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Trademarks
OTOFIX is a trademark of Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd., registered in China, the
United States and other countries. All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.
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Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liabilities
All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of printing.
Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time
without notice. While information of this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy, no
guarantee is given for the completeness and correctness of the contents, including but not
limited to the product specifications, functions, and illustrations.
Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd. will not be liable for any direct, special, incidental,
indirect damages or any economic consequential damages (including lost profits).
IMPORTANT
Before operating or maintaining this unit, please read this manual carefully, paying extra
attention to the safety warnings and precautions.
For Services and Support:
www.otofixtech.com
(833) 686-1349 (OTO-1FIX) (North America)
0086-755-86147779 (China)
For technical assistance in all other markets, please contact your local selling agent.
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Safety Information
For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the device and
vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that the safety instructions presented
throughout this manual be read and understood by all persons operating or coming into
contact with the device.
There are various procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for servicing vehicles, as well
as in the skill of the person doing the work. Because of the vast number of test
applications and variations in the products that can be tested with this equipment, we
cannot possibly anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every
circumstance. It is the automotive technician's responsibility to be knowledgeable of the
system being tested. It is crucial to use proper service methods and test procedures. It
is essential to perform tests in an appropriate and acceptable manner that does not
endanger your safety, the safety of others in the work area, the device being used, or the
vehicle being tested.
Before using the device, always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable
test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested.
Use the device only as described in this manual. Read, understand, and follow all safety
messages and instructions in this manual.
Safety Messages
Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage.
All safety messages are introduced by a signal word indicating the hazard level.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Safety Instructions
The safety messages herein cover situations the company is aware of. Autel Intelligent
Technology Corp., Ltd. cannot know, evaluate or advise you as to all of the possible
hazards. You must be certain that any condition or service procedure encountered does
not jeopardize your personal safety.
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DANGER
When an engine is operating, keep the service area WELL VENTILATED or attach a
building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system. Engines produce carbon
monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas that causes slower reaction time and can lead to
serious personal injury or loss of life.
It is not advised to use headphones at a high volume
Listening at high volumes for long periods of time may result in loss of hearing.
Safety Warnings
Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.
Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards.
Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc., away from all moving or hot
engine parts.
Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated work area.
Put the transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL (for manual
transmission) and make sure the parking brake is engaged.
Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while
testing.
Be extra cautious when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires
and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is
running.
Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline, chemical, and electrical fires nearby.
Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the
engine is running.
Keep the test equipment dry, clean, and free from oil, water and grease. Use a mild
detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the equipment as necessary.
Do not drive the vehicle and operate the test equipment at the same time. Any
distraction may cause an accident.
Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced and adhere to all
diagnostic procedures and precautions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury
or damage to the test equipment.
To avoid damaging the test equipment or generating false data, make sure the
vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and
secure.
Do not place the test equipment on the distributor of the vehicle. Strong electro-
magnetic interference can damage the equipment.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ II
Safety Messages ........................................................................................................ ii
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................... II
Safety Warnings......................................................................................................... iii
1. USING THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................... 1
1.1 CONVENTIONS ..................................................................................................... 1
1.1.1 Bold Text ...................................................................................................... 1
1.1.2 Notes and Important Messages .................................................................... 1
1.1.3 Hyperlink ....................................................................................................... 2
1.1.4 Illustrations ................................................................................................... 2
1.1.5 Procedures ................................................................................................... 2
2. GENERAL INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 3
2.1 OTOFIX D1/D1 LITE TABLET ............................................................................... 3
2.1.1 Functional Description .................................................................................. 3
2.1.2 Power Sources ............................................................................................. 5
2.1.3 Technical Specifications ............................................................................... 5
2.2 V1 — VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE .......................................................... 6
2.2.1 Functional Description .................................................................................. 7
2.2.2 Power Sources ............................................................................................. 8
2.2.3 Technical Specifications ............................................................................... 8
2.3 OTHER ACCESSORIES........................................................................................... 9
3. GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................... 10
3.1 POWER UP ........................................................................................................ 10
3.1.1 Application Buttons ..................................................................................... 11
3.1.2 Locator and Navigation Buttons .................................................................. 12
3.1.3 System Status Icons ................................................................................... 13
3.2 POWER DOWN ................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Reboot System ................................................................................................ 13
4. DIAGNOSTICS ............................................................................................................. 14
4.1 ESTABLISH VEHICLE COMMUNICATION AND SELECTION .......................................... 14
4.1.1 Establish Vehicle Communication .............................................................. 14
4.1.2 Getting Started ........................................................................................... 16
4.1.3 Vehicle Identification ................................................................................... 17
4.2 DIAGNOSTICS SCREEN LAYOUT ........................................................................... 21
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4.3 AUTO SCAN ....................................................................................................... 22
4.4 CONTROL UNIT .................................................................................................. 26
4.4.1 Screen Messages ....................................................................................... 26
4.4.2 Making Selections ...................................................................................... 27
4.5 ECU INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 27
4.6 READ CODES ..................................................................................................... 28
4.7 ERASE CODES ................................................................................................... 29
4.8 LIVE DATA ......................................................................................................... 29
4.9 ACTIVE TEST ..................................................................................................... 36
4.10 GENERIC OBDII OPERATIONS ............................................................................. 37
4.10.1 General Procedure ..................................................................................... 37
4.10.2 Function Descriptions ................................................................................. 38
4.11 DIAGNOSTIC REPORT ......................................................................................... 41
4.11.1 Diagnostic Report PDF ............................................................................... 41
4.12 EXIT DIAGNOSTICS ............................................................................................. 44
5. SERVICE ...................................................................................................................... 45
5.1 OIL RESET SERVICE ........................................................................................... 45
5.2 ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) SERVICE .......................................................... 46
5.2.1 EPB Safety ................................................................................................. 46
5.3 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) SERVICE ...................................... 46
5.4 BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS) SERVICE ................................................ 46
5.5 DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER (DPF) SERVICE ............................................................ 47
5.6 IMMOBILIZER (IMMO) SERVICE ............................................................................ 48
5.7 STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (SAS) SERVICE .......................................................... 48
6. DATA MANAGER ......................................................................................................... 50
6.1 VEHICLE HISTORY .............................................................................................. 51
6.1.1 Historical Test Records ............................................................................... 52
6.2 WORKSHOP INFORMATION................................................................................... 53
6.3 CUSTOMER ........................................................................................................ 53
6.4 IMAGE ............................................................................................................... 54
6.5 PDF FILES ........................................................................................................ 56
6.6 REVIEW DATA .................................................................................................... 56
6.7 UNINSTALL APPS ................................................................................................ 57
6.8 DATA LOGGING .................................................................................................. 57
7. SETTINGS .................................................................................................................... 58
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7.1 OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................... 58
7.1.1 Unit ............................................................................................................. 58
7.1.2 Language .................................................................................................... 58
7.1.3 Print Settings .............................................................................................. 59
7.1.4 Notification Center ...................................................................................... 60
7.1.5 Auto Update ................................................................................................ 60
7.1.6 Vehicle List ................................................................................................. 61
7.1.7 System Settings .......................................................................................... 61
7.1.8 About .......................................................................................................... 61
8. UPDATE ....................................................................................................................... 62
9. VCI MANAGER ............................................................................................................. 64
9.1 VCI BT PAIRING ................................................................................................ 65
9.2 BAS BT PAIRING ............................................................................................... 66
9.3 VCI UPDATE ...................................................................................................... 66
9.4 BAS UPDATE .................................................................................................... 67
10. SUPPORT .................................................................................................................... 69
10.1 PRODUCT REGISTRATION .................................................................................... 69
10.2 SUPPORT SCREEN LAYOUT ................................................................................. 69
10.3 MY ACCOUNT .................................................................................................... 70
10.3.1 Personal Info .............................................................................................. 70
10.3.2 Update Info ................................................................................................. 70
10.3.3 Service Info ................................................................................................. 70
10.4 COMPLAINT ....................................................................................................... 71
10.4.1 Screen Layout ............................................................................................ 71
10.5 DATA LOGGING .................................................................................................. 72
10.6 TRAINING .......................................................................................................... 73
10.7 FAQ ................................................................................................................. 73
11. REMOTE DESKTOP .................................................................................................... 74
11.1 OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................... 74
12. QUICK LINK ................................................................................................................. 76
13. BATTERY TEST ........................................................................................................... 77
14. MAXIVIEWER ............................................................................................................... 78
15. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE .................................................................................. 79
15.1 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................. 79
15.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST ........................................................................... 79
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15.3 ABOUT BATTERY USAGE ..................................................................................... 80
15.4 SERVICE PROCEDURES ....................................................................................... 81
15.4.1 Technical Support ....................................................................................... 81
15.4.2 Repair Service ............................................................................................ 82
15.4.3 Other Services ............................................................................................ 82
16. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION .................................................................................... 84
17. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 86
17.1 12-MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................... 86
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1. Using This Manual
This manual contains device usage instructions.
Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional equipment
that are not included in your system.
1.1 Conventions
The following conventions are used.
1.1.1 Bold Text
Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options.
Example:
Tap OK.
1.1.2 Notes and Important Messages
Notes
A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips, and
comments.
Example:
NOTE
New batteries reach full capacity after approximately 3 to 5 charging and discharging
cycles.
Important
IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not avoided may result in damage to the tablet
or vehicle.
Example:
IMPORTANT
Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Replace damaged
cables immediately.
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1.1.3 Hyperlink
Hyperlinks or links that take you to other related articles, procedures, and illustrations
are available in electronic documents. Blue italic text indicates a selectable hyperlink and
blue underlined text indicates a website link or an email address link.
1.1.4 Illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are samples, and the actual testing screen may vary for
each vehicle being tested. Observe the menu titles and on-screen instructions to make
correct option selection.
1.1.5 Procedures
An arrow icon indicates a procedure.
Example:
To use the camera:
1. Tap the Camera button. The camera screen opens.
2. Focus the image to be captured in the view finder.
3. Tap the camera icon on the right side of the screen. The view finder now shows
the captured picture and auto-saves the taken photo.
4. Tap the thumbnail image on the top right corner of the screen to view the
stored image.
5. Tap the Back or Home button to exit the camera application.
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2. General Introduction
OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite is built to take your diagnostic experience to a whole new level,
supporting smart diagnosis for all available vehicle systems and featuring up to 26
service functions. As an advanced intelligent automotive diagnostic analyzer, the
OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite offers exceptional OE-level diagnosis and DTC analysis. Combined
with the OTOFIX cloud service, it provides you with one-stop solutions from diagnosis to
fix.
There are two main components to the OTOFIX diagnostic system:
OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite Tablet — the central processor and monitor for the system
V1 — Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI)
This manual describes the construction and operation of these devices and how they
work together to deliver diagnostic solutions.
2.1 OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite Tablet
2.1.1 Functional Description
Figure 2-1 Tablet Front View
1. 7-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen
2. Built-in Microphone
3. Power LED — refer to Table 2–1 Power LED Description for details
4. Ambient Light Sensor — detects ambient light brightness
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Table 2–1 Power LED Description
LED
Color
Description
Power
Green
Flashes green when the Tablet is charging.
Green
Lights green when the Tablet is fully charged.
Red
Flashes red when the Tablet encounters a problem.
Figure 2-2 Tablet Back View
5. Speaker
6. Camera
7. Camera Flash
Figure 2-3 Tablet Top Side
8. Charging Port/USB OTG Port
9. USB Port — this port cannot be used for charging
10. Micro SD Card Slot
11. Lock/Power Button — long press to power the tablet on and off, or short press to
lock the screen
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2.1.2 Power Sources
The tablet can receive power from any of the following sources:
Internal Battery Pack
AC/DC Power Supply
Vehicle Utility Power Port
IMPORTANT
Do not charge the battery when the temperature is lower than 0°C (32°F) or higher than
45°C (113°F).
Internal Battery Pack
The tablet can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery, which if fully charged
can provide sufficient power for about 8 hours of continuous operation.
