CP9125 OBD II PocketScan™ Code Reader - Actron

1 CP9125 OBD II PocketScan Code ReaderFor use with OBD II Compliant Vehicles1234 LCD Display - Is a Single Line Display with 8 Key - Used to Erase Trouble Codes and I/MMonitor status from Vehicle s Computer Modules andscroll up through screens. (I/M Monitors are currentlyused for state emissions tests.)READ/Scroll Down Key - Used to view Read Codes, MILS tatus, I/M Readiness Status and Scroll down II Connector - Used to communicate with OBD IIcompliant PrecautionsFor safety, read, understand and follow all safety messagesand instructions in manual before operating the PocketScanTMCode refer to and follow safety messages and testprocedures provided by manufacturer of vehicle andPocketScanTM Code Words Used:Indicates a possible hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, will result in death orserious injury to operator or a possible hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, could result in deathor serious injury to operator or a possible hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, may result inmoderate or minor injury to operator a condition which, if not avoided,may result in damage to test equipment Safety Messages Always wear ANSI approved eye protection.

2 Always operate vehicle in a well-ventilated area. Always keep people, tools and test equipment away from allmoving or hot engine parts. Always make sure vehicle is in PARK (automatictransmission) or Neutral (manual transmission) and parkingbrake is set. Always block drive wheels and never leave vehicleunattended while testing. Always keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/electrical/chemical fires readily available. Never lay tools on vehicle battery.!WARNING!CAUTION!DANGERIMPORTANT 23 Always use caution when working around ignition coil,distributor cap, ignition wires, and spark plugs. Componentscan produce a High Voltage while engine is running. Battery acid is caustic. If contacted, rinse with water orneutralize with a mild base ( baking soda). If in eyes,flush with water and call a physician immediately. Never smoke or have open flames near vehicle.

3 Vaporsfrom gasoline and battery during charge are explosive. Never use the PocketScanTM Code Reader if internalcircuitry has been exposed to moisture. Internal shortscould cause a fire and damage. Always turn ignition key OFF when connecting ordisconnecting electrical components, unless otherwiseinstructed. Some vehicles are equipped with safety air bags. Followvehicle service manual cautions when working around airbag components or wiring. Note, air bag can still openseveral minutes after ignition key is off. Always follow vehicle manufacturer s warnings, cautions andservice Code Reader FeaturesRead Codes:Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes allows the PocketScanTMCode Reader to read the codes from the vehicle s computermodules. Diagnostic Trouble Codes:Diagnostic Trouble Codes areused to help determine the causeof a problem or problems with avehicle. Diagnostic Trouble Codes are set when a fault ispresent for a sufficient amount of time.

4 Pending Codes: PendingCodes are also referred to as continuous monitor codes and maturing codes. PendingCodes occurs when the codehas not occurred a specificnumber of times (depending onvehicle,) causing the code to V 5 MIL Conditions:MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Status displays thestate of the vehicles computer module(s). MIL ON: Indicates that theMalfunction Indicator Lamp onvehicle should be ON indicatinga possible emissions problem. If the MIL Status is ON and the MIL is not illuminated withthe engine running, then a problem exists in the MILcircuit. MIL OFF: Indicates theMalfunction Indicator Lampshould be off and there shouldbe no emission problems. Some manufacturers will turn the MIL off if a certainnumber of drive cycles occur without the same fault beingdetected. Diagnostic Trouble Codes related to a MIL are erasedfrom the computer s memory after 40 warm-up cycles ifthe same fault is not ONMIL OFF MonitorsExpanded NameMisfireMisfire MonitorFuel Fuel System MonitorCompComprehensive Components MonitorCatlystCatalyst MonitorHtd CatHeated Catalyst MonitorEvapEvaporative System MonitorSec AirSecondary Air System MonitorA/C Air Conditioning Refrigerant MonitorO2 SnsrOxygen Sensor MonitorO2 HtrOxygen Sensor Heater MonitorEGRE xhaust Gas RecirculationStatus DescriptionReadyVehicle was driven enough under proper conditions to complete the (Incomplete) - Vehicle was not driven enough under proper conditions to complete the / Maintenance Monitors (I/M Monitors):The I/M Monitors (Inspection / Maintenance) function displaysa SNAPSHOT of the operations for the Emission System.

5 After a specific amount of drive time (each monitor hasspecific driving conditions and time required), thecomputer s monitors will decide if the vehicles emissionsystem is working correctly. Some states MAY NOT require all monitors listed to be Ready to pass the emissions test. Check with statetesting site for exact requirements. All states will fail avehicle that has the MIL Light lit at time of test. Monitors Viewed: Monitor Status: Monitors may be cleared by: Using the erase codes function. Disconnected or discharged battery (on some vehicles.) Computer module losing power (on some vehicles.)6 Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes and DataAvoid Cooling Fan! Fan may turn onduring ignition Key to the Off Locate and Plug in Data LinkConnector (DLC.)NOTE:The data link connectorshould be located underthe dashboard on thedriverside of the the data link connector is not located under thedashboard as stated, a label describing the location ofthe data link connector should be Observe Display toggles between Pocket and Scan.

