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- Page 1 User Manual D8 Smart Diagnostic System Version 6.9 Revise date 2023/06/25 Shenzhen Xtooltech Intelligent Co., LTD...
- Page 2 Please read this user manual carefully before using the D8 Smart Diagnostic System, referred to as the “Scan Tool” throughout this document. When reading the manual, please pay attention to the words “Note” or “Caution”, and read them carefully for appropriate operation.
- Page 3 ONTENT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS............................I CAUTIONS!................................... I AFTERSALES-SERVICES..............................I CONTENT....................................I GENERAL INTRODUCTION..........................4 Tablet........................................4 OBD2-16 Adapter & DB15 Main Cable............................5 Vehicle Connection..................................... 5 GETTING STARTED..............................6 Connecting Power....................................6 Activation......................................6 DIAGNOSTIC................................8 Beginning Diagnostic Testing................................8 Vehicle Selection..............................8 Diagnosis Functions.............................. 10 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS............................
- Page 4 Units........................................32 My Workshop Info..................................... 32 Firmware Information..................................33 About........................................33 REPORT.................................. 33 Report......................................... 34 Replay......................................... 35 File Manager...................................... 36 UPDATE & FACTORY RESET..........................36 Update.........................................36 Delete Software....................................37 Factory Reset.....................................37 FAQ...................................39 Q1: Failed to generate Diagnostic report............................39 Q2: How to print a Diagnostic report.............................. 39 Q3: Failed to extract files.................................
- Page 5 APPENDIX 1..................................43 DTC Status......................................43 Button Description.....................................43 Function Buttons..............................43 Navigation Buttons..............................44 Notification Bar..............................44 APPENDIX 2..................................45 Compliance Information................................... 45 FCC Compliance..............................45 CE...................................45 UKCA..................................45 Trademarks......................................47 Copyright......................................47...
- Page 6 NTRODUCTION The XTOOL D8 smart diagnostic system (referred to as the “Scan Tool”) is an advanced scanning tool based on the Android operating system. It supports multiple languages and is suitable for different countries and regions. The advantage of this OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics version 2) scanner is its comprehensive functions and its ability to quickly provide the user with more accurate diagnostic information.
- Page 7 OBD2-16 ADAPTER & DB15 MAIN CABLE DB15 Male Connector – OBD Male Connector connect to Tablet – Plug into vehicle’s DLC port DB15 Male Connector – connect OBD2-16 DB15 port – Connect adapter to main cable 12V power supply input port VEHICLE CONNECTION The scan tool must be connected to the vehicle’s OBD-II port so that the tablet can establish correct vehicle communication.
- Page 8 Updates menu or consult the XTOOL technical service department; 5. Only wiring harnesses provided by XTOOL and designed for the scan tool are permitted to be used with this scan tool to avoid damage to the vehicle or the scan tool;...
- Page 9 Select a network to connect to on the Wi-Fi connection page. You need to enter the Wi-Fi password to establish Wi-Fi connectivity and the activation page, as shown in the figure below. You can also click the "Trial" button in the upper right corner to try it out before activation.
- Page 10 Click OK to enter the diagnostic system and start using the device. 2. D IAGNOSTIC The diagnostic application can read ECU information, read and clear DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) and check live data and freeze frame data. The Diagnostic application can access the ECU of various vehicle control systems, including the Engine, Transmission, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Airbag Safety Restraing System (SRS), Electronic Parking Brake system (EPB) and perform many types of actuation tests.
- Page 11 Please click Diagnosis on the main menu to enter the selection menu, manually select the engine system to ② read the ECU information, and confirm whether the VIN can be read. Contact the XTOOL technical team to provide the VIN code to confirm whether the model supports automatic ③ identification of VIN.
- Page 12 OBD-II supports reading the related fault codes of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM); DEMO, a demonstration program; Click this button to experience and learn the operation processes of the diagnostic function Some models provide multiple entry methods in the sub-menu, including: Automatic Detection ...
- Page 13 READ TROUBLE CODE In the process of diagnosis, if the device shows “System is OK” or “No Trouble Code”, it means there is no related trouble code stored in ECU or some troubles are not under the control of ECU. Most troubles are mechanical system troubles or executive circuit troubles.
- Page 14 If the trouble codes are erased when the trouble remains unresolved, the trouble code will reappear in the ECU the next time the ECU performs the specific diagnostic test for that trouble. If the trouble is resolved but there is a stored trouble code, sometimes the ECU will detect the resolution and clear the trouble code or more likely, classify it as “historical”...
- Page 15 The scan tool includes support to select and show multiple PIDs. Click Display All to display all PIDs Combine The scan tool includes support to select multiple PIDs and click Combine to combine different graphs into one chart. Data recording ...
- Page 16 Pause Click this button to pause the recording timeline FREEZE FRAME When the signal of the sensor is abnormal, the ECU will save the data at that moment of failure to form a freeze-frame. It is usually used to analyze the reasons that may lead to component(?) failures. The live data items supported by vehicles of different brands are not the same, so the freeze frames displayed when diagnosing vehicles of different brands may also be different.
