Report Foxwell NT510 BMW Pros & Cons – does 80% of factory systems can do

This is a real story, I initially bought Foxwell NT510 scanner for BMW only, hook it up to the BMW car OBD II port and very impressive with its service and maintenance performance.

Pros: As a professional technician, I will say Foxwell NT510 scanner tool can do roughly 80% of what our factory systems are capable of doing. For the price, it’s impressive. All the important service functions are there i.e coding, abs bleeding, battery register, DPF, injector correction and so on.

Cons: Here is what I don’t like, and maybe someone can respond if this has also happened to them. I have the BMW program installed. The only way to read any codes is to do the auto scan, which can take several minutes if you’re working on a late model car with 20 or 30 control units. It will give you the option to instead go into specific control units, but what you select ‘read codes’, a warning pops up that it is about to erase the codes and asks if you want to continue. If you select continue, it erases the codes without even displaying them or telling you what they are. So again, you have to do the complete auto scan and then read all the codes, you can’t read codes for a specific control module only.

This is a Chinese company, and sometimes words and acronyms are ‘lost in translation”.

Overall, it’s not a bad product.

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Review Foxwell NT510 scanner GM Toyota Ford

Foxwell NT510 tool I’ve used a bit more and it’s done well. Keep in mind, $155 just buys the tool and enhanced software for one OEM…Each additional OEM (up to 5) has to be purchased separately for $60. I have Toyota, GM, and Ford loaded in mine. Without the enhanced upgrades, it’s just a cheap generic scanner.

Foxwell NT510 tool is VERY capable…when it works. I have had problems with it freezing up, usually while I’m trying to monitor some PIDs while using bi-directional or on a road test…kinda defeats the purposes of being able to observe values on the fly when that happens.

Also, like many lower cost tools…which is likely a hardware limitation, the sample rate is shit. Example:…I was attempting to view several starter enable/command PIDs on a cadillac the other day, and the tool would not sample fast enough to change the PID from “OFF” to “ON” in the time it took the engine start.

I can say though, that this is the best cheap scanner I’ve ever used. The company is good to deal with although they’re Chinese; the customer support is mostly worth. If you have a problem, they’ll refund the cost of the tool, but not the cost of your software, which is shitty.

I’ve used it to do a cam sensor reset on a 99ish 454 suburban, I’ve used it to do the ABS bleed on a handful of GMs and a prius. It performs the zero point calibration for the ABS/trac system on my 2003 4runner, and I was able to control the VVTi solenoids on the engine.

At this point, for the price, I would recommend it.

I have the Foxwell NT510, a Launch CRP129, and the AutoEnginuity with Asian and Domestic enhanced bundle. The AutoEnginuity is more capable and has better graphing and mode $6 data, but I find that between the Launch and the Foxwell and my scope, I’ve been able to solve the limited scope of everything that has come my way.

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Foxwell NT301 Scanner How to Reset Check Engine Light

Foxwell NT301 scanner is the best choice for check engine light to rest on all vehicles, since it is especially designed to do this, good quality and sales for a lowest price.

This post is on how to Reset Check engine light using Foxwell NT301 scanner. On the package it lists all nt301 highlights and features, but if you want to know more details, you’d better read this post.

This item cost $65 incl. shipping cost, bought from http://www.foxwelltechshop.com

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One of feature is that it can print the diagnostic confusions using a windows computer, it comes with a CD and a USB cable to connect to this Foxwell NT301 device, the port is over here (see pic 3)

The Foxwell NT301 package comes with a user manual book, it prints very well and easy to follow.

Procedure on how to use Foxwell NT301 scanner to Reset Check engine light:

Find out your vehicle’s OBDII port and plug the device 16pin port into it.

Reade codes & erase codes

Turn on Foxwell NT301 and vehicle, press hold on the “Read” keyboard, now it is linking to the vehicle, communicating – please wait. So it has no codes found.