AC/DC Power Supply
—
using power adapter
The tablet can be powered from an electrical outlet using the AC/DC power adapter. The
AC/DC power supply also charges the internal battery pack.
Vehicle Utility Power Port
The tablet can be powered from any utility power port on the test vehicle through a direct
cable connection. The vehicle power cable connects to the DC power supply port on the
top side of the tablet.
2.1.3 Technical Specifications
Table 2–2 Tablet Specifications
Item
Description
Recommended Use
Indoor
Operating System
Android 9
Processor
4x ARM Cortex-A35 processor (1.5 GHz)
Memory
64GB On-board Memory
Display
7-inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with 1280 x
800 Resolution
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
BT
USB TYPE C *2
TF Card (Support up to 32GB)
Camera
Rear: 8 Megapixel
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Item
Description
Sensors
Light Sensor for Brightness Auto Changing
Audio
Input / Output
Input: Microphone
Output: Speaker
Power and Battery
5800 mAh 3.85 V lithium-polymer battery
Charging via 5 V DC power supply
Input Voltage
5 V/2 A
Power
Consumption
700 mA (LCD on with default brightness, Wi-Fi on)
@3.85 V
Operating Temp.
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temp.
-10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Operating Humidity
5% - 95% non-condensing
Dimensions (WxHxD)
207 mm (8.15") x 144 mm (5.67") x 14.8 mm (0.58")
Weight
463 g (1.02 lb.)
Protocols
DoIP, PLC J2497, ISO-15765, SAE-J1939, ISO-
14229 UDS, SAE-J2411 Single Wire Can (GMLAN),
ISO-11898-2, ISO-11898-3, SAE-J2819 (TP20),
TP16, ISO-9141, ISO-14230, SAE-J2610 (Chrysler
SCI), UART Echo Byte, SAE-J2809 (Honda Diag-H),
SAE-J2740 (GM ALDL), SAE-J1567 (CCD BUS),
Ford UBP, Nissan DDL UART with Clock, BMW DS2,
BMW DS1, SAE J2819 (VAG KW81), KW82, SAE
J1708, SAE-J1850 PWM (Ford SCP), SAE-J1850
VPW (GM Class2)
2.2 V1 — Vehicle Communication Interface
The OTOFIX V1 is a small vehicle communication interface (VCI) used to connect to a
vehicle’s data link connector (DLC) and connect with the tablet via Bluetooth or USB
cable for vehicle data transmission.
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2.2.1 Functional Description
Figure 2-4 VCI Device
1. Lighting Push Button
2. Power LED — refer to Table 2–3 Power LED Description for details
3. Vehicle/Connection LED — refer to Table 2–4 Vehicle LED Description for details
4. Vehicle Data Connector (16-pin)
5. USB Port
Table 2–3 Power LED Description
LED
Color
Description
Power
Yellow
Lights solid yellow when the VCI is powered on and
performing self-check.
Green
Lights solid green when the VCI is ready for use.
Red
Flashes red when the firmware is upgrading.
Table 2–4 Vehicle LED Description
LED
Color
Description
Vehicle /
Connection
Green
Lights solid green when VCI is connected via USB
cable.
Flashes green when VCI is communicating via USB
cable.
Blue
Lights solid blue when VCI is connected via
Bluetooth.
Flashes blue when VCI is communicating via
Bluetooth.
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2.2.2 Power Sources
The VCI device can receive power from the following sources:
Vehicle Power
AC/DC Power Supply
Vehicle Power
The VCI device operates on 12/24 Volt vehicle power, which receives power via the
vehicle data connection port. The device powers on whenever it is connected to an
OBDII/EOBD compliant data link connector (DLC).
AC/DC Power Supply
The VCI device can be powered from a wall socket using the AC/DC power adapter.
2.2.3 Technical Specifications
Table 2–5 VCI Specifications
Item
Description
Communications
BLE + EDR
USB 2.0
Wireless Frequency
2.4 GHz
Input Voltage Range
6-36 VDC
Supply Current
150 mA @ 12 VDC
Operating Temp.
-10°C to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage Temp.
-40°C to 80°C (-40 to 176°F)
Dimensions (L x W x H)
89.89 mm (3.53”) x 46.78 mm (1.84”) x 21 mm
(0.82”)
Weight
70.7 g (0.156 lb.)
Built-in Battery
3.7V Lithium Battery
Light
White LED
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2.3 Other Accessories
USB Type C Cable (for charging)
AC/DC External Power Adapter
Together with the USB type C cable, connects the
tablet to the external DC power port for power supply.
USB to Ethernet Adapter
One of the necessary accessories that is used to
connect the Autel diagnostic tool and wired network to
support the remote expert function of the technician
side.
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3. Getting Started
Make sure the tablet has sufficient power or is connected to the external power supply
(see Power Sources on page 5).
NOTE
The images and illustrations depicted in this manual may differ slightly from the actual
ones.
3.1 Power Up
Long press the Lock/Power button on the top right side of the tablet to power on the unit.
The system boots up and displays the OTOFIX Job Menu or slide to the right to unlock:
Figure 3-1 Sample OTOFIX Job Menu
1. Application Buttons
2. Navigation Menu
3. Status Icons
NOTE
It is recommended to lock the screen when not in use to protect private information in the
system and conserve power.
Almost all operations on the tablet are controlled through the touchscreen. The
touchscreen navigation is menu driven allowing for quick access to test procedures, and
data, through a series of questions and options. Detailed descriptions of the menu
structures are found in the chapters for each application.
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3.1.1 Application Buttons
The table below briefly describes each of the applications in the OTOFIX system.
Table 3–1 Applications
Name
Button
Description
Diagnostics
Accesses diagnostics functions. See Diagnostics
on page 14.
Service
Accesses the Special Functions menu. See
Service on page 45.
Data Manager
Accesses saved workshop, consumer, and
vehicle data including detailed vehicle diagnostics
and test records. See Data Manager on page 50.
Settings
Accesses the System Settings menu. See
Settings on page 58.
Update
Accesses system software update menu. See
Update on page 62.
VCI Manager
Accesses VCI connection menu. See VCI
Manager on page 64.
Support
Synchronizes Autel's online service database with
the diagnostic tablet. See Support on page 69.
Remote
Desktop
Configures your unit to receive remote support
using the TeamViewer application. See Remote
Desktop on page 74.
Quick Link
Provides associated website bookmarks to allow
quick access to product update, service, support
and other information. See Quick Link on page 76.
Battery Test
Accesses Battery Test menu with four functions
including in-vehicle test, out-vehicle test, battery
change and battery reset. See Battery Test on
page 77.
MaxiViewer
Provides a quick search for supported functions
and/or vehicles. See MaxiViewer on page 78.
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3.1.2 Locator and Navigation Buttons
Operations of the Navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen are described in the
table below:
Table 3–2 Locator and Navigation Buttons
Name
Button
Description
Locator
Indicates the location of the screen. Swipe
screen left or right to view previous or next
screen.
Back
Returns to the previous screen.
Android Home
Returns to Android System's Home screen.
Recent Apps
Displays a list of currently running applications.
Tap an app icon to launch. Remove an app by
swiping it to the right.
Browser
Launches the Chrome Internet browser.
Camera
Tap icon to open camera viewfinder. Press and
hold icon to capture screenshots of display
screen. Saved files are auto-stored in the Data
Manager application for later review. See Data
Manager on page 50.
Display &
Sound
Adjusts the brightness of the screen and the
volume of the audio output.
VCI
Opens the VCI Manager application. A green
icon at the bottom bar indicates the VCI device
is connected, a red cross X icon will display if
connection fails.
BAS
Opens the VCI Manager application. A green
icon at the bottom bar indicates the Smart
Battery Tester is connected, a red cross X icon
will display if connection fails.
Diagnostics
Shortcut
Returns to the Diagnostics screen.
Service
Returns to the Service screen.
To use the camera
1. Tap the Camera button. The camera screen opens.
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2. Focus the image to be captured in the view finder.
3. Tap the camera icon on the right side of the screen. The view finder now shows
the captured picture and auto-saves the taken photo.
4. Tap the thumbnail image on the top right corner of the screen to view the stored
image.
5. Tap the Back or Home button to exit the camera application.
NOTE
After swiping the camera screen from left to right, the camera mode and video mode
can be toggled by tapping the blue camera icon or video icon.
Refer to Android documentation for additional information.
3.1.3 System Status Icons
Your diagnostic tablet is a fully functional Android tablet with the standard Android
operating system status icons. Refer to Android documentation for additional information.
3.2 Power Down
All vehicle communications should be terminated before shutting down the tablet. A
warning message displays if a shutdown is attempted while the tablet is communicating
with the vehicle. Forcing a shut down while the tablet is communicating with the vehicle
may lead to ECU errors on some vehicles. Please exit the Diagnostics application before
shutting off the tablet.
To power down the OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite tablet
1. Long press (press and hold) the Lock/Power Button.
2. Tap Power off option.
3. Tap OK, the tablet will turn off in a few seconds.
3.2.1 Reboot System
In case of system crash, long press the Lock/Power button and tap Restart to reboot the
system.
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4. Diagnostics
The Diagnostics application can access the electronic control module of multiple vehicle
control systems, including but not limited to the engine, transmission, antilock brake
system (ABS) and airbag system (SRS).
4.1 Establish Vehicle Communication and Selection
4.1.1 Establish Vehicle Communication
The Diagnostics operations require connecting the Diagnostic tablet to the test vehicle
through the OTOFIX V1. To establish proper vehicle communication to the tablet, you
need to perform the following steps:
1. Connect the OTOFIX V1 to the vehicle's DLC for both communication and power
source.
2. Connect the OTOFIX V1 to the tablet via BT pairing.
3. A green icon will display atop the VCI navigation button at the bottom bar on the
screen. If communication has been established, the OTOFIX tablet is ready to start
vehicle diagnosis.
4.1.1.1 Vehicle Connection
The tablet communicates with the vehicle via the BT connection provided by the OTOFIX
V1:
To connect the V1 to the test vehicle, simply insert the Vehicle Data Connector on the
V1 into the vehicle's DLC, which is generally located under the vehicle dashboard and
the V1 will be automatically powered on.
NOTE
The vehicle's DLC is not always located under the dashboard; refer to the user manual
of the test vehicle for additional connection information.
4.1.1.2 VCI Connection
After the V1 is properly connected to the vehicle, the Power LED on the VCI device lights
solid green, and is ready to establish communication with the OTOFIX D1/D1 Lite tablet.
BT Connection
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BT pairing is recommended as the first choice for the communication between the tablet
and the VCI device OTOFIX V1. In open areas, the working range for BT communication
is about 33 feet (about 10 m), enabling remote vehicle diagnostics.
To expedite multi-vehicle diagnostics, more than one VCI can be used in busy repair
shops enabling technicians to quickly pair via BT their diagnostic tablets to each VCI
separately and therefore eliminating the need to unplug the VCI from one vehicle and
then connect it to another each time a new vehicle comes in for repairs.
Refer to VCI BT Pairing on page 65 for additional information.
USB Cable Connection
The USB cable connection is a simple and stable way to establish communication
between the tablet and the VCI device. After properly connecting the USB cable from the
tablet to the V1 device, the VCI navigation button at the bottom bar of the screen displays
a green mark and the vehicle/connection LED on the V1 device lights solid green,
indicating the connection between the devices is successful.
The diagnostic platform is now ready to perform vehicle diagnosis.
NOTE
The supplied USB cable is used for charging, not for vehicle communication. Please
purchase a USB-C to USB-C cable separately if needed.
4.1.1.3 No Communication Message
A. If the tablet is unable to connect to the VCI, an “Error” message displays. An “Error”
message indicates the tablet is not communicating with the VCI device,
Troubleshoot the error by performing the following steps:
Ensure the VCI device is powered on.
When using the wireless connection, ensure the network is configured correctly
and the proper device has been connected.
If the tablet loses communication abruptly during diagnostics, ensure no objects
are causing signal interruption.
Ensure the VCI device is properly positioned with the VCI front side up.
Move the tablet closer to the VCI device. If using the wired connection, ensure
the cable is securely attached to the VCI.
