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- Page 2 Phoenix Elite Smart Automotive Diagnostic System USER MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Content Welcome ....................3 About ....................... 3 Package List ................... 3 Compatibility ..................3 Notice ...................... 4 General Information of OBDII (On-Board Diagnostics II) ..... 4 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) ............4 Product Descriptions ................5 Preparation & Connection ..............7 Operation Introduction ................ -
Page 4: Welcome
Welcome Thank you for purchasing TOPDON automotive diagnostic tool Phoenix Elite. Please read and understand this user manual prior to the operation. About TOPDON Phoenix Elite features comprehensive diagnostic capabilities. The accuracy of test readings, expanded vehicle coverage, improved speed and an abundance of user- friendly nature make this diagnostic tablet stand out in its class and give mechanics and professionals a great deal of help in their diagnostic work. -
Page 5: Notice
Notice Phoenix Elite may automatically reset while being disturbed by strong static electricity. THIS IS A NORMAL REACTION. This user manual is subject to change without written notice. Read the instruction carefully and use the unit properly before operating. Failure to do so may cause damage and/or personal injury, which will void the product warranty. -
Page 6: Product Descriptions
Product Descriptions Name Descriptions • Hold the button for 3 seconds to turn the tablet on, or off. Power Button Hold the button for 10 seconds for a forced shutdown. • Press the button to wake up the screen or turn off •... - Page 7 Name Descriptions Three LED indicators are provided on each side, and the prompts are as follows: • Power: Red lights to indicate that the power is on Indicator light • Vehicle: Green flashing means it is communicating with the vehicle •...
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Page 8: Preparation & Connection
Preparation & Connection 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate the vehicle’s DLC port. 3. Plug the TOPDON Phoenix Elite VCI dongle into the vehicle’s DLC port. - Page 9 4. Turn the ignition on. The engine can be off or running. 5. Fully charge the Phoenix Elite, and hold the power button for 3 seconds to turn the tablet on. The tablet will start initializing and enter the following interface: Note: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with the ignition on or engine running.
- Page 10 7. Choose Time Zone Choose the time zone of your current location. The system will automatically confi gure the time according to the time zone you selected. 8. Connect Wi-Fi The system will automatically search all available Wi-Fi networks. You can choose the Wi-Fi needed.
- Page 11 Please read all the terms and conditions of the user agreement carefully. Select “Agree with above terms”. Tap “Next” to log in. The following page will appear: 10. Create an Account You can log in with an available TOPDON account, or register a new account with a valid e-mail address.
- Page 12 Input the serial number and activation code to activate and bind the diagnostic VCI dongle. Both the serial number and the activation code are available in the “Activation letter”. The activation procedure is necessary for using the Phoenix Elite properly. Tap “Activate” to fi nish the procedure, and get started to use Phoenix Elite.
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Page 13: Operation Introduction
Operation Introduction TOPDON Phoenix Elite features an array of practical functions, including Scan, AutoScan, Services, Support, History, Update, Library, ADAS(Optional), tester(Optional), Feedback, and User Info. TOPDON Phoenix Elite supports AutoScan and Scan covering OBDII diagnosis, full system diagnosis for most modern vehicle models worldwide. - Page 14 Note: A highly stable and solid network connection is required for successful VIN access. 2. Scan(Diagnosis) If Phoenix Elite fails to get access to the vehicle VIN data automatically, tap “Scan” on the Home Menu. The following page will appear:...
- Page 15 There are two ways in this module to get access to vehicle diagnostic functions. 2.1 The fi rst way is using “VINSCAN”. Tap “VINSCAN”. The following page will appear: 2.1.1 Tap “Camera Scan”. The following page will appear to scan the VIN barcode. If the VIN barcode cannot be recognized, please manually input the VIN.
- Page 16 to scan the VIN character. If the VIN character cannot be recognized, please manually input the VIN. After scanning, the following page will appear: Note: the VIN code in yellow can be modifi ed if it isn’t correct. 2.1.2 Or, tap “Enter VIN”, the following page will appear: You need to input the vehicle’s VIN manually.
