AUTOPHIX OM129 Pro 6V 12V Car Battery Tester 100-2000 CCA Battery Load Tester User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- AUTOPHIX
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OM129 Pro 6V 12V Car Battery Tester 100-2000 CCA Battery Load Tester
User Manual
OM129 Pro 6V 12V Car Battery Tester 100-2000 CCA Battery Load Tester
Safety Precautions and Warnings
To avoid injury or damage to the vehicle and/or scan tool, first read this manual and observe the following safety precautions when working on a vehicle:
- Always perform vehicle tests in a safe environment.
- Do not attempt to operate or observe the unit while driving a vehicle.
- Operating or observing the device distracts to the driver and may result in a fatal accident.
- Wear safety glasses that meet the standards of ANSI.
- Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from all moving or hot engine parts.
- Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated area: Exhaust fumes are toxic. Place blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while performing tests.
- Use extreme caution when working near the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components generate dangerous voltages when the engine is running.
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby that is suitable for gasoline, chemical, and electrical fires.
- Keep the scan tool dry, clean, and free of oil/water or grease. If necessary, use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the scan tool
General Information
2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Il
The first generation of On-Board Diagnostics (called OBD I) was developed by
the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and implemented in 1988 to monitor
some of the emission control components on vehicles. As technology evolved and
the desire to improve the On-Board Diagnostic system increased, a new
generation of On-Board Diagnostic system was developed. This second generation
of On-Board Diagnostic regulations is called “OBD II”.
The OBD II system is designed to monitor emission control systems and key
engine components by performing either continuous or periodic tests of
specific components and vehicle conditions. When a problem is detected, the
OBD II system turns on a warning lamp (MIL) on the vehicle instrument panel to
alert the driver typically by the phrase “Check Engine’ or “Service Engine
Soon’. The system will also store important information about the detected
malfunction so that a technician can accurately find and fix the problem. Here
below follow three pieces of such valuable Information:
- Whether the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is commanded ‘on’ or ‘Off;
- Which, if any, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are stored;
- Readiness Monitor status.
2.2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
CBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes are codes that are stored by the on-board
computer diagnostic system in response to a problem found in the vehicle.
These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide you
with a guide as to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle. OBD Il
Diagnostic Trouble Codes consist of a five-digit alphanumeric code. The first
character, a letter, identifies which control system sets the code. The other
four characters, all numbers, provide additional information on where the DTC
originated and the operating conditions that caused it to be set. Below is an
example to illustrate the structure of the digits:
Figure 1-2: Explanation of a diagnostic trouble code.
2.3 Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC)
The DLC (Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector) is the standardized
16-pin connector where diagnostic scan tools interface with the vehicle’s on-
board computer. The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the
instrument panel (dash), under or around the driver’s side for most vehicles.
If the Data Link Connector is not located under the dashboard, a label should
be there revealing its location. For some Asian and European vehicles, the DLC
is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the
connector. If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle’s service manual
for the location.
Figure 1-3: The DLC connector (left) can be found in the area of the car
interior seen at right (black arrow).
Using the Scan Tool
3.1 Tool Description – Autophix OM129 Pro
- OBDII Connector- Connect the tool to the vehicle’s Data Link onnector(DLC).
- ENTER BUTTON- Confirm a selection (or action) from a menu.
- EXIT BUTTON- Cancel a selection (or action) from a menu or returns to the menu.
- UP BUTTON – Moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode.
- DOWN BUTTON- Moves down through menu and submenu items in enu mode.
- LEFT BUTTON- When looking up datastream, if the datastream display more than one screen, or turn page up or down when more than one page is displayed.
- RIGHT BUTTON- When looking up datastream, if the datastream display more than one screen, or tum page up or down when more than one page is displayed.
- HELP BUTTON- Provides help information ,Press the help button will obtain more the fault code explanation.
- “I/M” BUTTON- Quick State Emissions readiness check and drive cycle verification.
Remarks:
MIL Yellow- Dashboard MIL ON
MIL Gray-Dashboard MIL OFF
not support
** complete
x -not complete
3.2 Specifications**
- Display: 2.8” TFT 262K true color
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140 °F)
- Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)
- External Power: 8 to 18 V power provided via vehicle battery
3.3 Accessories Included
- User’s Manual — Instructions on tool operations.
- USB cable – Used to upgrade the scan tool.
- Connection cable and clamps
3.4 VM
Asnapshot of the emission systems operations for all OBD II vehicles – i.e.,
misfire monitor, evap systems monitor and more. Choose [I/M] and it displays
as follow: 3.5 BAT
Preparations before the Test
If you are testing in the vehicle, make sure all accessory loads are off, the
key is not in the ignition, and the doors are closed. Connecting the Tester
- Connect the red clamp to the positive (+) terminal and the black clamp to the negative (-) terminal.
