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Minidiag 2
Diagnostic Unit

User Guide
A DaimlerChrysler Business Unit
Summary

Show/delete fault code page 29

Program accelerator pedal page 17

Modify individual parameter page 19

Create/modify parameter block page 35

Transfer parameter blocks page 49

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 Overview of keys
Delete newly input values not
Confirm selection/input yet confirmed

Confirm selection/input Minus

Move cursor or display area

downward Decimal point

Move cursor or display area

upward
Set display contrast and
brightness
Back to previous menu

Scroll forward through

displayed values Keys that cannot yet be used
(e.g. parameter values)
Scroll backward through
displayed values Reserved
(e.g. parameter values)

Letter shift
Scroll upward

Scroll downward Text search help

Help function

Input digits

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 1 Display with main menu
2 Keypad

Minidiag 2

1 Connector for connection of an

external mains power supply 12 …
24 V /min. 800 mA (the maximum
current consumption of Minidiag 2)
Allocation:
2 25-pin connector for connection to
diagnostic socket or PC
3 Measuring pin for voltage
measurement

N58.40-2009-00

View of connector panel

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 Minidiag 2

Minidiag 2 is a diagnostic and parameter-setting aid of the Powertrain Business Unit of

DaimlerChrysler AG. It can be used autonomously or in combination with Star Diagnose®
products.

Minidiag 2 is available in three versions:

Version 1 = successor of Minidiag "1" with diagnostic texts.
MBSN: A0001530918
Version 2 = includes a PC program for the transfer of description files and parameter
blocks.
MBSN: A0001531018
Version 3 = with authorization to influence the legal speed limiting.
For this, the legal provisions in ECE-R 89 (Part I, section 5.1.2.2)
must be complied with.
MBSN: A0001531118
Printed in Germany
Technical details of electronic control units and engines may differ
from the data and illustrations contained in this user guide.
No part of the contents of this user guide may be reproduced, copied or translated without
written permission.

Copy deadline: 04.08.2000

DaimlerChrysler Aktiengesellschaft
Powertrain Business Unit
Abteilung PBE/MSS
70546 Stuttgart, Germany
www.powertrain.daimlerchrysler.com
Responsible for contents:
Abteilung PBE/DBE
Table of Contents
1. Safety ...............................................................................5
1.1. Symbols.......................................................................................... 5
1.2. General ........................................................................................... 5
1.3. Proper use...................................................................................... 5
1.4. Personnel requirements .............................................................. 5
1.5. Conversion and modification of Minidiag 2 .............................. 5
1.6. Organizational measures ............................................................. 6
1.7. Mercedes-Benz genuine parts ........................................................ 6
1.8. Operating conditions.................................................................... 7

2. General.............................................................................8

3. Connection ......................................................................9
3.1. Connection to diagnostic socket ................................................ 9
3.2. Connection to PC ........................................................................10

4. Operation ...................................................................... 11
4.1. Minidiag info................................................................................11
4.2. Adjust display settings ...............................................................12
4.3. Software/hardware versions ....................................................13
4.4. PC communication......................................................................14
4.5. ECU search routine.....................................................................15
4.6. Show ecu information ................................................................16
4.7. Program accelerator pedal........................................................17
4.8. Set parameters............................................................................19
4.8.1. Set individual parameters .............................................19
4.8.2. Set parameter blocks.....................................................22
4.9. Show actual values .....................................................................25
4.9.1. Show binary value ..........................................................25
4.9.2. Show analog values ........................................................27
4.10. Show / delete fault code memory.............................................29
4.10.1.Show fault code memory...............................................29
4.10.2.Delete fault code memory.............................................31

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Table of Contents
5. Minidiag Assistant ....................................................... 33
5.1. Functions of Minidiag Assistant ...............................................33
5.2. Installation...................................................................................33
5.3. Create / modify parameter block .............................................35
5.3.1. Create parameter block ................................................35
5.3.2. Modify parameter block ................................................39
5.4. Store on or load from data carrier ...........................................43
5.4.1. To store on data carrier .................................................43
5.4.2. Load from data carrier...................................................46
5.5. Transfer files to Minidiag 2 .......................................................49

