IDSTrainingUserManual12 2007

Technical Service Training
Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS)
CG 8266/S en 12/2007
TC1011023H
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Service training programs D-F/GT1 (GB)
Preface
Vehicle electrics and electronics are becoming more and more important in the modern motor vehicle. In addition
to the generally heightened safety requirements, customers are making ever increasing demands in terms of comfort
and convenience. Today, many functions are inconceivable without electronics. This is reflected in the significant
increase in the number of electronic modules in comparison to older vehicles.
In order to further increase their functionality and functional reliability, these systems are linked together via
comprehensive data bus systems. Individual system faults can influence several systems and consequently can be
very difficult to locate using conventional diagnostic methods.
In order to meet these increased requirements, the WDS (Worldwide Diagnostic System) has been superseded by
the new IDS (Integrated Diagnostic System) after six years of service.
The two-day IDS training course provides the user with an overview of the hardware, including the hardware of
the PTU (Portable Test Unit) CF-19 series, of FordEtis IDS and of the IDS Standard functions.
Completion of the eLearning program "Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS)" (TC101 1 021C) is a prerequisite for
the study of this Student Information.
This Student Information is based on the FordEtis IDS software version 1.714 and the IDS Standard software
50.00.200.
NOTE: The diagnostics software used is subject to continuous development. Depending on the software version
available, there could therefore be differences between the test procedures described in this brochure and the IDS
screenshots. Refer to Lesson 1 of the Student Information CG 8231/S for more detailed information about the PTU
CF-18 series.
Please remember that our training literature has been prepared for FORD TRAINING PURPOSES only. Repairs
and adjustments MUST always be carried out according to the instructions and specifications in the workshop
literature. Please make full use of the training offered by Ford Technical Training Courses to gain extensive
knowledge of both theory and practice.
Service Training (G1047772) 1

Table of Contents
PAGE
Preface............................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction...................................................................................................................... 6
General...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Lesson 1 – Component Description

PTU (Portable Test Unit).............................................................................................................................. 8
VCM (Vehicle Communication Module).................................................................................................... 14
VMM (Vehicle Measurement Module)....................................................................................................... 16
Test and measurement adapters.................................................................................................................. 18
Storage system............................................................................................................................................... 23
Docking station......................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Miscellaneous................................................................................................................................................ 25
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 26
Lesson 2 – System Installation

Hardware....................................................................................................................................................... 28
PTU................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
IDS cabinet........................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Software......................................................................................................................................................... 29
Diagnostic software........................................................................................................................................................... 29
VCM/VMM driver............................................................................................................................................................ 29
System recovery................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Software update............................................................................................................................................ 31
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 32
Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS

General.......................................................................................................................................................... 33
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 33
"Online/offline" application.............................................................................................................................................. 33
IDS start screen................................................................................................................................................................. 33
IDS main menu.................................................................................................................................................................. 33
FordEtis IDS start screen................................................................................................................................................... 34
"Vehicle" tab................................................................................................................................................. 35
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General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Vehicle Lookup.................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Vehicle Sessions................................................................................................................................................................ 35
"Information" tab........................................................................................................................................ 37
"Information" tab............................................................................................................................................................... 37
"Diagnostic" tab........................................................................................................................................... 38
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 38
IDS Session Summary....................................................................................................................................................... 38
Symptom Selection............................................................................................................................................................ 38
Diagnose............................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Repair Validation Code (RVC).......................................................................................................................................... 39
Warranty Dealer Codes (WDCs)....................................................................................................................................... 40
Manual Diagnosis.............................................................................................................................................................. 40
Repair................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Post Repair........................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Toolbox.............................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 45
Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation (IDS Standard)

Initial screen...................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Screen layout..................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Training program............................................................................................................................................................... 50
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 52
Lesson 5 – Diagnostic and Test Routines (IDS Standard)

General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Vehicle Lookup.................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Full Diagnostics................................................................................................................................................................. 55
Guided Diagnostics........................................................................................................................................................... 55
Ending and saving the diagnosis ("session")..................................................................................................................... 57
Calling up a previously saved session............................................................................................................................... 58
Trace.................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 62
Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)

General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Digital Multimeter (DMM).......................................................................................................................... 64

General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 64
Basic functions.................................................................................................................................................................. 65
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Additional functions.......................................................................................................................................................... 65
Oscilloscope................................................................................................................................................... 67
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 67
Basic functions.................................................................................................................................................................. 67
Saving test results and settings.......................................................................................................................................... 74
Calling up saved measurement results and reference signal waveforms........................................................................... 74
Self-test.......................................................................................................................................................... 76
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Fault codes......................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Datalogger..................................................................................................................................................... 78
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 78
Basic functions.................................................................................................................................................................. 78
Module Programming.................................................................................................................................. 88
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 88
Programmable Module Installation................................................................................................................................... 89
Module Reprogramming................................................................................................................................................... 89
Programmable Parameters................................................................................................................................................. 89
Network Test.................................................................................................................................................. 90
General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 90
Signal generator/monitor (SGM)................................................................................................................ 91

General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Basic functions.................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Drivetrain...................................................................................................................................................... 96
Fuel System Test - petrol engine....................................................................................................................................... 96
Fuel Economy Test - petrol engine.................................................................................................................................... 98
Fuel System Test - diesel engine....................................................................................................................................... 99
Delphi common rail system...................................................................................................................................................................... 99
Fuel Economy Test - diesel engine.................................................................................................................................... 100
Ignition Test....................................................................................................................................................................... 101
Power Balance................................................................................................................................................................... 103
Relative Compression........................................................................................................................................................ 104
OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) test modes - OBD............................................................................................................. 105
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 108
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Lesson 7 – System and User Settings

General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 111
"IDS Configuration" button selection menu...................................................................................................................... 112
Screen calibration..................................................................................................................................................................................... 112
"IDS system control" button selection menu..................................................................................................................... 114
Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 120
Answers to the test questions........................................................................................... 121
List of Abbreviations........................................................................................................ 122
Service Training 5
Introduction
General
The IDS is the new, high-performance successor to the 1. The system is flexible in use.
WDS that has been in use since 1999. – The system functions are divided between
In addition to the increased performance in comparison different modules. This makes the individual
to the WDS, the IDS is of modular design. This provides components smaller and more lightweight than
the following benefits: on the WDS. Handling on the vehicle is
significantly simplified.
2. The system is flexible in the event of a defect.
– A diagnosis system is put under a lot of strain in
the workshop. If damage occurs, at least part of
the system can continue to be used until it is
repaired, depending on which component is
damaged.
3. The system is flexible in the event of a system
upgrade.
– The system can be adapted to new requirements
at low cost due to the replacement of individual
components.
The IDS consists of the following components:
PTU (Portable Test Unit)
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Introduction
The PTU is a high-performance, portable computer that Improved customer satisfaction

fulfils all the requirements for use in the workshop. The As a result of more accurate diagnosis and a reduction
previous PTU will be replaced by the CF-19 series in repeat repairs, the number of workshop visits will be
successor model in September 2007. reduced. Generally, a single workshop visit will be
VCM (Vehicle Communication Module) sufficient to rectify a fault.
The VCM acts as the interface to the vehicle modules. Early recognition of problems in the vehicle
It is connected to the PTU by means of a USB port. populations of individual markets
VMM (Vehicle Measurement Module) Through the continuous feedback regarding all
diagnoses and repairs performed, problems that may
The VMM contains all the measurement cards needed
arise in a number of vehicles are identified at an early
to record measured electrical variables (voltage, current,
stage. The relevant corrective actions can consequently
resistance, etc.). As is also the case with the VCM, it is
be initiated more rapidly.
connected to the PTU by means of a USB port.
Rapid updating of repair strategies
Connecting leads, adapters and transducers
Through publication of the applicable current repair
The connecting leads, adapters and transducers provide
strategies within the diagnostic sequence, it is ensured
the connection between the PTU, VCM and VMM and
that all the Ford workshops can permanently rectify the
the vehicle system to be tested.
fault.
Storage system
The storage system comprises the IDS cabinet, the Network connection
docking station and a trolley. The new functions are based on a regular connection
between IDS and the Ford IDS server.
FordEtis IDS software
Access to the Ford IDS server is available via both the
The new FordEtis IDS software significantly improves Ford Extranet CDS network and a conventional Internet
the current diagnostic capabilities. Vehicle diagnosis connection. A fast network connection is important for
will change fundamentally from the point of view of the system to function correctly. Therefore, Ford
the technician. recommends using a high-speed (broadband) connection.
Instead of receiving initial clues regarding the cause of The IDS is suitable for connection to a Wireless Local
a fault by reading out a fault memory as was the case Area Network (WLAN). WLAN offers a high level of
previously, fault diagnosis will be based on faults flexibility and high transmission speeds at relatively
reported by the customer. low cost. WLAN has been certified for use in Ford
The lessons learned in the workshop will be incorporated dealership networks.
directly into the further development of the IDS Contact your national Ford organisation for further
software. Software updates will be provided online in information on country-specific access requirements.
future, i.e. without having to take the time to distribute
a CD (Compact Disc) or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc).
Other features of the IDS software:
Integration of diagnosis in FordEtis
All the necessary information is published for the
technician in one medium. Time-consuming searches
in various publications are no longer necessary.
Consideration of fault symptoms and fault codes and
incorporation of previous values
Diagnosis is more reliable as it takes into account a
number of different fault finding approaches.

PTU (Portable Test Unit) Lesson 1 – Component Description
General
The PTU CF-19 series was introduced at the end of • Lithium-ion battery (10.65 V, 5.7 Ah)
September 2007 in response to the continuous further
development of the chip sets and microprocessors as • Integrated keyboard (with country-specific key
well as the increased requirements for maximum assignment)
performance with lower current consumption. This • Robust impact- and splash-proof housing
model is also a portable computer that has been
• Light weight (2.25 kg)
especially developed for use in adverse operating
conditions (workshop, outdoor use, etc.). Keyboard mode
The PTU has the following features:
• Intel® Centrino® Duo mobile technology, Intel®
Core™ Duo processor ULV U2400 (1.06 GHz, 2
MB L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)
• 1024 MB RAM (DDR2 SDRAM)
• 80 GB HDD
• Intel® 945 GMS graphics controller
• 10.4" touchscreen TFT colour LCD (Liquid Crystal
Display) with low reflection, can be pivoted and
swivelled
The PTU can be used either in keyboard mode or tablet
• Bluetooth® Version 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data mode. Tablet mode is recommended for workshop use.
Rate), wireless LAN with sliding switch for
switching on/off, LAN and modem integrated

Lesson 1 – Component Description PTU (Portable Test Unit)
Tablet mode WARNING: The touchscreen must not be

operated using sharp objects (screwdriver, etc.),
as this could cause irreversible scratches and/or
damage.
In tablet mode, entries are made via the touchscreen.
Screen input can be carried out with the stylus tethered
to the screen frame, or using the finger tips.
Stylus
For tablet mode the screen must be unlocked, swivelled

and folded down onto the keyboard. The screen is
unlocked using the "Release" slide button above the
keyboard.
Switching from keyboard to tablet mode
1 Stylus location in screen frame
Switches
ON/OFF switch
The ON/OFF switch is located on the right-hand side

on the front of the housing.
1 Slide and hold the "Release" slide button

2 Swivel the screen
3 Screen swivelled and folded down onto keyboard

Function buttons Enter button

The button's function corresponds to that of the Enter
key on the keyboard.
Rotate screen display
This button rotates the screen display in stages. The
screen rotates 90° anticlockwise every time the button
is pressed.
Indicator lights
1 Screen brightness (brighter/darker)

2 Show keyboard
3 Enter button
4 Rotate screen display
5 Switch users
On the left-hand side on the front of the housing are six
membrane buttons that can be used to control important
additional functions.
Show keyboard Located above the function buttons are six indicator
lights that show the respective operating status of the
Pressing this button calls up a virtual keyboard on the
PTU.
screen. This allows keyboard functions to be accessed,
for example in tablet mode.
Indicator light Indicator light Status Function

colour
1 Green Lights up Wireless active if wireless LAN, Bluetooth® and/or wireless
continuously WAN are connected and ready. It indicates the ON/OFF status
of the wireless connection.
2 Green Lights up Wireless WAN status (only for models with wireless WAN)
continuously
Green Flashes Wireless connection is established
3 Green Lights up Caps lock activated
continuously
4 Green Lights up Numerical key function active (the keyboard features an area
continuously that can be used as a number pad)
5 Green Lights up Roll button active (function available depending on the soft-
continuously ware)
6 Green Lights up Hard drive access
continuously

Located above the ON/OFF switch are two indicator

lights that show the respective operating status of the
PTU.

colour
1 Green Lights up External voltage supply active, charge level equal to or greater
continuously than 95%
Green Flashes PTU in high-temperature mode, charge level equal to or greater
quickly than 80%
Yellow Lights up Battery charging
continuously
Yellow Flashes Battery too hot (charging not possible)
quickly
Red Lights up Battery charge level equal to or less than 9%
continuously
Red Flashes Battery/charge system fault
quickly
Green/yellow Flashes Hard disk warm-up active
alternately
2 Green Lights up Unit switched on
continuously
Green Flashes Stand-by state active
(every 3
seconds)

Connections Underside of the housing
Left-hand side of the housing
1 Port for the docking station (behind the sliding

cover)
1 Mains connection
2 PTU serial number
2 USB port 1
3 Operating system serial number
3 IEEE 1394 interface port (Firewire)
The port for the docking station is located on the
4 Modem port
underside of the housing, behind a sliding cover. Before
5 LAN (Local Area Network) port the PTU can be attached to the docking station, the cover
6 SD card slot and indicator light must be opened by hand.
7 PC card slot There are two stickers on the underside of the housing
8 Express card slot showing the serial numbers of the PTU and the operating
system.
9 Wireless LAN switch
The RAM (Random Access Memory) module slot is
Back of the housing installed beneath the docking station port.
Battery and hard drive

WARNING: The battery and the hard drive
must only be removed when the PTU is switched
off. Failure to observe this stipulation can result
in damage to the PTU/hard drive.
1 Microphone and headphone port

2 USB port 2
3 Screen port (VGA port)
4 Serial interface (16550A-compatible)

Right-hand side of the housing
1 Hard drive
2 Battery
The battery and the hard drive are located on the
right-hand side of the housing, behind their respective
covers.
The battery and hard drive should only be removed from
the unit in the event of a repair being necessary.
Carrying handle and stand
A carrying handle is provided on the top of the unit for

safe transportation of the PTU.
There is a fold-down stand on the underside of the
housing to provide stability during use.

