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Ford Enhanced (OBD II) Diagnostics
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FORD ENHANCED (OBD II) DIAGNOSTICS
This system applies to Ford vehicles manufactured from 1996 to
present. Some vehicles in 1994 and 1995 were equipped with the
EEC-V system. Refer to “Appendix A - Data Link Connectors".
Ford vehicles manufactured from 2002 to present automatically
use Global OBD II Diagnostics.
The first time the scan tool communicates with the vehicle, the communication
type is automatically detected, and is used until the scan tool is turned OFF or
another vehicle is diagnosed.
✓If an Error Message displays, make sure the OBD II connector is
securely attached, and the ignition key is ON. Cycle the ignition key to
OFF for 10 seconds, then ON. This may be required to reset the computer.
If required, select YES to try again. If the problem still exists, refer to “Error
Messages” on page9-2.
Manual Info
The Manual Info function instructs the user what section of the manual to use.
This section covers Ford Enhanced (OBD II) Diagnostics.
I/M Readiness
Refer to “” on page4-1 of Global OBDII Diagnostics.

Read MIL DTC

The Read MIL DTC function retrieves Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from
the vehicle’s computer module(s). This function can be performed with the
KOEO or KOER. These codes cause the computer to illuminate the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) when an emission-related or driveability fault occurs.
Select Read MIL DTC and press
ENTER
. The Scan Tool retrieves the
DTCs stored in the vehicle’s computer
module(s).
If a message displays stating SYSTEM
PASS: NO DTCS FOUND, press the
FUNC
key to return to the Ford
Function List.
IMPORTANT
Ford Function List ?

1)I/M Readiness

`2)Read MIL DTC [

3)Read All DTC ~

System Pass:

No DTCs Founded.

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