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vehicle’s configuration as follows:
A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both
communication and 12V power through a standardized DLC.
A vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies
communication through a DLC connection, and in some cases supplies 12V
power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to the vehicle
battery.
4.2.1 OBD II vehicle Connection
Use the included diagnostic cable (HDB15F to HDB15F diagnostic cable +
HD15F to OBD II adaptor) to connect the VCI device to the vehicle’s DLC port.
1. VCI device
2. HDB15F to HDB15F diagnostic cable
3. HD15F to OBD II adaptor
4. Vehicle’s DLC port
4.2.2 Non-OBD II vehicle Connection
For non-OBDII vehicle, refer to the above figure to make connection.
1. Select the appropriate adaptor according to the vehicle’s DLC port type (4).
2. Replace the HD15F to OBD II adaptor (3) with the target adaptor on the
above figure. Other steps shall also apply.
Note: If the pin of the DLC is damaged or the DLC has insufficient power, you can
get power via either of the following methods:
A. Battery Clamps Cable (not included):
Connect one end of the battery clamps cable to the power jack of the diagnostic cable,
and the other end to the vehicle’s battery.
