow, green and
blue cables, referred to the black power supply
clamp of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck (the common
ground terminal).
8. Flag icon: used to mark the beginning and the
end of measurement. After entering the Manual
Function page, the flag icon flashes; to execute
the measurement, press the ENTER key.
To interrupt the measurement and to freeze the
wave form on the display, press the ENTER key
again.
9. Options window: for selecting various modes which
simplify reading of the signal being measured.
10. Memory window: shows that a signal has been
saved.
11. Battery icon: the icon flashes when the battery
has nearly run down. In such a case, to continue
test- ing, use an external power supply with the
supplied cables, or charge AXONE 2000 Motor
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Truck with the supplied battery charger for a period
of time adequate to charge the internal battery.
OPTIONS
To enter the Options area, use the arrow keys on the key-
board until the window border gets fatter and the window
starts flashing. Then press the ENTER key.
The Options menu will open. This menu is divided into
several functions:
INPUT
CURSORS
ZOOM
GRID
SCREEN RESET
ON-LINE HELP (0)
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Input
To go to the Input function, press the ENTER key. This
activates the possibility of selecting the input channel
displayed on the screen.
To select the input channel, use the arrow keys and
select the required channel (black border). Then press
the ENTER key.
ATTENTION:
You can select the function with the number keys on
the keyboard. Press the number of the corresponding
channel.
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Cursors
To select the Cursors function, move to it with the arrow
keys and then press the ENTER key.
In the Cursors function, the window (1) shows the values
found on the curve and the letter (A) flashes. It is then
possible to position the cursor A on the required point of
the displayed curve with the arrow keys.
1
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To position cursor B on one point of the curve use the
up/down arrow keys to select the letter B. Then use
the left/right arrow keys to position the cursor B on the
desired point.
During these operations, the values concerning voltage
and time will be shown point by point.
The window (1) will show the values of voltage Va and Vb
read at the point where the cursors intersect the curve.
The difference in voltage (Dv) and the measurement
of the time that separates them (Dt), will be shown in
absolute values.
Please note that when moving on the curve at the point
corresponding to where the signal was read, the color of
the intersection point is inverted.
This allows an easier and more precise reading. In fact,
when the cursor has been placed exactly on the desired
point, the original line is canceled and this confirms the
right position.
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Zoom
To enter into the Zoom function, move to the correspond-
ing function and then press the ENTER key.
In the Zoom function, a dotted-border square is shows
on the screen which can be moved to the curve section
which you want to zoom in (magnify). The square can
be moved with the arrow keys. The Zoom magnifies the
area within the square. It is also possible to increase or
diminish the zoom area with the + and - keys on the key-
board. When the right position has been reached, press
the ENTER key. The selected area of the signal will be
displayed in the desired size.
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Grid
This function is used to show or hide the grid lines on the
screen. Use the arrow keys to move to the function and
then press the ENTER key.
Screen reset
To select the Screen reset function, use the arrow keys to
move to the function, and then press ENTER.
The signal snapshot on the screen will be canceled and
the initial display will be shown.
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On-line help (0)
To select the On-line help (0) move to the function, then
press the ENTER key.
A page is displayed which describes the operations to
be carried out in order to change the position of the zero
potential line. This function allows the display of parts of
the signal that would otherwise be left out of the screen.
To return to the page with the display of the signal , press
the left arrow key. The zero line can be changed during
signal measurement too, just use the + and - keys on the
keyboard.
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SCALE SELECTIONS
The windows with the letters V and T are used to set the
voltage and time scales respectively.
The grid on the signal display, divides it into many
squares, all of the same size. These squares may
indicate different measurement units and values.
In Manual mode these parameters must be set
according to the signal that will be tested so that the best
resolution is used for displaying the curve or part of it.
This way, the instrument may be used for more rapid and
exact measurements.
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Scale selection (V)
To select the V/div scale, select the window with the letter
V (in bold and flashing). Then press ENTER.
