Autel AutoLink AL529 User manual

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limited to the product specifications, functions, and illustrations.
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economic consequential damages (including lost profits).
IMPORTANT
Before operating or maintaining this unit, please read this manual carefully,
paying extra attention to the safety warnings and precautions.
For Services and Support:
http://pro.autel.com
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1-855-288-3587/1-855-AUTELUS (North America)
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[e-mail]
For details, please refer to the Service and Support section in this manual.

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Safety Precautions and Warnings
To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the scan tool, read
this instruction manual first and observe the following safety precautions at a
minimum whenever working on a vehicle:
Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.
Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards.
Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from all
moving or hot engine parts.
Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated work area: Exhaust gases are
poisonous.
Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle
unattended while running tests.
Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil, distributor
cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components create
hazardous voltages when the engine is running.
Put the transmission in PARK(for automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL
(for manual transmission) and make sure the parking brake is engaged.
Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/chemical/ electrical fires
nearby.
Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on
or the engine is running.
Keep the scan tool dry, clean, free from oil/water or grease. Use a mild
detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the scan tool, when
necessary.

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CONTENTS
1USING THIS MANUAL............................................................................. 1
CONVENTIONS ........................................................................................... 1
2USING THE SCAN TOOL........................................................................ 3
TOOL DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 3
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................... 4
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ............................................................................. 5
NAVIGATION CHARACTERS........................................................................... 5
KEYBOARD ................................................................................................ 5
POWER..................................................................................................... 5
DTCLOOKUP ............................................................................................ 6
SYSTEM SETUP.......................................................................................... 7
ABOUT.....................................................................................................18
VEHICLE COVERAGE ..................................................................................19
PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................19
3PLAYBACK ............................................................................................21
REVIEW DATA...........................................................................................21
PRINT DATA..............................................................................................22
4OBDII DIAGNOSTICS.............................................................................24
READ CODES............................................................................................26
ERASE CODES ..........................................................................................28
LIVE DATA................................................................................................29
VIEW FREEZE FRAME DATA.........................................................................38
RETRIEVE I/MREADINESS STATUS...............................................................39
O2MONITOR TEST ....................................................................................44
ON-BOARD MONITOR TEST.........................................................................46
COMPONENT TEST.....................................................................................48
VIEW VEHICLE INFORMATION .......................................................................49
MODULES PRESENT...................................................................................51
CODE BREAKER ........................................................................................51
5READY TEST.........................................................................................53

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GENERAL INFORMATION..............................................................................53
READY TEST APPLICATION ..........................................................................54
LEDAND TONE INTERPRETATION.................................................................56
6COMPLIANCE INFORMATION...............................................................58
7WARRANTY AND SERVICE...................................................................60
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ...................................................................60
SERVICE AND SUPPORT..............................................................................61

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1 Using This Manual
This manual contains device usage instructions.
Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional
equipment that are not included in your system. Contact your sales
representative for availability of other modules and optional tools or
accessories.
Conventions
The following conventions are used.
Bold Text
Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu
options.
Example:
Tap OK.
Notes and Important Messages
Notes
A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips,
and comments.
Example:
NOTE
New batteries reach full capacity after approximately 3 to 5 charging and
discharging cycles.
Important
IMPORTANTindicates a situationwhich, ifnot avoided,mayresult in damage
to the test equipment or vehicle.
Example:

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IMPORTANT
Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Replace
damaged cables immediately.
Hyperlink
Hyperlinks or links that take you to other related articles, procedures, and
illustrations are active in electronic documents. Blue italic text indicates a
selectable hyperlink and blue underlined text indicates a website link or an
email address link.
Illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are samples, and the actual testing screen
may vary for each vehicle being tested. Observe the menu titles and on-
screen instructions to make correct option selection.

