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Snap-On Modis Ultra User Manual

Snap-On Modis Ultra
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User Manual
EAZ0079L23C Rev. B 1-H-18 UK

Table of Contents

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Snap-On Modis Ultra Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size8 in
Operating SystemAndroid
Storage32 GB
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Bluetooth
Warranty1 year
BatteryLithium-ion
ScannerIntegrated
Battery Life10 hours
Display TypeTouchscreen LCD
PowerAC/DC adapter

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Message Conventions

Explains safety message signal words, types, and icons for hazard identification.

Important Safety Instructions

Refers to accompanying safety instructions for a complete list of critical safety guidelines.

Introduction

Functional Description

Details the physical components and controls of the diagnostic tool.

Technical Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications of the diagnostic tool, including dimensions and power.

Control Keys

Describes the function and operation of the unit's physical control keys.

Getting Started

Home Screen

Overview of the main Home screen, its elements like the Title Bar, and status indicators.

Home Screen Buttons

Describes the function of each button on the Home screen for accessing tool modules.

Common Toolbar Control Icons

Explains the common icons found in the toolbars for navigation and control.

Powering Down

Steps for safely powering down the diagnostic tool, including communication termination.

Navigation

Scanner Navigation

How to navigate within the Scanner module, including screen layout and toolbar functions.

Guided Component Tests and Scope Multimeter Navigation

General navigation for Guided Component Test and Scope Multimeter modules.

Scanner

Connecting to a Vehicle

Steps for connecting the scan tool to a vehicle using the data cable.

No Communication Message

Troubleshooting a 'no communication' error, including common causes and checks.

Operations

Overview of the Scanner module's main functions: Scanner and Troubleshooter.

Codes Menu

Accessing and viewing diagnostic trouble codes, including display and clearing options.

Clear Codes

Erasing diagnostic trouble codes from vehicle memory, with important considerations.

Code Scan

Performing a scan to identify diagnostic issues, including pre/post scan importance.

Data Display

Viewing live datastream parameters from the vehicle ECM in data display mode.

Pausing Data Collection

How to pause data collection for closer examination of waveforms and data.

Customizing the Data List

Creating a custom list of parameters for data display to focus on specific data.

Changing Screen Views

Options for changing screen views: PID List, 1 Graph, 2 Graph, and 4 Graph.

Locking Parameters

How to lock parameters to keep them in place during scrolling for easier monitoring.

Saving

Saving datastream values as recorded movies for analysis and documentation.

Setting Trigger Levels

Configuring the scan tool to automatically capture data when a parameter value crosses a threshold.

Functional Tests

Accessing vehicle-specific subsystem and component tests.

Exiting the Scanner

Procedures for safely exiting the Scanner module and interrupting communication.

SureTrack

Overview of the SureTrack expert knowledge system for diagnostic information.

OBD-II/EOBD

OBD Health Check

Quickly checking and clearing emissions-related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

Global OBD II Code Check

Displays stored emission-related generic DTCs and pending codes reported by the ECM.

Global OBD II Clear Codes

Clears emission-related diagnostic data, including DTCs and freeze frame data, from ECM.

Readiness Monitors

Checks the status of readiness monitoring systems for emissions certification testing.

EOBD

Accessing EOBD functions, including OBD Diagnose and OBD Training Mode.

Start Communication

Procedure to begin an EOBD test session and establish communication.

Select Communication Protocol

Establishes communication protocol between the ECM and the scan tool.

Guided Component Tests

Vehicle Identification

Process of identifying a vehicle for component tests to retrieve correct data.

Identifying a Test Vehicle

Steps for identifying a vehicle for component testing, typically by make, model, and year.

Operations

Overview of performing component tests, including component information and test execution.

Tests

Guides through performing tests on specific components, including setup and meter configuration.

Scope Multimeter

Digital Multimeter (DMM)

Using the DMM for precise electrical measurements in a digital numerical format.

Graphing Multimeter (GMM)

Using the GMM for visual signal graphing over time to find intermittent dropouts or glitches.

Tools

Maintenance

Battery Service

Guidelines for handling and servicing the battery pack, including safety precautions.

Battery Safety Guidelines

Important safety guidelines for handling the battery pack, including shock and explosion risks.

Wi-Fi Connection / Troubleshooting

ShopStream Connect

Software Upgrades and Updates

How to update the diagnostic tool software using ShopStream Connect.

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