Applicationt:
CAT
Production Description:
CAT Caterpillar Diagnostic Tool
The PC-based service tools from Caterpillar provide the capability to access Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) from a
personal computer. Many job-critical tasks can be performed with an electronic service tool. The user can display the
status of a group of parameters (temperatures, pressures, etc.) simultaneously, view active and clear logged diagnostics,
display the current configuration of an ECM and much more. The service tool works with a communication adapter to allow
connection to an ECM. A graphical interface makes this software quick to learn and easy to use. A separate pull-down menu
for each function enhances the ease of use. The version and identification of the ECM is automatically retrieved and
is displayed on a summary screen when the program is started. Diagnostic tests and calibrations can also be performed.
Caterpillar? PC-based tools enable service technicians to reprogram ECMs, reconfigure control system parameters, fine
tune performance or diagnose the root cause of a failure the first time. These powerful tools allow service personnel
to display and analyze vital performance and health information from any system quickly and accurately. The service
tool communicates with any system using ATA (J1708), J1939 or the Caterpillar proprietary data link networks. The
service tools provide information and features needed to help a technician diagnose problems and perform repairs and
to customize and personalize the operation of a product. By allowing customers to design flexibility and configurability
into a product, Caterpillar service tools stretch beyond the capabilities of preprogrammed ECMs or onboard display systems.
Features
Display, graph and log status parameters.
Retrieve prognostic data including histograms, engine totals for fuel used and miles traveled.
View active diagnostics and clear logged diagnostics. View events where irregularities have occurred and have been
logged by the ECM.
Perform calibrations to enhance performance of the ECM.
Customize the ECM with application-specific settings.
Over 100 custom Diagnostic, Information and Service features including:
- 2D and 3D Histogram plotting capability (engine software support required).
- Custom Status screen groups
- Snapshots (Download and display snapshot data recorded by the ECM)
- Configuration Aid that allows upload/download of same configuration to multiple control modules
Languages currently supported: Danish, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Spanish.
Customised Service Tool Options
Customized service tool name
Customized graphics for the splash screen and icons
Customized installation
Aftermarket differentiation, i.e., the tool for one customer does not work on the product of another customer.
Licensing options for customer management
Flash programming of the ECM(s)