Vident Ilink300 pro User manual

iLink300 PRO Scan Tool

USER MANUAL

SHENZHEN VIDENT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD

General Notice

For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the equipment

and vehicles, read this manual thoroughly before operating your scan tool. The safety

messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the

operator to exercise extreme care when using this device. Always refer to and follow

safety messages and test procedures provided by vehicle manufacturer. Read,

understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual.

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. 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.

We warrants to its customers that this product will be free from all defects in materials and

workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, subject to

the following terms and conditions:

1) The sole responsibility of our company under the Warranty is limited to either the repair

or, at the option of our company, replacement of the scan tool at no charge with Proof of

Purchase. The sales receipt may be used for this purpose.

2) This warranty does not apply to damages caused by improper use, accident, ﬂood,

lightning, or if the product was altered or repaired.

3) We shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the

use, misuse, or mounting of the scan tool. Some states do not allow limitations on how

long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Warranty and Service Limited One Year Warranty

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

1.1 Tool Descriptions

1.2 Accessory Included

1.3 Speciﬁcations

1.4 Preparation &Connections

1.4.1 Preparation

1.4.2 Connecting to Vehicle

1.5 System Setup

1.5.1 Select Language

1.5.2 Unit of Measure

1.5.3 Beeper set

1.5.4 Key Test

1.5.5 LCD Test

1.5.6 About

1.5.7 Conﬁgure Shortcut Keys

2 Diagnostic Operations

2.1 Vehicle Identiﬁcation

2.1.1 Automatic VIN Acquisition

2.1.2 Manual VIN Entry

2.2 System Selection

2.2.1 Auto Scan

2.2.2 Control Unit

2.3 Diagnostic Function

2.3.1 Read Codes

2.3.2 Erase Codes

2.3.3 Freeze Frame Data

2.3.4 ECU Information

2.3.5 Live Data

2.3.5.1 Complete Data List

2.3.5.2 Custom Data List

2.3.6 Special Functions(&Active Test)

3 Common Special Services/Functions

3.1 Oil Light Service/Reset

3.2 ABS Bleeding

3.3 Battery Matching

3.4 Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Service

3.5 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration

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3.6 TPS(Throttle Body Alignment)

3.7 Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration

3.8 TPMS Adaptation

3.9 Immobilizer

3.10 Injector Coding

3.11 Gear Learning

3.12 Suspension Match

3.13 Sunroof Initialization

3.14 Gearbox Match

3.15 Odometer Calibration

3.16 AFS (Adaptive Front Lighting System)

4 OBDII/EOBD Diagnostics

4.1 Read Codes

4.2 Erase Codes

4.3 Live Data

4.3.1 View Data

4.3.1.1 Complete Data Set

4.3.1.2 Custom Data List

4.3.2 Record Data

4.3.3 Playback Data

4.4 View Freeze Frame

4.5 Read I/M Readiness Status Data

4.6 O2 Monitor Test

4.7 On-Board Monitor Test

4.8 Component Test

4.9 Request Vehicle Information

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6. Software Update and Printing

6.1 Registration part 1 - Create an account

6.2 Registration part 2 - Add your tool to the account

6.3 Updating your tool

6.4 Renewals

6.5 Printing Data

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iLink300 PRO is professional level diagnostic handheld tools, oﬀering

diﬀerent features in vehicle systems diagnostics for a vast array of car

manufacturers.

1.1 Tool Descriptions

This section illustrates external features, ports and connectors of the scan

tool.

1. LCD Screen - to display the software.

2. Diagnostic Connector - to connect to vehicle’s DLC.

3,4,5 Function Keys / Shortcut keys - three keys that correspond with

“buttons” on some screens for executing commands or provide quick access

to most frequently used applications.

6. HELP Key - provide tips for diagnosis or for the tool itself.

7. ESC Key - to returns to previous screen.

8,9,10,11 Selection Key - to select an option or scroll through a screen of

data or text

12. OK Key - to conﬁrm the current operation.

13. Reset Key - Press and hold for 5 seconds for emergency reboots.

14. TF Card Port - holds the TF memory card for data backup and software

update.

1 Getting Started

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1.2 Accessory Included

1) Scan tool

2) Diagnostic Cable

3) User Manual - instruction on tool operations.

4) Password Paper - provides serial no and password of each tool.

5) Memory Card - Used to store data and to upgrade the scan tool. 

6) Blow molding case - stores the scan tool and its accessories.

7) Card Reader - Used to download software with SD card.

1.3 Speciﬁcations

Display: Backlit, 2.8” TFT color display

Working Temperature: 0 to 60 ℃ (32 to 140℉)

Storage Temperature: -20 to 70℃ (-4 to 158℉)

Power Supply: 8-18V vehicle power, 12V AC/DC power

Tool Dimensions: 146*92*29mm (L*W*H)

Gross Weight: 570g

Protocols: ISO15765(CANBUS 11bit&29bit TP16,TP20,UDS,FIAT

CAN,VOLVOCAN),ISO14230(KWP2000),ISO91412,J1850VPW,J1850PW

M,KWP1281,KWP2089,KW81,KW82,ALDL,SCI,DSI,DSII,LUCAS,MELCO,

BENIX, ISO7800,SIMENMS_ISO1,SIMENMS_ISO2

1.4 Preparation &Connections

1.4.1 Preparation

– Turn the vehicle ignition to ON position.

