Onboard computer diagnostics

Fi.ES.TA · 15-08-2009, 06:44 AM

You can get a whole bunch of engine temperatures (and other data) by unlocking the dash. It's a pain to do every trip, but if you had a specific interest in the data for one or two trips (to test something maybe) then it's handy.

While starting the engine, hold down the 'mileage reset' button on the rev counter and keep it pressed for 10 seconds. The dash will go into test mode - advance the tests with the button until you get to the temperatures section and leave it there. Go for a drive and watch the constantly updated figures!

This also works on other Fords, Focus and Mondeo being two others I've tried. Hope that helps.

Here's the full list:

1.Shows a Gauge Sweep
2. Shows all ACL on the LCD (LCD TEST)
3. Turns on all the annunciators on the dash (BULB TEST)
4. Displays hexadecimal value for ROM level (FirmWare Revision)
5. Displays the hexadecimal value for EE level
6. Shows DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) ---------------------> THIS IS VERY, VERY, VERY HANDY!
7. Digital Speedometer - mph
8. Digital Speedometer - kph
9. N/A
10. Digital tachometer
11.Fuel volume
12. Engine coolant temperature
13. Battery voltage
14. ABS/TRACS Error Code
15. Electronic brake distribution (EBD) failure
16. Illumination
17. Crank Sense

Candyman2 · 15-08-2009, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Fi.ES.TA

You can get a whole bunch of engine temperatures (and other data) by unlocking the dash. It's a pain to do every trip, but if you had a specific interest in the data for one or two trips (to test something maybe) then it's handy.

While starting the engine, hold down the 'mileage reset' button on the rev counter and keep it pressed for 10 seconds. The dash will go into test mode - advance the tests with the button until you get to the temperatures section and leave it there. Go for a drive and watch the constantly updated figures!

This also works on other Fords, Focus and Mondeo being two others I've tried. Hope that helps.

Here's the full list:

1.Shows a Gauge Sweep
2. Shows all ACL on the LCD (LCD TEST)
3. Turns on all the annunciators on the dash (BULB TEST)
4. Displays hexadecimal value for ROM level (FirmWare Revision)
5. Displays the hexadecimal value for EE level
6. Shows DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) ---------------------> THIS IS VERY, VERY, VERY HANDY!
7. Digital Speedometer - mph
8. Digital Speedometer - kph
9. N/A
10. Digital tachometer
11.Fuel volume
12. Engine coolant temperature
13. Battery voltage
14. ABS/TRACS Error Code
15. Electronic brake distribution (EBD) failure
16. Illumination
17. Crank Sense

That was posted by TurboZutek on the UK forums wasn't it ? Word for word repost

http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums...ndpost&p=37128
:togo:

Better than that, get a Scangauge for very little and have the ability to display it all as gauges (which is what we do)

msnealo · 15-08-2009, 08:36 AM

While your reading Candyman can you post the pictures (or take some) of your rear interior lights? I really want to put some in. (sorry for the hijack)

Fi.ES.TA · 15-08-2009, 09:44 AM

Yup sure was and just what i was looking for as its starting to ****ss me it not having a temp gauge.

macou · 16-08-2009, 03:55 PM

The scanguage looks really cool. Does anyone know if the WS fez CL has an OBD2 socket anywhere and if so where? I looked but can't find one :(

Candyman2 · 16-08-2009, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by macou

The scanguage looks really cool. Does anyone know if the WS fez CL has an OBD2 socket anywhere and if so where? I looked but can't find one :(

You will find it in the little drop down compartment by the drivers right knee.

All the models have it.

macou · 17-08-2009, 09:24 AM

Thanks Candyman, found it.

dannyhilton · 17-08-2009, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msnealo

While your reading Candyman can you post the pictures (or take some) of your rear interior lights? I really want to put some in. (sorry for the hijack)

Now you see him, now you don't! Just like his interior lights...

msnealo · 17-08-2009, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by RapidTyphoon

Now you see him, now you don't! Just like his interior lights...

I thought the same. Anyone would think they didn't exist.

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Candyman2 · 17-08-2009, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msnealo

I thought the same. Anyone would think they didn't exist.

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It is responses like that which mean I won't bother posting photos.

Enjoy

msnealo · 17-08-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Candyman2

It is responses like that which mean I won't bother posting photos.

Enjoy

Nice cop out. You never had them in the first place.

