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Tiny
JIM_255
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  • 2002 KIA RIO
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 300,000 MILES
OBD scan tool reports only "error" nothing else!
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2020 AT 12:40 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Is there power to the scanner? Have you tried a different scanner? If it is only reading error, have you checked the wiring at the DLC?

I attached a pic of the DLC below. Confirm power to pin 16 and ground to pins 4 and 5. Here is a link you may find helpful when checking wiring:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Also, make sure the ECU fuse isn't blown and has power. See pic 2.

Let me know.

Joe
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Tuesday, December 22nd, 2020 AT 7:46 PM
Tiny
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With the ECU fuse removed, the scanner does not power up. With the ECU fuse replaced the scanner powers up, scans, and reports only "error".
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 AT 1:36 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

There has to be a wiring issue. Check pin 7 (k-line) for damage or condition. If you look at pic 1, I highlighted the k line to the PCM. You will need to check it at the PCM as well. This is part of the CAN system. (computer area network). To test it requires a can scanner. Without one, you would need an oscilloscope. Check to see if the wiring at either end (DLC or PCM) is corroded or damaged.

Here is a link you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 AT 11:29 PM

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