Benz ME2 engine and ADS automatic damping system controller code menu

Benz ME2 engine controller code menu

After entry to ME2 engine, Fcar car diagnostic code reader will display menu, select “controller code” to enter submenu. Read and execute code.

Select the first item of submenu: “Read and execute code”, F3-W or F3-G vehicle diagnostic scanner first read code unit No., code, chassis No., and prompt whether to transfer code to new control model. If select “No”, then back to previous menu. If select ”Yes”,then prompt to close ignition switch, next display replace old control module with new control module and prompt to open ignition switch. Fcar car diagnostic code reader shows read vehicle computer information. Transfer the above data and prompt whether to carry out identification.

After confirm, Fcar car diagnostic code reader judge this control module whether interlocked or not. If interlocked, then prompt “failure to identify, vehicle engine control unit has been locked!”, and return to main menu. Otherwise prompt to input chassis No.

Entry to control unit locking after finished, Fcar car diagnostic code reader prompt “Important! After starting engine for 40 times, engine control unit will be automatically locked! Times of engine starts”, next prompt to start engine, and shows engine speed about 1 minute. Thereafter prompt ” this control module whether match with vehicle? Whether start to be locked”

After confirm, prompt warning information: “Warning! cannot change once control module installed on vehicle! whether start to interlock?”, finished locking prompt ”cannot change after control module interlocked ”.At this moment, special attention to input of chassis No. in the whole process and cannot go wrong.

Benz ADS automatic damping system controller code menu

This full automatic electronic system can issue four kinds of different damping command to each wheel according to different situation. Moreover, it can control the number of spring vibrations under certain conditions, making steering stability not affected, vehicle can start smoothly.

After entry to system, “controller code” in display menu of F3-W car diagnosis tool, display submenu.

Program for specified customers

Select the first item in menu:” Program for specified customers”.F3-W auto scanner tool first read original program, and provide two different options for user: Customer type and standard type. Choose proper type according to actual needs.

Horizontal adjustment: Front axle/rear axle

Select the second item in menu: “Horizontal adjustment front axle/rear axle”. This function is for adjusting front axle horizontal valve and rear axle horizontal valve.

After entry to this menu, F3-W auto diagnosis tool first shows front axle horizontal value, rear axle horizontal value and fault code condition. Meanwhile, user can adjust height of front axle and rear axle; after adjustment, then come to the next step, display front and rear axle height, and prompt whether to save this value.

After user confirmed this value, F3-W car diagnosis tool will send this value to ECU, and matching over.

Knowledge and Objective Factors of Matching Setting for Fcar auto code readers scanner

As professional multi-functional intelligentized auto code readers, FCAR car diagnostic scanners follow International Standard Design. With the big color touch screen, high resolution display integrated structural design, single-track working and touch operation etc these special designs make you feel more easily, conveniently and faster during diagnosis.

It aims to set the matching and synchronization job between the ECU and Actuator (Throttle, Idling Control unit etc)

Note: Click【Prev】【Next】Button switch basic setting channel No. , you can also input the group No. in text box with soft keyboard directly.

*In addition, it must satisfy all conditions of 【basic setting】before matching

Knowledge of Matching Setting for Fcar car code scanner

The basic setting of Electronic Control Unit on modern automobile, also known as setting, matching, programming, initialization adaptive and coding, is one of the technical problems often encountered in modern vehicle maintenance service. Now the vehicles are commonly equipped with a variety of electronic control system. Electronic control unit is the core component of electric control system. A lot of electronic control units (such as electronic throttle control unit, seat electronic control unit, rear view mirror electronic control unit, vehicle window electronic unit, skylights electronic unit, door lock electronic control unit, etc.) are with memory function, after the replacement of parts under their control, or unplug the battery cable when repairing faults, it is necessary to modify the information that stored or memorized in these electronic control unit, so that all the components of the electronic control system can adapt to each other, otherwise the system will not work normally.

Objective Factors of basic setting for Fcar car computer scanner:

All systems that adopt ECU for automatic control, if the factors which effect the coordination between ECU and the components have the changes, then must do the basic setting.

1）After change new ECU, it haven’t the characteristic of storing throttle body then need do the basic setting;

2）Replace or dismantle and assemble air intake need do the basic setting;

3）After clearing the throttle body, although the characteristic of idling throttle valve potentiometer haven‘t any changes, but under the same opening angle of throttle valve, air intake have had an abrupt change, so has the idling control characteristic, also need do the basic setting.

Fcar scanner widely support all kinds of diagnostic protocol type

FCAR - Different vehicle series adopts different diagnostic protocol, even for the same series, the protocol adopted continuously changes and updates. In our scanner, 7 types are concluded, basically including all kinds of communication protocol currently available.