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2 Using the Scan Tool
Tool Description
Figure 2-1 Product View
1) LCD DISPLAY –displays menus and test results.
2) RED LED –indicates there is a problem in one or more of the
vehicle’s systems. The red LED is also used to show that DTCs are
present. DTCs are shown on the Scan Tool’s display. In this case, the
MIL on the vehicle’s instrument panel will light steady on.
3) YELLOW LED –indicates there is a possible problem. A “Pending”
DTC is present and/or some of the vehicle’s emission monitors have not
run their diagnostic testing.
4) GREEN LED –indicates that engine systems are running normally
(The number of monitors on the vehicle which are active and performing
their diagnostic testing is in the allowed limit, and no DTCs are present).
5) ONE-CLICK I/M READINESS KEY –quick-checks StateEmissions
readiness and drive cycle verification.
6) HELP BUTTON –provides help information and Code Breaker
function.

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7) ESC BUTTON –cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or
returns to the previous screen.
8) LEFT SCROLL BUTTON –when look up DTC definitions, moves to
previous character and views additional information on previous screens
if DTC definition covers more than one screen; deselect all marked PID
data when viewing or recording customized live data list; views previous
frames of recorded data when playing back live data. It is also used to
update DTC library when pressed.
9) UP SCROLL BUTTON –moves up through menu and submenu
items in menu mode. When more than one screen of data is retrieved,
moves up through the current screen to the previous screens for
additional data.
10) RIGHT SCROLL BUTTON –when look up DTC definitions, moves
to next character and view additional information on next screens if DTC
definitioncoversmorethanonescreen; selects/deselects PIDdata when
viewing or recording customized live data list, and views next frames of
data when playing back live data.
11) OK BUTTON –confirms a selection (or action) from a menu.
12) DOWN SCROLL BUTTON –moves down through menu and
submenu items in menu mode. When more than one screen of data is
retrieved, moves down through the current screen to next screens for
additional data.
13) OBD II CONNECTOR –connectsthescantool to the vehicle’s Data Link
Connector (DLC).
14) USB CONNECTOR –connects the scan tool to the PC for printing and
upgrading.
Specifications
Table 2-1 Specifications
Item
Description
Display
2.8-inch LCD (320x240 dpi)
Connectivity
USB mini 2.0
OBD II DB15
Operating Temp.
0℃to 60 ℃(32℉to 140℉)

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Item
Description
Storage Temp.
-20℃to 70 ℃(-1℉to 158℉)
External Power
8.0 to 18.0V power provided via vehicle
battery
Dimensions (LxWxH)
183 mm (7.2”) x 91 mm (3.58”) x 33 mm (1.3”)
Weight
237 g (0.522 lb.)
Accessories Included
1) User Manual –instructions on tool operations.
2) Quick Guide –instructions on tool registration and update.
3) OBD II Cable –provides power to tool and communicates between tool
and vehicle.
4) USB Cable –used to upgrade the scan tool, and to print retrieved data.
Navigation Characters
Characters used to help navigate the scan tool are:
1) $–identifies the control module number from which data is retrieved.
Indicates the Test ID in On-Board Mon. Test.
2) ? –indicates help or code breaker information is available.
3) G –indicates graphic viewing is available.
Keyboard
No solvents such as alcohol are allowed to clean the keypad or display. Use
a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. Do not soak the keypad
as the keypad is not waterproof.
Power
The scan tool is powered via the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC). Follow
the steps below to turn on the scan tool:

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1) Connect the OBD II Cable to scan tool.
2) Find DLC on vehicle.
A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to
remove it before plugging the OBD II cable.
3) Plug OBD II cable to the vehicle’s DLC.
DTC Lookup
The DTC Lookup function is used to search for definitions of DTCs stored in
the DTC library and for code breaker information.
1) From Main Screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT
scroll button to select DTC Lookup and press the OK button.
Figure 2-2 Main Menu
2) From DTC Lookup screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT button to move to the
desired character, use the UP/DOWN button to change selected
digit/character and press the OK button to confirm.
Figure 2-3 Sample DTC Lookup Screen
3) View the DTC definition on screen. When DTC definition covers more
than one screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT button or UP/DOWN button to
view additional information on previous/next screens.