Ensure the VCI communication mode is lit for the selected communication type,
BT, or USB.
B. If the VCI device is unable to establish a communication link, a message will display
troubleshooting instructions. Possible causes for the communication error include:
The VCI device is unable to establish a communication link with the vehicle.
A vehicle system has been selected for diagnoses that is not supported by the
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vehicle.
There is a loose connection.
There is a blown vehicle fuse.
The vehicle or the data case has a wiring fault.
There is a circuit fault in the data cable or adapter.
The vehicle identification is incorrectly entered.
4.1.2 Getting Started
Prior to first use of the Diagnostics application, ensure the VCI device is properly
connected to and is communicating with the tablet.
4.1.2.1 Vehicle Menu Layout
When the VCI device OTOFIX V1 is properly connected to the vehicle, and paired to the
tablet, the platform is ready to start vehicle diagnosis. Tap on the Diagnostics application
button on the OTOFIX Job Menu, and the Vehicle Menu displays on the screen.
Figure 4-1 Sample Vehicle Menu Screen
1. Top Toolbar Buttons
2. Manufacturer Buttons
Top Toolbar Buttons
The operations of the Toolbar buttons at the top of the screen are listed and described
in the table below:
Table 4–1 Top Toolbar Buttons
Name
Button
Description
Home
Returns to the OTOFIX Job Menu.
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Name
Button
Description
VID Scan
Tap this button to open a dropdown list; tap Auto
detect for auto VIN detection; tap Manual Input to
enter VIN code/license numbers manually. Tap Scan
VIN/License to scan the barcode/VIN code/license
plate numbers by camera.
All
Displays all the vehicle makes in the vehicle menu.
Favorites
Displays user-selected favorite vehicle makes.
History
Displays the stored test vehicle history records. This
option provides direct access to the previously tested
vehicle recorded during previous test. See Vehicle
History on page 51.
USA
Displays the USA vehicle menu.
European
Displays the European vehicle menu.
Asia
Displays the Asian vehicle menu.
Search
Tap inside the search field to display the virtual
keyboard and input the vehicle manufacturer to test.
Cancel
Tap this button to exit the search screen or to cancel
an operation.
Vehicle Manufacturer Buttons
The Manufacturer buttons display the various vehicle brand names. Select the
manufacturer button after the VCI device is properly connected to the test vehicle to start
a diagnostic session.
4.1.3 Vehicle Identification
The OTOFIX diagnostic system supports five methods of Vehicle Identification.
1. Auto VIN Scan
2. Manual Input
3. Scan VIN/License
4. Manual Vehicle Selection
5. OBDII Direct Entry
4.1.3.1 Auto VIN Scan
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The OTOFIX diagnostic system features the latest VIN-based Auto VIN Scan function to
identify CAN vehicles with just one tap, enabling the technician to quickly identify the
exact vehicle and scan its available systems for fault codes.
To perform Auto VIN Scan
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button from the OTOFIX Job Menu. The
Vehicle Menu displays.
2. Tap the VID Scan button on the top toolbar.
3. Select Auto detect. The tablet starts VIN scanning on the vehicle's ECU. Once
the test vehicle is successfully identified, the system will guide you to the Vehicle
Diagnostics screen.
Figure 4-2 Sample Auto Detect Screen
Depending on the vehicle, the Auto VIN function is still available after a vehicle brand is
selected. Select Automatic selection and the system will acquire VIN information
automatically or allow users to input the VIN manually.
Figure 4-3 Sample Vehicle Selection Screen
4.1.3.2 Manual Input
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For vehicles that do not support the Auto VIN Scan function, the OTOFIX diagnostic
system allows you to enter the vehicle VIN or license numbers manually, or simply take
a photo of the VIN sticker for quick vehicle identification.
To perform Manual Input
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button from the OTOFIX Job Menu. The
Vehicle Menu displays.
2. Tap the VID Scan button on the top toolbar.
3. Select Manual input.
4. Tap the input box and enter the correct VIN code or license numbers.
Figure 4-4 Sample Manual VIN Input
5. Tap OK. The vehicle will be identified and matched to the vehicle database and
the Vehicle Diagnostics screen will display.
6. Tap the cross icon on the top right corner to exit Manual Input.
4.1.3.3 Scan VIN
Tap Scan VIN in the dropdown list (Figure 4-2), the camera will be opened. On the right
side of the screen, from top to bottom, three options are available: Scan Bar Code, Scan
VIN, and Scan License.
Note
The license plate recognition method is supported in some countries and areas. Please
manual input the license numbers if it is not available.
Select one of three options and position the tablet to align the VIN or license numbers
within the scanning window, the result displays in the Recognition Result dialog box after
scanned. Tap OK to confirm the result, and then the vehicle information confirmation
screen will display on the tablet. If all the vehicle information is correct, tap the icon in the
middle of the screen to confirm the VIN of the vehicle being tested, tap OK to continue.
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Figure 4-5 Sample Scan VIN Code 1
If the VIN/License numbers can't be scanned, please manually input the VIN/License
numbers after tapping the pen-shaped icon. Tap OK to continue. Manually input the
license numbers and select a vehicle brand in the vehicle information confirmation screen.
Tap the Diagnostics icon in the middle of the screen to confirm the VIN of the vehicle
being tested, tap OK to continue.
Figure 4-6 Sample Scan VIN Code 2
4.1.3.4 Manual Vehicle Selection
When the vehicle's VIN is not automatically retrievable through the vehicle's ECU, or the
specific VIN is unknown, you can select the vehicle manually.
Step-by-step Vehicle Selection
This mode of vehicle selection is menu driven. Select Manufacturer icon on the Vehicle
Menu screen and the ‘Select diagnostic type' screen displays, then tap Manual
Selection button. Select the vehicle information (e.g., brand, model, capacity, engine
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type, and model year). Each selection advances you to the next screen. The Esc button
will bring you back to the previous screen.
Figure 4-7 Sample Manual Vehicle Selection Screen
4.1.3.5 Alternative Vehicle Identification
Occasionally, the tablet may not be able to identify a vehicle. For these vehicles, the user
may perform a generic OBDII or EOBD diagnostic. See Generic OBDII Operations on
page 37 for additional information.
4.2 Diagnostics Screen Layout
After the vehicle information is selected. Tap the Yes button at the bottom right corner of
the screen (See Figure 4-8) to open the Diagnostic menu page. This section consists of
various functions commonly used, including Auto Scan, Control Unit, and more. The
available functions displayed vary by vehicle.
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Figure 4-8 Sample Vehicle Information Confirmation Screen
Figure 4-9 Sample Diagnostic Menu Screen
4.3 Auto Scan
The Auto Scan function performs a comprehensive scanning of all the systems in the
vehicle ECU to locate faults and retrieve DTCs.
To perform an Auto Scan
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button on the OTOFIX Job Menu. Choose the
corresponding vehicle information and enter the vehicle diagnostic page.
2. Select Auto Scan on the Main menu to enter the diagnostic interface.
3. The vehicle system modules will be automatically scanned.
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Figure 4-10 Sample Auto Scan Operation Screen
1. Diagnostics Toolbar
2. Status Information Bar
3. Main Section
4. Functional Buttons
Diagnostics Toolbar
The Diagnostics Toolbar contains buttons that allow you to print or save the displayed
data and perform other operations. The table below provides a brief description for the
operations of the Diagnostics toolbar buttons:
Table 4–2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons
Name
Button
Description
Home
Returns to the OTOFIX Job Menu.
Vehicle
Swap
Exits the diagnostic session and returns to the
vehicle menu screen to select another vehicle for
testing.
Settings
Opens the Settings screen. See Settings on page
58.
Print
Saves and prints a copy of the displayed data. See
Print Settings on page 59.
Help
Provides instructions or tips for operations of various
diagnostic functions.
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Name
Button
Description
Save
Provides two ways to save data:
Tap Save This Page to take a screenshot
image
Tap Save All Data to save a PDF file (used this
save option when data displays on multiple
screens)
These files are stored in Data Manager application
for later reviews. See Data Manager on page 50.
Data
Logging
Use this function when encountering an error while
testing or diagnosing a vehicle. This function will
record communication data and ECU information of
the test vehicle and send it to Autel technical staff to
review and provide a solution.
Go to the Support application to follow up the
processing progress. See Data Logging on page 72.
To print data in Diagnostics
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The Print
button on the diagnostic toolbar is available throughout the Diagnostics
operations.
2. Tap Print and a drop-down menu displays.
a) Print This Page — prints a screenshot copy of the current screen.
b) Print All Data — prints a PDF copy of all displayed data.
3. A temporary file will be created and sent via the computer to the printer.
4. When the file is sent, a confirmation message displays.
NOTE
Make sure the tablet and the printer are connected successfully before printing.
To submit Data Logging reports in Diagnostics
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button from the OTOFIX Job Menu. The Data
Logging button on the diagnostic toolbar is available throughout the whole
Diagnostics operations.
2. Tap the Data Logging button to display the error options. Select a specific error,
and a submission form will display to let you fill in the report information.
3. Tap the Send button in the upper right corner of the screen to submit the report
form via the Internet, and a confirmation message displays when sent
successfully.
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Status Information Bar
The Status Information Bar at the top of the Main Section displays the following items:
1. VCI Icon — indicates the communication status between the tablet and the VCI
device.
2. Battery Icon — indicates the battery status of the vehicle.
Main Section
The Main Section varies depending on the stage of operations which shows vehicle
identification selections, the main menu, test data, messages, instructions and other
diagnostic information.
Column 1 — displays the system numbers.
Column 2 — displays the scanned systems.
Column 3 — displays the scan results.
-!-: Indicates that the scanned system may not support the code reading
function, or there is a communication error between the tester and the control
system.
-?-: Indicates that the vehicle control system has been detected, but the tester
cannot access it.
Fault | #: Indicates there is/are detected fault code(s) present; “#” indicates the
quantity of detected faults.
Pass | No Fault: Indicates the system was scanned and no faults were detected.
Not Scanned: Indicates the system has not been scanned.
No Response: Indicates the system has not received a response.
Column 4 — to perform further diagnosis or testing on a specific system item, tap the
arrow button to the right of that item. A Function Menu screen will display.
Functional Buttons
The table below provides a brief description of the Functional Buttons' operations:
Table 4–3 Functional Buttons in Diagnostics Screen
Name
Description
Report
Displays the diagnostic data in the report form.
Quick erase
Deletes codes. A warning message screen will display to
inform you of possible data loss when this function is selected.
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Name
Description
OK
Confirms the test result. Continues to the system diagnosis
after required system is selected by tapping the item in the
Main Section.
Pause
Temporarily pauses scanning process.
ESC
Returns to the previous screen or exits Auto Scan.
4.4 Control Unit
This option allows you to manually locate a required control system for testing through a
series of choices. Simply follow the menu driven procedure, and make proper selection
each time; the application will guide you to the diagnostic function menu after a few
choices you've made.
Figure 4-11 Sample Function Menu Screen
Available functions may vary slightly by vehicle. The function menu may include:
ECU information — displays detailed ECU information.
Read Codes — displays detailed DTC information retrieved from vehicle control
module.
Erase Codes — erases DTC records and other data from vehicle's ECU
Live data — retrieves and displays live data and parameters from vehicle's ECU.
4.4.1 Screen Messages
Messages display when additional input is needed before proceeding. There are three
main types of on-screen messages: Confirmation, Warning, and Error.
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Confirmation Messages
These usually display as an “Information” screen, when you are about to perform an
action that cannot be reversed or when an action has been initiated and your confirmation
is needed to continue.
When a user-response is not required, the message displays briefly.
Warning Messages
These display when completing the selected action may result in an irreversible change
or loss of data. An example of this message is the “Erase Codes” message.
Error Messages
These display when a systemic or procedural error has occurred. Possible errors include
cable disconnection and communication interruption.
4.4.2 Making Selections
The Diagnostics application is a menu-driven program that presents a series of options
one at a time. As you select from a menu, the next menu in the series displays. Each
selection narrows the focus and leads to the desired test. Use your fingertip to make
menu selections.