Live data

Options: 1. view data (Complete Data, Custom Data and Unit of measure) 2. Record data 3. Playback data

Reading PID. 4C

Read I/M Readiness Status Data

I/M Readiness option allows to view a snapshot of the operations for the emission system on

OBDII/EOBD vehicles.

I/M Readiness are a useful function used to check if all monitors are OK or N/A. The vehicle’s computer performs tests on the emission system during normal driving conditions. After a specific amount of drive time (each monitor has specific driving conditions and time required), the computer’s monitors decide if the vehicles emission system is working correctly.

1. Press the One-Click I/M Readiness Key on the keypad and the following screen displays.
2. Colored LED and build-in beeper provide both visual and audible reminders for emission

check and DTCs.

One of new feature it DTC Lookup

DTC Lookup menu allows to request DTC definitions stored in the code reader.

Other features:

View Freeze Frame O2 monitor test, on-board monitor test and component test

System Settings: incl. language, configure monitors, unit of measure, key beep set, diag beep set, tool self-test

Conclusion:

Foxwell NT301 did not trouble back, but it not a big deal. But overall this item is great, very easy to hold on too, easy to read with the screen, did many systems, easy follow with the screen DTC look up diagnostic codes, and here the keyboard is nice artistic and press easily, and having a firm cord connecting to the vehicle, if you use this one for only repair, it would cost-effective, so yes I would recommend this.

 

 

 

 

Test OK Foxwell NT624 on 12V 2005 year Dodge Ram 3500

User question: I keep reading that the Foxwell NT624 from http://www.foxwelltechshop.com displays data for OBD I, but there only appears to be an OBD II cable. Which is correct? Also, will it work with Diesel Pick Up trucks?

My personal truck is 12V 2005 year Dodge Ram 3500 with 6.5 Liter Cummins Turbo Diesel.

Does the OBD I cable have to be purchased separately?

Will it display DATA for OBD I, or only read codes?

Answer from engineers:

Yes, if you use Foxwell NT624 to work Dodge Ram 3500, you need an OBD1 to OBD2 adapter. It will display DATA for OBD I, not only read codes.

Here on how to use Foxwell NT624 (with some pictures):

Foxwell NT624 user manual:

http://www.foxwelltechshop.com/upload/pro/201608/foxwell-automaster-pro-nt624-update-guide-en-v1.00.pdf

How to update Foxwell NT624 Scanner ?

Free update on http://www.foxwelltech.com for 18 months after register, the update cost is 100USD/year after 18Months

 

Foxwell NT644 Users Pay Extra $120 Get all EPB+ Oil+ DPF+TPSTBA+BRT

This post is writing to all the Foxwell NT644 users especially who are www.foxwelltechshop.com customers.

If you want your Foxwell NT644 (Oil light/ service reset, and EPB only) to add more functions including battery configuration, DPF regeneration, TPS/TBA (Throttle Body alignment), Bi-directional control tests, now pay extra $120usd for the Software Authorization Service for Foxwell NT644 Upgrade to NT644 pro

After paid, provide the serial number of NT644, and the foxwelltechshop.com engineer will authorize the special functions on our server. Don’t you think it is cheap and easy to operate?

Next is to enjoy all the Foxwell NT644 pro compatibilities.

In table:

In text:

Foxwell NT644 capacities and vehicle coverage:

Supports Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) features on approx 30 makes (see above)

Supports Oil Service Reset functions on approx 40 makes (see above)

Supports DPF functions on approx 35 makes (see above)

Supports Battery Configuration functions on approx 8 makes (see above)

Supports Steering Angle Sensor functions on approx 40 makes

Supports Throttle Position Sensor functions on approx 30 makes

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Foxwell NT644 ! Electronic Park Brake (EPB) service Reset tools wanted!

Have all makes to read and clear EPB trouble codes and turns off the ECU and brake warning light. The Electronic Park Brake (EPB) service reset tools wanted, for example Foxwell NT644

Here is the detail :

Original Foxwell NT644 Electronic Park Brake service tools

Foxwell NT644: The EPB application leads to screens for diagnostic trouble code information, live datastream, ECU information,special functions of electric parking brake systems on 31 vehicle makes sold worldwide.

