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Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01

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  • Page 1 Disclaimer The information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of printing. Foxwell reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. Visit our website at www.endeavourtools.com.au For Technical Assistance, send us email at support@endeavourtools.com.au...

  • Page 2: Two-Year Limited Warranty

    FOXWELL. 3 The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to FOXWELL. And FOXWELL shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the customer after the completion of service under this limited warranty.
  • Page 3 The customer will be billed for any parts or labor charges not covered by this limited warranty. d) FOXWELL will repair the Product under the limited warranty within 30 days after receipt of the product. If FOXWELL cannot perform repairs covered...
  • Page 4 (the Consumer). This limited warranty gives the Consumer specific legal rights and the Consumer may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    ● Do not route the test cable in a manner that would interfere with driving controls. ● Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs specified in this user’s manual. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 6 And never leave a running engine unattended. ● Do not wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing when working on engine. ● Don't connect or disconnect the equipments while the ignition is on or the engine is running. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    4.1.2 Scan VIN .......................... 23 4.1.3 Manual Entry ........................28 4.2 M ........................28 ANUAL ELECTION 4.2.1 Smart VIN ........................29 4.2.2 Manual Vehicle Selection ....................30 4.3 V ........................31 EHICLE ISTORY Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 8 ECORD 8 FIRMWARE UPDATE ........................61 9 REGISTRATION AND UPDATE ....................62 9.1 R ..............63 EGISTRATION WITH THE UILT PDATE LIENT 9.2 U ............................ 65 PDATE 10 SETTINGS ........................... 66 Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 9 12.1 M .......................... 75 CCOUNT 12.2 M ........................76 RODUCTS 12.3 P ........................76 ESSAGE 12.4 F ....................77 EEDBACK AND SUGGESTIONS 13 REMOTE SUPPORT ........................77 14 TECHNICAL DATA ........................78 Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options. Example: Select Diagnostic from the Home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 1.2 Symbols and Icons 1.2.1 Solid Spot Operation tips and lists that apply to specific tool are introduced by a solid spot ●.

  • Page 11: Note And Important Message

    Do not soak scanner as water might find its way into the scanner. 2 Introduction The brand new Android scan tool i70 ET6742 inherits the same Foxwell advantages in car fault diagnostic tech, such as multi manufacturer coverage, service functions and accurate test data, making it the perfect tool for busy garages or workshops, who need the latest technology at unbeatable value.
  • Page 12 USB Type-C Port - connects to wall plug to charge the scanner and can be used for data transfer. ⑤ USB Port - provides a USB connection for the external storage devices, oscilloscope or video scope etc. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 13: Accessories

    2.2 Accessories This section lists the accessories that go with the scanner. If you find any of the following items missing from your package, contact your local dealer for assistance. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    Table 2-1 Accessories 2.3 Technical Specifications Item Description Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Table 2-2 Technical Specifications 3 Getting Started This section describes how to power on/down the scanner, provides brief introductions of applications loaded on the scanner and display screen layout of the scan tool. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 16: Powering Up The Scanner

    3.1 Powering up the Scanner Before using the i70 ET6742 applications (including updating the scanner), please make sure to provide power to the scanner. The unit operates on any of the following sources: ● Internal Battery Pack ● Vehicle Power ●...

  • Page 17: Shutting Down The Scanner

    2. Click the Power off to shut down or Reboot to restart. 3.3 Screen Layout of Home Screen When the scan tool boots up, press i70 ET6742 icon to launch the diagnostic application. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 18: Application Menu

    Data Manager - leads to screens for saved screenshots, pictures and test reports, and playing back live data, as well as debug logging data. ● Update - leads to screens for Foxwell ID registration and updating the scanner. ● Firmware Update - allows to update the firmware of i70 ET6742.

  • Page 19: Navigation Toolbar

    Indicator shortcut for firmware update screen. Shortcut for Diagnostic menu from any screen of Diagnostic the tablet. Shortcut for Maintenance menu from any screen of Maintenance the tablet. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 20: Diagnostic Menu

    Table 3-1 Tool Bar 3.3.3 Diagnostic Menu Touch Diagnostic at the i70 ET6742 application menu, and the Diagnostic menu will display. The operations of the buttons of Diagnostic menu are described in the below table. Figure 3-4 Sample Diagnostic Menu Screen...