4.5 ECU Information
This function retrieves and displays the specific information for the tested control unit,
including unit type and version numbers.
Figure 4-12 Sample ECU Information Screen
1. Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons — see Table 4–2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page
23 for detailed descriptions of the operations of each button.
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2. Status Information Bar
3. Main Section — the left column displays the item names; the right column displays
the specifications or descriptions.
4. Functional Button — in this case, only an ESC button is available; tap it to exit after
viewing.
4.6 Read Codes
This function retrieves and displays the DTCs from the vehicle control system. The Read
Codes screen varies for each vehicle being tested. For some vehicles, freeze frame data
can also be retrieved for viewing. A sample Read Codes screen displays as below:
Figure 4-13 Sample Read Codes Screen
1. Diagnostics Toolbar – see Table 4–2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 23 for details.
2. Status Information Bar
3. Main Section
Column 1 — displays the retrieved codes from the vehicle.
Column 2 — indicates the status of the retrieved codes.
Column 3 — provides detailed descriptions for the retrieved codes.
Column 4 — only displays when Freeze Frame data is available for viewing.
Selecting this icon will display a data screen, which looks and behaves similar to
the Read Codes screen.
4. Functional Buttons
DTC Guide — tap to view fault code information, including fault description,
condition for fault identification and driver information.
Freeze Frame — icon displays when freeze frame data is available for viewing.
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Tap icon to display data screen. The Freeze Frame interface is similar to that of the
Read Codes interface and shares similar operations.
Search — tap to search the selected DTC for additional information on the Internet.
ESC — tap it to return to the previous screen or exit the function.
4.7 Erase Codes
After reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and certain repairs have been made,
you can erase the codes from the vehicle using this function. Before performing this
function, make sure the vehicle's ignition key is in the ON (RUN) position with the engine
off.
To erase codes
1. Tap Erase Codes in the Function Menu.
2. A warning message displays to inform you of data loss when this function is
applied.
a) Tap Yes to continue. A confirming screen displays when the operation is
successfully done.
b) Tap No to exit.
3. Tap ESC on the confirming screen to exit Erase Codes.
4. Check the Read Codes function again to ensure the operation is successful.
4.8 Live Data
When this function is selected, the screen displays the data list for the selected module.
The parameters display in the order that they are transmitted by the ECU, so expect
variation among vehicles.
Gesture scrolling allows you to quickly move through the data list. Touch the screen and
drag your finger up or down to reposition the parameters being displayed if the data
occupies more than one screen. The figure below displays a typical Live Data screen:
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Figure 4-14 Sample Live Data Screen
1. Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons — Tap the parallel icon at the top of the screen to
display diagnostics toolbar buttons. See Table 4–2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on
page 23 for detailed descriptions of the operations for each button.
2. Main Section
Name Column — displays the parameters.
a) Check Box — tap the check box to the left of a parameter to select the item. Tap
the check box again to deselect it.
b) Drop-down Button — tap the drop-down button on the right side of the parameter
to open a submenu, which provides optional modes that display the data.
Value Column — displays the values of the parameters.
Unit Column — displays the unit for the parameter values.
To change the Unit mode, tap the Setting button in the top toolbar and select a
required mode. See Unit on page 58.
Display Mode
There are four types of display modes available for data viewing, allowing you to view
various types of parameters in the mode best suited to represent the data.
Tap the drop-down button on the right side of the parameter name to open a submenu.
A total of 7 buttons will be displayed: The 4 buttons to the left represent different data
display modes, plus one Information button, active when additional information is
available, and one Unit Change button, for switching the unit of displayed data, and one
Trigger button, tap to open the "Trigger Setting" window.
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Figure 4-15 Sample Display Mode Screen
Each parameter item displays the selected mode independently.
Analog Gauge Mode — displays the parameters in gauge charts.
Text Mode — the default mode that displays the parameters as a text list.
NOTE
Status parameters, such as a switch reading like ON, OFF, TRUE, and FALSE can only
be displayed in Text Mode. Value parameters, such as a sensor reading, can be
displayed in both text and graph mode.
Waveform Graph Mode — displays the parameters in waveform graphs.
In this mode, five control buttons will display on the right side of the parameter item,
allowing you to manipulate the display status.
Figure 4-16 Sample Waveform Graph Mode Screen
1. Settings Button (SetY) — Sets the minimum and maximum value of the Y axis.
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2. Scale Button — changes the scale values.
There are two scale buttons, displayed above the waveform graph to the right side, which
can be used to change the scale values of the X axis and Y axis of the graph. There are
four scales available for the X axis: x1, x2, x4 and x8. There are three scales available
for the Y axis: x1, x2, and x4.
3. Edit Button — edits the waveform color and the line thickness.
4. Zoom-in Button — tap once to display the selected data graph in full screen.
5. Exit Button — tap to exit the waveform graph mode.
Full Screen Display — this option is only available in the waveform graph mode, and
mostly used in Graph Merge status for data comparison. There are four control buttons
available on the top right side of the screen under this mode.
Scale Button — tap to change the scale values below the waveform graph. There
are four scales available for the X axis: x1, x2, x4 and x8. There are three scales
available for the Y axis: x1, x2, and x4.
Edit Button — tap to open an edit window, in which you can set the waveform
color and the line thickness displayed for the selected parameter item.
Zoom-out Button — tap to exit full screen display.
Exit Button — tap to exit the waveform graph mode.
To edit the waveform color and line thickness in a data graph
1. Select parameter items to display in Waveform Graph mode.
2. Tap the Edit Button, and an edit window displays.
Figure 4-17 Sample Waveform Edit Screen
3. The parameter item is selected automatically in the left column.
4. Select a color from the second column.
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5. Select a line thickness from the right column.
6. Tap Done to save the setting and exit, or tap Cancel to exit without saving.
NOTE
In full screen display, please edit the waveform color and line thickness by tapping the
Edit Button on the top right side of the screen.
Digital Gauge Mode — displays the parameters in the form of a digital gauge graph.
Trigger Settings
On the trigger setting screen, you can set a standard range by filling in a Minimum value
and a Maximum value. When exceeding this range, the trigger function will be executed
and the device will automatically record and save the generated data. You can check the
saved live data by tapping the "Review" button at the bottom of the screen.
Tap the drop-down button on the right side of the parameter name to open a submenu.
The Trigger button is the last one in the submenu. Tap to display the trigger setting
window.
Figure 4-18 Sample Trigger Setting Screen
Two buttons and two input boxes are available in the Trigger Setting window.
a) Trigger On — switches the trigger on and off. The trigger is ON by default.
b) Buzzer Alarm — switches the alarm on and off. The alarm function makes a
beep sound as an alert when the data reading reaches the preset minimum or
maximum point. The buzzer alarm will only sound at the first trigger.
c) MIN — tap this input box to display a virtual keyboard to enter the required
lower limit value.
d) MAX — tap this input box to display a virtual keyboard to enter the required
upper limit value.
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To set a trigger
1. Tap the drop-down button on the right side of the parameter name to open a
submenu.
2. Tap the Trigger button on the right side of the submenu to open the trigger
settings window.
3. Tap the MIN input box, and enter the required minimum value.
4. Tap the MAX input box, and enter the required maximum value.
5. Tap OK to save the setting and return to the Live Data screen; or tap Cancel to
exit without saving.
When the trigger is successfully set, a trigger mark displays in front of the parameter
name. The mark is gray when it is not triggered, and displays orange when triggered.
Moreover, two horizontal lines display on each of the data graphs (when Waveform
Graph Mode is applied) to indicate the alarm point. The limit lines are shown in different
colors to differentiate them from the parameter waveforms.
3. Functional Buttons
The operations of all available functional buttons on the Live Data screen are described
below:
Cancel All — Tap this button to cancel all selected parameter items. Up to 50
parameters can be selected at one time.
Show Selected/Show All — tap this button to switch between the two options. One
displays the selected parameter items, the other displays all the available items.
Graph Merge — tap this button to merge selected data graphs (for Waveform Graph
Mode only). This function is very useful when comparing different parameters.
NOTE
This mode supports Graph Merge of 2 to 5 parameters that can be represented digitally.
Non-digital parameters are not supported.
To merge selected data graphs
1) Select parameter items to be merged.
2) Tap the Graph Merge button at the bottom of the Live Data screen.
a) This mode only supports parameters that can be represented digitally. If
non-digital parameters are selected, a message will display advising the
user that the selected parameters are not supported in this mode and to
select 2 to 5 digital parameters. Tap Got It button to return to the previous
screen and select supported parameters.
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b) If parameters are selected that are not supported in this mode, a
message will display advising the user to selected only parameters that
are supported. A message will also display if more than 5 parameters
have been selected. Please select 2 to 5 of the supported parameters
and tap OK button to merge.
3) Tap the Cancel Merging button at the bottom of the Live Data screen to
cancel merging.
To Top — moves a selected data item to the top of the list.
Setting — tap to set recording duration: From 5 seconds to 60 minutes.
To set live data record duration
1. Tap Settings button at the bottom of the Live Data screen.
2. Tap the > button to the right of Recording time after trigger bar and select a
time length.
3. Tap OK to save the setting and return to the Live Data Settings screen; or tap
the X button at the upper right corner to exit without saving.
4. Tap Done at the upper right corner of the Live Data Settings screen to confirm
and save the setting, and return to the Live Data screen; or tap Cancel to exit
without saving.
Clear Data — tap to clear all cached live data.
Freeze — displays the retrieved data in freeze mode.
Resume — tap to exit the freeze data mode and return to normal data display.
Previous Frame — moves to the previous frame of frozen data.
Play/Pause — tap to play/pause the frozen data.
Next Frame — moves to the next frame of frozen data.
Record — starts recording the live data of the selected data items. Tap the Record
button at the bottom of the Live Data screen. A message will display prompting user
to select parameters to record. Tap Got It button to confirm. Scroll down and select
data to record. Tap the Record button to start recording. Tap Resume button to stop
recording. The recorded live data can be viewed in the Review section at the bottom
of the Live Data screen. The recorded data can also be reviewed in the Data
Manager application.
Resume — Tap to stop data recording and to return to normal data display.
Flag — displays when the Record function is applied. Tap to set flags to note
points of interest when recording data. Notes can be added during playback in
Review or Data Manager. Select the preset flag to open a popup window and
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display virtual keyboard to input notes.
Review — reviews recorded data. Tap to display a recording list, and select one
item to review.
NOTE
Only the data recorded during the current operation can be reviewed on the Live Data
screen. All the historical recorded data can be reviewed in "Review Data" in the Data
Manager application.
Graph Merge — merges selected data graphs.
Show Selected — displays the selected parameter items.
Previous Frame — switches to the previous frame of recorded data.
Play/Pause — tap to play/pause recorded data.
Next Frame — switches to the next frame of recorded data.
Back — exits the Review Screen, and returns to the Live Data screen.
Back — returns to the previous screen or exits the function.
4.9 Active Test
The Active Test function is used to access vehicle-specific subsystem and component
tests. Available tests vary by vehicle.
NOTE
The Active Test function is available for OTOFIX D1 only.
During an active test, the tablet sends commands to the ECU to activate the actuators.
This test determines the integrity of the system or part by reading ECU data, or by
monitoring the operation of the actuators. Such tests may include switching a solenoid,
relay, or switch, between two operating states.
Selecting Active Test displays a menu of test options. Available tests vary by vehicle.
Select test from menu option. Follow the instructions displayed on screen to complete
test. Procedures and instructions vary by vehicle.
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Figure 4-19 Sample Active Test Screen 2
The functional buttons in the lower right corner of the Active Test screen manipulate the
test signals. The operational instructions are displayed in the main section of the test
screen. Follow the on-screen instructions and make appropriate selections to complete
the tests.
Tap the ESC functional button to exit the test when finished.
