Foxwell NT510 Abilities?

[Transam461]

Hi, my name is Brian, and I am new to the forum. There is a bunch of info here on OBD2 scanners, and I have some questions about the Foxwell NT510.

Im just a small, solo mechanic, and I rebuild Automatic Transmissions, as well as work on everything from brakes, rearends, Hvac, too engine building. I have did this for 30+ years, and the only scanner I've owned is the older Actron 9145 Scanner, which has been really helpful over the years on most things. Well, I wanted something that can do Transmission, ABS, and SRS as well, so I just ordered the Autel MD802 "All System" scanner a couple days ago, I haven't even received it yet, but researched it alot, and it seemed to be one of the better liked scanners below $300. I think I will be more than happy with it. During my research, I also ran across people talking about the Foxwell NT510, and its bi-directional ability, to actuate modules and so on, and have even read it does adaptation.

I just got through building a 42RLE transmission in a 2004 dodge dakota, and noticed it shifted a bit harsh after getting it done, and soon found out, that it has "shift adaption". It learns CVI values according to how you drive, to provide the best shifts. When rebuilding the trans, you have to reset the learned values by doing a "quick learn", because it is used to the old trans with worn clutches and so on, and will not shift correctly when rebuilt new. So after learning this, I took it to the dealer, and had them do the quick learn on it, and sure enough, it shifted smooth like it was suppose to. I would like to be able to do this myself so I no longer have to take the customers car to the dealer.

So, I would like to know how much ability the Foxwell NT510 scanner has. Would it be able to perform that function and properly set the transmission adaption values back to default? Also, will the NT510 do things like "CKP Learn"(Crank Position Sensor) and Cam Sensor? Can it Program new Keys with chips? Can it assign new ECU's and things like that? Can it do TPMS and Battery Registration?

Sorry for all of the questions, I just want to see what it is capable of. I would probably buy the one with the GM software, and then add Chrysler and Ford software as well... and then maybe a couple more later on.

I know I'm gonna love the Autel MD802, but I would like to get as much advice and information as possible from those that have experience with the Foxwell NT510 as well.

Thank You!!

 

[firworks]

I've done a CKP learn with the NT510 on an Olds Aurora and it worked fine. The tool actually crashed at the end of the test where I just had to hit the reset button on it but it did successfully do the procedure with the ECM and it ran smooth after that. The abilities it has are sort of dependent on which module you are running / which vehicle you are running. As far as I've seen, it can program keys in the GM and Honda modules. It does also have an "ECM Replacement" feature which I haven't used but I've seen it in the menus. It is surprisingly capable for how cheap it is. The biggest issue with it is it's slow. It also has some weird quirks you can work around but I probably would not want to be using it if I were doing constant diagnostic work every day in a shop. In addition, you buy it for 179$ and it comes with one module. From there, you can pay 70$ to add on additional manufacturer modules and you can store a max of 4 on the micro SD card in the tool. So if you work a lot on many makes you'll probably have to get another micro SD card and load 4 makes on one, and 4 different makes on another and label them. In addition, it's 179 + 70 * X however many modules you're going to need. If you buy enough modules it's probably cheaper to grab something like the Autel which has support for everything. For me repairing family and friend's vehicles a Honda, Chrysler and GM module covers almost everything.

 

[Transam461]

Thank You so much Fireworks! That helps a bunch.... It is something I wouldn't be using constanly, as I will use the MD802 Autel for most of the diagnostics.. but I thought it would be nice to have the NT510 for the bi-directional ability, when I needed it... like resetting the transmission shift adaption learned values on cars that require it. Do you know if the NT510 is capable of setting the transmission learned values back to default? I thought you may know, since you have the Chrysler software, and that's what I was working on that required it, a 2004 Dodge Dakota, 3.7 engine with the 42RLE transmission.

Thank You

 

[Transam461]

Anyone else know for sure if the NT510 will do the Transmission Adaptive Reset on Chrysler's? I read about a guy using it on his BMW, and he says it worked great for resetting his Transmission Adaptive's, but I just wanted to be sure it would work with Chrysler before I purchase. I would like to order one soon....

Thank You

 

[firworks]

I can't tell you unfortunately what it could do right now. To actually get into the menus for each ECM it needs to be talking to a vehicle and we don't own any Chrysler's. My GF's family all have RAM trucks. If we end up going to see family this weekend I could hook it up and check but since you want it quick I'd just order it from Amazon and give it a shot. If you don't like it or it doesn't have a particular feature you want just return it easy.

