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Retrieving Parameter Identification (PID) Information

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NOTE: This procedure may be used to verify operation of input cir-cuitry for selected module being tested.
  1. Connect New Generation Star (NGS) scan tester on Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hook-up procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP  .
    NOTE: If instructed to retrieve PID from a specified test procedure, ensure ignition is in proper position as listed in test procedure or the test will fail.
  2. Turn ignition on unless otherwise instructed by specified test procedure. Rotate dial on scan tester to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK menu and press trigger.
  3. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the desired module you wish to access and press trigger. Rotate dial on scan tester to PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD and press trigger.
  4. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the PID acronyms you wish to view and press trigger. Repeat this procedure until all desired PIDs are selected. When all PID acronyms have been selected, press 7 button to view all selected PIDs.
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