（1） CAN communication protocal

（2） KWP2000

（3） VW protocal

（4） VPW format: Variable pulse width. Logical width uncertain, with depends on rising edge or failing edge. Logic 1 expresses in wide pulse in rising edge or narrow pulse in failing edge.

（5） PWM format: PWM is pulse width modulation. It has 2 lines, one pull-up, and another pull-down. Using pulse width length to represents Logic 1 and 0.

（6） Benz with additional bit protocal

（7） Flashing code format: its feature is to obtain fault code information through measuring the number of pulse outputted on diagnostic line after triggering diagnostic function of ECU.

Wide Power Design 

Voltage change between 9~27V of Fcar atuo scanner enables to support 12V as well as 24V gasoline vehicles. Fcar auto scanner is a scanner that can support both gasoline and diesel version.

Conclusion 

By adopting advanced design philosophy, especially flexible drive circuit and universal channel switching circuit that effectively reducing quantity of diagnostic connector, Fcar auto diagnostic scanner brings great convenience to users.

When we use ECU reader the Diagnosis Step Base on ECU Model

FCAR - You can open the ECU reader Trouble diagnosis menu in the system main interface and select【Chinese Series】

Note : Here take【Engine system】as an example.

Entering 【Chinese series】Menu and select the logo of 【Engine system】

Click【Engine system】logo, the ECU reader screen will display the prompt.

Note: Select the version you need or the highest version to test or diagnose, the highest version of all software is fully compatible to the existing version.

After selecting version, the check engine code reader screen will display the【Engine】engine electronic control system list to

Note: The fault diagnosis can also be conducted in the ECU of same assembling and different model. But data stream, trouble code etc will be not accurate or information can’t be displayed. Thus the fault diagnostic computer menu should choose the diagnostic program that matched with the ECU model of body assembling to diagnose.

There are more engine control systems assembled in domestic vehicles. Maintenance technicians can obtain diagnostic procedure menu of ECU mode from the electronic control system ECU's nameplate.

The method for Fcar auto scanners to set Benz Infotainment system

The method for Fcar auto scanners to set Benz Infotainment system（D2B）Infotainment system has become a basic configuration among high-grade cars. It includes Multimedia Video system（TV）, Advanced Sound System（VSC）,Telephone system（TELEPHONE）etc., which enables passengers to enjoy home-theatre video, but for the demand of safety first, Benz made a good integration of safety and entertainment. Next, make a brief introduction of some common matching of Infotainment system （D2B）in 220,210,170,chassis.

Among S class cars of 220 chassis and E class cars of 210 chassis after Aug.,1997, for the sake of safe driving of driver, TV function will be automatically screened when hand brake release or gearbox in non-P position, so that driver can focus on driving. But if there were passengers, it’s allowable to watch TV during driving. In order to meet different demands, just need auto code scanners to switch above mode in D2B system.

1, Connect Fcar OBD II code scanner;

2, Select“D2B system”;

3, Select“controller code”;

4, Select“TV Parameter”;

5, Set” release hand brake” respectively (when hand brake release)and “Gear select lever not in P position”(Gear not in P position, enable/disable TV function).

For SLK series of 170 chassis, no TV system, but after replacing battery, need to decode Audio. Now the method for Fcar OBD II Code Reader to set:

1, Connect Fcar auto code scanners;

2, Select “D2B system”

3, Select ”Controller code”

4, Select to use Audio system code, after click operation, turn off ignition switch and

reopen;

5, For new model of S, E series, due to D2B system is equipped with memory function, audio code won’t lose after battery taken out.

How to properly choose FCAR diagnostic code scanner storage environment

On most vehicles the connector is located at the driver's compartment. Once the diagnostic code scanner is plugged in you can retrieve auto diagnostic codes the engine computer has stored in its memory. These auto diagnostic codes are the same codes the dealer and repair shops use to replace sensors and clear codes.

Correct computer system function is essential for your car's engine to operate properly. Many engine run-ability problems can be related to a weak or failing sensor producing a diagnostic trouble code. Problems can range from hard cold engine starting, low power and stalling while driving. I will tell you the Storage environment for FCAR below.

Acquire knowledge of car diagnostic scanner, which is very vital since it enables you to not only operate it successfully but also identify its various functionality purposes. Technical terms are used to differentiate the various parts of the auto scan tools, and a base of knowledge of the device will be of tremendous help. Once you have become familiarized with the various terms and parts of the car diagnostic tool, you can proceed with comparison of the different automotive diagnostic scan tools. After compare you will find Fcar automotive scan tool is a good choice for you,it have big color touch screen, high resolution display integrated structural design.

Now I'll give you four tips to take care of your Fcar touch screen Touch screen Care.

1）Dust may be accumulated on the LCD screen due to electrostatic. Suggest to buy the special LCD screen wiper to clean the screen gently.

2）Don’t wipe the screen with bare finger to avoid fingerprint attached. Never use chemicals to clear the screen.