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If retrieved DTCs contain any manufacturer specific codes, the
AutoVINfunction embedded in thistool will automatically display the
definition of the code.
If definition could not be found, the scan tool displays “Please refer
to vehicle service manual!”
For code breaker information, you need to press the “?” Help button.
In the Code Breaker screen, there are three options to assist user to
understand DTC more: System Description and Quick Check to read
detailed description of DTCs, General Notes to view helpful repair
information of DTCs.
4) To view previous or next DTC in the built-in DTC library, use the
LEFT/RIGHT button.
5) To enter another DTC, press the ESC button toreturntopreviousscreen.
6) To exit to Main Screen, press the ESC button.
System Setup
The scan tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings:
1) Language:Selects the desired language.
2) Configure Monitors: Sets the monitors you want to test.
3) Unit of measure: Sets the unit of measure to English or Metric.
4) Key Beep Set:Turns on/off beep.
5) Status Beep Set:Turns on/off the I/M Readiness Status beep.
6) Tool Self-test: Checks if the LCD display, LED lamps and keyboard are
working normally.
7) Update Mode:Accesses the Update Mode.
8) Vehicle Info Show Set: Turn on/off the Vehicle Info display.
Settings of the unit will remain until change to the existing settings is
made.

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To enter the Setup menu
From the Main Screen:Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT
scroll button toselect Setup, and press theOKbutton. Followtheinstructions
to make adjustments and settings as described in the above setup options.
Figure 2-4 Sample System Setup Screen
Language
English is the default language.
1) From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Language, and press the OK button.
2) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the desired language and
presstheOKbuttonto saveyour selection and returnto previous screen.
Figure 2-5 Sample Language Screen
Configure Monitors
From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Configure Monitors, and press the OK button.

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Figure 2-6 Sample Configure Monitors Screen
In this menu, you could configure the monitors required to test spark ignition
and compression ignition, the number of monitors to pass diagnosis, and
restore the default settings.
Spark IGN Required Monitors
From Configure Monitors screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Spark IGN Required Monitors, and press the OK button.
The monitors for spark ignition engines list as below.
Table 2-2
Spark IGN Required Monitors
√
MIS
√
EVAP
√
FUEL
√
AIR
√
CCM
√
O2S
√
CAT
√
HTR
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HCAT
√
EGR
Compression IGN Required Monitors
From Configure Monitors screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Compression IGN Required Monitors, and press the OK button.
The monitors for compression ignition engines list as below.

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Table 2-3
Compression IGN Required Monitors
√
MIS
√
BP
√
FUEL
√
EGS
√
CCM
√
PM
√
HCCAT
√
EGR
√
NCAT
Allowed INC Monitors
From Configure Monitors screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Allowed INC Monitors, and press the OK button.
Emissions tests vary depending on the geographic or regional area in which
the vehicle is registered. So the scan tool provides a more flexible way to
meet different standards, which allows the user to select 0, 1, 2, or 3 “not
complete”monitors in test.
Reset Factory Default
From Configure Monitors screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Reset Factory Default, and press the OK button.
It will restore the default configuration settings in the Configure Monitors
menu,and delete any customized settings. In this case, Spark IGN Required
Monitors and Compression IGN Required Monitors will include all the
available monitors, and the Allowed INC Monitors will be set to 1.
The tool will display an information message to ask for your confirmation.
Select Yes to proceed and No to exit without change.
Unit of Measure
Metric is the default measurement unit.
1) From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Unit of Measure and press the OK button.
2) From Unit of Measure screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
the desired unit of measurement.

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Figure 2-7 Sample Unit of Measure Screen
3) Press the OK button to saveyour selection and return to previous menu.
Key Beep Set
This function allows you to turn on/off the build-in speaker for key pressing.
The default setting is Beep On.
1) From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Key Beep Set and press the OK button.
2) From Key Beep Set menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Beep ON or Beep OFF to turn on/off the beep.
Figure 2-8 Sample Key Beep Set Screen
3) Press the OK button to save your selection and return to previous menu.
Status Beep Set
The default setting is Beep On.
This function allows you to turn on/off the build-in speaker for the LEDs in
diagnostic testing. Different audio tone corresponds to different LED lamp.
This function is invaluable when performing diagnostics alone, or working in
bright areas where LED illumination alone is not sufficient.