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1. Safety 1.3. Proper use

The Minidiag 2 diagnostic unit is designed

1.1. Symbols
The following instructions are indicated with
different symbols.
G Risk of injury!
This symbol is used for all safety
instructions that must be strictly
adhered to so as not to create a direct
risk of personal injury or even a life-
threatening situation.
exclusively for its contractualy stipulated
use. Any other use is to be considered as
improper use.
DaimlerChrysler cannot be held liable for any
damages resulting from such use.
The unit must be used in accordance with
this user guide.
1.4. Personnel requirements
Parameter settings shall only be carried out
by suitably qualified staff, by personnel
trained by DaimlerChrysler or by professional
staff in workshops authorized by
DaimlerChrysler.

! This symbol is used for all safety

instructions that must be
strictly adhered to so as not to
create a risk of mainly material
and functional damage.
In a blue box like this you will find useful
advertising.
1.2. General
1.5. Conversion and
modification of
Minidiag 2
Unauthorized modifications introduced to
Minidiag 2 may adversely affect the unit’s
function and safety.
DaimlerChrysler cannot be held liable for any
damages resulting from such modifications.

G Accident and life hazard!

The Minidiag 2 diagnostic unit can be

used to influence safety-relevant
settings for the engine and the vehicle
(e.g. accelerator pedal evaluation,
activation of engine brake, etc.).
The inappropriate modification of
parameters can severely influence the
behaviour of the engine or the vehicle.
This could cause personal injury and
material damage.

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1.6. Organizational measures
This user guide shall be handed to the
personnel working with the Minidiag 2
diagnostic unit and should be kept as close
at hand as possible.
In addition to this user guide, the use of
Minidiag 2 is governed by the generally
applicable, country-specific, legal and other
statutory regulations in respect of accident
prevention and environmental protection.
When using other parts that have not been
tested and released by DaimlerChrysler -
also if such use is covered by an acceptance
certificate or an authority approval -
compliance with this condition cannot be
judged or guaranteed in spite of the ongoing
market observation.
DaimlerChrysler therefore reserves the right
to restrict warranty claims unilaterally.

1.7. Mercedes-Benz
genuine parts

Mercedes-Benz genuine parts are subjected

to extremely stringent quality controls and
guarantee maximum functionality, safety and
reliability.
Each part is designed, manufactured,
selected and released specially for
DaimlerChrysler.
As a result, DaimlerChrysler cannot be held
liable for any damage arising from the use of
part or accessories that do not meet those
requirements.
In the Federal Republic of Germany and in
certain other countries, specific parts, e.g.
safety parts, may only be installed or
converted if they conform to the applicable
legal provisions.
Mercedes-Benz genuine parts invariably
fulfill this condition.

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1.8. Operating conditions – No warranty claims can be made for
defects to be traced back to improper
operation, inappropriate or careless
handling or maintenance.

! The operating conditions listed

below must be strictly adhered
to so as to avoid any damage to
the unit or its components.
Defective units must be returned within their
warranty period (6 months as from
DaimlerChrysler date of shipping) to:
– Do not store or operate the unit at
DaimlerChrysler AG
locations that have high dust penetration
Powertrain Business Unit
or air humidity levels.
Abteilung PBE/MSS
– The storage temperature must never
Vaihinger Straße 131
exceed 80°C.
– The operating temperature lies between 70567 Stuttgart
0°C and 50°C.
Higher temperatures may impair the
function of electronic components.
– Make sure to keep the unit dry. Any liquid
entering the unit causes corrosion of the
electronic circuits which may lead to
operational failure of the unit.
– Never open the unit.
Once the unit has been opened the
warranty no longer applies.
Inappropriate handling may result in
damage being caused to the unit.
– Do not drop the unit or expose it to shocks
or impacts as the printed circuit boards in
the unit may thus be broken.
This may lead to operational failure of the
unit.
– Do not use aggressive chemicals,
solutions or caustic cleaning agents to
clean the unit.
Wipe the unit using a soft cloth
impregnated with a soapy solution.
– The unit is designed for diagnostic
purposes and not for continuous
operation.

