Autodata - Diagnostic Trouble Codes Fault locations and probable causes - 2004 edition
Oscilloscopes Digital multi-meters are entirely satisfactory for checking circuits in a static condition and for instances where any change in reading is a gradual one, but for dynamic checking and the diagnosis of intermittent faults, the oscilloscope is a very powerful workshop tool. Unlike older analogue oscilloscopes dedicated to HT ignition testing, a modern digital oscilloscope has a variable voltage scale, enabling low voltages (typically 0-5 V or 0-12 V) to be displayed and also an adjustable time scale, enabling any wave form to be displayed in the ideal manner. Most oscilloscopes designed for automotive use can be hand-held and are therefore ideal fcr use in the workshop. They can also be used inside the car, while the vehicle is driven, to capture dynamic data. Usually it is possible to store wave forms and associated data in an internal memory and then print out or download the information onto a PC, enabling the scope patterns to be studied in detail. The oscilloscope display can show the amplitude, frequency, pulse width, shape and pattern of the signal received, by effectively drawing a graph of voltage (vertically) and time (horizontally). It is easy to connect (normally just two leads) and the speed of sampling can be far in excess of even the best of digital multi-meters. This fast response time enables diagnosis of intermittent problems and also enables the effect of disturbing parts of the system to be observed. When necessary, the response time can be slow enough to display signals such as the throttle position sensor. Once the cause of a problem has been diagnosed and rectified, the repair can be verified by retesting with the oscilloscope. The oscilloscope can also be used to check the overall condition of an engine management system equipped with a catalytic converter, by monitoring the activity of the oxygen sensor. The complex electronic engine management systems fitted to catalyst equipped vehicles are designed to maintain the mixture level between quite close tolerances so that the oxygen sensor is able react to small changes in the exhaust oxygen level and feed this information back to the ECM in the form of a voltage signal. By watching the oxygen sensor signal with an oscilloscope any irregularity in the overall system performance can be detected. If the wave form displayed is satisfactory this is a reliable indication that the whole system is operating correctly. Currently available oscilloscopes are easy to connect and use, enabling a trace to be displayed on the screen without any specialist knowledge or experience. The interpretation of this trace can be greatly assisted by reference to the typical wave forms illustrated in this chapter. Wave forms -- ~ig. 1 Each oscilloscope wave form has one or more of the following parameters: Amplitude - voltage (V) The signal voltage at a certain moment in time Frequency - cycles per second (Hz) The time between points of the signal Pulse width - duty cycle (%) The period during which the signal is ON - expressed as a percentage (%) of the total Shape - spike, curve, saw-tooth etc. The overall 'picture' of the signal Pattern - repeated shapes The pattern of repetition of the overall shape of the signal The oscilloscope will show all these parameters in one display and by comparing the scope traces from the vehicle under test with those illustrated, a judgement can be made about the condition of each circuit and its components. The scope trace for a faulty circuit or component will usually appear very different to that for a satisfactory one, thus simplifying fault identification. The five parameters listed above can be categorised as follows: Fig. 1 - Time - Wave AD42264
Direct current (DC) voltage signals - amplitude only Analogue signal voltages from components such as: Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5
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Direct current (DC) voltage signals - amplitude only<br />
Analogue signal voltages from components such as:<br />
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