Vident ILink Series User manual

iLink Series 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.

Warranty and Service

Limited One Year Warranty

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.

Table of Contents

1 GETTING STARTED..........................................................................................................................................1

1.1 Tool Descriptions........................................................................................................................................ 1

1.2 Accessory Included.................................................................................................................................... 1

1.3 Specifications.............................................................................................................................................. 2

1.4 Preparation &Connections........................................................................................................................ 2

1.4.1 Preparation.......................................................................................................................................... 2

1.4.2 Connecting to Vehicle........................................................................................................................2

1.5 System Setup.............................................................................................................................................. 2

1.5.1 Select Language.................................................................................................................................2

1.5.2 Unit of Measure.................................................................................................................................. 3

1.5.3 Beeper set........................................................................................................................................... 3

1.5.4 Key Test...............................................................................................................................................4

1.5.5 LCD Test..............................................................................................................................................4

1.5.6 About.................................................................................................................................................... 4

1.5.7 Configure Shortcut Keys................................................................................................................... 5

2 DIAGNOSTIC OPERATIONS...........................................................................................................................5

2.1 Vehicle Identification.................................................................................................................................. 6

2.1.1 Automatic VIN Acquisition.................................................................................................................6

2.1.2 Manual VIN Entry............................................................................................................................... 7

2.1.3 Manual Vehicle Selection..................................................................................................................8

2.1.4 Save a Tested Vehicle Info...............................................................................................................8

2.2 System Selection......................................................................................................................................10

2.2.1 Auto Scan.......................................................................................................................................... 10

2.2.2 Control Unit....................................................................................................................................... 11

2.3 Diagnostic Function..................................................................................................................................12

2.3.1 Read Codes...................................................................................................................................... 12

2.3.2 Erase Codes..................................................................................................................................... 13

2.3.3 Freeze Frame Data..........................................................................................................................13

2.3.4 ECU Information...............................................................................................................................13

2.3.5 Live Data........................................................................................................................................... 13

2.3.5.1 Complete Data List....................................................................................................................... 14

2.3.5.2 Custom Data List.......................................................................................................................... 15

2.3.6 Special Functions(&Active Test)....................................................................................................15

3 COMMON SPECIAL SERVICES/FUNCTIONS.........................................................................................17

3.1 Oil Light Service/Reset............................................................................................................17

3.2 ABS Bleeding..........................................................................................................................18

3.3 Battery Matching.....................................................................................................................18

3.4 Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Service.................................................................................18

3.5 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration..........................................................................18

3.6 TPS(Throttle Body Alignment) ...............................................................................................18

3.7 Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration................................................................................18

3.8 TPMS Adaptation....................................................................................................................18

3.9 Immobilizer..............................................................................................................................18

3.10 Injector Coding......................................................................................................................19

3.11 Gear Learning.......................................................................................................................19

3.12 Suspension Match................................................................................................................19

3.13 Sunroof Initialization..............................................................................................................19

3.14 Gearbox Match.....................................................................................................................19

3.15 AFS (Adaptive Front Lighting System) .................................................................................19

4 OBDII/EOBD DIAGNOSTICS........................................................................................................................ 19

4.1 Read Codes......................................................................................................................................... 20

4.2 Erase Codes.........................................................................................................................................20

4.3 Live Data...............................................................................................................................................20

4.3.1 View Data.......................................................................................................................................... 20

4.3.1.1 Complete Data Set....................................................................................................................... 20

4.3.1.2 Custom Data List.......................................................................................................................... 20

4.3.2 Record Data......................................................................................................................................21

4.3.3 Playback Data...................................................................................................................................21

4.4 View Freeze Frame.............................................................................................................................21

4.5 Read I/M Readiness Status Data..................................................................................................... 21

4.6 O2 Monitor Test................................................................................................................................... 23

4.7 On-Board Monitor Test....................................................................................................................... 23

4.8 Component Test.................................................................................................................................. 24

4.9 Request Vehicle Information............................................................................................................. 24

5 PLAYBACK DATA...........................................................................................................................................25

6. SOFTWARE UPDATE AND PRINTING......................................................................................................26

6.1 Registration part 1 - Create an account................................................................................................ 26

6.2 Registration part 2 - Add your tool to the account...............................................................................28

6.3 Updating your tool.................................................................................................................................... 29

6.4 Renewals................................................................................................................................................... 31

6.5 Printing Data..............................................................................................................................................31

iLink Series Scan Tool User Manual V1.0

1 Getting Started

iLink series is professional level diagnostic handheld tools, offering different features in vehicle

systems diagnostics for a vast array of car manufacturers.

http://www.videnttech.com/product/FeaturedProfessionalScanTools/

1.1 Tool Descriptions

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

front and side view

1LCD Screen －to display the software.

2Function Keys / Shortcut keys - three keys that correspond with “buttons” on some screens

for executing commands or provide quick access to most frequently used applications.

3Diagnostic Connector – to connect to vehicle’s DLC.

4OK Key –to confirm the current operation.

5 Selection Keys – to select an option or scroll through a screen of data or text.

6ESC Key – to returns to previous screen.

7HELP Key – provide tips for diagnosis or for the tool itself.

8Reset Key – Press and hold for 5 seconds for emergency reboots.

9 TF Card Port – holds the TF memory card for data backup and software update.

10 USB port －NOT IN USE

1.2 Accessory Included

1) Scan tool

2) Diagnostic Cable

3) User’s 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) Software CD - contains update client and user manual.

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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: 194*117*47mm (L*W*H)

Gross Weight: 0.9 Kg

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

CAN),ISO14230(KWP2000),ISO9141-2,J1850VPW,J1850PWM,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, 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

1.5.1 Select Language

English is the default language.

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

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

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.

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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.

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.

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1.5.7 Configure Shortcut Keys

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.

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 controllers 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.

●Scan – Applicable System diagnosis on multi-brands.

NOTE:

Different models cover different systems.

●Setup – Basic tool setting.

●Playback – To access saved diagnostic data.

NOTE:

Following common maintenaces are mostly available in iLink400.

Other models has limited maintenances.

●Oil Light Service/Reset – Reset oil service light, oil inspection light, service mileage,

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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

●Sunroof Initialization

●Suspension Match

●Gearbox Match

●ABS Bleed

●Gear Learning

●Immobilizer Programming

●Injector Coding

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 available vary by vehicle

manufacturer, not all the following options are available for all vehicles.

●Automatic VIN acquisition

●Manual VIN entry

●Manual vehicle selection

●Vehicle data recorder

2.1.1 Automatic VIN Acquisition

Automatic VIN Acquisition only available on some manufacturers. It allows to identifying a vehicle

by automatically requesting the vehicle identification number (VIN).

1. When a vehicle make has been selected, the following screen displays. Select VIN acquisition

from the menu, and press the OK key.

2. The scan tool starts to communicate with the vehicle and read the Vehicle Specification or VIN

Code automatically.

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