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2. General

The Minidiag 2 diagnostic unit allows the

following operations to be carried out on
Mercedes-Benz electronic control units:

– Program accelerator pedal (see page 17),

– Set parameters (see page 19),
– Read actual values (see page 25),
– Read / delete fault code memory
(see page 29).

To allow our electronic control units to be

brought in line with the latest technological
developments, we reserve the right to alter
them without prior notice.
For this reason no claims whatsoever can be
derived from any of the data, figures and
descriptions contained in this user manual.

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 3. Connection

3.1. Connection to diagnostic

socket

! The unit must be connected with the

ignition switched off.

– Use the appropriate cable (see illustration).

N58.40-2010-00

Cable for connection to diagnostic socket.

Left: Mating connector for connection to 25-pin connector of Minidiag 2 (see page IV).
Right: Mating connector for connection to diagnostic socket.

– Switch ignition on.

Minidiag II – Minidiag 2 switches on automatically.
1 Minidiag info – The main menu is displayed.
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

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 3.2. Connection to PC

For connection to a PC, the Minidiag 2 must first be

connected to a power source (12V…24V /
min. 1.5A).
Connect an external power supply unit to the
appropriate connector of Minidiag 2 (see page IV).

– Connect the Minidiag 2 to serial interface RS 232

of the PC.
– Use the appropriate cable (see illustration).

N58.40-2011-26

Cable for connection to PC.

Left: Mating connector for connection to 25-pin connector of Minidiag 2 (see page IV).
Right: Mating connector for connection to serial interface RS 232 of the PC.

– After connection the Minidiag 2 switches on

Minidiag II automatically.
1 Minidiag info – The main menu is displayed.
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

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 4. Operation

4.1. Minidiag info

Show serial number and software version of the

unit:

– Connect Minidiag 2 (see page 9).

Minidiag II – The main menu is displayed.
1 Minidiag info – Place cursor on "minidiag info".
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

– Place cursor on "minidiag info".

System features
1 Minidiag info
2 SW/HW versions

– The description of the unit's configuration is

Minidiag info shown.
Delivery version of – To return to the main menu:
20.04.00

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 4.2. Adjust display settings
Minidiag II
1 Minidiag info To set contrast and brightness of the display:
2 ecu search routine – In the main menu, place the cursor on "Minidiag
3 PC communication info"

– Place cursor on "Display".

System info
1 Minidiag info
2 SW/HW versions
3 Display

– To adjust contrast or brightness of the display,

Display settings place the cursor on the relevant item.
1 Contrast
2 Brightness

– Use function keys and

Contrast
F2 = higher
F3 = lower for the stepwise adjustment of the contrast, go
<< = back back with:

– Select this item to adjust the brightness in the

Brightness same way as the contrast; return to the main
F2 = brighter menu with:
F3 = darker
<< = back 3X

These functions are available from serial number

1000 onwards.

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 4.3. Software/hardware
Minidiag II
versions
1 Minidiag info
2 ecu search routine – Place cursor on "Minidiaginfo".
3 PC communication

– Place cursor on "SW/HW versions".

System features SW = software
1 Minidiag info HW = hardware
2 SW/HW versions

A code: = Mercedes-Benz part number

Minidiag info Ser-Nr: = Serial number
A code: A0001531018 OSSW-Ver.:= Operating system version
Ser-nr: 501 UISW-Ver: = User interface software version
OSSW-ver: 00.26.01 – To return to main menu:
UISW-ver.: V 1.42
26.03.00

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 4.4. PC communication
For data transfer from the PC to the Minidiag 2 the
diagnostic unit must be set as follows:

– Connect Minidiag 2 to the PC (see page 10).

Minidiag II – The main menu is displayed.
1 Minidiag info – Place cursor on "PC communication".
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

– Start data transfer with the "Minidiag Assistant"

RS 232 remote operation PC software (see page 49).
– Minidiag 2 is now ready to receive data from the
PC.
– To return to main menu:

Minidiag II
1 Minidiag info
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

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 4.5. ECU search routine
Minidiag II
1 Minidiag info – Connect Minidiag 2 (see page 9).
2 ecu search routine – The main menu is displayed.
3 PC communication – Place cursor on "ecu search routine".

