Actron GM Code Scanner CP9001 - Manual (Page 3)

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Congratulations on purchasing your
Actron Code Scanner for accessing
engine trouble codes required for
repairing vehicles equipped with
computers. Your Actron Code
Scanner is made by Actron, the
largest and most trusted name in
automotive diagnostic equipment for
the home mechanic. You can have
confidence this product maintains the
highest quality in manufacturing, and
will provide you years of reliable
service.
This instruction manual is divided into
several key sections. You will find
detailed steps on using the Code
Scanner and important information
about trouble code meanings, how a
computer controls engine operation,
and more!
Identifying the problem is the first
step in solving that problem. Your
Actron Code Scanner can help you
determine by accessing the engine
computer trouble codes. Armed with
that knowledge, you can either refer
to an appropriate service manual or
discuss your problem with a knowl-
edgeable service technician. In either
event you can save yourself a lot of
valuable time and money in auto
repair. And feel confident that your
vehicle’s problem has been fixed!
Actron offers a compete
line of high quality
automotive diagnostic
and repair equipment.
See your local Actron
dealer for other
Actron products.
CONTENTS
Engine/Transmission Section
1 About Codes ................................. 3
2 When to Read Codes ................... 5
3 Reading Codes ............................. 6
4 Using Codes in a Basic
Troubleshooting Procedure ........ 10
5 Code Meanings .......................... 14
6 Additional Code Scanner
Diagnostic Features ................... 22
7 Computer Basics ........................ 25
8 Glossary ..................................... 31
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Section
9 ABS Basics ................................. 38
10 ABS Safety ................................. 44
11 ABS Tips ..................................... 45
12 Reading ABS Codes .................. 47
System 1: Bosch 2S ......................... 51
System 2: Bosch 2U (Version A) ...... 56
System 3: Bosch 2U (Version B) ...... 62
System 4: Bosch 2U (Version C) ...... 68
System 5: Teves Mark II (Version A) 74
System 6: Teves Mark II (Version B) 79
System 7: Kelsey-Hayes RWAL ....... 84
System 8: Kelsey-Hayes 4WAL ........ 88
Applications ................................. 94
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CP9001
Instrucciónes en español ... 197
Instructions en français ..... 297