Thank you for using Godiag M8 Automatic Diagnostic Tool (hereinafter called M8 ).
This manual mainly contains customer support, device overview, device registration
method, device connection, device operation method, and device upgrade method, etc.
Therefore, please read this manual carefully before using the instrument so that you can use it in
a quick and correct way. The manual only introduces how to operate and use the instrument.
Please refer to original repair manual for repair and diagnosis of a specific automobile. The
manual is prepared based on the existing functions and configurations of product. Its contents
are subject to change without notice.
Copyright
The Copyright of this Manual will be belonging to Godiag, Any person and company will be
prohibited to copy or release by any form.
Trade Mark
The trade marks referred and other trade marks in the user manual belong to registered
company.
Customer Support
To obtain the assistance with a question or problems during using Godiag scanner, or to
arrange warranty or non-warranty repairs, to contact our customer support center is provided.
Before contact us:
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Before making a call or Email to our custom support center
1,Your name &address should provided.
2,Serial number of the equipment
3,parts number& quantity of the items to be requested
4,your phone number or email address which our technician may be reached.
Prepare a brief description of the problems ,like
1,When the problems occurred
2,List the errors when display in the laptop
3,Vehicels information( brand,model,year---)
Why using this manual
To increase their effectiveness of Godiag ,familiarize yourself with the format and information
in this manual, so that you can practiced and effectively operate Godiag.
Vehicles system familiarity
Even though M8 is a powerful auto diagnostic tool, but it cannot replace knowledge & skills.
In order to get more better to operate M8 , it is necessary to have a complete understanding
vehicles system.
When using M8to diagnose the vehicles, you’d better also refer service manual and other
similar service bulletins.
For Your Safety
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Warning message alert your to a procedure or practice which, if
not followed correctly, could lead to death or serious injury.
Caution messages alert you to a procedure or practice which , if
not followed correctly, could lead to serious injury and/or property.
Icon Examples
This symbol alerts you to prohibited action
When operate any checking with engine
running in an enclosed place like garage, make
sure there is proper ventilation. Never inhale
exhaust gases.
To help avoid personal injury, always set the
parking brake securely and block the drive
wheels before performing any checks or
repairs on the vehicles.
Drives should not operate the unit while Driving.
-Operating the unit while Driving may result in a traffic accident.
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To ensure proper use of this products and prevent personal injury and property damage,
various graphic displays are used in the user’s manual. The graphic Displays and respective
meanings are described as follows.
Please Note
- Do not explore the PC or M8 to direct sunlight or high temperatures, or leave the unit in sun-heated cars.
Such action may result in system failure
- Store the PC and M8 in a dry environment at room temperatures.
- Protect the PC and M8 from exposure to elements such as rain, dirt dust, food and liquids.
- Be careful when handling the PC and M8.Dropping the units may result in admage.
- Do not expose either unit to engine oil, gasoline, antifreeze or battery acid.
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4. Usage Instruction
4.1 Godiag M8 Software Installation and Configuration
The Instruction on the software and operation system setting in this manual are applicable on
Microsoft Windows XP professional Only.
4.1.1 Steps of Godiag M8 software Installation
1,Double click 【Godia_Setup_V2.9.exe】 which is contained in the CD-ROM.
2, Choose Setup Language then Click 【OK】
3, On the Welcome page ,Press “Next” button to continue the installation or press “Cancel”
to abort installation.
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4, Install System Request, Click【Next】
5, Ready to install the program, Click【Install】
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6, Setup Status. After you that, you will see the page with progress bar moves along the
installation. Click the “cancel” button if you want to abort the installation.
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7, Install CP210X VCP Drives, Click【Next】
7.1 Sign CP210X VCP Drivers License Agreement, Single Click【 I accept the terms of license
agreement】,Click 【Next】