– A list of all connected ecus is shown.

Ecu list The abbreviations of the ecus are followed by one of
1 ADM fault text the following suffixes:
2 PLD fault text fault text = the description file for this ecu is
3 FMR no fault text loaded in Minidiag 2.
no fault text = the description file for this ecu is not
loaded in Minidiag 2.

If the description file for an ecu is not loaded in

Minidiag 2, this means that no explanatory texts
for fault codes, measured values etc. are
available. Parameter settings and special
diagnostic routines cannot be carried out for this
ecu.
For loading description files and parameter blocks
using the "Minidiag Assistant" PC program,
see chapter 5.5. "Transfer files to Minidiag 2",
page 49.

Description files with reference to the ecu

information (see page 16) can be obtained from
DaimlerChrysler.

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 4.6. Show ecu information
Ecu list
1 ADM fault text – Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).
2 PLD fault text – Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).
3 FMR no fault text

– Place cursor on "System info".

PLD Function
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routines
4 System info

– The ecu information is shown:

PLD Sys Info A code = MB part number
A code: A0004461840 Diag Ver = diagnosis version
Diag ver: 4 Pin = pin on Minidiag 2
Pin: 1 A_PLD_SW_V_51 = name of description file
A_PLD_SW_V_51

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 4.7. Program accelerator pedal
No constant signal values are assigned to the
accelerator-pedal stops (idling, full throttle). This is
why the accelerator pedal must be programmed into
the vehicle ecu. This procedure stores the
accelerator-pedal stops in the ecu’s non-volatile
memory. The programming must be repeated when
the accelerator pedal or the ecu is replaced.

Ecu list
– Make sure accelerator pedal is in idling position.
1 ADM fault text – Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).
– Place cursor on vehicle ecu (e.g. ADM or FMR).

– Place cursor on "Routines".

ADM FUNCTION
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routines
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Programming acc. pedal".

ADM Rou list
01 Programming acc. pedal
02 Engine speed indication
03 Cooling-water temp.
04 Oil pressure
05 Actual value output 1

ADM Rou
Programming acc. pedal
With initial start-up,
when replacing ecu or AP
(press OK to continue)

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 – Wait for the next message to appear.
ADM Rou

Programming starting…

– Actuate the accelerator pedal as far as the stop

ADM Rou and hold for approx. 6 seconds until the next
message appears.
“- - A“
Floor accelerator pedal!

– Press "OK" to buffer the signal values.

ADM Rou

“+ - - +“ stops detected!
Press OK to store, press
<< to abort.

– Press "OK" to continue the routine.

ADM Rou

ADM OK!
AP programmed correctly.
Press OK to continue, then
switch off ignition for 6s!

– Switch off the ignition for 6 seconds to program

ADM the accelerator-pedal signal values into the non-
6 volatile memory.
Turn off term. 15 for about 6s – After switching off the ignition a countdown is
shown. Switch the ignition on again after the 6
seconds have elapsed.

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 4.8. Set parameters
The Minidiag 2 diagnostic unit allows two types of
parameter settings to be carried out:
• setting of individual parameters,
• setting of parameter blocks.
4.8.1. Set individual parameters

To modify individual parameter values.

Ecu list – Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).
1 ADM fault text – Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. ADM).
2 FMR fault text
3 PLD no fault text

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

ADM Function – Place cursor on "Set parameters".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routines
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Read/modify parameters from

ADM PAR ECU".
1 Read/modify parameters
from ECU
2 Select parameter block
3 Store modified parameters

– The parameter groups of the ecu are shown.