4.10 Generic OBDII Operations
The OBDII/EOBD vehicle diagnosis offers a quick way to check for DTCs, isolate the
cause of a dashboard illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), check monitor status
prior to emissions certification testing, verify repairs, and perform other emissions-related
services. The OBDII direct access option is also used for testing OBDII/EOBD-compliant
vehicles that are not included in the Diagnostics database. Diagnostics toolbar buttons
at the top of the screen are available for specific vehicle diagnostics. See Table 4–2
Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 23 for details.
4.10.1 General Procedure
To access the OBDII/EOBD diagnostics functions
1. Tap the Diagnostics application button in the OTOFIX Job Menu. The Vehicle
Menu displays.
2. Tap the EOBD button. There are two options to establish communication with
the vehicle.
Auto Scan — select to establish communication using each protocol in
order to determine which one the vehicle is using.
Protocol — select to open a submenu of various protocols. A
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communication protocol is a standardized way of data communication
between an ECM and a diagnostic tool. Global OBD may use several
different communication protocols.
3. Select a specific protocol if the Protocol option is selected. Wait for the OBDII
Diagnostic Menu to appear.
Figure 4-20 Sample OBDII Diagnostic Menu
4. Select a function option to continue.
DTC & FFD
I/M Readiness
Live Data
O2 Sensor Monitor
On-Board Monitor
Component Test
Vehicle Information
Vehicle Status
NOTE
Supported functions may vary by vehicle.
4.10.2 Function Descriptions
This section describes the various functions of each diagnostic option:
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4.11.2.1 DTC & FFD
When this function is selected, the screen displays a list of Stored Codes and Pending
Codes. When the Freeze Frame data of certain DTCs are available for viewing, a
snowflake button will display on the right side of the DTC item. The Erase Codes function
can be applied by tapping the functional button at the bottom of the screen.
Figure 4-21 Sample DTC & FFD Screen
Current Codes
Current codes are emission-related DTCs from the ECU of the vehicle. OBDII/EOBD
Codes have a priority according to their emission severity, with higher-priority codes
overwriting lower-priority ones. The priority of the code determines the illumination
of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and the codes erase procedure.
Manufacturers rank codes differently so expect display to vary by vehicle.
Pending Codes
These are codes whose storing conditions have been met during the last drive cycle,
but need to be met on two or more consecutive drive cycles before the DTC is stored.
The purpose of displaying pending codes is to assist the service technician after a
vehicle repair when diagnostic information is cleared, by reporting test results after
a single driving cycle.
a) If a test fails during the driving cycle, the DTC associated is reported. If the
pending fault does not occur again within 40 to 80 warm-up cycles, the fault is
automatically cleared from memory.
b) Test results reported do not necessarily indicate a faulty component or system.
If test results indicate another failure after additional driving, a DTC is stored to
indicate a faulty component or system.
Freeze Frame
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In most cases the stored frame is the last DTC reported. Certain DTCs, those that
have a greater impact on vehicle emission, have a higher priority. In these cases,
DTC of the highest priority is the one for which the freeze frame records are retained.
Freeze frame data includes a “snapshot” of critical parameter values at the time the
DTC is stored.
Erase Codes
This option is used to clear all emission-related diagnostic data including DTCs,
freeze frame data and specific manufacturer-enhanced data from the vehicle ECU.
This option resets the I/M Readiness Monitor Status for all vehicle monitors to Not
Ready or Not Complete status.
A confirmation screen displays when the clear codes option is selected to prevent
accidental loss of data. Select Yes on the confirmation screen to continue, or No to
exit.
4.11.2.2 I/M Readiness
This function is used to check the readiness of the monitoring system. It is an excellent
function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions
compliance. Selecting I/M Readiness opens a submenu with two choices:
Since DTCs Cleared — displays the status of monitors since the last time the DTCs
were erased.
This Driving Cycle — displays the status of monitors since the beginning of the
current drive cycle.
4.11.2.3 Live Data
This function enables the display of real-time PID data from the ECU. Displayed data
includes analog and digital input and output, and system status information broadcast in
the vehicle data stream.
Live data can be displayed in various modes, see Live Data on page 29 for detailed
information.
4.11.2.4 O2 Sensor Monitor
This function allows retrieval and review of recent O2 sensor monitor test results stored
on the vehicle's on-board computer.
The O2 Sensor Monitor test function is not supported by vehicles that communicate using
a controller area network (CAN). For O2 Sensor Monitor tests results of CAN-equipped
vehicles, refer to On-Board Monitor.
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4.11.2.5 On-Board Monitor
This function allows you to view the results of On-Board Monitor tests. The tests are
useful after the service when a vehicle's control module memory is already erased.
4.11.2.6 Component Test
This function enables dual-directional control of the ECU so that the diagnostic tool can
transmit control commands to operate the vehicle systems. This function is useful in
determining how well the ECU responds to a command.
4.11.2.7 Vehicle Information
This function enables the display of the vehicle identification number (VIN), calibration
identification number, Calibration Verification Number (CVN), and other test vehicle
information.
4.11.2.8 Vehicle Status
This function checks the current condition of the vehicle, such as the communication
protocols of OBDII modules, number of fault codes, and status of the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL).
4.11 Diagnostic Report
4.11.1 Diagnostic Report PDF
The diagnostic report can be reviewed, saved, and printed in multiple applications of the
OTOFIX diagnostic platform.
a) Via the History function:
Enter the Diagnosis main page, and tap History in the Top Toolbar.
Figure 4-22 Sample History Screen
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Select a history record and tap the ellipsis button in the upper right corner
to view the PDF document, print, email or delete the historical test.
Figure 4-23 Sample Historical Test Screen
b) Via the Auto Scan function:
Tap Auto Scan at the Diagnostic Menu screen to automatically scan the vehicle
systems.
Figure 4-24 Sample Auto Scan Screen 1
When the system scan is completed, tap Report at the bottom of the screen.
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Figure 4-25 Sample Auto Scan Screen 2
Tap the button in the Diagnostics Toolbar, and select Save all data to save
the PDF document or select Save this page to save the screenshot of the
current page.
Figure 4-26 Sample Auto Scan Screen 3
c) Via the buttons on the Navigation Bar:
The diagnostic report can also be viewed from the Auto Scan, Read Codes, Live
Data, and Active Te st Screens. Tap the button in the Diagnostics Toolbar,
and select Save all data to save a PDF document or select Save this page to
save a screenshot of the current page.
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Figure 4-27 Sample Read Codes Screen
4.12 Exit Diagnostics
The Diagnostics application operates while communication with the vehicle is still active.
It is important to properly exit from the diagnostics operation interface to stop all
communications with the vehicle before closing the Diagnostics application.
NOTE
Damage to the vehicle electronic control module (ECM) may occur if communication is
disrupted. Ensure all forms of communication links such as data cable, USB cable, and
wireless or wired network, are properly connected throughout the test. Exit all interfaces
before disconnecting the test cable and power supply.
To exit the Diagnostics application
1. On an active diagnostic screen, tap the Back or ESC functional button to exit a
diagnostic session;
Or
2. Tap the Vehicle Swap button in the diagnostics toolbar to return to the Vehicle
Menu screen.
3. On the Vehicle Menu screen, tap the Home button in the top toolbar; or tap the
Back button on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. Or
4. Tap the Home button on the diagnostics toolbar to exit the application directly
and return to the OTOFIX Job Menu.
Now, the Diagnostics application is no longer communicating with the vehicle and it is
safe to open other OTOFIX applications, or exit the OTOFIX Diagnostic System and
return to the Android system's Home screen.
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5. Service
The Service section is specially designed to provide quick access to the vehicle systems
for various scheduled service and maintenance tasks. The typical service operation
screen is a series of menu driven executive commands. Follow on-screen instructions to
select appropriate execution options, enter correct values or data, and perform
necessary actions. The application will display detailed instructions to complete selected
service operations.
After entering each special function, the screen will display two application choices:
Diagnosis and Hot Functions. The Diagnosis enables the reading and clearing of
codes which is sometimes necessary after completing certain special functions. Hot
Functions consists of sub functions of the selected special function.
Figure 5-1 Sample Service Menu
In this chapter, we will discuss several of the most commonly used services.
5.1 Oil Reset Service
This function performs a reset of the Engine Oil Life system, which calculates the optimal
oil life change interval depending on the vehicle driving conditions and climate. The Oil
Life Reminder must be reset each time the oil is changed, so the system can calculate
when the next oil change is required.
NOTE
1. Always reset the engine oil life to 100% after every oil change.
2. All required work must be carried out before the service indicators are reset. Failure
to do so may result in incorrect service values and cause DTCs to be stored by the
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relevant control module.
3. For some vehicles, the scan tool can reset additional service lights such as the
maintenance cycle and service interval. On BMW vehicles for example, service
resets include engine oil, spark plugs, front/rear brakes, coolant, particle filter, brake
fluid, micro filter, vehicle inspection, exhaust emission inspection and vehicle checks.
5.2 Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Service
This function has a multitude of ways to maintain the electronic braking system safely
and effectively. The applications include deactivating and activating the brake control
system, assisting with brake fluid control, opening and closing brake pads, and setting
brakes after disc or pad replacement.
5.2.1 EPB Safety
It can be dangerous to perform EPB system maintenance, so before you begin the
service work, please keep these rules in mind.
Ensure that you are fully familiar with the braking system and its operation before
commencing any work.
The EPB control system may be required to be deactivated before carrying out any
maintenance/diagnostic work on the brake system. This can be done from the tool
menu.
Only perform maintenance work when the vehicle is stationary and on level ground.
Ensure that the EPB control system is reactivated after the maintenance work has
been completed.
NOTE
Autel accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from the maintenance of
the EPB system.
5.3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Service
This function allows you to quickly look up the tire sensor IDs from the vehicle's ECU, as
well as to perform TPMS replacement and reset procedures after tire sensors are
replaced.
5.4 Battery Management System (BMS) Service
The BMS allows the tool to evaluate the battery charge state, monitor the close-circuit
current, register the battery replacement, activate the rest state of the vehicle, and charge
the battery via the diagnostic socket.
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NOTE
1. This function is not supported by all vehicles.
2. The sub functions and actual test screens of the BMS may vary by vehicle. Please
follow the on-screen instructions to make correct option selection.
The vehicle may use either a sealed lead-acid battery or an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM)
battery. Lead acid battery contains liquid sulphuric acid and can spill when overturned.
AGM battery (known as VRLA battery, valve regulated lead acid) also contains sulphuric
acid, but the acid is contained in glass mats between terminal plates.
It is recommended that the replacement aftermarket battery has the same specifications,
such as capacity and type, as the exiting battery. If the original battery is replaced with a
different type of battery (e.g. a lead-acid battery is replaced with an AGM battery) or a
battery with a different capacity (mAh), the vehicle may require reprogramming of the
new battery type, in addition to, performing the battery reset. Consult the vehicle manual
for additional vehicle-specific information.
5.5 Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) Service
The DPF function manages DPF regeneration, DPF component replacement teach-in
and DPF teach-in after replacing the engine control unit.
The ECM monitors driving style and selects a suitable time to employ regeneration. Cars
driven a lot at idling speed and low load will attempt to regenerate earlier than cars driven
more with higher load and speed. In order for regeneration to take place, a prolonged
high exhaust temperature must be obtained.
In the event of the car being driven in such a way that regeneration is not possible, i.e.,
frequent short journeys, a DTC will eventually be registered in addition to the DPF light
and “Check Engine” indicators displaying. A service regeneration can be requested in
the workshop using the diagnostic tool.
Before performing a forced DPF regeneration using the tool, check the following items:
The fuel light is not on.
No DPF-relevant faults are stored in system.
The vehicle has the specified engine oil.
The oil for diesel is not contaminated.
IMPORTANT
Before diagnosing a problem vehicle and attempting to perform an emergency
regeneration, it is important to obtain a full diagnostic log and read out relevant measured
value blocks.
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NOTE
1. The DPF will not regenerate if the engine management light is on, or there is a faulty
EGR valve.
2. The ECU must be re-adapted when replacing the DPF and when topping up the fuel
additive Eolys.
