Using The Scan Tool; Tool Description; Specifications; Navigation Characters - Sealey VS8812 Instructions Manual

determine if repair has fixed a problem. This is used by service technicians to verify repair was performed properly and after clearing
diagnostic trouble codes.
mode $08 - this Special control mode requests control of the on-board system, test, or component bi-directionally (where applicable).
This mode is manufacturer specific.
mode $09 - reports vehicle information. this information includes vehicle VIn number and calibration information stored in the vehicle
Pcms.
mode $10 - request emission-related diagnostic trouble codes with Permanent Status. this mode is required for all emissions-related
DTCs. The presence of permanent DTCs at an inspection without the MIL illuminated is an indication that a proper repair was not verified
by the on-board monitoring system.
4.

USING ThE SCaN TOOL

4.1.

Tool Description

1. eoBd connector - connects the scan tool to the vehicle's data Link connector (dLc).
2. Lcd dISPLAY - Indicates test results.
3. Green Led - Indicates that engine systems are running normally (the number of monitors on the vehicle which are active and
performing their diagnostic testing is in the allowed limit, and no dtcs are present).
4. YeLLoW Led - Indicates there is a possible problem. A "Pending" dtc is present and/or some of the vehicle's emission monitors
have not run their diagnostic testing.
5. red Led - Indicates there is a problem in one or more of the vehicle's systems. the red Led is also used to show that dtcs are
present. dtcs are shown on the Scan tool's display. In this case, the mIL lamp on the vehicle's instrument panel will light steady on.
6. one-click function Key - Shortcut for 4 quick function including I/m readiness status, read code, usual datastream and all datastream.
7. ENTER/Exit BUTTON - Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu. Or returns to previous menu.
8. ScroLL Button - Scrolls through menu items.
9. uSB connector - connects the scan tool to the Pc for upgrading.
4.2.

Specifications

Screen: 2.0" tft color display (220 x 176 dpi)
external Power: 8.0 to 18.0 V power provided via vehicle battery.
operating temperature: 0 to 60°c (32 to 140 f°)
Storage temperature: -20 to 70°c (-4 to 158 f°)
dimensions:
Length
124 mm (4.64")
nW: 0.18kg (0.39lb), GW: 0.21 kg(0.46lb)

Navigation Characters

4.3.
characters used to help navigate the scan tool are:
1) "#" - Identifies the control module number from which data is retrieved.
2) "Pd" - Identifies a pending DTC when viewing DTCs.

Keyboard

4.4.
no solvents such as alcohol are allowed to clean the keypad or display. use a mild non abrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. do
not soak the keypad as the keypad is not waterproof.
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Width Height
72 mm (2.83") 18 mm (0.71")
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