VCM (Vehicle Communication Module) Lesson 1 – Component Description
General The VCM is powered by the vehicle battery.
Indicator lights
The VCM establishes the connection between the PTU

and the vehicle modules.
Five indicator lights that show the operating status of
It is connected to the PTU by means of a USB data
the VCM are located underneath the plastic cover.
cable. On the vehicle, connection is achieved via the
data link cable on the DLC (Data Link Connector).
Indicator Indicator light Function

light colour
1 Yellow VCM connected to the vehicle
2 Green VCM operating
3 Red Voltage supply active
4 Green Access to RAM
5 Yellow Communication between the VCM and PTU active
VCM memory/software between the PTU and the VCM must not be
interrupted. Doing so could result in the VCM
The VCM has an integrated RAM on which the malfunctioning or being destroyed.
necessary driver software is stored.
If new driver software is available (e.g. after a software
The driver software is provided by the PTU and is update), a message appears on the PTU screen. After
checked for updates every time the VCM is connected confirming the message, the up-to-date driver is
to the PTU. installed.
WARNING: While the driver software is being Installation takes approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
transferred (indicator light 4 lights up), the PTU
must not be switched off and the connection
Technical data
Designation
Supply voltage 8 V – 18 V DC (Direct Current), 12 V nominal
Current consumption Max. 4 A
Supported vehicle data protocols SCP, CAN (hi/med speed), ISO 9141, UBP, DDL, DCL
Supported PTU data protocols Ethernet 10/100 BaseT, USB/USB On-The-Go, RS-232
Housing Magnesium, splash- and shock-proof (max. 1 m drop height)

Lesson 1 – Component Description VCM (Vehicle Communication Module)
Designation
Permissible operating temperature/ 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F), 15 % to 85 % humidity (non-condensing)
humidity
Permissible storage temperature/ –20 °C to 70 °C (–4 °F to 158 °F), 15 % to 85 % humidity (non-condensing)
humidity
Size (H x W x L) 37 mm x 80 mm x 155 mm (1.46" x 3.15" x 6.1")
Weight 268 g (9.4 oz), without connecting leads

VMM (Vehicle Measurement Module) Lesson 1 – Component Description
General
C4 Secondary voltage transformer connection

C3 Connection for pressure transducer/current probe
The VMM contains the measurement cards needed for
the electrical and pressure measurements. The C2 Connection for black terminal probe lead
connection to the PTU is established via a USB data C1 Connection for red terminal probe lead
cable, as with the VCM. A Connection for battery cable
The VMM is powered by the vehicle battery. The H USB data cable connection (PTU)
battery lead must therefore be connected each time it is
used. For further information, please refer to "Test and
Indicator lights
measurement adapters, battery cable" in this lesson.
Connections
The connections for the test and measurement adapters
can be found on the top of the housing.
Four indicator lights for indicating the operating status

are located on the top of the housing.

colour
1 Green Flashes (1 Hz) Normal function
Green Flashes slowly Warm-up phase (only active at temperatures below 0°C)
(0.5 Hz)
Green Flashes quickly Too hot (VMM turned off)
(5 Hz)
2 Red Lights up Voltage supply active
continuously

Lesson 1 – Component Description VMM (Vehicle Measurement Module)

colour
Red Flashes Fault detected during booting
3 Green Flashes Access to RAM
4 Yellow Flashes Communication between the VMM and PTU active
VMM memory/software between the PTU and the VMM must not be
interrupted. Doing so could result in the VMM
As is the case with the VCM, the VMM has an malfunctioning or being destroyed.
integrated RAM for storing the necessary driver
software. Transfer/updating of the software takes place in the
same way as with the VCM.
WARNING: While the driver software is being
transferred (indicator light 3 flashes), the PTU
must not be switched off and the connection
Technical data
Designation
Supply voltage 8 V – 48 V DC, 12 V nominal
Current consumption Max. 3.8 A
Supported PTU data protocols Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, USB
Housing Magnesium, splash- and shock-proof (max. 1 m drop height)
Permissible operating temperature/ –20 °C to 50 °C (–4 °F to 122 °F), 15 % to 95 % humidity (non-condensing)
humidity
Permissible storage temperature/ –20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F), 15 % to 95 % humidity (non-condensing)
humidity
Size (H x W x L) 73 mm x 160 mm x 180 mm (2.9" x 6.3" x 7")
Weight 1400 g (3.1 lb), without connecting leads

Test and measurement adapters Lesson 1 – Component Description
The test and measurement adapters provide the 16-pin data link cable
connection between the individual components and the
vehicle system to be tested.
USB data cable (x 3)
The 16-pin data link cable connects the VCM to the

16-pin DLC located in the vehicle.
Data exchange between the VCM and the vehicle
The PTU is connected to the VCM and the VMM via modules takes place via the in-vehicle communications
the USB data cables (4 m and 7 m). network.
The excess cable can be coiled up and secured with the Battery cable
Velcro strip provided.
USB hub
The VMM is connected to the vehicle battery using the

battery cable.
The USB hub has a fixing screw to enable it to be firmly It is connected to jack A on the VMM.
attached to the USB port on the PTU. The battery cable supplies the VMM with power at the
Using the USB hub protects the USB port on the PTU operating voltage. At the same time, the battery voltage
from premature wear and damage. can be measured directly.

Lesson 1 – Component Description Test and measurement adapters
Red/black terminal probe lead Probe adapter kit
The red and black terminal probe leads are needed for
measurements using the digital multimeter and
oscilloscope integrated in the IDS.
The connectors to the VMM are identical for both
terminal probe leads. The PTU indicates the correct
connection when setting up the digital
multimeter/oscilloscope. If the cables are connected
incorrectly, this is detected by the PTU/VMM and the
correct connection is indicated again.
Measurements can be saved/confirmed using the push
button on the red terminal probe. For further information
please refer to Lesson 6 "Toolbox (IDS Standard),
1 Probe adapter kit I
Digital multimeter or oscilloscope".
2 Probe adapter kit II
The red terminal probe is fitted with a white LED (Light
Emitting Diode) to illuminate the measuring point. The 3 Probe adapter kit III
button must be pressed for 3 seconds to switch it on and CAUTION: If universal terminal probes are
off. used for measurements on the connectors,
damage may result. This damage may go
unnoticed and later result in failure of the
vehicle system or of the entire vehicle.
The exact fit terminal probes contained in the adapter
set prevent damage to contacts caused by expansion,
breaking off, etc. and should therefore always be used
when making measurements.
The adapters can simply be attached to the terminal
probe lead.

50 A current probe (optional) Pressure transducer
A current probe for a measurement range of 0 to 50 The pressure transducer enables measurement of
Amps is available as an option. hydraulic and pneumatic pressures of up to 34 bar/500
psi.
The current probe is connected to port C3 of the VMM.
The applied pressure is converted into an electrical
500 A current probe (optional) signal that is evaluated by the VMM and is displayed
as a measured variable on the screen of the digital
multimeter. For further information please refer to
Lesson 6 "Toolbox (IDS Standard), Digital multimeter".
The pressure transducer is connected to port C3 on the
VMM.
Different adapters (see below) enable connection of the
pressure transducer to various vehicle systems.
Adapter kit for pressure transducers
A second current probe is also available as an option.

This probe will measure currents of up to 500 Amps
(e.g. starter motor testing).
It is also connected to port C3 on the VMM, as with the
50 A current probe.
The adapter kit for the pressure transducer consists of

a pressure hose unit and several connecting tubes and
hoses.
These can be used to connect the pressure transducer to
vacuum hoses, intake manifolds, fuel lines, etc.

Lesson 1 – Component Description Test and measurement adapters
Transaxle adapter kit Adapter for ignition lead (x 4)
The adapters for the ignition leads are clamped directly

The transaxle adapter kit is used to test the gearshift and
via the secondary voltage lead.
modulating pressures of automatic transaxles. The
adapter kit consists of three different threaded Adapter for ignition coil-on-plug (x 4)
connections and an extension hose.
Secondary voltage transformer
The adapters for the ignition coil-on-plug are connected

to the top of the ignition coils.
Ignition systems can be tested with the secondary Self-test adapter

voltage transformer (maximum of four cylinders at the
same time).
Depending on the vehicle's ignition system, the
secondary voltage transformer can be fitted with
different adapters for tapping the voltage.
The self-test adapter is used to test the VMM interfaces

within the framework of the IDS self-test.

For further information please refer to Lesson 7 "System

Utilities and User Preferences, "IDS system control"
button selection menu, System Utilities, Run System
Diagnostics".

Lesson 1 – Component Description Storage system
IDS cabinet DVD drive
The IDS cabinet can be used to store the system. It can The DVD drive, which is required for installation of the
be mounted on a wall, table (workbench) or, if available, IDS software, is located underneath the docking station.
on a WDS trolley. The button for opening and closing the drive drawer is
The cabinet contains located on the front of the housing on the right. Two
green indicator lights indicate operational readiness and
• the docking station,
drive activity. The main switch (ON/OFF) is located on
• the DVD drive and the rear of the housing.
• the two power supply units for the docking The drive is connected to the docking station via a USB
station/PTU and DVD drive. cable.
The IDS cabinet can be locked using a commercially
Power supply units
available padlock (shackle dimensions: 21 mm x 21
mm, 6 mm diameter).
Docking station
1 Docking station/PTU power supply unit

2 DVD drive power supply unit
WARNING: Only use the PTU CF-19 series in
The docking station establishes the electrical connection
the docking station provided for the PTU CF-19
between the PTU, a stationary power supply unit and
series. The power supply units of the PTU
the DVD drive.
CF-18 series and the PTU CF-19 series have
The PTU is connected via the contact strip at the front different output voltages. This can result in
of the docking station. There is a corresponding port on damage to the PTU.
the underside of the PTU, behind the sliding cover.
The two power supply units for the docking station/PTU
and the DVD drive are mounted on the DVD drive.

Storage system Lesson 1 – Component Description
Both power supply units are designed for mains voltages Transportation box
of between 100 and 240 volts AC (Alternating Current).
Trolley
The scope of delivery of the IDS includes a

transportation box that can be used to conveniently
transport all the components to the relevant location.
The transportation box features a holder for the VMM.
The IDS cabinet can either be mounted on the IDS

trolley, set up on the workbench or suspended on the
wall. A bracket for mounting the IDS cabinet firmly
onto the trolley is supplied with the cabinet.
The trolley provides sufficient storage space for all the
IDS accessories.
Carrying case
The carrying case holds the VMM and all the testing
accessories. It contains separate compartments in which
the accessories can be tidily stored.

Lesson 1 – Component Description Miscellaneous
Vehicle power supply unit
The vehicle power supply unit can be used to power the

PTU or charge the PTU battery via the vehicle socket
(cigarette lighter).
Connecting cables for the vehicle socket and the PTU
are included in the scope of delivery.

Test questions Lesson 1 – Component Description
Tick the correct answer or fill in the gaps.
1. What is the name of the IDS computer?

a. PDU (Portable Diagnostic Unit)
b. PTU (Portable Test Unit)
c. Docking station
d. Parallel docking interface
2. What is the purpose of the VCM?

a. The VCM charges the internal PTU battery.
b. The VCM contains the measurement cards needed to measure electrical voltages and currents.
c. The VCM contains the IDS diagnostic software.
d. The VCM establishes the connection between the vehicle modules and the PTU.
3. Which PTU port is the VCM connected to?

a. The PTU and VCM communicate on a wireless basis. Connection via a data cable is therefore not required.
b. The VCM is connected to the serial interface on the back of the PTU.
c. The VCM is connected to the USB hub in the case of the PTU CF-19 series.
d. The VCM is connected to the VGA port of the PTU.
4. What should you bear in mind when updating the VCM driver software?
a. The VCM must be sent to the manufacturer to update the driver software.
b. The driver software is checked by the PTU every time the VCM is connected, and updated if required.
c. The driver software is updated automatically when the VCM is connected to the VMM.
d. The driver software is transmitted to the VCM by the docking station on a wireless basis. Updating takes
place automatically when required.
5. What is the purpose of the VMM?

a. The VMM contains all the measurement cards needed to measure voltages, currents, resistances and pressures
using the IDS.
b. The VMM contains an additional battery with which the PTU can be operated for a long period of time
without being connected to the mains.
c. The VMM contains the DVD drive that is required for loading the IDS diagnostic software.
d. The VMM establishes the connection between the PTU and a network.

Lesson 1 – Component Description Test questions
6. How is the VMM powered?

a. The VMM has an internal battery that is charged via the PTU power supply unit.
b. Voltage is supplied by the vehicle battery via the battery cable supplied.
c. The VMM is supplied with voltage by the PTU.
d. The VMM does not need a voltage supply.
7. What is the purpose of the USB hub?

a. The USB hub is used to connect the USB data cables to the serial interface on the PTU.
b. The USB hub lengthens the USB data cables if needed.
c. The USB hub protects the internal PTU USB port from mechanical damage.
d. The USB hub establishes the connection between older and newer types of USB port.

Hardware Lesson 2 – System Installation
PTU
Before initial start-up, the PTU must be fully assembled:
1. Insert the battery.
– Do not touch the electrical contacts with your
fingers.
2. Attach the carrying handle.
3. Attach the stylus to the screen frame by means of
the securing cord.
4. Insert the USB hub into the USB port on the
left-hand side of the PTU housing and fasten using
the screw.
For further information on assembly, please refer to
"Panasonic operating instructions CF-19 series".
IDS cabinet
The cabinet can be suspended on a wall or mounted on
a workbench or on the WDS trolley.
The following criteria should be taken into account when
choosing where to set up the unit:
• good accessibility for all users,
• availability of mains and network connections
(wired/wireless),
• device manufacturer's safety instructions (no damp
rooms, potentially explosive areas, etc.),
• statutory occupational safety authority regulations
(minimum width of escape routes, etc.).
Two plug sockets are required for connection to the
mains supply.
Once a suitable location has been found, the IDS cabinet
must be assembled:
1. Install the DVD drive.
2. Install the power supply units for the DVD drive and
docking station/PTU, route the power supply cable
in accordance with the specifications, switch on the
DVD drive.
3. Attach the docking station to the support using six
screws.
4. Connect both power supply cables.
For detailed information on assembly, please refer to
the accompanying assembly instructions.

