SDT PDF

Suzuki SDT operator’s
manual
Suzuki Introduction
Course code: GE01
EN05 Engine Auxiliary Systems I Student Guide 1 Charging systems

Preface
Preface
Read this document carefully so that you can use this tester correctly and safely.
This manual only describes the functions of the SDT diagnosis software.
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For safe usage
For safe usage

This document uses symbols for warnings, cautions, and prohibitions. These symbols and their meanings are as follows. Please
make sure you fully understand the meanings of these symbols before reading the rest of this document.
This indicates an item for which incorrect handling can result in a major
WARNING accident involving death or serious injury.
Indicates an item for which incorrect handling can lead to injury or damage
CAUTION to property. Under certain conditions, more serious consequences may
result.
PROHIBITIED Indicates a prohibited method of handling.
WARNING
Do not work connect the tester cables etc. while the vehicle is running.
Doing so could result in an accident.
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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 Installation
Installation of the SDT diagnosis software .................................................................................................... 2
Required Environment .................................................................................................................................... 2
Installing the software for your PC .................................................................................................................. 3
Installing the SDT diagnosis software to the SUZUKI SDT ............................................................................ 6
SUZUKI SDT Update Procedure .................................................................................................................... 8
About the Found New Hardware Wizard ...................................................................................................... 11
2 Basic Operations
Starting and Ending ........................................................................................................................................ 14
Starting.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Ending........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Screen Configuration ..................................................................................................................................... 17
Main Menu Buttons ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Title Bar......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Menu Bar ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Basic Operations ............................................................................................................................................ 22
Display Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Main Unit Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 24
In Case of Error ............................................................................................................................................... 25
Communication Errors .................................................................................................................................. 25
System Errors ............................................................................................................................................... 26
Screen Lock Errors ....................................................................................................................................... 26
3 Diagnostics Functions
Mode Selection................................................................................................................................................ 28
System Selection ............................................................................................................................................ 29
Bus Check ....................................................................................................................................................... 31
Communication Bus Check........................................................................................................................... 31
Communication Malfunction DTC ................................................................................................................. 32
DTC Check ....................................................................................................................................................... 33
DTC Data Display ......................................................................................................................................... 33
DTC Data Storage ........................................................................................................................................ 34
DTC Data Clear ............................................................................................................................................ 36
Freeze Frame Data Display .......................................................................................................................... 37
Data List ........................................................................................................................................................... 38
Data List Display ........................................................................................................................................... 38
Display Switching.......................................................................................................................................... 40
Snapshots ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
How to use the optional accessory Trigger Snapshot................................................................................... 50
Data List Manager......................................................................................................................................... 54
Active Test....................................................................................................................................................... 56
Active Test Item Selection ............................................................................................................................ 56
Active Test Execution ................................................................................................................................... 57
Utilities ............................................................................................................................................................. 59
Keyless start system (For vehicle not equipped with Immobilizer control system) ....................................... 60
VIN Registration (For models on and after 05MY in North American market) .............................................. 62
Readiness Test ............................................................................................................................................. 67
Retrieving All DTCs....................................................................................................................................... 68
Hydraulic control test .................................................................................................................................... 72
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Sensor Calibration ........................................................................................................................................ 76

ESP® Function Setting ................................................................................................................................. 77
TPS ID registration........................................................................................................................................ 79
Clear Air Bag Information.............................................................................................................................. 80
Dead Lock Control Test ................................................................................................................................ 82
Clear Lock..................................................................................................................................................... 84
Clear Lamp ................................................................................................................................................... 85
Utilities (GST Mode) ........................................................................................................................................ 86
Readiness Test ............................................................................................................................................. 87
VIN (Vehicle Identifications Number) Display ............................................................................................... 87
Cal.ID (Calibration Identifications) Display.................................................................................................... 88
CVN (Calibration Verification Numbers) Display........................................................................................... 88
4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)

DTC Check ....................................................................................................................................................... 90
DTC (Current/History DTC) Display.............................................................................................................. 90
DTC Clear ..................................................................................................................................................... 91
Freeze Frame Data Display .......................................................................................................................... 92
DTC (Pending DTC) Display......................................................................................................................... 93
Data List ........................................................................................................................................................... 94
Data List Display ........................................................................................................................................... 94
Pre-Lock Function......................................................................................................................................... 95
Data List Selection ........................................................................................................................................ 96
Graph Display ............................................................................................................................................... 98
Snapshots ................................................................................................................................................... 100
Snapshot Playback ..................................................................................................................................... 106
5 Saved Data Playback Functions

DTC Playback ................................................................................................................................................ 111
Snapshot Playback ....................................................................................................................................... 113
Playback With Snapshot Flag Set............................................................................................................... 115
6 Measurement Functions
Voltage Measurement Functions................................................................................................................. 118
Measurement Function Selection Menu ..................................................................................................... 118
Voltage Display ........................................................................................................................................... 119
Waveform Display....................................................................................................................................... 120
Calibration................................................................................................................................................... 122
Screen Image Save/Playback/Delete ......................................................................................................... 123
Oscilloscope Functions ............................................................................................................................... 127
Oscilloscope Measurement Menu............................................................................................................... 127
Waveform Display....................................................................................................................................... 128
Trigger Menu............................................................................................................................................... 130
Screen Image Save/Playback/Delete ......................................................................................................... 134
7 Appendix
About the use of the installation information clear program (cleaner).................................................... 142
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 142
Precaution................................................................................................................................................... 142
Before use................................................................................................................................................... 142
Operating procedure for the cleaners ......................................................................................................... 143
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1 Installation
1 Installation
1 Installation
Installation of the SDT diagnosis software
Following your purchase of the SUZUKI SDT, the first time you turn the power switch on the SUZUKI SDT to ON,
the following Installation screen is displayed.
In order to run the fault diagnosis, you will need to install the SDT diagnosis software to SUZUKI SDT.
Installation screen
Get the installers from the website or the CD provided by your Distributor, and run installation for the software
(USB driver, SDT-Viewer, SDT diagnosis software program).
Required Environment
The following environment is required for installation.
SUZUKI SDT main unit
PC
Recommended Specifications
CPU: Intel Pentium/Celeron or PC with a compatible processor.
(366MHz or higher is recommended)
Memory: 128MB or more.
OS: Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista
Interface: USB1.1 or 2.0
AC/DC adapter
USB cable or RS-232C cable (optional accessory)
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Installing the software for your PC

Install the SUZUKI SDT dedicated software onto your PC.
Get the installers from the website or the CD provided by your Distributor, and run installation for the software
(USB driver, SDT-Viewer, SDT diagnosis software program).
SUZUKI SDT dedicated USB driver
SDT-Viewer
SDT diagnosis software program
Close all other applications before running the installers.
1. Install the "SUZUKI SDT dedicated USB driver".

This is a USB driver software for SUZUKI SDT. When you execute this one, USB driver is installed on
your PC.
Please install this USB driver software on your PC ONCE before you install SDT-Viewer.
NOTE
Please install this one before you connect a USB cable between SUZUKI SDT and PC.
You have to be ADMINISTRATOR when you install this one on Windows 2000 and Windows XP, Windows
Vista.
Steps:
1) Double click the program "WinRTUSBDriver.exe" and start the installer.
NOTE
If you execute the installer on a PC on which the USB driver software is already installed, the
following message to confirm uninstallation is displayed.
[Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its components?]
In this event, quit the installer.
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2) The installer starts and installation of the USB driver software starts. Follow the instructions on your
screen.
NOTE
If the "Installation completed screen" is not displayed, re-install the "USB driver".
If the "Installation completed screen" is not displayed, even after the re-installation has been
performed, use the cleaner for the USB driver. Reference: Page 142
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2. Install the "SDT-Viewer".

This is a installer of SDT-Viewer and related software. When you execute this one, SDT-Viewer and
related software are installed on your PC.
Steps:
1) Double click the program "Setup SDT Viewer.exe" and start the installer.
NOTE
If you execute the installer on a PC on which the same version of SDT-Viewer is already installed,
the following message to confirm uninstallation is displayed.
2) The installer starts and installation of the SDT-Viewer starts. Follow the instructions on your screen.
3) When installation on your PC is complete, a shortcut for SDT-Viewer is created on your PC's desktop.
NOTE
If the "Installation completed screen" is not displayed, re-install the "SDT-Viewer".
performed, use the cleaner for the SDT-Viewer. Reference: Page 142
3. Install the "SDT diagnosis software program".

This installer has software data of SDT diagnosis software program. After you install this one, Software
Update Wizard can install SDT diagnosis software to SUZUKI SDT.
Steps:
1) Double click the program "SDT_ImageInstaller.exe" and start the installer.
NOTE
If you execute the installer on a PC on which the same version of SUW is already installed, the
following message to confirm uninstallation is displayed.
2) The installer starts and installation of SUZUKI SDT's Software Update Wizard (SUW) starts. Follow
the instructions on your screen.
NOTE
If the "Installation completed screen" is not displayed, re-install the "SDT diagnosis software
program".
performed, use the cleaner for the SDT diagnosis software program. Reference: Page 142
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Installing the SDT diagnosis software to the SUZUKI SDT

The following environment is required for installation.
PC
with the following software installed
USB driver
SDT-Viewer
SDT diagnosis software program
SUZUKI SDT main unit
AC/DC adapter
USB cable or RS-232C cable (optional accessory)
1. Connect the AC/DC adapter to your SUZUKI SDT.
Power switch
AC/DC adapter
2. Connect your PC and the SUZUKI SDT with a USB cable or RS-232C cable.
PC USB port
Note: USB ports may be located in a

different area depending on
your PC.
USB cable
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3. Turn the power switch on the SUZUKI SDT to ON, and bring up the Installation screen or the Onboard/
offboard check screen.
Installation screen Onboard/offboard check screen
NOTE
When the USB cable is connected to the PC for
the first time after the installation of the driver,
the Found New Hardware Wizard may be
displayed.
For details on how to use the wizard, refer to
"About the Found New Hardware Wizard ".
Reference: Page 11 About the Found New
Hardware Wizard
Found New Hardware Wizard screen
4. Double click the "SDT-Viewer" icon that has been created on your desktop, and start up SDT-Viewer.
5. Click the "Software Update Wizard" button on the first screen of the SDT-Viewer, and start up the version
upgrade program.
Reference: Page 8 SUZUKI SDT Update Procedure (Chapter 1 Installation/Installation of the SDT diagnosis
software)
NOTE
Installation should take about 10 minutes.
Upgrading the SDT diagnosis software does not cause any data stored in the SUZUKI SDT to be deleted.
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SUZUKI SDT Update Procedure
1. Before starting to update the SUZUKI SDT,

perform the setup steps. Make sure you
perform steps 1) - 3) in the center of the
window correctly and then click Next > .
NOTE
If the SDT diagnosis
software is not installed
onto the SUZUKI SDT, the
Installation screen is
displayed.
PC screen ( TOP screen )
Installation screen
2. Communication setup between the SUZUKI

SDT and the PC takes place. Wait until the
window changes.
PC screen ( Communication screen )
3. When communication setup is confirmed, the

current SUZUKI SDT version and the update
version are displayed. To carry out the update,
click Next > .
PC screen ( Version check screen )
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NOTE
If the current SUZUKI SDT version and the
update version are the same, the window on
the right appears. To forcibly overwrite, click
Next > .
PC screen ( Warning screen )

4. The SUZUKI SDT update begins. The window
displays the estimated time until update
completion.
CAUTION
Do not switch off the SUZUKI SDT power
during the upgrade. Switching off the power
may lead to an incomplete software upgrade.
PC screen ( Updating screen )
5. When the update is complete, click Finish

to end the update process.
PC screen ( Complete screen )
NOTE
If an error occurs between the SUZUKI SDT
and the PC, an error window is displayed.
Check the cable connection between the
SUZUKI SDT and the PC.
If the above checks have been performed, and
there are no problems, turn the power button of
the SUZUKI SDT off. And run the update
procedure from step 1 after turning the SUZUKI
SDT on again.
If the error screen is displayed, even when the PC screen ( Communication error )
update procedure has been performed again, use the
cleaner for the USB driver. Reference: Page 142
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6. The upgraded SUZUKI SDT diagnostic software starts up.
Opening screen Onboard/offboard check screen
7. When the SDT diagnosis software starts up, the Onboard/offboard check screen is displayed. Select
[Version Information] from the [system] menu.
The version information screen is displayed.
[System] menu Version information screen
8. Check the SDT diagnosis software version.

