VDO CONTISYS OBD - User manual

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ContiSys OBD
Quick Reference Guide
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English............................................... 6
Nederlands...................................... 14
Français........................................... 22
Deutsch ........................................... 30
Italiano............................................. 38
Português........................................ 46
Español ........................................... 54
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Contents
Quick Reference Guide
Introduction ............................................................... 4
ContiSys OBD Service Tool........................................ 6
Cable identification..................................................... 7
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English
Quick Reference Guide
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the
ContiSys OBD Service Tool.
This Quick Reference Guide will outline
the components of ContiSys OBD and
how to connect and use the service tool.
Before using this service tool refer to the
Operating Instructions on the enclosed
CD ROM.
Registration of service tool
To register the service tool, log on to
www.vdo.com/products_solutions/
cars/conti-sys
and select the Register / Contact tab.
Further support can be obtained by
calling [phone].
For product support via email please
send details of your query to:
[email protected]
Getting started
Connect the cable to the service tool and
secure the fixing screws.
Connect the service tool to the vehicle
via the diagnostic socket. Refer to the
Operating Instructions on the enclosed
CD-ROM and vehicle manufacturer's
information for the exact location of the
diagnostic socket.
Power for the service tool is provided by
the diagnostic socket. When connected
to the diagnostic socket, the service tool
will perform an internal self test and then
the screen will display the date of the
current software version.
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Overview
The kit includes:
1. Service tool
2. EOBD cable
3. Carry case
4. CD ROM containing the Operating
Instructions
5. EOBD pin-switchable cable
6. EU power supply
7. USB software update cable
Keypad
The service tool is operated via the 6-
button keypad.
The table below details the keypad
buttons and their functionality.
CON0016s
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
112
4
3
2
10
11 AL
D
C
B
I
J
K
Esc
Key Function
Select a menu option,
Continue or Yes.
Exit a menu or No.
Scroll up within a menu or
text.
Scroll down within a menu or
text.
Scroll left and right.
Provide context sensitive
help (where available).
Esc
CON0018s
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ContiSys OBD Service Tool
Introduction
The functions listed in the main menu are
dependent on the software version
loaded on the tool. For further details on
available functions, please visit
www.vdo.com/products_solutions/
cars/conti-sys
refer to the Operating Instructions on the
enclosed CD-ROM or contact Product
Support.
Connection
Connection to the specific system is via
either the vehicle's EOBD (J1962)
diagnostic socket or by a system specific
connector. Refer to the 'Vehicle
Application List' on the enclosed CD
ROM to determine the correct cable.
If using the EOBD (J1962) pin-switchable
cable (A2C59512072), ensure the
settings on the switch box correspond to
the settings listed for the vehicle and
system being tested.
WARNING: Incorrect settings on the
switch box may cause irreparable
damage to the vehicle’s electrical
system.
Connect the appropriate cable between
the service tool and the vehicle's
diagnostic connector. Once connected,
the current software version number is
displayed before displaying the main
menu.
Use the and keys to select the
required menu function. Press to
confirm the selection and then follow the
on-screen instructions.
If there is a connection problem, the
'Please Wait' screen will be replaced with
help screens.
Refer to the 'Operating Instructions' and
‘Vehicle Applications List’ on the
enclosed CD ROM for more detail.
Note: The latest version of the vehicle
application list can be downloaded from
http://www.vdo.com/downloads/
downloads.htm
A
B
C
D
EFG
H
I
J
K
L1
2
3
4
5
67
8
9
10
11
12
CON0017s
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Cable identification
Standard cables
A2C59512072 - EOBD cable (supplied with
ContiSys OBD).
A2C59512073 - EOBD Pin-switchable cable
(supplied with ContiSys OBD)
A2C59512076 - Updater cable (supplied with
ContiSys OBD)
Optional cables
A2C59512060 - VAG 2 x 2-pin cable
(optional)
A2C59512061 - PSA cable (optional)
A2C59512065 - Mercedes Sprinter cable
(optional)
CON0020s
CON0021s
112
4
3
2
10
11 AL
D
C
B
I
J
K
CON0097
CON0022s
CON0023s
CON0008
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A2C59512066 - Mercedes 38-pin cable
(optional)
A2C59512067 - BMW cable (optional)
A2C59512069 - Fiat/Alfa Romeo/Lancia
(optional)
A2C59512070 - Fiat/Alfa Romeo/Lancia (LS
CAN) (optional)
A2C59512664 - CAN converter cable
(optional)
CON0009
CON0024s
CON0025s
CON0026s
CON0027s
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