I've done a lot of testing lately and want to provide some results. It's a difficult process when:
A. I don't know what I'm doing
B. Don't know if vehicle is fully functional
C. Get different results from laptop and from desktop
D. There are multiple problem areas.
My first DAD was not able to communicate with the ABS nor Autom Trans with either laptop or desktop. It couldn't provide engine run data. It also quit operating in cooler temperature. A replacement DAD was able to communicate with ABS & Trans and get engine run data with the desktop, but not laptop.
My laptop problems are still ongoing. I have a ~3-year old HP operating on Win XP Pro. I have a generic ExpressCard RS232 card and a USB to RS232 adapter. I get same results from both RS232 devices. Readings after clearing error codes:
CDI Diesel, Airbag, Inst. Cluster, SKREEM, CTM: OK
ABS, Autom Trans: Does not communicate
Using the desktop I get these results:
CDI Diesel, ESP, Airgag, Inst Cluster, Autom Trans, Immobil Alarm, ESM, SKREEM, CTM, ATC: OK
CHM: Module not present
I'm not sure what's going on with the laptop. I suspect RS232 problems. Perhaps running off of +/- 5V and not +/- 12V? The DAD's RS232 cable is also extremely long. It may be OK for 12V system, but marginal for 5V??? I may consider shortening the cable. I also want to try another ExpressCard.
I located another '06 3500 Sprinter to verify both vehicles provide similar results. Errors B1040, B1041, B1042, B1470, B1010, C1010 were common to both vehicles. I had exact same problems with the laptop. This rules out vehicle issues.
Before testing on another vehicle I couldn't rule out my vehicle being the problem. I was lucky to borrow a Bosch KTS200 tester (a hand-held device). What a great tool! It confirmed my errors detected by DAD. The tester also made it clear to me why I wasn't able to run the brake bleeding operation on DAD. The KTS200 informed me ABS error (C1010) must be erased before bleeding can be initiated. Sure enough, that was the case with DAD. I was able to activate a pump during the bleeding process with the KTS200. The pump is pretty loud. I'm not sure this pump is activated with DAD. I hear the solenoids though. Note, I didn't actually bleed the brakes, just wanted to verify proper valve, pump, etc. operation.
It would be great if someone can generate a procedure to bleed brakes. I'm not familiar with using a pressurized tank (28 psi), or how to hook it up. Can this tank be assembled from parts acquired from a hardware store?
Code questions:
My vehicle had error (in black). Are there any concerns:
ESM: P1817 Component reversing lamp has a short circuit.
2. The other vehicle had these errors (in black).
a. Engine: P2013 Ambient air temp sensor (it appears to be operating OK (provides correct temp)),
P1630 FBS signal
b. Airbag: ETR- Drivers emergency tensioning retractor. 3 Driver's emergency tensioning squib circuit (R12/1).
c. ESM: P1876 The wheel rpm from the ESP system are not available on CAN bus
d. Autom Trans: P2316 Communication error with AIRCOM control unit
Cal