PicoScope Training

Welcome to the PicoScope Automotive training Page - Click on the Links Below to view topic

Latest Videos

Introduction to Pico Scope

BNC+ Resistance Lead v Multi-Meter

An introduction to PicoScope Future Vehicle Diagnostics

New Pico User resources

'Welcome to PicoScope Automotive video'

'PicoScope Automotive Top 10 Tests Animation Videos'

'Pico Automotive Software Download Link' - Download and install free to use in demo mode prior to purchase.

Pico scope 7 start up and tour

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hmFJCHj3-k&t=11s

Pico Scope 7 automotive scope school part 1 – intro

https://www.picoauto.com/library/training/picoscope-7-automotive-scope-school-part-1-introduction-to-picoscope

Pico scope 7 automotive scope school part 2 – next step

https://www.picoauto.com/library/training/picoscope-7-automotive-scope-school-part-2-the-next-step

Pico scope 7 automotive software ongoing developments

https://www.picoauto.com/support/viewtopic.php?p=102798#p102798

'Official Pico Automotive Support Forum'

Reference Waveform Library - Over 10700 waveforms (requires Pico Automotive scope to be connected to pc to access and Pico support Forum login details) Access via File menu in Pico scope software program

'Step 1 – A guide to Pico Diagnostics. ‘Where to Start, What to do, How to Succeed’'

'Open Your Eyes video - Picoscope Automotive overview'

Official Pico Automotive Social Media Groups

'Pico Technology – (Automotive Diagnostics)'

'Picoscope Automotive (Scope Diagnostics)'

'Picoscope Automotive Official Youtube channel'

Beginners

Tutorials

• 'Introduction to PicoScope'
• 'The next step'
• 'Compression testing'
• 'Parasitic drain testing'
• 'Cam and crank correlation'
• 'Secondary ignition'
• 'Broadband oxygen sensor'

Video Links

• 'Pico Diagnostics Battery Testing'
• 'Pico Diagnostics - Relative Compression Testing'
• 'Pico Diagnostics – Misfire and cylinder balance test'
• 'Fuel Pump Current Draw Test'
• 'Pico Scope 25 Guided test videos'

Intermediate/Advanced Pico users

Tutorials

• 'Tips and tricks using PicoScope software'
• 'Maths Channels, Filtering, Attenuation'
• 'More Parasitic drain testing'
• 'Using PicoScope’s filtering functions'
• 'Pressure School Part 1 – introduction to the Pressure Transducer'
• 'Pressure School Part 2 – A running diagnosis'
• 'Individual cylinder valve timing errors'
• 'Diesel injector Back-leakage testing (spill testing)'
• 'Hydraulic waveform examples and analysis'
• 'Turbochargers'
• 'The alternator'

Video Links

• 'Common Rail Diesel Injector Current (Piezo) Test'
• 'Keyless Entry Sensor Testing'

Frank Massey Top Ten Tests using PicoScope - Video Series

• 'Cranking Current, Voltage Drop and RPM'
• 'Test Actuator Duty Current'
• 'Air Mass Meter Testing'
• 'Wide Band Lambda Test'
• 'Ignition Profiling Primary Coil voltage current and secondary inductive'
• 'Power Ground Current'
• 'Common Rail Diesel Pressure Sensor Test'
• 'Direct Injection High Pressure Pump Testing'
• 'PicoScope Compression Testing'
• 'PicoScope Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Sensor testing'

Noise Vibration Harshness Video series

• 'Episode 1 - An introduction to Noise Vibration and Harshness testing'
• 'Episode 2 - The theory of NVH'
• 'Episode 3 - NVH Setup'
• 'Episode 4 - Working with NVH'
• 'Episode 5 - NVH Time Domain'
• 'Episode 6 - NVH Noise and Sound analysis'
• 'Episode 7 - NVH Case Studies'

Compression Testing with Frank Massey - Video Series

• 'Episode 1 - Engine Analysis with Picoscope'
• 'Episode 2 - Relative Compression testing'
• 'Episode 3 - Compression Analysis using Picoscope'
• 'Episode 4 - Compression Analysis using the WPS500x'
• 'Episode 5 - Electronic Engine Syncronisation'

Practical Pico Video Series

• 'CAN BUS Diagnostics and serial decoding'
• 'CAN BUS Testing and serial decoding Q&A'
• 'Cylinder Identification & relative compression on CRD engines'
• 'Non invasive engine condition testing'
• 'Non invasive engine condition testing Q&A'
• '8 channel testing with Pico 4823'
• 'Open Your Eyes video - Picoscope Automotive overview'

Pico Log Software

• Parasitic Drain logging for automotive and heavy vehicle applications

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Autoland Vedis 3and iScan 3Technical Support Documents

