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With New Generation Star (NGS) Tester

On-Board Diagnostic Test
New generation star (NGS) tester hook-up procedure

Note: Make sure that ignition key is at OFF.





1. Insert the vehicle interface module and latest program card into the hand-held NGS control unit.





2. Plug the NGS OBD-II adapter into the vehicle interface module and the large 16-pin connector into the vehicle DLC-2 located under the left. side of the center console.





3. Plug the NGS tester power connector into the NGS OBD-II adapter power cable connector or cigarette lighter. Alternatively, use a battery hook-up adapter.
4. Listen for a double beep. The SSTs (NGS tester) is now initialized. Begin the ABS functional test.

DTCs Reading Procedure
Using SSTs (NGS tester)





1. Hook-up the SSTs to the vehicle. Make sure that ignition key is at OFF and all accessories are OFF.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON (engine off).





3. Move the cursor to VEHICLE AND ENGINE SELECTION. Press the TRIGGER key to enter this function.





4. Move the cursor to SELECT NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL. Press the TRIGGER key to enter this selection.
5. Move the cursor to appropriate model. Press the TRIGGER key to choose the model.

Note: Make sure the selected vehicle is correct.

6. A vehicle selection screen showing the selected vehicle will be displayed. Move the cursor to the vehicle selected. Press the TRIGGER key.





7. Move the cursor to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK on the main menu screen. Press the TRIGGER key to enter into menu system diagnostics.





8. Move the cursor to ABS-ANTILOCK BRAKE MODULE. Press the TRIGGER key to enter this selection.





9. Move the cursor to DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES. Press the TRIGGER key to enter this selection.
10. Move the cursor to READ/CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC TEST RESULTS. Press the TRIGGER key to enter this selection.
11. Press START.
12. If the system is normal, SYSTEM PASSED. (NO DTCS AVAILABLE) will be indicated. If any DTC is indicated, follow the appropriate DTC troubleshooting chart.
13. After completion of repairs, clear DTCs.