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Reading & Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

NOTE: Before proceeding with reading diagnostic trouble codes, perform soft/hard top function test. See SOFT/HARD TOP SYSTEM - FUNCTION TEST (SECTION 11/1)  or roll bar function test. See ROLL BAR SYSTEM - FUNCTION TEST (SECTION 19.2/11.1)  under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
NOTE: The soft top controller is defined as the Top Actuation Control Unit (N52), but may also be referred to as Soft Top Control Module (N52). See Figure .
NOTE: Impulse Counter Tester is not used on all models, connection is dependent upon chassis number. Impulse Counter Tester is no longer used after 9/95.
NOTE: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) may also be referred to as "reading out fault memory".

Connect Impulse Counter or Hand Held Tester (HHT) according to connection diagram. See Fig 1 -Fig 5 . To identifying Diagnostic Data Link Connectors. See CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION  .

Fig 1: Impulse Counter Tester Connection Diagram For 16-Pole Data Link Connector (129.060/.061 & .066)
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Fig 2: Hand Held Tester Connection Diagram For 38-Pole Data Link Connector (129.063/.067 & .076)
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Fig 3: STAR DIAGNOSIS Scan Tool Connection Diagram For 16-Pole & 38-Pole Data Link Connectors (129.058/.063/.067 & .076)
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Fig 4: Impulse Counter Tester Connection Diagram For 38-Pole Data Link Connector
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Fig 5: Hand Held Tester Connection Diagram For 16-Pole Data Link Connector
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