3）Never put FCAR to close the electromagnetic wave products to avoid any effect on the screen

4）Never put FCAR in direct sunlight or ultraviolet radiation for long time to extend the life of screen.

The Storage environment for FCAR diagnostic code scanner

1）Store FCAR on a flat and dry place with suitable temperature.

2）Never put FCAR in direct sunlight or near to the heating source.

3）Never put FCAR auto scan tool in the magnetic field.

4) Avoid smoke, water and oil to enter FCAR.

5）Avoid shock,dust,moisture and extremely high temperature.

6） Power off the machince and make sure the power cable is removed, then clean the outside surface and touch screen with soft cloth that is dipped with a little water if main unit is dirty.

7) Periodically startup FCAR main menu.

BMW 318i A/C Not Cooling

Vehicle model: 318i

Year: Dec. 2004

Engine type: L13A3

VIN: LBVEY97044SA41816

Fault phenomenon:

When turning on the air conditioner during driving, the air conditioner is blowing hot air. And it seems that the compressor does not function. The instrument displays that the outside temperature is -40 degrees (See Figure 2). The Air conditioner does not cooling.

Fault diagnosis and analysis:

The vehicle, with electronic control system, has self-diagnosis function. You need to perform the following test according to the instructions below with Fcar diagnostic scanner.

1. Find the location of diagnostic socket (See Figure 3);

2. Connect OBD test head and the main unit with test lines respectively;

3. Connect the diagnostic socket, and turn ignition switch to ON position;

4. Turn on the power of Fcar diagnostic scanner;

5. Enter the menu and select [EUROPE] - [BWM] - [V7.7] - [3 series] - [3’_E90/E91/E92/E93(2004~)] - [Body] - [IHKA integrated automatic heating/air conditioning] - [Read DTC] - [ CE outside temperature sensor] - [Clear DTC] - [DTC is cleared successfully] – [Read DTC] – [System is OK] – [The instrument still displays -40 degrees] – [Turn OFF ignition key] – click [Read DTC] – [ CE outside temperature sensor] occurs again.

It was caused by damage of outside temperature sensor and circuit fault, analyzing according to the DTCs read. The main functions is to check the outside temperature, measure the temperature difference between inside temperature and outside temperature, defrost when it is cold, and control cooling system of air conditioner. After learning about the functions of outside temperature sensor, perform the inspection of outside temperature sensor as follows:

1. Remove outside temperature sensor and heat it with warm water to see if there is any change of thermometer on the instrument.

2. Measure whether the utilization voltage is between 5V——4.1V with multimeter, and check if supply lines communicate properly.

Attention: Power must be OFF when connecting or unplugging the sensors and ECU. Otherwise, electronic control system might be damaged by current produced!

 

3. Measure whether the resistance is normal with multimeter, between 3.6MΩ and 6.8MΩ. Resistance value varies with the climate. Thus the resistance measured might be different.

4. Under the circumstances of no sensor, a resistance between 3.6MΩ and 6.8MΩ can be used to replace outside temperature sensor temporarily according to the climate, in order to repair the vehicle as soon as possible. This operation must be performed by a specialized person. Otherwise, the electric equipment might be damaged.

Troubleshooting:

Figure 4 Location of outside temperature sensor

Outside temperature sensor

Replace outside temperature sensor (See Figure 4), and clear DTC with FCAR diagnostic scanner. It displays that the DTC is cleared successfully. The system is OK. Start the engine and turn on the air conditioning system. The instrument displays that the outside temperature is 27 degrees. The trouble is solved.

Replacing engine computer board operation methods

Computer does not record the current matched injector coding (computer board doesn’t save currently installed on the engine), can lead to abnormal engine fuel consumption, engine power reduction, the injector code must be written into the engine computer board, so that let computer board have proper fuel supply according to operating state of engine total system.

Operation Methods: (all engine control system components are connected properly, the vehicle ignition switch in the ON, the engine is not running)

A: Fcar car scanner connect with vehicle diagnostic socket;

B: Turn on Fcar main unit switch to switch on main unit, select the diagnostic menu;

C: According to current maintenance models, select models on menu successively - the engine model, enter;

D: After enter system first choose[read DTC] and according to content of fault code to make the appropriate treatment. After treatment select [Clear DTC] to ensure system no fault code;

E: Select the menu [Write QR Code];

F: Follow the prompts to write the corresponding fuel injector code for each cylinder and confirm to save.

Note: If replacement of the computer version, injector QR Code can be viewed on the injector, the injector code is composed of numbers and letters. If the old PC version can enter system and read injector code while the fuel injector not replaced, can select the [read QR code] menu after entry to system, print and save the QR code of each cylinder read. After installed a new PC version, you can input respectively, note the code inputted of each cylinder need to match with the actual, mismatch can cause increase of engine fuel consumption or decrease of engine power.

