Otc 2000 Vs. Drbii

[daytonajesse]

Quick Q guys, I just snagged a OTC 2000. Will it perform all the tests the DRBII is supposed to?

[daytonajesse]

[Stevien1]

Unfortunatly, the OTC 2000 lacks a few features that are specific to the DRBII. It's okay for reading the datastream and doing a few actuator tests, but that's about it.

-Chuck James

[daytonajesse]

Thanks, for the cost of a drbII I'll just live with the otc2000.

[Vilpo]

How does the Otc 2000 read transmission codes?

[NAJ]

DRB2 has been outdated since 1996 with the advent of OBD2,Now the DRB3 is almost outdated with vehicles useing the CAN Bus System Chryslers new Scanner is the Star Scan.
You may be able to find a used one on eBay fairly cheap,I have seen stranger things show up.
Did 90/91 use Electronic Trans? My Sons 94 Duster has an A604 but he has a Snap On Scanner

[Vilpo]

Yes, it is A604 electronic trans, i think at least.. There is something i think is the transmission controller on the right side of engine bay, near the evap. canister. It has a simular connector than the sbec.

[NAJ]

My Monitor 2000 died many a year ago but I do not remember about accessing Trans Codes since I have a Manual Trans.when did they stop making updated cartridges for the 2000 and go to the 4000?

[NAJ]

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Just found this with a Google Search

If you have any problems or questions, contact OTC Technical Services at 1-800-533-6127.


What is needed to update a Monitor 2000?

The only option is to trade-in your 2000 for an Enhanced Monitor. The Trade-In Kit, No. 3342, covers 1979-1999 domestic vehicles, and is OBD II, and Ford DCL compatible.


What is needed to update a Monitor 4000E?

A Monitor 4000E can be updated using the current Pathfinder '97 Basic Update kit, No. 3305-100. This kit covers 1989-1997 domestic vehicles. When updating from 1992 or older software, a new Ford cable is required, No. 3305-58. In order to access OBD II or Ford DCL, an additional adapter will be required, No. 3305-75. An alternative to the adapter and the Pathfinder '98 Update, is to trade-in your 4000E for an Enhanced Monitor with OTC's Trade-In Kit, No. 3345. This kit covers 1979-1998 domestic vehicles, and is OBD II, and Ford DCL compatible.


What is OBD II?

On-Board Diagnostics Generation Two systems, otherwise known as OBD II, can be found on selected 1995-96 and newer vehicles. OBD II is an expanded version of OBD I which has been required on California vehicles since 1988. OBD II is an emissions based regulation that monitors emissions related components and systems for failures, and can trigger diagnostics when no driveability concerns are noticed.
OBD II also uses a different type of digital data stream than non-OBD II vehicles; it's called CLASS 2 communications. Traditional communications called UART, toggle a 5 volt line to 0 volts at 8,192 bits per second. CLASS 2 communications toggle from 0-7 volts at a faster 10.4 kb per second rate. In CLASS 2 communications, data is pulse-width modulated , having either a short or long length digital pulse, compared to only a short pulse for UART. Therefore, CLASS 2 data requires a scan tool capable of reading the new communications.

OTC's Enhanced Monitors are fully OBD II compatible. However, the Monitor 4000E requires the use of an OBD II Plus Adapter, No. 3305-75. Monitor 4000E owners can use Pathfinder III Software, No. 3305-80, or Pathfinder '97 Software, No. 3305-103 or No. 3305-100. You can upgrade your scan tool (no matter what brand!) by trading it in for an Enhanced Monitor Trade-In Kit, No. 3267.

Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles came with a standard OBD II diagnostic connector, but had traditional UART communications. For this, OTC has "Smart System Inserts" that plug into the OBD II cable to re-configure the cable for traditional communications. The monitor will indicate which insert is to be used once the VIN information has been entered. Generic OBD II insert, No. 3306-01 should be used on true OBD II vehicles.