Vgate vLinker FD+ OBD2 Car Diagnostic Tool User Manual

1. Танилцуулга

The Vgate vLinker FD+ is an advanced OBD2 car diagnostic tool designed for comprehensive vehicle diagnostics and programming, especially for Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It supports a wide range of protocols and offers Bluetooth 3.0/4.0 connectivity for Android and iOS devices, enabling users to read/clear DTCs, monitor engine parameters, activate hidden functions, and more.

2. Багцын агуулга

• 1 x Vgate vLinker FD+ (BT3.0/BT4.0 version)
• 1 х хэрэглэгчийн гарын авлага

3. Техникийн үзүүлэлтүүд

4. Тохиргоо

4.1 Техник хангамж суурилуулах

1. Locate your vehicle's OBD2 diagnostic port. This is typically found under the dashboard on the driver's side.
2. Insert the Vgate vLinker FD+ device firmly into the OBD2 port.
3. Turn the vehicle's ignition to the 'ON' position (engine off). The device's indicator lights should illuminate.

4.2 Програм хангамж суурилуулах

Download a compatible OBD2 diagnostic application from your device's app store (e.g., Google Play Store for Android, Apple App Store for iOS). Recommended applications include Torque Lite, OBD2 Fusion, BimmerCode, JScan, FORScan Lite, and OBD Auto Doctor.

4.3 Bluetooth Connection (Android)

1. Адаптерийг машины OBD интерфейс рүү оруулна уу. Түлхүүрийг асаах хөдөлгүүрийг унтраах байрлалд асаана уу.
2. Open the Bluetooth settings on your Android device and wait for available devices.
3. Tap "vLinker FD" to pair. If "vLinker FD-Android" does not show under "Available Devices", tap "Scan".
4. Enter the pairing code: 1234.
5. Successfully paired with "vLinker FD".
6. Open your chosen diagnostic application (e.g., FORScan Lite).
7. Go to the app's settings, select "Connection type" as "Bluetooth", and choose "vLinker FD" from the list of Bluetooth devices.
8. Холболт амжилттай болтол хүлээнэ үү.

4.4 Bluetooth Connection (iOS)

For iOS devices using the BT4.0 version, connect to Bluetooth directly within the diagnostic application. Do NOT connect to Bluetooth through your phone's general settings.

Video demonstrating the unboxing and Bluetooth connection process for the vLinker FD+.

5. Ашиглалтын заавар

5.1 General OBD2 Functions

Once connected, your diagnostic application will allow you to access various OBD2 functions:

• Код унших: Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the vehicle's ECU.
• Кодуудыг устгах: Clear DTCs and turn off the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
• DTC хайлт: Get descriptions for retrieved trouble codes.
• EVAP системийн туршилт: Monitor the Evaporative Emission Control System.
• I/M бэлэн байдал: Check the status of emission-related diagnostic monitors.
• MIL Fault Light: Indicates the status of the Malfunction Indicator Light.
• Өгөгдлийн урсгал: View real-time sensor data.
• Шууд өгөгдөл: Access live parameters from the vehicle.
• Хүрээг царцаах: View DTC тохируулсан үеийн мэдрэгчийн өгөгдлийн агшин зураг.
• O2 мэдрэгчийн туршилт: Хүчилтөрөгчийн мэдрэгчийн ажиллагааг хянах.
• Тээврийн хэрэгслийн мэдээлэл: Retrieve vehicle identification number (VIN) and other details.
• Хяналтын самбар дээрх туршилт: Онгоцны оношилгооны хяналтын шинжилгээний үр дүнд хандах.

5.2 Special FORScan Functions (Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, Mercury)

The vLinker FD+ is specifically optimized for FORScan software, allowing access to advanced programming and diagnostic features for compatible vehicles:

• Автоматаар түгжих
• Speeding reminder
• Emergency brake flashing lights
• Lock the car and whistle
• Ксенон лamp горим
• One-click skylight
• Дугуйн даралтыг хянах
• Snowflake logo
• Круз функц
• Луужин
• Average (instantaneous) fuel consumption
• ЭКО эрчим хүч хэмнэх горим
• Steering power adjustment

5.3 Auto Sleep and Wake-up

The vLinker FD+ features intelligent power management. If there is no data communication on the serial port and OBD bus within 20 minutes, the device automatically enters sleep mode. It can wake up in two ways:

• Wakes on OBD bus activity.
• Wakes on Battery Voltage өөрчлөлт.

6. Дэмжигдсэн протоколууд

The vLinker FD+ supports a comprehensive set of protocols, covering almost 99% of OBDII cars on the market:

6.1 Multiple Protocols

• 15 ELM format protocols
• 23 STN format protocols
• Up to 64 user-defined protocols

6.2 OBDII 5 Standard Protocols

• SAE J1850 VPW
• SAE J1850 PWM
• ISO 9141-2
• ISO 14230-4
• ISO 15765-4 БОЛНО

6.3 Additional Protocols

• SAE J1939 CAN
• ISO 11898 (түүхий CAN)
• Medium Speed (MS CAN)

7. Алдаа засах

• Connection Issues (iOS BT4.0): If using an iOS device with the BT4.0 version, ensure you connect to Bluetooth directly within the diagnostic application. Do not attempt to pair or connect via your iPhone's general Bluetooth settings.
• No Data Communication: If the device enters sleep mode (no data communication for 20 minutes), it will wake up automatically upon OBD bus activity or a change in battery voltage. Ensure your vehicle's ignition is on.
• Аппликейшн төхөөрөмжийг илрүүлэхгүй байна: Double-check that the vLinker FD+ is securely plugged into the OBD2 port and that your device's Bluetooth is enabled. Verify the correct connection type and device selection within your diagnostic app's settings.
• Буруу уншилтууд: Ensure your diagnostic app is up-to-date. Some advanced functions or specific vehicle models may require specific app versions or configurations.

8. Хэрэглэгчийн зөвлөмж

• Software Costs: While the vLinker FD+ is compatible with various diagnostic software like FORScan, some advanced functions or the software itself may require additional payment to the software developer. The adapter only provides the hardware interface.
• Програм хангамжийн шинэчлэлтүүд: The device features a secure bootloader for easy firmware updates. Check the Vgate official website or your diagnostic app for available updates to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
• Тээврийн хэрэгслийн нийцтэй байдал: The vLinker FD+ is universally compatible with Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, and supports almost 99% of OBDII cars. However, specific advanced features may vary by vehicle model and year.

9. Засвар үйлчилгээ

• Төхөөрөмжийг цэвэр, тоос, чийгээс хол байлга.
• Төхөөрөмжийг ашиглаагүй үед сэрүүн, хуурай газар хадгална.
• Төхөөрөмжийг унагах эсвэл хүчтэй нөлөөнд оруулахаас зайлсхий.
• Төхөөрөмжийг задлах эсвэл өөрчлөх гэж бүү оролдоорой, учир нь энэ нь баталгааг хүчингүй болгоно.

10. Баталгаат хугацаа ба дэмжлэг

The Vgate vLinker FD+ comes with a 2-year official store warranty. For any technical assistance or support, please contact the Vgate Official Store. They aim to answer all messages within 24 hours.