Ford Historic Self-Test Routines

Press ENTER to display the definition(s) for that number. More than one definition may be available for the DTC number entered. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to view them.

KOEO

 

Code:

058

VAT

Sensor

 

Above

Max Voltage [

-40

F

Indicated

~

KOER

Code:

058

Idle

Switch

]

CKT

Grounded

[

 

 

~

If the definition does not exist for the vehicle, then a message displays. Press ENTER to return to the Lookup Code screen or press the FUNC key to return to the Ford Function List menu.

Memory Code:

058

VVAT

Sensor

 

Above

Max Voltage [

-40 F

Indicated

~

Undefined Code

ENTER To Try Again~

Print Data

Refer to “Print Data” on page 4-20 of Global OBDII Diagnostics.

DCL Data Functions (EEC-IV Vehicles)

DCL (Data Communication Link) Data functions are used to view and record engine data transmitted from the vehicle on EEC-IV vehicles beginning in 1990. These functions allow viewing of data parameters in real time to pinpoint 6 problems when they occur. The tool also has the ability to record these data parameters as the vehicle is operated to locate intermittent problems.

To view DCL Data Functions, select DCL Data from the Ford Function List.

Ford Function List ? 6)Output Sw Test ]

` 7)DCL Data [ 8)Cyl Balance Test~

The tool displays the DCL Function List. Select View Data and press

ENTER.

View Data

DCL Function List ?

`1)View Data 2)Record Data 3)Playback Data ~

The View Data function allows the mechanic to view a Personal Identification Number (PIDs) in real time. Simply stated, as the PCM monitors the vehicles PIDs, they are simultaneously transmitted to the scan tool. Viewing data is also used for observing sensor data and the ON/OFF state of switches, solenoids, and relays.

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Actron 9640 user manual DCL Data Functions EEC-IV Vehicles, Vat, Ckt, Vvat, View Data

9640 specifications

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