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RindaTechnologies TechMate Pro User Manual

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Rinda Technologies, Inc.
www.rinda.com
TechMate Pro
User’s Guide
Marine Scan Tool
TM
The fastest and easiest way to troubleshoot
Marine Electronic Fuel Injection Systems.
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RindaTechnologies TechMate Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRindaTechnologies
ModelTechMate Pro
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Limited Warranty

Limitation of Liability

Limits the liability of Rinda Technologies and its dealers for damages.

Safety Precautions

Overview

TechMate Pro Features

Lists the key features and capabilities of the TechMate Pro scan tool.

Scan Tool Key Functions

Menu Operation

Tool Setup

LCD Contrast

Adjusts the display's contrast for better readability under various conditions.

English / Metric Units

Sets units for displaying pressure, temperature, and velocity data.

MAP Type

Adjusts MAP readings for different atmosphere sensors in specific EFI systems.

Fuel Scaling

Adjusts fuel scaling for specific older MerCruiser EFI systems.

Tool Information

Displays software revision, serial number, and other tool details.

Set Time / Date

Allows adjustment of the scan tool's internal clock.

Display Time / Date

Shows the current time and date stored in the tool.

SD Card

Reserved for future expansion of system capabilities.

Engine / EFI System Support

GM Marine EFI

Scan Tool GM EFI Compatibility

Details compatibility with GM Marine EFI systems from 1993 onwards.

Gasoline ECMs Supported

Identifies supported gasoline ECM types and their revisions.

Connecting to GM MEFI-1 thru MEFI-4 systems

Step-by-step guide to connect to specific GM MEFI systems.

Connecting Twin Engine Systems

Instructions for connecting to twin engine configurations.

Engine #1 / Engine #2 Selection (MEFI 1 - 4 ECMs Only)

How to select between engines in multi-engine setups.

Connecting to GM MEFI-5 and MEFI-6 systems

Guide for connecting to newer GM MEFI systems using CAN.

Service Mode Function (MEFI-1 thru MEFI-4 ECMs Only)

Explains the Service Mode for setting base spark timing.

Power Balance Test (MEFI-4 thru MEFI-6 ECMs Only)

Procedure for testing individual cylinder power contribution.

Reset BLM Values (MEFI-5 and MEFI 6 only)

Resets learned fuel delivery values to factory defaults.

ECM Output Tests Function

Describes how to activate ECM outputs for diagnostic purposes.

MEFI 1 & 2 Output Tests

Details specific output tests for MEFI-1 and MEFI-2 systems.

MEFI 3 & 4 Output Tests

Details specific output tests for MEFI-3 and MEFI-4 systems.

MEFI 5 & 6 Output Tests

Details specific output tests for MEFI-5 and MEFI-6 systems.

Volvo Penta EGC

Connecting to the Volvo Penta EGC System

Steps to connect the scan tool to Volvo Penta EGC systems.

Obtaining General Diagnostic Data

How to retrieve general diagnostic information and fault codes.

Viewing Specialized Diagnostic Data

Accessing various data lists tailored for specific diagnostic purposes.

ECM Info data list

Displays version, serial number, and calibration information for the ECM.

Sea Trial Monitor data list

Provides key parameters useful during boat performance tests.

Injector Monitor data list

Analyzes ON/OFF voltages for fuel injector drivers.

Throttle Monitor data list

Monitors parameters critical to electronic throttle operation.

O2 / Misfire Monitor data list

Accesses O2 sensor, catalyst, and engine misfire information.

Special Reset Functions for O2 / Catalyst equipped engines

Functions to reset fuel adapt and misfire data.

ECM Functions

Provides access to various functional tests for the EGC system.

Spark Kill Test (not available on catalyst equipped engines)

Disables individual spark outputs to identify cylinder issues.

Injector Kill Test

Disables individual fuel injectors to identify cylinder issues.

Spark Fire Test

Fires individual spark outputs to test ignition system operation.

Injector Fire Test

Pulses individual fuel injectors for leak-down or clogging tests.

Relay Test

Activates EGC module's relay outputs, like the fuel pump relay.

Compression Test

Special mode to safely perform cylinder compression checks.

Idle Speed Test

Verifies and adjusts the engine's idle speed control system.

Drive by Wire Test

Checks the functionality of the electronic throttle control system.

O2 Sensor Test (O2 / catalyst equipped engines only)

Tests O2 sensor feedback system by cycling rich/lean phases.

PCM / Crusader ECM-07 & ECM-08

Diagnostic Connections

Explains required adapters for ECM-07 and ECM-08 diagnostics.

Indmar Models with GCP ECM

Ilmor MV8 ECM

Ilmor MV10 ECM

MV10 live data

How to access and view live engine data for MV10 systems.

