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Safety Information For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the device and vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that the safety instructions presented throughout this manual be read and understood by all persons operating or coming into contact with the device. There are various procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for servicing vehicles, as well as in the skill of the person doing the work.
Safety Instructions The safety messages herein cover situations Autel is aware of. Autel cannot know, evaluate or advise you as to all of the possible hazards. You must be certain that any condition or service procedure encountered does not jeopardize your personal safety. DANGER When an engine is operating, keep the service area WELL VENTILATED or attach a building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system.
time. Any distraction may cause an accident. Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced and adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the test equipment. To avoid damaging the test equipment or generating false data, make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and secure. Do not place the test equipment on the distributor of the vehicle.
CONTENTS 1 USING THIS MANUAL ........................................................................... 1 CONVENTIONS ......................................................................................... 1 Bold Text ........................................................................................... 1 Notes and Important Messages .......................................................... 1 Hyperlink............................................................................................
VCI MANAGEMENT ................................................................................. 21 SETTINGS .............................................................................................. 22 Device Activate ................................................................................ 23 Firmware Update.............................................................................. 24 Unit ..................................................................................................
1 Using This Manual This manual contains device usage instructions. Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional equipment that are not included in your system. Contact your sales representative for availability of other modules and optional tools or accessories. Conventions The following conventions are used. Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options. Example: Tap OK.
Important IMPORTANT indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the test equipment or vehicle. Example: IMPORTANT Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Replace damaged cables immediately. Hyperlink Hyperlinks, or links, that take you to other related articles, procedures, and illustrations are available in electronic documents. Blue italic text indicates a selectable hyperlink and blue underlined text indicates a website link or an email address link.
2 General Introduction The wireless diagnostic interface MaxiAP AP100 is a small interface box used to connect to a vehicle’s diagnostic connector (DLC) and connect wirelessly with the iOS or Android devices for vehicle data transmission, making your iOS or Android devices (hereinafter referred to as device or devices) into a powerful diagnostic tool.
connected with the device. B. Blue Lights solid blue when the device is connected with the MaxiAP AP100 via Bluetooth. Flashes blue when the device is communicating with the MaxiAP AP100, for example when the device is reading Engine DTCs. C. Red Lights solid red when the MaxiAP AP100 is updating the firmware or the update failed. NOTE The power LED goes off when the MaxiAP AP100 disconnects with the device for over 10 minutes and enters the standby mode with low power consumption.
Wireless Communication The MaxiAP AP100 supports BT communication. It can transmit vehicle data to your iOS or Android devices without a physical connection. The working range for BT communication is about 33 feet (about 10 m). A signal lost due to moving out of range automatically restores itself when the device is brought closer to the MaxiAP AP100 connector. Power Source The MaxiAP AP100 operates on 12-volt vehicle power, which it receives through the vehicle data connection port.
3 Getting Started NOTE The images and illustrations depicted in this manual may differ from the actual ones. The user interface for iOS & Android devices might be slightly different. Powering Up 1. 2. 3. Download & installation Search for MaxiAP from App Store or Google Play to download and install to your device. Or scan the QR code to download the MaxiAP AP100 app. Register & login Open the MaxiAP app and select Connect later. Tap Me at the bottom and then tap Register.
5. VCI Connection Tap Me>VCI Management or the VCI button on the top left of the Home screen to enter the VCI Management screen. Tap the Bluetooth name of the MaxiAP AP100 and pair up with the device. The Bluetooth name starts with AP followed by the MaxiAP AP100’s serial number. Turn on the device’s Bluetooth beforehand for connection. When the device is successfully paired up and communicating with the MaxiAP AP100, the LED on the MaxiAP AP100 lights solid blue.
③ Navigation Buttons Application Buttons The table below briefly describes each of the applications in the MaxiAP system. Table 3-1 Applications Button Name Description Read DTCs Reads the diagnostic trouble codes. See Read DTCs on page 10. Clear DTCs Clears the diagnostic trouble codes. See Clear DTCs on page 11. Repair Reports Generates repair reports for test vehicles. See Repair Reports on page 12. Smog Check Checks the readiness of the monitoring system. See Smog Check on page 13.
Table 3-2 Navigation Buttons Button Name Description Home Returns to the Home screen. Live Displays system live data. Me Personal center for register, log in, settings, etc.
4 Read DTCs This option can read and clear pending, stored, permanent codes for 1996 and newer European, Asian, and U.S. OBDII/EOBD compatible vehicles. It can also read and clear enhanced codes for engine and transmission systems of GM, Chrysler, and Ford vehicles. The vehicle coverage and available modules will be increased with regular software update. Tap > to view the details of a specific DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes).
5 Clear DTCs There are two ways to clear trouble codes. 1. 2. Tap Read DTCs, when the scan completes, tap Clear on the top and pick the codes you want to clear. You can clear Engine codes, ABS codes or both at the same time. Wait for codes to be cleared. Clear codes directly from the Home screen without having to read codes first. Again, you can clear Engine codes, ABS codes or both at the same time. Now, wait for codes to be cleared. In the Clear DTCs screen, you can tap Clear all or Choose to clear.