If the SDT diagnosis software starts up properly and the version information is correct, the upgrade is
complete.
CAUTION
If the upgrade is interrupted or not completed
properly, the version upgrade error screen
shown on the right appears on the SUZUKI
SDT. If this happens, carry out the upgrade
again by running the Software Update Wizard
function of the SDT-Viewer software on your PC
while the version upgrade error screen is still
showing.
Version upgrade error screen
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About the Found New Hardware Wizard

If the Found New Hardware Wizard is displayed when the USB cable is connected to the PC, follow the procedure below.
1. After selecting "No, not this time" on the

Found New Hardware Wizard, click the
Next > .
The Installation method selection screen is
displayed.
NOTE
Confirm that the message "Denso Corporation
Port" is displayed under the "This wizard helps
you install software for:".
Found New Hardware Wizard screen
2. After selecting "Install the software

automatically" on the Installation method
selection screen, click the Next > .
The installation of the software starts. When the
installation is complete, the Installation completed
screen is displayed.
Installation method selection screen
3. Click the Finish on the Installation

completed screen.
The Installation completed screen closes.
Installation completed screen
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4. Check the status of the communication between the SUZUKI SDT and the PC.
4-1. Start up the Software Update Wizard of the SDT-Viewer.
4-2. Perform Steps 1 to 3 of the "SUZUKI SDT Update Procedure". (Reference: Page 8)
If the PC screen (Version check screen) is displayed, without any communication errors
occurring, the communication status is normal.
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2 Basic Operations
2 Basic Operations
Starting and Ending
Starting
1. Connect the SUZUKI SDT and vehicle side datalink connectors (DLC) with the datalink cable.
2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON.
NOTE
Communication with the vehicle computer (ECU) is not possible if the ignition switch is at OFF or ACC.
When the SUZUKI SDT is turned ON, always switch the ignition switch ON or start the engine.
When the SUZUKI SDT is used as measurement function (voltage measurement, oscilloscope), it will
work even if the ignition switch is at OFF or ACC.
If the SUZUKI SDT is connected to the vehicle’s diagnostic connector (DLC) by a datalink cable and
supplied with power via an AC/DC adapter or DC power cable for a cigarette lighter socket, the SUZUKI
SDT can be operated even with its power switch turned off.
3. Press the SUZUKI SDT power switch to turn the power ON.
CAUTION
During startup, never switch the SUZUKI SDT power switch OFF until the onboard/offboard check screen
is displayed.
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After start-up, the Installation screen or the Opening screen is displayed, followed by the Onboard/offboard check screen.
Installation screen
Opening screen Onboard/offboard check screen
NOTE
If the SDT diagnosis software is not installed onto the SUZUKI SDT, the Installation screen is displayed.
If the SDT diagnosis software has been properly installed from the website or the CD provided by your
Distributor, the Onboard/offboard check screen is displayed. For details on how to install the SDT
diagnosis software, refer to Chapter 1 Installation in this manual.
Reference: Page 2 Installation of the SDT diagnosis software
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Ending
CAUTION
If the power to the SUZUKI SDT is switched OFF during an Active Test, the actuator may remain in the
drive state. Always end the Active Test before switching the power OFF.
1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch OFF.
2. Press the SUZUKI SDT power switch to turn the power OFF.
3. Disconnect the datalink cable from the vehicle side datalink connector (DLC).
CAUTION
When disconnecting the datalink cable from vehicle side datalink connector (DLC), gently pull it straight
out of the connector.
Pulling the cable at a slant can break the connector pins.
When pulling the cable out, hold it by the connector section, and never by the cord section.
Pulling on the cord section can break the lines in the cable.
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Screen Configuration
The screen configuration for the SUZUKI SDT is as follows.
Menu Bar
Title Bar
Information display area
Function buttons
Main Menu Buttons
Screen Configuration (Screen Type 1)
NOTE
The SUZUKI SDT display is a touch panel, so use your fingers to operate it.
When a menu bar or button item is displayed in gray, this indicates that the item is disabled.
Main Menu Buttons

The main menu buttons are composed of frequently used functions.
These functions can be selected from the menu bars, but the main menu buttons enable these functions to be started at one
touch.
Main Menu Buttons
ACTIVE KEY
Starts the DTC check. For ECM, PCM or TCM of some markets, freeze frame data can also be
DTC
checked with a DTC check.
Data List Starts the data list. Snapshots can also be recorded with the data list.
View Switches the data list display format.
Active Test Starts an Active Test.
Utility Starts the utility.
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Title Bar
The title bar displays the ECU name and function names. Icons displaying the power status and communications status are
also shown at the right end.
The icon display at the right end of the title bar varies according to the connection between the SUZUKI SDT and the
vehicle computer (ECU).
Battery icon Connector icon
Battery icon
This icon is displayed when the SUZUKI SDT and the vehicle computer (ECU) are not connected, to show that the
SUZUKI SDT is running on its internal battery. The battery icon also functions as an indicator showing the charge level
(remaining power) for the internal battery.
Connector icon
This icon is displayed when the SUZUKI SDT and the vehicle computer (ECU) are correctly connected, to show that the
SUZUKI SDT is running on vehicle power. The connector icon also functions as an indicator by showing the
communications status with its color.
When communication starts, the connector icon changes color according to the communication speed: low speed (green),
medium speed (yellow) and high speed (red). The communication speed is determined by the vehicle computer (ECU).
NOTE
The connector icon is displayed even when the SUZUKI SDT is being charged via an AC/DC adaptor. The
icon turns white during charging.
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Menu Bar
Five menu titles are displayed in the menu bar.
Touching a menu titles displays the list of its functions.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle to be diagnosed, the following menu screen may be displayed
In such cases, neither the [Function] menu nor the [View] menu can be displayed.
Most of the time, the screen configuration of screen type 2 is displayed when diesel engine systems are diagnosed.
Screen Configuration (Screen Type 2)

For details on the operational procedure for each function, please refer to "Chapter 4 Diagnostics
Functions (for screen type 2)".
Reference: Page 90 Chapter 4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)
[Function] menu
The [Function] menu is used to select the program for execution.
The functions that can be selected from the [Function] menu are as follows.
Reference
Function Contents
page
System Select Moves to the system select screen. P.29

Starts the DTC check.
For ECM, PCM or TCM of some
DTC P.33
markets, freeze frame data can also be
checked with a DTC check.
Starts the data list.
Data List Snapshots can also be recorded with the P.38
data list.
Active Test Starts an Active Test. P.56
[Function] menu Utility Starts the utility. P.59

GST (Generic Scan
Starts diagnosis in the GST mode. P.86
Tool) Mode
Snapshot Record Starts snapshot recording. P.47
Snapshot Configuration Starts snapshot detail setting. P.51
Snapshot Review Displays a saved snapshot data file. P.113
Saved Data Review Displays a saved DTC data file. P.114
Data List Manager Starts the data list manager. P.54
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[View] menu
The data list display form can be selected from the [View] menu. However, the [View] menu is only enabled when the
[Data List] or [Active Test] function is selected from the [Function] menu.
Functions that can be selected from the [View] menu are as follows.
Reference
Function Contents
page
Displays the monitor items, values, and

Data List P.42
units in a list on one line.
Displays the monitor items, values

Meter (enlarged), maximum, and minimum P.43
values, and units in a list on one line.
Displays the monitor items, values

(broken-line graph), maximum, and
Line Graph 1 P.44
minimum values, and units in a list on
one line.
[View] menu Displays the monitor items, values, and
Line Graph 2 units in a list on one line together with a P.45
broken-line graph of the values.
Displays the monitor items, values (bar

Bar Graph graph), maximum, and minimum values, P.46
and units in a list on one line.
Sets the vertical axis for graphing the

displayed data. (Meter, Line Graph1,
LineGraph2, Bar Graph only)
Graph Setting Sets the buzzer to ON/OFF for when -
the maximum value or minimum
value displayed on a graph other than
for Data List or Line Graph2 is
updated.
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[System] menu
Tool option functions (default setting functions) can be selected from the [System] menu.
The functions that can be selected from the [System] menu are as follows.
Functions Contents
Sets the backlight and display

Set Up
brightness, and the buzzer.
Sets the speed, temperature,

Unit Conversion
pressure, and flow units.
Selects the language used with the

Language Select
SUZUKI SDT.
Date/Time Sets the date and time.
Displays version information for

Version Information
the SUZUKI SDT.
[System] menu Sets the data storage destination
Memory Selectt
(memory or card).
Screen Configuration Corrects the touch panel touch keys.
Sets the shortcut keys, and switches the

Button Configuration
screen image save function ON/OFF.
Bar
The function button displays are switched ON/OFF by touching the [Bar].
Help
When [Help] is touched with [Data List] or [Active Test] selected, an explanation of the item is displayed.
When [Help] is touched with [Utility] selected, an explanation of the functions is displayed.
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Basic Operations
Display Operation
Touch panel operation
The display for the SUZUKI SDT is a touch panel. Operations on the display are all operated using your fingers.
To select an item from a list or press a button, briefly tap the item or button with your finger.
Example of screen displaying items Example of a screen displaying

in a list buttons
CAUTION
To protect the display from scratches, always insert the screen overlay.
Always operate the touch panel with your fingers. Never use any other object.
Replacing the screen overlay for the display

When removing the screen overlay, grasp the screen overlay with your fingers and remove.
Use a soft cloth to wipe the surface of the touch panel clean of any dust etc.
When inserting the screen overlay, insert it into the gap between the top section and the bottom section of the display.
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Scroll bar operation

A scroll bar is displayed on a screen displaying a list. The scroll bar can be used to scroll up
and down the list.
If you move your finger up/down while touching the scroll bar, the list scrolls up/down.
Touching / once scrolls the list up/down one line.
Touching and holding / scrolls the list up/down continuously.
Example of screen with scroll bar

displayed
Software keyboard operation

When it is necessary to input characters on the screen, use the software keyboard.
Backspace key
Enter key
Space bar Cursor keys
Methods for use are as follows.

