Ford DTC Reader Instructions
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE INSTRUCTION SHEET BEFORE YOU PROCEED
DTC CODE READER OPERATION
The Superchips MAX MicroTuner is equipped to function as a Diagnostic Trouble Code
(DTC) Reader for Ford OBDII equipped vehicles. Using the keypad on the MAX
MicroTuner, you can read and reset logged DTCs. Using the chart of DTCs that follows,
you can interpret each of the DTCs.
1. Connecting the Superchips MAX MicroTuner to Your Vehicle
With the Ignition Switch in the OFF position,
locate the diagnostic connector under the dash
near the steering wheel or under the glove box
and connect the MAX MicroTuner cable to the
diagnostic connector. (See Figure 1)
When connected, the MAX MicroTuner will run a
self-test. When the self-test is finished the MAX
MicroTuner will display the message:
Begin with Ignition
OFF Press >
Insure the Ignition Switch is OFF, then press the
> key on the keypad. The MAX MicroTuner
alternately displays the following messages:
Turn Ignition ON
Do NOT START Eng
Press >
to Continue…
Turn the Ignition Switch to the ON Position. Press the ‘>’
key on the keypad. The MAX MicroTuner will beep and display the message:
A=Tune Vehicle
B=Diagnostics
2. Selecting Tune Vehicle / Diagnostics
Press ‘B’ to select the DTC Reader Functions. The MAX MicroTuner will beep and display
the message:
Read the DTCs?
YES or NO
Press ‘NO’ to go directly to the DTC Clearing DTCs at Step 4 below.
Press ‘YES’ to first read currently stored DTC
