CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool - Sears

Ford OBD1 Systems
CONNECTING THE CANOBD2&1 SCAN TOOL - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
� Near the front corner (right or left).
� Near the fender well (right or left).
� Near the fire wall (right or left).
CONNECTING THE CANOBD2&1 SCAN TOOL
The CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool's Ford Connector Cable
Adaptor is designed to match the vehicle's computer DLC.
When properly connected, the vehicle's DLC should match
the pre-molded guides around the adaptor. Make sure the
adaptor and the vehicle's DLC mate properly before
applying force. Forcing the adaptor onto the DLC
improperly may result in damage to the adaptor and/or
CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool, and possible damage to the
vehicle's computer system.
� Connect the CanOBD2&1 Scan Tool to BOTH.
1. Large, six pin female connector
with molded housing
EEC-IV
TEST
2. Small, single pin female connector
CONNECTOR
1988 and newer vehicles
may have more than one
similar connector for other
systems (i.e. Anti-Lock
CODE
Brakes). Only the connector
READER
with an extra single pin is the
correct test connector for
computer service codes use. If you have any questions about
the correct connector, please refer to your vehicle's service
manual for detailed information.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCs)
Diagnostic Trouble Codes, or Fault Codes, can be used to identify
engine systems or components that are malfunctioning. The computer
records codes for two types of problems:
� "Hard" Diagnostic Trouble Codes
"Hard" DTCs represent problems which are happening now and
cause the instrument panel Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or
Check engine light to illuminate and remain on until the failure is
repaired. A DTC is stored in the vehicle's computer memory for
each fault detected. A Tool or Scanner can be used to retrieve
DTCs that are stored in the vehicle's computer memory.
78 CanOBD2&1