The keyboard can input English alphanumerics.
To delete a character, use the (backspace) key.
To switch between uppercase and lowercase English letters, use the Shift key.
To input accented characters (such as à and Ä) not displayed on the keyboard, touch the áü key.
The keyboard display switches to accented characters.
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Main Unit Operation

The main unit of the SUZUKI SDT has four hardware keys.
All operations of the SUZUKI SDT can be carried out on the display, but four hardware keys are used for frequently-used
functions in order to improve operability.
The hardware key functions are as follows.
Hardware key Functions
This key is enabled when a list (and a scroll bar) is shown on the display. It scrolls the
list up.
Scroll up key
Pressing this key once scrolls the list up one line; holding the key down scrolls the list
up continuously.
This key is enabled when a list (and a scroll bar) is shown on the display. It scrolls the
list down.
Scroll down key
Pressing this key once scrolls the list down one line; holding this key down scrolls the
list down continuously.
Used to return from the screen currently being displayed to the onboard/offboard check
Left function key
screen.
Normally used to return to the system select screen.

Used to start/stop measurement during voltage measurement and measurement with
Right function key
the oscilloscope function.
When screen image saving is set to "ON", pressing this key saves the screen image.
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In Case of Error
Communication Errors
If a communication error occurs while the SUZUKI SDT is in use, the following error message is displayed.
If a communications error occurs, check the error according to the following procedure.
1. Touch [OK] at the top right of the error message window.

This closes the window and returns to the head screen of the function in which the communication error occurred.
2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch OFF.
3. Turn the SUZUKI SDT power switch OFF.

A connection defect for the datalink cable may be the cause of a communication error. Check the datalink
connector (DLC) connection at the SUZUKI SDT and vehicle sides.
4. Restart the SUZUKI SDT.

Check if the communication error occurs again.
If so, connect the SUZUKI SDT to another vehicle (of the same model) and check if a communication error occurs with
that vehicle.
If no communication error occurs
There may be a problem with the vehicle. Inspect and repair the vehicle as necessary, in accordance with the vehicle
repair manual.
If a communication error occurs
There may be a problem with the SUZUKI SDT.
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System Errors
If a system error occurs while the SUZUKI SDT is in use, an error message dialog box like the following is displayed.
If a system error occurs, follow the procedure listed below.
1. Touch OK in the error message dialog box.
3. Turn the SUZUKI SDT power switch ON to restart the SUZUKI SDT.
If restarting the SUZUKI SDT does not eliminate the system error, write down the error message and ask the
service reception staff.
Screen Lock Errors
If there is no response when the touch keys are pressed or the screen locks up when using the SUZUKI SDT, follow the
procedure listed below.
2. Press the reset switch beside the CF card slot.
3. Turn the SUZUKI SDT power switch ON to restart the SUZUKI SDT.
If the screen lock is still not released after restarting, enter the necessary information on the Repair Order Sheet
included with the main unit and contact your distributor for repairs.
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The onboard/offboard check screen is displayed after the opening
screen is displayed when the SUZUKI SDT starts up.
When Auto is touched on the onboard/offboard check screen, the
SUZUKI SDT begins communication with the vehicle and check the
ECU in the SUZUKI mode.
Select “GST (Generic Scan Tool) Mode” from the function menu on
the onboard/offboard check screen when starting diagnosis in the GST
mode.
To execute measurement functions such as the oscilloscope that do not
require communication with the vehicle, touch Utility .
NOTE
Vehicle's manual selection function Manual is currently
not supported.
Onboard/offboard check screen
Mode Selection
Select the diagnosis mode before starting your diagnosis.
The diagnosis mode features the SUZUKI mode which makes it possible to diagnose all system using the enhanced
diagnosis functions for SUZUKI vehicle, and the GST mode which makes it possible to perform powertrain related
diagnosis only using limited functions that make use of telecommunication methods that comply with OBDII legal
regulations like North American/ European markets.
NOTE
When performing failure diagnosis for SUZUKI vehicles, always use SUZUKI mode. In the event that it is
not possible to use the SUZUKI mode, please make use of the GST mode.
Please be advised that there may be instances wherein it is not possible to use the GST mode due to the
vehicle’s specifications.
<SUZUKI mode>
Touch Auto on the onboard/offboard check screen. System select screen is displayed.
<GST mode>
Select "GST Mode" from the function menu on the onboard/offboard check screen. System select screen is displayed.
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System Selection
It is necessary to select the diagnostics system (the system within the vehicle) when diagnosing the vehicle.
The procedure for selecting the system is as follows.
Automatic Vehicle Selection
1. Touch the list box on the system select screen to select the vehicle computer (ECU) type.
A list of the vehicle mounted systems being diagnosed is then displayed.
2. Touch the system to undertake diagnosis from the system list.
System select screen System select screen

(SUZUKI mode) (GST Mode)
NOTE
After the SUZUKI SDT is started, the system select screen is
displayed.
To reselect a system after having moved to other processing,
press the right function key on the main unit or select the menu
bar [Function] menu list >> [System Select]. This displays the
system select screen.
[Function] Menu list
ACTIVE KEY
Bus Check Starts the CAN bus check.
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NOTE
After the system has been selected, the vehicle selection screen may be displayed.
Select the vehicle to be diagnosed from the vehicle selection screen, and then touch NEXT .
Vehicle selection screen
Depending on the vehicle to be diagnosed, the following menu screen may be displayed.
Most of the time, this screen is displayed when diesel engine systems are diagnosed.
Menu screen (Screen Type 2)

For details on the operational procedure for each function, please refer to "Chapter 4 Diagnostics
Functions (for screen type 2)".
Reference: Page 90 Chapter 4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)
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Bus Check
You can efficiently diagnose a CAN Bus malfunction (disconnection, short circuit, etc.) using two functions,
"Communication Bus Check" and "Communication Malfunction DTC".
NOTE
You can not use the Bus Check in the GST mode.
A Bus Check cannot be performed on a vehicle in which the CAN bus is not connected to the diagnostic connector (DLC).
Communication Bus Check
The ECU connected to the CAN Bus is checked and the ECU name is displayed.
NOTE
The ECU name is not displayed if communication is disabled due to a CAN Bus circuit disconnection,
ECU defect, etc.
The procedure for checking the ECU connected to the CAN Bus is as follows.
1. Touch Bus Check on the system select screen.

The function select screen is displayed.
2. Select "Communication Bus Check" on the function select screen and touch Enter .
The CAN Bus connection check screen is displayed.
System select screen Function select screen CAN Bus connection check
screen
*ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler Chrysler AG.
NOTE
The connection with the CAN Bus is regularly checked and the screen is updated at intervals of about two
seconds.
When the display is updated, the background color changes with an increase or decrease in vehicle
computers (ECUs) connected. An increase in ECUs makes the background blue and a decrease makes it
grey.
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Communication Malfunction DTC

Only DTCs showing communication malfunctions (DTC U****) from all ECUs connected to the CAN Bus are detected
and displayed.
NOTE
DTCs other than communication malfunction are not displayed.
The procedure for checking the communication malfunction DTC is as follows.
1. Touch Bus Check on the system select screen.

2. Select "Communication Malfunction DTC" on the function select screen and touch Enter .
The communication malfunction DTC check screen is displayed.
System select screen Function select screen Communication malfunction DTC

check screen
3. Select the name of the ECU whose details you want to display and touch Details .
The DTC details check screen is displayed.
DTC details check screen
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DTC Check
DTC data is data stored in the vehicle computer (ECU) internal memory when a trouble occurs. Checking DTC data can aid
in specifying the cause of the trouble.
DTC Data Display
Displays the DTC data for the system selected on the system select screen.
The procedure for displaying the DTC data is as follows.
1. Select the system from the system select screen.
2. Touch the DTC main menu button.

Alternatively, touch [DTC] in the system select screen [Function] menu list.
The DTC data list is displayed on the DTC data display screen.
System select screen [Function] Menu list DTC data display screen
NOTE
A "number" displayed at the left of DTC data shown in orange means that freeze frame data has been
recorded for that data.
Reference: Page 37 Freeze Frame Data Display (Chapter 3 Diagnostics Functions/DTC Check)
ACTIVE KEY
Displays the current DTC data.

Current
When there is DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Displays pending DTC data.

Pending
When there is pending DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Displays historical DTC data (past codes).

History
When there is historical DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Saves DTC data. Reference: Page 34
Clear Clears the DTC data stored in the vehicle computer (ECU). Reference: Page 36
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DTC Data Storage

DTC data can be stored. The factory setting for the data storage destination is the internal memory. The data storage
destination can be changed using the data storage setting function.
The procedure for saving the DTC data is as follows.
1. From the DTC data display screen function buttons, touch .

The DTC data save screen is displayed.
2. The set file name is displayed on the DTC data save screen.
If this file name is correct, touch Save .
To save to a different file, input the name of that file, and then touch Save .
Reference: Page 23 Scroll bar operation (Chapter 2 Basic Operations/Basic Operations/Display Operation)
The first time this screen is displayed, "System name _ECU ID_Date_ Serial number" is set automatically as the
file name displayed.
NOTE
The ECU ID is a special ID for use when the SDT diagnosis software communicates with the ECU. This ID
is not necessary to run the vehicle diagnosis.
DTC data display screen DTC data save screen
ACTIVE KEY
Save Saves DTC data.
Cancel Cancels DTC data saving.
NOTE
The stored DTC data can be played back at any time. The SUZUKI SDT does not need to be connected to
the vehicle for playback.
Reference: Page 111 DTC Playback (Chapter 5 Saved Data Playback Functions)
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If the storage memory is full, the DTC data delete verification dialog box is displayed and unnecessary DTC data can be
deleted.
DTC data delete verification dialog box
ACTIVE KEY
Delete Files Displays a list of stored data.
Cancel Cancels DTC data deletion.
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DTC Data Clear

The procedure for clearing the DTC data is as follows.
1. From the DTC data display screen function buttons, touch Clear .
The DTC data clear dialog box is displayed.
2. On the DTC data clear dialog box, touch Yes .

Delete DTC data by following the operating instructions on the screen.
DTC data clear dialog box
DTC data display screen
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Freeze Frame Data Display

Displays freeze frame data related to the DTC data.
ECU data recorded when the DTC data is generated
The procedure for displaying freeze frame data is as follows.
1. On the DTC data display screen, touch the DTC data displayed in orange with "a number" to the left.
NOTE
You can check whether there is any freeze frame data with the display on the left of the DTC data.
The display may show a number, "H" or "L".
Number: There is freeze frame data.
H: Indicates a failure that occurs when the ECU detects a voltage at or above a specified value. There is
no freeze frame data.
L: Indicates a failure that occurs when the ECU detects a voltage at or below a specified value. There is no
freeze frame data.
No display: There is no freeze frame data.
DTC data display screen Freeze frame data

display screen
ACTIVE KEY
Exit Returns the display to the DTC data display screen.
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Data List
Vehicle computer (ECU) data can also be monitored numerically or in graph form and snapshots can be recorded.
Data List Display
Displays the ECU data for the system selected on the system select screen.
The procedure for displaying the ECU data is as follows.
1. Select the system with the system select screen.
2. Touch the Data List main menu button.