A list menu will show up with all the values that may be
set on the Volt scale.
Use the arrow keys to select the required volt/division,
and then press ENTER.
This way, the new scale will be shown immediately: the
axis with the voltage values, will change automatically.
It is possible to give each division on the Volts axis a cer-
tain voltage value. For example, if each division is set at
0.5 V, the square wave form signal of an optical sensor
will be displayed over the entire screen (Fig. 1).
In this case, a part of the signal might stretch beyond
the screen and may not be seen. To see the same signal
squeezed down to the height of a single square (Fig. 2),
simply select a greater value per division (e.g. 5 V).
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Scale selection (T)
To select the T/div scale, move to the window with the
letter T (in bold and flashing), and then press the ENTER
key.
A list menu will appear with all the values that may be set
on the Time scale.
Use the arrow keys to move to the required time/division
value and press ENTER.
The new scale is then immediately shown. The time axis
will change automatically.
It is possible to assign each division on the horizontal
axis a certain time interval. For example, if each division
is set as 5 ms, the signal measured at the ends of an
injector will be displayed but not very clearly. This kind of
signal lasts less than the setting used, and if the injec-
tion time must be tested, no precise measurement will
be possible (Fig. 1). To see the same signal completely,
clearly and easy to measure, modify the time value per
division (e.g. lower to 1 ms per division).
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Therefore, when selecting the voltage and time
measurement scales, it is advisable to adopt the
resolution that allows the best visualization of the signal
to be measured. This will also allow the best positioning
of the measurement cursors.
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AC/DC READING SELECTION
The two windows with the letters AC and DC may be used
for enabling two different measurement modes.
If DC is selected, the direct component of the signal will
be displayed. If AC is selected, the direct component will
be canceled and replaced with the alternate one.
This option is extremely useful to highlight the disturbance
overlaying a direct signal.
A typical example is testing the voltage of a battery. If
the test is executed in AC, the reading shows the resid-
ual signal generated by the rectifier diodes of the alterna-
tor. The measurement with the oscilloscope in AC mode
(alternate) allows the selection of small voltage resolution
(e.g. 1 V/div), while detecting and displaying a high volt-
age direct signal .
In the above example (battery check), the positive volt-
age of 12 - 14.7 V is tested and controlled with a test sen-
sitivity of 1V/division. The resulting oscillogram will show
a signal on the zero line with a set of arcades in the posi-
tive quadrant (Fig. 1). Such arcades confirms that the
alternator and the charging system are in working order.
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Ac reading selection
To select the alternate current measurement, select the
command with the letters AC (in bold and flashing), and
then press ENTER.
Dc reading selection
To select the direct current measurement, select the
window with the letters DC (in bold and flashing) and
then press ENTER.
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TYPES OF SYNCHRONISM
Synchronism means the way of stabilizing the display of
the wave form (signal ) on the screen; an auxiliary signal
is used. It may be generated from AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck itself (INT), it may be input from the outside (EXT),
or it may be generated by the operator (MAN).
The windows for the kind of active synchronism is located
on the right of the screen. The synchronism may be of
three types:
· INTERNAL
· MANUAL
· EXTERNAL
To select the required type, use the arrow keys to move
to it. Then press the ENTER key to confirm.
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Internal synchronism
The wave form on the display is stabilized with a signal
generated by the microprocessor of AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck itself.
The synchronism may be adjusted in size and position
(TRIGGER). To start such adjustment, move to the window
with the letters INT and press the ENTER key.
The triangles on the V and T axis will flash. While flashing,
triangles (1) and (2) may be positioned on the required
points by using the arrow keys .
In particular, triangle (1) on the V axis represents the
level and polarity point in which the connection with the
internal synchronism signal will take place.
If the triangle is above the zero line, the signal will be
displayed starting from its positive phase. If the triangle
is below the zero line, the signal will be displayed starting
from its negative phase (see diagram on next page).
