Full Boar FBAST-100 User manual

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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AUTOMOTIVE
DIAGNOSTIC
SCANNER
• OBD2 CODE READER
•SUITS MOST VEHICLES
FROM 1996 ONWARDS
• READ & CLEAR
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE
CODES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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OBDII / EOBD
AUTO SCAN TOOL
OBD/EOBD Ready Test
Setup About
CHECK
Support: OBD2 Compliant vehicles
Input: 8 to 18V
Display: 2.0" TFT Colour screen (220 x 176 dpi)
Operating temp.: 0°C to 50°C
Storage temp.: -20°C to 70°C
Weight: 0.21 kg
SPECIFICATIONS - MODEL NO. FBAST-100
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1. TFT Colour screen
Indicates setup, scan, menu options 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
screen. In this case, the MIL lamp 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. Enter/exit button
Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu. Or returns to previous menu.
6. OBD2, 16-Pin connector
Connects the scan tool to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
7. Scroll button
Scrolls down through menu items.
8. Quick-test function button
Shortcut for four quick functions including I/M readiness status, read code, usual
datastream and all datastream.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................Page 02
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT...........................................Page 02
INTRODUCTION.......................................................Page 05
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................Page 06
GENERAL INFORMATION........................................Page 07
MENU........................................................................Page 10
OPERATION..............................................................Page 12
TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................Page 25
MAINTENANCE........................................................Page 26
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS....................................Page 27
CONTENTS...............................................................Page 27
WARRANTY...............................................................Page 28

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Congratulations on purchasing a Full Boar Automotive
Diagnostic Scanner. The Full Boar Automotive Diagnostic
Scanner FBAST-100 is designed for troubleshooting most
cars and light trucks from 1996 onwards.
Use this Automotive Diagnostic Scanner to diagnose
and erase faults relating to spark plugs, valves and many
more, whilst the live data feature allows for more precise
diagnosis of faults. Read and understand the Owner’s
Manual before operating the Automotive Diagnostic
Scanner. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
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- This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons unless supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
- Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur.
- Common sense and caution are factors that cannot be built into this product but must be
supplied by the operator.
- Wear safety eye protection that meets AS/NZS standards.
- Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.
- 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.
- Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean and well lit.
- Always lock up tools and keep them out of the reach of children.
- Do not expose OBD2 automotive diagnostic scanner to rain, snow or wet conditions.
- Keep the OBD2 automotive diagnostic scanner dry, clean and free from oil, water and
grease.
- Stay clear of hot engine and car parts.
- Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/chemical/electrical fires nearby.
- Use this product in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of this product for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
- This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
- Maintain labels and nameplates on the unit. These carry important safety information.
- Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running.
- Ensure automatic vehicles are in park with the hand brake engaged before starting the
engine.
- Ensure manual vehicles are in neutral with the hand brake engaged before starting the
engine.
- Put blocks on drive wheels and never leave car unattended while running tests.
- Road Safety Road Rules 2009 penalty code 2135, it is illegal to leave “motor vehicle
unattended with keys in ignition, motor running, brakes not secured or doors unlocked.
- 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
OBD2 Readiness monitors
An important part of a vehicle’s OBD2 system is the Readiness Monitors, which are
indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated
by the OBD2 system. They are running periodic tests on specific systems and
components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits.
Currently, there are eleven OBD2 Readiness Monitors (or I/M Monitors) defined by
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Not all monitors are supported by
all vehicles and the exact number of monitors in any vehicle depends on the motor
vehicle manufacturer’s emissions control strategy.
• Continuous monitors – Some of the vehicle components or systems are
continuously tested by the vehicle’s OBD2 system, while others are tested
only under specific vehicle operating conditions. The continuously monitored
components listed below are always ready:
1. Misfire
2. Fuel System
3. Comprehensive Components (CCM)
Once the vehicle is running, the OBD2 system is continuously checking the above
components, monitoring key engine sensors, watching for engine misfire, and
monitoring fuel demands.
• Non-continuous monitors – Unlike the continuous monitors, many emissions
and engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific
conditions before the monitor is ready. These monitors are termed non-continuous
monitors and are listed below:
1. EGR System 2. O2 Sensors
3. Catalyst 4. Evaporative System
5. O2 Sensor Heater 6. Secondary air
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GENERAL INFORMATION (cont.)
OBD2 Monitor readiness status
OBD2 systems must indicate whether or not the vehicle’s PCM’s monitor system
has completed testing on each component. Components that have been tested
will be reported as “Ready”, or “Complete”, meaning they have been tested by
the OBD2 system. The purpose of recording readiness status is to allow inspectors
to determine if the vehicle’s OBD2 system has tested all the components and/or
systems.
The power-train control module (PCM) sets a monitor to “Ready” or “Complete”
after an appropriate drive cycle has been performed. The drive cycle that enables
a monitor and sets readiness codes to “Ready” varies for each individual monitor.
Once a monitor is set as “Ready” or “Complete”, it will remain in this state. A
number of factors, including erasing of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) with a
scan tool or a disconnected battery, can result in Readiness Monitors being set
to “Not Ready”. Since the three continuous monitors are constantly evaluating,
they will be reported as “Ready” all of the time. If testing of a particular supported
noncontinuous monitor has not been completed, the monitor status will be
reported as “Not Complete” or “Not Ready”.
In order for the OBD monitor system to become ready, the vehicle should be
driven under normal operating conditions. These operating conditions may
include a mix of highway driving and stop and go, city type driving, and at least
one overnight-off period. For specific information on getting your vehicle’s OBD
monitor system ready, please consult your vehicle owner’s manual.
Audio tone
The audio tone could be configured according to the I/M Readiness Status. This
function is invaluable when working in bright areas where LED illumination alone is
not sufficient.
It is recommended to set the audio tone to Beep ON. For detailed setup
information, please refer to Key Beep Set in Menu Setup.
Note: The following audio tone description only works in Scan Tool mode.
Different audio tone with different LEDs will indicates different I/M Readiness
Status.
LED Audio Tone Beep Interval
Green LED Beep Off
Yellow LED Two short beeps 0.5 seconds
Red LED Two short beeps 0.5 seconds