Alternatively, touch [Data List] in the system select screen [Function] menu list.
ECU data is displayed on the data list screen.
System select screen [Function] menu list Data list screen
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Measurement group selection

Data required for diagnosing a specific breakdown can be grouped.
The ECU data belonging to a measurement group can be displayed by selecting that group.
1. From the data list screen list box, select the measurement group.
When you select a measurement group, the ECU data belonging to that group is displayed.
Data list screen Measurement group select screen
ACTIVE KEY
Starts the data list manager and adds the displayed data. Reference: Page 54
Ends display of the selected data.

This is not valid unless data has been selected.
Moves the selected data to the head of the list and holds it there.
Returns the data held at the head of the list to its original position.
When the held data is selected, changes to .
Records a snapshot. Reference: Page 47
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Display Switching
Display form
There are five data list display formats.
These display formats are shown below.
Data list Meter Line Graph 1
Line Graph 2 Bar Graph
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Display of maximum, minimum and current values

If the display forms are Meter, Line Graph 1 and Bar Graph, the maximum, minimum and current values are displayed to
the left of the data.
They are not displayed if the value is not a number e.g. ON/OFF.
Meter
Display format switching

The following two methods can be used to switch the display format.
Select the display format by touching the main menu View .
Each time View is touched, the display form switches to the next type in the following order:
Data List >> Meter >> Line Graph 1 >> Line Graph 2 >> Bar Graph.
Main Menu Buttons
Select from the menu bar [View] menu.
[View] menu
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Data List
Data List (number display) displays the data numerically.
NOTE
Only 7 characters, including decimal points, can be displayed in the [Value] column of the list. If it is
possible that more than 7 characters are being displayed, switch the display form to [Meter] and confirm
the value.
A measurement group can be selected with the list box.

You can switch the function button display on and off by touching [Bar] on the menu bar.
Data list With the list box pulled down
ACTIVE KEY
Starts the data list manager and adds the displayed data. Reference: Page 54
Stops display of the selected data.

Moves the selected data to the head of the list and holds it there.
Returns the data held at the head of the list to its original position.
When the held data is selected, changes to .
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Meter
Meter (enlarged number display) displays the data as enlarged numbers.
The maximum and minimum values are displayed.
The data for display can be selected using the list box.
The function button display can be switched on and off by touching [Bar] on the menu bar.
Meter When the [Bar] menu is touched With the list box
ACTIVE KEY
Sets the vertical axis (value) or numeric axis range. Also turns on or off the buzzer that sounds
when the "Max" or "Min" value is updated.
Sets whether to display or hide the "Max" and "Min" values.
NOTE
The range set in the is reflected when data is displayed as a Line Graph 1, Line Graph 2 and Bar
Graph.
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Line Graph 1
Line Graph 1 displays the data as a line graph.
The maximum and minimum values are displayed.
The current values of the data are displayed.
Data can be selected using the list box.
Line Graph 1 When the [Bar] menu is touched With the list box
ACTIVE KEY
Sets the range of the line graph's vertical axis (value). Also turns on or off the buzzer that
sounds when the "Max" or "Min" value is updated.
Sets the scale of the line graph's horizontal axis (time). Also sets whether to display or hide the
"Max", "Min" and "Live" values.
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Line Graph 2
Line Graph 2 (line graph combined display) displays multiple data sets as a line graph on the same axis.
Line Graph 2 When the [Bar] menu is touched With the list box
ACTIVE KEY
Sets the range of the line graph's vertical axis (value). Also turns on or off the buzzer that
sounds when the "Max" or "Min" value is updated.
Sets the scale of the line graph's horizontal axis (time).
Sets the ground position for the selected data.
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Bar Graph
This function displays the data as a bar graph.
Bar Graph When the [Bar] menu is touched With the list box
ACTIVE KEY
Sets the range of the bar graph's numeric axis. Also turns on or off the buzzer that sounds when
the "Max" or "Min" value is updated.
Sets whether to display or hide the "Max", "Min" and "Live" values.
Records a snapshot. Reference: Page 47.
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Snapshots
Data in the data list can be recorded/saved/played back. In addition, settings can be performed for snapshot operation.
Snapshot recording/saving
The procedure for recording/saving snapshots is as follows.
1. Touch the function button.

Alternatively, in the data list screen [Function] menu list, touch [Snapshot Record].
The snapshot record/save screen is displayed.
Data list screen [Function] menu list
2. Data recording/saving starts automatically.
When recording When saving
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3. The set file name is displayed on the data save screen.

Reference: Page 23 Software keyboard operation (Chapter 2 Basic Operations/Basic Operations/Display Operation)
The first time this screen is displayed, "System name_ECU ID_Date_Serial number" is set automatically as the file
name displayed.
NOTE
The ECU ID is a special ID for use when the SDT diagnosis software communicates with the ECU. This ID
is not necessary to run the vehicle diagnosis.
4. When the data saving ends, the system goes into playback / new recording standby mode.
Data save screen Playback / new recording standby
ACTIVE KEY
Save Saves snapshot.
Cancel Cancels snapshot saving.
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You can set the snapshot flag by touching [ ] when recording.
NOTE
The snapshot flag stores the point as a mark for the data time elapsed. During playback, you can move
quickly to points using the snapshot flags.
Up to five snapshot flags can be set.
Reference: Page 115 Playback With Snapshot Flag Set (Chapter 5 Saved Data Playback Functions/Snapshot
Playback)
ACTIVE KEY
Sets snapshot operations. Reference: Page 51
Exit Ends the snapshot.
Stops recording/playback and returns to the start of the data.
Recording starts.
Playback starts.
Sets a snapshot flag.
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How to use the optional accessory Trigger Snapshot

Using the Trigger Snapshot enables you to start or stop snapshot recording or set a snapshot flag without looking at the
screen.
Connecting the Trigger Snapshot
CAUTION
When connecting the probe to the SUZUKI SDT, gently insert it straight into the connector.
Inserting the probe at a slant can break the connector pins.
How to use Trigger Snapshot
1. Press the Trigger Snapshot button while the data list is displayed.
Data recording begins.
2. Press the Trigger Snapshot button during data recording.

A snapshot flag is set.
NOTE
Trigger Snapshot can be used to set snapshot flags in a maximum of five places.
Reference: Page 115 Playback With Snapshot Flag Set (Chapter 5 Saved Data Playback Functions/Snapshot
Playback)
Pressing the Trigger Snapshot button after five snapshot flags are set stops data recording.
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Snapshot operation settings

Settings can be performed for snapshot operation.
1. Touch on the snapshot screen.

Alternatively, in the data list screen [Function] menu list, touch [Snapshot Configuration].
The snapshot operation setting screen is displayed.
Snapshot screen [Function] Menu list Snapshot operation setting screen

The setting contents are as follows.
Record Time
Sets the recording time.
Select from 5s/10s/15s/30s/1 min./2 min./5 min./20 min.
Trigger Point
Sets the percentage of the recording time saved as data before the trigger is pressed.
Trigger
Sets the type of trigger. The types of triggers are as follows.
Manual : The trigger is applied manually by touching the data list display section.
Parameter : The trigger is applied at the set parameter value.
DTC : The trigger is applied when a DTC is detected.
Select DTC : The trigger is applied when an arbitrarily set DTC is detected.
Trigger Configuration Button
Sets the parameter triggers. This button is only active if “Parameter” is selected from the trigger items. Reference: Page
52
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Parameter trigger setting

Detailed settings can be performed related to the parameter triggers.
Trigger data selection screen
ACTIVE KEY
Adds only the data selected in the item list to the Trigger list.
Deletes all the data in the Trigger list.
Deletes only the data selected in the Trigger list.
Moves the data selected in the Trigger list up one space.
Moves the data selected in the Trigger list down one space.
OK Displays the Parameter trigger level setting screen.
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Parameter trigger level setting

Detailed settings can be performed related to the level of parameter triggers.
Value setting screen
Record Quantity : Sets the number of times snapshot is repeated.

ACTIVE KEY
Applies the trigger when the ECU data is higher than or equal to the set value.
Applies the trigger when the ECU data is lower than or equal to the set value.
= Applies the trigger when the ECU data is equal to the set value.
Sets the trigger level.
AND Applies the trigger when all set conditions are satisfied.
OR Applies the trigger when some of the set conditions are satisfied.
Add Returns to the trigger data selection screen. (Trigger data can be added.)
Exit Returns to the Snapshot operation setting screen.
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Data List Manager

With the data list manager, you can change display data lists and other data set in measurement groups and create new
measurement groups.
The procedure for starting the data list manager is as follows.
1. To change the display data, select the related measurement group on the data list screen.
2. In the data list screen [Function] menu, touch [Data List Manager]. Or touch the function button.
The data list manager screen is displayed.
Function buttons
Data list screen [Function] Menu list
3. Change the display data on the data list manager screen.
With the display data selected When the display data is decided
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ACTIVE KEY
Adds only the data selected in the item list to the custom list.
Adds all the data in the item list to the custom list.
Deletes all the data in the custom list.
Deletes only the data selected in the custom list.
Moves the data selected in the custom list up one space.
Moves the data selected in the custom list down one space.
Save Sets the custom list data.
OK Returns the display to the previous screen.
Help function
When [Help] is touched in the menu bar, the help screen is displayed and guidance concerning the data list is shown.
To close the help screen, touch [OK] at the top right of the screen.
Help screen
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Active Test
The Active Test is a function to forcibly drive relays, actuators, solenoids, etc.
NOTE
You can not use the Active Test in the GST mode.
Active Test Item Selection

Selects the Active Test items.
1. From the main menu buttons, touch Active Test .

Alternatively, from the [Function] menu list, touch [Active Test].
The Active Test item select screen is displayed.
2. On the Active Test item select screen, select the test items and then touch Enter .
The Active Test starts.
Main Menu Buttons
[Function] menu list Active Test item select screen
NOTE
Although the Active Test item select screen may sometimes show no test items,
this is not a malfunction. Even with the same vehicle computer (ECU), some types
of vehicle may have no testable items.
ACTIVE KEY
Starts the Active Test for the selected items.

Enter
This is not valid unless a test item has been selected.
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Active Test Execution

Actuators are driven by the control box.
During an Active Test, the data list can be displayed simultaneously and measurement groups selected from the list box.
Active Test execution screen

The signal shown in a pink cell is the one in the Active Test drive condition.
Signal select screen Data list manager
CAUTION
During the Active Test, the signal in the drive condition is monitored and cannot be removed from the
selection list.
NOTE
No data list can be displayed during an Active Test according to the ECUs selected (ABS,etc.).
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Control box
When an Active Test is executed, the control box for varying the drive value is displayed under the test item, so it is
possible to set the Active Test drive value.
There are two types of control box as follows, and the system switches automatically among them according to the test
items selected.
Binary type
The drive value is varied between two values (ON/OFF, etc.).
Analog change type
The drive value is changed in analog.
Value selection type
If the drive value button being displayed is touched, the test is executed with that value.
One selection drive type
After selecting the drive value, touch Enable to start and Disable to stop.
Binary type
Analog change type
Value selection type

One selection drive type
Help function
When [Help] is touched in the menu bar, the help screen is displayed and guidance concerning the Active Test being
executed is shown.
To close the help screen, touch [OK] at the top right of the screen.
Help screen
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Utilities
The SUZUKI SDT has a utility with various functions.
The procedure for starting the utility is as follows.
1. From the main menu buttons, touch Utility .

