Foxwell NT204 OBDII/EOBD Code Reader

OBDII / EOBD Code Reader

This Foxwell Code Reader is designed for analysing engine issues on OBDII compatible vehicles, including both petrol & diesel. It is suitable for both DIY and professional use. This code reader can read and clear OBDII codes, and turn off the check engine light. It also displays a range of live data and freeze frame data on a 2.4" TFT colour screen, along with hot keys for an I/M readiness test. This code reader comes with lifetime free updates.

Please note that this code reader will only work on OBDII compliant vehicles. Refer to your vehicle manual, or use the provided QR code to reference the list of Australian OBDII compliant vehicles. For pre-OBDII vehicles, a scan tool such as the ET2530 is required.

Available Functions

• Read Codes / Freeze Frame Data
• Erase Codes / Live Data
• I/M Readiness / O2 Sensor Test
• Vehicle Information / Modules Present
• Unit of measure / DTC GUIDE
• On-board Monitor Test / Component Test

Code Reader Descriptions

A OBDII Cable

B LCD Display

C Green LED Display: Indicates the engine system is working normally (all monitors on the vehicle are active and performing their diagnostic testing), and no DTCs are found.

D Yellow LED Display: Shows the tool has found a possible problem. Pending DTCs exist and/or some of the vehicle's emission monitors have not completed their diagnostic testing.

E Red LED Display: Indicates there are problems in one or more of the vehicle's systems. In this case, the MIL lamp on the instrument panel will also be on.

F One Click I/M Readiness Key: Quickly checks the emissions readiness state and drive cycle verification.

G UP Key

H BACK Key

I ENTER Key

J DOWN Key

K USB Port

How to Use This Code Reader

Before starting diagnosis, please ensure:

1. The ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
2. The vehicle's engine is off.
3. The vehicle battery voltage is between 12-14 volts.
4. The scanner is correctly connected to the vehicle.

Do not connect or disconnect the code reader while the ignition is on or the engine is running.

OBDII Connector and Pinout:

1. Vendor Option / 2. SAE J1850BUS+ / 3. Vendor Option / 4. Chassis Ground / 5. Signal Ground / 6. CAN(J-2234)High / 7. ISO 9141-2K-Line / 8. Vendor Option / 9. Vendor Option / 10. SAE J1850BUS- / 11. Vendor Option / 12. Vendor Option / 13. Vendor Option / 14. CAN(J-2234)Low / 15. ISO 9141-2Low / 16. Battery Power

In the main menu, ENTER OBDII/EOBD. The code reader will start scanning. Wait several seconds, then choose "yes/no" with the right arrow key, and enter the Diagnostic Menu.

Choose "Read Codes" - Choose each selection to check. Pending Codes means the codes will need to be confirmed after several driving cycles.

Enter "Live Data", graphing selected live data will help locate faulty sensors.

Enter "View Freeze Frame". This is a snapshot of critical vehicle operating conditions automatically recorded by the on-board computer at the time the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) was recorded. This data can also help identify faulty sensors.

O2 Monitor Test, On-Board Monitor Test, Component Test. The availability of these tests are vehicle dependent, and may not be available on all vehicles.

Enter "I/M Readiness".

Retrieve I/M

Updating

1 Download the update tool NT Wonder and install it.

2 Connect the code reader to your computer with the USB cable.

3 Click <Update online> or <Update offline> to start updating according to the software version conditions.

4 An Update Finished message displays when the update is completed.

Important Notes for Updating:

• Do not disconnect the code reader from the computer or power off the computer during the update process.
• No registration required.
• Windows 8 onwards supported.