 

Foxwell NT644 EPB Function Vehicle Coverage:
Acura, Audi, BMW, Bentley, Bugatti, Citroen, EU Ford, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Maybach, Mercedes Benz, MINI, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Roewe, Renault, Saabm Scion, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volvo

Foxwell NT644 pros:

-Quality is solid

-18-month free update on http://www.foxwelltech.com

-Also perform oil service reset on many models and pay extra $120 to add more special function like DPF, TBA/TPS, and battery configuration etc.

Foxwell NT644 reviews on EPB:

Here Foxwell NT644 EPB function (Most informative):

EPB Service menu allows you to perform the service and maintenance of brake systems, including deactivation and activation of the brake control system, bleeding brake fluid, opening and closing brake pads, and setting brakes after disc or pad replacement, on multiple brands of vehicles where electronic brake systems are fitted.Some tests display a command to the operator. For example, if “Pressing Brake Pedal” displays, the operator has to press and hold the brake pedal and then continue. Actual tests vary by vehicle manufacturer, year, make.

Typical special test options include:
●Deactivate/Activate SBC/EPB systems- allows to deactivate brakes for further service or maintenance work on brake systems or activate brakes when service or maintenance work on brake systems are completed.

●Adaptation on Audi A8 – allows to set new pad thickness of rear brakes calipers after changing brake discs & pads on Audi A8 models.

●Replace hydraulic brake systems fluid/bleed brake system on 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.

● Perform activation/service work on Volvo PBM vehicles -allows to perform installation check, applying parking brake, releasing parking brake, activating service mode and exiting service mode.

● Reset memory on Toyota EPB vehicles -allows to clear the learned memory of the EPB ECU.

● Perform brake cable replacement and electric parking brake replacement -allows to fit in or remove the brake cable safely, adjust brake cable’s tension and calibrate the electric parking brake replacement.

● Save and write clutch pedal programming on Renault EPB vehicles -allows to save clutch pedal programming on Renault vehicles fitted with manual gearbox. After this command is activated, the tool allows to “flash” the electric parking brake unit with the saved clutch data.

● Perform control function and reset function on Opel EPB vehicles -allows to apply/release park brake cable service, provide park brake cable service replacement procedures and calibrate the parking brake systems after brake service.

● Sensor calibration on Honda EPB vehicles -allows to program the current output value of each sensor into the electric parking brake unit.

● Provides parking brake unjam procedure and perform longitudinal accelerometer calibration on Land Rover EPB vehicles -allows to drive the electronic park brake so it is unjamed in the releasing direction and then drive it into mounting position or the latching position; also allows to perform longitudinal accelerometer calibration.

● EPB systems must be deactivated before carrying out any maintenance/service work on the brakes such as changing of pads, discs and calipers.

● 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.

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Experience Use Foxwell NT510 Toyota Lexus Scion

I Paid $155 for Foxwell NT510 multi-system scanner from www.foxwelltechshop.com, create a Foxwell ID through foxwelltech.com official website, register my scanner, update my scanner to the newest version, then download Toyota, Lexus and Scion car brand software (referring to the NT510 user manual).

Hook foxwell NT510 up to the Toyota one by one, all are good, Very impressed with its service and maintenance performance (special functions) i.e coding, abs bleeding, battery register, DPF, injector correction and so on, so it not only do basic OBD diagnostic.

Moreover, Foxwell NT510 is handheld scanner, all my diag tools (i.e Toyota TIS Techstream) are laptop based and it’s a bit of a pain dragging the laptop out and waiting for it to boot up, so having a standalone tool like this for quick & dirty diagnosis & resets would be pretty good.

Test most and all good, so I consider Foxwell engineers are the guys of their words. Here I attach here the supplier’s pdf, which are comprehensive including all the tested functions: ECU info, reade codes, erase codes, live data, freeze fram, active test and special function.