Frequently Asked Questions When using Fcar auto diagnostic scanner

1, Q: Logos appear not move (picture freezes), no response after click on the screen?

A: (1) In the case of shutdown, re-plug the SD card, then restart;

(2) The upgrade is not successful result, re-upgrade the SD card or SD card for an upgrade.

(3) upgrade operating method of automobile code reader: (SD card must be initialized before program updrade) to open Fcar official website, enter [ user name and password] - [Select Download Center] - [Select scanner model to be upgraded(such as: F3-G] - [select full upgrade package download] - [click save (any browser to the desktop or D drive)] – after download is complete, double-click interface [Click browse to movable disk] - [Click upgrade (need more than 10 minutes)] - [upgrade complete] - [take out SD card and install is on scanner]

If: can not properly use the car computer scanner, please contact after-sales department, we will help you to solve as soon as possible.

2, Q: Click vehicle system, main unit auto power off and auto restart, why?

A: This is because system of machine not activated, there is only tens of use opportunities.The following are the 2 kinds of activation:

(1) Permanent activation,which needs to contact responsible personnel for assistance.

(2) Frequency activation, can visit the Fcar official website, [select Download Center] - [System Activation] - [Enter the user name and password] - [Select Login] - [input signature / PN] - - [enter the activation code] - [select generate] – there will be a row of 15-bit activation number on the below of desktop, input this number into Fcar automobile code reader.

A, Operation method for finding signature code: to supply power to car diagnostic scanner, turn on power switch of scanner, click the second menu on the desktop, select machine activation, enter signature code into computer to generate, then input the 15 digit number on internet into auto diagnostic tool menu Click [confirm] to complete the activation.

B, Note that do not power off and operate vehicle diagnostic scanner during operating frequency activation, otherwise activation will be failed, need to re-operate.

3, Q: The screen adjustment interface would appear every time when power on without

clicking screen.how to solve it?

A: (1) check whether there is foreign matters stuck between housing and screen, the screen will back to normal after remove foreign matters.

(2) If membrane on touch screen has bubble or curls, it will back to normal after tear off membrane (in order to protect touch screen, better to paste a new membrane).

About pin definition of Euro III and Euro IV vehicle engine diagnostic socket

Normally diesel vehicle is 24 V battery voltage. So here take 24V as an example, make a brief introduction about pin definition of Euro III and Euro IV vehicle engine diagnostic socket.

1. Euro III vehicle 

This vehicles usually adopts KWP2000 communication protocol, diagnostic socket is usually 4-pin.Convertion is ground wire, fire wire, K line 1,kK line 2.Use high resistance type digital multimeter under the condition of ignition key on.（Here will not introduce how to use multimeter）,measure the voltage of 4 pins respectively, normally ground wire 0V,fire wire 24V,2 K lines are about 22V(little lower than voltage of fire wire).

Now connect one end of main testing cable to car diagnostic code reader, another end DB15 connect to jumper box. Select the correct jumper according to pin on vehicle, connect ground wire on vehicle to GND on jumper box, fire wire to VCC. 2 K line connect to 7# and 15# jack respectively. Now Power light on jumper box will be seen on, and then select the correct vehicle model menu in automotive diagnostic scanners to enter. If still unable to test, you can contact Overseas Dept. of our company for assisting test.

2. Euro IV model 

This model usually adotps CAN communication protocol (Not excluding some Euro IV vehicles that still adopts Euro III standard, Such as FUSO) Diagnostic socket is normally 4 pins: ground wire, fire wire, CAN_H, CAN_L, voltage measured is: 0V, 24V, 2.5+V, 2.5-V.The pin that little higher than 2.5V

Node relation of jumper box is:

1#：K line； 2#：K line；

3#：K line； GND：Ground wire（negative）；

6#：CAN‐H；

7#：RSR232+, J1708+, K line；8#：K line；

9#：K line； 10#：K line；

11#：K line； 12#：K line；

13#：K line； 14#：CAN‐L；

15#：RSR232‐, K line, J1708‐, L line

VCC: power line（Positive）； POWER：Power indicator.

Remark: If lack of vehicle electrical equipment knowledge or unable to confirm electrical equipment power supply, please don’t operate jumper, for error operation of jumper may lead to malfunction of electrical failure or FCAR F3-D main unit and wire. 

(Auto diagnostic socket related information reconfirmed as below)

● Digital high impedance multimeter (can not use Analog Multimeter)

● When ignition switch to ON Gear, there is supply voltage of vehicle on diagnostic socket. Voltage difference between voltage on diagnostic socket and vehicle battery side can not be above 2.5V.

