Foxwell NT200E User manual

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Table of Contents
1. Safety Information....................................................................................................................3
1.1 Important Safety Instructions................................................................... 3
2. Introduction............................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 About the Code Reader.............................................................................4
3. OBDII/EOBD Diagnosis........................................................................................................ 14
3.1 Reading DTCs...........................................................................................17
3.2 Clearing DTCs...........................................................................................20

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3.3 Viewing Datastream.................................................................................23
3.4 Viewing Freeze Data............................................................................... 25
3.5 Reading I/M Readiness Status Data....................................................28
3.6 Reading Vehicle Information..................................................................34
3.7 Exiting Test.................................................................................................38
4. Updating the Code Reader...................................................................................................39
5. Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................... 46

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1. Safety Information
For your safety, and to prevent damage to the equipment and vehicles, read this manual
thoroughly before operating your NT200E code reader. The safety messages presented
below and throughout this user manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme
care when using this device. Always refer to and follow safety messages and test
procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested. Read,
understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual.
1.1 Important Safety Instructions
Always use this code reader as described in the user manual, and follow all safety
messages.
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 manual.

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Always wear ANSI approved goggles to protect your eyes from propelled objects
as well as hot or caustic liquids.
Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline, chemical and electrical
fires in work area.
Make sure to turn off ignition before connecting or disconnecting the code reader.
2. Introduction
The NT200E has been developed by leading industry experts. It is specially designed to
read/clear codes, read live data, retrieve freeze data and request vehicle information on
OBDII/EOBD compliant cars, SUVs, light-duty trucks and mini-vans sold worldwide since
1996.
2.1 About the Code Reader
2.1.1Code Reader Controls

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A. OBD II Cable - provides communication for vehicle DLC.
B. LCD Display - shows menus, test results and operation tips.
C. UP Key - moves selection up.
D. ESC Key - returns to previous screen or level.
E. ENTER Key - confirms an action or enter system setup menu from home screen
F. DOWN Key - moves selection down
G. USB Port – provides a USB connection for the PC or laptop.
2.1.2Specifications
1.Display:Backlit, 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjustment.
2.Working Temperature: 0 to 60℃(32 to 140℉)
3.Storage Temperature: -20 to 70℃(-4 to 158℉)
4.Power: 8-18 Volts powered by vehicle battery
5.Dimensions(L*W*H): 120*75*20mm (4.7*2.96*0.78in)
6.Weight: 300g

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2.1.3 Display Indicators
Below is a list indicators used to help navigate through menus.
1 $ Indicates the control unit number.
2 Indicates more than one screen of information is available.
2.1.4 System Setup
System Setup allows you to:
● Select menu languages.
● Change measurement unit.
● Adjust display contrast.
√System Setup settings remain until changes to the existing setups are made.

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To do system setup:
1. Press the UP/DOWN key to enter System Setup from home screen.
√Follow on-screen instructions to program the code reader to meet your specific
needs.
2.1.5 Changing Language
√The code reader is set to display English menus by default.
System Setup
Language
Measurement Unit
Contrast

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To change menu language:
1. Use the UP/DOWN key to pick Language from System Setup screen.
2. Press the ENTER key to confirm.
3. Use the UP/DOWN key to select desired language
System Setup
Language
Measurement Unit
Contrast

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4. Press the ENTER key to save language setting and return.
2.1.6 Changing Measurement Unit
√Metric is the default measurement unit.
To change measurement unit:
1. Use the UP/DOWN key to select Measurement Unit from System Setup
screen.
2. Press the ENTER key to confirm.
Language
English
Espanol
Francais

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3. Use the UP/DOWN key to select desired measurement unit.
System Setup
Language
Measurement Unit
Contrast
Measurement Unit
English
Metric

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4. Press the ENTER key to save measurement setting and return.
2.1.7 Adjusting Display Contrast
To adjust display contrast:
1. Use the UP/DOWN key to select Contrast from System Setup screen.
2. Press the ENTER key to confirm.
3. Use the UP/DOWN key to adjust contrast.
System Setup
Language
Measurement Unit
Contrast

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4. Press the ENTER key to save contrast setting and return.
2.1.8 Exiting System Setup
To quit system setup:
1. Use the ESC key to quit system setup
Contrast
Contrast (30%)
[UP/Down Key] – Adjust
[ENTER] – Save

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3. OBDII/EOBD Diagnosis
Diagnostic Menu allows you to:
● Read DTCs.
● Clear DTCs.
● View live datastream.
● View freeze data.
System Setup
Language
Measurement Unit
Contrast

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● Retrieve vehicle information.
√The code reader detects the communication protocol when it is connected to the
vehicle and uses the protocol throughout the testing until another vehicle is
diagnosed.
√If the code reader fails to communicate with the vehicle a “Communication
Error!” message displays. Make sure the OBDII connector is securely attached,
and the ignition key is on. Turn vehicle key to off for 10 seconds, then on. If the
problem still exists, refer to “Error Messages” on page 18 of Troubleshooting.
√When the code reader links to a vehicle, it checks the status of I/M Monitors, and
gives a summary report on the display as illustrated below.

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√If the vehicle is equipped with more than one computer module (for example a
powertrain control module [PCM] and a transmission control module [TCM]), the
code reader identifies them by their identification names (ID) assigned by the
manufacturer (i.e. Engine or A/T).
√Use the UP/DOWN key to select a control module where the data may be
retrieved when more than one module is detected.
System Status
Code Found 3
Monitors N/A 4
Monitors OK 4
Monitors INC 3

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√To view information of other control units quit the current test and select another
module.
3.1 Reading DTCs
The Read Codes function is used to read DTCs (stored codes), which are used to
help identify the cause of a trouble or troubles with a vehicle, and pending codes from
the vehicle’s control modules.
Control Module
Engine
A/T

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√When emission-related or drivability fault occurs the control module illuminates
the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
√Pending Codes are also referred to as continuous monitor or maturing codes
that indicate intermittent faults. If the fault does not occur within a certain
number of drive cycles (depending on vehicle), the code clears from memory. If
fault occurs a specific number of times, the code matures into a DTC and the
MIL illuminates or blinks.
√This function can be performed with KOEO or KOER.
To read codes from vehicle control modules:
1. Press the ENTER key to start diagnosis from home screen.
2. Use the DUP/DOWN key to select Read Codes from Diagnostic Menu
screen.

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3. Press the ENTER key to confirm.
4. View DTCs and their definitions.
$10 1/2
P0101 Generic
Mass or Volume Air
Flow A Circuit Range
/ Performance
Diagnostic Menu
Read Codes
Clear Codes
Datastream
Freeze Data

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√If no DTCs are present a message stating “No (Pending) Codes Found” is
displayed.
√If any manufacturer specific or enhanced codes are detected, a “Manufacturer
specific codes are found! Press any key to select vehicle make!” message
displays prompting you to select a vehicle make before viewing DTC(s).
√If the manufacturer of the vehicle being tested is not listed, select Other.
5. Press the ESC key to return to Diagnostic Menu screen.
3.2 Clearing DTCs
The Clear Codes function is used to delete DTCs and I/M Readiness data from vehicle’s
control module(s). It may also erase freeze data, and set monitors to incomplete or not
ready.
√Perform Clear Codes function only after systems have been checked
completely.
√After servicing the vehicle, erase stored DTCs and verify no codes have been