- Page 17 These functions often eliminate the need to reset codes after resolving common problems. Since XTOOL is continuously developing, the manual may not include all of the latest special functions that are available for download. This user manual lists some of the commonly used special reset...
- Page 18 5.1 ABS BLEEDING Anti-Lock Braking System keeps the tires from locking up immediately when there are brakes. Keeping ABS in good condition can give full play to the effectiveness of the brakes, shorten the braking time and distance, prevent the vehicle from skidding and tailing during emergency braking, ensure good driving stability and steering maneuverability, and avoid violent friction between the tires and the ground to reduce tire wear.
- Page 19 Continue pumping the brake pedal, when air bubbles are no longer visible, select OK to enter next bleed procedure for left front wheel Repeat the operation 3 times to complete the bleed procedure for the left front wheel, right front wheel and right rear wheel in turn.
- Page 20 Click OK to complete the entire bleed procedure Caution The ABS pump screw needs to be unscrewed Brake fluid will be under pressure during this process. Secure the bleed hose and open bleeder screws slowly Some vehicles do not support automatic bleeding, but manually bleeding ...
- Page 21 Enter the Oil Reset menu and choose relevant models according to the vehicle being tested. Follow the instructions displayed that are specific to the vehicle and press OK after completing the instructions shown. Enter Maintenance mileage reset menu. Click INPUT and enter a reasonable value of remaining oil life and press OK. Confirm the [New Value] you just entered, and then click OK at the bottom right to complete the procedure.
- Page 22 5.3 EPB Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) System reset is a popular special function. You can use this function to reset the electronic parking brake system and brake pads (retraction, release of the brake pump), G-sensor and body angle calibration. This function has multiple uses and can safely and effectively maintain the electronic brake system.
- Page 23 instructions shown. Wait until the message of ‘Successful operation’ popes up. And press OK to exit the menu. Enter the Exit maintenance mode menu and wait until the message of ‘‘Successful operation’ popes up. 5.3 SAS Steering Angle Sensors (SAS) System Calibration permanently stores the current steering wheel position as the straight- ahead position in the SAS EEPROM.
- Page 24 Follow the instructions displayed and press OK after completing the instructions shown. Wait until the following instruction is displayed and press OK after completing the instructions shown. Message of ‘Function execution is completed’ displayed when SAS reset function has successfully completed. 5.5 BMS RESET The Battery Management System (BMS) allows the scan tool to evaluate the battery charge state, monitor the close-circuit current, register the battery replacement and activate the rest state of the vehicle.
- Page 25 The main battery is replaced. Battery matching must be performed to clear original low battery information and prevent the related control module from detecting false information. If the related control module detects false information, it will invalidate some electric auxiliary functions, such as automatic start & stop function, sunroof without one-key trigger function or power window without automatic function.
- Page 26 5.6 INJECTOR CODING This function can write the identification code of the fuel injector into the ECU so that the ECU can recognize the new injector. After the ECU or injector is replaced, the injector code of each cylinder must be confirmed or re-coded so that the cylinder can better identify injectors to accurately control fuel injection.
- Page 27 Enter the Change the value of cylinder menu of the replaced injector(s), enter the new 5-digit value, and then press Wait until the message ‘Write successfully’ pops up. Turn off the ignition switch. Wait until the message asks you to turn on the ignition switch. Re-enter the Fuel injection nozzle injection volume adjustment menu to check whether the new value(s) are shown.
- Page 28 The ECM monitors driving style and selects a suitable time to employ regeneration. Vehicles driven a lot at idling speed and low load will attempt to regenerate earlier than vehicles driven more with higher load and speed. For regeneration to take place, a prolonged high exhaust temperature must be obtained.
- Page 29 Read the instructions carefully and follow the instructions shown on the screen. Press OK after completing the instructions shown. Follow the instructions displayed and press OK after completing the instructions shown. IMPORTANT: Please pay attention to the Note. Press the OK button to start the regeneration.
- Page 30 10. Wait for the value of carbon deposit to decrease until a message of ‘Emergency regeneration has been completed’ pops up, this process may take up to 40 minutes. 11. Wait for 2 minutes to let the particulate filter cool down. 12.
- Page 31 Tire replacement After troubleshooting tire pressure related problems Other causes of loss of signal from the tire pressure sensor 1. For tire pressure sensor matching, some vehicle models may need the TPMS activation tool; 2. After learning process, you may need to run the car for some while before the fault light goes off; 3.
- Page 32 Install all tire pressure sensors appropriately Pull up the parking brake Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off Enter the tire pressure learning mode through the instrument panel on vehicle. There will be the corresponding prompt, which are differ from different car make and model, please subject to the vehicle manual or consult a professional) Starting from the left front wheel (some models flash the turn signal at the corresponding position), use the TPMS Activation Tool to activate the sensor, and the vehicle will sound the horn or flash the turn signal at the corresponding position after successful activation.