3. If the vehicle needs to be driven in order to perform a DPF service, a second person
is needed for the function. One person should drive the vehicle while the other
person observes the screen on the Tool. Do not attempt to drive and observe the
scan tool at the same time. This is dangerous and puts your life and the lives of other
motors and pedestrians at risk.
5.6 Immobilizer (IMMO) Service
An immobilizer is an anti-theft mechanism that prevents an automobile's engine from
starting unless the correct ignition key or other device is present. This device prevents
thieves from starting the car by a method known as hot wiring. Most new vehicles have
an immobilizer as standard equipment. An important advantage of this system is that it
doesn't require the car owner to activate it; it operates automatically. An immobilizer is
considered as providing much more effective anti-theft protection than an audible alarm
alone; many auto insurance companies offer lower rates for vehicles that are equipped
with an immobilizer.
As an anti-theft device, an immobilizer disables one of the systems needed to start a
car's engine, usually the fuel supply or the ignition. This is accomplished by radio
frequency identification between a transponder in the ignition key and a radio frequency
reader in the steering column. When the key is placed in the ignition, the transponder
sends a signal with a unique identification code to the reader, which relays it to a receiver
in the vehicle's computer control module. If the code is correct, the computer allows the
fuel supply and ignition systems to operate and start the engine. If the code is incorrect
or absent, the computer disables the system, and the engine will be unable to start until
the correct key is placed in the ignition.
The IMMO service can disable a lost vehicle key and program the replacement key fob.
One or more replacement key fobs can be programmed.
5.7 Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Service
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration permanently stores the current steering wheel
position as the straight-ahead position in the SAS EEPROM. Therefore, the front wheels
and the steering wheel must be set exactly to the straight-ahead position before
calibration. In addition, the VIN is also read from the instrument cluster and stored
permanently in the SAS EEPROM. On successful completion of calibration, the SAS fault
memory is automatically cleared.
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Calibration must always be carried out after the following operations:
Steering wheel replacement
SAS replacement
Any maintenance that involves opening the connector hub from the SAS to the
column
Any maintenance or repair work on the steering linkage, steering gear or other
related mechanism
Wheel alignment or wheel track adjustment
Accident repairs where damage to the SAS, SAS assembly, or any part of the
steering system may have occurred
NOTE
1. Autel accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from servicing the
SAS system. When interpreting DTCs retrieved from the vehicle, always follow the
manufacturer's recommendation for repair.
2. All software screens shown in this manual are examples, and actual test screens
may vary by test vehicle. Pay attention to the menu titles and onscreen instructions
to make correct option selections.
3. Before starting any procedure, make sure the vehicle has an ESC button. Look for
button on dash.
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6. Data Manager
The Data Manager allows you to store, print, and review saved files, manage workshop
information, customer information records and store test vehicle history records.
Selecting the Data Manager opens the file system menu. There are eight main functions
available.
Figure 6-1 Sample Data Manager Main Screen
The table below briefly describes each of the function buttons in the Data Manager.
Table 6–1 Buttons in Data Manager
Name
Button
Description
Vehicle History
Tap to review the diagnostic history.
Workshop
Information
Tap to edit the workshop profile information.
Customer
Tap to create a new customer account file.
Image
Tap to review saved screenshots
PDF
Tap to review diagnostic reports.
Review Data
Tap to review recorded data.
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Name
Button
Description
Uninstall Apps
Tap to uninstall applications.
Data Logging
Tap to review communications data and ECU
information for the test vehicle. The saved data can
be sent to the technical center via the Internet for
review and for possible resolution.
6.1 Vehicle History
This function stores vehicle test records, including vehicle information and the retrieved
DTCs from previous diagnostic sessions. Test information is summarized and displayed
in an easy-to-read table listing. The Vehicle History also provides direct access to the
previously tested vehicle and allows you to directly restart a diagnostic session without
needing to perform auto or manual vehicle selection.
Figure 6-2 Sample Vehicle History Screen
1. Top Toolbar Buttons — navigation and application controls.
2. Main Section — displays all the vehicle test records.
To activate a test session for a recorded vehicle
1. Tap Data Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Vehicle History to open the screen. Tap Diagnostics or Service to
select diagnostic test records or service test records.
3. Tap Diagnostics icon at the bottom of the thumbnail of a vehicle record item.
4. The Diagnostics screen of the vehicle displays and a new diagnostic session is
activated. See Diagnostics for detailed instructions on vehicle diagnostic
operations.
Or,
5. Select a vehicle thumbnail to select a record. A Historical Test record sheet
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displays. Review the recorded information of the test vehicle, and tap the
Diagnostics button on the upper right corner to continue diagnostics.
NOTE
The OTOFIX tablet must establish a connection to the VCI device to restart test sessions
on the previously tested vehicles.
6.1.1 Historical Test Records
The Historical Test is a detailed data form of the tested vehicle, which includes general
vehicle information, service record, customer information, and the diagnostic trouble
codes retrieved from the previous test sessions. Technician Notes will also display if
present.
Figure 6-3 Sample Historical Test Record Sheet
To edit the Historical Test Record
1. Tap Data Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Vehicle History.
3. Select the specific vehicle history record thumbnail from the main section. The
Historical Test record will display.
4. Tap Edit (a pen icon) to start editing.
5. Tap each item to input information or attach files or images.
NOTE
The vehicle VIN, license number and customer account information are correlated by
default. Vehicle records will automatically be correlated using this vehicle and customer
identification.
6. Tap Add to Customer to correlate the Historical Test record sheet to an existing
customer account, or add a new associated account to be correlated with the
test vehicle record. See Customer on page 53 for more information.
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7. Tap Done to save the updated record, or tap Cancel to exit without saving.
6.2 Workshop Information
The Workshop Information form allows you to input, edit, and save the detailed workshop
profile information, such as shop name, address, phone number, and other remarks,
which, when printing vehicle diagnostic reports and other associated test files, will display
as the header of the printed documents.
Figure 6-4 Sample Workshop Information Sheet
To edit the Workshop Information sheet
1. Tap the Data Manager application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Workshop Information.
3. Tap on each field to input the appropriate information.
4. Tap Done to save the updated workshop information record, or tap Cancel to
exit without saving.
6.3 Customer
The Customer function allows you to create and edit customer accounts. It helps you
to save and organize all customer information accounts that are correlated with the
associated test vehicle history records.
To create a customer account
1. Tap the Data Manager application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Customer.
3. Tap the Add a customer button. An empty information form displays, tap each
field to input the appropriate information.
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NOTE
The items that must be filled are indicated as required fields.
4. Some customers may have more than one vehicle for service; you can always
add new vehicle information to the account. Tap Add new vehicle information,
and then fill in the vehicle information. Tap the button to cancel.
5. Tap Complete to save the account, or tap Cancel to exit without saving.
To edit a customer account
1. Tap Data Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Customer.
3. Select a customer account by tapping the corresponding name card. A
Customer Information record displays.
4. Tap Edit on the top toolbar to start editing.
5. Tap on the input field to edit or amend information, and enter updated
information.
6. Tap Complete to save the updated information, or tap Cancel to exit without
saving.
To delete a customer account
1. Tap Data Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Customer.
3. Select a customer account by tapping the corresponding name card. A
Customer Information record displays.
4. Tap Edit on the top toolbar to start editing.
5. Tap Delete button on the top of the screen. A reminder message displays.
6. Tap OK to confirm the command, and the account is deleted. Tap Cancel to
cancel the request.
6.4 Image
The Image section is a database containing all captured screenshots in PNG file format.
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Figure 6-5 Sample Image Database Screen
1. Toolbar Buttons — used to edit, print or delete the image files. See Table 6–2
Toolbar Buttons in Image Database on page 55 for detailed information.
2. Main Section — displays the stored images.
Table 6–2 Toolbar Buttons in Image Database
Name
Button
Description
Back
Return to the previous screen.
Enter Search
Enter the search page.
Enter Edit
Display the editing toolbar to select, delete,
print, or email the image(s).
Cancel
Close the editing toolbar or cancel file search.
Search
Quickly searches the image by entering the
time of the screenshot.
Print
Print the selected image.
Delete
Delete the selected image.
Email
Send the selected image via email.
To edit/delete image(s)
1. Select Data Manager from the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Select Image to access the PNG database.
3. Tap Edit on the top right corner of the window. The editing screen displays.
4. Select the image(s) you want to edit by tapping the check box at the bottom
right corner of the image.
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5. Tap Delete icon to delete the selected images or delete all images. Tap Print
icon to print the selected image(s). Tap Email icon to send the selected
image(s) to an email.
6.5 PDF Files
The PDF section stores and displays all PDF files of saved data. After entering the PDF
database, select a file to view.
This section uses the standard Adobe Acrobat Reader application for file viewing and
editing. Please refer to the associated Adobe Acrobat Reader manual for more detailed
instructions.
6.6 Review Data
The Review Data section allows you to playback the recorded data frames from live data
streams.
On the Review Data main screen, select a record file to playback.
Figure 6-6 Sample Data Playback Screen
1. Main Section — displays the recorded data frames.
2. Navigation Toolbar — allows you to manipulate data playback.
Use the Navigation Toolbar buttons to play back the record data from frame to frame.
Tap Back to exit data playback.
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6.7 Uninstall Apps
This section allows you to manage the firmware applications installed on the OTOFIX
Diagnostics System. Selecting this section opens a management screen, on which you
can check all the available vehicle diagnostics applications.
Select the vehicle firmware you want to delete by tapping on the vehicle brand icon, after
which the selected item will display a blue check mark at the upper right corner. Tap the
Delete button on the top bar to delete the firmware from the system database.
6.8 Data Logging
The Data Logging section allows you to launch the Support platform to view records of
all sent or unsent (saved) data loggings on the diagnostics system. For more details,
please refer to Data Logging on Page 72.
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7. Settings
Access the Settings menu to adjust default settings and view information about the
OTOFIX diagnostics system. The following options are available for the OTOFIX
diagnostics system settings:
Unit
Language
Printing settings
Notification center
Auto update
Vehicle list
System settings
About
7.1 Operations
This section describes the operation procedures for the settings.
7.1.1 Unit
This option allows you to change the units of measurement for the diagnostics system.
To adjust the unit setting
1. Tap the Settings application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap the Unit option on the left column.
3. Select the appropriate units of measurement (Metric or English). A check mark
will display to the right of the selected unit.
4. Tap the Home button on the top-left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu,
or select another settings option for further system setup.
7.1.2 Language
This option allows you to adjust the display language of the OTOFIX system.
To adjust the language setting
1. Tap the Settings application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap the Language option on the left column.
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3. Select the appropriate language. A check mark will display to the right of the
selected language.
4. Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu,
or select another setting option for further system setup.
7.1.3 Print Settings
This option allows you to print from the tablet to a network printer via a computer.
To setup a printer connection
1. Tap Settings on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap Printing Settings on the left column.
3. Tap Print via network to activate the printing function, which enables the device
to send files to the printer through the PC via Wi-Fi connection.
4. Tap Home on the top-left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu, or select
another setting option for further system setup.
Printing Operations
To install the MaxiSys Printer driver
1. Download Maxi PC Suite from www.otofixtech.com > Support Center >
Downloads > Diagnostic Tool tab > OTOFIX Update Tools, and install to your
Windows-based PC.
2. Double-click on Setup.exe.
3. Select an installation language to launch the installation wizard.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen and click on Next to continue.
5. Click Install and the printer driver will be installed on to the computer.
6. Click Finish to complete the installation.
NOTE
The MaxiSys printer runs automatically after the installation.
This section describes how to receive files from the tablet and perform printing through
the computer:
To print from a computer
1. Make sure the tablet is connected to the computer network via Wi-Fi or LAN
before printing.
2. Run the MaxiSys Printer program on the computer.
3. Click Test Print to check whether the printer works properly.
4. Tap the Print button on the toolbar of the tablet. A test document will be sent to
the computer.
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If the Auto Print option in the MaxiSys Printer is selected, the MaxiSys
printer will automatically print the received document.
If the Auto Print option in the MaxiSys Printer is not selected, click the
Open PDF File button to view files. Select the file(s) to be printed and click
Print.
