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- Page 1 All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of printing. Autel reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. While information of this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy, no...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 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.
- Page 4 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. ...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1 USING THIS MANUAL ................1 ..................1 ONVENTIONS Bold Text ................... 1 Notes and Important Messages ............1 Hyperlink.................... 2 Illustrations ..................2 2 GENERAL INTRODUCTION ..............3 ................. 3 UNCTIONAL ESCRIPTION ............... 4 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS ............... 5 IRELESS OMMUNICATION .................. - Page 6 ................... 22 EPAIR EPORTS VCI M ................. 22 ANAGEMENT ..................23 ANUAL ....................23 ETTINGS Device Activate ................24 Firmware Update................25 Unit ....................25 Software Update ................25 About ....................26 15 PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING ............27 ................. 27 EHICLE INKING RROR 16 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ............
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Page 7: Using This Manual
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. -
Page 8: Hyperlink
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. -
Page 9: General Introduction
Vehicle Data Connector (16-pin) – connects the MaxiAP AP100 to the vehicle’s 16-pin DLC directly. Power LED – indicates system status. The power LED displays green, blue, red depending on power level and operating state. A. Green Lights solid green when the MaxiAP AP100 is plugged in and not... -
Page 10: Technical Specifications
NOTE When the MaxiAP AP100 has lost connection from the device for more than 10 minutes, the LED goes off and the AP100 enters power saving standby mode. The power LED will light when reconnected. -
Page 11: Wireless Communication
Wireless Communication The MaxiAP AP100 uses 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). Signal lost due to moving out of range will automatically be restored once the device is brought within transmission range to the MaxiAP AP100 connector. -
Page 12: Getting Started
Search for MaxiAP in the 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. - Page 13 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 with the device. The Bluetooth name starts with AP followed by the MaxiAP AP100’s serial number.
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Page 14: Application Buttons
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 Reads the diagnostic trouble codes. See Read Read DTCs DTCs on page 10. Clears the diagnostic trouble codes. See Clear Clear DTCs DTCs... - Page 15 Table 3-2 Navigation Buttons Button Name Description Home Returns to the Home screen. Live Displays system live data. Personal center to register, log in, adjust settings and to view vehicle scan histories.
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Page 16: Read Dtcs
European, Asian, and U.S. OBDII/EOBD compatible vehicles, 1996 and newer. It can also read and clear enhanced codes for engine and transmission systems of GM, Chrysler, and Ford vehicles. Autel provides regular updates for this app that will expand vehicle coverage and access to available modules. -
Page 17: Clear Dtcs
Clear DTCs There are two ways to clear trouble codes. Tap Read DTCs, when the scan completes, tap Clear on the top and select the codes to clear. Clear OBDII codes, Powertrain codes or both OBDII and Powertrain code at once. Wait for codes to clear. Tap Clear DTCs on the Home screen and tap Scan on the top left first. -
Page 18: Freeze Frame
Freeze Frame Freeze Frame provides a snapshot of vehicle data at the instant the Check Engine Light (CEL) display. Tap Freeze Frame. When the scan completes, freeze frame data is available for viewing. Figure 6-1 Sample Freeze Frame Screen... -
Page 19: M Readiness
I/M Readiness This function is used to check the readiness of the monitoring system. It is an excellent function to use prior to state emissions inspection. The MaxiAP AP100 can determine if the vehicle will pass, fail or may pass but the required readiness monitors have not been set. - Page 20 Tap the Scan button at the bottom of the screen to rescan and retrieve the test results. Switch the Auto Scan on allows the app to automatically rescan and retrieve the test results. Table 7-1 Indicator Button Button Description Indicates the monitoring item is complete. Indicates the monitoring item is not complete.
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Page 21: O2 Sensor Monitor
O2 Sensor Monitor This option allows retrieval and viewing of O2 sensor monitor test results for the most recently performed tests from the vehicle’s on-board computer. The O2 Sensor Monitor test function is not supported by vehicles which communicate using a controller area network (CAN). Figure 8-1 Sample O2 Sensor Monitor Screen... -
Page 22: Mode 6
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 9-1 Sample Mode 6 Screen Mode 6 details if the monitors are passing their tests and if the values are within acceptable range. -
Page 23: Vehicle Info
Vehicle Info The app’s embedded AutoVIN technology displays the vehicle identification number (VIN), the calibration identification, the calibration verification number (CVN), vehicle brand, model, year, and other information on the test vehicle. Tap Vehicle Info to view the detailed vehicle information that is based on vehicle VIN. -
Page 24: Vehicle Status
Vehicle Status The Check Engine Light is also known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp, or MIL, and has more information to share than simply being ON or OFF. Tap Vehicle 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. -
Page 25: Repair Reports
Repair Reports The MaxiAP app automatically saves a repair report for each diagnostic session. Based on the trouble codes found in the specific vehicle, a repair report contains the definition of the DTCs (stored, pending, permanent codes and manufacture-specific codes) and possible causes. A PDF can also be generated for easy viewing, sharing, and printing. -
Page 26: Live Data
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 customize range. When this function is selected, the screen displays the data list for the selected module. -
Page 27: Register
Register Tap the Register button on the Settings screen. Enter the email address, verification code and password on the register screen. Tap the Verification code button and an email will be sent to your address. Tap Register to complete the registration. Figure 14-1 Sample Register Screen Log in After registering the tool, log in with your registered email and password. -
Page 28: Online Purchase
Bluetooth name of the MaxiAP AP100 to pair with the device. When the device is successfully paired and communicating with the MaxiAP AP100, the LED on the MaxiAP AP100 lights solid blue. Tap Done on the VCI Management screen to return to the Home Screen. Your MaxiAP AP100 is... -
Page 29: User Manual
Figure 14-3 Sample VCI Management Screen User Manual This option allows you to view the User Manual of MaxiAP AP100. The user manual contains safety instructions, operation instructions, product troubleshooting, and service and support information. Settings Select the Settings application to open a setup screen to adjust the default setting and view information about the MaxiAP system. -
Page 30: Device Activate
Figure 14-4 Sample Settings Screen Device Activate The MaxiAP AP100 needs to be activated after first logging 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 page 6 for VCI connection details. -
Page 31: Firmware Update
Firmware Update This options allows you to update the firmware of the MaxiAP AP100. Connect the device with the Internet and then tap Me>Settings>Firmware Update to download new firmware if available. Figure 14-6 Sample Firmware Update Screen Unit This option allows you to adjust the measurement unit for the diagnostic system. -
Page 32: About
About About displays the following information, current version of the app, Eobd version, Privacy Policy & Terms of Use. Tap Privacy Policy & Terms of Use to view detailed information. Figure 14-7 Sample About Screen... -
Page 33: Product Troubleshooting
This chapter 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: ... -
Page 34: Compliance Information
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: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 35 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: 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.
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Page 36: Warranty And Service
Limited One Year Warranty Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this Autel device that should this product or any part thereof during normal usage and under normal conditions be proven defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure within... -
Page 37: Service And Support
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 Website: www.autel.com Email: ussupport@autel.com ... - Page 38 Address: Office 103, Building 3845, International Business Park, Veracruz, Panamá Pací fico, Panamá AUTEL AUSTRALIA Phone: 03 9480 2978 / +61 476293327 Website: www.autel.com.au Email: sales@autel.com.au Address: 155 Islington Street, Melbourne, Collingwood, VIC For technical assistance in other markets, please contact your local...
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