Hi, all. When i change the brake fluid, I accidentally emptied the fluid resolver when using a power bleeder, so air got into the abs unit. Now the pedal is spongy. So I get the schwaben scan tool to bleed the abs system. But i got some problem using it.
First, the system could not automatically read my vin number, so i need to select the car model every time. Is this the case for everybody?
Second, when i choose service>chassis>ABS/DSCservice the screen seems freeze for a few seconds, and doesn't actually do anything.
Anyone here familiar with the scan tool can help me out? Thanks

 

I can't help you with your bleeding problem, but I have a F56 JCW and it can not read my vin either. It doesn't work as advertised and trying to get Foxscanner (Original Manufacturer) to address the problems is like pulling teeth. You have to do everything in email and half the time they don't understand the problem. They also say that they are working on an update. That update has never came. I will never buy another one of their scanners.

 

Just saw this, you will have to register and update the scanner. If the vin is brand new and the car came right off the boat. It might not find it as the VINs take some time to get recorded. You can always use the select your model option. If you have any more problems you can always PM me and I am here to help. The bleeder worked on my Gen 1 and Gen 2 MINI fine. Sounds like an update is needed.

This is the correct site as some people go to the wrong site thinking its foxwell when it's not.

http://www.foxwelltech.com/support/


Here is the main link to follow for updates: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d-q-and-a.html

 

I did register and get the only update for the scanner but it still will not read my vin. My car was put into service March of 17, They said there is another update coming but so far none have shown up. I use if for my VW's and paid for that program and it does a lot of functions for them, but really nothing for the Mini. I am disappointed in the scanner capabilities, but at least I can read and reset codes if I ever have any.

 

Ok, yes, that a newer car. For newer MINIs some options will come with time. I find the R55-R61 (gen 2 MINI)coverage very good. VW/audi is different from MINI / BMW as their platform is more open to coding and options. Whereas MINI / BMW may not have as many options. Think like this: VAG is more open book and BMW group likes to keep things secretive and locked.

Have you gone through all the screens and options? I found a lot of test functions for MINI.

 

I updated the system
can you please walk me through the manual how to activate the brake bleed mode?
also when use the bleed mode, do you attach powerbleeder to the resoviour or do you leave the cap open close?
thanks

 

You just activate it and it pulsates the ABS very fast to get the air out. Then you bleed the brakes as normal with it off.

 

To clarify, do you bleed all 4 brakes in
the usual order, then activate the ABS pump,
then bleed all 4 again, or activate before each
wheel’s second bleed?

 

The Foxwell NT510 does NOT activate the ABS pump on a 2012 S hardtop N18 engine. Here is what they responded:

Sorry that our old device truly have this issue. we will improve it in new version product. So far, couldn't fix it. thank you.

 

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