Lesson 2 – System Installation Software
Diagnostic software VCM/VMM driver

WARNING: For reasons of operational
reliability, only software approved by Ford may
be installed on the PTU. Failure to observe this
stipulation can lead to malfunctions and/or data
loss.
The PTU is supplied with a pre-installed operating
system (Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP2).
The Windows® operating system has been adapted for
use with the IDS. Should it become necessary to recover
the system, the operating system is also provided on a
recovery DVD. It can only be used on the original PTU.
For further information refer to "System recovery" in WARNING: While the driver software is being
this lesson. transferred, the PTU must not be switched off
The diagnostic software is contained on one or two and the connection between the PTU and the
further DVDs and must be installed before initial use VCM or VMM must not be interrupted. Doing
of the system. so could result in the VCM/VMM
malfunctioning or being destroyed.
Depending of the country and period of use, the
following diagnostic applications are available: Driver installation takes place automatically as soon as
the VCM/VMM are connected for the first time.
• FordEtis IDS software
– The FordEtis IDS software is contained on the System recovery
FordEtis IDS and the VCM DVD, Version
09/2007 or later. Should software problems arise, the system can be
restored to its delivery status using the "Recovery"
• IDS Standard software
DVD.
– For installation of the IDS Standard software, the
VCM DVD, Version 2007.7 IDS 50 or newer is NOTE: This option should only be used on the
required. instruction of the Technical Hotline for the IDS. If your
PTU has been configured for LAN or wireless
For installation, the "Administrator" user profile must connections, these will all be lost and need to be set up
be selected and activated through entry of the password again.
("welcome").
NOTE: The recovery DVD is a consumable, therefore
there are costs involved in replacing it if it is lost. You
should therefore keep the DVD in a safe place.
Proceed as described below to start the PTU software
recovery, however only after consultation with the
Technical Hotline for the IDS.
• Insert the PTU into the docking station.
• Insert the recovery DVD.
• Switch on the PTU. The recovery starts
automatically.
The further steps are described in the relevant

installation instructions provided.

Software Lesson 2 – System Installation
• When installation is complete, follow the on-screen

instruction and switch the PTU off.
• Switch on the PTU and install and configure the IDS
software as instructed from step 5 onwards in the
Quick Start Guide.
If the DVD with the FordEtis IDS software is available,
install this as per the instructions also.

Lesson 2 – System Installation Software update
General Depending on the configuration of the software, the IDS

Standard software updates will be automatically
To ensure that FordEtis IDS and IDS Standard are downloaded every 24 hours when the switched-on PTU
always up-to-date, software updates must be is connected with the Ford network. A pop-up window
downloaded. The PTU must be connected with the Ford informs the user that software updates are available.
network to receive the software updates. The software updates are downloaded by clicking on
A distinction is made here between: the button.
• FordEtis IDS software updates and The manual software update is performed under the
system utilities in IDS Standard (see Lesson 7 "System
• IDS Standard software updates
Utilities and User Preferences").
FordEtis IDS software updates
Clicking on the "Update Manager" tab opens a screen

containing the following information:
• Status of the last check for updates ("Current Status")
• Software status ("Software")
• Available updates ("Content")
After the "Check For Updates" button is clicked on, the
system checks whether there are any new updates
available.
If new data is available it is displayed and, after the
"Download" button is clicked on, downloaded.
If more than seven days have passed since the last
"Check For Updates", then no more Repair Validation
Codes (RVCs) will be generated (see Lesson 3 "FordEtis
IDS" for more about RVCs). To generate new RVCs,
the PTU must be connected with the Ford network and
the "Check For Updates" button clicked on.
IDS Standard software updates

There are two ways of downloading the IDS Standard
software update:
• Automatic software update
• Manual software update

Test questions Lesson 2 – System Installation
1. With which operating system is the PTU supplied?

a. Microsoft® Windows® 2000
b. Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional SP2
c. Mac OS X
d. FordEtis 3.1
2. What user profile needs to be selected for software installation?

a. "Technician"
b. "IDS Administrator"
c. Either "Technician" or "IDS Administrator" can be selected for software installation
d. No user profile needs to be selected for software installation
3. At what intervals must online updates be performed?

a. Every two weeks
b. Once a month
c. After seven days at most
d. Online updates are not needed

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS General
General IDS main menu

In the FordEtis IDS, diagnosis is integrated in the Following login, the IDS main menu appears.
familiar FordEtis environment. This lesson provides an
overview of the new functionalities.
For information on the other FordEtis functionalities,
please refer to the eLearning program "FordEtis", TC101
1 018C (FordEtis > Training > eLearning).
FordEtis IDS is subject to continuous further
development. The actual screen content may therefore
differ slightly from that shown here.
"Online/offline" application
FordEtis IDS requires a connection to IDS and the Ford
network on a regular basis. In exceptional cases, e.g. 1 "FordEtis IDS" button
during mobile use without access to the network, 2 "IDS Configuration"
FordEtis also provides an IDS "offline" mode: button("IDS-Configuration")
• Most of the technical information and diagnoses are 3 "Support" button
available in "offline" mode. For this purpose, the 4 "Log Off" button
data is stored locally on the hard drive of the PTU.
5 "Exit" button
• "Online" mode is required for performing regular
updates of this data and for certain functionalities "FordEtis IDS" button
such as OASIS (On-line Automotive Service Clicking on the "FordEtis IDS" button opens the
Information System) and GSEVIN. application.
"IDS Configuration" button
IDS start screen
Clicking on the "IDS Configuration" button opens the
selection menu for the Windows® Control Panel.
For further information please refer to Lesson 7 "System
Utilities and User Preferences, IDS Configuration"
button selection menu".
"Support" button
Clicking on the "Support" button opens an online fault
finding assistant in FordEtis.
NOTE: This function is continuously expanded and
updated.
"Log Off" button
When the PTU is switched on, the start screen appears.
Clicking on the "Log Off" button deactivates the
The start screen offers two user profiles. selected user profile. The start screen appears again.
The "Administrator" user profile serves exclusively for "Exit" button
installation of the necessary software (see Lesson 2
"System Installation"). When using the system, the Clicking on the "Exit" button switches off the PTU.
"Technician" user profile should always be selected.
Following selection, the IDS main menu appears.

General Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS
FordEtis IDS start screen

Safety screen
After starting the application, the FordEtis IDS start

screen appears with the safety screen. The safety screen
provides information on the necessary safety precautions
associated with the FordEtis IDS.
After reading and confirming the safety screen ("Close"
button), it closes and (user) login can be continued.
Login
In order to use FordEtis IDS, the new user must register

with the system.
Registration is performed via the "First time user"
button using the FordEtis username and password.
The PTU must be connected to the Ford network
during registration ("online" mode).
Login is carried out by selecting the relevant username
and clicking on the "Login" button. No connection to
the Ford network is necessary ("offline" mode).
When the "Online" icon above the tabs is lit up, this
indicates that "online" mode is activated.

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS "Vehicle" tab
General With manual vehicle entry, the model and build date
are selected. The on-screen display then switches to the
When the "Vehicle" tab is selected, the following "Vehicle Summary" submenu on the "Information" tab.
submenus become available: Clicking on the "Launch IDS Standard" button launches
• Vehicle Lookup IDS Standard. For further information please refer to
Lesson 4 "General Operating Instructions (IDS
• Vehicle Sessions
Standard)".
The submenus can be opened by selecting the relevant
tabs. Vehicle Sessions
Vehicle Lookup
1 Current session
2 Locally stored diagnostic sessions
1 VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) entry
3 Centrally stored diagnostic sessions
2 Automatic VIN lookup
3 Manual vehicle entry The "Vehicle Sessions" submenu shows all the
diagnostic sessions that have been started and stored for
The VIN can be looked up either automatically or the previously identified vehicle.
manually.
A distinction is made between three categories:
With automatic vehicle lookup, the system reads the
"Current Session":
VIN from the relevant module of the vehicle being
tested. The PTU must be connected with the vehicle Available "offline", is generated when the vehicle has
being tested via the VCM to this end. been identified.
The process is started by clicking on the "Get VIN" "Locally Stored Diagnostic Sessions":
button. The VIN identified is displayed in the VIN entry Available "offline", displays all the diagnostic sessions
field. for the vehicle stored in the PTU.
With manual vehicle lookup, the VIN is typed in the "Centrally Stored Diagnostic Sessions":
entry field.
Only available "online", displays all the sessions for the
When the "Search" button is clicked on, the PTU vehicle stored via the Ford network if the user has
retrieves the vehicle data relating to the VIN from the logged into the Ford network.
local database ("offline" information).
Stored "online" sessions can be accessed from any IDS.
The on-screen display then switches to the "Vehicle This allows, for instance, started but interrupted
Summary" submenu on the "Information" tab. The diagnostic sessions to be resumed using a different IDS.
symptom-based diagnostic routine can be started from If necessary, the Technical Hotline can access sessions
this screen. stored "online" in order to provide assistance.
The current status of all the sessions is displayed.

"Vehicle" tab Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS
Clicking on the "View" button opens the trace.

Clicking on the "Restore" button enables the session to
be resumed, for example to perform the repair or the
necessary post repair operations.
Clicking on the "Delete" button deletes the session.
Trace
The trace provides a summary of the operations carried

out during the course of a session.
The operations are listed in chronological order.

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS "Information" tab
"Information" tab
1 Link to the "Diagnostic" tab

2 Link to the "Vehicle" tab
The "Information" tab contains the following submenus:

• Vehicle Summary
• Mechanical Repairs
• Body & Paint
• Wiring Diagrams
• Check Sheets
• FSA
• Vehicle Conversions
• Parts Catalog
The functions are identical to those in FordEtis.
Clicking on the link to the "Diagnostic" tab
automatically opens the "Session Summary" screen -
IDS.
Clicking on the link to the "Vehicle" tab opens the
"Vehicle Sessions" screen.

"Diagnostic" tab Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS
General IDS Session Summary

NOTE: In order to be able to start diagnosis, the PTU
must be connected to the vehicle being tested via the
VCM and the vehicle must be identified via the VIN.
The "Diagnostic" tab contains the following submenus:
• Session Summary IDS
• Symptom Selection
• Diagnose
• Repair
• Post Repair
• Manual Diagnosis 1 Link to the symptom selection
• Toolbox 2 Vehicle configuration
When the "Diagnostic" tab is opened, the PTU
communicates with the modules in the vehicle. After
this test is finished, the data is analysed and the vehicle
configuration is displayed on-screen.
Clicking on the "Symptom Selection" link opens the
symptom selection.
A summary of the work steps can be called up at any
time once symptom selection has been performed.
Symptom Selection
NOTE: When selecting the symptoms, only ever select With FordEtis IDS, diagnosis is started by selecting the
one at a time. If the customer has a number of concerns, current fault symptom(s).
address the concerns one after the other.

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS "Diagnostic" tab
The fault symptoms listed describe the faults from the Navigation within the fault symptom selection list is
customer's viewpoint. During selection it should be performed using the navigation arrows located at the
ensured that the customer's description of the fault is bottom.
reproduced as accurately as possible. Several symptoms Once selection is complete, click on the "Continue
can be selected to this end. Diagnosis" button.
Diagnose
After completing selection of the symptoms, the

necessary diagnostic procedures are listed.
Repair Validation Code (RVC)
Depending on the relevant fault symptoms, the When using FordEtis IDS, the mechanic will be guided
diagnostic procedures may consist of through the diagnosis based on the customer symptoms
that are selected.
• pinpoint tests,
• operational checks,
• information on existing TSBs,
• information on available new module calibrations,
• etc.
The corresponding test status ("State") is indicated to
the right of each diagnostic step.
If a component or repair has been deemed necessary to
rectify the customer concern, IDS will identify the
component or repair. A Repair Validation Code (RVC)
will be generated for the selected components/repair The RVC consists of 13 characters. It is a randomly
types. The RVC can only be generated if a warranty generated, encrypted code that contains the following
dealer code (WDC) has been set up. information:
If system-based diagnosis is not available for the • Authorised repair for warranty repairs (warranty
selected fault symptom, the user is offered the option dealer code)
of selecting another symptom or "Manual Diagnosis"
as an alternative. • VIN

• Identity of the defective component or repair to be This procedure only needs to be performed once for
carried out each PTU. The WDC can then be selected in the
• The method used to generate the RVC drop-down list box.
NOTE: If an RVC has been generated, the mechanic Please note: The WDC selected must exactly match
must record it on the repair order and the warranty the code used by the warranty administrator on any
administrator must enter it on any related warranty related warranty claim. If not, the warranty claim will
claim. be rejected.
RVCs can also be generated in "Manual Diagnosis" The correct format of a WDC is as follows:
mode. • 3-digit ISO country code, for example DEU, ESP,
FRA, GBR, ITA, followed by
Warranty Dealer Codes (WDCs) • 5- to 7-digit code for the Authorised Repair (AR
A Warranty Dealer Code (WDC) is necessary for code) that is specified when asserting a warranty
generating a Repair Validation Code (RVC). claim for the repair (in the same format as in the
software for recording warranty claims).
At a certain point in the diagnostic session, the mechanic
will be requested to select the corresponding WDC if If unsure, please check with your warranty administrator.
an RVC is required for a warranty repair. An RVC is generated by clicking on the "Warranty
Repair" button.
If no RVC is required, click on the "Repair" button.
Manual Diagnosis
"Manual Diagnosis" is only available once all the
diagnostic routines have been carried out or when no
symptom-based diagnostic routine is available for the
relevant fault symptoms.
"Manual Diagnosis" begins with a network test during
which all the diagnosis-capable modules in the vehicle
are interrogated.
1 Drop-down list box
The main topic "Manual Diagnosis" contains the
2 "Warranty" tab
following subtopics:
3 "Manage Warranty Dealer Codes" link
• Instructions
4 "Repair" button
• 3D View
5 "Warranty Repair" button
• Symptom Messages
If a WDC has not yet been set up in the PTU, click on
• Identify Failure
the "Manage Warranty Dealer Codes" link or on the
"Warranty" tab. Next enter the WDC in the appropriate Instructions
field together with a description in the adjacent field
and then click on the "Add" button. "Instructions" contains information on the available
manual diagnostic tools.

3D View
3D View
1 Pop-up window
2 IDS "Launch IDS Standard" button
In the 3D view, the results of the network test are All the IDS Standard functions can be accessed as
displayed in the form of a list and a graphic required by clicking on the "Launch IDS Standard"
representation of the vehicle. button - IDS
Key:
Symptom Messages
• Green text -> Module responding, no fault stored
An OASIS enquiry is performed when the symptom
• Red text -> Module responding, fault stored messages are selected. This enquiry refers to the entered
• Grey text -> Module not responding (not installed, symptom. An online connection must be established for
faulty power supply to the module, etc.) this application.
If a module is selected, its installation location in the Identify Failure

vehicle is displayed and a pop-up window appears. The
pop-up window contains information on the selected If a fault has been identified using IDS Standard or
module, for example part number and fault codes stored another tool, the user must go back to the FordEtis IDS
in the module. and select "Identify Failure".

Identify Failure
1 Group
2 Section
3 Component
NOTE: The RVC can only be generated if a warranty NOTE: This has no effect on the coding for warranty
dealer code (WDC) has been set up. claims. Artificial causal parts (ACP codes) should be
used in this case also for coding claims.
The appropriate group, section and the defective
component are selected in the "Identify Failure" screen. If the information is correct, clicking on the "Confirm"
"Other" is selected if the component is not listed in the button displays one of the following:
drop-down menu. The selection must be confirmed by • No RVC required for this repair
clicking on the "Select" button.
• An RVC
The screen changes after this button is pressed so that
the selection can be checked again. If there is a problem • Contact Ford Technical Hotline.
with the selection, it can be changed using the "Edit"
button. If "Other" was selected when selecting the
No RVC required for this repair
component, the order number of the component must
be entered.
If the cause of a repair cannot be assigned a component
with an order number or if labour time is all that is
required, proceed as follows:
• "9999999" (seven nines) must be entered if an
assembly needs to be replaced and the fault was
caused by an internal component (e.g. failure of
engine and timing chain).
• "1111111" (seven ones) must be entered if just labour
time was required.

This message must be noted by the mechanic on the The RVC must be noted on the repair order before the
repair order. The necessary repair information is repair is continued with. The necessary repair
displayed by clicking on the "Repair" button. information is displayed by clicking on the "Repair"
button.
RVC
RVC generated by the hotline
If the selected component/repair type necessitates the
mechanic calling the hotline, the mechanic can enter
remarks or additional information in a field provided
for this purpose.
The data is saved to the diagnostic session file after
clicking on the "Continue" button.
In order to transmit the diagnostic session file, the IDS
must be connected with the Ford network.
You can check whether the diagnostic session file has
been transmitted in the "Vehicle Sessions" section on
the "Vehicle" tab.
If the diagnostic session has been transmitted, the

mechanic needs to place a phone call to the Technical
Hotline.
If the Hotline technician agrees with the diagnosis, he
will generate an RVC and tell it to the mechanic.
The mechanic must enter the RVC in the field of the
same name on the PTU. The RVC must also be noted
on the repair order.
Clicking on the "Continue" button displays the necessary
repair information.

Repair As soon as the PTU is connected to the Ford network,

the system checks whether there are any vehicle sessions
on this PTU that have not yet been transmitted to Ford.
If this is the case, a red field containing "Feedback ready
to send, click here" appears in the top right-hand corner
of the screen.
After completion of diagnosis, the user is referred to

the repair information available in FordEtis.
This may include:
• Removal and installation instructions
The authentication screen opens when the "Feedback
• Descriptions of operation
ready to send, click here" link is clicked on. The vehicle
• Module programming sessions are automatically transmitted following login.
• etc.
Toolbox
Post Repair
The functions of the IDS Standard toolbox are available

After completion of the repair, the user is referred to when the "Toolbox" tab is opened.
the post repair information, e.g.
• Erasing the fault memory
• Activating service functions (e.g. bleed the HCU)
• Performing module resets
• etc.
The vehicle session is automatically saved once the post
repair operations have been completed.

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS Test questions
1. What is the advantage of a diagnostic session stored via the Ford network?
a. The session is stored permanently.
b. The session is assigned to the relevant vehicle.
c. The session can be accessed and resumed from any FordEtis IDS access point.
d. The session is updated automatically.
2. What is the purpose of the "Vehicle Sessions" tab?

a. The "Vehicle Sessions" tab lists all the necessary operations for the current diagnosis.
b. The "Vehicle Sessions" tab displays all the equipment options for the vehicle.
c. The "Vehicle Sessions" tab displays the time required for the diagnostic work.
d. The "Vehicle Sessions" tab can be used to call up stored diagnostic sessions.
3. "Manual Diagnosis" is only available once all the diagnostic routines have been carried out or when no
symptom-based diagnostic routine is available for the relevant fault symptoms.
a. True
b. False
4. According to what criteria are the stored "Vehicle Sessions" distinguished?

a. New sessions, old sessions
b. Today's sessions, yesterday's sessions
c. IDS sessions, WDS sessions
d. Current sessions, locally stored sessions, centrally stored diagnostic sessions
5. From where is "Manual Diagnosis" started?

a. Toolbox
b. Network test
c. Diagnostic routines
d. Multimeter
6. The repair validation code (RVC) is only generated for components.

a. True
b. False

Test questions Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS
7. When is symptom-based diagnosis completed?

a. When the repair has been performed.
b. After a repair validation code (RVC) has been generated.
c. After the necessary post repair operations have been performed.
d. After manual diagnosis has been completed.
8. The symptom-based diagnostic routine is automatically started when the vehicle is manually selected.
a. True
b. False

Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation
(IDS Standard)
Initial screen After manual vehicle entry, IDS Standard can be

launched by clicking on the "Launch IDS Standard"
button.
The "IDS System Control", "Vehicle entry" and

"Toolbox" basic functions can be selected using the
buttons shown at the top left of the top tab row.

(IDS Standard)
The "IDS System Control" button calls up the menus

for the user preferences and IDS-specific system utilities
and information. For further information please refer to
Lesson 7 "System Utilities and User Preferences, IDS
System Control" button selection menu".
"Vehicle entry" button
The "Vehicle entry" button calls up the vehicle or
diagnosis selection screen. For further information
please refer to Lesson 5 "Diagnostic and Test Routines
(IDS Standard), Vehicle identification".
"Toolbox" button
The various tools for vehicle diagnosis are called up
using the "Toolbox" button. For further information
please refer to Lesson 6 "Toolbox (IDS Standard)".
Screen layout
1 "IDS System Control" button
2 "Vehicle entry" button The IDS screen is divided into the following areas:
3 "Toolbox" button • Top tab row
"IDS System Control" button • Diagnosis/tool window

• Bottom tab row
• Status bar
• Side button control bar

(IDS Standard)
1 Top tab row 7 "Back" button

2 Diagnosis/tool window 8 "Information" button
3 Bottom tab row 9 "Select system options" button
4 Status bar 10 "Training program active" icon
5 Pop-up window 11 "End session" button
6 Side button control bar
Top tab row Status bar

The three buttons for system control appear on the A variety of information can be shown in the status bar:
left-hand side of the top tab row. These are
complemented by the buttons for the currently open • PTU activity:
tools and diagnostic routines. – For example during communication between the
PTU and the vehicle module
Diagnosis/tool window
• Auxiliary information when a button is clicked on
Information regarding the currently active diagnosis or for a certain time:
the active tool is displayed in the diagnosis/tool window.
– The function of the selected button is explained.
Bottom tab row • Auxiliary information when a "hotspot" is clicked
on for a certain time:
The bottom tab row contains further buttons that are
used to select the subfunctions of the active – The meaning of the acronym shown is explained.
diagnosis/tool. For further information, please refer to "Hotspots"
in this lesson.

(IDS Standard)
Side button control bar Clicking on the "Information" button shows additional
information on the activated diagnosis/tool.
The side button control bar is located on the right-hand
side of the screen. The "Enter" button (tick symbol) is displayed at the
bottom, depending on requirements. This is used to
The "Select system options" button can be seen at the
confirm screen entries.
top. When clicked on, a pop-up window appears in
which various system options are available, depending Pop-up window
on the application (e.g. memory functions, abort
diagnosis, print screen, etc.). Pop-up windows (selection, warning or information
window) are sometimes shown on the screen.
The "Information" and "Back" buttons are located in
the middle of the side button control bar. When a pop-up window is displayed, one of the buttons
displayed in the pop-up window must be
Depending on the application, the "Back" button can selected/clicked on. Other functions remain deactivated
be used to return to the previous level. while the pop-up window is open.
Hotspots
1 Hotspot (PATS)
2 Description (passive anti-theft system)
The coloured, underlined acronyms on the screen are

so-called "hotspots".
Training program
Touching the acronym displays the meaning of the The IDS features a training program that can be used
acronym in the status bar. The description appears in to practice operating IDS Standard.
the menu language selected.

(IDS Standard)
The training program includes simulation of a connected

vehicle. No vehicle needs to be connected.
The training program can be called up under "System
Utilities". If a diagnosis has already been started, it must
first be finished.
"Training program active" icon
Training program activation is indicated by the

"Training program active" icon. The "Training program
active" icon can be found at the bottom right in the status
bar.

Test questions Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation
(IDS Standard)
1. Where is the "Select system options" button located on the screen?

a. At the top right in the side button control bar.
b. At the bottom right in the status bar.
c. At the bottom left in the bottom tab row.
d. At the top left in the top tab row.
2. What must be borne in mind with pop-up windows (selection, warning or information windows) that
are shown on the screen?
a. The pop-up windows indicate an IDS system fault and should be printed out and kept at hand when contacting
the IDS hotline.
b. The system will only continue to operate when one of the options in the pop-up window has been
selected/confirmed.
c. The pop-up windows provide additional information for inexperienced users. However experienced users
can ignore them.
d. The pop-up windows indicate that the PTU is overloaded and that diagnosis has been aborted.
3. What is meant by a "hotspot"?

a. A "hotspot" is a diagram of the top view of a vehicle.
b. A "hotspot" is a warning indicating that the PTU battery must be charged.
c. After touching a "hotspot", an explanation of the acronym used appears in the status bar in the lower
right-hand part of the screen.
d. A "hotspot" is a printout of the last screen displayed.
4. Where on the screen is a PTU activity shown, for example during communication between the PTU and
the vehicle module?
a. Top tab row
b. Status bar
c. Pop-up window
d. Side button control bar

Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation Test questions
(IDS Standard)
5. What is the advantage of the "Training program" in training mode?

a. The training program has an additional protective function. This prevents damage to the PTU in the event
that an inexperienced user makes the wrong entries.
b. The training program guides the user through vehicle diagnosis with the aid of additional information
screens.
c. A list of simulated vehicle faults is issued in the training program. One of these faults can be incorporated
into a vehicle by a different person and fault detection can then be practiced.
d. The training program simulates a connected vehicle. Therefore it is not necessary to connect it to a vehicle.

Lesson 5 – Diagnostic and Test Routines
(IDS Standard)
General The tools available will be described later in Lesson 6

"Toolbox (IDS Standard)".
The IDS provides three different test methods:
1. "Full Diagnostics" for older vehicles (models up
to approximately 1999) with a diagnostic sequence
specified by the IDS
2. "Guided Diagnostics" for newer vehicles (models
from approximately 1998) with a diagnostic sequence
that is recommended by the IDS but can be modified
by the user at any time
3. Special (measuring and testing) tools for a diagnostic
sequence that is specified solely by the user
Vehicle Lookup
Vehicle selection menu
Selecting "Start New Session" starts automatic vehicle Selecting "Manual Vehicle Entry" starts manual vehicle
identification. The PTU must be connected with the identification. The user must select the vehicle
vehicle via the VCM to this end as identification is themselves using the selection list displayed. The PTU
performed via the PCM (Powertrain Control Module) does not need to be connected to the vehicle for this.
installed in the vehicle. Selecting "Previous Sessions" opens a selection menu.
This selection menu allows you to call back up
diagnostic sessions that were previously started and
ended with "Hold" or diagnostic sessions that were

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finalised and ended with "Complete". For further "Diagnosis" button

information please refer to "Ending/saving diagnosis"
in this lesson.
"VDR Upload" lets you configure the vehicle data
recorder for the test or read it out after the test.
NOTE: The VDR is not available in Europe.
Full Diagnostics
"Full Diagnostics" is only available for older vehicles
up to approximately model year 1999.
It guides the user through the entire system diagnosis,
whereby all test routines must be run through in a Clicking on the "Diagnosis" button displays a list with
specified sequence. four options at the top left of the screen.
Vehicle Lookup System selection
Once the system to be tested has been selected and

diagnosis started, the user is guided precisely through
all the individual diagnostic steps and instructed to
initiate certain vehicle operating states (switch on the
ignition, open a door, etc.).
Vehicle identification must initially be performed NOTE: In order to obtain the correct test results it is
manually (via "Manual Vehicle Entry", see above). The very important to follow the on-screen information
user is prompted to make several entries so that the carefully and to perform all instructions precisely.
vehicle can be properly identified by the system.
Occasionally, the user will be asked to repeat a
The "Diagnosis" button then appears in the top tab row measurement or test. This may be required for the
on the screen. diagnostic sequence and does not necessarily indicate
a fault.
Guided Diagnostics
"Guided Diagnostics" is available for vehicles from
approximately model year 1999. In contrast to "Full
Diagnostics", the user can perform the diagnostic steps
in any order. Diagnostics steps that are not required can
be omitted.

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Vehicle identification is performed automatically (see The vehicle identified is then displayed and must be
above). Once the "Vehicle Entry" button (initial screen) confirmed by the user. The "Diagnosis" button then
has been selected and the relevant interface entered, the reappears in the top tab row.
IDS prompts the user to establish the connection
between the PTU/VCM and the vehicle. Diagnostic Menu
Once the system to be tested has been selected from the
list and diagnosis started, the diagnostic menu appears
on the screen.
1 "Confirm action" button
The relevant individual tests are listed on the left-hand

side of the screen. Depending upon the function selected
on the left, additional information appears on the
right-hand side of the screen.

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Test procedure
1 Tick
1 Dot 2 Cross
2 Arrow 3 Question mark
3 Highlighting 4 Selection symbol
An arrow marks the next step suggested by the IDS. The tick indicates that no fault was found during the
diagnostic step.
The highlighting indicates which test will be performed
after the "Confirm action" button is clicked on. The cross indicates that a fault was found during the
diagnostic step.
The question mark indicates that the result of the
diagnostic step was inconclusive.
The selection symbol ("hand") indicates that further
diagnostic steps lie beneath this diagnostic step.
Ending and saving the diagnosis

("session")
The IDS offers several options for ending a session.
Clicking on the "End session" button (on the left in
bottom tab row) opens a menu with the following
selection options:

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1 "Vehicle Lookup" button

2 "Trace" button
3 "End session" button
Hold
Calling up a previously saved session
The current session is cancelled and saved for later
continuation. All movie records made (datalogger, Automatic call-up
ignition test and fuel economy test) are also saved. During vehicle identification, the IDS compares the
For further information on movie recordings please refer vehicle data acquired with the data already saved in
to Lesson 6 "Toolbox (IDS Standard), Datalogger, other sessions. If a session that was started but not
"Camera" button". completed is found for the vehicle, the option of aborting
the learning process and calling up the previous session
Complete
again appears.
The completed session is ended and all the data acquired
Clicking on the "Confirm action" button restarts the
in it (vehicle and diagnostic data) is saved for 60 days.
previous session.
Movie recordings are not saved.
Clicking on the "Cancel" button continues the normal
Delete
vehicle identification and thus starts a new session.
The current session is ended. All data acquired is
deleted.