In diagnosis, if the signal line used is single-line communication (K line), voltage on signal line lower than battery voltage,(if vehicle supply voltage is 12V,then voltage on signal line is 11V, + 0.25V;if 24V,signal voltage is 21V,+ 0.25V)

If double signal line adopts CAN communication, 2 diagnostic lines use multimeter to measure ground wire voltage under the condition that ignition switch open, the sum of both voltages is 5V,average 2.5V,the one voltage little higher than 2.5V is CAN-H, the one voltage lower than 2.5V is CAN-L.

After understanding of the above, then you can use car diagnostic scanners to read DTC. Now make a brief introduction of operation steps for FCAR auto scanner to read DTC: Confirm diagnostic socket connect properly and then turn on power switch of auto scanner, and select Diagnostic menu.

Benz ME2 engine controller code menu displayed by Fcar engine code scanner

FCAR - After entry to ME2 engine, Fcar check engine code reader will display menu, select “controller code” to enter submenu. Read and execute code.

Select the first item of submenu: “Read and execute code”, Fcar car code reader first read code unit No., code, chassis No., and prompt whether to transfer code to new control module. If select “No”, then back to previous menu. If select ”Yes”,then prompt to close ignition switch, next display replace old control module with new control module and prompt to open ignition switch. Fcar check engine code reader shows read vehicle computer information. Transfer the above data and prompt whether to carry out identification.

After confirm, Fcar auto diagnostic scanner judge this control module whether interlocked or not. If interlocked, then prompt “failure to identify, vehicle engine control unit has been locked!”, and return to main menu. Otherwise prompt to input chassis No.

Entry to control unit locking after finished, Fcar check engine code reader prompt “Important! After starting engine for 40 times, engine control unit will be automatically locked! Times of engine starts”, next prompt to start engine, and shows engine speed about 1 minute. Thereafter prompt ” this control module whether match with vehicle? Whether start to be locked”

After confirm, prompt warning information: “Warning! cannot change once control module installed on vehicle! whether start to interlock?”, finished locking prompt ”cannot change after control module interlocked ”.At this moment, special attention to input of chassis No. in the whole process and cannot go wrong.

Clear code

Select the second item of main menu: “Clear code”.Fcar engine code scanner will prompt”Control module reset to uncoded state, whether to clear code?”. If select “Yes”, then code will be cleared and display “Code has been cleared, engine control unit not interlocked, not have in this vehicle”. Then back to main menu, otherwise directly back to main menu.

P/N Idle, Shift lever in P/N

To perform this function, engine is required to be at running state. Select the third menu of main menu: Idle, shift lever in P/N. After entry to menu, Fcar engine code scanner will first prompt test conditions. Then prompt related cautions.

This function can only be performed when temperature over 80℃. If this condition met, display adjustment menu, including setting rated speed of engine, current rated speed of engine and actual speed of generator. User can use +,-or 0 to set idle speed.+ means idle increase,- means decrease,0 means cancel previous setting. Exit when user finished setting, engine will automatically save and execute this setting.

Idle, shift lever in drive gear position

Select the fourth item in main menu: “idle, shift lever in drive position”. This process is the same with the setting steps of the third item, just at this time shift lever in drive position.

Adaptive

Select the fifth menu in main menu: “Adaptive”. This menu has following function: Original initialization, Gear sensor adaptive zero, adaptive data.

Original initialization. its procedure as below:Ｆcar first prompt whether need to clear matching value.

1, If necessary ,then return to main menu. Otherwise Fcar will execute initialization and prompt ”Original initialization has been executed, turn off ignition switch ”,then turn on ignition switch again. Fcar engine code scanner reenter system and prompt ”Complete after waiting for engine control module running, Pls wait…”

2, Gear sensor adaptive zero. Entry to system, Fcar will display ”flywheel ring gear adaptive value zero(increase gear)?”.If select”Yes”, then return to main menu after sensor value zero, otherwise return to main menu directly.

3, Adaptive data. Select this function item, Fcar will display adaptive data of all cylinders.

CO setting to vehicles without three-way catalyst

Select item 6 of main menu:” CO setting to vehicles without three-way catalyst”. Entry to this function item,Fcar will firstly display warning information. Then display adjustment menu.

User can use +,- or 0 to set the current value. Among which,+ means correction value increase,- means decrease,0 means cancel the previous setting(reset).If want to check the effect of setting, pls press Exit button, Fcar prompts it will save automatically if correction has been executed.

How to use auto diagnostic scanners to analyze engine and other components fault

FCAR - Today's car is a very advanced machine. Long gone are the days when your mechanic would take the whole day inspecting the engine and other components in order to diagnose the vehicle's fault. With the installation of the car computer on most vehicles, diagnoses have become simpler and faster.

Most vehicles manufactured between 1992 and 1995 have an On Board Diagnostics I (OBD I) facility while those manufactured after 1996 have the OBD II. OBDs are defined as the electronic systems installed in cars to help in regulating and optimizing engine performance. This system however needs an auto diagnostic tool for the car owner or mechanic to be able to analyse the fault the car is experiencing.

