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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.foxwelltech.us For Technical Assistance, send us email at support@foxwelltech.com...
Page 2: One-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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 5: Safety Information
● Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs specified in this user’s manual. ● Always wear ANSI approved goggles to protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or caustic liquids. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 6 ● Block drive wheels before testing with engine running. Put the transmission in park (for automatic transmission) or neutral (for manual transmission). And never leave a running engine unattended. ● Do not wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing when working on engine. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
3.4.3 Diagnostic Menu..........................23 4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION......................... 23 4.1 VIN R ..............................24 EADING 4.1.1 Automatic Read..........................24 4.1.2 Scan VIN............................26 4.1.2.1 Scan VIN Plate........................26 4.1.2.2 Scan Barcode/QR Code of VIN................... 27 4.1.2.3 Photo Recognition........................28 Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 8 6.12 ABS B ............................57 LEEDING 6.13 K ......................58 ROGRAMMING MMOBILIZER 7 DATA MANAGER............................58 7.1 I ................................58 MAGE 7.1.1 How to Save an Image........................59 7.1.2 Review Image........................... 59 7.2 PDF R ..............................61 EPORT Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 9 NFORMATION 11.3 C ........................81 USTOMER NFORMATION 12 MY ACCOUNT.............................. 82 12.1 M ............................82 CCOUNT 12.2 M ............................83 RODUCTS 12.3 F ........................ 83 EEDBACK AND SUGGESTIONS 13 REMOTE SUPPORT............................84 14 TECHNICAL DATA............................85 Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 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 home screen of the GT65 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: Introduction
Do not soak scanner as water might find its way into the scanner. 2 Introduction The latest Android tablet scanner GT65 delivers faster and smarter diagnosis for workshops and technicians. Through hardware and software upgrades, technical staff can now approach problems with greater speed and accuracy and produce comprehensive, professional reports.
Page 12 8 HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) Port - outputs display of the scanner for demonstration and training. 9 USB Port - provides USB connection with VCI dongle, oscilloscope, video scope and other external storage devices. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 13: Vci Dongle Descriptions
Do not use solvents such as alcohol to clean display. Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. 2.2 VCI Dongle Descriptions GT65 connects to the vehicle and get data through the VCI dongle either by Bluetooth or USB communication. Figure 2-5 Front View of VCI dongle 1 Error Light - illuminates constantly when serious hardware failure occurs.
Page 14 Figure 2-7 Bottom View of VCI 6 USB Port - provides USB connection between the VCI dongle and GT65 tablet. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 15: Accessories
2.3 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. Table 2-1 Accessories Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 16: Technical Specifications
3.1 Powering up the Scanner Before using the GT65 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 ●...
Page 17: Internal Battery Pack
Exit the Diagnostic application before powering down. Figure 3-1 Power-off Prompt Screen To shut down the scanner: 1. Press and hold the Power button of the GT65 for 5 seconds. 2. Click the Power off to shut down or Reboot to restart. 3.3 Establishing Vehicle Communication To establish communication with GT65: 1.
Page 18: Vci Connection
3. Check the VCI Indicator status at the toolbar. If the button turns to green, the GT65 is ready to start vehicle diagnosis. 3.3.1 VCI Connection The VCI dongle supports two ways of communication with the GT65 tablet: ● Bluetooth Communication ● USB Communication 3.3.1.1 Bluetooth Communication...
Page 19 Figure 3-4 Sample VCI Manager Screen Figure 3-5 Sample Bluetooth Connection Screen 3. Check if the button at the toolbar turns to green. If yes, it means it’s ready to start diagnosis. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 20: Usb Communication
USB Type B cable, and the VCI Indicator will turn green, indicating the dongle has connected to the tablet. 3.4 Screen Layout of Home Screen When the tablet boots up, press the GT65 desktop icon to launch the diagnostic application. Figure 3-7 Sample Home Screen 1.
Page 21: 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. VCI Manager - leads to screens for making Bluetooth pairing of VCI ●...