ADM ParGroups – Place cursor on relevant parameter group
01 Basic configuration (e.g. "02 Gen. limitations").
02 Gen. limitations
03 Limitations ADR0
04 Limitations ADR1
05 Limitations AIRCO

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 – The parameters of the selected parameter group
ADM ParGroup 2 are shown.
1 Stall speed limitation – Place cursor on relevant parameter
2 Minimum speed limit (e.g. "3 Max. idle-speed control").
3 Max. idle-speed control
4 Maximum speed limit
5 Maximum speed

ADM Par 2/3

896 rpm
Max. value show next parameter
Idle-speed control
Default: 896
Max: 4000 show previous parameter

– The values of the selected parameter are shown:

ADM Par 2/3 Par 2/3 = parameter 3 of group 2
896 rpm 896 rpm = actual value
Idle-speed control Default = preset/basic value
Default: 896 Max = maximum value
Max: 4000 Min = minimum value
Min: 0

– Input new value.

ADM Par 2/3 Incorrectly input values can be deleted with the
1000 rpm 'clear' key.
Idle-speed control
Default: 896
Max: 4000
Min: 0

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ADM Par 2/3
1000 rpm
Idle-speed control
Default: 896
Max: 4000
Min: 0 3X

– After setting the parameters switch off the

ADM ignition for 6 seconds. Only then will the modified
6 parameters be stored in the non-volatile memory.
Turn off term. 15 for about 6s – After switching off the ignition a countdown is
shown. Switch the ignition on again after the
6 seconds have elapsed.

– Communication with the ecu is restarted.

ADM PAR
1 Read/modify parameters If several parameters have to be modified, first
from ecu modify all parameters and then switch off the
2 Select parameter block ignition for 6 seconds.
3 Store modified parameter
block

! Parameter settings shall only be

carried out when the engine is not
running.

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 4.8.2. Set parameter blocks

A previously created parameter block is transferred

to an ecu. In this way, all the ecu’s parameter values
belonging to this parameter block are modified
simultaneously.
– Create parameter block using the "Minidiag
Assistant" PC program, see page 35.
– Transfer paramater block to Minidiag 2 using the
"Minidiag Assistant " PC program, see page 49.
– Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).

– Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).

Ecu list
1 ADM fault text
2 PLD fault text
3 FMR no fault text

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

PLD Function – Place cursor on "Set parameters".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routines
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Select parameter block".

PLD PAR
1 Read/modify parameters
from ecu
2 Select parameter block
3 Store modified parameter
block

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 – Place cursor on relevant customer (e.g. "Müller").
PLD Par/customer
1 Müller
2 Mayer

– Place cursor on relevant application

PLD PAR (e.g. "Application 1").
1 Application 1
2 Application 2

– The parameters of the selected ecu (PLD) are now

PLD PAR set in accordance with the parameter block
Programming: (data record) "Application 1".
vehicle parameter block The transferred parameter groups are each time
shown.

– The parameters of the selected ecu (PLD) have

PLD PAR now been set in accordance with the parameter
1 Application 1 block (data record) "Application 1".
2 Application 2

2X

– After setting the parameters switch off the

PLD ignition for 6 seconds. Only then will the modified
6 parameters be stored in the non-volatile memory.
Turn off term. 15 for about 6 s – After switching off the ignition a countdown is
(press << to abort) shown. Switch the ignition on again after the
6 seconds have elapsed.

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 – Communication with the ecu is restarted.
PLD PAR
1 Read/modify parameters
from ecu
2 Select parameter block
3 Store modified parameter
! Parameter settings shall only be
carried out when the engine is not
running.

block

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 4.9. Show actual values
4.9.1. Show binary value

– Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).

– Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).

Ecu list
1 PLD fault text
2 ADM fault text

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

PLD FUNCTION – Place cursor on "Diagnosis ".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routines
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Show actual values".

PLD DIAGNOSIS
1 Show actual values
2 Log actual values
3 Show fault code memory
4 Log fault code memory

– Place cursor on "Show binary values".

