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CONTENTS

 

1

 

GENERAL INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 1

 

F

UNCTIONAL 

D

ESCRIPTION

 ................................................................................................. 1

 

T

ECHNICAL 

S

PECIFICATIONS

 ............................................................................................... 2

 

W

IRELESS 

C

OMMUNICATION

 ............................................................................................... 3

 

P

OWER 

S

OURCE

 ............................................................................................................... 3

 

2

 

GETTING STARTED ...................................................................................................... 4

 

P

OWERING 

U

P

 .................................................................................................................. 4

 

F

UNCTION 

B

UTTONS

 .......................................................................................................... 6

 

N

AVIGATION 

B

UTTONS

 ....................................................................................................... 7

 

3

 

EOBD.............................................................................................................................. 8

 

E

XITING 

D

IAGNOSTICS

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4

 

SERVICE ...................................................................................................................... 12

 

A

NTILOCK 

B

RAKE 

S

YSTEM 

(ABS)...................................................................................... 12

 

S

UPPLEMENT 

R

ESTRAINT 

S

YSTEM 

(SRS) .......................................................................... 13

 

O

IL 

R

ESET 

S

ERVICE

 ........................................................................................................ 14

 

E

LECTRONIC 

P

ARKING 

B

RAKE 

(EPB)

 

S

ERVICE

 ................................................................... 14

 

B

ATTERY 

M

ANAGEMENT 

S

YSTEM 

(BMS)

 

S

ERVICE

 .............................................................. 15

 

D

IESEL 

P

ARTICULATE 

F

ILTER 

(DPF)

 

S

ERVICE

 .................................................................... 15

 

S

TEERING 

A

NGLE 

S

ENSOR 

(SAS)

 

S

ERVICE

 ....................................................................... 16

 

T

HROTTLE 

M

ATCH 

S

ERVICE

 .............................................................................................. 17

 

5

 

HISTORY ...................................................................................................................... 18

 

6

 

REPAIR REPORTS ...................................................................................................... 19

 

7

 

MALL ............................................................................................................................ 20

 

P

URCHASE SERVICE SOFTWARE

 ........................................................................................ 20

 

8

 

ME ................................................................................................................................ 21

 

O

RDER 

M

ANAGER

............................................................................................................ 21

 

D

ELETE 

V

EHICLE

 ............................................................................................................. 21

 

D

ATA 

L

OGGING

................................................................................................................ 21

 

VCI

 

C

ONNECTION

 ............................................................................................................ 22

 

VCI

 

M

ANAGER

 ................................................................................................................ 22

 

S

ETTINGS

 ....................................................................................................................... 22

 

Summary of Contents for MaxiAP AP200C

Page 1: ...2 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS 12 SUPPLEMENT RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS 13 OIL RESET SERVICE 14 ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE EPB SERVICE 14 BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BMS SERVICE 15 DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER DPF SERVICE 15 STEERING ANGLE SENSOR SAS SERVICE 16 THROTTLE MATCH SERVICE 17 5 HISTORY 18 6 REPAIR REPORTS 19 7 MALL 20 PURCHASE SERVICE SOFTWARE 20 8 ME 21 ORDER MANAGER 21 DELETE VEHICLE 21 DATA LOGGING ...

Page 2: ...ii USER MANUAL 22 9 PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING 23 VEHICLE LINKING ERROR 23 10 WARRANTY AND SERVICE 24 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY 24 ...

Page 3: ...with an Android or iOS device for quick and easy service functions It is almost compatible with all vehicle models of European Asian and U S vehicles 1996 and newer Functional Description Figure 1 1 Product View 1 Vehicle Data Connector 16 pin connects the MaxiAP AP200C to the vehicle s 16 pin OBDII port directly 2 Power LED indicates system status The power LED displays green blue and red dependi...

Page 4: ...s properly 3 Strap Hole attach the strap to the MaxiAP AP200C NOTE When the MaxiAP AP200C has lost connection from the device for more than 10 minutes the LED goes off and the AP200C enters power saving standby mode The power LED will light when reconnected Technical Specifications Table 1 1 Specifications Item Description Communications BL 4 2 Dual Mode Wireless Frequency 2 4 GHz Input Voltage Ra...

Page 5: ...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 AP200C connector Power Source The MaxiAP AP200C operates on 12 volt vehicle power that it receives through the vehicle data connection port The unit powers on whenever it is connected to an OBDII EOBD compliant data link connector DLC ...

Page 6: ... the registration Log in with your registered email address and password 3 Bind VCI with device On the Bind VCI interface scan the QR code imprinted on the Bluetooth dongle to automatically retrieve the serial number Ensure the email information is correct Tap Bind to pair dongle with device 4 Purchase install software Tap Mall below the list to purchase and install the software selected Full OBDI...

Page 7: ...p right of the Home screen For iOS devices tap Setting Bluetooth of your iOS device to open the Bluetooth function Tap the Bluetooth name on the screen to pair it with the device The Bluetooth name starts with AP followed by the serial number of the dongle Ensure your device s Bluetooth is turned on When the device is successfully paired with the dongle the LED will light solid blue NOTE For iOS d...

Page 8: ...ation Buttons Navigation Buttons Function Buttons The table below briefly describes each of the application buttons in the AP200C system Table 2 1 Application Buttons Button Name Description EOBD Accesses full OBDII EOBD functions Service Accesses service functions menu History Accesses service records with vehicle information and DTCs included Repair Reports Accesses repair reports for EOBD and m...