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Manual call-up For further information please refer to "Vehicle Lookup"

in this lesson.
Saved sessions can also be called up manually on the
initial screen via the "Previous Sessions" menu item. The session list appears after selecting "Previous
Sessions".
Session list
1 VIN 7 "Save session" button

2 Vehicle model 8 "Load session" button
3 Repair order number 9 "Save/load session" button (network)
4 Date 10 "Sort session list" button
5 "Option menu" button (for deleting sessions) 11 "Back" button
6 "Delete session" button 12 "Confirm action" button
The session can be called up by selecting and confirming The following additional functions can be performed
the relevant session. using the buttons in the side button control bar on the
right.
• Save sessions to external storage media such as a
USB stick, external hard drive or load sessions from
external storage media.
• Save or load a session via the network (this option
is only available if the IDS is already connected to
a network).

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• Delete individual or multiple sessions. Saving the session to external storage media
• Sort the session list (according to user, date, vehicle If a session is to be saved to an external device, the
type, VIN or repair order number). session must first be ended using "Hold" or "Complete".
The session is then selected from the selection list and
the "Save session" button is clicked on.
If the session was ended via "Hold" ("Held Sessions"),
an additional screen appears with an overview of all the
individual steps in this session.
Steps overview
1 Tool used 3 Session number

2 File name 4 File size
The individual steps can be combined for saving. Selection is via the "Vehicle Entry" button in the top
tab row and the "Trace" button in the bottom tab row.
Trace
The trace provides the opportunity to call up the session
steps and the associated test results in the form of a
table.

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Trace – selection of display modes
1 "Vehicle entry" button

2 "Select item type" button
3 "Trace" button
The scope of the displayed data can be selected via the

"Select item type" button.
• Technician View (Full Diagnostics)
• Technician View (After Fault)
• Freeze Frame Data
• Complete View

Test questions Lesson 5 – Diagnostic and Test Routines
(IDS Standard)
1. The IDS provides vehicle-dependent "Full Diagnostics" or "Guided Diagnostics". What is the special
feature of "Full Diagnostics"?
a. With "Full Diagnostics", the user can skip test steps that do not correspond to the fault symptom.
b. With "Full Diagnostics", the user can perform individual diagnostic steps in any order and skip them if
necessary.
c. "Full Diagnostics" guides the user through all test steps in a predetermined, fixed sequence.
d. With "Full Diagnostics", existing faults can be skipped.
2. How is vehicle entry performed for "Guided Diagnostics"?

a. Vehicle entry is performed automatically after the PTU is connected to the vehicle.
b. Vehicle entry must be performed manually by the user.
c. Vehicle entry is superfluous for "Guided Diagnostics".
d. Vehicle entry is performed manually via entry of the VIN.
3. How are sessions that have been started but not completed ended correctly?
a. Clicking on the "End session" button and then "Complete" saves all current data and thus keeps it available
for later continuation of diagnosis.
b. Clicking on the "End session" button and then "Hold" saves all current data and thus keeps it available for
later continuation of diagnosis.
c. Clicking on the "End session" button and then "Delete" ends the current session and keeps it available for
continuation at a later date, if required.
d. Switching off the PTU stores all diagnostic data and keeps it available following a restart.
4. What should be given special attention if a session is to be saved externally?

a. The session must first be saved internally (in the PTU) and can only be saved externally after the PTU has
been restarted.
b. The externally saved session is automatically deleted after 60 days.
c. The session must first be saved internally and can then be selected from the session list and saved to an
external storage medium.
d. The externally saved session is only available as a trace.
5. If a session is stored under "Complete", all movie recordings are also stored.
a. True
b. False

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
General Selection list without vehicle identification
In addition to the previously-described diagnostic and

test routines, the IDS provides the experienced user with
further measuring and testing tools. These can be divided
into two groups:
• unspecified tools and
• specified tools.
1 "Toolbox" button
Unspecified tools are general measuring tools that can
be used on several systems.
Specified tools are specially designed for the relevant
vehicle system to be tested. They can only be called up
once vehicle identification has been carried out.
Selection list after vehicle identification (example)
The relevant selection list appears after the "Toolbox" The number of specified tools available depends on the
button has been clicked on. vehicle.

Digital Multimeter (DMM) Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
General • Resistance
The digital multimeter integrated in the IDS is used to • Pressure

measure the following variables: • Frequency
• Voltage The following screen appears after start-up.
• Current

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Digital Multimeter (DMM)
Basic functions If frequency measurement is selected, an additional

menu from which various measuring modes can be
Measurement mode selection selected appears on the left-hand side of the screen.
Determining the ground input channel
1 DC voltage
2 AC voltage
1 Channel selection
3 Battery voltage (via battery cable)
2 Activated input channel for reference potential
4 Current
5 Resistance For voltage and resistance measurements, the digital
multimeter provides the option of sourcing the reference
6 Pressure
potential via the black terminal probe or the black
7 Frequency terminal on the battery cable. The relevant selection list
The measurement mode selection buttons are located appears after the "Channel selection" button has been
in the left-hand half of the screen. After selection of the clicked on.
desired measurement mode, the user is prompted via a The input channel activated in each case is displayed
pop-up window to connect the relevant terminal probes on the screen.
or measuring transducers to the VMM.
Additional functions
Measurement mode selection – frequency measurement
The following measurement options can be selected
depending on the selected measuring range.
1 Frequency
2 Period
3 Duty cycle
4 Pulse width high
5 Pulse width low

Digital Multimeter (DMM) Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Additional screen display functions
1 Minimum value display for present measurement

2 Real value display for present measurement The selected additional functions are displayed on the
(normal operating mode) screen below the measurement display.
3 Maximum value display for present measurement
4 Zero calibration (only available for current,
resistance and pressure measurements)
5 Reference value determination
6 Updating - measured value storage
7 Measured value storage
8 Measurement tone ON/OFF
• Reference value determination
– The existing measured value is specified as the
starting point for other measured value displays.
• Updating - measured value storage
– The measured value display is updated.
• Measured value storage
– The present measured value display is fixed.
Clicking on it again causes the display to be
released.
– The function can also be called up via the button
on the red terminal probe.
• Measurement tone ON/OFF
– Resistance measuring range: Acoustic continuity
test
– Voltage measuring range: Measured value
changes are also confirmed acoustically if
minimum/maximum value display is active.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Oscilloscope
General The main menu via which the oscilloscope is set up for
the relevant measurement appears on the right-hand side
The oscilloscope integrated in the IDS is a digital of the screen.
storage oscilloscope with four channel inputs.
Channel 1 - 4
Basic functions • This is used firstly to select and configure the desired
measurement channel(s).
Main menu
• The oscilloscope provides the option of using up to
four measurement channels for one test. All signals
are then displayed simultaneously on the screen.
Time Base
• Selecting the time base (X-axis)
Trigger
• Selecting the individual trigger functions
Calculations
• This can be used to select additional functions for
measured value filtering or evaluation.
Cursors
• Two reference cursors can be displayed on each
channel for voltage and timing measurements.
History
• If this is selected, the signal trace on the screen is
saved.
Options
• The background colour of the screen can be changed
with this function.
After selection, the relevant submenus are opened; the
functions in these submenus will be described in detail
following the basic functions.

Oscilloscope Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Measuring screen
1 "Start/stop" button 6 "Reset horizontal signal waveform positioning"

2 "Channel selection" button button
3 "Automatic configuration" button 7 "Horizontal signal waveform positioning" buttons
4 "Screen size" button 8 "Plus/minus scaling" buttons
5 "Zoom function" button 9 "Encyclopedia" button
"Start/stop" button "Channel selection" button

• This starts or stops the measurement. • The input channels activated by the user (please refer
to "Main menu, Channel 1 – 4" below) are displayed
• After stopping, the last signal display is retained until
a restart is performed. on the screen when the respective "Channel
selection" button is clicked on.
• The signal traces of all activated input channels are
displayed simultaneously on the screen. An
identifying colour is assigned to each channel and
the related signal. Following selection of a signal, it
is highlighted (thicker signal line) as the primary
signal.

"Automatic configuration" button Automatic measurement configuration

• If this is selected, the measurement configuration is
automatically adapted for an active measurement.
This enables the visibility of the signal to be
improved without the time-consuming search for a
suitable measurement configuration.
• A held measurement is restarted after selecting
automatic configuration.
"Screen size" button
• This button can be used to enlarge or reduce the
screen area available for signal display. When the
display area is enlarged, the main menu is hidden.
If automatic configuration is selected, the oscilloscope
"Zoom function" button provides preset measurement configurations for the most
• This button can be used to enlarge/reduce the screen important vehicle-specific signal tests:
scale. • Channel 1 - 2
"Reset horizontal signal waveform positioning" – Preset measurement configurations for testing
button electrical sensors and actuators (e.g. inductive
crankshaft position sensor) and CAN bus systems.
• This button can be used to reset horizontal signal
waveform positioning to the original position. • Channel 3 - 4
• The reset can be performed individually for each – Preset measurement configurations for testing the
activated input signal. For this purpose, the relevant ignition system (secondary side) and for tests with
channel must be selected via the appropriate the current probes.
"Channel selection" button beforehand. If the signal is displayed on the screen, the individual
"Horizontal signal waveform positioning" buttons measurement parameters can be changed by the user.
• These buttons can be used to shift the signal Manual measurement configuration
vertically on the measuring scale.
"Plus/minus scaling" buttons
• The "Plus/minus scaling" buttons can be used to
change the vertical/horizontal graduation, i.e. the
display range for the voltage and the time.
"Encyclopedia" button
• The "Encyclopedia" button can be used to call up
information on the oscilloscope.
Channel 1 - 4
The measurement parameters can be set (measurement
configuration) either manually or automatically for each
of the four channels.

If manual configuration is selected, the submenu example, several oscilloscope channels are
containing the measurement parameters to be set opens: occupied by signals and the clarity on the screen
• Sense is therefore lost.
– Depending upon the selected channel (1 – 4), the Time Base

interface (e.g. red terminal probe lead, battery
cable, current probe, etc.) for the signal input can
be specified.
• Scale
– This is used to define the measuring range (Y-axis
on the screen). The figure designates the voltage
level between two graduation marks on the
screen.
• Coupling
– DC (direct current voltage): Normal setting
– AC (alternating current voltage): Internal
coupling of the measurement signal to a capacitor This function can be used to set the horizontal resolution
in order to filter out alternating current (X-axis) of the signal waveform.
components superimposed on a large signal and • Scale
display them better.
– Determines the measuring range that lies between
– GND (ground): Short-circuiting the channel input two graduation marks on the screen.
(not the measurement signal!) to ground, for
• Zoom
calibrating the unit only.
– Enlarges the screen area that lies between two
• Filter graduation marks.
– Using the filter functions, residual ripple (signal
noise) can be filtered out of signal traces. Faults Trigger
in the signal waveform can thus be minimised. The trigger ensures that the time signal display sweep
• Invert (x-axis on the screen) is triggered at a certain point, for
– This function is used to reverse (invert) the signal example when a preset signal level is reached.
display on the screen. This can simplify the As the display of the signal trace generally starts at the
evaluation of the signal waveform for certain left-hand side of the screen, this stabilises the display
tests. of an apparently "flowing" signal. This makes the
• Display evaluation of the signal to be tested considerably more
simple.
– This function is used to hide/show the signal
display on the screen. The measurement remains The trigger pulse can be derived from the measurement
active in the background. This is helpful if, for signal to be tested or from an auxiliary signal applied
to another measurement channel.

1 "Trigger" button
2 "Trigger selection" button
The trigger menu offers the following options: "Trigger" button

• Source • The vertical and horizontal position of the trigger
– Defines the input channel for the trigger signal. pulse in the signal waveform can be selected via the
"Trigger" button.
– As soon as a channel is selected, the automatic
trigger search is activated at the start of • When the button is clicked on, the trigger screen is
measurement. called up (a T appears in the tool bar). The trigger
position can be shifted using the "Horizontal signal
• Edge waveform positioning" buttons.
– Defines whether the trigger pulse should be "Trigger selection" button
derived from the rising or falling edge of the
signal. • This button allows the user to change the input
channel for the trigger signal without having to make
• Mode (auto, normal, one shot) a new selection from the trigger menu. The button
– Defines the mode of operation of the trigger. selects the next trigger channel in ascending
numerical order.
• This button is only available if at least two input
channels are activated.

Calculations • V Max: Highest measured voltage

The oscilloscope provides the user with a multitude of • V RMS: Effective value of the measured voltage
aids for measurement evaluation. (differential averaging of displayed voltage range)
With the calculations provided, signal values (voltage Frequency-related options:
level, frequency, etc.) can be displayed numerically on • Freq: Frequency of the measured voltage (specified
the screen. in Hz)
Calculation selection list • Period: Total cycle time (specified in s)
• PulseWidthHigh: High value of the pulse width
(specified in s)
• PulseWidthLow: Low value of the pulse width
(specified in s)
• DutyCycleHigh: Duty cycle high amplitude
(specified in percent)
• DutyCycleLow: Duty cycle low amplitude (specified
in percent)
The measured value is shown at the bottom left-hand
side of the oscilloscope screen.
Deactivation is performed via "None".
Cursors
Using the cursor function, voltage and timing
measurements can be performed directly on the
The selection is made separately for each input channel. oscilloscope screen.
Voltage-related options:
• VP to P: Voltage difference between the lowest and
the highest measured level
• V Min: Lowest measured voltage

Screen with the cursor function activated
For this purpose, the user can assign any start and end
points to the signal with a marking (cursor). The two
cursors are designated with "A" and "B" and consist of
a horizontal and a vertical guide line.
Control is via the arrow buttons on the left-hand side
and bottom of the screen. Switching is performed via
the "A" and "B" buttons in the right-hand side button
control bar. The cursors are reset with the "A"/"B"
button at the bottom left-hand side of the screen.
The voltage or time values that lie "between" the two
cursor positions are shown at the bottom right of the
screen.
Clicking on a "Channel selection" button returns the
system to normal operating mode.
History
This function can be used to "freeze" the signal curves
on the screen. The measurement proceeds continuously
so that the entire signal trace, from the start to the end
of the measurement, appears on the screen.