PLD Actual values
1 Show analog values
2 Show binary values

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 – The list of binary values is shown:
PLD Bin. list e.g. 2/1 = binary value 1 of group 2.
2/1 Warning buzzer – Place cursor on relevant binary value
2/2 Stop lamp (e.g. "2/1 Warning buzzer").
2/3 CAN status (low line)
2/4 CAN status (high line)
3/1 MR(LPD) term. 15 status

– The actual condition ("not requested") and the

PLD Bin2/1 explanation (bottom text) of the binary value are
0000 not requested shown.
Warning buzzer The cursor is positioned on the selected binary
value.
Indication whether ecu
MR(PLD) drives the buzzer.

show next binary value

show previous binary value

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 4.9.2. Show analog values
Ecu list
1 PLD fault text – Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).
2 ADM fault text – Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

PLD FUNCTION – Place cursor on "Diagnosis".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routine
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Show actual values".

PLD DIAGNOSIS
1 Show actual values
2 Log actual values
3 Show fault code memory
4 Log fault code memory

– Place cursor on "Show analog values".

PLD Actual values
1 Show analog values
2 Show binary values

– A list of analog values is shown.

PLD Ana list – Place cursor on relevant analog value
01 Desired engine torque (e.g. "01 Desired engine torque").
02 Prop. valve 1
03 Actual engine torque
04 Deliv. rate mean value
05 Start of deliv. mean value

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 – The value of the selected analog value, the
PLD Ana 1 corresponding physical unit and an explanatory
500 Nm text are shown.
Desired engine torque
Indication of the default
desired engine torque show next analog value
of FR (FMR) or PSM

show previous analog value

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 4.10. Show / delete fault code
memory
4.10.1. Show fault code memory

– Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).

– Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).

Ecu list
1 ADM fault text
2 PLD fault text
3 FMR no fault text

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

PLD FUNCTION – Place cursor on "Diagnosis".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routine
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Show fault code memory".

PLD DIAGNOSIS
1 Show actual values
2 Log actual values
3 Show fault code memory
4 Log fault code memory

Actual fault codes = actually valid (i.e. not yet

PLD FSP
1 Actual fault codes
2 Stored fault codes
3 Delete fault code memory
removed) fault codes. These
cannot be deleted.
Stored fault codes = not acually valid (i.e. already
removed) fault codes. These
can be deleted
(as necessary).

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 – Place cursor on relevant fault group (e.g. "Actual
PLD FSP fault code").
1 Actual fault codes
2 Stored fault codes
3 Delete fault code memory

– The fault codes of the selected fault group are

PLD act. faults shown.
1 20309 – Place cursor on relevant fault code (e.g. 20309).
2 10409
3 11515
4 11615

– The selected fault code, the corresponding

act. faults 1 description (consisting of filename and
20309 0 h. explanation/remedial actions) and the position of
Crankshaft sensor the service-hour counter are shown.
Line break
show next fault code

show previous fault code

The service-hour counter indicates the number of

service hours since the last occurrence of the fault
code. The counter can count up to 255 hours and
no longer changes after it has reached the
maximum value.

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Ecu list
1 ADM fault text
2 PLD fault text
3 FMR no fault text
4.10.2.Delete fault code memory
– Carry out ecu search routine (see page 15).
– Place cursor on relevant ecu (e.g. PLD).

– The functions of the selected ecu are shown.

PLD FUNCTION – Place cursor on "Diagnosis".
1 Diagnosis
2 Set parameters
3 Routine
4 System info

– Place cursor on "Show fault code memory".

PLD DIAGNOSIS
1 Show actual values
2 Log actual values
3 Show fault code memory
4 Log fault code memory

– Place cursor on "Delete fault code memory".

PLD FCM
1 Actual fault codes
2 Stored fault codes
3 Delete fault code memory

– The fault code memory of the ecu is deleted.

PLD FCM – Wait for the next message to appear.
Fault code memory
deleting…

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 Depending on the condition of the fault code
memory one of the following two messages is
displayed:

– No more actual (not yet removed) fault codes in

PLD FCM memory.
No more fault codes found The complete fault code memory of the ecu has
been deleted.

or:

– More actual (not yet removed) fault codes in

PLD FCM memory.
More actual fault codes
in memory Actual (not yet removed) fault codes cannot be
deleted.