 

[Transam461]

Thank you Fireworks, I have ask on amazon, I emailed Foxwell with the question, and I have ask a couple people on Ebay... so when I hear some answers, I will post back here with a follow up, just incase someone else is wondering the same.

 

[Transam461]

Ok, I've heard back from FoxWell_Tool, and they said it does indeed perform the Transmission Adaptation Reset on the TCM, atleast on the 2004 Dodge Dakota anyway. I will see what the others say that I have emailed, but does sound like it will work. ☺

 

[Transam461]

Any other NT510 users have any experience they want to share about this scanner? Gonna purchase it it in just a bit. ��

 

[rhandwor]

If I purchase a nt500 chrysler can I add Ford and GM,Honda

 

[jshillin]

Look at the Autoenginuity also. I've been eyeing one with the Chrysler package for a while. I'm going to give the NT510 a look now also though after reading this thread.

 

[pbon]

I gave the NT510. Paid $155 either on amazon or direct to foxwell with a free module upon registration of the tool online. I like it for its value. Small screen but you don’t get everything for $150. Am curious about the NT624 and how it compares.

 

[Transam461]

If I purchase a nt500 chrysler can I add Ford and GM,Honda

Yes, just make sure when you order it, to have them send it to you with no car make modules on it, and then you can go online and register your new scanner on Foxwell's site, and download whatever car manufacturers you want, and the first one is free. If you buy it with a certain brand car module already installed, then likely whoever you bought it from has already registered it, to be able to install the car manufacturer software, so you wont be able to add more manufacturers later, or do the free updates either. I bought mine from "quickshipautoparts" on Ebay, and I contacted him about it, and told him I was a mechanic, and would eventually need several car makes added to it, and he recommended that he send it to me unregistered, with no car makes installed, so that's what I did. You can also do your own free updates when you want doing it this way as well.

 

[rhandwor]

What do you need to update the scanner. Do you pull out the card and update the card.

 

[Transam461]

What do you need to update the scanner. Do you pull out the card and update the card.

Yep, and I believe it comes with a USB card reader as well. After you have created an account and register your scanner on Foxwells site, then you just take the card out of the scanner, insert it into the card reader, and then plug it into a USB port on your laptop or desktop, and follow the online instructions on Foxwell's site. Now, one thing you may have to do is upgrade the SD card to a bigger card, if you plan on doing several car makes, so that it has sufficient room to store them. I can't remember what size they come with, its either a 4GB or 8GB I believe? I would however recommend picking up a 16GB or maybe even a 32GB off of Amazon or Ebay, you can pick them up reasonable priced at either of those places. Hope this helps

 

[firworks]

It comes with a 4GB card but that's plenty. I don't think you'd need to upgrade anything and it may not even accept a larger card. At least per some descriptions of the tool it can only have 4 different manufacturer modules loaded on it at a time. For reference, the GM module loaded in mine is 287MB, and the Honda module is 38MB.

 

[Transam461]

It comes with a 4GB card but that's plenty. I don't think you'd need to upgrade anything and it may not even accept a larger card. At least per some descriptions of the tool it can only have 4 different manufacturer modules loaded on it at a time. For reference, the GM module loaded in mine is 287MB, and the Honda module is 38MB.

Well.... that's good to know for sure!! Thanks for the great info Fireworks! I may have been thinking about my Autel MD802, I bought them at the same time, and some people recommend updating the card to a bigger card in one of them, I bet it was the Autel I'm thinking about.

 

[cdeer001]

I have got my autel md802 in 2017,and got my nt510 in 2018.I heard that foxwell is about to launch Foxwell nt530 soon.

Very timely. I'm considering getting one very soon (http://www.foxwelltool.com/wholesale/foxwell-nt530-with-2-free-vehicle-makes-software.html) for DIY usage on a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport and a 2007 Honda Pilot.

 

[charlesparker]

A detailed review about foxwell nt510 might be useful for you. It works well with my bmw, the only disadvantage (i think) of this device is you cannot use it with mac (ios), just notice it.

 

[White 99]

My nt510 is locked up and the warranty is worthless. I have spent months sending emails with no success.

 

[Mr_B]

I think a better autel model would of been more useful in a daily shop .
One scanner never does everything but Autel better models will do a lot for the cost .

 

[Josh Smith]

I found this thread when I was looking for information as to whether the NT510 will quick-learn a 2004 545rfe.

They advertise that it does.

I originally ordered an NT624 Elite because I was told in an email it's supposed to quick-learn Chrysler. Unfortunately, I got it today, and it does not do this. However, it's not advertised to do so, and it's going back.

Josh