6 NOTE:For a correct reading forDiagnostic Trouble Codes and I/M Monitor Status, ignition key must be in the ON position and Engine doesnot require get a correct reading for MIL Status, Engine must Start PressREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREA D/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Downwnwnwnwn Keyand !WARNING Pocket7 NOTE:If diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are already beingdisplayed from a previous read operation, press and hold READ/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/Scr oll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Downwnwnwnwn key for 3 seconds and a Moving * on :If a No LinkNo LinkNo LinkNo LinkNo Link messagedisplays, cycle ignition key tothe OFF position for 10seconds, then back ON and repeat Reading DiagnosticData. 7. View Codes on DisplayNOTE:If there are no codes present,the tool will display 00000 CodesCodesCodesCodesCodes and proceed todisplay MIL Status when READ/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/Scr oll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Downwnwnwnwn ispressed.

7 To View Codes press andrelease READ/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/Scr ollollollollollDoDoDoDoDown wn wn wn wn key. If the code is a PendingCode a V will be displayed. *No LinkP0443P0452 V0 Codes 3 Codes 8 MIL ON 8. View MIL Status Press and releaseREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrR EAD/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll View I/M Monitors that areIncomplete. Press and releaseREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrR EAD/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll :If there are no more I/MMonitors that are Incomplete,the tool will then display ReadyMonitors when READ/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/Scr oll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Downwnwnwnwn key is View I/M Monitors that are Ready. Press and releaseREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrREAD/ScrR EAD/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll :Pressing the ERASE key will scroll up to reviewDiagnostic Trouble Codes and :Holding READ /Scr/Scr/Scr/Scr/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Down wn wn wn wn key for 3 secondswill read Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Data 5 ReadyO2 Htr2 IncMisfire 9 Erasing Diagnostic Trouble Codes and DataErasing allows the PocketScanTM Code Reader to delete the codesand I/M Monitor status from the vehicle s computer Erase Diagnostic Data after checkingsystem completely and writing down Cooling Fan!

8 Fan may turn onduring ignition Key to the Off Locate and Plug in Data LinkConnector (DLC.)NOTE:The data link connectorshould be located underthe dashboard on thedriverside of the the data link connector is not located under thedashboard as stated, a label describing the location ofthe data link connector should be Observe Display toggles between Pocket and Scan . ignition Key to the ON Positionleaving Engine :Make sure that the ignition Key isON and NOT in the !WARNINGOFFONOFF ON and Hold ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE Key for3 Seconds and ERASE?ERASE?ERASE?ERASE?ERASE? and Hold ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE Keyfor 3 Seconds and a Moving - on :If a NO LINK messagedisplays, cycle ignition key tothe OFF position for 10seconds, then back ON, andrepeat Erasing Diagnostic Data. DONEDONEDONEDONEDONE :If the problem causing Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) stillexists, the code will return.

9 The Diagnostic TroubleCode may return immediately or may return after vehiclehas been :Pressing READ READ READ READ READ /Scr/Scr/Scr/Scr/Scroll Dooll Dooll Dooll Dooll Downwnwnwnwn key will readDiagnostic Trouble Codes and Data and Holding ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE key will erase results ERASE? -DONENO LINKU sing Included CDThe Included CD is NOT required to use tool. Some items included on the CD are: Manual included with tool. DTC Lookup Software. Adobe Acrobat Reader . To be able to use the included CD the PC mustmeet the following minimum requirements: 486 PC. 4 MB of RAM. Microsoft Windows 95 or Newer. CD ROM Drive. Adobe Acrobat Reader . Internet Explorer or Higher. Minimum Screen Resolution of 800 x 600. If resolution is 800 x 600, in Display Properties,Settings Tab, Set Font Size to Small Applications On Included CD1. Close All Programs on Place Included CD in :If CD does not start automatically;Select the Start button.

10 X:\ inOpen Box on Computer andselect : X is the CD-ROM drive letteron the Observe Menu Follow screen prompts on computer to run Trouble Codes (DTCs)This section contains the J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Codes(DTCs) as defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are recommendations not arequirement. Manufacturers may not follow these, but most vehicle s service manual for DTC meaning if the code(s)you are getting does not make Trouble Code (DTCs) definitions have been assignedor reserved by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) todirect to proper service area(s).Codes not assigned or reserved by the Society of AutomotiveEngineers (SAE) are reserved for the manufacturer and referredto as Manufacturer Specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).Remember: Visual inspections are important! Problems with wiring and connectors are common,especially for intermittent faults.