Page 22 Shortcut for Maintenance menu from any screen of Maintenance the tablet. Shortcut for Update menu from any screen of the Update tablet. Shortcut for Data Manager menu from any screen Data Manager of the tablet. Table 3-1 Tool Bar Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 23: Diagnostic Menu
3.4.3 Diagnostic Menu Touch Diagnostic at the GT65 application menu, and the Diagnostic menu will display. The operations of the buttons on Diagnostic menu are described in the below table. Figure 3-9 Sample Diagnostic Menu Screen Name Description Home Back to the Application Menu.
Page 24: Vin Reading
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 GT65 application. 2. Click VIN and choose Automatic Read from the option list. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 25 4. If it takes too long to get the VIN code, press Cancel to stop and input the VIN manually. Or if failed to identify the VIN, please input the VIN manually or click Cancel to quit. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 26: 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 GT65 application. 2. Click VIN button and choose Scan VIN from the option list. 3. Find the VIN plate of your car, and put the VIN number into the scanning box.
Page 27: Scan Barcode/Qr Code Of Vin
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 GT65 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 28: Photo Recognition
4.1.2.3 Photo Recognition To identify a vehicle by Photo Recognition: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the GT65 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 29: Manual Entry
4. If failed, please click Close to quit and input the VIN manually. 4.1.3 Manual Entry Manual Entry allows to identify a vehicle by inputting VIN manually. To identify a vehicle by Manual Entry: Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 30: Manual Selection
1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the GT65 application. 2. Click VIN and choose Manual Entry from the option list. 3. Press Keyboard button to input a valid VIN code and press OK to continue. Figure 4-14 Sample Manual Entry Screen 4.2 Manual Selection...
Page 31: Smart Vin
(VIN). To identify a vehicle by Smart VIN: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the GT65 application. 2. A screen with vehicle manufacturers displays. Select the area where the vehicle manufacturer from. A menu of all vehicle manufacturers displays.
Page 32: Manual Vehicle Selection
VIN characters, such as model year, and engine type. To identify a vehicle by manual vehicle selection: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the GT65 application. 2. A screen with vehicle manufacturers displays. Select the area where the vehicle manufacturer is from.
Page 33: Vehicle History
To identify a vehicle by Vehicle History: 1. Select Diagnostic from home screen of the GT65 application. 2. Select History button at the top of the diagnostic page and the diagnostic records will display.
Page 34: Diagnosis
When you completed the identification of vehicle, you have to identify the control modules installed in the vehicle. There are two ways to identify the controllers installed in a car: Quick Scan ● Control Modules ● Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 35: Quick Scan
Figure 5-3 Sample Quick Scan Screen 3. At the end of successful automatic controller scan, a menu with a list of DTC displays and click button to the right to view DTC descriptions. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 36 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. Figure 5-5 Sample DTC Save Screen Figure 5-6 Sample Report Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 37: Control Modules
It is useful for technicians who are familiar with the vehicle specifications. To select a system to test: 1. Press Control Modules from the menu and a controller menu displays. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 38: Diagnostic Operations
● ECU Information ● Special Functions ● NOTE Not all function options listed above are applicable to all vehicles. Available options may vary by the year, model, and make of the test vehicle. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 39: Read Codes
Figure 5-11 Sample Trouble Code Screen 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 Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 40 Figure 5-13 Sample Freeze Frame Screen 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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 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. Figure 5-15 Sample Function Menu Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 42: Live Data
1. Press Live Data from Select Diagnostic Function menu to display the live data menu. Figure 5-16 Sample Function Menu Screen 2. Press All Data from the menu to display the data stream screen. All readings will be displayed in text format by default. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 43 Click the dropdown list at the upper left of the screen to enter to choose a working condition to learn. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 44 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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 45 Merge Graph: merges multiple PID plots into one coordinate, so you can ● easily see how they affect each other, providing you with the most comprehensive and functional look at live data possible. Figure 5-22 Sample Merge Graph Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 46: Custom List
Figure 5-24 Sample Live Data Screen 5.2.4 ECU Information 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: Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 47: Active Tests
The sequence, number and type of tests are dictated by the control module. On some systems, the actuator tests cannot be restarted until the ignition key is switched off for some time. Alternatively, briefly start and run the engine, Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 48 2. Select an option to start the test and live data of the selected test displays. Figure 5-28 Sample Active Test Screen 3. Follow on-screen instructions to make proper selections and operations to complete the tests. 4. Press to exit. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 49: Special Functions
The Service section is specially designed to provide you quick access to the vehicle systems various scheduled service maintenance performances. To start a service function: 1. Select Special Functions from main menu and press ENTER to confirm. Figure 5-29 Sample Main Menu Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 50: Coding And Programming
Figure 5-31 Sample Service Function Screen 5.3.2 Coding and Programming GT65 allows for the coding and programming of a replacement control module or changing previously stored incorrect coding. Coding also is known as Teach-in Program or Component Adaptation. It is the process of selecting and activating one program for a specific vehicle from a set of programs that the factory installed in the control module.
