How to Use the HDS

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Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

Fig 1: Identifying HDS With DLC Position
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the PCM. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Check the DTC and note it. Also check the freeze data and/or the on-board snapshot data, and download any data found. Then refer to the INDICATED DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING , and begin the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
NOTE:
- Freeze data indicates the engine conditions when the first malfunction, was detected.
- The HDS can read the DTC, freeze data, on-board snapshot, and current data about the active control engine mount (ACM) system.
- For specific operations, refer to the user's manual that came with the HDS.