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GENERAL INFORMATION (cont.)
OBD2 Definitions
• Power-train control module (PCM) – OBD2 terminology for the on-board
computer that controls engine and drive train.
• Malfunction indicator light (MIL) – Malfunction Indicator Light (Service Engine
Soon, Check Engine) is a term used for the light on the instrument panel. It is to
alert the driver and/or the repair technician that there is a problem with one or
more of vehicle’s systems and may cause emissions to exceed federal standards.
If the MIL illuminates with a steady light, it indicates that a problem has been
detected and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. Under certain
conditions, the dashboard light will blink or flash. This indicates a severe problem
and flashing is intended to discourage vehicle operation. The vehicle on-board
diagnostic system can not turn the MIL off until necessary repairs are completed or
the condition no longer exists.
• DTC – Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) that identify which section of the
emission control system has malfunctioned.
• Enabling criteria – Also termed Enabling Conditions. They are the vehicle-
specific events or conditions that must occur within the engine before the various
monitors will set, or run. Some monitors require the vehicle to follow a prescribed
“drive cycle” routine as part of the enabling criteria. Drive cycles vary among
vehicles and for each monitor in any particular vehicle.
• OBD2 Drive cycle – A specific mode of vehicle operation that provides
conditions required to set all the readiness monitors applicable to the vehicle to
the “ready” condition. The purpose of completing an OBD2 drive cycle is to force
the vehicle to run its onboard diagnostics. Some form of a drive cycle needs to
be performed after DTCs have been erased from the PCM’s memory or after the
battery has been disconnected. Running through a vehicle’s complete drive cycle
will set the readiness monitors so that future faults can be detected. Drive cycles
vary depending on the vehicle and the monitor that needs to be reset. For vehicle
specific drive cycle, consult the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
• Freeze frame data – When an emissions related fault occurs, the OBD2
system not only sets a code but also records a snapshot of the vehicle operating
parameters to help in identifying the problem. This set of values is referred to as
Freeze Frame Data and may include important engine parameters such as engine
RPM, vehicle speed, air flow, engine load, fuel pressure, fuel trim value, engine
coolant temperature, ignition timing advance, or closed loop status.

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KNOW YOUR PRODUCTMENU
WARNING! Read and understand the warnings before setup.
The Automotive Diagnostic Scanner is used to check engine of most OBD2
compliant vehicles from 1996 onwards with standard sized 16-Pin Data Link
Connector (DLC).
Your DLC is usually located near centre under the instrument panel (dash), under
or around the driver’s side of most vehicles
(fig. 1). Do not force OBD2 Connector into the
DLC, ensure the connector is in the correct
orientation to the DLC to avoid damaging the
pins.
Note: Refer to your vehicle’s service manual
for the location if the DLC cannot be found.
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Function description
• Dual-system diagnostic, optional engine and transmission.
• Quickly indicate engine faults, with green / yellow / red LED indicators as fault
lights.
• Read and clear the engine fault code and view Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)
definitions.
• Display of sensor data stream information such as vehicle revolutions per minute
(rpm), engine coolant temperature in real time.
• View freeze frame data and I/M (readiness monitor status information.
• Read vehicle information:
vehicle identification number (VIN).
calibration identification numbers (CINs).
calibration verification number (CVNs).
• Multi-language.