Essential information about Gs500 and GS400

Posted on January 14 2013 by Amos

Categories: #GS500, #GS400, #OBD2, #Autel GS500

GS400 is used for reading the generic and manufacturer specific DTC’s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) stored in your vehicle’s EMS (Engine Management System). The EMS reports a fault by illuminating the ECL (Engine Check Light) on the dashboard. This is usually as a result of an electronic sensor failure. In a few seconds, identify the problem directly from the unit display. Once the fault has been repaired the DTC’s can then be erased from the EMS using the device. This will in turn reset the ECL. Other features include: detection of the OBDII freeze frame information and the retrieval of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on vehicles from 2002 onwards that support Mode 9.

Quickly and easily diagnose faults before carrying repairs/leaving your vehicle with the garage or before buying a used car. This device may save you money over time as you would normally pay a premium to use similar tools at your local garage!

Supported Standards

ISO 15765-4 – CAN-Bus

SAE J2480 – CAN-Bus

ISO 14230-4 – KWP 2000

ISO 9141

ISO 9141-2

SAE J1850 – PWM

SAE J1850 – VPW

Compatible Vehicles

American / Australian / Asian / British / European / German / Korean / Japanese Worldwide

All Other OBDII/CAN-Bus Compatible Vehicles From Year 1994 Onwards

Please Note! A Rough Guide To Compatibility:

Some Worldwide cars from 1994 onwards

USA cars from 1996

Some Australian / Asian / British / European / German / Korean / Japanese petrol cars from 1996

Most Australian / Asian / British / European / German / Korean / Japanese petrol cars from 2001

Most Australian / Asian / British / European / German / Korean / Japanese diesel cars from 2003

Please do not ask if your vehicle is compatible, as I will not be able to help you. Please carryout your own research or ask your local main dealer for info:

ISO 15765-4 – CAN-Bus

SAE J2480 – CAN-Bus

ISO 14230-4 – KWP 2000

ISO 9141

ISO 9141-2

SAE J1850 – PWM

SAE J1850 – VPW

Some Examples

Audi

Bentley

BMW

Cadillac

Chevrolet

Chrysler

Citroen

Daewoo

Fiat

Ford

General Motors

Honda

Hummer

Hyundai

Isuzu

Jaguar

Jeep

Kia

Land Rover

Lexus

Mazda

Mercury

Mini

Nissan

Opel

Peugeot

Porsche

Renault

Rover

Saab

Seat

Skoda

Toyota

Vauxhall

Holden

Mitsubishi

Alfa Romeo

Some vehicles up to 2001 may not be compatible due to the manufacturers using their own proprietary systems. A small number of petrol vehicles from 1994 and 1995 are also OBDII compliant. To check this locate the vehicle emissions control information label – which is usually located under the bonnet by the radiator. Alternatively, if you are unsure that your vehicle is compatible seek advice from your main dealer.

Full unit functionality is dependent on the vehicle manufacturer adopting the OBD II standards and functions for your vehicle.

The location of the DLC (Data Link Connector) socket is usually within 50cm from the steering wheel. Remove the blanking cap (if present) to gain access to the socket.

Gs 400 Features

1. Reads generic and manufacturer specific diagnostic trouble codes

2. Erases diagnostic trouble codes

3. Resets the engine check light

4. Detects OBDII freeze frame information

5. Retrieves the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on vehicles from 2002 that support Mode 9

6. Has a wider vehicle coverage as supports the new CAN-Bus standard

7. Code definitions displayed on unit screen – no need to look them up!

8. Memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis

9. Unit upgradeable via flash programming using supplied PC serial cable

10. No batteries required for operation – power is supplied by the vehicle over the cable

11. Easy to use with friendly menu interface

12. Hot Keys for quick reading & erasing of codes

13. Detachable and replaceable 16-pin OBDII cable

14. Brand new from the factory

GS500 is the best solution to troubleshoot all 1996 and newer OBD2 Compliant vehicles. The scan tool delivers all nine OBD-II test modes,retriving live engine datastreanm and parameters to enable technicians accurately diagnose the toughest problems.

Advantages of GS 500:

- Reads generic and certain proprietary manufacturer diagnostic trouble codes (including pending codes)

- Erases diagnostic trouble codes

- Resets the engine check light (MIL – Malfunction Indicator Lamp)

- Detects OBDII freeze frame information

- Retrieves the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), CIN & CVN on vehicles from 2002 that support Mode 9

- Has a wider vehicle coverage as supports the new CAN-Bus standard

- Code definitions displayed on unit screen .no need to look them up!

- No batteries required for operation. power is supplied by the vehicle over the cable

- Easy to use with friendly menu interface

- Hot Keys for quick reading & erasing of codes

- Detachable and replaceable 16-pin OBDII cable