Tips: the guy promised I am allowed to add up to 5 car brands as I like, and they claim the working car brands incl. 1. Chrysler 2. GM 3. Honda, Accura 4. Hyundai, Kia 6. Land Rover, Jaguar 7. OPEL, Vauxhall 8. VW, AUDI, Seat, Skoda 9. BMW , Mini 10. Fiat 11. American Ford 12. Mazda 13. Maserati 14. Ferrari 15. Aston Martin 16. Volvo 17. Porsche.

Feedback and Guide Foxwell NT510 scanner BMW coding injector

Foxwell NT510 BMW scanner coding injector is a pretty impressive list of functions for such a small unit. I picked one up when it was on sale $155 on foxwelltechshop.com

It is very easy and intuitive to use as it guides you through the process. It has access to the TCU and TCU parameters yes.

Here NT510 BMW scanner coding injector feedback:
Can code injectors and new battery on 2008 BMW 135i
Allow to alignment and calibrate fuel injectors on a 2009 535i N54 engine
Drive: Adjust injector ok on:
1_E81/E82/E87/E88
3_E90/E91/E92/E93
5_F10/F11
5_F18
X6_E71
Z4_E89
7_F02
7_F01/F02/F0
Drive: Fuel injector matching ok on: 1_E81/E82/E87/E88
Drive: Fuel injector adaptation ok on: 7_F01/F02/F04
Hasn’t test all, but the supplier list, post their function list for your reference.
http://www.foxwelltechshop.com/upload/pro/201606/foxwell_bmw_functionlist.pdf

• Operation Guide:
  You have to input all 6 digits together no spaces, someone may only enter 3 digit codes. Also the DME separates the 6 digits code for the injector into two 3 digit pairs automatically. There is a note in the prompts that says the last digit may be altered /adjusted by the DME.

Comprehensive guide:
the DME defaults to a low range of the injectors specs by -/+ 1 of the last digit of the set. That is normal. If you want the full range of the injector spec ie closest to the actual numbers displayed on the injector, then you need to offset entry.
Example, if you enter 477 and the DME changes it to 476, then enter 478 to target 477. If the DME adjusts to 479 then you will have to go back and enter 477 and 476 will be the highest you can go staying within the injector specs and not exceeding it.

• If got prompt “the values were not valid” after save, following this guide:
  Update the software for NT510 BMW scanner, then select your device first by VIN, it will load a pre profile. Then go back and select your chassis and model manually. Go to service and try entering the values again. You can also try saving each cylinder entry one at a time.

User Guide for Foxwell NT630 ABS & Airbag Reset Tool (for Beginner User)

Here is the guide for Foxwell NT630 for Beginner User

If you got Foxwell NT630 ABS & Airbag Reset Tool for the first time,you need to follow below guide to operate before troubleshooting ABS and SRS.

Foxwell NT630 Software updates:
This tool comes with free software updates for 18 months from the date of purchase.
To apply software updates to the tool you will need a Windows PC/Laptop and an SD Card Reader.
If we have sufficient time between your order being placed and being shipped, we will often install the latest available updates for you on the day the order is shipped.

Foxwell NT630 Registration part 1 – Create an account
You firstly need to create an account with Foxwell and register your tool.
This can be done through the FoxScanner update software, which can be downloaded for free from the http://www.foxwelltech.com.
Just select your tool from the list Updates page and follow the instructions to download the latest version of FoxScanner.

The file downloaded will be a compressed zip file. Open that file and run the installer inside it.
Please note: The installer will sometimes try to install FoxScanner to the D:\ drive. In most cases you will need to change this to C:\

Once installed, open the FoxScanner software.
Click the Register button and complete the registration page to create your Foxwell account.

Foxwell NT630 Registration part 2 – Add your tool to the account
To register NT630 tool, you will need the tool’s Serial Number and ‘Register Password’.
You can find these on the tool by selecting Setup > About.

When logged into FoxScanner, click the ‘Register Products’ icon.
On the ‘S/N Registration’ tab, put a tick in the box marked ‘001’ then select NT630 tool in the Part Number column.
Enter the product’s serial number and password, then click Submit.
A confirmation box should be shown confirming successful registration.