Clicking opens the following submenu: The measurement results and measurement
• ON configurations can be saved. Clicking on the "Select
system options" button opens the following submenu:
• OFF
• Print
• Clear History
• Select a Printer and Print
– If this is selected, the current screen display is
reset without recording being interrupted. • Load Saved Setup
– Loads the measurement configurations stored
This function is extremely helpful in the case of
under "Save Setup".
intermittent faults.
• Save Setup
Options
– Saves the measurement configurations under a
If this is selected, a help menu is opened with which the freely selectable file name.
background colour of the oscilloscope screen can be • Delete Saved Setup
adjusted.
– Deletes the previously saved measurement
The following options are available: configurations.
• Default (factory setting, black) • Save Waveform
• Grey – Saves the signal waveform with a freely
• Green selectable file name and a short description.
• Blue • Exit
Saving test results and settings Calling up saved measurement results

and reference signal waveforms
"Select system options" button
Reference signal waveforms for the most important
vehicle-specific tests are saved in the IDS. These can
be used for comparison during testing.

Selection list
1 "Delete signal waveform" button 4 "Save floppy disk" button

2 "Select signal waveform" button 5 "File" button
3 "Load floppy disk" button
When the "File" button in the bottom tab row is clicked Deleting measurement results that are no longer needed:
on, a two-column selection list with the saved signal • Measurement results (signal waveforms) saved by
waveforms appears. Reference waveforms saved by the the user can be deleted using the "Delete signal
manufacturer appear on the left-hand side ("Factory waveform" button.
Saved") and any measurement results previously saved
by the user appear on the right-hand side ("User Saved"). • After this button is clicked on, a selection list with
For further information please refer to "Saving all the measurement results saved by the user
measurement results and settings" in this lesson. appears. After highlighting and confirming it, the
measurement result is permanently deleted.
In order to call up the desired reference waveform or
the previously saved measurement result, the relevant Saving/loading measurement results:
signal waveform must be highlighted and confirmed. • Measurement results previously saved by the user
The reference signal waveform appears on the screen can be saved to the hard drive or another storage
as a freeze image. The associated settings and any medium using the "Save floppy diskette" button.
descriptions are shown on the right-hand side. • In the same way, measurement results already
available on the hard drive or another storage
medium can be loaded with the "Load disk" button.

Self-test Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Specified tools self-test in the toolbox, a subassembly list is opened

from which the system or module to be tested can be
After vehicle identification has been completed by the
directly selected.
IDS, the specified tools for the relevant vehicle are
available in the toolbox. For a quick overview of all the systems installed in the
vehicle, the IDS provides the option of interrogating the
General fault memories of all vehicle systems at the same time.
Using the self-test, the fault memories of the

diagnosis-capable modules installed in the vehicle can
be read. Following selection and confirmation of the
Self-test (example)
1 "Delete" button
2 "Repeat test" button
If a question mark is displayed after a fault code, the

IDS provides a more in-depth test for localising the
cause.
Set fault codes can be deleted using the "Delete" button.
For this purpose, the fault code to be deleted must be
selected and the button subsequently clicked on.
The self-test can be restarted by clicking on the "Repeat
test" button.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Self-test
Fault codes
Two types of fault are distinguished for fault code
interrogation:
• ODDTCs (On Demand Diagnostic Trouble Codes)
– These are currently existing faults.
• CMDTCs (Current Memory Diagnostic Trouble
Codes)
– These are saved intermittent faults.
– These faults are determined by the system and
saved during vehicle utilisation, i.e. they do not
necessary exist at the time of fault code
interrogation (e.g. a loose contact in a supply
line).
Depending on the system, the freeze frame data for
certain fault codes is also displayed (e.g. engine
management, convertible top).

Datalogger Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
General With the vehicle modules used today, only some of the
signal inputs/outputs are subjected to a plausibility
The datalogger enables the input and output signals of check. Therefore, faults can be diagnosed using the
vehicle modules to be called up directly and to be datalogger that, under certain conditions, could not be
influenced to a certain extent. detected by the system itself during self-diagnosis.
Signal test during engine control (example)
The signal inputs/outputs can be tested on a stationary

as well as on a moving vehicle. Thus, even sporadic
Basic functions
faults that only occur under actual driving conditions The datalogger is started, as with all other IDS tools,
can be detected. by selection from the toolbox and subsequent
confirmation. When the datalogger is activated, the
"Datalogger" button appears in the top tab row.
Firstly, the vehicle system to be tested must be selected
from the subassembly list and then confirmed.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Datalogger
Signal selection
1 "Signal selection" button

2 "Load signal selection" button
3 "Delete" button
After confirmation, a display appears with the selectable With the "Save signal selection" and "Load signal
signals. selection" buttons, individual user signal selections can
be saved with a freely selectable file name and a short
The signals are selected or deselected by touching them.
description and can be reloaded at a later date.
Selected signals are shown with a black background
and are described in the status bar. Following confirmation of the affected selection, the
signals are shown on the screen.
Several signals can be selected for a test (depending
upon the display size). The sampling interval is reduced If the number of selected signals exceeds the capacity
with an increasing number of selected signals, i.e. the of the display, a scrollbar appears on the right-hand side
signal display is updated less often by the PTU. If the of the screen with which the screen display can be
sampling interval is reduced too much, individual signals shifted.
appear with a yellow or red background. The number The signal selection and display can be adapted by the
of signals to be displayed must then be reduced by the user at any time during the test.
user.
For certain signals, a selection appears with which the
display units can be changed.
Clicking on the "Delete" button deselects all the signals.

Buttons in bottom tab row
1 "System selection" button

2 "Signal selection" button
3 "Measuring screen" button
4 "Movie" button
In the bottom tab row, there are four buttons with which
the basic screens of the datalogger can be called up:
• "System selection" button
– This button returns the user to the system
selection, for example in order to start the
datalogger for the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System). 1 "Select system options" button
• "Signal selection" button 2 "Camera" button
– Calls up the signal selection. 3 "OSC mode" button
• "Measuring screen" button 4 "Signal display" button
– Calls up the signal display. 5 "Sequence" button
• "Movie" button 6 "Recording times" button
– Plays back the previously saved signal traces. 7 "Zoom vertical larger" button
8 "Zoom vertical smaller" button
Additional functions 9 "Delete" button
In the side button control bar (right-hand side of the 10 "Signal expansion" button
screen) there are further buttons with which additional
11 "Signal reduction" button
measurement settings can be made.
"Select system options" button
Clicking on the "Select system options" button opens a
submenu with the following options:
• Log Data
• Print

• Capture Setup "Activate control position" button

– The function is identical to that of the "Recording • This button enables actuation of the previously
times" button. For further information, please see selected output signal. When clicked on, an
the "Recording times" button in this lesson. additional sign appears in the selected signal:
• Exit • "="
– Signal in OSC mode (with feedback from the
"Camera" button
vehicle module)
Signal traces can be saved using the "Camera" button. • "@"
Upon clicking on the button (or pressing the button on – Signal in OSC mode (without feedback from the
the red terminal probe), a recording is started. vehicle module)
Recording stops when the preset recording time is • "!"
reached (see the "Recording times" button below).
– Signal overwriting not possible
"OSC mode" button "Plus" button
• Switches on the output signal. In the case of analogue
output signals, the control variable is increased.
"Minus" button
• Switches off the output signal. In the case of
analogue output signals, the control variable is
decreased.
"Delete" button
• This button resets signal overwriting.
When quitting OSC mode, all the overwritten output
signals are automatically reset.
"Recording times" button
1 "OSC mode" button

2 "Activate control position" button
3 "Plus" button
4 "Minus" button
5 "Delete" button
When OSC (Output State Control) mode is selected,
various output signals from vehicle modules can be
actuated by the user. The recording time can be set using the "Recording
The output signals that can be actuated by the user are times" button. Both the duration of the recording as well
marked with a hash symbol (#) in the signal selection. as the run-up and run-on time of the recording can be
adjusted.
After selecting the signal (signal displayed with black
border), further buttons appear in the side button control
bar:

"Signal display" button Depending on the signal display selected the set limit
values are represented as a line (trace diagram, line
diagram) or by means of changing signal display
colours.
Numerical display
• White/green: Measured value within the limit values
• Red/red: Measured value outside the limit values
• Red/green: Measured values have returned to within
the limit values following exceeding of the limit
values
Bar chart:
1 Numerical display of the measured value • Green: Measured value within the limit values
2 Trace diagram • Red: Measured value outside the limit values
3 Line chart The limit values set here also serve as trigger conditions
4 Bar chart for the automatic recording of a measurement signal
and the emission of a measuring tone.
5 Upper limit
6 Lower limit Automatic recording is activated via the "Auto Capture"
button and the measurement tone via the "Beep" button.
7 Limit value within marking
If automatic recording or the measurement tone have
8 Limit value outside of marking
been selected, two further buttons appear on the screen:
Clicking on this button opens the signal display menu. • Transition
The type of signal display, the measuring range and, – Starts recording or emits the measurement tone
where applicable, limit values can be set using the signal if the measured value is initially outside the set
display menu. limit values and then moves within the limit
Signals can be represented as a numerical display, a values (i.e. fulfils them).
trace diagram, a line chart or a bar chart. • Condition
The measuring range to be displayed should be selected – Starts recording or emits the measurement tone
such that the display area is not exceeded. if the measured value is within the limit values.
If the measured value moves outside the specified
Selected measuring range exceeded
limit range, recording is interrupted.
The recording time and the run-up/run-on time must
be previously set using the "Recording times" button
in accordance with the current measurement.
When the measuring range is exceeded, this is indicated

by a dot at the beginning or end of the scale.

"Sequence" button "Signal expansion" and "Signal reduction"

buttons
The "Sequence" button can be used to change the

sequence of the selected signal waveforms. If at least eight signals with numerical signal display
have been selected, the signal expansion/reduction
For this purpose, the waveform signal to be moved must
be selected, then the "Sequence" button is clicked buttons appear instead of the zoom buttons when a
further numerical signal is selected. These buttons can
followed by selection of the point on the screen where
be used to change the size of the screen section for
the signal waveform is to appear.
numerical signal display.
"Zoom vertical larger" and "Zoom vertical
smaller" buttons "Zoom horizontal larger" and "Zoom
horizontal smaller" button
The two zoom buttons can be used to individually

If no signal is selected, the zoom buttons for the
change the vertical dimension (height) of the signal
horizontal axis appear.
waveforms. The signal waveform to be changed must
first be selected. These buttons can be used to change the timescale for
all the displayed signals.

"Delete" button Signal playback
The "Delete" button can be used to reset the signal trace

displayed and the maximum values shown in the signal
waveform.
1 "Movie" button
Clicking on the "Movie" button plays back previously
recorded signal traces.
Datalogger playback screen

1 "Select system options" button 5 Scrollbar

2 "Next recording" button 6 "Arrow" buttons
3 "Previous recording" button 7 "Double arrow" buttons
4 "Select signal waveform" button
Clicking on the "Select system options" button opens Individual signal values can be read off from the signal
the following submenu: waveform using the cursor. In graphic signal recordings,
• Log Data the signal value at the relevant cursor position is
additionally displayed numerically on the left-hand side
• Print of the screen. There are several options available for
• Select a Printer and Print positioning the cursor:
• Save recording group, see below for further • The cursor can be freely moved from left to right
information within the recording using the scrollbar at the bottom
of the screen.
• Exit
• The cursor can be moved incrementally (in
If more than one recording has been made, the user can
accordance with the sampling rate during recording)
switch between the individual recordings using the
using the "Arrow" buttons.
"Next/previous recording" buttons. The designation of
the current recording is indicated in the status bar under • Clicking on the "Double arrow" buttons
"Event XY". automatically moves the cursor to the appropriate
end of the recording. Clicking on the button again
The "Select signal waveform" button can be used to call stops the movement.
up recordings from a previous session. The previous
session must have been ended using "Hold" for this
purpose.

Saving a recording group (example)
1 "Select signal waveform" button
Selecting the "Save signal waveform" option opens a Next, the recording selection list appears, from which
pop-up window in which the file name and, optionally, the recordings to be included in the recording group can
a short description of the recording group can be entered. be selected.
The saved recording groups can be called up again by
clicking on the "Select signal waveform" button.

"Select parameter" button
1 "Select parameter" button
Clicking on the "Select parameter" button displays a list

of all the signals recorded during an event.
The individual signals can be hidden and shown during
playback by selecting and confirming them.

Module Programming Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
General In the event of differences between this brochure

and the relevant, up-to-date literature, the most
WARNING: The following information serves current information always applies. Failure to
to provide course participants with an overview observe this stipulation may lead to the destruction
of the module programming sequence. of vehicle modules.
Vehicle modules can be programmed during servicing
using the "Module Programming" function in IDS.
The number of programmable vehicle modules depends
on the vehicle.
1 Programmable Module Installation

2 Module Reprogramming
3 Programmable Parameters

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Module Programming
Programmable Module Installation Reprogramming can be performed manually or

automatically, depending on the update.
The programming procedure itself is vehicle- and
module-specific, whereby the following methods are • Manual reprogramming
used: – In the case of a customer concern and the
availability of a relevant software update (note
• "INHALE/EXHALE" programming
TSBs), reprogramming must be started by the
– New vehicle modules are best programmed using user.
this method. The IDS is connected to the vehicle
before removal of the old module so that all the • Automatic reprogramming
required data can be read out from the old – When the IDS is connected to a vehicle, for
module. Following module replacement, the data example during maintenance work or for the
is then read into the new module. purpose of fault finding, an automatic check is
– A prerequisite for this method is that the defective made of the software version installed in the
module can still communicate with the IDS. relevant vehicle module. If a newer version is
available, updating is started automatically by the
• Programming with manual parameter entry IDS. A corresponding message informs the user
– This method is used when communication cannot of this.
be established between the module being replaced
and the IDS. The user must enter the necessary Programmable Parameters
parameters themselves via a selection list
Vehicle- and customer-specific settings can be made to
containing the possible vehicle options.
the vehicle using this function. The functionality
• Programming with "AS BUILT DATA" provided is vehicle-dependent.
– For newer vehicles, the vehicle parameters No new software is loaded, the existing software is
required are available in encoded form (several merely adapted to the vehicle operating conditions (e.g.
digit hexadecimal code). available octane number) or to possible customer
– The relevant codes are available via FordEtis. requirements (e.g. tire size, deactivation of passenger
Entry is by means of an onscreen keypad. airbag, activation of central locking – single door
opening, etc.).
"AS BUILT DATA" entry screen
With newer vehicles, the vehicle- and customer-specific
settings are made via "central module configuration".
In this case, all adjustable parameters are stored in a
central module, for example the GEM (Generic
Electronic Module). These parameters can be read out
and changed using the "Vehicle Configuration
Parameters" function.
Module Reprogramming
The vehicle module software can be updated using this
function. This may be necessary when new software is
made available to improve functionality for customers.

