CEN-TECH 99722 User Manual

Explains the second generation of On-Board Diagnostics systems and their purpose.

Defines OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes as five-digit alphanumeric codes identifying vehicle problems.

Describes the location and function of the standardized 16-cavity connector for scan tools.

Explains Readiness Monitors that indicate if emission components have been evaluated by the OBD II system.

Details how OBD II systems indicate if monitors have completed testing, showing "Ready" or "Not Ready".

Provides definitions for key OBD II terms like PCM, MIL, DTC, Enabling Criteria, and Drive Cycle.

Provides an overview and identification of the scan tool's physical components and buttons.

Lists technical specifications of the scan tool, including display, temperature, power, and dimensions.

Details the items included with the scan tool, such as manuals, cables, and software.

Explains the special characters used for navigating the scan tool's menus and screens.

Describes keyboard cleaning guidelines and how to power the scan tool using internal or external sources.

Explains how to use the Code Lookup function to search for DTC definitions in the built-in library.

Guides users through adjusting settings like language, contrast, units, auto power-off, and beep options.

Details how to access and view important scan tool information like serial and software versions.

Provides instructions on how to replace the scan tool's 9V battery when indicated.

Specifies the types of vehicles the scan tool is designed to work with, focusing on OBD II compliance.

Offers solutions for common issues like communication errors, freezing, and power-up problems.

View recorded data of stored diagnostic trouble codes from the last test.

View recorded data of pending diagnostic trouble codes from the last test.

View recorded freeze frame data, a snapshot of parameters at the time of a fault.

View the status of emission system monitors for inspection compliance.

Retrieve vehicle identification and calibration information.

Explains how to read stored and pending trouble codes, including KOEO and KOER modes.

Guides on how to erase diagnostic trouble codes, with cautions about resetting readiness monitors.

Details the process of viewing freeze frame data captured when a fault occurred.

Explains how to check the status of emission system monitors for inspection compliance.

Describes how to retrieve vehicle identification number (VIN) and calibration data.

Provides a comprehensive list of Parameter IDs (PIDs) with their full names.