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NexDiag ND601 BMW / MINI Multi-System Diagnostic Scanner NEXAS User Manual www.nexastech.com V1.0...
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Disclaimer All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make change at any time without notice. Safety Precautions and Warnings To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the ND601, please read this user’s manual first carefully and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle: ...
TABLE of CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION .................. 1 2. GENERAL INFORMATION ..............1 2.1 O (OBD) II ............. 1 OARD IAGNOSTICS 2.2 D (DTC ) ..........2 IAGNOSTIC ROUBLE ODES 2.3 L (DLC) ........ 3 OCATION OF THE ONNECTOR 2.4 OBD II M ..........
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7.3 Battery Check…………………………………………………………17 7.4 BMS R ................... 17 ESET 7.5 EPB R ..................18 ESET 7.6 SAS R ..................18 ESET 8. FAQ ....................18...
1. INTRODUCTION NexDiag ND601 for BMW and MINI is a professional and powerful vehicle fault diagnosis tool for car fans, small garages, repair workshop and mechanics by delivering OE-level diagnosis on all the electronic systems of BMW and MINI. It supports most of the BMW vehicles after 2001 with standard OBD 16PIN DLC for Engine, Airbag, ABS, Gearbox and other ECU.
2.2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) are codes that are stored by the on-board computer diagnostic system in response to a problem found in the vehicle. These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide you with a guide as to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle.
2.3 Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC) The DLC (Data Link Connector) is the standardized 16-cavity connector where diagnostic scan tools interface with the vehicle's on-board computer. The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel (dash), under or around the driver side for most vehicles.
continuous monitors are constantly evaluating, they will be reported as Ready all of the time. If testing of a particular supported non-continuous monitor has not been completed, the monitor status will be reported as Not Complete or Not Ready. In order for the OBD monitor system to become ready, the vehicle should be driven under a variety of normal operating conditions.
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sensor. There are ten numbers available for diagnostics: 1.$01 Rich-to-Lean O2 sensor threshold voltage. 2.$02 Lean-to-Rich O2 sensor threshold voltage. 3.$03 Low sensor voltage threshold for switch time measurement. 4.$04 High sensor voltage threshold for switch time measurement. 5.$05 Rich-to-Lean switch time in ms. 6.$06 Lean-to-Rich switch time in ms.
3. Product Descriptions 3.1 Outline Figure 3-1 Name Descriptions Connects the ND601 to the vehicle’s Data ① OBD II Cable Link Connector (DLC). ② LCD display Indicates test results. ③ ESC button Returns to previous menu. ⑤/⑧ button Move cursor up or down for selection. ④/⑨...
⑥ USB port Connects to computer to update online. ⑩ OK button Confirms a selection (or action) from menu list ⑦ Help of live data and DTC button Help 3.2 Specifications Screen: 2.8” TFT 262K true color, 320*240 QVGA LCD display ...
4. Connections & General Operations 4.1 Connections 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate the vehicle’s DLC (diagnostic socket). 3. Connect the ND601 diagnostic cable to the vehicle’s DLC. 4. Turn the ignition on. (Engine can be off or at idle running) 5.
SAS Reset Steering Angle Sensor adjustment To configure the tool information, turn on / off the Setup beeper and select the Metric/English unit. CAUTIONS: 1. Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running. 2. This tool ONLY support the 16 pin OBD diagnostic functions even the vehicle equips two DLC: 16 pin and 20 pin.
5. OBD/EOBD When more than one vehicle control module is detected by the scan tool, you will be prompted to select the module where the data may be retrieved. The most often to be selected are the Power train Control Module [PCM] and Transmission Control Module [TCM].
7) View a summary of system status (MIL status, DTC counts, Monitor status) on screen. Press [ ] ,a screen similar to Figure 5-9 will appear: Figure 5-9 5.1 Read Codes This option is used to read the current, pending or permanent trouble codes. If the trouble code is found, the system will display the detailed description of the trouble code: Figure 5-10...
the structures of sensor , the cause and Results of Fault and give you the parameters and inspection method. 5.2 Erase Codes Erase Codes is used to clear all existing trouble codes. Notes: Before performing this function, make sure to retrieve and record the trouble codes.
5.5 View Freeze Frame When an emission-related fault occurs, certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on-board computer. This information is referred to as freeze frame data. Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission-related fault.
6. Diagnostic 6.1 Supported Model and System The ND601 Supports 11 Models as shown in Figure 6-1. Model Chassis System 1 Series E81/E82/E87/E88 and F20/F21 2 Series F22/F23/F45/F46 3 Series E90/E91/E92/E93,F30/F31/F34/F35/F80 4 Series F32/F33/F36/F82/F83 5 Series E60/E61/F07/F10/F11/F18 6 Series E63/E64/F06/F12/F13 7 Series E65/E66/E67/E68/F01/F02/F03/F04 X Series...
The ND601 can read the control unit information such as Part Number, Coding Index, Diagnosis Index, etc. It is as shown in Figure 6-3. There are different items in the different control module. 6.3 Read Codes This option is used to read the current, pending or permanent trouble codes. If the trouble code is found, the system will display the detailed description of the trouble code: Figure 6-4...
6.5 Read Live Data This item enables you to view all data stream items or selected data stream items. And it can show the live waveform of all selected items. Figure 6-6 Figure 6-7 7. Special Function The ND601 support some service special functions, including the Oil Reset, DPF Regeneration, Battery Check, BMS Reset, EPB Reset, SAS Reset.
7.1 Oil Reset This option support Oil Light Service Reset: Reset the engine oil, Carry out the CBS Reset, Exhaust emission inspection, Coolant Service Reset, Spark plugs Reset, Brake fluid Service Reset, Micro-filter Service Reset. 7.2 DPF Regenerate This option support DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) functions: regenerate DPF, Reset the EOLYS additive light, Identify DPF fault codes, and Reset the diesel particulate filter Counter.
register the battery replacement, this is a MUST DO JOB, failing to do so may create an over charging situation, shorten the battery life and/or enable limp-home mode. 7.5 EPB Reset This option support Open and closed the brake pads, Initial after replacing EMF control module, Initial after replacing bowden cable assemblies , Initial after replacing bowden cable assemblies , Initial after replacing bowden cable assemblies ,read and clear EPB/SBC caliper functionality, reset front and rear...
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phenomenon. Question: There is no response when communicating with on-board computer. Answer: Please confirm the proper voltage of power supply and check if the throttle has been closed, the transmission is in the neutral position, and the water is in proper temperature. Question: Why are there so many fault codes? Answer: Usually, it’s caused by poor connection or fault circuit grounding.
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