Actron OBD II POCKETSCAN CP9125 User Manual

CP9125
OBD II PocketScan
Code Reader
For use with OBD II Compliant Vehicles
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LCD Display - Is a Single Line Display with 8 characters.
ERASE Key - Used to Erase Trouble Codes and I/M
Monitor status from Vehicles Computer Modules and
scroll up through screens. (I/M Monitors are currently
used for state emissions tests.)
READ/Scroll Down Key - Used to view Read Codes, MIL
Status, I/M Readiness Status and Scroll down through
screens.
OBD II Connector - Used to communicate with OBD II
compliant vehicles.
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Actron OBD II POCKETSCAN CP9125 Specifications

General

Power Source	Vehicle's OBD II port
Compatibility	OBD II compliant vehicles
Display	LCD
Functionality	Reads and clears diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
Connectivity	OBD II
Warranty	1 year
Supported Protocols	ISO9141-2, ISO14230-4 (KWP2000)

Summary

PocketScan™ Code Reader Overview

LCD Display

Features a single-line display with 8 characters for information output.

ERASE Key

Used to erase trouble codes and I/M monitor status from vehicle computer modules.

READ/Scroll Down Key

Used to view read codes, MIL status, I/M readiness status, and scroll through screens.

OBD II Connector

Connects to the vehicle's OBD II port for communication with compliant vehicles.

Safety Precautions

Signal Words Used

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT to indicate hazard levels and potential consequences.

Important Safety Messages

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the code reader and working with vehicles.

Code Reader Features

Read Codes

Functionality to read Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and Pending Codes from vehicle modules.

MIL Status Interpretation

MIL ON

Indicates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp is active, signifying a potential emissions-related issue.

MIL OFF

Indicates the Malfunction Indicator Lamp is inactive, suggesting no current emission problems.

I/M Monitor Functionality

I/M Monitors Explained

Displays emission system status, indicating if monitors have completed their diagnostic checks.

Monitor Status

Defines 'Ready' and 'Incomplete' statuses for monitors, based on vehicle driving conditions.

Clearing Monitors

Details methods for clearing I/M monitors, including using the erase function or disconnecting the battery.

Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Data

Connecting and Initiating Scan

Covers connecting the OBD II connector and following initial steps to start the diagnostic scan.

Viewing Diagnostic Data

Explains how to view codes, MIL status, and I/M monitor data after the scan is initiated.

Erasing Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Data

Preparation and Connection

Outlines necessary preparation steps, including turning off the ignition and connecting the DLC.

Erasing Process Steps

Provides the procedure for confirming and executing the erasure of diagnostic data and I/M monitor status.

Using the Included CD

Running CD Applications

Instructions for installing and running software and utilities from the included CD-ROM.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Explained

DTC Structure and Categories

Details the standardized structure of DTCs and categorizes them by vehicle system (Powertrain, Chassis, etc.).

Warranty Information