So how does the automotive scan tools work? And how to use auto diagnostic scanners to analyze fault,the following will tell you.

Fault Analysis auto diagnostic scanner

To analyze according to reading data stream, the vehicle engine still cold water temperature sensor data stream is 95 degrees, the intake pressure sensor data 120kPa. Start the engine, after idle for some time no change in water temperature data, depresses the accelerator pedal to increase engine speed, view the data stream, intake air pressure sensor data is still 120kpa unchanged, indicating that the water temperature sensor and intake air pressure sensor data is abnormal (see data stream of this vehicle in Table 2, Table 3 are data stream that has some changes), initially judge water temperature sensor and intake air pressure sensor part is defective.

Check water temperature sensor and intake air pressure sensor, both of which were found abnormal, to be replaced.

Troubleshooting

Replace water temperature sensor see Pic.2,inlet pressure sensor see Pic.3. Use menu on Fcar auto diagnostic scanners menu to clear DTC ,display clear success,Read DTC, system normal,road test,fault disappear,completely remove fault.

OBDII / EOBD uses CAN BUS to diagnose new control system of all engine system

Test procedures of FCAR F3 OBD auto scanner series include European series, Asian series, American series, domestic series, OBDII / EOBD, CANBUS six series.

European series include the mainstream model of European countries.

Asian series include Japan, South Korea and some models of Southeast Asian countries.

American series include part of models of American countries.

Domestic series, including the model of major automotive companies that currently set up factories in China.

OBDII / EOBD uses CAN BUS to diagnose new control system of all engine system.

System Settings

Select the menu 【System settings】with the touch pen at the top of desktop, then appears the sub-menu of the system setting menu.

【System information】

【Touch screen adjustment】

【User information】

【System theme】

【Language setting】

【System activation】

System Information

Select 【System Information】and entered, the OBD readers main menu pop-up dialog box for the hardware information, operating system version, software version, database version, memory information of product in current use. Operating the button【OK】 on the left side of menu to return to previous menu.

Operate 【diagnose】 button on the right side of the menu, then the device will diagnose automatically.

System Diagnosis

This feature is used for checking Fcar F3 OBD readers series whether with hardware problems by operating the 【Diagnosis】 button.

If the main unit hardware failure, then the main menu will prompt the appearance of fault code in testing, According to fault code, you can consult Fcar company after-sales service department to handle it.

Touch Screen Adjustment

This feature is used in the operation of main unit functions, when using touch pen to select the OBD car scanner main menu, the main unit entered is offset with the actual selection of the menu screen the screen deviation needs adjustment. Screen can be adjusted at the time of starting up.

Menu Screen adjustment: In the System Settings menu, select 【Touch screen adjustment】 to enter adjustment procedure, the main unit screen prompts 【Please click cross cursor (the more accurate the better for your adjustment)】. According to the prompts click the cross in turn on the screen with the touch pen. (Cross cursor in the four corners of the LCD screen respectively). After entering the adjustment mode will display the menu.

After adjustment and the main unit shows correct information, log on to the desktop menu.

Note: when can not adjust through the touch screen adjustment menu, you can adjust it at the time of starting up.

User Information

After user purchase equipment, fill in information by themselves: Company name (can fill in company name or individual name), address (to help customers who need repairs easy to find the detailed address), zip code, telephone, fax, support, website, email. Information about the user. After finished input press 【OK】 button to save, press 【Cancel】 button to cancel the save.

Note: when input must first select the right input location.【capital】 in keyboard area of the bottom of the screen is for change case. 【ZhCH】 is for conversion between Chinese and English.【Letters 】 is used for conversion between the letters and numbers. 【Back】 is for user to delete the inputted error character or letter.

System Theme

Used for setting programs menu background . This theme comprise a total of five settings for selection : the classical theme, blue theme, green theme yellow theme, Grey theme, The Setting of the theme is based on working environment to avoid the visual gap between different environments. When setting select the appropriate theme in the system settings dialog, you can click on the small box behind the theme to select, then click on 【OK 】button to save. Press 【Cancel】 button to cancel this operation.

Note: If change the theme on the menu, you need to restart the main unit to make the new theme taken effect.

Language Setting

The menu is used for the setting of the main unit language type. This machine offers four options: simplified Chinese, English, Russian, Traditional Chinese . When setting select the appropriate language in the Language dialog, you can select by clicking on the small box behind the theme, then click【OK】 button to save. Press 【Cancel】 button to cancel this operation.

Note: If change language type on the menu, you need to restart the main unit to have the new language patterns taken effect.

System activation

FCAR OBD II code reader main unit when leaving factory has not been permanently activated, it only can operate 50times use (only after the user purchased, the user can activate the device through FCAR website or Email to FCAR service people. (some customer request to active by FCAR when shipping ).