Fault Codes

Procedure to retrieve active, pending, and historical fault codes.

OBD-M Compliant ECMs

OBD-M live data

Describes the live data available for OBD-M compliant systems.

Connecting to an OBD-M system

Steps for connecting the scan tool to an OBD-M diagnostic connector.

OBD-M Fault Codes

Procedure for obtaining fault codes from OBD-M systems.

MerCruiser PCM-555 EFI

Connecting to the PCM-555 EFI System

Instructions for connecting the scan tool to PCM-555 EFI systems.

Obtaining Data

How to access engine operating hours and main PCM menu data.

PCM Faults

Reading and erasing system faults from the PCM.

PCM History

Accessing fault history, freeze frame data, and RPM history.

Freeze Frame Memory

Viewing stored faults and engine parameter snapshots.

Fault Seconds

Tracking the duration of critical active faults.

Erase Fault History

Clearing fault second data and freeze frame memory.

RPM History

Reviewing engine operating hours across different RPM ranges.

Erase RPM History

Resetting accumulated RPM history data.

PCM System Info

Accessing text information about engine settings and PCM software.

PCM Functions

Accessing various functional tests and settings for the PCM.

Output Tests

Exercising PCM actuators and controls for verification.

Fuel Injector Output Test

Actuating individual fuel injectors to verify operation.

Fuel Pump Relay Output Test

Energizing the fuel pump relay to test the fuel pump.

Ignition Coil Output Test

Firing individual ignition coils to test their operation.

Direct Injector Output Test (engines with direct injectors only)

Actuating individual direct injectors to verify command signal.

Warning Horn Output Test (non-DTS systems only)

Activating the engine warning horn.

Throttle Motor Test (DTS systems only)

Testing the electronic throttle actuator motor.

Gear Shift Motor Test (DTS systems only)

Testing the sterndrive shift actuator mechanism.

Idle Air Control Output Test (non-DTS systems only)

Testing the Idle Air Control system's valve operation.

Boost Valve Output Test (supercharged engines only)

Testing the engine's boost valve functionality.

Tach Output Test

Commanding the PCM to output an RPM signal for tachometer verification.

Induced Misfire Test

Simulates misfires to help identify problematic cylinders.

Set Engine Location

Reading and modifying the PCM's engine location setting.

Set Trim Limit

Setting the upper limit for sterndrive trim movement.

Set Trailer Limit

Setting the sterndrive's trailering position.

Configure Tach Link

Configuring PCM for compatibility with different tachometer types.

Oil Pump Prime (outboard engines only)

Initiating the two-stroke oil pump priming sequence.

Reset Break-in Oiling (outboard engines only)

Resetting the engine break-in oil timer.

MerCruiser / Mercury Racing PCM-09

Diagnostic Connections

Details connection methods and adapters for PCM-09 systems.

Enhanced Diagnostics via Mercury's 10-pin CAN port

Accessing advanced diagnostics via the 10-pin CAN port.

Connecting to PCM-09 Systems via Mercury CAN

Steps to connect to PCM-09 systems using Mercury CAN.

Engine / ECM Detection

How the scan tool detects and selects engines/ECMs in a vessel.

Features and Functions

Overview of diagnostic features and functions for PCM-09 systems.

MerCruiser Thunderbolt V Ignition

Obtaining Engine Hour Information

How to retrieve engine operating hour data from Thunderbolt V modules.

Identifying the Thunderbolt V Version

Guide to identifying the generation of Thunderbolt V module installed.

Connecting to the 2nd Generation (1996-up) Thunderbolt V Module

Steps to connect the scan tool to 2nd Gen Thunderbolt V modules.

Connecting to 3rd Generation Thunderbolt V Modules

Steps to connect the scan tool to 3rd Gen Thunderbolt V modules.

Obtaining Data

Procedure to retrieve data from the Thunderbolt V module.

Disconnecting from the Thunderbolt V Module

Steps to safely disconnect the scan tool from the module.

MerCruiser 2.8L / 4.2L D-Tronic Diesel

Connecting to the 2.8L and 4.2L D-Tronic System

Steps to connect the scan tool to D-Tronic diesel systems.

Obtaining Data

How to read fault codes and live data from D-Tronic engines.

Disconnecting the Scan Tool

Procedure for safely disconnecting the scan tool from the engine.

MerCruiser 7.3L D-Tronic Diesel

Connecting to the 7.3L D-Tronic System

Steps to connect the scan tool to the 7.3L D-Tronic system.

Obtaining Data

How to retrieve fault codes and live data for 7.3L D-Tronic engines.

Disconnecting the Scan Tool

Procedure for disconnecting the scan tool from the engine.

Scan Tool Adapters