Alternatively, touch [Utility] in the [Function] menu list.
The utility function select screen is displayed.
2. Touch the function to be executed on the utility function select screen.
Main Menu Buttons
[Function] Menu list Utility function select screen
The functions that can be selected using the utility function select screen are indicated below. The functions that are
supported vary by the vehicle being diagnosed.
Function Reference page
Keyless start system P.60
VIN Registration P.62
Readiness Test P.67
Retrieving All DTCs P.68
Hydraulic control test P.72
Sensor Calibration P.76
ESP® Function Setting P.77
TPS ID registration P.79
Clear Air Bag Information P.80
Dead Lock Control Test P.82
Clear Lock P.84
Clear Lamp P.85
Oscilloscope P.127
Voltage Meter P.118
*ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler Chrysler AG.
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Keyless start system (For vehicle not equipped with Immobilizer control system)
This function is used when registering the steering lock unit ID code in a Keyless start control module. If keyless start
control module which was used in another vehicle has been installed, or steering lock unit was replaced, register the ID
using this function. For vehicles not equipped with immobilizer control system, ID registration is not necessary.
1. Make sure that the ignition switch is turned to ON position with engine stopped. Then touch
Keyless start system on the utility function select screen.
2. Select [Keyless start registration] and touch Next on the function select screen.
The registration preparation screen is displayed.
Utility function select screen Function select screen
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3. Check the content on the registration preparation screen and then touch Next .
When registration is complete, the registration completion screen is displayed.
Registration preparation screen Registration completion screen
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VIN Registration (For models on and after 05MY in North American market)
This function is used for registering VIN into the replaced ECM/PCM.
1. Make sure that the ignition switch is turned to ON position with engine stopped. Then touch
VIN Registration on the utility function select screen.
The registration preparation screen is displayed.
Utility function select screen Registration preparation screen
Saving the VIN

This VIN saving procedure is carried out to store the VIN of the previous ECM/PCM in the SUZUKI SDT. This saved VIN
is used in the VIN registration procedure. See page 64. By using this saving procedure, input errors by technicans can be
avoided.
NOTE
If the ECM/PCM to be changed has been damaged, there are cases where the VIN cannot be stored in
the SUZUKI SDT. In such cases, stop the VIN storage procedure, and perform the VIN registration
procedure shown on page 64.
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1. Touch Store on the registration preparation screen.

The VIN store screen is displayed and the VIN is stored in the SUZUKI SDT.
NOTE
Carry out the procedure before replacing ECM/PCM with new one.
VIN store screen
2. On the VIN store screen, after touching Exit , follow the Service Manual for each vehicle to replace the
ECM/PCM. After the new ECM/PCM has been installed, carry out the VIN registration procedure on the
page 64.
ACTIVE KEY
Store The VIN registered in the currently installed ECM/PCM is stored in the SUZUKI SDT.
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VIN registration
After replacing the ECM/PCM with new one, use the VIN registration procedure indicated below.
1. After checking the content on the registration preparation screen, touch Next .
The VIN registration screen is displayed.
VIN registration screen
2. Enter the VIN on the VIN registration screen.

There are three different ways to enter the VIN.
2-1. Reading the VIN stored in the SUZUKI SDT
2-1-1. Touch Upload on the VIN registration screen if you have stored VIN registerd in old ECM/
PCM in the SUZUKI SDT referring "Saving VIN" section.
The VIN stored in the SUZUKI SDT is displayed on the screen.
NOTE
If the VIN is not stored in the SUZUKI SDT, it is not possible to touch Upload .
On the VIN input screen, it is possible to edit the VIN.
Reference: 2-3. Entering the VIN using the VIN input panel.
2-2. Reading the VIN stored in the replaced ECM/PCM

2-2-1. Touch Read on the VIN registration screen.
The VIN registered in the ECM/PCM is displayed.
NOTE
Using the VIN input screen, it is possible to edit the VIN.
Reference: 2-3. Entering the VIN using the VIN input panel.
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2-3. Entering the VIN using the VIN input panel.

2-3-1. Touch Input on the VIN registration screen.
The VIN input screen is displayed.
The VIN input screen
2-3-2. On the VIN input screen, after entering the VIN, touch OK .
On the VIN registration screen, the VIN entered is displayed.
NOTE
Be sure to enter all 17 of the digits.
The VIN can be cancelled by touching Clear .
When an input cell is touched, the curser moves to the location touched.
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3. After entering the VIN, in the VIN registration screen, touch Next .
The registration completion screen is displayed.
CAUTION
If the VIN entered is not valid, the input error screen or the VIN confirmation screen is displayed
If the input error screen is displayed, re-enter the 17 digit VIN.
If the VIN confirmation screen is displayed, after confirming the VIN, re-enter the correct VIN.
The VIN registration procedure can be terminated by touching Exit .
Input error screen

VIN confirmation screen
Registration completion screen
ACTIVE KEY
Upload The VIN stored in the SUZUKI SDT is displayed on the screen.
Read The VIN stored in the currently installed ECM/PCM is displayed.
Input The VIN can be entered using the input panel.
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Readiness Test
This function is used to monitor the various conditions related to the on-board tests carried out by the ECM/PCM.
1. Touch Readiness Test on the utility function select screen.

The information display screen is displayed.
Utility function select screen Information display screen
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Retrieving All DTCs

This function is used to read the DTCs from all of the vehicle's systems which have readable DTC functions.
1. Touch Retrieving All DTCs on the utility function select screen.

The verification dialog box is displayed.
Verification dialog box
2. Touch Yes in the verification dialog box.

The search dialog box is displayed, and the DTCs of each system are checked.
Search dialog box
NOTE
Touching Skip on the search screen will cause the DTC check for the system being searched for at that
time to be terminated and a DTC check for the next system to be started.
When the DTC checks for all of the systems have been completed, the completion dialog box will be displayed.
Completion dialog box
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3. Touch OK in the completion dialog box.

The result display screen is displayed.
Result display screen
NOTE
Systems displayed with gray colored cells indicate unconnected systems.
The DTC numbers for systems in which Skip has been touched will be indicated with a [-] regardless of
the existence of DTCs or not.
When displaying DTC details
4. Touch Details after selecting the system for which you would like to verify details from the result
display screen.
The details display screen is displayed.
Details display screen
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NOTE
There may be occassions where the option select screen is displayed in order to narrow down the number
of systems.
Select items suited to the vehicle's specifications.
The operations required for the details display screen are the same as for the DTC functions.
Touch Exit to return to the result display screen from the details display screen.
To delete all of the DTCs in all the systems at once.
4. Touch Clear All on the result display screen.

The delete verification dialog box is displayed.
Delete verification dialog box
5. Touch Yes in the delete verification dialog box.

The deletion in progress dialog box is displayed and DTC items for each system begin to be deleted.
Deletion in progress dialog box
Once all of the DTCs of the systems have been deleted, the deletion completed dialog box will be displayed.
Deletion completed dialog box
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6. Touch OK in the deletion completed dialog box.

The recheck verification dialog box is displayed.
Recheck verification dialog box
NOTE
Touch Yes to carry out DTC checks for the DTCs in all of the systems again.
Touch No to terminate total diagnosis for all of the systems.
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Hydraulic control test
This function is used to make sure that the brake piping is correctly installed after replacement of the ABS(ESP®)
hydraulic unit/control module etc.
NOTE
Carry out the operation check with a partner.
You cannot carry out the operation check when the battery voltage is below 9.5V with the engine stopped.
After checking the battery voltage, carry out the operation check.
1. Touch Hydraulic control test on the utility function select screen.

The vehicle condition confirmation screen is displayed.
Vehicle condition confirmation

screen
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2. Touch Next on the vehicle condition confirmation screen.

Function select screen
NOTE
If the vehicle does not support "Pressurization check", it is not displayed.
3. After selecting a check on the function select screen, touch Next .

The wheel select screen is displayed.
Wheel select screen
NOTE
For vehicles equipped with a 3CH-controlled ABS, "Rear" is displayed instead of "Right Rear"/"Left Rear".
In this case, select "Rear" to carry out the depressurization check on both the right and left rear wheels.
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4. After selecting a wheel to be checked on the wheel select screen, touch Next .
The check execution screen is displayed.
Check execution screen Check execution screen

(Depressurization check) (Pressurization check)
5. Touch Next when the check displayed on the check execution screen is being carried out.
The checking dialog box is displayed, and the operation check starts.
When the operation check is complete, the check completed screen is displayed.
Checking dialog box
Check completed screen
NOTE
Carry out the check with one operator operating the SUZUKI SDT and the brake pedal from the driver's
seat while the other rotates the tire from outside the vehicle.
Both operators need to carry out the check while timing the operations by signaling to each other.
For full-time 4WD vehicles that have coupling resistance, you can carry out the depressurization check by
rotating the tire with more force.
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6. Touch Next on the check completed screen.

The wheel select screen is displayed.
Wheel select screen
NOTE
If you intend to carry out the check on another wheel continuously, follow the procedure beginning with
step 4 after selecting the wheel.
You can return to the utility function select screen by touching Exit on the check completed screen.
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Sensor Calibration
This function is used to calibrate all the sensors used in the ESP® at the same time after
replacement of the ESP® hydraulic control unit etc.
1. Touch Sensor Calibration on the utility function select screen.


screen
NOTE
Items displayed on the screen may differ depending on the vehicle.

The calibrating dialog box is displayed, and the calibration starts.
When the calibration is complete, the calibration completed screen is displayed.
Checking dialog box
Calibration completed screen
3. Touch Exit on the calibration completed screen.

This returns the display to the utility function select screen.
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ESP® Function Setting

This function is used to stop ESP® functions and perform tests on the speedometer etc.
1. Touch ESP® Function Setting on the utility function select screen.

The control switching screen is displayed.
Control switching screen
2. After selecting the control mode (Activation/Deactivation) on the control switching screen, touch Next .
When you have selected "OFF (Deactivation)" on the control switching screen:
The control status confirmation screen is displayed, and the ESP® function switches to deactivation mode.
Control status confirmation

screen
NOTE
Deactivation mode remains active until the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
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When you have selected "ON (Activation)" on the control switching screen:
The control status confirmation screen is displayed.
Control status confirmation

screen
3. Touch Exit on the control status confirmation screen.

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TPS ID registration
This function is used to register the tire pressure sensor (TPS) IDs.
1. Touch TPS ID registration on the utility function select screen.