1
2
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Triangle (2), on the T axis, represents the starting point of
the synchronism in the display. Use the arrow keys to
move it left or right in order to improve the display of the
signal by centering it in the screen.
To confirm the selection, press the ENTER key. Signal
acquisition will immediately start.
Manual synchronism
To select the Manual synchronism, select the window
with the MAN letters.
Press ENTER to start measuring of the signal .
Manual trigger offers new diagnostic possibilities. While
internal or external trigger is as set before, actual signal
measurement starts only when the operator presses the
ENTER key.
The acquired image is saved and then shown on the
display. To carry out another measurement, press the
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ENTER key again. The second measurement will be
placed on top of the previous, this way the operator may
compare the two test.
This function supplies multiple options. For example,
it is possible to compare two signal s that have been
measured at different revs (injection timing test), or to
compare the output signal of a spark knock sensor, with
and without knocking.
It is possible to carry out this procedure as many times
as needed. To avoid confusion and to improve the
clearness of the signal s, it is advisable to use the
grid-hide option as shown before. To exit this function,
just press twice any of the arrow keys.
External synchronism
This mode is not supported by the manual function.
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AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 59
HOW TO USE THE AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
PROGRAM
The AUTODIAGNOSIS program allows AXONE 2000
Motor Truck to be connected to various injection ECUs.
CAUTION: While using the tool, especially when the vehi-
cle electronic systems are communicating, never discon-
nect neither cables nor connections between AXONE2000
Motor Trucks and the vehicle itself. Perform this operation
only after the diagnosis procedure is finished. In case of
accidental disconnection, switch the instrument off and
then on with the system off.
60 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
In this window you can select the program to run with the
up/down keys of the selection menu.
FAST AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
The auto-diagnosis system is based on the exchange of
useful information for engine diagnosis, between the vehi-
cle’s ECU and the connected tester.
The quantity and type of available information varies from
ECU to ECU. The following functions are available.
Engineering parameters
The ECU gives the values shown by the various compo-
nents of the engine (revs sensor, pressure sensors, tem-
perature, etc.), in real time.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 61
Input conditions
These represent the status of certain inputs of the ECU:
most of them of ON/OFF-type (Engine on/off, Lambda
probe on/off, ...).
Saved and current errors
The ECU reads any errors found during the use of the
engine and, in most systems, stores them in a permanent
memory.
This way, the operator can see if the problem is
occasional (in certain conditions) or if it is always
present.
The program signals the error and then identifies the type
of problem and the probable causes.
The operator must then try and solve the problem and
then proceed to cancel the error from the ECU memory.
If, in following tests, the memory does not contain errors,
this means that the problem has been solved.
Please keep in mind that in certain ECUs the problems
with sensors on the lines connected to the battery are
identified only under certain conditions: some only with
parked vehicle and dashboard on, others with the engine
on or with vehicle moving or after a certain time.
The STO function (Automatic Saving/storage) is for used
for storing in the memory of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck a
certain error that has been canceled or not saved in the
ECU.
Activation function
This function is for activating for a few seconds various
components of the engine in order to analyze their opera-
tion (injectors, relays, rev counters,...). In some systems
the duration of the test may be set by the operator, in
others the duration is set by the program resident in the
ECU.
62 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
Regulations
Some systems are supplied with regulations (CO,
minimum,...) that can only be used with a system like the
ECU probe connected to the diagnostic socket of the
ECU.
The regulating procedure is usually divided in three
phases:
- Access to Regulation function
- Adjustment of the preset parameters
- Saving of the new regulation.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 63
Hot to connect AXONE 2000 Motor Truck to
the Electronic Central Unit
How to connect the auto-diagnosis interface cable to
AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
a. Link the connector (1) of the auto diagnostics interface
cable to the top connector (2) of AXONE 2000 Motor
Truck according to the indications on the labels applied
to the cable.
