Connecting to a Snowmobile MPEM

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Connecting to a Snowmobile MPEM

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To connect the MPI® to a snowmobile MPEM through its DESS® post (MY 2002 and former)

1.Connect one end of the DESS adapter into the 6-pin adapter.
2.Connect the other end of the DESS adapter to the DESS post of the vehicle.
3.Start the engine or provide DC power to the MPEM before starting communication with the module.

To connect the MPI to a snowmobile MPEM through its diagnostic connector (MY 2003 and above)

1.Remove the diagnostic connector from the protective cap fixed to the vehicle.
2.Connect the 6-pin adapter to the diagnostic connector of the vehicle harness. You may have to use a supply cable.
3.Insert a DIAGNOSTIC key on the DESS post of the vehicle only if you need to start the engine during your diagnostic session.
4.Start the engine or provide DC power to the MPEM before starting communication with the module.

Note

Make sure no DESS key has been read by the MPEM before attempting to communicate with it otherwise it will refuse to repond to any diagnostic command.

Snowmobile Connection

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