– After the work on the fault code memory has been

completed switch off the ignition for 6 seconds.
Only then will the fault codes be definitively
removed from the ecu.
– After switching off the ignition a countdown is
shown. Switch the ignition on again after the
6 seconds have elapsed.

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5. Minidiag Assistant

5.1. Functions of Minidiag Assistant

– Create or modify parameter blocks to set the parameters of the

ecus (see page 35).
– Store or load parameter blocks and description files
(see page 43).
– Transfer parameter blocks and description files to Minidiag 2 to
set the parameters of the ecus accordingly (see page 49).

5.2. Installation

The "Minidiag Assistant" software can be obtained via:

– the Internet by e-mail, or

– data carrier (floppy disk / CD-ROM)

To use the "Minidiag Assistant" software, you must first install it on

your PC.
Minimum system requirements:
– Microsoft® Windows™ 3.1 or higher
– At least 8 MB RAM
– At least 10 MB free space on hard disk

Step 1: e-mail: (Internet)

Save the e-mail files in a directory on the hard disk
floppy disk / CD-ROM:
Insert installation disk/CD in the drive.
Step 2: Using a file manager (e.g. Explorer) or the command
line, select and run the file "SETUP.EXE".
The window for selection of the target drive is displayed:

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 Selection of target drive

Step 3: Select the target drive (local hard disk, normally "C:")
for the installation and click the "Copy" button to
confirm.
The setup window with progress indication bars is
displayed, followed by a window informing you of the
successful installation.

Installation progress indication

Information window after successful installation

Step 4: Click the "OK" button to complete the installation

procedure.

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 5.3. Create / modify parameter block

5.3.1. Create parameter block

Step 1: Start Minidiag Assistant with the "Mdiagass.exe" file in

the "Minidiag" directory on the PC.

Start window

Step 2: Click on "parameter assistent".

The "Parameter Assistent" window is displayed.

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Step 3: In the "parameter set" menu, click on the "new" option.

Next window: "new parameter set".

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Step 4: In the "ecu" field, click on the relevant ecu for which a
parameter block is to be created.
Step 5: In the "diagnosis version" field, click on the relevant
ecu version.
Read out ecu version with Minidiag 2 (see page 15).
Step 6: In the "description file" field, click on the relevant
description file.
Step 7: In the "language" field, click on the desired language.
Step 8: In the "customer" field, enter a new customer name or
click on an existing customer name.
Step 9: In the "parameter set" field, enter a new parameter set
name.
Step 10: In the "comments" field, you can enter any comments
as necessary.
Step 11: Click on "select".
Next window: "parameter data".

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Step 12: Click on the parameter group to be shown or modified

(green encircled).
Step 13: In the "actual" entry field (red encircled), enter the
desired value of the relevant parameter.

actual = set parameter value.

default = preset or basic parameter value (cannot be
modified).
min = minimum parameter value (cannot be modified).
max = maximum parameter value (cannot be modified).
dimension= parameter unit (cannot be modified).

If you click on "default", the parameter values of all groups are

reset to the basic value.

Step 14: In the "parameter set" menu, click on the option "save"
to store the created or modified parameter block.

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 5.3.2. Modify parameter block

Step 1: Start Minidiag Assistant with the "Mdiagass.exe" file in

the "Minidiag" directory on the PC.
The start window is displayed.

Start window

Step 2: Click on "parameter assistent ".

The "Parameter Assistent" window is opened.

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Step 3: In the "parameter set" menu, click on the option

"open".
The "parameter selection" window is opened.

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Step 4: In the "ecu" field, click on the relevant ecu for which the
parameter block is to be modified.
Step 5: In the "diagnosis version" field, click on the relevant
ecu version.
Step 6: In the "description file" field, click on the relevant
description file.
Step 7: In the "language" field, click on the relevant language.
Step 8: In the "customer" field, click on the relevant customer
name.
Step 9: In the "parameter set" field, click on the relevant
parameter set to be modified.

To delete the selected parameter block, click on

"delete parameter set".

Step 10: Click on "select".

The "parameter data" window is displayed.

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Step 11: Click on the parameter group to be modified (green

encircled).
Step 12: In the "actual" entry field (red encircled), enter the
desired value of the relevant parameter.

