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A message confirms the codes are
erased. Press to return to the
Chrysler Functions menu.
VIEW DATA
The
View Data
function allows the mechanic to view the vehicle’s parameter
identification data (PIDs) in real time. As the PCM monitors the PIDs, they are
sent to the scan tool. Apart from
Read Codes
,
View Data
is the most useful
diagnostic function for isolating the cause of a vehi cle operat ion problem . View-
ing data is also used for observing sensor data and the ON/OFF state of
switches, solenoids, and relays.
Select
View Data
from the Chrysler
Functions list and press .
Perform the following.
1) Set Parking Brake
2) Turn Key On-Engine Off or Running.
3) Put Transmission In Park Or Neutral.
Press when done.
Keep hands and Tools away from fan and engine during
test.
✓On 1999 and newer vehicles, a screen may ask you t o select Engine Dat a
or Transmission Data.
Select the type of data to view. Refer to
“
Viewing Data
” on page3-9 of
Using
The Scan Tool
.
After making a selection, press
to establish a communication link. Use
the arrow keys to scroll
through the PIDs. A “n/a” or “- - -” indi-
cates the PID is not used by the vehicle.
Change the selection of Custom Data List parameters at any time by pressing
the key. This returns to the
Custom Data List selection screen. Press
to return to the Chrysler Functions menu.
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