- Page 33 XTOOL technical support supporting@XTOOLtech.com to unbind the current language configuration and rebind it to the desired language configuration. After the configuration is successfully changed, you can switch the target language. This will only change the language of the APP. If you want to change the system language, please go to Android Settings.
- Page 34 Step1: Contact your dealer or XTOOL Support and leave a message about the language you need and the S/N of your device. A technician will modify the language configuration for you in the background. Wait for a response from the technician indicating Step 1 is complete.
- Page 35 FIRMWARE INFORMATION You can view the firmware information here, including the firmware name, the latest firmware version and the currently used firmware version. i The Diagnostic tablet supports automatic firmware update, please make sure that the device is connected to the network when you enter the diagnostic software and the firmware will be automatically updated to the latest version.
- Page 36 Diagnosis Report Data Playback File Manager REPORT This feature provides a history of diagnostic reports, where you can view and delete the vehicle's diagnostic reports according to your needs. When you finish the diagnostics progress and exit the diagnostic application specific to this vehicle, you will get a prompt of report regeneration.
- Page 37 Step 1: Install an APP that can connect to your target printer. Add the printer and input the IP address of the printer in the APP, or you can contact the XTOOL support team (support1@xtooltech/ support2@xtooltech.com) for help. i The Scan tool doesn’t provide the printer driver software, please install a third part App on the tablet if you need the print your Diagnostic report.
- Page 38 When the subscription expires, the software has installed on your device itself still is available, but all updates will be invalid. If you delete specific software due to the personal operation, XTOOL is not responsible for supporting the restoration of the software when the subscription expires.
- Page 39 FACTORY RESET When you choose to restore factory settings in the Android OS system, the device will automatically erase any custom settings and data, restart and then enter the factory reset mode. A factory reset is triggered by clicking the Settings mode from the main home page, and then clicking on “Backup & reset”. Follow onscreen prompts to initiate the factory reset process.
- Page 40 After selecting the system language, click Next to enter the Wi-Fi connection page, as shown below: Select a network to connect to on the Wi-Fi connection page. You will need to enter the Wi-Fi password to establish Wi-Fi connectivity. After successfully connecting to an Internet network connection, the scan tool will jump to Factory mode to download the software: This download process can take several minutes, largely determined by the speed of your Internet connection.
- Page 41 Q2: HOW TO PRINT A DIAGNOSTIC REPORT The XTOOL device is compatible with third-party print drivers. You can download the printer driver you need in the browser that comes with the tablet to install it, and then set your printer in the OS settings. After the configuration is completed, you can print Reports.
- Page 42 After connecting to the network, the APP will be available again. If the device is still unavailable, please contact XTOOL technical support team for help. Q12: CAN’T RECEIVE THE EMAIL AFTER SHARING THE DIAGNOSTIC REPORT If your device says "Sent successfully"...
- Page 43 (http://www.teamviewer.com) online, and then start the software on their computer at the same time, to provide support and remote control of the tablet. 4. Provide your ID to the partner or XTOOL technician, and then wait for them to send you a remote-control request.
- Page 44 5. A pop-up window will be displayed, asking you to permit the remote-control program to control your device. 6. Click Allow to accept, or click Reject to reject.
- Page 45 PPENDIX DTC STATUS DTC Status Descriptions Suggestions Current DTC’s are trouble codes that are stored in the ECU Current DTC’s can be cleared using the Clear when both continuous and non-continuous (2 trip) monitors DTC’s function of the Scantool, or when the Current /Present fail.
- Page 46 Settings: Users can set the language, units, repair shop information and can view information about this software Extended Functions: Users can view more extended functions and can use this function to bring up a web browser to aid the user when researching various trouble codes. NAVIGATION BUTTONS The navigation bar buttons are located at the bottom of the screen, as described in the table below: Items...
- Page 47 PPENDIX COMPLIANCE INFORMATION FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID: 2AW3IP804 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 48 SHENZHEN XTOOLTECH INTELLIGENT CO., LTD COMPANY ADDRESS: 17&18/F, BUILDING A2, CREATIVITY CITY, LIUXIAN AVENUE, NANSHAN DISTRICT, SHENZHEN, CHINA FACTORY ADDRESS: 2/F, BUILDING 12, TANGTOU THIRD INDUSTRIAL ZONE, SHIYAN STREET, BAOAN DISTRICT, SHENZHEN, CHINA SERVICE-HOTLINE: 0086-755-21670995/86267858 EMAIL: MARKETING@XTOOLTECH.COM FAX: 0755-83461644 WEBSITE: WWW.XTOOLTECH.COM...
- Page 49 This manual is designed for the usage of the D8 Smart Diagnostic System and provides operating instructions and product descriptions for users of this scan tool. Use the device only as described in this manual. XTOOL is not responsible for any consequences of violating the laws and regulations caused by using the product or its data information.
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