System active detail method pls ref. 6.1.

Fcar vehicle code reader able to match Elantra remote control

With the development of car industry, cars have become much more complex than before. Thus, auto manufacturers began integrating on-board diagnostic (OBD) systems, which continuously monitor the vehicle's functions. For example, if an engine problem appears and it is serious enough, the "check engine" light goes on, which gives the driver indication that it is time for a repair. Thanks to the OBDII diagnostic systems, people nowadays are able to diagnose their cars through themselves.

Some people may doubt why he needs such a vehicle code reader for there are so many repair shops in the city. In fact, going to the repair shop is costly and time consuming. And if your car breaks down when you are driving in a lonely place, how can you go to the repair shop and ask for a professional help? But if you have an car code reader around, this annoying situation can be solved much easier. You can use it even though there is nothing wrong with your vehicle, it can prevent troubles and keep your car healthy and last longer.

Fcar vehicle code reader is a good choice for you,it match many type of cars,such as Elantra,now i will tell you how to use Fcar vehicle code readers match Elantra remote control.

Is Fcar vehicle code readers able to match Elantra remote control? And How?

Some Elantra models can match remote control, like Elantra from 2004 to 2009, 2-button

remote control and a white 10-pin diagnostic socket next to OBD16 needle, matching remote

control method as follows:

(1) Turn off ignition switch.

(2) Use jumper box to connect with 10-pin diagnostic socket, No.7 pin of jumper box connect

to K-line 5V voltage of diagnostic socket, VCC connect with 12V power, GND connect to

ground.

(3) Switch on vehicle code reader sand entry to [Elantra engine system] - [remote control match] – after

press [match] button,after screen shows "match ..." ,then press remote control lock key for one

second.

(4) If need to match the second remote control, please press another remote control lock for

one second.

(5) When screen displays "matching,,,", please complete the remote control lock button

operation within 10s.

(6) Click [Confirm] – operation steps complete.

(7) Press unlock button with the remote control, door unlock the door normal, match complete.

Select the Features of OBD2 Readers

FCAR - OBD readers or readers will help provide updated information about the status of your vehicle. It will also help prevent any engine problems that could happen in the future since it will notify the owner that there is trouble.

The codes that show up on the OBD readers are normally alphanumeric. Each of the codes will have a corresponding definition according to the type of problem that your car is experiencing. In order for you to identify the cause of the trouble, you can either search online for the code interpretation or simply ask somebody who knows what the definition is. However, some of the more updated scanners also combine a definition for the codes already so you won't have to waste too much time trying to figure it out.

OBD II scanners are great at identifying your car's problems. Moreover, it is easy to use and set up. Most of the time, these OBD readers or readers attach easily to a system in your car. These outlets are mandated by law so chances are, your car will have them. Of course, depending on the model that you have, you would be able to use the scanner in almost every type of vehicle.

Select the Features of OBD2 Readers

1. Choose professional OBD2 readers that can clear the codes. Once the problem has been determined, most readers can erase the report from the car's system and turn off the warning light on the dashboard.

2.  Consider a reader that will work on as many car models as possible. OBD2 readers are designed to use one or more of the five communication protocols that are specific to certain types of cars. These protocols are: SAE J1850 PWM used for cars manufactured by Ford Motors, SAE J1850 VPW used by General Motors, ISO 9141-2 used in Chrysler cars as well as in Asia and Europe, the ISO 14230 KWP2000 and the ISO 15765 CAN.

3.  Select a professional grade OBD code reader that can read freeze frames.

4.  Choose a reader that can perform most of the diagnostic functions. These functions include the ability to read and clear codes, display code definitions and part identification numbers, auto-scan, perform an actuator test and perform programming functions.

Use auto scanner diagnosis process common problems

FCAR F3-W gasoline car scanner function:Testing the global mainstream gasoline + 12V diesel vehicles, reaching to the same effect with the OEM car scanner. Built-in high and low speed CAN-BUS,one diagnostic connector can test all the CAN-BUS vehicles. Support almost all OBD- II protocols. The following are some questions for using OBD11 scanner to diagnostic vehicle. 

Questions for using auto scanner to diagnostic vehicle

1: Split Second Screen Flickers During Engine Starting

Possible Cause: Effected by electromagnetism,or the battery voltage fluctuate is large when

Startup vehicles.

Solution: it is the normal phenomena（just try to avoid power on when start the engine）

2: Operation Interrupted During Diagnosis

Possible Cause: Effected by electromagnetism,or the connector to the socket is not tight

Solution: Depart from engine compartment with strong electromagnetism environment, turn off the high-power acoustics, check OBD 11 scanner main unit connector..