NOTE
Make sure the computer with the Printing Services program installed is connected to a
printer.
7.1.4 Notification Center
This option allows you to turn the Notification Center function on or off. The Notification
Center function configures the OTOFIX tablet to receive regular online messages from
the server for system update notifications or other service information via the Internet. It
is highly recommended that the Notification setting be on at all times so as not to miss
news of updates or important service messages. Internet access is required for receiving
online messages.
To enable the Notification Center function
1. Tap Settings on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap Notification center on the left column.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the Notifications function. If the function is
enabled, the button displays blue; if disabled, the button displays gray.
4. Tap Home on the top left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu, or select
another setting option for further system setup
When the Notification Center function is turned on and new messages are received by
the OTOFIX device, a notification message displays on the OTOFIX Job Menu. Press on
the message bar and drag it down to display a list of received messages. Slide the list
up or down to view additional messages if present.
Tap a specific message to launch the corresponding application. For example, if you tap
on an Update notification message, the Update application will be launched.
7.1.5 Auto Update
This option allows you to set the specific time for updating software automatically.
There are three update options: OS Update, OTOFIX Update and Vehicle Update.
Tap ON/OFF to enable Auto Update. The button displays blue if Auto Update is enabled
and displays gray if the Auto Update is disabled. Set the time of the day for updating. If
a specific time is set, the selected software will be automatically updated at that specific
time.
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7.1.6 Vehicle List
This option allows you to sort the vehicles either by alphabetic order or by frequency of
use.
To adjust the vehicle list setting
1. Tap the Settings application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap Vehicle list on the left column.
3. Select the required sort order. A check mark will display to the right of the
selected language.
4. Tap the Home button in the top-left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu,
or select another settings option for further system setup.
7.1.7 System Settings
This function provides you with direct access to the Android system settings interface,
where you can adjust various system settings for the Android operating system,
regarding wireless and networks settings, various device settings such as sound and
display, as well as system security settings, and check related information about the
Android system. Refer to your Android documentation for additional information.
7.1.8 About
The About function provides information about the OTOFIX diagnostics device including
the product name, version, hardware, and serial number.
To check the product information in About
1. Tap the Settings application on the OTOFIX Job Menu.
2. Tap the About option on the left column. The product information screen
displays on the right.
3. Tap the Home button in the top-left corner to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu,
or select another settings option for further system setup.
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8. Update
The internal programming of the OTOFIX Diagnostics System, known as the firmware,
can be updated using the Update application. Firmware updates increase the OTOFIX
applications' capabilities, typically by adding new tests, expanded vehicle coverage, or
enhanced applications.
The device automatically searches for available updates for all of the OTOFIX
components when it is connected to the Internet. Any updates that are found can be
downloaded and installed on the device. This section describes installing an update to
the OTOFIX Diagnostics System firmware. A notification message displays if an update
is available when the Notifications function is enabled in the Settings application (see
Notification Center on page 60).
Figure 8-1 Sample Update Screen
1. Navigation and Controls
Home Button — returns to the OTOFIX Job Menu.
Update All — displays available updates for all tablet systems.
Show Recent — displays recent updates.
Search Bar — searches for specific update item by file name or keyword.
2. Status Bar
Left Side — displays the OTOFIX device model information and serial number.
Right Side — displays an update progress bar indicating the completion status.
3. Main Section
Left Column — displays vehicle logos and update firmware version information.
Middle Column — displays a brief introduction about the new changes to the
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firmware operation or capabilities. Tap the button to view more details, and
tap the dim area outside the information box to close the window.
Right Column — depending on the operation status of each firmware item, the
button displays differently:
a) Tap Update to update the selected item.
b) Tap Pause to suspend the updating procedure.
c) Tap Continue to continue updating a paused update.
To update the firmware
1. Power up the tablet and ensure that it is connected to a power source and has
a steady Internet connection.
2. Tap the Update application button from the OTOFIX Job Menu; or tap the
update notification message when received. The Update application screen
displays.
3. Tap the Update button on the right column of the specific item.
4. Tap the Pause button to suspend the updating process. Tap Continue to
resume the update and the process will continue from the pause point.
5. When the updating process is completed, the firmware will be installed
automatically. The new version will replace the older version.
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9. VCI Manager
The VCI Manager is an application for connecting the OTOFIX tablet with a VCI device
and checking the communication status.
The OTOFIX diagnostics system supports battery test function with the OTOFIX BT1 Lite
Smart Battery Tester (purchased separately).
Figure 9-1 Sample VCI Manager Screen
1. Connection Mode — four connection modes are available. The connection status
appears adjacent to each mode.
1. VCI BT Pairing — when the VCI is paired to a wireless device, the connection
state reads "Connected". Otherwise it reads "Disconnected".
2. BAS BT Pairing — when the battery tester is paired successfully via Bluetooth,
the connection state reads "Connected". Otherwise it reads "Disconnected".
3. VCI Update — updates VCI software via Internet through the diagnostic tablet
networking via Bluetooth pairing.
4. BAS Update — updates the battery tester software
Select a connection mode to manage and set up a connection.
2. Settings — this section allows you to manage wireless connectivity.
BT Setting — searches and displays the type and partial serial number of
devices available for Bluetooth pairing. Tap a device to start pairing. The BT
status icon displays the received signal strength for the device.
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9.1 VCI BT Pairing
Bluetooth (BT) Paring provides a simple wireless connection. The VCI device needs to
be either connected to a vehicle or to an available power source, so that it is powered up
during the synchronization procedure. Make sure the tablet has a fully charged battery
or is connected to an AC/DC power supply.
Figure 9-2 Sample VCI BT Pairing Screen
To pair the VCI device with the tablet via Bluetooth
1. Power on the tablet.
2. Insert the 16-pin vehicle data connector of the OTOFIX V1 to the vehicle data
link connector (DLC).
3. Tap VCI Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu of the tablet.
4. Select VCI BT from the connection mode list.
5. Swipe the Bluetooth toggle button to ON. Tap Scan at the top-right corner. The
device will start to search for available pairing units.
6. Depending on the type of VCI you use, the device name may display as "Maxi"
suffixed with a serial number. Select the appropriate device for pairing.
7. When paired successfully, the connection status reads "Connected".
8. Wait a few seconds, and the VCI button on the system Navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen will display a green BT mark, indicating the tablet is
connected to the VCI device.
9. To disconnect the device, tap the connected device listing again.
10. Tap Back on the top left to return to the OTOFIX Job Menu.
NOTE
A VCI device can be paired to only one tablet at a time, and once it's been paired, the
device will not be discoverable for any other unit.
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9.2 BAS BT Pairing
Ensure that the BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester is sufficiently charged or is connected to
the external power supply before use.
To pair the BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester with the tablet
1. Power on the diagnostics tablet and the smart battery tester.
2. Connect the red clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black clamp
to the negative (–) battery terminal.
3. Tap VCI Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu of the tablet.
4. Select BAS BT from the connection mode list.
5. Swipe the Bluetooth toggle button to ON. Tap Scan at the top-right corner. The
device will start to search for available pairing units.
6. Depending on the type of battery tester, the device name may display as "Maxi"
suffixed with a serial number. Select the appropriate device for pairing.
7. When paired successfully, the connection status reads "Connected".
8. Wait a few seconds and the BAS button on the system Navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen will display a green BT mark, indicating the tablet is
connected to the battery tester.
Figure 9-3 Sample BAS BT Pairing Screen
9.3 VCI Update
The Update module provides the latest update for the OTOFIX VCI. Before updating the
VCI firmware, please ensure your network connection is stable.
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Figure 9-4 Sample VCI Update Screen
To update the VCI device firmware
1. Power on the tablet. Insert the OTOFIX V1 to the vehicle’s DLC.
2. Connect the V1 to the tablet via Bluetooth or USB cable.
NOTE
The USB-C to USB-C cable should be purchased separately.
3. Tap VCI Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu of the tablet.
4. Select VCI Update from the connection mode list.
5. The current version and the latest version of the firmware will be displayed. Tap
Update Now to update the VCI firmware.
9.4 BAS Update
Before updating the BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester firmware, please ensure your network
connection is stable.
To update the battery tester firmware
1. Power on the battery tester and the tablet.
2. Connect the battery tester to the tablet via Bluetooth or USB cable.
NOTE
The USB-C to USB-C cable should be purchased separately.
3. Tap VCI Manager on the OTOFIX Job Menu of the tablet.
4. Select BAS Update from the connection mode list.
5. The current version and the latest version display on the page. Tap Update
Now to update the battery tester firmware.
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NOTE
Do not leave the BAS Update page during upgrade.
Figure 9-5 Sample BAS Update Screen
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10. Support
This application launches the Support platform which synchronizes Autel's online support
service with the OTOFIX tablet. In order to synchronize the device to your online account,
you need to register the product through the Internet when you use it for the first time.
The Support application is connected to Autel's service channel and online communities
that provides the quickest way to find solutions to common problems, allowing you to
submit questions complaints and help requests to obtain direct service and support from
the online community.
10.1 Product Registration
In order to get access to the Support platform and obtain update and other services from
Autel, you are required to register the OTOFIX Diagnostic Device the first time you use
it.
To register the diagnostic device
1. Visit the website: http://pro.otofixtech.com
2. If you have an Autel account, sign in with your account ID and password.
3. If you are a new member to Autel, click on the Create Autel ID button on the
left side to create an ID.
4. Enter the required information in the input fields, and click Get Verification
Code button to get the verification code for email validation.
5. The online system will automatically send a verification code to the registered
email address. Input the code in the Verification Code field and fill in the other
input fields, read through Autel's Terms and Conditions and click on Agree, and
then click Create Autel ID at the bottom. A product registration screen will
display.
6. The device's serial number and password is located in the About section of the
Settings application on the tablet.
7. Select your product model, enter the product serial number and password on
the Product Registration screen, and tap Submit to complete the registration
procedure.
10.2 Support Screen Layout
The Support application interface is navigated by the Home Button on the top navigation
bar:
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Home Button — returns to the OTOFIX Job Menu
Figure 10-1 Sample Support Application Screen
The main section of the Support screen is divided into two sections. The narrow column
on the left is the main menu; selecting one subject from the main menu displays the
corresponding functional interface on the right
10.3 My Account
The My Account screen displays the comprehensive information of the user and the
product, which is synchronized with the online registered account, including Personal
Info, Update Info and Service Info.
10.3.1 Personal Info
The User Info and Device Info are both included under the Personal Info section.
User Info — displays detailed information of your registered online Autel account,
such as your Autel ID, Name, Address and other contact information.
Device Info — displays the registered product information, including the Serial
Number, Registration Date, Expire Date, and Warranty Period.
10.3.2 Update Info
The Update Info section displays a detailed list of the product's software update history,
including the product serial number, software version or name, and the update time.
10.3.3 Service Info
The Service Info section displays a detailed record list of the device's service history
information. Every time the device has been sent back to Autel for repair, the device's
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serial number and the detailed repair information, such as the fault type, changed
components, or system reinstallation will be recorded and updated to the associated
online product account that will be synchronized to the Service Info section.
10.4 Complaint
The Complaint screen allows you to establish a new complaint case, as well as to view
historical complaint records.
10.4.1 Screen Layout
Figure 10-2 Sample Complaint Screen
Complaint List
The complaint list normally displays all the complaint records and their status by
default. The summary information for each complaint item includes the Subject
Name, Ticket ID, User's Account ID, Date, and the Case Status.
There are two kinds of case status:
Open — indicates the complaint case has been started but not processed yet.
Closed — indicates the complaint case has been processed, solved, and
ended.
To establish a new complaint session
1. Register the product online.
2. Tap Support on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The device information is automatically
synchronized with the online account.
3. Tap Complaint on the Main Menu.
4. Tap New Complaint at the upper right corner. A selection menu with a category
of service channels displays.
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5. Select your target service channel and click Next to continue. A standard
complaint form displays, on which you are allowed to enter detailed information,
such as personal information, vehicle information, and device information. You
can also attach image or PDF files to the form.