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I've already got a set of LED's that I'll hopefully be putting in this weekend and will gladly share with those of you who want rear illumination if they work out.

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dannyhilton · 17-08-2009, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Candyman2

It is responses like that which mean I won't bother posting photos.

Enjoy

Oh look who suddenly appeared the second his name was uttered in an unfavourable mannor yet manages to ignore us most the time. What annoys me though is that you attempt to disprove all our findings with our cars despite not backing up any of your claims with proof. Don't want to sound rude, but I honestly don't see the point mate?

Sorry to hijack, I just needed to say that.

dannyhilton · 19-11-2009, 08:47 PM

Sorry to bring up an old thread, but I can't get it to work?

doctamick · 19-11-2009, 10:12 PM

It should work pretty much as stated above... While the key is in the ignition and in the off position, press the "tripmeter reset button" (located on the bottom right hand side of the tachometer). Then immediately turn the key to start the car, while keeping the tripmeter reset button pressed. Hold the button until the information display between the tacho and speedo changes to the "test" mode (should take approximately 5 to 10 seconds).

What model do you have? It is possible that this test diagnostic mode is only available on models with the trip computer (i.e. LX and Zetec).

dannyhilton · 19-11-2009, 10:18 PM

Wasn't holding it in while the car was in the off position *doh* Thanks mate!

Franco Cozzo · 20-11-2009, 01:37 AM

I got the CL, will it work on that?

greenfoam · 20-11-2009, 06:12 AM

Rapid, I'll use this to check what software it's running so you can compare

StormyKnight · 20-11-2009, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by greenfoam

Rapid, I'll use this to check what software it's running so you can compare

Yep me too, post your build date, if you've had an upgrade, auto-manual etc to see if we can work out a pattern...

Knowledge is power!

greenfoam · 21-11-2009, 03:36 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5R-c...eature=related

Here's a youtube about it

dannyhilton · 21-11-2009, 10:05 AM

Mmm my car is down the street somewhere on a count I was intoxicated last night. When I pick it up, or find it, either way, I'll check the stats on it. This will be good if we can all share data.

GoesLikeAZetec · 22-11-2009, 03:49 PM

Ahhh I knew i'd seen this thread before, but you guys seem to have found it...

Has anyone tried it yet? Has it shown up the firmware version?

I think its a great idea to compare what versions we all have..

dannyhilton · 22-11-2009, 10:01 PM

Tried it but didn't take much notice. The digital km readout was useless, unless I'm looking at the wrong screen lol.

greenfoam · 23-11-2009, 02:49 PM

I've been trying, doesn't seem to work for me

csv8 · 23-11-2009, 05:42 PM

Works on my WQ Zetec...

dannyhilton · 23-11-2009, 10:02 PM

I remember this popping up on my WP Zetec. You have to hold the button in when the key is in the off position (so you can take it out) then quickly turn the key and start. Hold on till it pops up, a few seconds after the car starting.

StormyKnight · 24-11-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by RapidTyphoon

Tried it but didn't take much notice. The digital km readout was useless, unless I'm looking at the wrong screen lol.

Perhaps you where reading the mph? Car a little slugglish to 100? LOL

dannyhilton · 24-11-2009, 11:13 PM

I'll try it midday tomorrow when I'm off work. But it shows three numbers and none of them were the 60km/h I was driving.

doctamick · 25-11-2009, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RapidTyphoon

I'll try it midday tomorrow when I'm off work. But it shows three numbers and none of them were the 60km/h I was driving.

The digital speed shown in the test mode includes the first decimel place. That is, 59.8km/h shows 598. On mine, thie digital speed seems around 5% under, compared to the speedo. This is likely to be more accurate than the speedo, but I haven't compared it with GPS readings.

dannyhilton · 25-11-2009, 09:01 PM

Well as per usual I didn't get away from work, but I did egt away at 6:30!! Tomorrow I'll give it a go...

LOL I didn't think of that doctamick *blonde moment*

dannyhilton · 29-11-2009, 10:15 AM

Ok. Yeah I'm slow but I finally got around to it last night. You actually don't have to turn the car on, just hold in the button and switch to ignition.

I'm running Firmware RAE (rAE) according to this and my forth option. But I have heaps more options than this list. Not sure what they check, but at least another 10. So what Firmware are you guys running? Have I done it right lol?