Xtool D8 BT User manual

Shenzhen Xtooltech Intelligent Co., LTD
User Manual
D8 BT Smart Diagnosis System

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Please read this user manual carefully before using the D8 BT
Smart Diagnosis System. When reading the manual, please
pay attention to the words “Note” or “Caution”, and read them
carefully for appropriate operation.
TRADEMARKS
is a registered trademark of Shenzhen Xtooltech
Intelligent CO., LTD.
In countries where the trademarks, service marks, domain
names, logos and the name of the company are not registered,
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and the company name. All other marks for the other products
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You may not use the trademarks, service marks, domain
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mentioned without written permission from the trademark
holder.
Xtool reserves the right to the final interpretation of this manual
content.

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COPYRIGHT
Without the written consent of Shenzhen Xtooltech Intelligent
Co., Ltd., any company or individual shall not copy or backup
this operation manual in any form (electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or other forms).
DECLARATION
This manual is designed for the usage of the D8 BT Smart
Diagnosis System and provides operating instructions and
product descriptions for users of the D8 BT Smart Diagnostic
system.
No part of this manual can be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system or transmitted, in any form or by any means (electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise), without
the prior written permission of Xtool.
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
Xtool shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages or for any economic consequential damages arising

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from the accidents of individual users and the third parties,
misuse or abuse of the device, unauthorized change or repair
of the device, or the failure made by the user not to use the
product according to the manual.
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual
are based on the latest configurations and functions available
at the time of printing. Xtool reserves the right to make changes
at any time without notice.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
For safe operation, please follow the instructions below:
⚫Keep the device away from heat or fumes when you use
it.
⚫If the vehicle battery contains acid, please keep your
hands and skin or fire sources away from the battery
during testing.
⚫The exhaust gas of the vehicle contains harmful chemicals,
please ensure adequate ventilation.
⚫Do not touch the cooling system components or exhaust
manifolds when the engine is running due to the high
temperatures reached.

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⚫Make sure the car is securely parked, Neutral is selected
or the selector is at P or N position to prevent the vehicle
from moving when the engine starts.
⚫Do not switch off the power or unplug the connectors
during testing, otherwise, you may damage the ECU
and/or the Diagnostic Tablet.
CAUTIONS!
⚫Avoid shaking or dismantling the unit as it may damage
the internal components.
⚫Do not use hard or sharp objects to touch the LCD screen;
⚫Do not use excessive force;
⚫Do not expose the screen to strong sunlight for a long
period.
⚫Please keep it away from water, moisture, high
temperature or very low temperature.
⚫If necessary, calibrate the screen before testing to ensure
the accuracy of LCD performance.
⚫Keep the main unit away from strong magnetic fields.

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AFTERSALES-SERVICES
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone] or [phone] (China)
Official Website: www.xtooltech.com
NOTE:
When seeking technical support, please provide
✓S/N of your device
✓VIN of your vehicle
✓Software version
This will help us quickly locate your problem

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CONTENT
TRADEMARKS............................................................................ I
COPYRIGHT ............................................................................... II
DECLARATION .......................................................................... II
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................. III
CAUTIONS! ............................................................................... IV
AFTERSALES-SERVICES......................................................... V
1GENERAL INTRODUCTION................................................ 1
1.1. Tablet..................................................................... 2
Front View of Tablet.................................................................................2
Back View of Tablet ..................................................................................3
Host Ports ....................................................................................................4
1.2. VCI Box ................................................................. 5
1.3. Specifications ........................................................ 6
1.4. Packing List ........................................................... 7
2GETTING STARTED ............................................................ 8
2.1. Activation ............................................................... 8
2.2. Main Interface...................................................... 11
Operation system................................................................................... 11

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Diagnosis system entrance ................................................................. 15
Function Buttons .................................................................................... 16
Navigation Buttons................................................................................ 18
Notification Bar....................................................................................... 19
3UPDATE &DELETE SOFTWARE...................................... 20
3.1. Update Software.................................................. 20
3.2. Delete Software................................................... 21
4DIAGNOSIS ........................................................................ 23
4.1. Vehicle Connection ............................................. 23
4.2. Diagnosis............................................................. 25
Vehicle Selection .................................................................................... 25
Basic functions......................................................................................... 32
5SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 46
5.1 OIL RESET .................................................................. 47
5.2 EPB .............................................................................. 49
5.3 SAS .............................................................................. 53
5.4 DPF .............................................................................. 56
5.5 BMS RESET ................................................................ 64
5.6 THROTTLE .................................................................. 67
5.7 INJECTOR CODING.................................................... 69

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5.8 GEARBOX MATCH ..................................................... 74
5.9 GEAR LEARNING ....................................................... 75
6REPORT ............................................................................. 79
6.1. Report.................................................................. 80
6.2. Replay.................................................................. 83
6.3. File Manager........................................................ 84
7SETTINGS .......................................................................... 86
7.1. Language............................................................. 87
7.2. Units..................................................................... 88
7.3. Bluetooth ............................................................. 89
7.4. My Workshop Info ............................................... 90
7.5. VCI Firmware Information ................................... 91
7.6. About ................................................................... 92
8FACTORY RESET.............................................................. 94
9REMOTE ASSISTANCE .................................................... 99
10 FAQ................................................................................ 102
Q1: Failed to generate diagnosis report .......................... 102
Q2: How to print diagnosis report .................................... 104
Q3: Failed to extract files ................................................. 105
Q4: Mailbox supported..................................................... 105
Q5: How to make an appointment for remote support .... 105