6 Repair Reports The MaxiAP app automatically saves a repair report for each diagnostic session that can tell you what is wrong with your vehicle. Based on the trouble codes in the specific vehicle, a repair report contains the definition of the DTCs (stored codes, pending codes, permanent codes and manufacture-specific codes) and possible causes. It can also generate a pdf file for easy viewing, sharing, and printing.
7 Smog Check This function is used to check the readiness of the monitoring system. It is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for state emissions compliance. The AP100 can tell you if you are ready for your test, if you will fail your test, or if you may fail your test.
Table 7-1 Indicator Button Button Description Indicates the monitoring item is complete. Indicates the monitoring item is not complete. Indicates the MIL is on. Indicates the MIL is off. Indicates the monitoring item is not supported.
8 Mode 6 Mode 6 refers to the advanced test results for On-Board Diagnostic System Monitors. Example monitors include Oxygen Sensors and Misfire Counters. Figure 8-1 Sample Mode 6 Screen Mode 6 will tell you if the monitors are passing their tests and if the values are within acceptable range. For each test, the result displays six parameters, MID, TID, Module ID, Value, Min, and Max. MID (Monitor ID) represents what is being tested. TID (Test ID) represents what specific test is being running.
9 Freeze Frame Freeze Frame provides a snapshot of vehicle data at the instant the Check Engine Light (CEL) came on. Tap Freeze Frame. When the scan completes, freeze frame data is available to be viewed.
10 Vehicle Info With the embedded AutoVIN technology, this option displays the vehicle identification number (VIN), the calibration identification, the calibration verification number (CVN), vehicle brand, model, year, and other information of the test vehicle. Tap Vehicle Info to view the detailed vehicle information that is based on vehicle VIN. If the vehicle VIN is not automatically retrieved, tap the Input VIN to search or Scan VIN, or choose the vehicle year and model step by step.
11 MIL Status The Check Engine Light is also known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp, or MIL, and has more information to share besides being ON or OFF. Tap MIL Status to display the MIL related information. The information mainly include, MIL Status (ON or OFF), Run Time Since Engine Start, Distance with MIL ON, and Distance Since Trouble Code Cleared. These supported parameters vary by test vehicle.
12 Live Data Tap Live to view the list of available live data. Tap the button to view the details of a specific live data. The details screen displays the descriptions and you can change the display mode, unit, and custom range. When this function is selected, the screen displays the data list for the selected module. The items available for any control module vary by vehicle. The parameters display in the order that they are transmitted by the ECM, so expect variation between vehicles.
13 Me Register 1. 2. 3. Tap the Register button on the Settings screen. Enter the email address, verification code and password accordingly in the register screen. The verification code will be sent to your email address after you tap the Verification code button. Tap Register at the end to complete the registration. Figure 13-1 Sample Register Screen Log in After registering the tool, log in with your registered email and password.
Figure 13-2 Sample Log in Screen Online purchase Online purchase will direct you to the Autel store, you can buy Autel products online with this function. Repair Reports All the repair reports of each diagnostic session are saved here for review. Please refer to Repair Reports on page 12 for details. VCI Management Manages the Bluetooth connection. To connect the device with the MaxiAP AP100, turn on the device’s Bluetooth beforehand. Tap the Bluetooth name of the MaxiAP AP100 to pair up with the device.
Figure 13-3 Sample VCI Management Screen Settings Select the Settings application to open a setup screen to adjust the default setting and view information about the MaxiAP system. There are five system settings.
Figure 13-4 Sample Settings Screen Device Activate The MaxiAP AP100 needs to be activated after first log in. Connect the device with the MaxiAP AP100 connector and then tap Me>Settings>Device Activate in the app to activate the device. Please refer to Powering Up on page 6 for VCI connection details.
Firmware Update This options allows you to update the firmware of the MaxiAP AP100 connector. Connect the device with the Internet and then tap Me>Settings>Firmwadumre Update to update if new firmware version is available. Figure 13-6 Sample Firmware Update Screen Unit This option allows you to adjust the measurement unit for the diagnostic system. You can tap Imperial or Metric to switch between these two measurement units.
About The About option displays the following information, current version of the app, Eobd version, User Manual, Privacy Policy & Terms of Use. You can tap User Manual and Privacy Policy & Terms of Use to view detailed information.
14 Product Troubleshooting This part describes problems that you may encounter while using the MaxiAP AP100. Vehicle Linking Error A communication error occurs if the MaxiAP AP100 fails to communicate with the vehicle’s control module when performing diagnostic procedures. Please do the following check-ups: Verify that the ignition is ON. Check if the MaxiAP AP100 connector is securely connected to the vehicle’s DLC. Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds.
15 Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID: WQ82017MAXIAP This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This device may not cause harmful interference. 2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. RoHS COMPLIANCE This device is declared to be in compliance with the European RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
16 Warranty and Service Limited One Year Warranty Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd.
IMPORTANT All contents of the product may be deleted during the process of repair. You should create a back-up copy of any contents of your product before delivering the product for warranty service. Service and Support If you have any questions regarding the product, please contact one of our offices in your region. AUTEL NORTH AMERICA Phone: 855-AUTEL-US (855-288-3587) Monday-Friday 9am-6pm EST Website: www.autel.com Email: ussupport@autel.
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