- Page 17 After reading the VIN information successfully, the following page will appear: 2.2 The second way is manually selecting the vehicle’s make, model, and year. Tap a corresponding diagnostic software logo on the following page: Take “Demo” as an example. The following page will appear:...
- Page 18 Select the diagnostic software version to continue. The tablet will automatically navigate to the system and function selection menu: The interface has two display modes of system topology and system list, with the same functions. Switch according to personal preference.
- Page 19 2.2.1 Smart Scan This function is used to quickly detect vehicles and view vehicle health reports (this item will only be displayed if the model diagnosis software supports this function). Click "Smart Scan", the system starts to scan fault codes in each system and displays specifi c scan results.
- Page 20 2.2.2 System Scan This function will automatically scan all systems of the vehicle. 2.3 Choose to Scan Scan the manually selected vehicle electric control system. Tap “PCM” “Enter” as an example to demonstrate. The following page shows the selection interface. Note: This function will be available only when the diagnostic software supports it.
- Page 21 2.3.1 Version Information This function reads the current version information of ECU. 2.3.2 Diagnostic Trouble Code This function can read the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) in the ECU memory, helping quickly identify the cause of the vehicle breakdown. Tap “Read Fault Code”. The screen will display diagnostic results. *Explanation of terms: •...
- Page 22 Select the data stream and tap “OK”: The system can display data streams in three modes: 1) Value (default): Shows parameters with numbers and lists. 2) Graph: Displays parameters with wave patterns. 3) Combine: The graphs can be merged for easier comparisons.
- Page 23 *Explanation of terms: • Save Sample: You can save the current Data Stream as a Sample when the vehicle is running normally, and use this Sample Data Stream for future comparison and analysis. Tap “Save Sample” to start recording the sample data stream.
- Page 24 You can change the Min or Max value, and tap “Save” to save it as a Data Stream Sample. All Data Stream Sample fi les are stored in “User Info -> Data Stream Sample”. • Compare Sample: Tap “Compare Sample” to select the saved Data Stream Sample fi les.
- Page 25 • Graph: To have the selected data streams (12 max items) displayed in waveform. Tap “Graph”. The following page will appear: Tap “Combine” to merge graphs for easier comparisons (max 4 values can be merged). Tap “Value” to view the data displayed in values. Tap “<“...
- Page 26 • Report: To save the number of current data streams. Record: To record the diagnostic data for further analysis. • • : To view single data steam displayed in waveform. Tap “ ”. The following page will appear: Tap “Min/Max” to defi ne the maximum/minimum value. Once the value goes beyond the specifi ed value, the data will be shown in red.
- Page 27 Programming etc. Some Resetting functions are also included in this part. 3. Services TOPDON Phoenix Elite is equipped with maintenance services to be very beneficial for technicians and mechanics working in the automotive repair industry. 3.1 OIL (Maintenance Light Reset)
- Page 28 3.3 SAS (Steering Angle Reset) This function can reset the steering angle to zero to keep the car running straight. It needs to be performed generally after replacing the steering angle position sensor, or after replacing the mechanical parts of the steering system (such as steering gear, steering column, tie rod ball head, steering knuckle), or after completing the four-wheel positioning, body repair, etc.
- Page 29 • Replace the exhaust back pressure sensor. Disassembly or replacement of the particle trap. • • Removal or replacement of fuel additive nozzles. • Removal or replacement of catalytic oxidizer. The DPF regeneration fault lamp is lit and matched after maintenance. •...
- Page 30 • When the gearbox is disassembled or repaired (after some of the car battery is powered off), which leads to shift delay or impact problem. 3.15 SUN (Sunroof Initialization) This function enables you to set the sunroof lock off, or closed when it rains; the sliding / tilting sunroof memory function;...
