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this section before using the product.

Handle equipment carefully

Do not drop, bend, or puncture the tool, or insert extra objects into or place heavy objects on 

the device. The vulnerable components inside may be damaged.

Do not disassemble or modify the equipment

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Summary of Contents for ThinkTool PD8

Page 1: ...his product For any reverse engineering or cracking actions against the software THINKCAR will block the use of this product and reserve the right to pursue their legal liabilities THINKCAR Anyproduct...

Page 2: ...reil ne doit pas produire de brouillage 2 L appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement IC WARNING Cet quipeme...

Page 3: ...pment o 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 equipme...

Page 4: ...and other overseas countries All other THINKCAR trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names referred to in this manual are either trademarks registered trademarks service marks doma...

Page 5: ...kers spyware and other malicious behaviors and may damage the device software or data To make ensure that you are using rewalls anti virus software and anti spyware software to provide adequate protec...

Page 6: ...ts Controls 6 2 3 Function Modules 7 2 4 Parameters 7 3 Begin to Use 8 3 1 Intelligent Diagnosis 8 3 2 Local Diagnosis 8 3 2 1 Manual Diagnosis 8 3 2 2 System Selection 10 3 2 3 Function Selection 10...

Page 7: ...5 TPMS Diagnostics 20 3 6 Diagnostic Feedback 21 3 7 Coverage list 22 3 8 Repair Info 22 3 8 1 Fault Code Enquiry 22 3 8 2 Vehicle Coverage Enquiry 22 3 8 3 Learning Course 22 3 9 ThinkFile 22 3 10 Th...

Page 8: ...the tool language from the languages displayed on the interface 1 1 3 Connect Wi Fi The system will automatically search all available Wi Fi networks and you can choose the Wi FiI needed If the chose...

Page 9: ...e terms and conditions of the user agreement carefully Choose Agree all the above terms and click the Agree button to complete the registration process Then the page will jump to the Congratulations o...

Page 10: ...If you have not activated it you can also click Settings on the main interface to enter and select Activate to operate Tips The activation code is an 8 digit number and is pasted on the password lett...

Page 11: ...set functions Oil Reset Elec Throttle Adaption IMMO Service Injector Coding Break pad Reset Steering Angle Reset ABS Bleeding AFS Reset Battery Matching A T Learning DPF Regeneration EGR Adaption TPMS...

Page 12: ...urn o 1 6 VCI Connections Connection steps as below 1 Locate vehicle s DLC socket Most of the DLC are standard OBD II diagnostic sockets non standard OBD II vehicle diagnostic sockets need to use the...

Page 13: ...nostic module THINKTOOL integrates 28 commonly used maintenance and reset service functions with the additional wireless TPMS diagnostic tool you are able to perform TPMS diagnostic function THINKTOOL...

Page 14: ...pipeline inspection 5 The corners of the vehicle that are not easy to detect such as falling screws or water leakage cracks and foreign objects 2 THINK Scope Box Equipped with 4 channels 100MHz bandw...

Page 15: ...gent Diagnosis on the main interface the tool will start the smart diagnosis program and automatically read the vehicle VIN as shown in below If the device failed to access the VIN information please...

Page 16: ...ort It enables you to quickly access all the electronic control units of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health This function varies from vehicle to vehicle Click Health Repor...

Page 17: ...C System Selection manually choose the automotive electronic control system 3 2 2 System Selection Choose the system Click ECM e g and the screen will enter selection interface 3 2 3 Function Selecti...

Page 18: ...ce manual to confirm the root cause of the breakdown c Clear DTC On the diagnostic function selection screen tap Clear Fault Code the system will automatically delete the currently existing DTCs and d...

Page 19: ...merge status for data comparison Value Displayed the parameters in values and shown in list format Customize Customize the data stream option to be viewed Tap the button a pull down list of the data s...

Page 20: ...will alarm Customize Tap on the right side of the screen to de ne the data stream option to be viewed Note Max 4 data streams can be displayed Compare Sample Tap to select the sample DS le All the val...

Page 21: ...sample data stream Note Only data stream items with measurement units will be recorded Once the recording process is complete tap to end recording the system will automatically jump to the data revis...

Page 22: ...indicates that the vehicle needs maintenance Reset the mileage or driving time to zero after the maintenance so the maintenance light will go out and the system will start a new maintenance cycle 3 4...

Page 23: ...ttery matching must be performed to clear original low battery information and prevent the related control module from detecting false information If the related control module detects false informati...

Page 24: ...shaft ywheel is replaced or the DTC gear not learned is present gear learning must be performed 3 4 9 IMMO Service To prevent the car being used by unauthorized keys the anti theft key matching functi...

Page 25: ...4 15 Sunroof Initialization This function can set the sunroof lock o closed when it rains sliding tilting sunroof memory function temperature threshold outside the car etc 3 4 16 EGR Adaption This fu...

Page 26: ...re initialized and the NOx catalytic converter is replaced it is necessary to reset the catalytic converter learned value stored in the engine ECU 3 4 23 AdBlue Reset Diesel Engine Exhaust Gas Filter...

Page 27: ...ctivate the sensor s ID wheel pressure sensor frequency tire temperature and battery status b Programming to program sensor data to a blank Thinkcar sensor so as to replace a sensor that is in low bat...

Page 28: ...rted and the processing progress O ine List Tap to display all diagnostic feedback logs which have not been submitted successfully due to network failure Once the tablet gets a stable network signal i...

Page 29: ...al functions of each brand model to help users study the operation of the special functions online without connecting the vehicle 3 9 ThinkFile It is used to record and establish the le of the diagnos...

Page 30: ...unction tabs on the upgrade page Upgradeable software A list of software that can be upgraded to newer versions Upgraded software a list of software that has been downloaded Note During the upgrade pl...

Page 31: ...faces 5 4 Data Stream Sample This feature allows you to manage the recorded data stream sample les 5 5 My Order Used to manage order details 5 6 Pro le Used to set and manage personal information 5 7...

Page 32: ...Restore Factory Settings and Log Out 5 15 Hotkey Setting Including Wi Fi Bluetooth screen recording screenshot screen ip brightness and sound 6 FAQ Q Can I use the same type of charger to charge the...

Page 33: ...i cation code again Q Why can t log in Passible reasons Solution The equipment isn t connected Please make sure the network is connected The user name or password is incorrect Check the user name and...

Page 34: ...blem Server maintenance please try again later Q There is no power in the VCI dongle after connecting to the vehicle s DLC port Passible reasons Solution Poor contact of vehicle s DLC port Plug out th...

Page 35: ...rectly connected and whether the vehicle ignition switch is ON Q What to do if the connector is missing A Contact THINKCAR after sales service or regional sales Q The downloaded diagnostic software is...

Page 36: ...his warranty The compensation for dashboard damage caused by the defect of this equipment is limited to repair or replacement THINKCAR does not bear any indirect and incidental losses THINKCAR will ju...

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