How to Display and Read Diagnostic Trouble Codes - ABS With Traction Control

On-Board Diagnostic Test New Generation Star (NGS) Tester Hook-Up Procedure

Note Make sure that ignition switch is at OFF.





1. Insert the vehicle interface module and program card into the Special Service Tool (SST) (NGS tester) control unit.
2. Plug the NGS OBDII adapter into the interface module and the connector into the vehicle Data Link Connector-2 (DLC-2) located under the dash to left of the steering shaft.
3. Plug the SST (NGS tester) power cable into the cigarette lighter or use a battery hook-up adapter.
4. Listen for a double beep. The SST (NGS tester) is now initialized. Begin the functional test of ABS/TCS.

Reading DTCs Procedure





1. Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection. Hook-up the SST (NGS tester) to the vehicle.





2. Move the cursor to VEHICLE AND ENGINE SELECTION.





3. Move the cursor to SELECT NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.





4. Move the cursor to 2000-VIN #10:Y. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
5. Move the cursor to appropriate model. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
6. The vehicle selection screen showing the selected vehicle will be displayed. Move the cursor to the vehicle selected. Press the trigger key.





7. Move the cursor to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK in the main menu screen. Press the trigger key to enter into menu system diagnostics.





8. Move the cursor to ABS-ANTI LOCK BRAKE MODULE. Press the trigger.





9. Move the cursor to DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
10. Move the cursor to READ/CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC TEST RESULTS. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
11. Press START.
12. If the system is normal, SYSTEM PASSED. (NO DTCS AVAILABLE) will be indicated. If any Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is indicated, follow the appropriate DTC troubleshooting chart.
13. After completion of repairs, clear DTCs.