6. Enter in each input field the appropriate information. To settle the complaint
more efficiently, it is recommended to complete the form with as much as detail
as possible.
7. Select the required processing time on the last section according to the urgency
of the case.
8. Tap Submit to send the completed form to Autel's online service center. The
submitted complaints will be carefully read and handled by the service
personnel.
10.5 Data Logging
The Data Logging section keeps a record of tickets (with and without feedback from Autel
Tech Support) and a History (the latest 20) data logs on the diagnostics system. Autel
support personnel will receive and process these submitted reports through the Support
platform. The solution will be sent back within 48 hours. You may continue to correspond
with Autel Tech Support until the issue is resolved.
Figure 10-3 Sample Data Logging Screen
To issue a reply in a Data Logging section
1. Tap on the Feedback tag to view the list of submitted data logs.
2. Select the latest message from Autel Tech Support.
3. Tap on the input field on the bottom of the screen and enter your reply.
Additionally, you may tap the Audio button to record a voice message or tap the
camera button to take a screenshot.
4. Tap Send to deliver your message to Support.
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10.6 Training
The Training section provides quick links to Autel's online video library. Select a video
channel by language to see all available Autel online tutorial videos on such topics as
product usage techniques and vehicle diagnostics practices.
10.7 FAQ
The FAQ section provides comprehensive references for all questions frequently asked
and answered about the use of Autel's online member account and shopping and
payment procedures.
Account — displays questions and answers about the use of Autel's online user
account.
Shopping & Payment — displays questions and answers about online product
purchases and payment methods or procedures.
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11. Remote Desktop
The Remote Desktop application launches the TeamViewer Quick Support program —
a simple, fast, and secure remote-control interface. You can use the application to
receive ad-hoc remote support from Autel's support center, colleagues, or friends by
allowing them to control your OTOFIX tablet on their PC via the TeamViewer software.
11.1 Operations
If you think of a TeamViewer connection as a phone call, the TeamViewer ID would be
the phone number under which all TeamViewer Clients can be reached separately.
Computers and mobile devices that run TeamViewer are identified by a unique global ID.
The first time the Remote Desktop application is started, this ID is generated
automatically based on the hardware characteristics and will not change.
Make sure the tablet is connected to the Internet before launching the Remote Desktop
application, so that the tablet is able to receive remote support from the third party.
Figure 11-1 Sample Remote Desktop Screen
To receive remote support from a partner
1. Power on the tablet.
2. Tap the Remote Desktop application on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The
TeamViewer interface appears and the device ID is generated and displayed.
3. Your partner must install the Remote Control software to their computer by
downloading the TeamViewer program (full version) online
(http://www.teamviewer.com). Start the software on their computer at the same
time in order to provide support and take control of the tablet remotely.
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4. Provide your ID to the partner, and wait for them to send you a remote control
request.
5. A message displays to ask for your confirmation to allow remote control on your
device.
6. Tap Allow to accept, or tap Deny to reject.
7. Refer to the associated TeamViewer documents for additional information.
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12. Quick Link
The Quick Link application provides you with convenient access to OTOFIX's official
website and many other well-known sites in the automotive service industry to provide
technical help, knowledge bases, forums, training and expert consultations.
Figure 12-1 Sample Quick Link Screen
To open a quick link
1. Tap Quick Link on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The Quick Link application screen
appears.
2. Select a website thumbnail from the main section. The Chrome browser is
launched and the selected website is opened.
3. Now you can start exploring the website.
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13. Battery Test
The OTOFIX BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester is a battery and electrical system analysis
tool that uses Adaptive Conductance, an advanced battery analysis method that
produces more accurate examination of the battery’s cold cranking ability and reserve
capacity, vital to determining a battery’s true health. The BT1 Lite enables technicians to
view the health status of the vehicle's battery and electrical system.
NOTE
The OTOFIX BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester should be purchased separately.
The Battery Test application is accessible when the BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester is
used in combination with the OTOFIX diagnostic tablet. It provides four functions
including in-vehicle test, out-vehicle test, battery change and battery reset to perform
battery diagnosis.
Please refer to the latest user manual of OTOFIX BT1 Lite Smart Battery Tester from the
official website wwww.otofixtech.com for detailed operation.
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14. MaxiViewer
The MaxiViewer allows you to search the functions supported by our tools and the
version information. There are two ways of searching, either by searching the tool and
the vehicle or searching the functions.
To search by the vehicle
1. Tap the MaxiViewer application on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The MaxiViewer
application screen appears.
2. Tap the tool name from the dropdown list in the upper-left corner and select the
one you want to search.
3. Tap the vehicle brand, model, and year you want to search.
4. All the functions supported by the selected tool for the selected vehicle are
displayed within three columns: function, sub function, and version.
To search by the functions
1. Tap the MaxiViewer application on the OTOFIX Job Menu. The MaxiViewer
application screen displays.
2. Tap the tool name on the top left to dropdown the tool list, tap the one you want
to search.
3. Enter the function you want to search in the top right search box. The screen
will display all vehicles that support this function, along with information such as
the vehicles' year, system, capacity, type, function, sub-function, and version.
NOTE
Partial search is supported: type in any part of the function-related keywords to find all
available information.
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15. Maintenance and Service
To ensure that the tablet and the combined VCI unit perform at their optimum level, we
advise that the product maintenance instructions covered in this section are strictly
followed.
15.1 Maintenance Instructions
The following includes instructions on how to maintain your devices, together with
precautions to take.
Use a soft cloth and alcohol or a mild window cleaner to clean the touchscreen of
the tablet.
Do not use any abrasive cleansers, detergent, or automotive chemicals to the tablet.
Keep the devices in dry conditions and within specified operating temperatures.
Dry your hands before using the tablet. The touch screen of the tablet may not work
if the touch screen is moist, or if you tap the touch screen with wet hands.
Do not store the devices in humid, dusty or dirty areas.
Check the housing, wiring, and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each
use.
Check the housing, wiring, and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each
use.
Do not attempt to disassemble your tablet or the VCI unit.
Do not drop or cause severe impact to the devices.
Use only authorized battery chargers and accessories. Any malfunction or damage
caused by the use of unauthorized battery charger and accessories will void the
limited product warranty.
Ensure that the battery charger does not come in contact with conductive objects.
Do not use the tablet beside microwave ovens, cordless phones and some medical
or scientific instruments to prevent signal interference.
15.2 Troubleshooting Checklist
A. When the tablet does not work properly:
Make sure the tablet has been registered online.
Make sure the system software and diagnostic application software are properly
updated.
Make sure the tablet is connected to the Internet.
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Check all cables, connections, and indicators to see if the signal is being
received.
B. When battery life is shorter than usual:
This may happen when you are in an area with low signal strength. Turn off your
device if is not in use.
C. When you cannot turn on the tablet:
Make sure the tablet is connected to a power source or the battery is charged.
D. When you are unable to charge the tablet:
Your charger maybe out of order. Contact your nearest dealer.
You may be attempting to use the device in an overly hot/cold temperature.
Charge the device in a cooler or warmer area.
Your device may have not been connected to the charger properly. Check the
connector.
NOTE
If the problems persist, please contact Autel's technical support personnel or your local
selling agent.
15.3 About Battery Usage
Your tablet is powered by a built-in lithium-ion polymer battery, which enables you to
recharge your battery when there is electricity left.
DANGER
The built-in Lithium-ion Polymer battery is factory replaceable only; incorrect replacement
or tampering with the battery pack may cause an explosion.
Do not use a damaged battery charger.
Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, or shred the battery.
Do not modify, remanufacture or attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, or
expose the battery to fire, explosion, or other hazards.
Only use the specified charger and USB cables. Use of non-Autel-authorized charger
or USB cables may lead to device malfunction or failure.
Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage,
or other hazards.
Avoid dropping the tablet. If the tablet is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and
you suspect damage, take the tablet to a service center for inspection.
Try to keep closer to your wireless router to reduce battery usage.
The time needed to recharge the battery varies depending on the remaining battery
capacity.
Battery life inevitably shortens over time.
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Unplug the charger once the tablet is fully charged since overcharging may shorten
battery life.
Keep the battery in temperate environments. Do not place it inside a car when it is too
hot or too cold, which may reduce the capacity and life of the battery.
15.4 Service Procedures
This section provides information on technical support, repair service, and application for
replacement or optional parts.
15.4.1 Technical Support
If you have any question or problem on the operation of the product, please contact us.
NORTH AMERICA
Phone: (833) 686-1349 (OTO-1FIX) Monday-Friday 9am-6pm EST
Website: www.otofixtech.com
Email: [email protected]
Address: 175 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Farmingdale, New York, USA 11735
CHINA HEADQUARTER
Phone: 0086-755-2267-2493
Website: www.otofix.cn
Email: [email protected]
Address: 7-8th, 10th Floor, Building B1, Zhiyuan, Xueyuan Road, Xili, Nanshan,
Shenzhen, 518055, China
EUROPE
Phone: +49 895 40299621 (Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-6:00PM Berlin Time)
Email: [email protected]
Address: Robert-Bosch-Strasse 25, 63225, Langen, Germany
LATIN AMERICA
Email: [email protected]
Address: Avenida Americas 1905, 6B, Colonia Aldrete, Guadalajara, Jalisco,
Mexico
APAC
Phone: +045 5948465
Email: [email protected]
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Address: 719, Nissou Building, 3-7-18, Shinyokohama, Kouhoku, Yokohama,
Kanagawa, Japan 222-0033
IMEA DMCC
Phone: +971 585 002709
Email: [email protected]
Address: Office 1006-1010, Cluster C, Fortune Tower, Jumeirah Lakes Tower (JLT),
Dubai, U.A.E
For technical assistance in other markets, please contact your local selling agent.
15.4.2 Repair Service
If it becomes necessary to return your device for repair, please download the repair
service form from www.otofixtech.com, and fill in the form. The following information must
be included:
Contact name
Return address
Telephone number
Product name
Complete description of the problem
Proof-of-purchase for warranty repairs
Preferred method of payment for non-warranty repairs
NOTE
For non-warranty repairs, payment can be made with Visa, Master Card, or with
approved credit terms.
Send the device to your local agent, or to the address below:
7-8th, 10th Floor, Building B1, Zhiyuan, Xueyuan Road, Xili, Nanshan, Shenzhen,
518055, China
15.4.3 Other Services
You can purchase the optional accessories directly from Autel's authorized tool suppliers,
and/or your local distributor or agent.
Your purchase order should include the following information:
Contact information
Product or part name
Item description
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Purchase quantity
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16. Compliance Information
FCC Compliance FCC ID: WQ8MAXIBASBT609
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End user must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance.
The device is designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established
by the Federal Communications Commission (USA). These requirements set a SAR limit
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of 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported under this
standard during product certification for use when properly worn on the body is 2.019 W/kg.
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17. Warranty
17.1 12-Month Limited Warranty
Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd. (the Company) warrants to the original retail
purchaser of this Diagnostic tablet that should this product or any part thereof during
normal usage and under normal conditions be proven defective in material or
workmanship that results in product failure within twelve (12) months period from the date
of purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired, or replaced (with new or rebuilt parts) with
Proof of Purchase, at the Company's option, without charge for parts or labor directly
related to the defect(s).
The Company shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising
from the use, misuse, or mounting of the device. Some states do not allow limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty does not apply to:
a) Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions, accident, mishandling, neglect,
unauthorized alteration, misuse, improper installation or repair or improper storage;
b) Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been
removed, altered or defaced;
c) Damage from exposure to excessive temperatures or extreme environmental
conditions;
d) Damage resulting from connection to, or use of any accessory or other product not
approved or authorized by the Company;
e) Defects in appearance, cosmetic, decorative or structural items such as framing and
non-operative parts.
f) Products damaged from external causes such as fire, dirt, sand, battery leakage,
blown fuse, theft or improper usage of any electrical source.
IMPORTANT
All contents of the product may be deleted during the process of repair. You should create
a back-up copy of any contents of your product before delivering the product for warranty
service.