• Mercedes Benz W211 Assyst Service Reset
• Nissan ETB Idle Air Volume Learn
• VASS ETB System Basic Setting
• MB: Resetting & Re activating Memory of HFM Control Module
• BMW E38 ZKE Coding
• Toyota / Lexus: VSC Zero Point Calibration
• Nissan/Infiniti: VDC Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor
• VASS: Adapting Service Interval 1995-1999 Part 1
• VASS: Adapting Service Interval 1999-> Part 2
• Honda: Immobiliser Keys Setting
• Nissan: NATS and I-Key Setting
• VASS: Remove and install the brake pads
• Mercedes Benz: W220 S320 Activate radio code
• Mitsubishi: ETV Initialisation & Idle Learning Value
• BMW: New CKM Introduction & Setting
• VW / Audi: DSG Transmission Basic Setting
• Lexus: Registration of TPMS ID's
• Peugeot AL4: Hydraulic Solenoid Check & Full Oil Counter Zero
• BMW: CKM (Car/Key Memory) Setting
• VASS: 01J (CVT) Automatic Transmission Adaptation
• Mitsubishi: Reset Service Reminder
• Mercedes Benz: Transmission 722.9 and ISM
• VASS: Basic Setting of EGR for Diesel Engines
• BMW: Register Battery Replacement & Equipment Function Setup
• Mercedes Benz: SBC Activation
• Toyota: EPS (Electric Power Steering) Adaptation
• Mercedes Benz (WSS) Weight Sensing System Replacement
• BMW RDC (Tyre Pressure Control System) Initialisation
• VASS Headlamps Adjustment
• Mercedes Benz PSE Setting
• BMW F10 EMF (Electro Mechanical parking brake system)
• Volkswagen / Audi / Seat / Skoda: Oil Reset
• VASS ABS Sensor for Steering Angle Calibration-1
• Honda ECM/PCM Idle Learn
• VASS ABS Sensor for Steering Angle Calibration-2
• BMW EHC Adjustment
• Toyota New Model Wireless Code Setting
• Mercedes Benz EPB(Electronic Park Brake
• Toyota Customize Functions
• BMW Electromechanical Power Steering (EPS) Calibration
• VW/Audi/SEAT/Skoda DSG 7 speed Transmission Calibration Functions
• Porsche Cayenne 2nd Gen Parking Brake pads change
• Link: Porsche Macan Parking Brake - Pads Change
• BMW Injector Adjustment (gasoline & diesel)
• Link: Mercedes Benz W205 Brake Pad Change
• Link: Honda VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) Neutral Memorisation
• Link: Volvo (PBM) Parking Brake Module - Rear Pads change
• Link: Ford Battery Monitoring System Reset

General Information

2008 Ford P B C U Code List(367KB pdf)
2007 Updated OBDII Code List(267KB pdf)
OBD II Body Codes(192KB pdf)
OBD II Powertrain Codes(197KB pdf)
OBD II Chassis Codes(86KB pdf)
OBD II CAN U Codes(49KB pdf)
Network U Codes(54KB pdf)
OBD II and EOBD Codes(67KB pdf)
Solutions for Car Multiplexing(146KB pdf)
Short & Long Term Fuel Trims(11KB pdf)
Handy Abbreviations and Acronyms(19KB pdf)
STFT/LTFT Basics and GMH Trim Interaction(65KB pdf)
Toyota Oxygen Sensors - Part 1(270KB pdf)
Toyota Oxygen Sensors - Part 2(370KB pdf)
Toyota Planar Sensors - Part 3(390KB pdf)
Vacuum Gauge Interpretations(webpage + animation)

Manufacturer Specific Information

CHRYSLER

Chrysler Code Retrieval(pdf)

FORD

Programming Ford SmartLock System(pdf)

Ford Falcon EBII to ED security system Learn (pdf)

Ford Falcon EL 1996 Model Remote Programming (pdf)

Ford AU/AUII Smartlock Remote Programming Procedure (pdf)
Ford Falcon AU I BCM/Remote Relearn(pdf)

Ford Kuga 2008 to 2016 oil service light reset procedure (pdf)

HOLDEN

Holden VE Commodore key programming(pdf)
Holden VE Remote Control Programming(pdf)
Commodore Rear Lamp Relearn Procedure(pdf)
Series I, II, III/VS Commodore BCM Information(pdf)
Holden Isuzu RA 2003> 4WD Reset Procedure(pdf)
Holden Isuzu (early models) 4WD Reset Procedure(pdf)
Holden Rodeo RA 2004 Program Central Locking Remotes(pdf)

MAZDA

Mazda 3 'Auto' Window Reset(pdf)

MERCEDES BENZ

MB 1996+ Trans DTC's(pdf)
MB 1996+ DTC's(pdf)
HL-SFI, HFM-SFI, ME_SFI DTC's & Self Adaption(pdf)

NISSAN

Programming Central Door Locking Remotes(pdf)
Nissan Anti Theft System (NATS 2)(pdf)

PEUGEOT

Vehicle Identification by VIN(pdf)

TOYOTA

Toyota HiLux Timing Belt Light Reset (2007)(pdf)

VW/AUDI

VW/Audi idle relearn - Basic Settings

PicoScope Users

PicoScope Reference Waveform Library(3MB pdf) - complete with waveform notes

PicoAutomotiveYoutube Video Channel link- CLICK HERE

PicoScope Tutorials

Ignition-Primary(265KB pdf)
Trigger-Signals Part 1(200KB pdf)
Trigger-Signals Part 2(250KB pdf)
Trigger-Signals Part 3(250KB pdf)
Primary vs Secondary Circuits(250KB pdf)
Electronic Fuel Injection Part1(300KB pdf)
Electronic Fuel Injection Part 2(300KB pdf)
Electronic Fuel Injection Part 3(350KB pdf)
Emissions-Related Components & Actuators(250K pdf)
Misc. Sensors and Actuators Waveforms(400K pdf)

Real-Life Diagnostics

BMW X5 Misfire(webpage)
Troubleshooting a Knock Sensor(webpage)
2001 Astra 1.6 Misfire(webpage)

Everyday Diagnostics

BMW Braking Issues(web page)
Ford Focus Hard Starting(web page)
Timing Issues Alfa - Nissan(web page + animation)

Service Light Reset Procedures

Ford Kuga 2008 to 2016 oil service light reset (pdf)

BMW 2001+ E46/E39 Service Interval Resetgeneral info (pdf)
BMW E70 Service Light Resetgeneral info (pdf)
Holden Commodore Service Resetgeneral info (pdf)
VY Commodore Service Resetgeneral info (pdf)
Volvo C70 Service Resetgeneral info (pdf)
Volvo V/S40/V/C/S60/70 Service Resetgeneral info (pdf)