– Vehicle battery voltage should be 9~14 volts

– Throttle should be on a closed position.

1.4.2 Connecting to Vehicle

1.Locate the data link connector (DLC). The DLC is generally a standard

16 -pin connector located 12 inches from the center of the steering wheel,

For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the

equipment and vehicles, read this manual thoroughly before operating your

scan tool. The safety messages presented below and throughout this user

s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme care when using

this device. Always refer to and follow safety messages and test procedures

provided by vehicle manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all safety

messages and instructions in this manual.

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under or around the driver’s side.

2.Plug the diagnostic cable into the vehicle DLC socket.

3.The scan tool automatically boots up.

1.5 System Setup

The System Setup functions allow you to adjust default settings and view

information about the scan tool. Options are :

Language

Unit

Beep Set

Key Test

LCD Test

About

Shortcuts

Data Record

1.5.1 Select Language

English is the default language.

1.Select Language from Setup menu and press the OK key.

2.Press the LEFT/RIGHT arrow key select a language and press the

OK key to conﬁrm.

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1.5.2 Unit of Measure

To change the unit setup:

1.Select Units from Setup

menu and press the OK key.

2.Press the LEFT/RIGHT

arrow key select an item and

press the OK key to save and

return.

1.5.3 Beeper set

The default setting is Beep on.

1.Select Beep Set from Setup

menu and press the OK key.

2.Press the LEFT/RIGHT

arrow key to set the beep on or

oﬀ and press the OK key to

save.

1.5.4 Key Test

This function checks if the keys are working properly.

1.Select Key Test from Setup

menu and press the OK key.

2.Press any key to start test. The

virtue key corresponding with the

key you pressed will be

highlighted on the screen if it

works correctly. Otherwise, the

key is not functioning properly.

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3.Click the F2 function key twice to exit.

1.5.5 LCD Test

LCD test checks if the LCD is working properly.

1.Select LCD Test from Setup menu and press the OK key to start test.

Check if there are any missing spots in the LCD screen.

2.When completed, press the ECS key to exit

1.5.6 About

Selecting Setup>About option opens a screen that show information

about your scan tool, such as serial number and register password which

may be required for product registration.

Product Serial Number

4000315005378

Register password:0016b3

Co., Ltd

www. vide nttec h.co m

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1.5.7 Shortcuts

Selecting Shortcuts option lets you

to change the functionality of the

shortcut buttons.

To assign a function to a shortcut

button:

1.Select Shortcuts from Setup

menu and press the OK key. A

screen with available shortcut

keys displays.

2.Press the UP/DOWN arrow key select an shortcut key and press the

OK key.

3.Scroll with the UP/DOWN arrow keys to highlight an application and

press the OK key to assign the application to the shortcut key.

1.5.8 Data Record

Selecting Data Record option lets users collect diagnostic data from

vehicles, the record data is help to collect vehicle communication failed

factors.

2 Diagnostic Operations

This section illustrates how to use the scanner to read and clear diagnostic

trouble codes, and view “live” data readings and ECU information on control

modules installed on the vehicles and also save “recordings” of the data

readings.

Following applications are preloaded into the scanner:

·OBDII/EOBD – OBDII/EOBD diagnosis for all 9 generic OBD modes.

·Vehicle Brand – All System diagnosis on multi-brands.

·Setup – Basic tool setting.

·Playback – To access saved diagnostic data.

·Oil Light Service/Reset – Reset oil service light, oil inspection light,

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service mileage, service intervals and more.

·EPB - Diagnosis and advanced service function of the electric parking

brake system

·BRT - Battery conﬁguration

·DPF - Diesel particulate ﬁlter regeneration

·TBA/TPS - Throttle body alignment

·TPMS - Tire Pressure Measuring Sensor Reset

·SAS - Steering angle sensor calibration

·AFS - Adaptive Front Lighting System

·SRS - Supplemental Restraint System

·ABS - Anti-Block Brake System

·Sunroof Initialization

·Suspension Match

·Gearbox Match

·ABS Bleed

·Gear Learning

·Immobilizer Programming

·Odometer Calibration

·Injector Coding

(Those maintenance functions are varied from vehicles, the ﬁnal functions

are subject to vehicle brands.)

2.1 Vehicle Identiﬁcation

The vehicle identiﬁcation information presented is provided by the ECM of

the vehicle being tested. Therefore, certain attributes of the test vehicle must

be entered into the scan tool to ensure the data displays correctly. The

vehicle identiﬁcation sequence is menu driven, you simply follow the screen

prompts and make a series of choices. Each selection you make advances

you to the next screen.

It typically identiﬁes a vehicle by any of the following means, The options

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available vary by vehicle manufacturer, not all the following options are

available for all vehicles.

·Manual vehicle selection

·Vehicle data recorder

2.1.1 Manual Vehicle Selection

Manual Vehicle Selection identiﬁes a vehicle by making several

selections according to certain VIN characters, such as sub-brand, model

year, and engine size.

