1. Introducció
The KONNWEI KW590 is a universal OBD2 diagnostic scanner designed to assist vehicle owners and technicians in quickly identifying and resolving engine-related issues. This device is compatible with all 1996 and newer OBDII compliant vehicles, including those from the United States, Europe, and Asia. It provides essential diagnostic functions such as reading and clearing fault codes, viewing live data, and performing I/M readiness tests.
This manual provides detailed instructions on how to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot your KW590 scanner to ensure optimal performance and accurate diagnostics.
Figure 1.1: KONNWEI KW590 OBD2 Scanner with its diagnostic cable, USB cable, and a display of compatible car brands.
2. Informació important de seguretat
- Realitzeu sempre proves d'automoció en un entorn segur.
- Wear eye protection and safety clothing when testing.
- Mantingueu la roba, els cabells, les mans, les eines, els equips de prova, etc. allunyats de totes les parts del motor en moviment o calentes.
- Manejar el vehicle en una zona de treball ben ventilada; els gasos d'escapament són verinosos.
- Col·loqueu blocs davant de les rodes motrius i mai deixeu el vehicle sense vigilància mentre feu proves.
- Be extremely cautious when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires, and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages quan el motor està en marxa.
- The KW590 scanner operates only with a 12V vehicle battery. Do not connect it to other voltage fonts.
- Ensure the vehicle's ignition is OFF before connecting or disconnecting the scanner.
- This device is designed for gasoline-powered 12V vehicles only. It is not compatible with diesel vehicles.
3. Contingut del paquet
En obrir el paquet, comproveu que hi hagi tots els elements següents:
- 1 x KONNWEI KW590 OBDII/EOBD Scanner Unit
- 1 x OBDII Diagnostic Cable (16-pin)
- 1 x cable USB
- 1 x Manual d'usuari (Aquest document)
Figure 3.1: Contents of the KONNWEI KW590 package, showing the scanner, OBDII cable, USB cable, and user manual.
4. Producte acabatview
The KW590 scanner features a compact design with an easy-to-read backlit LCD screen and intuitive button controls. It is powered directly from the vehicle's OBDII port, eliminating the need for external batteries or chargers during operation.
Figura 4.1: Frontal view of the KW590 scanner, highlighting the LCD display, ESC, ENTER, and navigation buttons.
4.1 Components del dispositiu
- Pantalla LCD: 2.8-inch backlit screen for displaying diagnostic information.
- Botó ESC: Surt del menú actual o cancel·la una operació.
- Botó ENTER: Confirma una selecció o entra a un menú.
- Botons de fletxa amunt/avall: Navigates through menu options and data.
- Connector OBDII: 16-pin connector for linking to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Port USB: Per connectar-se a un ordinador per a actualitzacions de programari i impressió de dades.
Figura 4.2: lateral view of the KW590 scanner, showing the mini-USB port for PC connection.
5. Configuració i connexió
Follow these steps to connect the KW590 scanner to your vehicle:
- Localitza el connector d'enllaç de dades (DLC) de 16 pins del vehicle. Normalment es troba sota el tauler de control, al costat del conductor.
- Assegureu-vos que el contacte del vehicle estigui en la posició OFF.
- Plug the OBDII diagnostic cable into the vehicle's DLC. Ensure a secure connection.
- Once connected, turn the vehicle's ignition to the ON position (engine can be off or running, depending on the test). The scanner will automatically power on and display the main menu.
Figure 5.1: The KW590 scanner connected to a vehicle's OBDII port, ready for operation.
6. Instruccions de funcionament
The KW590 scanner offers various diagnostic functions accessible through its main menu. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to navigate and the ENTER button to select.
Figure 6.1: The main Diagnostic Menu of the KW590 scanner.
6.1 Funcions clau
- Llegir codis: Retrieves Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the vehicle's computer. This includes generic (P0, P2, P3, U0) and manufacturer-specific (P1, P3, U1) codes. The scanner displays the DTC definitions directly on the screen.
- Esborra codis: Clears DTCs from the vehicle's computer and turns off the Check Engine Light (MIL). This also resets monitors. Precaució: Esborrar els codis sense solucionar el problema subjacent probablement farà que els codis reapareguin.
