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Equipment Hookup

NOTE: All procedures described in this article are using New Generation Star tester. A generic scan tool that is OBD-II compliant may be used as a substitute. See tester manufacturers instructions.
NOTE: After performing equipment hookup, follow quick test procedure. See QUICK TEST .

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) can be retrieved using one of the following methods:

  1. 1)  Turn ignition off. Insert proper EEPROM card into NGS tester. Attach OBD-II (16-pin) data cable to NGS tester.
  2. 2)  Connect OBD-II data cable to OBD-II data link connector (located under left side of instrument panel). Plug power cable into cigarette lighter. Turn ignition ON. If serial communication is okay, go to QUICK TEST . If a serial communication error exists (no DTC displayed), see COMMUNICATION ERROR.
    Fig 1: Identifying New Generation Star (NGS) Scan Tool
    G94H32612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.