Foxwell NT630 Updating Foxwell NT630:
Now close the FoxScanner software, remove the SD card from your tool (making sure the tool is turned off first!) and connect it to the PC via an SD card reader.
Please note: Due to the expanding coverage of the NT630, to install all available updates you will need an 8GB SD Card.
Tools supplied before June 2016 will have been supplied with a 4GB card.
So long as you are still within your 18 month update period you can run the update procedure listed below with a new, blank 8GB card.

We recommend re-formatting new 8GB SD cards to the FAT32 file system, with an “Allocation unit size” of 4096 bytes before applying the software updates.
Once Windows has detected the SD card, run the FoxScanner software and login again. click the ‘My Updates’ button.
After a few seconds, a list of the available software updates will appear.
Ensure that the correct serial number is displayed in the drop-down list.
Click the Update button to download and install available updates.

Please Kindly Notice: the Foxwell NT630 update process can take a long time. If your tool has not been updated recently, it may take a few hours for the update process to complete. Once the update has completed, don’t forget to ‘safely remove’ the SD card in Windows before unplugging it, to avoid the possibility of data corruption.

Renewals
Once your initial 18 months of free updates expire, the tool will continue to work – it will not ‘time out’ – but you will no longer be able to access the update server.
Should you wish to continue updating your Foxwell NT630, you will need to purchase an update package, which will give you a further 12 months of access to the update servers.

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Foxwell NT510 VS Foxwell GT80

Generally speaking, Usually Foxwell NT510 and Foxwell GT80 share the same software, same functions

The only difference is NT510 comes with one car brands for free and pay $70 to add extra brands, it can add up to 5 brands among 17 brands.

While Foxwell GT80 covers GT80 PLUS provides professional diagnosis on more than 59 American, Asian and European vehicle makes.

To sum up: Foxwell NT510 is better for DIY home use, and Foxwell GT80 is suitable for big workshops.

Foxwell NT510 Vs Foxwell GT80 

	Foxwell NT510	Foxwell GT80 Plus	Foxwell GT80 Mini
Mux
Language	English,French,Spanish,Dutch, German,Russian,Hungarian,Portuguese, Italian	English, French, Spanish,Dutch, German,Russian,Hungarian,Portuguese,Italian, Korean, Thai, Chinese	English, French, Spanish,Dutch, German,Russian,Hungarian,Portuguese,Italian, Korean, Thai, Chinese
Vehicle coverage	(Customizable, add up to 5 brands)    1. Chrysler	more than 59 American, Asian and European vehicle makes (All system All makes)	more than 59 American, Asian and European vehicle makes (All system All makes)
	2. GM
	3. Honda, Accura
	4. Hyundai,Kia
	5. Toyota,Lexus, Sicon
	6. Land Rover, Jaguar
	7. OPEL, Vauxhall
	8. VW, AUDI, Seat, Skoda
	9. BMW
	10. Fiat
	11. American Ford
	12. Mazda
	13. Maserati
	14. Ferrari
	15. Aston Martin
	16. Volvo
	17. Porsche
Works on almost all electronic systems	√	√	√
OBDI and OBDII compatiblity	√	√	√
Reads and clear codes	√	√	√
Reads/records/graphs live sensor data	√	√	√
Freeze frame data	√	√	√
ECU information	√	√	√
Code troubleshooters	√	√	√
Bi-directional control tests	√	√	√
EPB Service	√	√	√
Oil Light Reset	√	√	√
DPF Reset	√	√	√
SAS(Steering Angle Sensor Calibration)	√	√	√
Battery Configuration	√	√	√
TPS/TBA(Throttle Body Alignment)	√	√	√
abs bleeding	√	√	√
coding	√	√	√
Other Service Maintenance Function	√	√	√
Hot keys for quick access of data	√	√	√
color screen	2.8′ FTF color screen	10.1″ LED capacitive touch screen	8″ LED capacitive touch screen
18-month free updates	√	√	√
Yearly Update Cost	$60	$500	$500