KONNWEI KW818 Car Engine Code Errors Scanner Operating Guide

KONNWEI KW818 Car Engine code errors Scanner Operating

A sophisticated yet approachable instrument, the KONNWEI KW818 Car Engine Code Error Scanner is made to help car enthusiasts and expert mechanics diagnose a variety of engine-related problems. With comprehensive vehicle coverage, the KW818 is compatible with the majority of OBDII-compliant vehicles made in the USA starting in 1996, and with gasoline and diesel vehicles made in Europe starting in 2001 and 2004, respectively. It’s easy to use: just plug the scanner into the OBDII connection on your car, which is usually located beneath the dashboard. The KW818 turns on and is prepared to run diagnostics after it is attached. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) particular to manufacturers as well as generic ones can be read and cleared by the KW818 to assist in determining the reason for the Check Engine Light and other engine warning indications. It is capable of supporting a number of features, including I/M readiness checks, which are necessary for emissions testing. It can also show live sensor data and freeze frame data, which give an overview of the state of the car at the moment of a malfunction.

How to Use KONNWEI KW818

Using the KONNWEI KW818 Car Engine Code Error Scanner is a straightforward process, ideal for both professionals and car enthusiasts looking to diagnose engine-related issues. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Locate the OBDII Port:
   • Find the OBDII port in your vehicle. It’s usually located under the dashboard, near the steering column.
2. Connect the KW818:
   • Plug the KW818 scanner into the OBDII port. The device should power on automatically once the vehicle is either in the ON position or running.
3. Start the Vehicle:
   • To ensure comprehensive diagnostics, start your vehicle’s engine. Some tests may require the engine to be running.
4. Navigate the KW818 Menu:
   • Use the buttons on the device to navigate the menu. The KW818 typically has options to read codes, erase codes, view live data, and more.
5. Read the Error Codes:
   • Select the option to read diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). The KW818 will scan the vehicle’s system and display any stored codes.
   • It can read both generic and manufacturer-specific codes.
6. Interpret the Codes:
   • Refer to the KW818’s manual or an online database to understand the meaning of the codes.
7. View Live Data (if necessary):
   • The KW818 can provide real-time data streams for various vehicle sensors, useful for in-depth diagnostics.
8. Erase the Codes:
   • After fixing the issues indicated by the error codes, you can use the KW818 to erase them. This often turns off the Check Engine Light.
   • Always ensure the underlying issues are fully resolved before erasing the codes.
9. Perform I/M Readiness Test:
   • This function checks if your vehicle is ready for emissions testing.
10. Retrieve Vehicle Information:

• The KW818 can also provide vehicle information such as the VIN on supported models.

Tool Description

1. CD LCD DISPLAY — Indicates test results. Backlit, 128 x64 pixel
   display with contrast adjustment.
2. ENTER BUTTON — Confirms a selection ( or action) from a menu. Starts recording live data under manual trigger mode.
3. ESC BUTTON — Cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or returns to the menu. It is also used to setup the system, exit DTC Lookup screen, or stop data recording when pressed.
4. LEFT SCROLL BUTTON — When look up DTC definitions, moves to the previous character and view additional information on previous screens if the DTC definition covers more than one screen; deselect all marked PID data when viewing or recording customized live data list; views previous frames of recorded data when playing back live data. It is also used to update DTC library when pressed.
5. RIGHT SCROLL BUTTON — When looking up DTC definitions, move to the next character and view additional information on next screens if the DTC definition covers more than one screen; select/deselect PID data when viewing or recording customized live data list, and view next frames of data when playing back live data.
6. 6UP SCROLL BUTTON — Moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one screen of data is retrieved. moves up through the current screen to the previous screens for additional data.
7. DOWN SCROLL BUTTON — Moves down through menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one screen of data is retrieved, move down through the current screen to next screen for additional data. It is also used as the language setup hotkey when pressed.
8. 8HELP BUTTON — Provides help information when
   pressed.
9. IIPOWER SWITCH — Resets the scanner.
10. OBD II CONNECTOR — Connects the scan tool to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
11. RUBBER BOOT — Protects the scan tool from drop, abrasion
    and etc.
12. 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) a
13. YELLOW LED – Indicates there is a possible problem a A “pending” DTC is present and/or some of the vehicle’s emission monitors have not run their diagnostic testing a
14. 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 emission monitors have not run their diagnostic testing a

Specifications

1. Display:Backlit, 128 x 64-pixel display with contrast adjustment
2. Operating Temperature:0 to 60’c(32 to 140 P0 )
3. Storage Temperature:-20 to 70’c(-4 to 158 P0 )
4. External Power: 8.0 to 18.0 V power provided via vehicle battery
5. Dimensions:
   1. Length: 188 mm(7.40″)
   2. Width: 103 mm(4.05″)
   3. Height: 38mm(l.50″)

Accessories Included

1. User’s Manual — Instructions on tool operations
    
2. OBD2 cable — Provides power to tool and communicates between tool and vehicle
3. Carry case — A nylon case to store the scan tool when not in use.

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