The ID registration preparation screen is displayed.
ID registration preparation
screen
2. After performing the steps displayed on the ID registration preparation screen, touch Next .
The ID registration execution screen is displayed, and the TPS ID registration starts.
When the TPS ID registration is complete, the ID registration completion screen is displayed.
ID registration execution screen ID registration completion screen
NOTE
If TPS ID registration is not complete within 90 seconds, it will be identified as an out of time error and TPS
ID registration will be stopped.
3. Touch Exit on the ID registration completion screen.

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Clear Air Bag Information

This function is used to clear the air bag information from the BCM.
1. Touch Clear air bag information on the Utility function select screen.
The Data List confirmation screen is displayed.
Data List confirmation screen
2. Touch Next on the Data List confirmation screen.

The Vehicle condition confirmation screen is displayed.

screen
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3. Touch Next on the Vehicle condition confirmation screen.

An execution dialogue box is displayed and the clearing of the air bag information starts.
When the clearing is complete, the Clearing completed screen is displayed.
Execution dialogue box
Clearing completed screen
4. Touch Exit on the Clearing completed screen.

This returns the display to the Utility function select screen.
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Dead Lock Control Test

This function is used to turn ON/OFF all the door locks at the same time.
1. Touch Dead Lock Control Test on the Utility function select screen.
The Vehicle condition confirmation screen is displayed.

screen
2. Touch Next on the Vehicle condition confirmation screen.

The Test item select screen is displayed.
Test item select screen
3. After selecting a test item on the Test item select screen, touch Next .
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If "Dead Lock Set Test" is selected

An execution dialogue box is displayed and all the doors are locked.
Testing completed screen
If "Dead Lock Clear Test" is selected

An execution dialogue box is displayed and all the doors are unlocked.
Testing completed screen
4. Touch Next on the Testing completed screen.

This returns the display to the Test item select screen.
NOTE
To end the Dead Lock Control Test function, touch Cancel on the Test item select screen.
The Dead Lock is released, and the Dead Lock Control Test function ends.
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Clear Lock
This function is used to release the near-deploy lock.
1. Touch Clear Lock on the utility function select screen.

Vehicle Condition Confirmation

Screen

The execution dialogue box is displayed, and the releasing of the near-deploy lock starts.
Once the releasing of the near-deploy lock is complete, the completion screen is displayed.
Completion Screen
3. Touch Exit on the Completion screen.

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Clear Lamp
This function is used to turn the warning lamp off.
1. Touch Clear Lamp on the utility function select screen.

Vehicle Condition Confirmation

Screen

The execution dialogue box is displayed, and the warning lamp goes out.
Once the warning lamp goes out, the completion screen is displayed.
Completion Screen
3. Touch Exit on the Completion screen.

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Utilities (GST Mode)
NOTE
The utility functions that can be used with the GST mode may have different categories and operating
methods than the utility functions that can be operated in the SUZUKI mode.
The procedure for starting the utility is as follows.
1. From the main menu buttons, touch Utility .

Alternatively, touch [Utility] in the [Function] menu list.
The utility function select screen is displayed.
2. Touch the function to be executed on the utility function select screen.
Main Menu Buttons
[Function] Menu list Utility function select screen
The functions that can be selected from the utility function select screen that appears after having selected the GST mode are
as follows. Be advised that the supported functions may differ depending upon the vehicle targeted for diagnosis.
Function Reference page
Readiness Test P.87
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

P.87
Display
Cal.ID (Calibration Identifications)

P.88
Display
CVN (Calibration Verification

P.88
Numbers) Display
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Readiness Test
This function is used to monitor the state of affairs of varied on-board tests carried out with a power train.
1. Touch System readiness test results on the utility function select screen.
VIN (Vehicle Identifications Number) Display

This function is used to display the VIN.
1. Touch Vehicle Identifications Number (VIN) on the utility function select screen.
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Cal.ID (Calibration Identifications) Display

This function is used to display the vehicle’s Cal.ID.
1. Touch Calibration Identifications (Cal.ID) on the utility function select screen.

NOTE
The Cal.ID (Calibration Identifications) is a code that is used to categorize software items which are
installed onto on-board vehicle computers (ECU).
CVN (Calibration Verification Numbers) Display

This function is used to display the vehicle’s CVN.
1. Touch Calibration Verification Numbers (CVN) on the utility function select screen.
NOTE
CVN (Calibration Verification Numbers) is used to verify the compatibility of software items which are
installed onto on-board vehicle computers (ECU).
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This section describes the operation to be performed when the following menu screen is displayed after the vehicle has been
selected.
Menu screen (for screen type 2)
DTC Check
DTC is stored in the vehicle computer (ECU) internal memory when a trouble occurs.
Checking DTC can aid in specifying the cause of the trouble.
DTC (Current/History DTC) Display
Displays DTC (Current/History DTC) for the vehicle that has been selected from the vehicle selection screen.
The procedure for displaying the DTC (Current/History DTC) is as follows.
1. Touch Trouble Codes on the menu screen.

The DTC menu screen is displayed.
Menu screen DTC menu screen
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2. Touch Current/History DTC on the DTC menu screen.

The DTC list is displayed on the DTC display screen.
DTC display screen DTC display screen

(Current DTC) (History DTC)
ACTIVE KEY
<< >> Switches between the "Current DTC" and "History DTC" screens.
Clear DTCs Clears the DTC stored in the vehicle computer (ECU). Reference: Page 36
DTC Clear
The procedure for clearing the DTC is as follows.
1. Touch Clear DTCs on the DTC display screen.

The DTC clear screen is displayed.
2. On the DTC clear screen, touch ENTER .

The DTC is deleted.
DTC display screen DTC clear screen
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Freeze Frame Data Display

Displays freeze frame data related to the DTC.
ECU data recorded when the DTC is generated
The procedure for displaying freeze frame data is as follows.
1. Touch Freeze Data on the DTC menu screen.

The freeze frame data display screen is displayed.
DTC menu screen Freeze frame data display screen
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DTC (Pending DTC) Display

Displays the DTC (Pending DTC) for the vehicle that has been selected from the vehicle selection screen.
The procedure for displaying the DTC (Pending DTC) is as follows.
1. Touch Pending DTC on the DTC menu screen.

The Pending DTC list is displayed on the DTC display screen.
DTC menu screen DTC display screen

(Pending DTC)
ACTIVE KEY
Clear DTCs Clears the DTC stored in the vehicle computer (ECU). Reference: Page 36
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Data List
Vehicle computer (ECU) data can also be monitored numerically or in graph form and snapshots can be recorded.
Data List Display
Displays the ECU data for the system selected on the system select screen.
The procedure for displaying the ECU data is as follows.
1. Touch Data List on the menu screen.

The data list screen is displayed.
Menu screen Data list screen
NOTE
The number of the items displayed on the menu screen depends on the vehicle.
ACTIVE KEY
CHANGE UNITS Changes the unit of the ECU data.
FREEZE FRAME Stops the updating of screen display.
MORE Changes the buttons displayed on the bottom of screen.
READ DTC Displays the DTC display screen.
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Pre-Lock Function
This function is used to display the selected ECU data locked on the top of the screen.
Even if the screen is scrolled, the locked data is always displayed on the top of the screen.
1. Touch twice the ECU data to be locked on the data list screen.
The ECU data touched will move to the top of the screen and the display is locked.
Data list screen Data list screen (Pre-Lock)
NOTE
A maximum of 7 ECU data can be moved.
2. After touching Unlock Items on the data list screen (Pre-Lock), touch twice the ECU data to be
unlocked.
The ECU data touched will be unlocked, and it will return to the original display position.
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Data List Selection

Displays only the selected ECU data.
1. Touch Data List - Select on the menu screen.

The data select screen is displayed.
Menu screen Data select screen
2. Touch twice the ECU data to be displayed on the data select screen.
"*" is displayed at the left side of the selected ECU data.
Data select screen (After selection)
NOTE
A maximum of 14 ECU data names can be selected.
By touching twice the selected ECU data name, "*" disappears and the selection is cleared.
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3. Touch ACCEPT on the data select screen (After selection).

Data list screen
ACTIVE KEY
CLEAR ALL Clears all the ECU data selections.
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Graph Display
Displays the selected ECU data in a line graph.
1. Touch Data Graph on the menu screen.

The data select screen is displayed.
Menu screen Data select screen
2. Touch twice the ECU data to be displayed on the data select screen.
"*" is displayed at the left side of the selected ECU data.
Data select screen (After selection)
NOTE
A maximum of 4 ECU data names can be selected.
By touching twice the selected ECU data name, "*" disappears and the selection is cleared.
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3. Touch ACCEPT on the data select screen (After selection).

The graph display screen is displayed.
Graph display screen
ACTIVE KEY
CLEAR ALL Clears all the ECU data selections.
Displays a graph for each selected ECU data.

Engine
Engine: Abbreviation of ECU data
ENTER Stops the updating of graph display. Graph display is restarted by pressing this key again.
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Snapshots
Records the monitor results of the ECU data.
NOTE
A maximum of 6 snap shot data can be recorded.
If more than 6 data is stored, the oldest data is overwritten in order.
If the snap shot data is locked, that data is not overwritten.
Reference: Page 109 Snap shot data lock (Chapter 4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)/Data List)
Trigger by Any DTC

Records the data by triggering when any DTC was detected.
1. Touch Snap Shot on the menu screen.

The snap shot function screen is displayed.
Menu screen Snap shot function screen
2. Touch Trigger By Any DTC on the snap shot function screen.

1) The data list screen is displayed, and the DTC detection starts.
Data list screen
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2) If the DTC is detected, the progress bar is displayed at the bottom of the screen and the recording of the snap
shot data is started.
Data list screen (progress bar)

3) When the recoding of the snap shot data is complete, the record check screen is displayed.
Record check screen
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3. Touch ENTER on the record check screen.

The record execution screen is displayed.
When the recording is completed, the screen automatically returns to the snap shot function screen.
Record execution screen
Trigger by Single DTC

Records the data by triggering when the specified DTC was detected.
1. Touch Trigger By Single DTC on the snap shot function screen.

The DTC code input screen is displayed.
DTC code input screen
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2. After inputting the DTC code on the DTC code input screen, touch ENTER .
1) The data list screen is displayed, and the DTC detection starts.
Data list screen
NOTE
If ENTER is touched when the nonexistent DTC code was input or DTC code is not input, the error
screen is displayed.
Error screen
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2) If the input DTC is detected, the progress bar is displayed at the bottom of the screen and the recording of the
snap shot data is started.
For the procedure after this step, refer to steps 2) - 3) and 3 of "Trigger by Any DTC" section.
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Manual Trigger
Records the data by triggering when the trigger button was pressed.
1. Touch Manual Trigger on the snap shot function screen.

Data list screen
2. Touch TRIGGER on the data list screen.

1) The progress bar is displayed at the bottom of the screen and the recording of the snap shot data is started.
For the procedure after this step, refer to steps 2) - 3) and 3 of "Trigger by Any DTC" section.
ACTIVE KEY
STOP Terminates the recording of the snap shot data.
TRIGGER Triggers when the button was pressed.
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Snapshot Playback
Data Replay
Replays the recorded snap shot data.
1. Touch Snap Shot on the menu screen.