1.On each screen that appears, select the correct option and then

press the OK key. Follow the on-screen prompts until the menu of controller

selection displays.

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2.1.2 Save a Tested Vehicle Info.

The scan tool is able to save a tested vehicle by creating a Vehicle

Record. It provides quick identiﬁcation of previously tested

vehicle(s).

1.Identify the vehicle by

any of the means

above, and run an

automatic system test

by selecting Auto

Scan.

2.When the test ﬁnished,

press the function key

Save on the screen,

and a screen with a

virtual keyboard

displays.

3.Enter a unique name

for this vehicle and

save it, and you will

see this new vehicle in

Vehicle Data Recorder

menu.

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To identify a previously

tested vehicle:

1.Select Vehicle record

and press the OK key to

start.

2.Select the vehicle under test and press the OK key.

2.2 System Selection

When you have completed the identiﬁcation of vehicle, a menu for

selecting systems to test displays. Menu options typically are

● Auto Scan

● Control Unit

2.2.1 Auto Scan

Auto Scan performs an automatic system test to determine which

control modules are installed on the vehicle and obtain diagnostic

trouble codes (DTCs) overview.

1. Select Auto Scan from the menu and press OK to start.

2.When auto scan ﬁnishes, a menu with a list of installed

controllers together with their DTC overview displays.

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3.If there is diagnostic trouble code(s) detected in a control unit,

press the function key corresponding with Display DTC on the

screen to view details of code information, and press the function

key Quick Erase to clear them.

4.Select the system you would like to test, and press the OK key.

When the scan tool has established connection with the vehicle,

the Function Menu displays.

2.2.2 Control Unit

Control Unit screen displays all controllers available to this speciﬁc

vehicle manufacturer.

Select Control Unit from the menu and press the OK key. A controller

menu displays.

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2.Select the system you would like to test. When the scan tool has

established connection with the vehicle, the Function Menu displays.

2.3 Diagnostic Function

After a system is selected and the scan tool establishes communication with

the vehicle, the Function Menu displays. Typically the menu options are

Read Codes Erase Codes

Freeze Frame ECU Information

Live Data Special function

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2.3.1 Read Codes

Read Codes menu lets you read trouble codes found in the control unit.

Typical menu options include:

Present/Permanent/Current Codes

History Codes

Present/Permanent/Current codes stored in a control module are used to

help identify the cause of a trouble or troubles with a vehicle. These codes

have occurred a speciﬁc number of times and indicate a problem that

requires repair.

History codes are also referred to as past codes that indicate intermittent

DTCs that are not currently active.

1.Select Read Codes from Function Menu and press the OK key. A

code list including code

number and its description

displays.

2.Use the up and down arrow

keys to scroll through data to

select lines, and left and right

arrow keys to scroll back and

forth through diﬀerent screens

of data.

2.3.2 Erase Codes

Erase Codes menu lets you to clear all current and stored DTCs from a

selected control module. Also it erases all temporary ECU information,

including freeze frame. Erase Codes does not ﬁx the problem that caused

the fault! DTCs should only be erased after correcting the condition(s) that

caused them.

1. Select Erase Codes from Function Menu and press the OK key.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.

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2.3.3 Freeze Frame Data

Freeze Frame Data menu displays freeze frame data, a snapshot of

critical vehicle operating conditions automatically recorded by the on-

board computer at the time of the DTC set. It is a good function to help

determine what caused the fault.

2.3.4 ECU Information

ECU Information screen displays the identiﬁcation data of the control

module under test, such as the control module identiﬁcation string and the

control module coding.

1.Select ECU Information from the menu and press the OK key.

2.A screen with detailed information of the selected control module

displays.

2.3.5 Live Data

Live Data menu lets you view and record real time PID data from a

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selected vehicle electronic control module.

Menu options typically include:

Complete Data List

Custom Data List

2.3.5.1 Complete Data List

Complete Data List menu lets you view all live PID data from a

selected system.

1.Scroll with the up and down

arrow keys to highlight a line, if

the One Graphic on the bottom

is highlighted, it indicates

graphing is available for the

selected line. Press the

function key One Graphic to

display the PID graph

2.Press the function key Two

Graphics to display two PID

graphs in one screen.

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3.Press the function key Merge

Graph to display two PID plots in

one coordinate for easy and

intuitive diagnosis.

4.To record the data to memory of the scan tool, use the function key

SAVE, and press Stop Saving to stop recording at any time.

5.Press Text to return to text viewing of PID data.

6.Select Pause to suspend collecting data from the scan tool and use

the Start key to resume collecting data.

7.Press the ECS key to return to the previous menu.

2.3.5.2 Custom Data List

Custom Data List menu lets you to minimize the number of PIDs

on the data list and focus on any suspicious or symptom-speciﬁc

data parameters.

1.Select Custom List from the

menu and press the OK key.

The custom data stream

selection screen displays.

Scroll with the up and down

arrow keys to highlight a line,

press the OK key and then

repeat the action to make

more selections.

2.When ﬁnished selection, use the function key VIEW DATA to display

selected items.

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