Network Test Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
General For newer vehicles, the network test is started

automatically during vehicle identification. It can also
The network test is used to check communication be started manually via the toolbox.
between the IDS and the modules installed in the vehicle
and connected to the relevant data bus.
Test screen
A status bar is displayed on the screen with the test If a question mark appears in the status list next to a
result. The systems installed in the vehicle as standard module that is not responding, the IDS offers a "pinpoint
are listed in the top left-hand side of the screen, and the test" for further detailed diagnosis depending on the
optionally available modules (optional equipment) are vehicle.
displayed below it.
Following selection of a module, additional information
is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen.
The test result is displayed separately for each module
("Pass" or "Fail").
If the PTU is unable to communicate with a module
during the network test (test result: Fail), it should be
checked whether the vehicle features the equipment (i.e.
whether the module is installed) before continuing with
fault finding.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Signal generator/monitor (SGM)
General Basic functions

Test signals can be generated with the aid of the signal When the "Toolbox" button is clicked on, the SGM
generator/monitor in order to check system signal appears in the list of selectable tools. Following its
processing functions, for example. selection and confirmation, the "SGM" button appears
in the top tab row and the SGM is ready for use.
The SGM comprises a signal generator, digital
multimeter and datalogger. This allows different
measurements to be performed during the test, without
the need for complicated switching.
Signal generator start screen
1 Signal/measuring range selection (signal 4 Signal/measurement value display (signal

generator, digital multimeter) generator, digital multimeter)
2 Determination of reference ground 5 Signal selection (datalogger)
3 Signal configuration (signal generator)

Signal generator/monitor (SGM) Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Setting the measuring range and output signal In the other modes, signal output or voltage pickup is
(signal generator/digital multimeter) generally performed using the red and black terminal
probes.
Signal/measurement mode selection
In the case of resistance measurements, the PTU requests
the user to adjust the zero point of the digital multimeter
before taking the measurement.
Setting the output signal level
1 DC voltage
2 AC voltage (sine wave)
3 AC voltage (square wave)
4 Resistance
1 Start/stop test signal
5 Frequency
2 Increase/reduce signal voltage
6 "Ground Black Probe"
3 Increase/reduce signal frequency
Selection of the signal and measuring mode for the 4 Reset selection
signal generator and digital multimeter is carried out at
the top left of the screen. The output signal for the test can be configured using
the buttons displayed to the right of the measuring mode
When performing DC voltage measurements, only the
selection.
red terminal probe must be used for signal output or
voltage pickoff. The unit is connected to (vehicle) During the test, the output signal can be switched on
ground via the battery cable. and off using the "Start/Stop" button.
With the "Ground Black Probe" function, vehicle ground Signal selection (datalogger)
(from the battery cable) can be connected to the black
terminal probe for a maximum of 10 seconds in DC Below the signal/measuring mode selection, a list of
voltage mode. subassemblies appears via which signal selection is
performed for the datalogger. The signal selection is
displayed following selection of the vehicle system
required.

1 Signal selection (datalogger)
Only one signal can be selected in the SGM datalogger.

Signal generator/monitor (SGM) Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Measuring screen
1 Datalogger signal waveform

2 Signal generator output signal
The example shows the screen for IAT (Intake Air When the output signal is switched off, voltage,
Temperature) sensor signal simulation. resistance or frequency measurements can be performed
using the terminal probe(s), depending on the measuring
The datalogger signal waveform reproduces the signal
range set. The result of the measurement is shown in
output by the vehicle module.
place of the signal generator output signal.
The signal generator output signal is displayed
graphically beneath the datalogger signal waveform and
numerically in the digital display at the top right.

1 "Select system options" button 4 "Information" button

2 "OSC mode" button 5 "Circuit description" button
3 "Start/pause" button
The additional SGM functions can be called up using Information about the testing options for the various
the buttons in the side button control bar. sensors and switches can be called up using the "Circuit
description" button.
The "Select system options" button offers the following
options:
• Record Data
• Print
• Exit
With the "OSC mode" button, the selected output signal
can be actuated by the user (for further information refer
to "Datalogger, "OSC mode" button" in this lesson).
The test can be interrupted or started again using the
"Start/pause" button.
Further information regarding operation of the SGM
can be called up using the "Information" button.

Drivetrain Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
Various tests for the vehicle powertrain system are The test consists of a pressure test with the engine
available under "Powertrain" in the toolbox. switched off and running, a pressure drop test and a
relative injector flow test.
The tests are vehicle-specific, i.e. the range and the
sequence of the relevant tests are dependent on the First, the pressure transducer is connected to the vehicle
connected vehicle. fuel system using an adapter. The PTU then performs
a venting routine.
Fuel System Test - petrol engine
In this mode, the vehicle fuel system is tested with the
aid of the pressure transducer (for further information
please refer to Lesson 1 "Component description,
Pressure transducer").
Pressure measurement (engine switched off)
The test begins with a pressure measurement with the

engine switched off. If the pressure is within the
specified limits, the pressure drop test starts
automatically.
The test duration, status of the fuel pump (ON/OFF)
and the pressure drop that occurred are displayed above
the bar chart.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Drivetrain
Buttons for the fuel pressure test 1 "Pressure test with idle engine" button
2 "Pressure test with running engine" button
3 "Relative injector flow test" button
4 "Encyclopedia" button
Following the 10-second pressure drop test, two further
buttons appear in the bottom tab row:
• for the pressure test with engine running
• for the relative injector flow test
The pressure test should be repeated when the engine
is running. If this test is passed, the relative injector flow
test should be carried out.
Additional information on fault profiles and causes can
be called up using the "Encyclopedia" button.
Relative injector flow test
1 "Repeat venting" button

2 "Information" button
3 "Repeat test" button

During the relative injector flow test, the fuel injectors First, the following parameters must be set by the user:
are consecutively opened with the fuel pump switched • Select the fuel grade, for example Mid = 91 – 96
off until a specified pressure drop has occurred in the octane (RON/ROZ)
fuel system. The duration of opening represents a
measure for the individual fuel injector flow rates. The • Select the percent ethanol, for example 0 %
respective opening times and the corresponding • Select the display unit, for example L/100 km
tolerance values are displayed on-screen.
The user is provided with additional information
During the flow test, small quantities of fuel penetrate regarding the parameters to be selected on the left-hand
into the intake system and into the engine combustion side of the screen.
chambers. After a certain test time has elapsed, a prompt
Following activation of the selection, the measurement
is displayed to start the engine in order to prevent
screen is displayed.
damage to the engine.
If, during the test, it becomes necessary to vent the fuel Fuel consumption test measurement screen
system again (e.g. following leaks at the pressure
transducer or adapter), the venting routine can be
repeated by clicking on the "Repeat venting" button.
The test itself can be started again by clicking on the
"Repeat test" button.
Fuel Economy Test - petrol engine

With this function, a fuel consumption measurement
can be performed on vehicles with an MAF (Mass Air
Flow) sensor.
Basic functions The fuel consumption calculated is indicated at the

centre of the screen.
Selection screen
• "Avg" (Average) = average consumption
• "Inst" (Instantaneous) = current consumption
Additional information is displayed in the upper part of
the screen:
• RPM = engine speed
• VSS = vehicle speed
• FUEL = selected fuel quality
• ETHANOL = selected fuel ethanol percentage
• FUELSYS = lambda control function
1 "Select the Fuel Grade" – OL = open loop/not active
2 "Select Percent Ethanol" – CL = closed loop/active
3 "Select Display Units" • TIME = duration of test
Further functions can be used for fuel consumption
measurement using the buttons in the side button control
bar (right-hand side of the screen).

1 "Camera" button (starts recording the fuel 3 "Change screen display" button (changes the
consumption measurement), for further screen display to "white/black" or "black/white")
information please refer to "Datalogger, 4 "Save buffer memory configuration" button
"Camera" button" and "Datalogger, Signal (defines the duration of the recording)
playback" in this lesson
5 "Delete" button (resets the display of the average
2 "Reset information/display units" button (calls consumption)
up the measurement parameter screen displayed
at the start of the measurement)
Fuel System Test - diesel engine On vehicles with the Delphi common rail system, the
output variable is the knock sensor signal, whereby the
In some vehicles with electronically-controlled diesel output signal (e.g. "1500") is a dimensionless value
fuel injection systems, a fuel system test is available generated by the PCM.
whereby the test sequence/screen is dependent on the
relevant fuel injection system. If a signal value falls below 1500 (the signal waveform
then changes from "green" to "red"), this indicates
The engine must be at operating temperature at the inadequate/incorrect combustion in the relevant cylinder.
beginning of the test. Incorrect combustion can be the result of inadequate
compression or of a faulty fuel injection system. For
Delphi common rail system
further fault localisation, a compression test should
This test is available for vehicles with the Delphi subsequently be performed.
common rail system.

Fuel Economy Test - diesel engine Initial screen
This test allows a fuel consumption measurement to be

performed on vehicles with diesel engines (test not
available for all diesel engines).
The user must first set the display units.

Following confirmation of the selection, the
measurement screen is displayed:
Fuel consumption test measurement screen
The average (Avg = Average) and current (Inst = Above the consumption display, the engine speed,
Instantaneous) consumption values are displayed. vehicle speed and test duration are also displayed.

The additional functions are identical to the fuel The test can be performed with the vehicle stationary
consumption test for petrol engines. For further or while driving.
information, please refer to "Fuel Economy Test – petrol After selecting and confirming the test, the PTU prompts
engine" in this lesson. the user to connect the relevant high-voltage converter.
Following confirmation, the test starts.
Ignition Test
With this test, the secondary voltage of the ignition
system can be checked with the aid of the secondary
voltage transformer (for further information please refer
to Lesson 1 "Component Description, Test and
measurement adapters, Secondary voltage transformer").
Basic functions
Ignition system diagnosis measurement screen
1 Spark duration
2 Ignition voltage level
3 Engine speed
The ignition voltage and the spark duration are In addition, the engine speed is displayed in the lower
graphically displayed for each cylinder on the ignition part of the screen.
system diagnosis measurement screen.

The REP (repetition) display is shown with the relevant

status (ON/OFF) in the top tab row. This function is
featured on vehicles with DFI (Direct Fuel Injection)
and vehicles for the North American market. In the event
of misfiring, post-ignition is performed in the relevant
cylinder by the engine management system in order to
prevent increased exhaust gas emissions due to unburned
hydrocarbons (fuel). Activated post-ignition is
recognised by IDS due to the modified firing interval.
1 "Ignition system diagnosis" button

2 "Spark duration" ("DUR") button
3 "Ignition voltage" ("PKV") button
4 "Movie" button
5 "General Information" button
Clicking on the "Spark duration" button displays the
spark duration for each cylinder graphically and digitally
as well as displaying the ignition voltage digitally.
Clicking on the "Ignition voltage" button displays the
ignition voltage for each cylinder graphically and
digitally as well as displaying the spark duration
digitally.
Clicking on the "Movie" button opens the playback
screen. For further information, please refer to
"Datalogger, Signal playback" in this lesson. 1 "Camera" button
Further information on ignition patterns and fault causes 2 "Information" button
can be displayed by clicking on the "General 3 "Delete" button
information" button.
The minimum/maximum values measured are marked
using grey lines in the graphic display. The markings
can be reset by clicking on the "Delete" button.
The test can be recorded by clicking on the "Camera"
button (10 seconds before/5 seconds after actuation).
For further information, please refer to "Datalogger,
"Camera" button" in this lesson.
Alternatively, the recording can also be started using
the button on the red terminal probe, which is useful for
testing during driving, for example.

Ignition voltage test playback screen
1 "Select system options" button 4 "Change view" button

2 "Next recording" button 5 "Load saved recording" button
3 "Previous recording" button 6 Scrollbar
The "Select system options" menu offers the following If more than one recording has been made, the user can
options in "ignition voltage test" mode: switch between recordings using the "Next/previous
• Save Data recording" buttons. The designation of the current
recording is indicated in the status bar under "Event
– If an area is marked with the cursor and saved XY".
with the "Select system options" button under
"Save data", this data appears as a snapshot in the Using the "Change view" button, the user can switch
trace. between the graphic display of the ignition system
diagnosis, the spark duration and the ignition voltage.
• Print
The "Load stored recording" button can be used to load
• Select a Printer and Print and display the recording groups stored for this vehicle.
• Save Recording Groups
– Combines several recordings into a group and Power Balance
saves them (see below for further details). During this test, the angular acceleration of the
• Exit crankshaft is detected and compared in relation to the
ignition sequence. The angular acceleration is detected
using the crankshaft position sensor installed in the
vehicle.

If the crankshaft acceleration is lower at one cylinder (compression, engine timing) or electronic causes
than at the others, that particular cylinder contributes (engine management system) may be responsible.
less to the total engine power. Both mechanical faults The test is only available for certain petrol engines.
Power balance test screen
The engine speed is displayed numerically and

graphically in the lower part of the screen. The test can
Relative Compression
be performed during idling or at a slightly increased As with the power balance test, the rotational
idling speed. acceleration of the crankshaft is used for the
If the engine speed is excessively high, the on-screen compression test. However, the test is performed during
display switches from green to yellow and the test is the engine start-up procedure. Ignition is automatically
interrupted. suppressed by the IDS to prevent the engine from
starting up.
Here again, the minimum/maximum values measured
are marked using grey lines in the graphic display. The A high rotational acceleration of the crankshaft
markings can be reset by clicking on the "Delete" button. compared to the other cylinders during a compression
stroke indicates low compression and consequently a
Tests can be recorded by clicking on the "Camera"
mechanical engine fault.
button. For further information please refer to
"Datalogger, "Camera" button" and "Datalogger, Signal After the start of the test, the user is requested to turn
playback" in this lesson. the engine for 10 seconds. In order to prevent throttling
losses, the accelerator pedal should be fully depressed
during the test.

Relative compression test screen
Following completion of the test, the evaluation screen Specialised knowledge of the individual OBD versions
indicates the individual acceleration values for all the (Europe, North America, Japan) is necessary.
cylinders. The following subfunctions can be selected:
The test can be started again by clicking on the "Repeat
test" button. OBD drive cycle
The measurement results cannot be saved. The status of the current drive cycle can be indicated
using this function.
OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) test modes
- OBD
These functions can be used to perform various tests on
OBD vehicles.

OBD drive cycle test screen
The individual conditions for the successful completion

Mode 6
of the drive cycle are displayed together with the status.
This function allows the user to read out the exhaust
Mode 1 emissions-relevant signals with the required and actual
values from the PCM.
This function starts the datalogger with a preset signal
selection for all the exhaust emissions-relevant signals.

Mode 6 test screen
During the test, only freeze frame data is displayed. The

freeze frame data can be updated by clicking on the
"Repeat test" button.