The snap shot function screen is displayed.
Menu screen Snap shot function screen
2. Touch Replay Data on the snap shot function screen.

The playback data select screen is displayed.
Playback data select screen
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3. After selecting the data to be played back on the play back data select screen, touch ENTER .
The snapshot data playback screen is displayed.
Snapshot data playback screen
4. Touch MORE on the snapshot data playback screen.

5 button displays are switched.
Snapshot data playback screen
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ACTIVE KEY
Locks the display of the selected ECU data.

ENTER Reference: Page 95 Pre-Lock Function (Chapter 4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)/
Data List)
Displays the graph display screen.
PLOT Reference: Page 98 Graph Display (Chapter 4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)/Data
List)
TRIGGER POINT Moves to the sample time at the trigger point.
MORE Changes the buttons displayed on the screen.
PREV SAMPLE Returns the Sample time.
NEXT SAMPLE Advances the Sample time.
PREV 500ms Returns the Sample time in 500 msec increments.
NEXT 500ms Advances the Sample time in 500 msec increments.
AUTO REV Automatically returns the Sample time.
AUTO FORWARD Automatically advances the Sample time.
FIRST SAMPLE Moves to the Sample time at the start of recording.
LAST SAMPLE Moves to the Sample time at the end of recording.
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Snap shot data lock

Locks the selected snap shot data to prevent erasing.
1. After selecting the data to be locked on the playback data select screen, touch Lock Snapshot .
"Locked" is displayed at the upper right corner of the selected data, and the data is locked.
Playback data select screen Playback data select screen (Lock)
NOTE
A maximum of 2 data can be locked.
Lock can be cleared by touching Unlock Snapshot after selecting the locked data.
Snap shot data erasing

Erase the selected snap shot data.
1. After selecting the data to be erased on the playback data select screen, touch Erase Snapshot .
The selected data is erased.
Playback data select screen
NOTE
If the data is locked, it cannot be erased.
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The SUZUKI SDT not only has functions for diagnosing breakdowns in
real time, but also has functions that can play back saved data afterwards.
The saved data playback functions do not require the SUZUKI SDT and
the vehicle to connect.
The onboard/offboard check screen is displayed after the opening screen
when the SUZUKI SDT is started up.
The saved data playback functions are the DTC playback and snapshot
playback functions, and they can be started from the [Function] menu.
Onboard/offboard check screen
DTC Playback
Plays back saved DTC data.
The procedure for playing back DTC data is as follows.
1. From the [Function] menu list, touch [Saved Data Review].

The playback data select screen is displayed and a list of saved DTC data files is displayed.
2. On the playback data select screen, select the DTC data for playback and then touch .
When DTC data is selected, file information is displayed in the File Information column.
NOTE
"CID" or "Cal.ID" will be displayed in the File Information column. Their respective meanings are as
follows.
CID: After selecting the vehicle in Auto the data stored during the diagnosis in the SUZUKI mode will be
displayed.
Cal.ID: The data stored during the diagnosis in the GST mode will be displayed.
Touching plays back the selected DTC data.
[Function] Menu list Playback data select screen DTC data playback screen
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NOTE
The CID data is shown in the File Information field on the Playback data select screen. CID stands for
"Component ID" which is the electronic ID read when the SUZUKI SDT communicates with the ECU. This
electronic ID (CID) is used to activate each program in the SDT diagnosis software. Note that it is not the
ECU part number.
ACTIVE KEY
Opens the selected DTC data and plays it back.
Deletes the selected DTC data.
Displays saved the current DTC data.

Current
When there is DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Displays saved pending DTC data.
Pending
When there is pending DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Displays saved historical DTC data (past codes).
History
When there is historical DTC data, this button is displayed in blue.
Ends playback data selection. (Playback data select screen)
Exit
Returns the display to the playback data select screen. (When saved DTC data is played back.)
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Snapshot Playback
Plays back stored snapshot data.
The procedure for playing back snapshot data is as follows.
1. From the [Function] menu list, touch [Snapshot Review].

The playback data select screen is displayed and a list of saved snapshot data files is displayed.
2. On the playback data select screen, select the snapshot data for playback and then touch the
function button.
When snapshot data is selected, file information is displayed in the File Information column.
NOTE
"CID" or "Cal.ID" will be displayed in the File Information column. Their respective meanings are as
follows.
CID: After selecting the vehicle in Auto the data stored during the diagnosis in the SUZUKI mode will be
displayed.
Cal.ID: The data stored during the diagnosis in the GST mode will be displayed.
Touching plays back the selected snapshot data.
[Function] menu list Playback data select screen Snapshot data playback screen
NOTE
"DL" and "AT" may be displayed in the playback data selection screen Function column.
"DL" means that the snapshot is from the data list, and "AT" means that it was saved while an Active Test
was executed.
The CID data is shown in the File Information field on the Playback data select screen. CID stands for
"Component ID" which is the electronic ID read when the SUZUKI SDT communicates with the ECU. This
electronic ID (CID) is used to activate each program in the SDT diagnosis software. Note that it is not the
ECU part number.
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ACTIVE KEY
Displays the playback screen and plays back the data.
Deletes the selected data.
File Open Displays the playback data select screen.
Ends playback data selection. (Playback data select screen)

Exit
Returns the display to the playback data select screen. (During snapshot data playback.)
Stops playback and returns to the start of the data.
Pauses playback.
Fast forwards the data playback.
Starts the data playback.
Fast rewinds the data playback.
Moves to a point at which the snapshot flag is set and plays back from there.
The playback position can be changed by touching or by moving

the scroll bar to the left and right.
This bar is only valid during data list playback.
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Playback With Snapshot Flag Set

When a snapshot flag is set, you can quickly move to the set point during snapshot playback. There are two methods for
playback when a snapshot flag has been set.
During normal playback, when a point is reached for which a snapshot flag is set, " " is displayed in red. When
the set point is passed, the " " returns to its original color and playback continues.
" " is touched during playback, the snapshot flag point is displayed. When this point is selected, the " " is
displayed in red and snapshot data for the selected point is played back.
The above " " is displayed in red for about 1 second, and the buzzer sounds at this time.
The playback screen when a snapshot flag is set is as follows.
Snapshot flag set point

playback screen
Screen for selecting point

where snapshot flag is set.
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ACTIVE KEY
File Open Displays the playback data select screen.
Exit Returns the display to the playback data select screen.
Stops playback and returns to the start of the data.
Pauses playback.
Fast forwards the data playback.
Starts the data playback.
Rewinds the data playback.
Displays the dialog box for selecting the point where a snapshot flag is set.
The playback position can be changed by touching or by moving

the scroll bar to be the left and right.
This bar is only valid during data list playback.
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Voltage Measurement Functions
A voltage meter probe can be connected to the SUZUKI SDT for voltage measurement.
Measurement Function Selection Menu
1. From the main menu buttons of the system select screen, touch Utility .
2. On the function select screen, touch Voltage meter .

The voltage display screen is shown and the voltage currently being measured is displayed in real time.
System select screen Function select screen Voltage display screen
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Voltage Display
The voltage display screen is displayed.
Voltage display screen
ACTIVE KEY
Wave Form Displays the waveform display screen. Reference: Page 120
Menu Saves/plays back/deletes screen images. Reference: Page 123
CAL Executes calibration. Reference: Page 122
Exit Ends voltage measurement.
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Waveform Display
The waveform display screen is displayed.
Waveform display screen
The following operations can be executed on the waveform display screen.

The voltage (vertical axis) and time (horizontal axis) range settings can be changed.
Waveform updating can be stopped and resumed.
Pressing the right function key on the main unit stops waveform updating; pressing it again resumes updating.
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ACTIVE KEY
The waveform is enlarged vertically each time the button is touched.

The current voltage range is displayed at the top of the button.
Voltage axis
enlargement
The waveform is reduced vertically each time the button is touched.

The current voltage range is displayed at the top of the button.
Voltage axis
reduction
The waveform is enlarged horizontally each time the button is touched.

The current time range is displayed at the top of the button.
Time axis
enlargement
The waveform is reduced horizontally each time the button is touched.

The current time range is displayed at the top of the button.
Time axis
reduction
CAL Executes calibration. Reference: Page 122
Meter Returns the display to the voltage display screen.
Menu Saves/plays back/deletes screen images. Reference: Page 123
Exit Ends voltage measurement.
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Calibration
Calibrates the zero point.
1. Touch CAL on the voltage display screen or the waveform display screen.
The calibrating dialog box is displayed.
Voltage display screen Waveform display screen
2. Connect the voltage measurement tester probe to the reference point.
NOTE
The reference point refers to the point where the black probe of an ordinary voltmeter is connected.
EX: When measuring the sensor voltage, connect the black probe to the sensor GND.
When measuring the battery voltage, connect the black probe to the chassis GND.
3. On the calibrating dialog box, touch OK .

The calibrating dialog is displayed. When the calibration is complete, the hint dialog box is displayed.
Do not remove the probe during calibration.
Calibrating dialog box Calibrating dialog box
4. Check the contents of the hint dialog, then touch OK .

When calibration ends, the tip dialog box is displayed automatically.
This dialog displays an explanation for stopping/resuming waveform updating using the right function key on the
main unit.
Hint dialog box
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Screen Image Save/Playback/Delete

Saves/plays back/deletes screen images.
Screen image save
1. Touch Menu on the voltage display screen or the waveform display screen.
The file menu screen is displayed.
2. Touch Save Screen Copy on the file menu screen.

The screen image save screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. The set file name is displayed on the screen image save screen.
To a different file, input the name of that file and then touch Save .
A comment to be attached to the saved data can be input in the comment column.
"File creation date and time_serial number" is set automatically as the file name displayed.
Screen image save screen Screen image playback screen
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ACTIVE KEY
Save Screen Copy Executes screen image save processing.
Open Screen Copy Executes screen image playback/delete processing.
Exit Returns the display to the previous screen.
Save Saves a screen image
Cancel Returns the display to the file menu screen.
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Screen Image Playback/Delete

Playing back a screen image
2. Touch Open Screen Copy on the file menu screen.

The screen image select screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. After touching the playback screen image on the screen image select screen, touch Open .
The playback screen for the selected screen image is displayed.
Screen image select screen
Screen image playback screen
ACTIVE KEY
Open Plays back the selected screen image.
Delete Deletes the selected screen image.
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Deleting a screen image

File menu screen
3. After touching the screen image for deletion on the screen image select screen, touch Delete .
The selected screen image is deleted.
ACTIVE KEY
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Oscilloscope Functions
To use the oscilloscope function, it is necessary to connect the optional oscilloscope cartridge.
The oscilloscope probes can be connected to the SUZUKI SDT to observe the voltage waveform for the signals input to the
channels.
Do not connect the AC/DC adapter to the SUZUKI SDT, when using the oscilloscope function.
Oscilloscope Measurement Menu
1. From the main menu buttons of the system select screen, touch Utility .
2. On the function select screen, touch Oscilloscope .