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1) From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Status Beep Set and press the OK button.
2) From Status Beep Set menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Beep ON or Beep OFF to turn on/off the beep.
Figure 2-9 Sample Status Beep Set Screen
3) Press the OK button to save your selection and return to previous menu.
Tool Self-test
The Tool Self-test function checks if the display, LED lamps and keyboard
are working properly.
Display test
The Display Test function checks if the LCD display is working normally.
1) From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select
Tool Self-test, and press the OK button.
2) Select Display Test from Tool Self-test menu and press the OK button
to start test.
Figure 2-10 Sample Tool Self-test Screen

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3) Look for missing spots in the red, green, blue, black and white LCD
display.
4) When completed, press the ESC button to exit.
Keyboard Test
The Keyboard Test function verifies if the keys are functioning properly.
1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Keyboard Test from the Tool
Self-test menu, and then press the OK button.
2) Press any key to start test. When you press a key, the key name should
be observed on the display. If the key name does not show up, then the
key is not functioning properly.
Figure 2-11 Sample Keyboard Test Screen
3) Double press ESC to return to previous menu.
LED Test
The LED Test function verifies if the I/M Readiness LED indicator lamps are
functioning properly.
1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select LED Test from the Tool Self-
test menu, and then press the OK button.
2) In the LED Test menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select one or
more LED lamps to check. The LED should turn on or off according to
the selected commands.

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Figure 2-12 Sample LED Self-test Screen
3) When completed, press the ESC button to exit.
Update Mode
This function allows youto update the scantool software through aWindows-
based computer.
To update your scan tool, you need the following items.
AutoLinkAL529
A Windows-based computer or laptop with USB ports
A USB cable
Register the Tool
You would update the scan tool ONLY after you had registered the tool on
our website: www.autel.com. Then you could download software, update
online, retrieve information and get warranty service.
NOTE
Prior to registration, please confirm your network is working properly.
1. Visit the website http://pro.autel.com.
2. If you already have an Autel account, Sign In with your account ID and
password.
3. If you are a new member to Autel, click on the Create Autel ID button on
the left side to create an ID.
4. Enter the required information in the input fields, and click the Get
Verification Code button to get a verification code for email validation.
5. The online system will automatically send a verification code to the

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registered email address. Input the codein the Verification code field and
complete other required fields. Read through Autel’s Terms and
Conditions and click on Agree, and then click Create Autel ID at the
bottom. A product registration screen will display.
6. The device’s serial number and password is located in the About section
of the Settings application on the tool.
7. Select your product model, enter the product serial number and
password on the Product Registration screen, and click Submit to
complete the registration procedure.
Update Procedure
Autel frequently releases software updates that you can download. The
Update feature makes it very easy to determine and get exactly what you
need.
Connect the device with aWindows-based computer using the included USB
cable.
Follow the update procedure to finish updating.
1. Download the Maxi PC Suite from www.autel.com > Support &
Updates > Firmware & Downloads > Update Client, and install to your
Windows-based computer.
2. Run the Maxi PC Suite. Wait for the Log In window to pop up.
Figure 2-13 Sample Log In Window
3. Connect the scantool to your computer throughthe USB cable provided.
4. From System Setup screen in scan tool, select Update Mode, and
press the OK button.

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5. Enter your Autel ID and password and wait for the Update window to
display. If you forget your password, you may click the [Forget
Password?] to link to our website and find your password back. Or you
may click Sign up to create an Autel ID to continue.
6. Select the product type and serial number, click OK to continue.
7. In the Update window, select the items you want to install. Usually, all
available updates should be installed.
Figure 2-14 Sample Update Window
Generally, there are two ways to update programs:
Batch Update
1. Select the programs that you would update by clicking on the check
boxes next to those items. Then click the Update All button on the right
bottom of screen Click the Clear All button will reselect the items you
want to update.
2. Or, click on the Select All checkbox on the left bottom of screen and all
updatable items will beselected automatically. Then click the Update All
button on the right side of screen.
3. When the downloading is completed, the downloaded programs will be
installed automatically. The new version will replace the old version.
Single Update
1. Find out the desired updating item and click the Update button in the
same line.
2. When the downloading is completed, the downloaded program will be
installed automatically. The new version will replace the old version.