Clarke CEOBDS User Instructions

Clarke CEOBDS User Instructions

Engine fault code reader
ENGINE FAULT CODE READER
Model No: CEOBDS
Part No: 4501135
USER INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
GC0720-rev 3
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  • Page 1 ENGINE FAULT CODE READER Model No: CEOBDS Part No: 4501135 USER INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0720-rev 3...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION About the COBD II Code Reader Safety Precautions and Warnings GENERAL INFORMATION On-Board-Diagnostics (OBD) II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCS) Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC) OBD II Readiness Monitors OBD II Monitor Readiness Status OBD II Terminology PRODUCT INFORMATION Device Description Specifications...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    WARRANTY AND SERVICE Limited One Year Warranty This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for its intended purpose.
  • Page 4: General Information

    Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running. Always put the transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL (for manual transmission) and make sure the parking brake is engaged.
  • Page 5: Location Of The Data Link Connector (Dlc)

    intended to provide you with a guide as to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle. OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes consist of a five-digit alphanumeric code. The first character, a letter, identifies which control system sets the code. The other four characters, all numbers, provide additional information on where the DTC originated and the operating conditions that caused it to set.
  • Page 6: Obd Ii Readiness Monitors

    2.4 OBD II Readiness Monitors An important part of a vehicle’s OBDII system are the Readiness Monitors, which are indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated by the OBD II system. Periodic tests are run on specific systems and components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits.
  • Page 7: Obd Ii Monitor Readiness Status

    2.5 OBD II Monitor Readiness Status OBDII systems must indicate whether or not the vehicle’s PCM’s monitor system completed testing each component. Components that have been tested will be reported as “Ready”, or “Complete”, meaning they have been tested by the OBDII system. The purpose of recording readiness status is to allow inspectors to determine if the vehicle’s OBDII system has tested all the components and/or systems.
  • Page 8 DTC--Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) that identify which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned. Enabling criteria - (Also termed Enabling Conditions). These are the vehicle-specific events or conditions that must occur within the engine before the various monitors will set, or run. Some monitors require the vehicle to follow a prescribed “drive cycle”...
  • Page 9: Product Information

    3. PRODUCT INFORMATION 3.1 Device Description LCD DISPLAY--Indicates test results & optional settings. ENTER BUTTON--Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu list, or returns to the main menu. SCROLL BUTTON--Scrolls through menu items or cancel an operation. OBD II CONNECTOR--Connects the Code Scanner to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
  • Page 10: Accessories Included

    3.3 Accessories Included 1). User Manual 2). USB Cable – provides power to device and communicates between device and vehicle. 3). Mini CD ROM containing diagnostic software. 3.4 Navigation Characters Characters used to help navigate the code reader are: 1) “>” - Indicate current selection. 2) “Pd”...
  • Page 11 The number “x/x” to the upper right corner of the screen indicates the total number of items under the menu and sequence of the currently selected item. System Setup Language Unit of measure Contract Exit Language Setup  English is the default language. 1) From the System Setup menu, use the SCROLL button to select Language and press the ENTER/EXIT button.
  • Page 12 2) From the Unit of Measure menu, use the SCROLL button to select the desired measurement. Unit of Measurement English Metric 3) Press the ENTER/EXIT button to save your selection and return to the previous menu. Contrast Adjustment 1) From the System Start-up menu, use the SCROLL button to select Contrast and press the ENTER/EXIT button.
  • Page 13: Vehicle Coverage

    3.7 Vehicle Coverage The CEOBD Code Reader is specially designed to work with all OBD II compliant vehicles, including those equipped with the next- generation protocol-Control Area Network (CAN). A small number of 1994 and 1995 model year petrol powered vehicles are OBD II compliant.
  • Page 14: System Status

    8) After the code reader successfully links to the ECU, the diagnostic menu will come up. 4.1 System Status 1) Use SCROLL button to select ‘System Status’ from the Diagnostic menu and press ENTER/EXIT button. The system status is displayed (MIL status, DTC counts & monitor status) according to the model of vehicle.
  • Page 15: Erasing Codes

    2) View DTCs and their definitions on screen. $09 Pd 1/6 P0115 Generic Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit The control module number, sequence of the DTCs, total number of codes detected and type of codes (Generic or Manufacturer specific, Stored or Pending codes) will be observed on the upper right corner of the display.
  • Page 16: Live Data

    Diagnostic Menu System Status Read Codes Erase Codes Live Data 2) A warning message comes up asking for your confirmation. Erase Codes Erase trouble codes Are you sure? 3) If you do not want to proceed with erasing the codes, press the ENTER/EXIT button to erase.
  • Page 17: Viewing Freeze Frame Data

    3) View the PIDs on the screen. Use the SCROLL button for more PIDs on the next screen. Live Data DTC_CNT FUELSYS1 0 FUELSYS2 LOAD_PCT(%) 4) Press ENTER/EXIT button to return to the previous menu. 4.5 Viewing Freeze Frame Data 1) To view freeze frame, use the scroll button to select View Freeze Frame from the diagnostic menu and press the ENTER/EXIT button.
  • Page 18: Retrieving I/M Readiness Status

    View Freeze Frame DTCFRZF P2770 FUELSYS1 FUELSYS2 LOAD_PCT (%) The number “x/x” to the upper right-hand corner of the screen indicates total number of screens the retrieved frame covers and sequence of currently displayed data. If there is no freeze frame data available, an advisory message “No Freeze Frame Data Stored!”...
  • Page 19 If more than one module is detected, you will be prompted to select a module before the test. Control Module Engine Module $A4 Exit Use the SCROLL button to select a module and press the ENTER/EXIT button. 2) Wait a few seconds while the code reader validates the PID MAP. I/M Readiness Reading PID.01 -Please Wait-...
  • Page 20 Since DTCs Cleared MIL Status OFF Misfire Monitor OK Fuel System Mon. OK Comp. Component OK 5) If the vehicle supports readiness test of “This Drive Cycle”, a screen of the following will be displayed: This Drive Cycle MIL Status ON Misfire Monitor OK Fuel System Mon.
  • Page 21: Exiting The Obdii Test

    If more than one module is detected, you will be prompted to select a module before test. Control Module Engine Module $A4 Exit 3) Use the SCROLL button to select a module and press the ENTER/ EXIT button. Wait a few seconds while the code reader selects the vehicle information.
  • Page 22: Software Updates

    It is possible to update the code reader software and DTC library information via a computer. To perform the update you will need: ● The CEOBDS Code Reader ● A PC or laptop with USB ports ● A USB cable Full information and any available upgrades with detailed instructions can be downloaded from www.clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity

    6. Declaration of Conformity...

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