  • Page 21: Vehicle Identification

    VIN button on the title bar is a shortcut for VIN reading menu, which includes Automatic Read, Scan VIN and Manual Entry, eliminating the need for navigating through complicated car identification process. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 22: Automatic Read

    Automatic Read allows to identify a vehicle by automatically reading the vehicle identification number (VIN). To identify a vehicle by Automatic Read: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. Click VIN and choose Automatic Read from the option list. Figure 4-2 Sample Automatic Read Screen 3.

  • Page 23: Scan Vin

    4.1.2.1 Scan VIN Plate To identify a vehicle by Scan VIN Plate: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. Click VIN button and choose Scan VIN from the option list. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 24 Specification or VIN code is correct, press the Confirm to continue. If incorrect, you are allowed to modify VIN number manually. Figure 4-5 Sample Scan VIN Screen Figure 4-6 Sample VIN Confirmation Screen Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 25 4.1.2.2 Scan Barcode/QR Code of VIN To identify a vehicle by Scan QR Code: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. Click VIN button, choose Scan VIN from the option list and enable Scan QR Code at the lower left part of the screen.
  • Page 26 4.1.2.3 Photo Recognition To identify a vehicle by Photo Recognition: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. Click VIN button and choose Scan VIN from the option list. 3. Find the VIN plate, QR code or barcode of your car, and put the content number into the scanning box.
  • Page 27 Figure 4-11 Sample Photo Recognition Screen Figure 4-12 Sample VIN Confirmation Screen Figure 4-13 Sample Modify VIN Screen 4. If failed, please click Close to quit and input the VIN manually. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 28: Manual Entry

    Manual Entry allows to identify a vehicle by inputting VIN manually. To identify a vehicle by Manual Entry: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. Click VIN and choose Manual Entry from the option list.

  • Page 29: Smart Vin

    Smart VIN allows to identify a vehicle by automatically reading the vehicle identification number (VIN). To identify a vehicle by Smart VIN: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 30: Manual Vehicle Selection

    4.2.2 Manual Vehicle Selection Manual Selection identifies a vehicle by making several selections according to certain VIN characters, such as model year, and engine type. To identify a vehicle by manual vehicle selection: Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 31: Vehicle History

    1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the i70 ET6742 application. 2. A screen with vehicle manufacturers displays. Select the area where the vehicle manufacturer is from. A menu of all vehicle manufacturers displays. Or tap the Search box to search the car you are to test.

  • Page 32: Diagnosis

    ECU information on controllers installed, perform special functions such as actuation and coding, and perform vehicle services and maintenance on Asia, European and USA vehicle brands. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 33: Control Module Selection

    To perform an automatic system scan: 1. Press Quick Scan option to start. 2. To pause the scan, press the Pause button on the screen. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 34 Figure 5-3 Sample Quick Scan Complete Screen 4. Press Report to create an overview of installed control units and their system status, or press Save to save the report. Press Erase to clear the information. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 35 Figure 5-4 Sample DTC Save Screen Figure 5-5 Sample Report Screen Figure 5-6 Sample Erase Screen Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 36: Control Modules

    1. Press Control Modules from the menu and a controller menu displays. Figure 5-8 Sample Control Modules Screen 2. Select a system to test. When the scanner has established connection with the vehicle, the Function Menu displays. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 37: Diagnostic Operations

    ECU Information screen displays the identification data of the control module under test, such as the control module identification string and the control module coding. To read ECU information: 1. Press ECU Information from Select Diagnostic Function menu. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 38: Read Codes

    5.2.2 Read Codes Read Codes menu lets you read trouble codes found in the control unit. There are 4 types of code status: ● Present/Permanent/Current ● Pending ● History ● Self-diagnostic Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 39 Freeze Frame- select one fault code from the code list and click Freeze Frame button on the screen. The screen will display freeze frame data, a snapshot of critical vehicle operating conditions automatically recorded by Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 40 Help - select one fault code from the code list and click Help button on the screen. The screen will display the detailed descriptions about the fault code and repair guide. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 41: Clear Codes

