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- Page 1 If you have any questions or doubts, please contact us via Hotline (+86)0755-23576169 Email support@topdon.com Website www.topdon.com Facebook @TopdonOfficial Twitter @TopdonOfficial MADE IN CHINA ArtiLink600 Code Reader USER MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Welcome ..................3 About ...................3 Package List ................3 Compatibility ................3 Notice ..................3 General Information of OBDII (On-Board Diagnostics II) ..4 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) ..........4 Product Descriptions ..............5 Operation Introduction ...............6 Technical Specification ............26 Warnings .................. 26 Cautions ................... 27 FAQ ................... -
Page 3: Welcome
User Manual before operating this product. About TOPDON ArtiLink600, the newest addition to the obd2 scanner series for 1996 and newer cars (OBDII & CAN), boasts a fully-featured list of tests and scans ranging from ABS & SRS Diagnostic Capabilities, Oil/SAS/BMS Reset Services, to comprehensive OBD2 tests, among others, making it highly-beneficial for experienced DIYs, automotive mechanics, and garage owners. -
Page 4: Notice
Notice Product Descriptions ArtiLink600 may automatically reset while being disturbed by strong static electricity. THIS IS A NORMAL REACTION. This Product Manual is subject to change without written notice. Read the instruction carefully and use the unit properly before operating. Fail to do so may cause damage and/or personal injury, which will void the product warranty. -
Page 5: Operation Introduction
Operation Introduction Name Descriptions 1. Preparation & Connection • GREEN: No Fault Code. LED for Different YELLOW: Pending Fault Code. 1.1 Turn the ignition off. • DTCs • RED: Permanent Fault Code. Read DTC Shortcut Quick access to reading diagnostic trouble codes. Erase DTC Shortcut Quick access to erasing diagnostic trouble codes. - Page 6 1.4 Turn the ignition on. The engine can be off or running. This function is designed to diagnose the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) and SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) systems: 1.5 ArtiLink600 will start initializing and enter the main menu interface. • Read version information.
- Page 7 3. Reset Services Select “SERVICE” TOPDON ArtiLink600 features 3 most-commonly used reset services for effective daily vehicle maintenance. Choose the Desired 3.1 Oil Reset Reset Function This function enables you to reset the oil service lamp for the engine oil life system, which calculates an optimal oil life change interval depending on the vehicle driving conditions and weather events.
- Page 8 Press [OK] to confirm. The following screen will appear: DIAGNOSTIC MENU Press [OK] to enter: 4.1 Read Codes This option identifies which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned. Select [Read Codes] and press [OK]. The scanner will automatically read the SAE-standard DTCs and the following screen will appear: Select the manufacturer.
- Page 9 4.2 Erase Codes *Explanation of terms: • MIL - Malfunction Indicator Light This option erases the codes from the vehicle, after retrieving codes from • IGN - The Ignition Method of the Vehicle the vehicle and certain repairs have been carried out. DTC - Diagnostic Trouble Code •...
- Page 10 4.5 View Freeze Frame 4.7 On-Board Monitor Test This option takes the snapshot of the operating conditions when an This option retrieves test results for emission-related powertrain emission-related fault occurs. components and systems that are not continuously monitored. The tests Select [Freeze Frame] and press [OK].
- Page 11 4.9 Vehicle Info 6. DTC Lookup This option retrieves a list of information (provided by the vehicle This function enables you to view the detailed definition of the retrieved DTC. manufacturer) from the vehicle’s on-board computer. Select [LOOKUP] in the Main Menu and press [OK]. The following screen This information may include: will appear: VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
- Page 12 7. Print This function is used to print the records saved in Read Codes or Data Stream. Connect the scanner to the computer via the USB cable. The following screen will appear: The following screen will appear: Press [EXIT], and enter the main menu. Run the Update Tool on your computer.
- Page 13 Select [PRINT] in the main menu of the scanner. Select the data you want to 8. Help print and press [OK]. This function enables you to view the scanner’s information and the OBD introduction. Select [HELP] in the Main menu and then press [OK]. The following screen will appear: Select the file to be printed.
- Page 14 Download, decompress and install the TOPDON ArtiLink600 Update software package on your computer (compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8 & 10). • After the update software package is installed, connect ArtiLink600 to the computer via the USB cable. • Run the TOPDON Update Tool on your computer, the system will automatically detect the Serial Number of the scanner.
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Page 15: Technical Specification
Power up ArtiLink600 via the USB cable. • or hot engine parts. ArtiLink600 will verify the update files in the memory card, and will • Keep the scanner dry, clean, free from oil/water, or grease. Use a mild automatically start updating if a newer version is detected. - Page 16 After that, try to run “Read Codes” again. (Some DTCs can only be erased in this way.) FCC Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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