Page 9: ...ter purchasing and installing the Domestic vehicle and Benz data package Tap on the icon to start vehicle maintenance AP200C BMW For iOS devices this icon will display on the device s desktop after purchasing and installing the BMW data package Tap on the icon to start the vehicle maintenance Navigation Buttons Operations of the Navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen are described in the t...

Page 10: ...ion with the vehicle Auto Scan when this option is selected the diagnostic tool attempts to establish communication using each protocol in order to determine which one the vehicle is broadcasting on Protocol when this option is selected the screen opens a submenu of various protocols A communication protocol is a standardized way of data communication between an ECM and a diagnostic tool Global OB...

Page 11: ...ing diagnostic information by reporting test results after a driving cycle a If a test failed during the driving cycle the DTC associated with that test is reported If the pending fault does not occur again within 40 to 80 warm up cycles the fault is automatically cleared from memory b Test results reported by this service do not necessarily indicate a faulty component or system If test results in...

Page 12: ...e useful after servicing or after erasing a vehicle s control module memory Component Test This service enables bi directional control of the ECM so that the diagnostic tool is able to transmit control commands to operate the vehicle systems This function is useful in determining whether the ECM responds to a command well Vehicle Information The option displays the vehicle identification number VI...

Page 13: ...ectronic control module ECM may occur if communication is disrupted Make sure the wireless connection is properly connected at all times during testing Exit all tests before disconnecting the test connection or powering down the tool ...

Page 14: ...complete the service operations The most commonly performed functions in AP200C include ABS System SRS System Oil Reset Service EPB Service BMS Service DPF Service SAS Service Throttle Match Service Antilock Brake System ABS ABS Anti lock Braking System supports diagnostic and service functions including read erase codes live data and ABS brake bleeding In most vehicles it is made up of an electro...

Page 15: ...shboards and the like When the control module detects a problem with the airbags or sensors the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL will turn on To perform functions in the SRS system tap the SRS icon on the Service page manually select a vehicle make and then tap the Diagnosis or hot function section to choose the specific function you preferred Diagnosis There are three options in the Diagnosis sect...

Page 16: ...tively The applications include deactivating and activating the brake control system assisting with brake fluid control opening and closing brake pads and setting brakes after disc or pad replacement etc EPB Safety It may be dangerous to perform Electronic Parking Brake EPB system maintenance so before you begin the service work please keep these rules in mind Ensure that you are fully familiar wi...

Page 17: ...ith a different capacity mAh the vehicle may require reprogramming the new battery type in addition to performing the battery reset Consult the vehicle manual for additional vehicle specific information Register Battery Replacement This option allows displaying the mileage reading of last battery replacement registering the battery replacement after replacing a new battery and informing the power ...

Page 18: ...eplacing the DPF and when topping up the fuel additive Eolys 3 If the vehicle needs to be driven in order to perform a DPF service ALWAYS have a second person help you One person should drive the vehicle while the other person observes the screen on the Tool Trying to drive and observe the Scan Tool at the same time is dangerous and could cause a serious traffic accident Steering Angle Sensor SAS ...

Page 19: ...f the steering system may have occurred NOTE 1 AUTEL accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from servicing the SAS system When interpreting DTCs retrieved from the vehicle always follow the manufacturer s recommendation for repair 2 Before starting the procedure make sure the vehicle has ESC Look for the button on dash Throttle Match Service Initialize the actuator of the veh...

Page 20: ...ation in an easy to check table list on which you can view summarized details and manually input other information about the test vehicle and services performed etc The History application also provides direct access to the previously tested vehicle and allows you to restart a diagnostic service session without the need to do vehicle identification again Figure 5 1 Sample History Screen ...

Page 21: ...ic and maintenance service sessions A PDF can also be generated for easy viewing sharing and printing After finishing vehicle diagnosis and maintenance service tap Save to create a repair report The repair report is saved under Repair Reports Figure 6 1 Sample Repair Reports Screen ...

Page 22: ...bind the MaxiAP AP200C device with your account ABS and SRS systems are downloaded free and valid for up to a full year you can get it through Mall after successfully binding VCI for the first time 1 Tap the Mall button on the Home screen a list of service functions sorted by alphabet will display 2 The corresponding price of each software is displayed on the right side of the software 3 Tap the p...

Page 23: ...ion can help you manage orders efficiently Delete Vehicle Tap the Delete Vehicle option a list of installed Apps will display There is a Trash icon on the top right of the screen Tap on the icon of unwanted Apps to select and tap Trash icon to uninstall Data Logging The Data Logging section allows you to launch Support platform directly to view all records of all sent or unsent saved data logging ...

Page 24: ...ing and view information about the MaxiAP AP200C system Tap the Log Out button to log out of your account There are four system settings Unit This option allows you to adjust the measurement unit You can tap English or Metric to switch between these two measurement units Tips Reset Tap to reset user guide Clear Cache Tap to clear cache About Tap to displays the current version of the app date and ...

Page 25: ...s to communicate with the vehicle s control module when performing service procedures Please do the following check ups Verify that the ignition is ON Check that the MaxiAP AP200C connector is securely connected to the vehicle s OBDII port Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds Then turn the ignition back on and continue the operation Verify the control module is not defective ...

Page 26: ...he above limitations may not apply to you This warranty does not apply to 1 Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions accident mishandling neglect unauthorized alteration misuse improper installation or repair or improper storage 2 Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed altered or defaced 3 Damage from exposure to excessive temperatures or extre...

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