    Clear Codes does not fix the problem that caused the fault! DTCs should only be erased after correcting the condition(s) that caused them. To clear codes: 1. Press Clear Codes from Select Diagnostic Function menu. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 42: Live Data

    All Data menu lets you view all live PID data from a selected control module. To view all live PID data: 1. Press Live Data from Select Diagnostic Function menu to display the live data menu. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 43 To provide help information of a PID To move a data line to the top of Data List To Top screen To view the previous live data records or History test reports Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 44 Compare Mode - If that vehicle comes in is with a problem, you can easily compare the faulty sensor and parameter readings to the good readings, and you will be alarmed when a faulty sensor reading is detected. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 45 To view another PID plot, tab the name of a plot and a list of available PIDs display. Select one from the dropdown box and the plot changes to the newly selected PID. Figure 5-21 Sample PID Graph Screen Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 46 To create a custom data list: 1. Press Custom List from the menu to display all available parameters from the selected control module. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    This section gives brief instructions of the most commonly required service and maintenance operations. Typical service operation screens are a series of menu driven executive commands. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the operation. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 48: Oil Light Reset

    European vehicles have mechanical oil service indicator reset. The service tool does not have to communicate with the vehicle being tested, but guides you to complete the service manually by providing step-by-step on-screen instructions. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 49: Electronic Parking Brake (Epb) Service

    Mercedes SBC vehicles - allows to change brake fluid/bleed brake system. ● Perform service reset and service position on BMW EPB vehicles - allows to do the CBS reset and CBS correction for front brake and rear brake. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 50 Use proper tools to avoid the risk of body injuries of mechanics and technicians and damage to the brake system. ● Make sure the vehicle is properly blocked after deactivation of the systems. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 51: Battery Replacement (Brt)

    Clear codes from Function menu. 6.4 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration DPF Regeneration menu lets you perform the DPF cleaning to clear the blockage through continuous burning of the particulates captured in the DPF Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 52: Throttle Body Alignment (Tps/Tba)

    After tooth learning is successful, the MIL turns off. After the engine ECU, crankshaft position sensor, or crankshaft flywheel is replaced, or the DTC 'tooth not learned' is present, tooth learning must be performed. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 53: Tire Pressure Monitoring System Programming

    Also known as a chip key or ignition key, this key offers a level of convenience and security for your car. If your car is equipped with a chip key system, only a programmed key can turn on the ignition in your vehicle. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 54: Data Manager

    7.1 Image Image option leads to screens for review of stored screenshots. In case a failure of i70 ET6742 application or the Android system occurs, please just take a screenshot and send it to our team to help with the troubleshooting.

  • Page 55: Review Image

    Figure 7-3 Sample Screenshot Screen 7.1.2 Review Image To review the screenshots: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of i70 ET6742 diagnostic application. 2. Press Image and all available pictures will be displayed. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 56 Print to print the pictures and press Rename to change the picture name. Figure 7-5 Sample Edit Picture Screen 4. Long press the screen to edit all pictures like Rename or Delete. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 57: Pdf Report

    1. If need be, press the Save icon on the test screen to save the data. Figure 7-7 Sample of DPF Screen 2. Add a description to the DPF report, and press the OK to save. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 58: Review Pdf Report

    7.2.2 Review PDF Report To review the PDF reports: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of i70 ET6742 diagnostic application. 2. Press PDF and all available PDF files will be displayed. Figure 7-8 Sample Browse PDF Screen 3. Long press the screen to edit all PDF files like Rename or Delete the files.
  • Page 59 Playback speed and direction (forward or reverse) can also be controlled. To review recorded live data: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of i70 ET6742 diagnostic application. 2. Press Data Playback and all available records display.