- For a proper connection, rock the clamps back and forth. The tester requires that both sides of each clamp be firmly connected before testing. A poor connection will produce a CHECK CONNECTION OR WIGGLE CLAMPS message appears, clean the terminals and reconnect the clamps.
- The preferred test position is at the battery terminals. If the battery is not accessible, you may test at the jumper post; however, the available power measurement may be lower than the actual value.
Battery Test
From the Main menu, use the LEAF/ RIGHT scroll button to select the BAT menu
and press the ENTER button. The screen will display the interface as shown
below: Battery Type:Scroll to and select Regular Flooded,AGM Flat Plate or
AGM Spiral where applicable.
Battery Standard:Scroll to and select the battery’s rating system.Not all
rating systems are available for each application.
Standard | Description | Range |
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CCA | Cold Cranking Amps,as specified by SAE.The most common rating for | |
cranking batteries at 0°F (-17.8°C) | 100-2000 | |
DIN | Deutsche Industrie-Norm | 100-1200 |
JIS | Japanese Industrial Standard,shown on a battery as a combination of | |
numbers and letters. | 26A17 thru 245H52 | |
EN | Europa-Norm | 100-2000 |
IEC | International Electrotechnical Commission | 100-1200 |
GB | China National Standard | 30-220Ah |
SAE | Society of Automotive Engineers Standard | 100-2000 |
MCA | Marine Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C |
100-2000
BC!| Battery Council International standard| 100-2000
CA| Cranking Amps standard, effective starling current value at 0°C| 100-2000
Battery Test Results
Decision | Interpretation |
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GOOD BATTERY | Return the battery to service |
GOOD-RECHARGE | Fully charge the battery and return it to service |
CHARGE&RETEST | Fully charge the battery and retest.Failure to fully charge the |
battery before retesting may cause inaccurate result.lf CHARGE&RETEST appears
again after you fully charge the battery,replace the battery.
REPLACE BATTERY| Replace the battery and retest.A REPLACE BATTERY result may
also mean a poor connection between the battery cables and the battery.After
disconnecting the battery cables,retest the battery using the out-of-vehicle
test before replacing it.
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BAD CELL-REPLACE| Replace the battery and retest.
Note: In the battery Test, select the corresponding data according to the
actual situation of the battery, and finally get the health status of the
battery.
When selecting the battery current size, press the UP button once to adjust
the 5A current upward, and press the down button once to adjust the 5A current
downward. You can adjust the current according to the actual situation of the
battery.
Cranking Test
The function is used to read real time battery voltage.When
press[ENTER]button and Start detection, it’s display interface:
Charging Test
Press Charging Test and it displays as follows: Review Data
Press review data, the data of the last Battery Test will be displayed, as
follows: 3.6 DTC Lookup
The DTC Lookup function is used to search for definitions of Code stored in
the built-in Code library.
- From the Main Menu, use the LEFT /DOWN scroll button to select the Code Lookup and press the ENTER button.For manufacturer specific codes , you’ll need to select a vehicle make on an additional screen to look for DTC definitions. If definition could not be found (SAE or Manufacturer Specific), the scan tool displays “DTC definition not found! Please refer to vehicle service”manual !”
- To exit to the Main Menu, press the EXIT button.
3.7 Review
This function is used to review the recorded DTC. Select Review in the Main
Menu and press Enter and the screen will display the interface as shown below:
3.8 Tool Setup
The scan tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings:
- Select Language: Selects the desired language.
- Unit of Measure: Set measure to Imperial or Metric.
- Beep Set: Turns ON/OFF beep.
- Record: ON/OFF the Record.
- Background.
- Feedback.
- Tool Information.
Choose [Tool Information] and it displays as follow: 3.9 Review &Print diagnostic reports
- Download upgrade file from AUTOPHIX website.
- The device is connected with computer through USB cable.
- Open the “update” application.
- Click “Review&Print” and automatically generate diagnostic reports.
3.10 Help Function
- When the device read the fault codes, the screen will display the codes as shown below:
- If users view the help icon picture in the menu, please press the help function key , it can read more about the codes information, and why this fault codes occurred. the screen will display the help information as shown below:
OBD Il Diagnostics
CAUTION: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running.
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Tum the ignition off.
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Locate the vehicle’s 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC).
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Plug the scan tool cable connector into the vehicle’s DLC.
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Tum the ignition on. Engine can be off or running.
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Press ENTER to enter Main Menu . UP /DOWN button to select Diagnostics from the menu.
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Press ENTER to confirm.
If “LINKING ERRORI” message shows on the display.
- Verify that the ignition is ON;
- Check if the scan tool’s OBD II connector is securely connected to the vehicle’s DLC;
- Turn the ignition ‘off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the ignition back to ‘on’ and repeat the procedure from step 5.
4.1 Read Codes
- Select Read Codes and press ENTER in Diagnostic Menu. If there are some codes, the screen will display the codes as shown below:
- According to the above figure to select different item by pressing UP or DOWN and press ENTER to confirm.
