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Premium Tech Tool
Information is subject to change at any time without notice. Any printed copy of this bulletin is an uncontrolled document.
What does the “Product Status” tell me?
This is showing you the Hardware and software of the vehicle as
compared to Central Systems. For example, if the Product Status column
is Red, this ECU is not being detected from the vehicle. Check for a video
on instructions.
When will Tech Tool be compatible with Windows 8?
Now For WIN 8 support with Tech Tool, contact the help desk.
What does the “Inconsistent Parameters” in parameter programming
mean?
There are two or more parameters in different ECUs that don’t match.
This can only be changed on the “inconsistent parameter” tab.
Check for a video on instructions.
What is Premium Tech Tool 2?
Premium Tech Tool 2 is the second generation of Premium Tech Tool.
Advancements were made for the OBD2013 and newer Volvo and Mack
vehicles
that are using the 16 pin OBD diagnostic connector.
The 16 pin OBD
connector includes three data links. J1939, J1587 and ISO 15765.
Is Tech Tool 2 reading all three Data Links?
Yes, if you are using 2.02.71 or higher with a compliant interface.
(See the matrix at http://www.volvotrucks.com/trucks/na/en-
us/parts_service/diagnostics/Pages/pt_tool.aspx or
http://www.macktrucks.com/parts-and-services/service-and-
protection/diagnostic-tools/
What are the approved operating systems for Tech Tool 2?
For Tech Tool 2.02.xx - Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 3 or
Windows 7 Professional with SP2.
For Tech Tool 2.03.xx- Windows 7, WIN 8 and 8.1
What would be the PC/system to use for optimum performance?
TT 2 The Panasonic Semi-Rugged CF-5x series, with a Solid State Hard Drive,
I-5
processor,
Windows 7 Professional 64 bit operating system with 4 GB of RAM or
higher.
For Tech Tool 2.03.xx- Windows 7, WIN 8 and 8.1
Processor: Intel i5 or AMD FX 8 core series
Memory: 6 GB (more memory improves performance)
Storage: 120 GB SSD (Solid State Drive)