  • Page 60: Data Logging & Data Record

    To create a debug data log: 1. When connected to a car, click the Data Logging icon to start record the communication data between the tablet and the vehicle. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 61: Firmware Update

    This application allows you to update the firmware of i70 ET6742. To update the firmware: 1. Click the Firmware Update application on the i70 ET6742 home screen. 2. It will start the update automatically if there is an update available. If update failed, please follow the on-screen instructions to troubleshoot and repeat the update.

  • Page 62: Registration And Update

    The scanner can be updated to keep you stay current with the latest development of diagnosis. This section illustrates how to register and update your scan tool. You can register in the built-in update client. NOTE Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 63: Registration With The Built-In Update Client

    9.1 Registration with the Built-in Update Client You are allowed to create a Foxwell ID with the built-in update client. To register with built-in update client: 1. Press Update from home screen of i70 ET6742 diagnostic application, and the update client starts up automatically.
  • Page 64 4. “The account has been created successfully” message will appear if you registered successfully. Figure 9-4 Sample Registration Done Screen 5. The serial number will be recognized automatically and click Submit to activate the scanner. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 65: Update

    2. The available updates display. Click the check box(s) in front of the software you wish to update and then click the Update button to download. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 66: Settings

    When Settings application is selected, a menu with available service options displays. Menu options typically include: ● Unit ● Language ● Push Message ● Automatic Update ● System Settings ● General ● Uninstall Vehicle Software ● Print Settings Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 67: Change Units

    Select Language opens a screen that allows you to choose system language. To configure system language: 1. Press Settings from home screen of the i70 ET6742 diagnostic application and select Language. Then all available language options display. 2. Select your preferred language and click Yes to confirm.

  • Page 68: Push Message

    Foxwell. To enable/disable Push Message: 1. Press Settings from home screen of the i70 ET6742 diagnostic application. 2. Click the button on the right side. If turned to green, the Push Message function is enabled.

  • Page 69: System Settings

    To uninstall a vehicle software: 1. Tap Settings application on home screen of i70 ET6742. 2. Tap the Uninstall Vehicle Software option on the option list. 3. Choose the vehicle software you want to delete or choose Select All.

  • Page 70: Print Settings

    PC network or Wi-Fi. To setup the printer connection: 1. Tap the Settings application on home screen of i70 ET6742. 2. Tap the Printing Settings option on the option list. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 71 3. Tap Print Plugin Manager and turn on the Mopria Print Service, then i70 ET6742 will search for available printers automatically. Figure 10-7 Sample Print Service Manager Screen Figure 10-8 Sample Setting of Print Service Manager Screen Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 72: About

    5. Choose the file or report you want to print and press the print icon Figure 10-10 Sample of File Printing Screen NOTE 1. Please make sure the printer and the i70 ET6742 in the same Wi-Fi or Network when printing.

  • Page 73: Shop Manager

    To view information of your scan tool: 1. Press About from home screen of the i70 ET6742 diagnostic application. 2. A screen with detailed information of the scanner displays. Figure 10-11 Sample Tool Information Screen 11 Shop Manager This section illustrates how to manage the workshop information, vehicle test records and customer information.

  • Page 74: Vehicle History

    It will show as the header of the printed documents when printing vehicle diagnostic reports and other test files. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 75: My Account

    Feedback and suggestions Figure 12-1 Sample My Account Screen 12.1 My Account My Account option allows you to check and modify your account information including user name, e-mail, telephone, address and so on. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 76: M Yproducts

    Figure 12-3 Sample My Products Screen 12.3 Push Message It will display all messages you got from Foxwell including software update notice and product news. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 77: Feedback And Suggestions

    TeamViewer when you have issues with Foxwell products. If you need our team to remote control your i70 ET6742, 1. Click the Remote Control icon on the main menu of the i70 ET6742 to start TeamViewer. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

  • Page 78: Technical Data

    3. Send your ID to us to let our team to take control your tablet. 14 Technical Data This option provides you with the quick access to technical data like wiring diagram and repair tips provided by HaynesPro, AutoData or others. Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...
  • Page 79 Figure 14-1 Sample Technical Data Screen Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01...

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