Page 51 2. Select Programming option from the Special Functions menu. A list of available services display. Figure 5-33 Sample Special Functions Screen 3. Select the function you want to test. Follow on-screen instructions to make proper selections and operations to complete the tests Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 52: Hot Functions
2. Select Hot Functions option from the Special Functions menu. A list of available services display. Figure 5-36 Sample Special Functions Screen 3. Select the function you want to test. Follow on-screen instructions to make proper selections and operations to complete the tests Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 53: Maintenance
The Service Indicator System is designed to alert the driver when the vehicle is due for a service. Oil service reset methods are determined by the vehicle being tested. Depending on the vehicle being tested, any of the following means displays: Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 54: 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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 55: Battery Replacement (Brt)
1. Replace the old battery with the new one. Ensure the key is not in the ignition. 2. Connect the scanner to the vehicle’s 16 pin Data Link Connector (DLC) with the diagnostic cable. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 56: Diesel Particulate Filter (Dpf) Regeneration
SAS Calibration menu let you perform calibration of the Steering Angle Sensor, which permanently stores the current steering wheel position as straight-ahead in the sensor EEPROM. On successful calibration of the sensor, its fault memory is automatically cleared. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 57: Continuous Variable Transmission (Cvt)
Anytime the brake system is opened to replace components such as calipers, wheel cylinders, the master cylinder, or brake lines or hoses, air gets inside. The air has to be removed by bleeding the brakes if you want a firm brake Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 58: Key Programming/Immobilizer
7.1 Image Image option leads to screens for review of stored screenshots. In case a failure of GT65 application or the Android system occurs, please just take a screenshot and send it to our team to help with the troubleshooting.
Page 59: How To Save An Image
Figure 7-3 Sample Screenshot Screen 7.1.2 Review Image To review the screenshots: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of GT65 diagnostic application. 2. Press Image and all available pictures will be displayed. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 60 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. Figure 7-6 Sample All Pictures Edit Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 61: Pdf Report
2. Add a description to the DPF report, and press the OK to save. 7.2.2 Review PDF Report To review the PDF reports: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of GT65 diagnostic application. 2. Press PDF and all available PDF files will be displayed. Figure 7-8 Sample Browse PDF Screen 3.
Page 62: Data Playback
(forward or reverse) can also be controlled. To review recorded live data: 1. Press Data Manager from home screen of GT65 diagnostic application. 2. Press Data Playback and all available records display. 3. Select one record and press Select All button or choose some parameters, then press the OK button to review.
Page 63: 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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 64: Report
Figure 7-14 Sample Report Review Screen 8 VCI Manager VCI Manager allows you to make Bluetooth pairing between the tablet and the VCI dongle, update VCI firmware and unbind a VCI dongle. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 65: Bluetooth
Update option allows you to update VCI firmware when the new version is available. To update the VCI dongle firmware: 1. Connect the VCI dongle to the GT65 tablet via USB or Bluetooth. And make sure the power supply will not be disturbed during the process of update.