- Page 31 3.22 NOX (NOx Sensor Reset) This function can reset the catalytic converter learned value stored in the engine ECU. It needs to be performed in the following cases: When the NOx fault is re-initialized and the NOx catalytic converter is replaced. •...
- Page 32 3.33 Intelligent Cruise Control System For replacement of intelligent cruise control system of vehicle and matching after repairing. 3.34 Motor Angle Calibration There is a deviation between the rotor position detected by the angle position sensor of the motor and the actual rotor magnetic fi eld position, so it is necessary to calibrate the motor angle.
- Page 33 By sending your device ID number to the remote technician or after-sales personnel, you can authorize the other party to remotely operate the Phoenix Elite device, so as to guide you to the problems encountered in the process of using the device.
- Page 34 Tap “OK” to enter the vehicle diagnostic feedback selection menu. *Explanation of terms: • Diagnostic Feedback: To show the tested vehicle model list. History: To view all diagnostic feedback and check the processes. • • Offline List: To display all diagnostic feedback logs which have not been submitted successfully yet due to the network failure.
- Page 35 8. Library Tap “Library” on the Home Menu. The following page will appear: 8.1 OBD Fault Code Library: To view the defi nition of DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes). 8.2 Coverage List: To view the supported functions and car systems after selecting the vehicle make, model, year, and inputting information required on the following page: 8.3 Learning Materials: To view the playback of operating functions on specific vehicle models.
- Page 36 9. History This module can record and establish the file of the diagnosed vehicles, including all diagnostic-related data such as diagnostic reports, data stream records, and screenshots. 10. Update This module allows you to update the diagnostic software & App to the latest version. Tap “Update”...
- Page 37 11. User Info You can modify or add related information in this module, or make settings. 11.1 VCI This option allows you to choose the suitable VCI dongle if there are several dongles registered on this tablet. 11.2 Activate VCI This option can activate a new VCI dongle.
- Page 38 11.7 Wi-Fi This option sets up Wi-Fi networks that can be connected. 11.8 Diagnostic Software Clear This option can clear some cache fi les and free up the storage space. 11.9 Business Information This option can add information about the workshop, which will be displayed in the diagnostic report.
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Page 39: Technical Specification
Technical Specifi cation Operating System: Android 10.0 Screen: 10” Touchable; 1280 * 800 Memory: 4G Storage: 64G Battery Capacity: 12,000mAh/3.7V Camera: Rear 8.0MP Network: Wi-Fi, WLAN 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 Working Temperature: 32 F~122 F (0 C~50 Storage Temperature: -4 F~140 F (-20 C~60... -
Page 40: Warnings
Warnings Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment. DO NOT smoke near the vehicle during testing. DO NOT place the diagnostic tool near the engine or exhaust pipe to avoid damage from high temperatures. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on an engine. DO NOT connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running. -
Page 41: Faq
The tablet has been standy for too Charge it for over 2 hours before long, and the battery drains. turning it on. Please contact the dealer or TOPDON Problem of the Charger. after-sale service for timely support. Q: Why cannot register? - Page 42 (serial number 12 digits, activation code 8 digits).· Contact TOPDON after-sales service The activation code is invalid. to get support. Contact TOPDON after-sales service The confi guration is empty.
- Page 43 Q: There is no power in the VCI dongle after connecting to the vehicle’s DLC port. Possible Cause Solution Plug out the VCI dongle, and then Poor contact of the VCI dongle. plug it in again. Plug out the VCI dongle, and then Poor contact of vehicle’s DLC port.
- Page 44 Whether the system is available in the vehicle. • Whether the VCI dongle is correctly connected. Whether the ignition switch is ON. • Q: The VCI dongle is missing. A: Please contact the dealer or TOPDON after-sale service for timely support.
- Page 45 Q: Error of the diagnostic software. A: Please operate as follows: • Tap “Feedback” to send specifi c problems to us for technical support. • Tap the vehicle software icon, and hold it to uninstall the corresponding software, and then enter the upgrade center to download and install the new version.
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