- Dades en directe: Displays real-time data stream from the vehicle's sensors, such as engine RPM, vehicle speed, O2 sensor readings, etc.
- View Congela les dades del fotograma: Shows a snapshot of the vehicle's operating conditions at the moment an emission-related fault occurred.
- Estat de preparació I/M: Checks the readiness of the emission-related monitoring systems. This is useful for determining if the vehicle is ready for an emissions test.
- Prova del sensor d'O2: Recupera els resultats de les proves del monitor del sensor d'O2 per a les proves completades més recentment de l'ordinador de bord del vehicle.
- Prova del monitor integrat: Recupera els resultats de les proves per a components i sistemes del tren motriu relacionats amb les emissions que no es controlen contínuament.
- Informació del vehicle (VIN, CIN, CVN): Recupera el número d'identificació del vehicle, l'ID de calibratge i el número de verificació de calibratge.
- Biblioteca de cerca DTC: Built-in library to look up definitions of DTCs.
Figura 6.2: Example of a fault code (P0209) displayed on the KW590 screen with its description.
6.2 Llums indicadors
The scanner features indicator lights to provide quick status feedback:
- LED verd: Indicates that the engine system is running normally.
- LED vermell: Indicates there are one or more problems with the vehicle's system.
- LED groc: Indicates there is a pending problem or a system that cannot run diagnostic testing.
7. Actualització de programari
The KW590 scanner supports lifetime free software updates via the internet. This ensures you have the latest bug fixes and newly added parameters. To update the software:
- Baixeu l'eina d'actualització des del lloc web oficial de KONNWEI website (refer to the website address provided in the original packaging or product documentation).
- Install the update tool on your computer.
- Connect the KW590 scanner to your computer using the provided USB cable.
- Launch the update tool and follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the latest firmware onto your device.
8. Impressió de dades
You can print diagnostic data and reports from your KW590 scanner using a computer. This feature allows you to keep records or share them with a mechanic.
- Ensure the KW590 scanner is connected to your computer via the USB cable.
- Open the KONNWEI update/data management software on your computer.
- Navigate to the data review or print function within the software.
- Select the data you wish to print and follow the software's instructions to generate and print the report.
9. Solució De Problemes
This section addresses common issues you might encounter while using the KW590 scanner.
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
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| L'escàner no s'encén. |
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| "LINK ERROR" message displayed. |
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| No es poden esborrar els codis. |
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10. Especificacions
| Visualització: | LCD retroil·luminada de 2.8 polzades |
| Vol. Operatiutage: | 12V DC (from vehicle OBDII port) |
| Protocols admesos: | SAE J1850 PWM, SAE J1850 VPW, ISO9141-2, ISO14230-4 KWP (5 Baud Init, Fast Init), ISO15765-4 CAN (11bit ID, 29bit ID, 250 Kbaud, 500 Kbaud) |
| Temperatura de funcionament: | De 0 a 60 °C (de 32 a 140 °F) |
| Temperatura d'emmagatzematge: | -20 a 70 °C (-4 a 158 °F) |
| Dimensions: | Approximately 12.5 cm (Length) x 7 cm (Width) x 2 cm (Thickness) |
| Pes: | No especificat |
| Idiomes admesos: | Anglès, espanyol, francès, alemany, holandès |
Figure 10.1: Physical dimensions of the KW590 scanner.
11. Garantia i Suport
11.1 Informació de la garantia
The KONNWEI KW590 scanner comes with a 12-month quality warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and malfunctions under normal use. It does not cover damage caused by misuse, accident, unauthorized modification, or improper installation.
Additionally, a 30-day return policy is offered for any reason, allowing customers to return the product within 30 days of purchase if unsatisfied.
11.2 Suport tècnic
For technical assistance, troubleshooting guidance, or warranty claims, please contact KONNWEI customer support. Refer to the contact information provided in your product packaging or on the official KONNWEI weblloc.
Regular software updates are available free of charge for the lifetime of the product to ensure compatibility with new vehicle models and to provide the latest diagnostic features. Visit the official KONNWEI website for software downloads and support resources.