Page 66: Unbind Avci Dongle
8.3 Unbind a VCI dongle This option allows you to unbind a VCI dongle when the VCI dongle is defective or stolen. To unbind a VCI dongle: 1. Click the VCI Manager application on the GT65 Menu. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 67 2. Select Unbind a VCI dongle option from the option list and press OK to confirm. Figure 8-5 Sample Unbind Prompt Screen To bind a new VCI dongle: 1. Connect the VCI dongle with GT65 tablet via USB cable. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 68: 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 both on Foxwell website or by the built-in update client.
Page 69 Code button. We will send a 4-digit verification code to the email you just entered. Find the security code in your mailbox, input the code, create a password and click Free Registration to complete. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 70 Figure 9-4 Sample Registration Done Screen 5. The serial number will be recognized automatically and click Submit to activate the scanner. Figure 9-5 Sample Product Activation Screen 6. The product is registered successfully. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 71: Register Through Website
Figure 9-6 Sample Activation Done Screen 9.1.2 Register through Website To register through our website: 1. Visit Foxwell official website www.foxwelltech.us and press Register icon, or go to the registration page by selecting Support from home page and then click Register.
Page 72 Free Registration to complete. Figure 9-9 Sample Create Account Screen 3. Sign in to the Member Center, click New Registration, input the right serial number and click Submit to activate the product. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 73: Update
3. When all the items are updated, an “Update Done” message displays. NOTE Please make sure your network works correctly and the tablet is fully charged or connect to external power supply. Figure 9-11 Sample Update Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 74: Settings
Select Language opens a screen that allows you to choose system language. To configure system language: 1. Press Settings from home screen of the GT65 diagnostic application and select Language. Then all available language options display. 2. Select your preferred language and click Yes to confirm.
Page 75: Push Message
Foxwell. To enable/disable Push Message: 1. Press Settings from home screen of the GT65 diagnostic application. 2. Click the button on the right side. If turned to green, the Push Message function is enabled. If turned to grey, the function is disabled.
Page 76: System Settings
This option allows you to uninstall the vehicle software installed in the scanner. To uninstall a vehicle software: 1. Tap Settings application on home screen of GT65. 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 77: Print Settings
This option allows you to print any data or information anywhere and anytime either via PC network or Wi-Fi. To setup the printer connection: 1. Tap the Settings application on home screen of GT65. 2. Tap the Printing Settings option on the option list. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 78 Figure 10-6 Sample Print Settings Screen 3. Tap Print Plugin Manager and turn on the Mopria Print Service, then GT65 will search for available printers automatically. Figure 10-7 Sample Print Service Manager Screen Figure 10-8 Sample Setting of Print Service Manager Screen 4.
Page 79: 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 GT65 in the same Wi-Fi or Network when printing. 2. If Mopria Print Service driver can’t workable for your printer, please download the driver to work for your printer on Print Service Manager.
Page 80: Shop Manager
History also allows you to start a new test of tested vehicle without the need to do vehicle identification again by pressing the Diagnostic in the record. Click Client allows to add this vehicle to certain customer. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 81: Workshop Information
Figure 11-3 Sample Workshop Information Screen 11.3 Customer Information The Customer allows you to edit, input and save the detailed customer information, such as customer name, address, phone number and more. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 82: 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. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 83: M Yproducts
12.3 Feedback and suggestions This option allows you to log on your e-mail and send feedback and suggestions about Foxwell products. NOTE Please your Foxwell account on the GT65 before using this function. Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...
Page 84: Remote Support
TeamViewer when you have issues with Foxwell products. If you need our team to remote control your GT65, 1. Click the Remote Control icon on the main menu of the GT65 to start TeamViewer. Figure 13-1 Sample Remote Control Screen 2.
Page 85: 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. Figure 14-1 Sample Technical Data Screen Premier Diagnostic Platform GT65 User's Manual V1.01...

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