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Quick Test 2.0 - Set-Up

Connect Rotunda New Generation Star (NGS) Tester 418-FO48 (007-00500) or equivalent to Data Link Connector (DLC).

The following are procedures to run OBD II procedures.

VEHICLE AND TESTER PREPARATION
Prepare the vehicle as follows:
- Put transaxle range selector lever in PARK.
- Warm engine to operating temperature.
- Apply parking brake.
- Block wheels.
- Turn off all electrical loads including A/C and defroster. (If A/C is on, DTC P1460 will set.)

Prepare the NGS as follows:





- Turn ignition switch to the OFF position.
- Verify that the proper PROGRAM card is inserted in the NGS.
- Connect J1962/16 way Data Communication Link (DCL) cable adapter to the NGS.
- Connect NGS DCL cable adapter securely into the vehicle's DCL connector.
- Connect the NGS power supply cable to the vehicle battery power supply through cigar lighter or at the battery with alligator clip adapter.
- Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, or start vehicle if necessary.
- The NGS is now ready to communicate with the powertrain control module.