Chrysler PT Cruiser. Manual - part 231
connector cavity 16). A minimum of 11 volts is
required to adequately power the DRBIII
t.
If all connections are proper between the
DRBIII
t and the vehicle or other devices, and the
vehicle battery is fully charged, and inoperative
DRBIII
t may be the result of faulty cable or vehicle
wiring.
3.5.2
DISPLAY IS NOT VISIBLE
Low temperatures will affect the visibility of the
display. Adjust the contrast to compensate for this
condition
4.0
DISCLAIMERS, SAFETY,
WARNINGS
4.1
DISCLAIMERS
All information, illustrations, and specifications
contained in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time
without notice.
4.2
SAFETY
4.2.1
TECHNICIAN SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: ENGINES PRODUCE CARBON
MONOXIDE THAT IS ODORLESS, CAUSES
SLOWER REACTION TIME, AND CAN LEAD
TO SERIOUS INJURY. WHEN THE ENGINE IS
OPERATING, KEEP SERVICE AREAS WELL
VENTILATED OR ATTACH THE VEHICLE
EXHAUST SYSTEM TO THE SHOP EXHAUST
REMOVAL SYSTEM.
Set the parking brake and block the wheels before
testing or repairing the vehicle. It is especially
important to block the wheels on front-wheel drive
vehicles; the parking brake does not hold the drive
wheels.
When servicing a vehicle, always wear eye pro-
tection, and remove any metal jewelry such as
watchbands or bracelets that might make an inad-
vertent electrical contact.
When diagnosing a powertrain system problem,
it is important to follow approved procedures where
applicable. These procedures can be found in ser-
vice manual procedures. Following these proce-
dures is very important to the safety of individuals
performing diagnostic tests.
4.2.2
VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR
TESTING
Make sure the vehicle being tested has a fully
charged battery. If it does not, false diagnostic codes
or error messages may occur.
4.2.3
SERVICING SUB ASSEMBLIES
Some components of the powertrain system are
intended to be serviced in assembly only. Attempt-
ing to remove or repair certain system sub-
components may result in personal injury and/or
improper system operation. Only those components
with approved repair and installation procedures in
the service manual should be serviced.
4.2.4
DRBIII
T SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: EXCEEDING THE LIMITS OF THE
DRBIII
T
MULTIMETER IS DANGEROUS. IT
CAN EXPOSE YOU TO SERIOUS INJURY.
CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
CAUTIONS
AND
THE
SPECIFICATION
LIMITS.
Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service specifi-
cations at all times.
•
Do not use the DRBIII
t if it has been damaged.
•
Do not use the test leads if the insulation is
damaged or if metal is exposed.
•
To avoid electrical shock, do not touch the test
leads, tips, or the circuit being tested.
•
Choose the proper range and function for the
measurement. Do not try voltage or current mea-
surements that may exceed the rated capacity.
•
Do not exceed the limits shown in the table below:
FUNCTION
INPUT LIMIT
Volts
0 - 500 peak volts AC
0 - 500 volts DC
Ohms (resistance)*
0 - 1.12 megohms
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GENERAL INFORMATION