CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool - Sears

Toyota/Lexus OBD1 Systems
DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) / MIL
DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)
Toyota vehicles are equipped with special Test Connectors that make it
possible to connect specialized testing equipment that communicates
with the vehicle's onboard computer. The CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool is
designed for use with two types of Toyota DLC connectors; DLC
Number 1 and DLC Number 2, as described below.
The CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool's Toyota Connector Cable
Adaptor is designed to match the vehicle's DLC. Make sure
the adaptor mates properly before applying any force when
making the connection. Applying force to the connector when
not mated properly may cause damage to the connectors.
1. Type 1 connector is also known as Data Link Connector Number 1.
The type 1 DLC connector is a rectangular connector and is usually
black or gray in color. The connector is located under the hood
(engine compartment) in the following general locations:
� Front corner (right or left)
� Front corner (right or left)
� Fender well (right or left)
� Fire wall (right or left)
It has a cover labeled "DIAGNOSTIC", "DIAGNOSIS", or "CHECK
CONN", Use the square head of the Toyota Connector Cable
Adaptor on vehicles with this type of connector.
2. Type 2 connector is also known as Data
Link Connector (DLC) Number 2. The
type 2 DLC connector is a round
connector and is usually black or gray in
color.
� The connector is located "under the
dash" on the left hand side.
It may have a protective cap that needs to be removed before
connecting the CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool's DLC. Use the round head
of the Toyota Connector Cable Adaptor on vehicles with this type of
connector.
INSTRUMENT PANEL MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHTS (MIL)
Your vehicle's instrument panel has a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
also called the "Check Engine" or "Service Engine soon" light. The MIL
is an indicator to warn the vehicle operator of a problem in the computer
control system.
CHECK ENGINE
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
106 CanOBD2&1