The Cen Tech Obd2 Scanner 98614 was recently purchased and tested. Initial setup on a Vista Home Premium 64-bit system was successful, with software and drivers loading without issue. The device connected smoothly via COM5 and printed diagnostics flawlessly. The software and hardware versions are V2.10 and V1.50 respectively, with a library version of V2.60. The burn date is listed as 11/25/09.
Connecting the Cen Tech 98614 to a Vehicle: Test Results and Questions
After successful installation, the Cen Tech OBD2 scanner was connected to a vehicle for testing. The results generated several questions, particularly concerning the recurring “$10” value in the module data. What does the “$10” signify in the Cen Tech 98614’s output?
The Control Module displayed “$10” and identified itself as an SAE J1850 VPW system. The scan revealed:
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No stored codes, pending codes, or freeze frame data. This indicates no current or pending diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) were present.
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O2 Sensor Data:
- Bank 1, Sensor 1 displayed rich-lean threshold readings of 0.345V and 0.550V respectively. Minimum and maximum values were not available.
- Various other parameters ($70, $71, $83, $84, $85, $86, $87) were recorded with corresponding measured values, but minimum and maximum ranges were often unavailable.
- Bank 1, Sensor 2 was not supported or stored data was unavailable.
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On-Board Monitor Tests:
- Several tests ($02, $05, $0E) were conducted. Test $02 provided data IDs with measured values, maximum and minimum ranges, and status indicators (OK or Fail). Notably, IDs 06, 50, 30, 40, and 11 reported a “Fail” status.
- Tests $05 and $0E reported “Not Supported Or Sto-red No Data.”
The provided documentation for the Cen Tech OBD2 scanner 98614 was deemed inadequate (“pretty lame”). Further investigation is required to understand the meaning of the “$10” module identifier and the specific reasons for the failed tests. Understanding these results is crucial for accurate vehicle diagnostics and repair. Additional resources or community forums might provide further insight into interpreting the Cen Tech 98614’s output.
The initial assessment suggests the Cen Tech OBD2 Scanner 98614 functions as intended, connecting to the vehicle and retrieving data. However, the lack of clear documentation hinders comprehensive analysis of the results. Clarifying the meaning of the “$10” identifier and understanding the failed test results are essential next steps.