3:There Is No Response From Vehicle ECU at Communication

Possible Cause: Supply power voltage is out of the normal range; the Throttle Valve is not

closed, Transmission is in “D”; Turn on by electrical appliances, Water temperature is out of the normal range

Solution: Inspect the supply power voltage, close the throttle valve;put the transmission in “P”;Turn off the electrical appliances, make sure the water temperature is in normal range.

4: Some Systems Can’t Be Diagnosed

Possible Cause:Few system diagnostic sockets in the forepart vehicles are separated.

Solution: Search the most similar trouble code and the circuit to analyse

FCAR Auto Code Scanner Use Notes

FCAR - If you see a "check engine" or a "service engine soon" light in your instrument cluster; your car has stored a diagnostic trouble code. This means the computer system on your vehicle has detected a problem with the various systems it controls. Your car has many different sensors that monitor the various vehicle systems.

If the trouble code light has been illuminated your vehicle enters into "limp mode" this means it is running on a predetermined program that causes poor mileage and increased emissions. An engine trouble code reader is an easy to use tool. All 1996 and newer vehicles utilize a "D" style plug-in connector that connects to the auto code scanners.

The following are four notes when using FCAR auto scanner:

1. When use FCAR F3-D heavy duty scanners for testing, you must handle with care and be away from heat and electromagnetic field, to avoid interference with the main unit.

2. When electrical components energized, you can not disconnect the circuit to prevent the self-inductance, mutual inductance attacking sensors and automotive ECU.

3. When electrical equipment works, avoid putting non-magnetic objects close to the vehicle control unit, otherwise the vehicle control unit may be damaged.

4. When dismounting vehicle control unit or electrical components, must be carried out 1 minute after turning off the ignition switch.

Take Audi as an example Setting and cancel of Audi A4 transportation mode

Take Audi as an example Setting and cancel of Audi A4 transportation mode

1, Connect Fcar and turn on ignition switch;

2, Input “17”to enter combination instrument (Radio is 56)

3, Input”10”function for adaptive;

4, Input channel No”99”, set the value as 1(transportation mode active),0(cancel transportation mode).

The corresponding operation also can be done through VAS5051 function navigation.

1, Select ”Boot type function query”;

2, Select “Vehicle system or function select “interface:

3, Select “17-combination instrument”;

4, Select “Set or close transportation mode”(radio and combination instrument),then

transportation mode of radio and combination instrument can be closed at the same

time.

This operation can also be done by selecting “56-Radio“on “vehicle system or function select”

2, Setting and cancel of Audi A6L transportation mode

Due to electronic parts used on vehicle more than Audi A6L, the demand for electric energy increases. In order to monitoring load state within battery, in extreme cases , need to regulate electrical equipment through comfort CAN(Car LAN)to prevent battery over discharging, so as to ensure vehicle can start at any time. So A6L is the same with A8D3, added power management control unit (J644).

Setting and cancel of transportation mode for A6L is different from A4

1, Connect Fcar, turn on ignition switch;

2, Select” 61-battery regulator”

3, Select”10 function adaptive”;

4, Input channel No. “01”, set value as 0(cancel transportation mode),1(setting transportation mode).

The corresponding operation also can be conducted through boot type function navigation.

1, Select “Boot type function query”

2, Select “Vehicle system or function select” interface;

3, Select “maintenance work”(See Pic.3)

4, Select” J644 power management enable/disable transportation mode” and follow steps.

Fcar auto diagnostic tool Widely support all kinds of diagnostic protocol type

FCAR - Different vehicle series adopts different diagnostic protocol, even for the same series, the protocol adopted continuously changes and updates. In Fcar auto diagnostic tool, 7 types are concluded, basically including all kinds of communication protocol currently available.

- CAN communication protocal

- KWP2000

- VW protocol

- VPW format: Variable pulse width. Logical width uncertain, with depends on rising edge or failing edge. Logic 1 expresses in wide pulse in rising edge or narrow pulse in failing edge.

- PWM format: PWM is pulse width modulation. It has 2 lines, one pull-up, and another pull-down. Using pulse width length to represents Logic 1 and 0.

- Benz with additional bit protocol

- Flashing code formatter: its feature is to obtain fault code information through measuring the number of pulse outputted on diagnostic line after triggering diagnostic function of ECU.

Wide Power Design

Voltage change between 9~27V of Fcar computer diagnostic tool enables to support 12V as well as 24V gasoline vehicles. Fcar vehicle diagnostic scanner is a scanner that can support both gasoline and diesel version.

FCAR F3-G computer diagnostic tool adopts the advanced modularized design technology which is capable of diagnosing and learning a variety of Chinese, European, American, Japanese and Korean gasoline, truck power system quickly and easily.

Actually FCAR F3-G computer diagnostic tool is the only computer diagnostic tool that can test both gasoline and heavy duty trucks in one scanner. it includes F3-W and F3-D all functions.