Equus 3145 - Digital Ford Code Reader (1981 - 1995) - Manual (Page 5)

General Information
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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h. The vehicle’s battery produces highly flammable hydrogen
gas. To prevent an explosion, keep all sparks, high
temperature items or open flames away from the battery.
i. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on an
engine. Loose clothing can get caught on the fan, pulleys,
belts, etc. Jewelry is highly conductive, and can cause a
severe burn if it makes contact between a power source
and ground.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations, you have purchased one of the most
technologically advanced Code Readers on the market today.
The Ford Digital Code Reader uses sophisticated electronics
designed to retrieve engine and transmission (applicable Ford
vehicles only) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) from the
vehicle's computer.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This Code Reader and manual are designed for use both by
consumers with little or no experience in retrieving codes, or by
experienced technicians desiring a more in-depth explanation
of Ford Computer Command Control system basics.
If you are having problems with your vehicle and only want to
know if any Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the vehicle’s
computer system, read the “Safety Precautions” (page 1) and
“Vehicles Covered” (page 4), then proceed to Chapter 3 and follow
the simple directions to retrieve the codes. The codes retrieved,
and their definitions, will give you valuable information and a
starting point from which to proceed to the next step.
Once the codes have been retrieved, you can choose to:
• Take your vehicle to an Automotive Service Center
for repair: Take your vehicle, a copy of the completed
Preliminary Vehicle Diagnosis Worksheet (see pages 8 - 10)
and codes retrieved to your technician for evaluation. This
will demonstrate to your technician that you are an
informed motorist and will also assist him in pinpointing
the location of the problem.
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