Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Data Display/Definitions
The Scan Tool Data Display/Definitions contains a brief description of all the ABS/TCS data parameters. The menus available depend on the number and type of system on the vehicle and are listed below in alphanumeric order.
- ABS DATA
- TCS DATA
- NORMAL MODE
- SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
- ABS Failed
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The scan tool will display Yes/No. This will indicate if the ABS has failed.
- ABS Pump Motor
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The scan tool displays On or Off - This parameter indicates the state of the ABS pump motor.
- ABS Warning Lamp
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The scan tool will display On or Off depending on the state of the ABS indicator.
- Brake Light Switch
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The scan tool displays Applied or Released - The scan tool displays the state of the brake light switch.
- Brake Switch
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The scan tool displays Applied or Released - The scan tool displays the state of the brake switch.
- Delivered Torque
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The scan tool displays in N-m the amount of torque delivered.
- DRP Disabled
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The scan tool will display Yes/No. This will indicate if the DRP has been disabled.
- Eng. Torque Request
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The scan tool displays in N-m the requested engine torque.
- Left Front Wheel Speed
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The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h or (0-158 mph). The scan tool displays the actual speed of the left front wheel.
- Left Rear Wheel Speed
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The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h or (0-158 mph). The scan tool displays the actual speed of the left rear wheel.
- LF Inlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool will display Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the LF inlet valve solenoid.
- LF Outlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool will display Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the LF outlet valve solenoid.
- Low TRAC: TCS Active
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The scan tool displays Off or On. The scan tool displays On if the TCS indicator is currently being commanded ON.
- LR Inlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the LR inlet valve solenoid.
- LR Outlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the LR outlet valve solenoid.
- Rear TCS Isolation Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the rear TCS isolation valve solenoid.
- Rear TCS Prime Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the rear TCS prime valve solenoid.
- Requested Torque
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The scan tool displays in N-m the requested torque.
- RF Inlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the RF inlet valve solenoid.
- RF Outlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the RF outlet valve solenoid.
- Right Front Wheel Speed
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The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h or (0-158 mph). The scan tool displays the actual speed of the right front wheel.
- Right Rear Wheel Speed
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The scan tool displays 0-255 km/h or 0-158 mph - The scan tool displays the actual speed of the rear wheels.
- RR Inlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the RF inlet valve solenoid.
- RR Outlet Valve Solenoid
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The scan tool displays Active or Inactive. The scan tool displays the commanded state of the RF outlet valve solenoid.
- TCS Failed
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The scan tool will display Yes/No. This will indicate if the TCS has failed.
- TCS Switch State
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The scan tool displays Pressed/Released. The scan tool will display the state of the Traction Control Switch.
- TCS Warning Lamp
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The scan tool will display On or Off depending on the state of the TCS indicator.
- Traction Control Equipped
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The scan tool will display Yes/No. This will indicate if the vehicle is equipped with TCS.
- Valve Relay State
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The scan tool displays On or Off - This parameter indicates the state of the valve relay.
- VSES Equipped
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The scan tool will display Yes/No. This will indicate if the vehicle is equipped with VSES.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.