Ford NEW GENERATION STAR TESTER

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Summary

Introduction to New Generation Star Tester

Important Safety Notice

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for vehicle service, including personal protection and equipment handling.

Lesson 1: NGS Functions Overview

Primary NGS Functions and Diagnostic Links

Covers core NGS functions and how to establish diagnostic links with vehicle modules.

Digital Measurement and OBD II Functions

Details the NGS's multimeter capabilities and generic OBD II functions.

Recorder Areas, DTC Library, and Reprogramming

Explains data recording, the DTC library, and EEC-V PCM reprogramming.

Lesson 2: NGS System Components and Setup

System Components Overview

Identifies the main NGS hardware components: control unit, VIM, and program card.

Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) and Cables

Details the VIM's role and describes the various cables and connectors.

Program Card and Control Unit Setup

Covers program card installation and initial control unit configuration.

Vehicle Connection and Startup

Guides connecting the NGS to the vehicle and describes the startup sequence.

NGS Main Menu and Vehicle Selection

Navigating the main menu and selecting the vehicle and engine for diagnosis.

Lesson 3: NGS Navigation and Data Handling

Menu Structure and Basic Navigation

Explains menu organization, basic navigation controls, and screen types.

Interaction Controls: Scroll, Trigger, Cancel, Keypad

Details the operation of key input controls for interacting with the NGS.

Diagnostic Tests and Data Management

Guides on accessing tests, PID selection, and capturing/managing data.

Data Viewing and Printing

Explains how to view recorded data in tables or graphs and print results.

Advanced Features: Active Command, Module ID, DTC Library

Covers active command modes, module identification, and accessing the DTC library.

Lesson 4: Body;Chassis Module Diagnosis

Selecting GEM Functions

Guides the setup for diagnosing the Generic Electronic Module (GEM).

Diagnostic Test Modes and Procedures

Details available test modes including DTC retrieval, self-tests, and wiggle tests.

PID;Data Monitor and Function Tests

Explains using the PID/Data Monitor and performing specific function tests.

Lesson 5: EEC Systems Diagnostics

Diagnostic Links and MCN Diagnostics

Introduces diagnostic links and the MCN diagnostic test.

Diagnostic Modules and EEC Systems

Explains selecting diagnostic modules and procedures for EEC-IV and EEC-V systems.

Self-Tests and Data Access

Details self-test procedures and accessing stored diagnostic data.

On-Board System Readiness and PID Monitor

Covers OBD II readiness tests and PID monitoring for EEC-V vehicles.

Lesson 6: Generic OBD II Operations

Generic OBD II Overview and Vehicle Selection

Explains generic OBD II diagnostics and how to select vehicles.

Generic OBD II Menu Features

Lists the features available within the generic OBD II menu.

Freeze Frame Data and DTCs

Explains freeze frame data, MIL operation, and accessing diagnostic trouble codes.

Test Results and Drive Cycle Procedures

Details test results, readiness status, and the OBD II drive cycle process.

Glossary of Terms

Key Automotive Terms (A-D)

Defines common automotive terms starting with A through D.

Key Automotive Terms (P-V)

Defines common automotive terms starting with P through V.

Key Automotive Terms (N-V)

Defines common automotive terms starting with N through V.

Key Automotive Terms (G-I)

Defines common automotive terms starting with G through I.