2
1
64 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
How to supply power to the Auto-diagnosis
interface cable
The auto-diagnosis interface cable cannot be powered
by the internal battery of AXONE 2000 Motor Truck. An
external power source is required as illustrated:
a. By the battery supply cable (1);
b. By the cigarette lighter supply cable (2);
c. Directly from the auto-diagnosis socket.
A special help page will inform the operator if power
supply connections must be set up or if the serial con-
nection cable is supplies power too.
1
2
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 65
If the connection is correct, the red LED (1) on the panel
of the main cable 3230/CP3 will turn on.
If it will not, check that the poles of the connection cable
are correct. Make the connection anyway according to
the indications provided by the program, therefore with
the tool on.
The “Line” Led comes on when AXONE2000 Motor Trucks
and the ECU under test are in communication.
1
66 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
Connecting the Auto-Diagnosis socket
Usually each manufacturer has its own auto-diagnosis
socket.
A special page contains the code of the adapter cable to
use for interfacing the auto-diagnosis cable of the vehicle
and the main cable 3230/CP5.
Connect the Adapter cable to the auto-diagnosis socket
on the ECU, as shown in the image in the display, with
the suggested connecting cable.
When the connection to the vehicle’s battery (with the
power supply cable) is not necessary, the battery symbol
is slashed and the main cable 3230/CP5 is powered
through the autodiagnosis socket itself.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 67
How to carry out a test
To run the program, select the AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
function in the MAIN MENU and then press the ENTER
key to confirm.
Diagnosis window
information from the
computer concerning
the selected function
Message window:
messages for the
operator
Selection window:
shows information
concerning the
selected system
Function window:
shows only the avail-
able function system
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1. OUT box: select this to return to the MAIN MENU.
2. DATABASE box: to choose the type of vehicle and
the system to test.
3. ACTIVITY Box: to let the operator know if the com
munication between AXONE 2000 Motor Truck and
the ECU is active. If it is active the icon will appear
as a blinking lamp.
4. BATTERY box: The symbol flashes slowly if the bat-
tery is nearly flat; it flashes quickly if the battery has
run down. In this case the instrument turns off after
20 seconds.
5. SOUND signal box: to activate or disactivate the
sound signal.
How to select make and model
To display the list of available car manufacturers in the
message window, select the DATABASE and confirm by
pressing the ENTER key.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 69
To select the previous itemTo select the next item.
Select the car manufacturer and confirm with ENTER.
Select the car model and confirm with ENTER.
Select the engine and confirm with ENTER e.g.
Select the system to be diagnosed among the available
ones. In fact, many vehicles have various systems, such
as: ABS, injection, airbag, GPS etc.
70 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
In the proposed example, the injection system is selected,
then the central unit type/code is selected and all is
confirmed by pressing the ENTER key.
After confirmation of the above, the program will show,
in the diagnosis window, an image of the adapter cable
to use as interface between the vehicle’s auto-diagnosis
cable and the main cable 3151/T01 and its code.
Location of ECU and
diagnosis socket
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 71
Then the switch position required for the connection will
be shown.
ATTENTION:
The following are a few examples of operations based on
the diagnostic capability of the equipment.
Such capabilities may vary according to the type of ECU
that has been selected and the data that it is able to
supply.
(The battery symbol, if shown, indicates that the power
supply cable must be connected).
72 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
Start of diagnosis
After confirming the selection of the system of the vehicle
to be tested, the test may be started.
ATTENTION: Before
starting the test make sure
the dashboard is off.
- Set up the connection.
The auto-diagnosis pro-
gram starts if the cable is
connected and powered
correctly; the display will
show a message like the
one in the diagram. (If
the connection has not
been set up correctly, the
message “Communication
interrupted, reactivate?”)
- Check the connection to the auto-diagnosis socket of
the vehicle.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 73
- Switch the dashboard on to activate the communica-
tion with the ECU following in the instructions given by the
program.
