Playback of Stored PIDs Procedure

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NOTE:

Look for abnormal behavior or values that are clearly incorrect. Inspect the signals for abrupt or unexpected changes.

Look for agreement in related signals. Make sure signals act in proper sequence.

Select VIEW RECORDER AREAS.
Select a view area.
Select up to the four PIDs to review in the table format or two PIDs to review in the graph mode.
Table format: Scroll through the PID data while analyzing the information. Look for sudden drops or spikes in the values.
For example: Notice the major jump in the TP voltage while scrolling through the information.

Fig 1: NGS Tester Display - View Recorder Areas (Sudden Spike - Possible Fault)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Graph format: Scroll through the PID data while analyzing the information. Look for sudden drops or spikes in the linear lines showing the transformation of values to the line graph.

Fig 2: NGS Tester Display - View Recorder Areas (Non Liner - Possible Fault In Sensor/Circuit)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.