For further details, see page 38.

Step 13: In the "parameter set" menu, click on the option "save"
to store the modified parameter block.

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 5.4. Store on or load from data carrier

5.4.1. To store on data carrier

Step 1: Start Minidiag Assistant with the "Mdiagass.exe" file in

the "Minidiag" directory on the PC.
The start window is displayed.

Start window

Step 2: Click on "logistic assistent".

The "Logistic Assistent" window is opened.

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Step 3: Click on "store on data carrier".

Next window: "store on data carrier"
Step 4: Click on the desired target drive
(destination).

If you click on the field "parameter sets only", only

parameter sets will be stored.

Step 5: Click on "copy".

If you not click on "parameter sets only", all

"store on data carrier" window
parameter blocks, description files and the
Minidiag Assistant PC program will be stored on
the data carrier in the "setup.exe" file.
This file can then be used to install the Minidiag
Assistant PC program on another drive or PC, thus
allowing the stored parameter blocks and
description files to be read out.

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 Progress indication for storage on data carrier

When storing the data on 3 ½" floppy disks, you may have to insert
a second data carrier in the drive. This is indicated by the following
information window:
Insert a second floppy disk and click the OK button
to confirm. The storage operation continues and
the following information window is displayed to
indicate that the data have been stored
successfully.

Please insert new floppy disk

Step 6 Click the “OK” button to complete

the storage operation.:

Information window aftersuccessful storage

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 5.4.2. Load from data carrier

To load the Minidiag 2 files from floppy disk or hard disk.

Step 1: Start Minidiag Assistant with the "Mdiagass.exe" file in

the "Minidiag" directory on the PC.
The start window is displayed:

Start window

Step 2: Click on "logistic assistent".

Next window: "Logistic Assistent".

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Step 3: Click on "download from data

carrier".
The drive selection window is
displayed:
Step 4: In the "source file / drive"
field, click on the relevant
drive.
Step 5: In the "target file / drive"
field, click on the relevant
drive.
Step 6: Click on "copy".
The progress indication
window is displayed, followed
by the information window to
indicate that the data have
"download from data carrier" window been loaded successfully:

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 Progress indication window

Information window after successful loading

Step 7: Click the "OK" button to complete the loading

operation.

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 5.5. Transfer files to Minidiag 2

Step 1: Connect Minidiag 2 to the PC

(connecting cable see page 10) and switch
on the power supply.
The Minidiag 2 display is now in one of the following
three states:
a) The main menu is displayed:
Minidiag II – Position cursor on '3 PC communication'
1 Minidiag info and confirm with 'OK'.
2 ecu search routine
3 PC communication

The device is ready for communication.

RS 232 remote operation – Continue with step 2.

b) Communication mode
RS 232 remote operation The data have not been loaded completely and the
W: no system... Minidiag 2 is therefore automatically in communication
mode.
– Continue with step 2.

c) empty display
The operating system has not been loaded completely
or has been overwritten, and must therefore be stored
in memory again.

Disconnect the power supply of the Minidiag 2

– Continue with step 2.

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 Step 2: Start Minidiag Assistant on the PC.
The start window is displayed:

Start window

Step 3: Start logistic assistent.

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Step 4: Click on "communication settings".

New window: "COM settings":
Step 5: Click on the interface ("COM port") to
which the Minidiag 2 is connected.
Step 6: Click on "OK".
The "Logistic Assistent" window is
displayed.

"COM settings" window

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 Step 7: In "Logistic Assistent", click on the button "file transfer
to Minidiag2". The "updating" window is displayed.

"updating" window

Step 8: If the power supply was disconnected in case C),

reconnect it at this point.
The Minidiag 2 operating program is compared with the PC
operating program and updated.
The entire data memory of Minidiag 2 is deleted.
All parameter blocks and description files are transferred to
Minidiag 2.
This completes the data transfer process.
Step 9: The following message is displayed, to be confirmed
with "OK":

Message of successful data transfer

The Minidiag 2 display returns to the main menu and

can be used for other applications.

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