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Q6: How to generate and upload diagnostic log files...... 106
Q7: How to switch language ............................................ 106
Q8: Failed to diagnose vehicle ........................................ 106
Q9: Failed to activate or register...................................... 107
Q10: Failed to turn on when charging ............................. 108
Q11: Failed to open the diagnosis app with PROMPT “Sync
your device. the device has been offline for more than 30 days.
you should connect INTERNET SYNC DEVICES TO THE
NETWORK STATUS!” ............................................................ 108
Q12: Failed to enter Vehicle menu .................................. 109
SHENZHEN XTOOLTECH INTELLIGENT CO., LTD............ 110

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1GENERAL INTRODUCTION
The D8 BT smart diagnostic system is an advanced scanning
tool based on the Android operating system. It supports multi-
language switching and is suitable for different countries and
regions. The advantage of this OBDⅡscanner is not only its
comprehensive functions, including complete system
diagnosis, all OBDⅡfunctions, various reset functions can also
achieve a faster and more accurate diagnosis.
The D8 BT Smart diagnosis system mainly includes:
⚫Tablet
⚫VCI box
⚫Power adapter
Before performing the diagnosis program, please make sure
that the VCI box is successfully connected to your vehicle, and
connect the VCI box with Bluetooth on the tablet.
Some old cars with non-OBD2 standard protocol need to be
connected with our VCI box through OBD-1 connectors. Using
the wrong connector may cause your car to be unrecognized
by the diagnostic tool.

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Please confirm the OBD connector specifications configured
on your car before connecting.
1.1. TABLET
The main unit of the D8 BT is the tablet, which has a built-in
VCI module, which can be directly connected to the tablet and
the car with the main test cable, without the need to connect to
an external VCI box via Bluetooth.
FRONT VIEW OF TABLET
Figure 1-1 Sample of Tablet Front View

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The front of the main unit is a touchable display screen, you
can use your fingers to operate on the screen to complete the
car diagnosis.
BACK VIEW OF TABLET
Figure 1-2 Sample of Tablet Back View
①Camera: 8-megapixel camera, for taking pictures.
②Tablet Holder: Used to support the tablet, flexible
adjustment of the tablet height as needed.

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③Nameplate: Display the basic information about the tablet
such as product name and model etc.
④Loudspeaker: Itsupports playing external sounds.
HOST PORTS
Fig 1-3 Sample of Tablet Host Ports
①USB 3.0 port: Data transfer interface for tablet
communication and diagnostics.
②VGA port: A reserved interface can be used for
charging.
③DC charging port: Charging port, connected to the
charger can be charged.
④Power button: Long press to turn on/off, short press to
rest/brighten the screen.

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1.2. VCI BOX
Fig 1-4 Sample of VCI Box
①LCD: Display the battery voltage of the vehicle
②OBD 16 pin connector: Insert the OBD-Ⅱport on the
vehicle
③Light button: provide lighting function
④Bluetooth Indicator: It turns blue when Bluetooth is
connected successfully
⑤Power Indicator: It turns red when power is on
⑥Vehicle Indicator: The green light flashes when the VCI box
communicates with the vehicle successfully

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1.3. SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1-1 Specification
Item
Description
OS
Android
Processor
Quad-core processor 1.8GHz
Ram
2G
Rom
64G
Display
8-inch capacitive, 1024×768
resolution
Connectivity
⚫USB
⚫Wi-Fi
Camera
8-megapixel autofocus rear
camera with flash
Sensor
Gravity sensor
Audio Input/ Audio Output
Microphone/ Loudspeaker
Ports
⚫USB3.0
⚫DC charging port
⚫VGA port
Battery
10000mAh 3.7V lithium polymer
battery

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Input Voltage
12V DC
Operating Temperature
-10~50℃
Relative Humidity
< 90%
Dimensions
274.0×175.0×33.8 mm
1.4. PACKING LIST
Table 1-2 Packing List
Category
No.
Name
QTY
Main Units
1
Tablet PC
1
2
VCI Box
1
3
USB 3.0 Cable
1
Adaptor
1
DC12V(AC100~240V) 3A
1
2
US power cable
1
3
EU power cable
1
Accessories
1
Tool kit
1
2
Certificate of Quality
1
3
Packing List
1
4
User Manual
1
5
Carton
1

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2GETTING STARTED
2.1. ACTIVATION
After first-time users press and hold the power button to turn
on the system, the system will automatically enter the guide
process and request to select the language for the operating
system.
Figure 2-1 Sample of Selection Languages
After setting the system language, you will enter the activation
page, as shown in the figure below. You can also click the

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"Trial" button in the upper right corner to try it out before
activation.
Figure 2-2 Sample of Activation (Screen 1)
Click Start Activate to enter the activation page, as shown
below:

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Figure 2-3 Sample of Activation (Screen 2)
A pop-up window showing Activation Success indicates that
you have completed the first boot setup, click OK to enter the
diagnostic system and start using the device.
Figure 2-4 Sample of Activation (Screen 3)