How to Use Nexiq eTechnician Function Test?

Nexiq eTechnician provides a number of special tests to assist you with your vehicle diagnostic efforts. Most tests require you to connect eTechnician to a running vehicle.The tests available differ depending on the module to which you are connected.

 

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From the Tests tab you can:
• View of list of available tests for the modules to which you are currently connected.
• View Test Information for each test listed.
• Select a test and run it.

 

To view the list of available tests:
1 Click on the Tests tab on the left side of the display

2 Use the scroll bar on the right side of the screen to scroll down through the list of available tests.

3 Click on the Info icon for a particular test (e.g., EGR Cooler Bypass Valve) to learn more about the test.
A Test Information screen for that test is displayed.

4 Review the information, including any Test Tips that might be included.
5 (optional) Click Print to send the information to a printer.

NOTE:
i If you are not connected to a printer, you can save the information to a file in the location of your choice.
6 Click Close to return to the list of available tests

 

Running a Test
Most special tests operate the same or in a similar way. The following screens are for illustration only.
To select a test and run it:
1 Start at the list of available tests.

2 Click on a test to select it (e.g., Fuel Pressure Control).

Some tests have preconditions that must be met before you can start the test (e.g., a required engine speed, or specific engine coolant temperature).

Should you encounter a message of this type, click Quit, meet the precondition, and select the test again.
Other tests open directly once you select them.

3 Click Start to begin the test, and follow any on-screen prompts.
4 Click Quit to end the test.
The list of available test is displayed again

 

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