How to Use an Actron 9180
The Actron CP9180 is an automotive diagnostic tool, also called an automotive scan tool. The CP9180 uses OBD-II technology, which is in place for all vehicles sold after the 1995 model year. The primary function of the CP9180 is to retrieve automotive trouble codes. These trouble codes are stored in your car's computer. They usually illuminate a "Check Engine" or "Service Engine Soon" light. Using the CP9180, you can retrieve the code, look it up, and then determine what the problem is.
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Instructions
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Insert the car key and turn the ignition to "On." Look on the underside of the driver's side of the dashboard for the rectangular data-link connector.
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Plug the Actron CP9180 into the data link connector. View the Actron's screen. After a few seconds, you should see "Vehicle Selection."
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Scroll down to make your selection, then press "Enter." You can choose "Domestic Vehicles," "European Vehicles" or "Asian Vehicles." Make the appropriate selection for the brand.
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Continue making the appropriate selections for the specific vehicle. You'll pass "Manufacturer," "Year," "Make," "Model" and "Engine." On some vehicles, the system will automatically detect the car after you select the country of origin.
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Select "Review Data" and press "Enter." Select "Read Codes." The system will now read the car's computer and retrieve the list of diagnostic trouble codes. Write down the codes and use your Actron's software program to look them up. You can also look them up on the Internet.
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