- After viewing all the codes, you can press EXIT to return to the previous menu.
4.2 Erase Codes
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Select Erase Codes, the screen will display the interface as shown below. Press ENTER to erase DTC’s, and the screen will display the interface as shown below:
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According to the above figure to press ENTER and the screen will display the interface as shown on the next page:
Notes:
- Before performing this function, make sure to retrieve and record the trouble codes.
- After clearing, you should retrieve trouble codes once more or turn ignition on and retrieve codes again. If there are still some trouble codes in the system, please troubleshoot the codes using a factory diagnosis guide, then clear the codes and recheck.
4.3 I/M Readiness
Select I/M Readiness and press ENTER, the screen will display the interface as
shown below:I/M readiness is to test Misfire / Fuel system /
Comprehensive component, You can use UP or DOWN button to select and press
ENTER, shown as follow :N/A means not available on this vehicle,
INC means incomplete or not ready, OK means Completed or Monitor Ok.
4.4 Data Stream
Press UP or DOWN button to select Data Stream in Main Menu interface and
then press ENTER button to confirm, the screen will display the interface as
shown below: Select [ View All Items ] and press ENTER button, the screen
will display the interface as shown below: Choose [ select items ] and
press enter button. After that, press enter button again, shown as follow:
After selected items and press exit, the screen will display as
follow: Press ENTER to select [ View Graphic Items ] in Data stream
menu, after selected items, the screen will display the interface as shown
belowPress EXIT to return to display : Max lines is 3. Press EXIT
to return to previous menu.
4.5 View Freeze Frame
When an emission-related fault occurs, a snapshot of current vehicle
parameter are recorded by the ECU.
Note: if DTCs were erased, Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle.
Select Freeze Frame in main menu interface, the screen will display the
interface as shown below:
You can use UP/ DOWN button to view the data.Press EXIT to return
toDiagnostic Menu.
4.6 O2 sensor test
OBD II regulations set by the SAE require that relevant vehicles monitor
and test the oxygen (O 2) sensors to identify problems related to fuel
efficiency and vehicle emissions. These tests are not on-demand tests and they
are done automatically when engine operating conditions are within specified
limits. These test results are saved in the on-board computer’s memory.
The ©2 Sensor Test function allows retrieval and viewing of O2 sensor monitor
test results for the most recently performed tests from the vehicle’s on-board
computer.
The O2 Sensor Test function is not supported by vehicles which communicate
using a controller area network (CAN). For 02 Sensor Test results of CAN-
equipped vehicles, see chapter “On-Board Mon. Test”.
Select O2 Sensor Test in Diagnostic menu and press ENTER and the Screen will
display as shown below. Press ENTER button, the screen will
display as shown below (Data will be different everytime) :
4.7 On-board monitor test
This function can be utilized to read the results of on-board diagnostic
monitoring . Tests for specific components/systems.
Select On-board Monitoring in Diagnostic Menu and press ENTER and the screen
will display as shown below (Data will be different everytime). You can use UP
or DOWN button to select an item and press ENTER, the screen will display as
shown below (Data will be different everytime): Press EXIT to return to
Diagnostic Menu.
4.8 Test or Component (Evap System Test)
The EVAP test function lets you initiate a leak test for the vehicle’s EVAP
system. The device does not perform the leak test, but signals to vehicle’s
on-board Computer to initiate the test. Before using the system test function,
refer To The vehicle’s service repair manual to etermine the procedures
necessary to stop the test.
Select EVAP System Test and press ENTER, the screen will display the relative
information about EVAP system. Some vehicle manufacturers do not allow
External devices to control vehicle system. If the car supports this function,
it will display as below: If the car not supported the function ,it will
display as below: 4.9 Vehicle Information
Select [Vehicle Information] and press ENTER. The screen displays information
such as (Vehicle Identification number), (Calibration Identifications), and(
Calibration Verification), as shown below (different data will be displayed
for different vehicles): Press EXIT to return to Diagnostic Menu.
Update
- Download the update software and unzip the file.
- Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.
- The update software is only supported by 7/8/10. In Windows 7, you need to install the driver, in Windows 8/10, you can run the update software directly.
Note:
Windows XP and Apple computers do not support upgrades. If you do not
understand the upgrade steps in the instructions, please contact us.
Feedback
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When the [OBDII] function shows connected error with vehicle, please using the feedback function.
Choose [Feedback] and it displays as follow: Choose [Start recording] to open record function and it displays as follow Next : Press EXIT Button and return to the main menu. Choose [OBDII] menu to detecting again and it will record the data. -
Transfer data to your computer and generate feedback file. Download upgrade file on the computer from AUTOPHIX website. The device is connected with computer through USB cable.
“Update” file and it displays as follow: “Feedback” and it displays as follow:send the feedback.bin file to support@autophix.com.
Warranty
- This warranty is limited to the person who purchases AUTOPHIX products.
- AUTOPHIX product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year (12 months ) from date of delivery to the user.
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