The oscilloscope measurement screen is displayed.
System select screen Function select screen Oscilloscope measurement

menu screen
ACTIVE KEY
Saves/plays back/deletes screen images and measurement condition setting data.

Menu
Reference: Page 134
Exit Ends the oscilloscope function.
Trigger Displays the trigger menu screen. Reference: Page 130
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Waveform Display
The following operations can be executed on the waveform display screen.
The voltage (vertical axis) and time (horizontal axis) range settings can be
changed.
The ground level (0V position) can be set for the selected channel.
NOTE
The voltage (vertical axis) range and ground level (0V position) are set for
the selected channel.
Waveform updating can be stopped and resumed.

Pressing the right function key on the main unit stops waveform updating;
pressing it again resumes updating.
Waveform display screen
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ACTIVE KEY
The channel for the voltage (vertical axis) range and ground level (0V position) is set to "Ch1".
Ch1
When this is selected, the button is displayed in blue.
The channel for the voltage (vertical axis) range and ground level (0V position) is set to "Ch2".
Ch2
When this is selected, the button is displayed in blue.

Menu
Reference: Page 134
Exit Ends the oscilloscope function.
Trigger Displays the trigger menu screen. Reference: Page 130
Vertically enlarges the waveform for the selected channel.

The current voltage range is displayed to the right of the selected channel.
Voltage axis
enlargement
Vertically reduces the waveform for the selected channel.

The current voltage range is displayed to the right of the selected channel.
Voltage axis
reduction
The waveform is enlarged horizontally each time the button is touched.

The current voltage time range is displayed at the top of the button.
Time axis
enlargement
The waveform is reduced horizontally each time the button is touched.

The current voltage time range is displayed at the top of the button.
Time axis
reduction
Raises the ground level (0V position) for the selected channel.
Lowers the ground level (0V position) for the selected channel.
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Trigger Menu
Detailed settings can be performed for a parameter trigger.
Trigger channel setting
Trigger mode setting
Trigger level setting
Trigger slope switching
Trigger point setting
1. On the oscilloscope measurement menu screen, touch Trigger .

The trigger menu screen is displayed.
Oscilloscope measurement menu screen
Trigger menu screen
ACTIVE KEY
Exit Exits the trigger menu and displays the message dialog.
Message dialog box

When the trigger menu is exited, the message dialog box on the right is
displayed automatically.
This dialog box displays an explanation of stopping/resuming
waveform updating using the right function key on the main unit.
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Trigger channel setting

Switches the trigger channel.
The selected button is displayed in blue.
ACTIVE KEY
Ch1 Sets the trigger channel to "Ch1".
Ch2 Sets the trigger channel to "Ch2".
Trigger mode setting

Sets the trigger mode.
The meanings of the trigger modes are as follows.
Auto
The waveform is displayed regardless of the trigger specification.
Norm
The waveform is only displayed when the specified trigger is detected. (The waveform is updated when the next trigger
is detected.)
Single
The waveform from when the specified trigger is first detected is held (the display is fixed).
ACTIVE KEY
Auto Sets the trigger mode to [Auto].
Norm Sets the trigger mode to [Norm].
Single Sets the trigger mode to [Single].
Trigger level setting

Sets the trigger level.
The set trigger level is displayed to the left side of the button.
ACTIVE KEY
Raises the trigger level.
Lowers the trigger level.
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Trigger slope switching

Switches the trigger slope.
ACTIVE KEY
Sets the trigger to the rising edge.
Sets the trigger to the falling edge.
Trigger point setting

Sets the trigger point.
ACTIVE KEY
10% Sets the trigger point to 10%.
Trigger points
This section uses the following two examples to explain trigger points.
To observe the waveform from the set trigger point onward, select a trigger point of 10%.
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To observe the waveform up to the set trigger point, select a trigger point of 90%.
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Screen Image Save/Playback/Delete

Screen image save
1. On the oscilloscope measurement menu screen, touch Menu .

2. Touch Save Screen Copy on the file menu screen.

The screen image save screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. The set file name is displayed on the screen image save screen.
To save to a different file, input the name of that file and then touch Save .
Screen image save screen
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ACTIVE KEY
Save Setup Data Executes save processing of the measurement condition setting data.
Open Setup Data Executes the measurement condition setting data playback/delete processing.
Exit Returns the display to the oscilloscope measurement menu.
Save Saves a screen image
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Screen Image Playback/Delete

Playing back a screen image


File menu screen
3. After touching the playback screen image on the screen image select screen, touch Open .
The playback screen for the selected screen image is displayed.
Screen image select screen Screen image playback screen
ACTIVE KEY
For details on Save Screen Copy , Open Screen Copy , Save Setup Data and Open Setup Data see Page 135
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Deleting a screen image


File menu screen
3. After touching the screen image for deletion on the screen image select screen, touch Delete .
The selected screen image is deleted.
ACTIVE KEY
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Saves the measurement condition setting data.

2. Touch Save Setup Data on the file menu screen.

The measurement condition setting data save screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. The set file name is displayed on the measurement condition setting data save screen.
Measurement condition setting

data save screen
ACTIVE KEY
Save Saves the measurement condition setting data.
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Plays back/deletes measurement condition setting data.

Playing back measurement condition setting data

The file menu screen is displayed
2. Touch Open Setup Data on the file menu screen.

The measurement condition setting data select screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. After touching the playback screen image on the measurement condition setting data select screen,
touch Open .
The playback screen for the measurement condition setting data is displayed.
Measurement condition setting data

select screen
ACTIVE KEY
Open Plays back the selected measurement condition setting data.
Delete Deletes the selected measurement condition setting data.
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Deleting measurement condition setting data

2. Touch Open Setup Data on the file menu screen.

The measurement condition setting data select screen is displayed.
File menu screen
3. After touching the screen image for deletion on the measurement condition setting data select screen,
touch Delete .
The selected measurement condition setting data is deleted.
Measurement condition setting data

select screen
ACTIVE KEY
Open Plays back the selected measurement condition setting data.
Delete Deletes the selected measurement condition setting data.
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7 Appendix
7 Appendix
7 Appendix
About the use of the installation information clear program (cleaner)
Introduction
A cleaner is a piece of utility software that clears a variety of installation information, which is stored when PC software
(USB driver, SDT-Viewer, and SDT diagnosis software program) is installed onto the PC.
Installation problems can be solved by re-installing the PC software after the installation information has been cleared.
Precaution
If this cleaner is used when installation problems have not occurred, software (PC software) which has been installed
correctly will be uninstalled. Be very careful with its use.
After the cleaner has been used, be sure to re-install the relevant software (the software for which the installation
information has been cleared).
NOTE
The software for which the installation information is to be cleared is different for each cleaner (three types
in total).
Before use
Types of cleaners
Cleaner for USB driver (WinRTUSB_Cleaner.exe)
Clear the installation information for the USB driver that has been installed, by executing "WinRTUSBDriver.exe". This
cleaner is used when the following problems occur.
The "Installation completed screen" is not displayed after the execution of the installer program for the USB driver
"WinRTUSBDriver.exe". Reference: Page 3
PC screen (Communication error) is displayed. Reference: Page 9
Cleaner for SDT-Viewer (SDT_ViewerInstaller_Cleaner.exe)
Clear the installation information for the SDT-Viewer that has been installed, by executing "SetupSDTViewer.exe". This
cleaner is used when the following problems occur.
The "Installation completed screen" is not displayed after the execution of the installer program for the SDT-Viewer
"SetupSDTViewer.exe". Reference: Page 5
Cleaner for SDT diagnosis software program (SDT_ImageInstaller_Cleaner.exe)
Clear the installation information for the SDT diagnosis software program that has been installed, by executing "SDT
_ImageInstaller.exe". This cleaner is used when the following problems occur.
The "Installation completed screen" is not displayed after the execution of the installer program for the SDT
diagnosis software program
"SDT_ImageInstaller.exe". Reference: Page 5
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7 Appendix
Operating procedure for the cleaners
1. Close all applications running on the PC.
2. Double click the execution file for the cleaner.

The program is executed and the installation information is cleared automatically.
CAUTION
The cleaner to be used will differ, depending on the nature of the problem.
Be careful not to make a mistake with the file name.
Do not use the PC during the execution of the program.
"Execution window (command prompt)" is displayed briefly when the program is executed.
The screen is closed automatically when the installation information has been cleared.
Execution window (command prompt)
3. Re-install the software for which the installation information has been cleared by the cleaner.
NOTE
Refer to the section on installation procedures in this manual for information regarding the installation of
each type of software.
Reference: Page 3 Installing the software for your PC (Chapter 1 Installation/Installation of the SDT diagnosis
software)
The software to be installed will differ, depending on the cleaner used.
When the cleaner for the USB driver has been used:
Re-install "WinRTUSBDriver.exe" onto the PC.
When the cleaner for the SDT-Viewer has been used:
Re-install "SetupSDTViewer.exe" onto the PC.
When the cleaner for the SDT diagnosis software program has been used:
Re-install "SDT_ImageInstaller.exe" onto the PC.
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9th Ed. June, 2008
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4 Diagnostics Functions (for screen type 2)

5 Saved Data Playback Functions

Installing the software for your PC

Close all other applications before running the installers.

1. Install the "SUZUKI SDT dedicated USB driver".

1) Double click the program "WinRTUSBDriver.exe" and start the installer.

2. Install the "SDT-Viewer".

3. Install the "SDT diagnosis software program".

1) Double click the program "SDT_ImageInstaller.exe" and start the installer.

Installing the SDT diagnosis software to the SUZUKI SDT

1. Connect the AC/DC adapter to your SUZUKI SDT.

Note: USB ports may be located in a

Installation screen Onboard/offboard check screen

Found New Hardware Wizard screen

SUZUKI SDT Update Procedure

1. Before starting to update the SUZUKI SDT,

2. Communication setup between the SUZUKI

PC screen ( Communication screen )

3. When communication setup is confirmed, the

PC screen ( Version check screen )

PC screen ( Warning screen )

PC screen ( Updating screen )

5. When the update is complete, click Finish

PC screen ( Complete screen )

6. The upgraded SUZUKI SDT diagnostic software starts up.

Opening screen Onboard/offboard check screen

[System] menu Version information screen

8. Check the SDT diagnosis software version.

Version upgrade error screen

About the Found New Hardware Wizard

1. After selecting "No, not this time" on the

Found New Hardware Wizard screen

2. After selecting "Install the software

Installation method selection screen

3. Click the Finish on the Installation

Installation completed screen

2. Turn the vehicle ignition switch ON.

Opening screen Onboard/offboard check screen

1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch OFF.

Information display area

Main Menu Buttons

Screen Configuration (Screen Type 1)

Main Menu Buttons

Main Menu Buttons

View Switches the data list display format.

Active Test Starts an Active Test.

Utility Starts the utility.

Battery icon Connector icon

Screen Configuration (Screen Type 2)

System Select Moves to the system select screen. P.29

[Function] menu Utility Starts the utility. P.59

Displays the monitor items, values, and

Displays the monitor items, values

Displays the monitor items, values

Displays the monitor items, values (bar

Sets the vertical axis for graphing the

Sets the backlight and display

Sets the speed, temperature,