Test questions Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
1. What feature characterises an unspecified tool in the IDS toolbox?

a. An unspecified tool is only available when vehicle identification by the PTU has been completed.
b. An unspecified tool informs the user whether a test result indicates a fault-free or a faulty system.
c. An unspecified tool is available immediately following PTU start-up, i.e. no vehicle is selected or diagnosis
started.
d. An unspecified tool indicates the sequence of test steps to the user.
2. What happens if the red and black terminal probes are interchanged on the PTU when performing a
voltage measurement with the digital multimeter?
a. The measurement appears with the incorrect sign on the IDS screen.
b. The terminal probes cannot be connected to the PTU interchanged as the connectors are coded appropriately.
c. The PTU recognises that the terminal probes have been interchanged and requests the user to connect the
probes correctly.
d. The PTU recognises that the terminal probes have been interchanged and corrects the signs appropriately
during on-screen display.
3. What is the task of the oscilloscope trigger function?

a. The selected oscilloscope input channel is configured automatically by calling up the trigger function.
b. By starting the trigger function, the voltage of a displayed signal waveform is shown on-screen as a numerical
value.
c. The polarity of the input channel is reversed by means of the trigger function.
d. Using the trigger function, the displayed signal trace is triggered at a certain point. This enables the signal
waveform to be stabilised if necessary.
4. How many reference cursors can be set for each measuring channel of the oscilloscope?
a. Up to four reference cursors can be set.
b. Up to six reference cursors can be set.
c. A maximum of two reference cursors can be set.
d. A maximum of three reference cursors can be set.
5. What does a question mark after a fault code indicate following the performance of a self-test?
a. The IDS offers an extended test routine for fault localisation.
b. The affected vehicle module is not communicating with the IDS.
c. Additional information regarding the faulty vehicle module can be called up via the "Information" button.
d. A system fault has occurred during the self-test, so that the test needs to be repeated.

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard) Test questions
6. What is the purpose of the datalogger?

a. The datalogger permits the simulation of input signals on vehicle modules.
b. The datalogger can be used to read out the fault memories of vehicle modules.
c. Input signals and the status of output signals can be read out from vehicle modules using the datalogger.
d. The datalogger checks the vehicle network.
7. An "=" sign appears when the signal is selected in the OSC mode of the datalogger. What does this mean?
a. The selected output signal cannot be activated due to incorrect system requirements.
b. No status feedback is given by the vehicle module when the selected output signal is activated.
c. A status feedback is given by the vehicle module when the selected output signal is activated.
d. Too many output signals have been selected in OSC mode.
8. During reprogramming of vehicle modules, the "inhale/exhale" process should be given preference.
What is meant by this?
a. The required data is read out from the vehicle module being replaced and read into the new module following
replacement.
b. All the required data is read into the new module in the form of a vehicle-specific numerical code.
c. The required vehicle data is selected by the user from an equipment list and then read into the new module.
d. Programming of the new vehicle module is performed automatically by the other vehicle modules following
installation in the vehicle.
9. Which ignition-relevant parameters are measured by the PTU during an ignition voltage test?
a. The ignition voltage and spark duration are measured for each cylinder.
b. The ignition voltage, spark duration and length of voltage drop are measured for each cylinder.
c. The ignition or spark voltage is measured, depending on the vehicle being tested/the relevant ignition
system.
d. The ignition voltage, spark duration and spark voltage are measured for each cylinder.

Test questions Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
10. What is measured using the relative compression test?

a. The compression is measured at all cylinders and automatically compared using the pressure transducer
that can be optionally connected.
b. The relative compression test measures and compares the fall in the firing speed during the compression
strokes in the cylinders.
c. The relative compression test measures and compares the power consumption of the starter motor during
the compression stroke for all cylinders.
d. The relative compression test measures and compares the speed increase for each individual combustion
cycle during engine idling (smooth engine operation test).

General 3 "Support" button

The system utilities and user preferences are made at 4 "Log Off" button
two different menu levels. 5 "Exit" button
®
The Windows -specific settings are called up via the "IDS Configuration" button
"IDS Configuration" button in the IDS main menu.
Clicking on the "IDS Configuration" button opens the
All the IDS Standard-specific settings can be accessed selection menu for the Windows® Control Panel opens.
via the "IDS system control" button in the IDS Standard
For further information on the remaining functionalities,
initial screen.
please refer to Lesson 3 "FordEtis IDS, IDS main
menu".
IDS main menu
1 "FordEtis IDS" button

2 "IDS Configuration"
("IDS-Configuration")button

"IDS Configuration" button selection menu
The following functions can be selected via the • Configuration of the Bluetooth® connections
Windows® Control Panel: ("Bluetooth")
• Configuration of printers ("Printers") • Resetting of the DVD driver ("Reset DVD Driver")
• Configuration of Internet connections ("Internet") • Recovery of the system ("System Restore")
• Configuration of network connections ("Network)
Screen calibration
• Configuration of modem connections ("Modem")
When first using the system and in the event of problems
• Defragmentation of the hard drive ("Disk Defrag")
arising in practice with regard to screen input, calibration
• Cleaning of the disc ("Scandisk") of the touchscreen should be performed.
• Calling up of system information ("PC Information • Click on the "Screen calibration" button.
Viewer")
• Select the "Calibration" button.
• Calibration of the battery/battery indicator ("Battery
Recalibration") • Use the stylus to touch the centre of the crosses that
appear.
• Configuration of the wireless Internet connection
("Intel Proset Wireless") • Repeat the calibration process once.
• Setting of the date and time ("Date & Time") • Click on the "Enter" button.
• Calibration of the touchscreen ("Touchscreen

Configuration"), for further information see "Screen
calibration"

Resetting the DVD driver

If the DVD drive is not found, the driver can be
reactivated by clicking on the "Reset DVD Driver"
button.
System recovery
The system recovery feature enables the PTU to be reset
to a previous status without any personal data files being
lost if a problem occurs. The user can create a recovery
point by clicking on the "System recovery" button. The
recovery point is stored with the date and time by
entering a unique description. This is helpful is major
system changes are made. If, for example, a fault occurs
during a software update, this function enables the
system to be reset to the previously defined status.

IDS Standard initial screen
"IDS system control" button selection

menu
After selecting the "IDS system control" button, three
further buttons appear in the bottom tab row, which are
used to call up the following submenus:
• User Preferences
• System Information
• System Utilities
1 "IDS system control" button

2 "Vehicle entry" button
3 "Toolbox" button
The "IDS system control" button calls up the menus for
the user preferences and IDS-specific system utilities
and information.
For further information on the remaining functionalities,
please refer to Lesson 4 General Operating Instructions
(IDS Standard), Basic functions".

1 User Preferences
2 Information
3 System Utilities
User Preferences
1 Active user 4 "Delete user" button

2 Default user (preset) 5 "Set user parameters" button
3 "Add user" button 6 "Activate user" button

With this menu, user-specific settings can be assigned • Temperature

to various users. Each user can save their personal – Selection of the unit of measurement for
settings and they can be called up at any time when the temperature measurements (Celsius/Fahrenheit)
user is changed.
• Pressure
Using the buttons in the side button control bar
(right-hand side of screen), users can be added, deleted, – Selection of the unit of measurement for pressure
activated and the individual settings can be changed. measurements (kPa/Bar/psi/" H2O)
Values are already preset under "Default user". These • Distance

can generally be adopted by most users. – Selection of the unit of measurement for
indicating distance (km/miles)
After clicking on the "Set user parameters" button, the
following settings can be made. • Vacuum
• Language – Selection of the unit of measurement for vacuum
measurements (kPa/" HG/Bar/" H2O)
– Selection of the menu language
• Mass
• Test Override
– Selection of the unit of measurement for
– This option offers experienced users the
indicating mass (kg/lb)
opportunity to skip faults recognised by the
system during a diagnostic routine. This can be • Repair Order
helpful if a number of system faults are present, – This option permits the user to switch the input
for example, and the user wants to determine the mask for repair orders, VIN and mileage on or
order in which they are remedied. off at the start of diagnosis.
– With the "YES" setting, all the test results are
displayed, with the "Faults only" setting, only test Information
results indicating faults are displayed. This list allows all system-specific information to be
called up.

1 System Time 5 Cable Versions

2 Dealer Information 6 VCM
3 Software 7 VMM
4 Calibration Update
System Utilities
This menu permits the setting of system-specific
parameters and the selection of system tests.

The following functions/settings can be selected on the System

left-hand side of the screen. • Run System Diagnostics
Set Up – The system diagnostics can be used to check the
• Printer Settings functions of the VCM, VMM and some test
cables. The user is guided through the tests via
• Set Dealer Information
on-screen instructions.
– The dealer address and the dealer code can be
– Before calling the IDS hotline, perform system
entered using this function. This information is
diagnostics twice. The user receives a test code
shown in diagnostic logs.
at the end of each of the tests. Take note of both
• Network Options test codes and have them to hand when you call
– The IDS can be integrated into an existing the hotline.
network (company network/Internet) using this The following functions can be selected on the
function. right-hand side of the screen.
• Public Internet Access ID/Password Configuration
• Update Software
– The software in the IDS can be updated using this
function.

Information
• View Release Note
– When this function is selected, a pdf document
outlining new features of the current software
version is displayed.
• View Tech Tips
– Only for the North American market.
• View Troubleshooting Guide
– Opens a fault finding table (US English).
– NOTE: The European fault finding assistant is
available in the IDS main menu under "Support".
System Mode
• Mode Of Operation: Normal/Training
– The relevant mode of operation can be selected
using this function. For further information please
refer to Lesson 4 "General Operating Instructions
(IDS Standard), Training program".
Miscellaneous
• Update/Special Function
– Allows access to special functions following entry
of a specified code (e.g. installation of new
calibrations).
• Backup/Restore Settings
– This function saves the current PTU settings onto
any driver. The previous settings can be restored
if it becomes necessary to replace the PTU.
• VDR Information/Update
– With this function, a VDR (Vehicle Data
Recorder) self-test can be performed and the VDR
software can be updated.
– NOTE: The VDR is not available in Europe.
• Extract Log Files
– This function can be used to unpack compressed
log files.

Test questions Lesson 7 – System and User Settings
1. What advantage is provided by saving user preferences on an individual basis?

a. The settings made are only saved when the PTU is switched off if they have been saved on an individual
basis.
b. The individual settings can be activated quickly when the user changes.
c. At a later date, it is possible to trace who has used the IDS.
d. It prevents unauthorised persons from accessing the PTU.
2. Which of the following parameters can be selected in the "User Preferences"?

a. Set Dealer Information
b. Units of measurement (e.g. kPa, Bar, psi etc.)
c. Run IDS System Diagnostics
d. Update Software
3. What is the purpose of "System Diagnostics"?

a. This self-test checks the PTU.
b. This self-test checks the engine management of all vehicles and should be performed during all scheduled
maintenance operations.
c. This self-test is only used by the software developers for testing new diagnostic software and is therefore
not user-relevant.
d. This self-test checks the operation of the VCM, VMM and various test cables.
4. Why is the dealer address ("Set Dealer Information") stored in the IDS?
a. The official owner can be found if the PTU is lost.
b. The information is shown in diagnostic logs.
c. Entering the dealer address is needed for protecting any warranty claims if the IDS is defective.
d. During diagnostics work, the dealer contact information is filed in the PCM on the vehicle. It is used to
access a fault history in the event of recurrent faults.
5. When should calibration of the touchscreen be performed?

a. Calibration must be performed every month.
b. Calibration must be performed during initial start-up of the system and every month after that.
c. Calibration must only be performed if problems occur.
d. Calibration must be performed during initial start-up of the system and if problems occur.

Answers to the test questions
Lesson 1 – Component Description Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)
1. b 1. c
2. d 2. c
3. c 3. d
4. b 4. c
5. a 5. a
6. b 6. c
7. c 7. c
8. a
Lesson 2 – System Installation
9. a
1. b
10. b
2. b
3. c
1. b
Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS
2. b
1. c
3. d
2. d
4. b
3. a
5. d
4. d
5. b
6. b
7. c
8. b
Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation (IDS Standard)
1. a
2. b
3. c
4. b
5. d
Lesson 5 – Diagnostic and Test Routines (IDS Standard)
1. c
2. a
3. b
4. c
5. b
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List of Abbreviations
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
AC Alternating Current
CD Compact Disc
DC Direct Current
DFI Direct Fuel Injection
DLC Data Link Connector
DVD Digital Versatile Disc
GEM Generic Electronic Module
IAT Intake Air Temperature
IDS Integrated Diagnostic System
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LED Light Emitting Diode
MAF Mass Air Flow
OASIS On-line Automotive Service Information

System
OBD On-board Diagnostic
On-Board Diagnostics
PCM Powertrain Control Module
RAM Random Access Memory
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
WDS Worldwide Diagnostic System
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Technical Service Training

Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS)

Service Training (G1047772) 1

Lesson 1 – Component Description

VCM (Vehicle Communication Module).................................................................................................... 14

VMM (Vehicle Measurement Module)....................................................................................................... 16

Test and measurement adapters.................................................................................................................. 18

Lesson 2 – System Installation

Lesson 3 – FordEtis IDS

Lesson 4 – General Notes On Operation (IDS Standard)

Lesson 5 – Diagnostic and Test Routines (IDS Standard)

Lesson 6 – Tool Box (IDS Standard)

Digital Multimeter (DMM).......................................................................................................................... 64

Signal generator/monitor (SGM)................................................................................................................ 91

Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 108

Lesson 7 – System and User Settings

Test questions................................................................................................................................................ 120

Answers to the test questions........................................................................................... 121

List of Abbreviations........................................................................................................ 122

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Tablet mode WARNING: The touchscreen must not be

For tablet mode the screen must be unlocked, swivelled

Switching from keyboard to tablet mode

1 Stylus location in screen frame

The ON/OFF switch is located on the right-hand side

1 Slide and hold the "Release" slide button

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Function buttons Enter button

1 Screen brightness (brighter/darker)

Indicator light Indicator light Status Function

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Located above the ON/OFF switch are two indicator

Indicator light Indicator light Status Function

Service Training (G1047773) 11

Connections Underside of the housing

Left-hand side of the housing

1 Port for the docking station (behind the sliding

Battery and hard drive

1 Microphone and headphone port

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Right-hand side of the housing

Carrying handle and stand

A carrying handle is provided on the top of the unit for

Service Training (G1047773) 13

General The VCM is powered by the vehicle battery.

The VCM establishes the connection between the PTU

Indicator Indicator light Function

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Service Training (G1047773) 15

C4 Secondary voltage transformer connection

Four indicator lights for indicating the operating status

Indicator light Indicator light Status Function

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Indicator light Indicator light Status Function

Service Training (G1047773) 17

USB data cable (x 3)