- Wait for a few seconds for the communication between
the main cable 3250/CP5 and the electronic ECU to be
active.
After activating the communication, the lamp icon , high
up on the right, begins to flash to confirm that the
connection has been made.
A sound alarm means that errors are present in the
memory. In order to display the errors, select the specific
page pressing the (+ and -) keys.
(See the “present and stored errors” paragraph).
74 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
Engineering parameters
The display shows a list
of some parameters which
concern the selected
vehicle.The list may be
incomplete, to insert the
missing items and replace
the items shown use the
keys right arrows and left
arrows.
To display the value of a selected parameter:
- Select the parameter.
- Press the ENTER key.
- To disable the display of the parameter press the ENTER
key again.
NOTE:
The selected data up-grade speed and the number of
available items depend on the ECU.
ENGINEERING
PARAMETERS
FUNCTION
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 75
Current and saved errors
Press the keyboard key to access the ERRORS func-
tion. In the picture on the right, AXONE 2000 Motor Truck
indicates that in the ECU there is a fault concerning the
temperature of the engine.
The ATT code next to the
signal means that the error
is present now, in this
moment.
EXAMPLE OF SAVED
ERROR:
The ECU has found and
saved a problem concern
ing the engine tempera-
ture in the past and which
might not exist anymore.
The MEM code is shown
next to the error message.
It is now possible to work
on the vehicle to solve the
problem.
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- Press the STORE/DELETE key to delete the detected
errors.
- Press the ENTER key to confirm that you want to cancel.
Press ESC to cancel the operation.
The display will show a message: canceling errors.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 77
Sto function (Automatic Saving /Storage)
The ATT, MEM and STO error status management
depends on the selected system, therefore the behaviour
may be different according to the examined system.
Deletion of all errors is
confirmed by the indica
tion STO at the side
of the error message.
The automatic saving func-
tion is used for temporarily
storing in AXONE 2000
Motor Truck memory the
errors can celed from the
ECU memory, in order to
read them on the display
with the STO code.
With canceling, all saved
78 AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
Input status
As stated above, the Status represents the conditions of
certain inputs of the ECU, and mostly ON/OFF (engine
on/off, Lambda probe ON/OFF, ...).
In certain systems the visual representation of the status
is always active.
- In order to reach the INPUT STATUS function, repeat-
edly press the (+) key till the STATUS function is dis-
played
STATUS
FUNCTION
NOTE:
The up-grade speed and the number of status depends
on the central unit
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 79
Actuators/regulations
Test of the actuators
ATTENTION:
This function activates specific components of the vehicle
that in certain conditions can be dangerous and cause
damage. Use with care.
- To access the Actuators function, press the command
repeatedly until the ACTUATORS (ACTUATION) function
appears.
ACTUATORS
FUNCTION
Move to the required ACTUATOR with the keys.
Press the ENTER key to activate the selected compo-
nent.
The list may be incomplete, to insert the missing items
and replace the items shown use the right and left arrow
keys.
NOTE:
Before entering the ACTUATION page, usually the engine
must be off. However, follow the indications provided by
the program for systems with a different behaviour.
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How to exit the program
To exit the active page, press the ESC key until the
“CONFIRM EXIT” message appears.
- Confirm exit by pressing ENTER.
- Press any key when the message shown in the second
diagram appears.
- Press the ESC key repeatedly until the MAIN MENU
appears.
- To continue the auto-diagnosis, select another vehicle.
- To turn the instrument off, use the ON/OFF switch.
ATTENTION:
We recommend to always use the ESC command to end
the procedure in a correct and safe way.
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS 81
82 E-OBD STANDARD AUTO-DIAGNOSIS
AUTO-DIAGNOSIS FOR E-OBD STANDARD
To access the auto-diagnosis features provided by the
E-OBD standard, insert the OBD module and select the
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