OBDLINK MX WIFI WINDOWS QUICK START GUIDE
Step 1: Write down the WiFi Key
The factory default WiFi Key is found on bottom of device, is case-sensitive, and includes periods.
Step 2: Download OBDwiz
This step will require your PC to be connected to the Internet.
Download and install the latest version of OBDwiz.
Step 3: Locate the OBD-II diagnostic connector in your vehicle
The diagnostic connector is always located in or near the interior dashboard of your vehicle. The diagnostic connector will usually be exposed, but sometimes it's hidden under a decorative plastic cover, or behind an ashtray or coin tray. The most common location is below the steering column, just below the driver's dash area.
Step 4: Plug OBDLink into your diagnostic connector
Don't use excessive force, but make sure it fits snugly.
OBDLink MX Bluetooth is used in the above video, but the process is the same for all OBDLink devices.
Once plugged in, the 'Power' LED will turn solid green.
For Wi-Fi models, the 'Wi-Fi' light will emit a flash every 3 seconds.
Step 5: Turn ignition key to the 'ON' position
On some vehicles the 'ON' position is marked with the Roman numeral 'II'. If there are no markings, turn the key clockwise and stop just short of starting the engine.
Vehicles with push button start: press the button without stepping on the brake pedal.
Step 6: Connect PC to OBDLink MX via Wi-Fi
Open the Windows System tray and right-click on View Available Wireless Networks.
Select OBDLink MX from available networks, click Connect.
When prompted, enter the WiFi Key your wrote down in Step 2 in the Network key field. Confirm network key and click Connect.
OBDLink MX will be listed as Connected on the list of wireless networks:
Step 7: Connect to your vehicle with OBDwiz
From Windows Start menu, open OBDwiz. On the Setup screen, select Wifi from the Communication Type drop-down list:
OBDwiz default TCP/IP settings work with OBDLink MX Wi-Fi factory settings. Click Connect.
OBDwiz will cycle through all legislated OBD-II protocols and detect which is used by your vehicle. A status screen will indicate progress of the automatic protocol detection:
On many vehicles, there are multiple on-board computers (ECUs) that reside on the OBD-II network.
Since OBD-II protocol dictates that you can only connect to one ECU at a time, it's recommended you connect to the ECU reporting the most Supported PIDs first (you can always re-connect and select an alternate ECU). Click 'Continue'.
Step 8: Accessing Data
OBDWiz can diagnose 'Check Engine' trouble codes, monitor real-time vehicle performance, check emissions readiness, log trips and much more. To begin exploring these capabilities, click on a task along the left-hand side of the main screen:
Each task has multiple tabs that provide more specific information or actions associated with the selected task:
Below each tab, you can click on a specific action button:
