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PCM Snapshot

The scan tool can take a snapshot of the PCM input and output parameters. The snapshot data can be reviewed for diagnostic purposes while not driving the vehicle. The snapshot can be used in two ways at the time a symptom is noticed.
^ Manual-
When in the manual snapshot mode the technician or customer must trigger when the symptom is noticed.

^ Automatic-
When the automatic snapshot mode is used the scan tool will be programmed for a specific DTC, the scan tool will automatically capture the data when the DTC is set.