The Autel Diaglink OBD2 Scanner is a specialized tool designed for both DIY enthusiasts and professional technicians. This cost-effective device offers comprehensive diagnostics for a single vehicle brand across all models, delivering exceptional value and functionality comparable to more expensive, full-system diagnostic tools. It’s the perfect entry point into professional-grade automotive diagnostics without breaking the bank.
Key Features that Make the Autel Diaglink Stand Out:
- Genuine Autel Quality: As an original product from Autel, a leading brand in automotive diagnostics, the Diaglink guarantees reliability and performance.
- Free Online Updates: Keep your tool current with the latest software and vehicle coverage through free updates on the Autel official website, ensuring long-term utility and value.
- Innovative “Auto Scan” Function: The Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner’s “Auto Scan” feature streamlines the diagnostic process. This function allows users to quickly assess the health of all vehicle systems, or focus on core systems like engine, transmission, airbag, and ABS. From a single screen, you can view system details, clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), save data, and display DTC information.
- Comprehensive OBDII Diagnostics: The dedicated OBDII Diagnostics function provides rapid access for quick engine system tests on all OBD II compliant vehicles, making it ideal for everyday checks and maintenance.
- Broad Vehicle Compatibility: The DiagLink scanner is compatible with a wide range of OBDII and CAN compliant vehicles, offering extensive system coverage and powerful diagnostic capabilities for a diverse array of car makes and models.
- Multi-Language Support: The tool supports multiple languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Korean, Swedish, Italian, Dutch, and Russian, catering to a global user base. (Language activation is available upon request with your device’s serial number.)
Important Notices Before You Purchase:
- Designed for Personal Use: The Diaglink is ideally suited for home use, particularly for individuals maintaining one or two vehicles.
- One Free Vehicle Software Included: The Diaglink comes with complimentary software for one car brand. Additional vehicle software licenses can be purchased for $10 USD each. For instance, if you own two BMWs, the included software covers both. However, if you own a BMW and an Audi, you would need to purchase an additional software license for the second car brand.
- Lifetime Updates for Initial Software: The included free car software receives lifetime free online updates. Purchased software licenses are valid for one year of updates.
- Diaglink PC Suite Download: Remember to download the Diaglink PC suite from the Autel Official website to manage software and updates.
In-Depth Look at the Autel Diaglink OBD2 Scanner
The Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner is engineered to be a user-friendly yet powerful diagnostic tool, bridging the gap between basic OBD2 code readers and professional-level scanners. As a DIY-focused version of the popular MD802, it offers extensive diagnostic coverage for all electronic systems in OBDII/EOBD and CAN compliant vehicles. This includes essential functions like EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) maintenance and Oil service resets, making it invaluable for routine maintenance and more complex troubleshooting.
This handheld device empowers users to accurately diagnose intricate vehicle issues, providing precise and reliable results. Beyond basic diagnostics, the DiagLink facilitates the safe replacement and recalibration of brake pads on vehicles equipped with EPB systems. It also offers user-friendly oil service reset functions, simplifying routine maintenance tasks.
For DIY users and service workshop technicians alike, the DiagLink supports comprehensive diagnostics across all electronic systems of OBD II/EOBD and CAN compliant makes and models. Its compact, handheld design ensures ease of use, while its powerful capabilities allow for accurate diagnosis of complex problems, significantly enhancing your vehicle service experience.
Key Features and Functionality:
- Multi-Brand Compatibility: Supports a wide range of vehicle brands (refer to the supported car brand list below).
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Service: Enables opening and closing of brake pads electronically, essential for servicing modern braking systems.
- EPB/SBC Trouble Code Management: Reads and clears trouble codes specifically related to EPB and SBC (Sensotronic Brake Control) systems.
- Warning Light Control: Turns off ECU and brake warning lights after repairs are completed.
- EPB/SBC Caliper Diagnostics: Diagnoses the functionality of EPB/SBC calipers to ensure proper brake system operation.
- Audi A8 Service Reset: Resets the brake pad thickness requirement specifically for Audi A8 service procedures.
- Oil Service Reset: Resets oil service mileage indicators, crucial for maintaining accurate service intervals.
- Oil Service Maintenance Support: Supports comprehensive oil service maintenance procedures.
- Full OBDII/EOBD Coverage: Provides complete diagnostic capabilities for all OBDII/EOBD protocols.
- User-Friendly Interface: Features easy-to-follow, step-by-step on-screen instructions for intuitive operation.
- Enhanced Efficiency and Safety: Increases the efficiency of diagnostic and repair processes while ensuring workplace safety, particularly when working with electronic braking systems.
- Color TFT Screen: Equipped with a user-friendly TFT color screen for clear and easy viewing of diagnostic data.
- SD Memory Card: Utilizes an SD memory card for convenient data backup and software updates.
Extensive Vehicle Brand Support:
The Autel Diaglink OBD2 Scanner supports a wide array of car brands, including: Citroen, Peugeot, BMW, Renault, Ford, VW/Audi, Opel, Toyota, Land Rover, Jaguar, GM, Daewoo, Benz, Sprinter, Smart, Chrysler, Volvo, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki, and Saab, among others. This broad compatibility ensures coverage for a significant portion of vehicles on the road.
Alt text: Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner displaying vehicle brand selection menu, highlighting extensive car manufacturer compatibility.
Comprehensive Diagnostic Functions:
- Full System Diagnostics: The Autel Diaglink goes beyond basic engine, transmission, ABS, and SRS diagnostics. It accesses and diagnoses all available vehicle systems, including body, chassis, and powertrain. This all-encompassing capability provides a complete vehicle health check, combining all system access with OBD2 scanner functions, Oil Reset, and EPB service features, all tailored to your chosen vehicle brand.
Alt text: Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner performing full system diagnostic scan, showing system modules being checked.
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OBDII Functions: The Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner provides all essential OBDII functions:
- Read Codes: Retrieves diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) to identify issues.
- Erase Codes: Clears DTCs and resets the check engine light after repairs.
- Live Data: Displays real-time vehicle sensor data for in-depth analysis.
- Freeze Frame: Captures a snapshot of data when a fault code is triggered, aiding in diagnosis.
- I/M Readiness Status: Checks the status of emission systems for emissions testing readiness.
- O2 Monitor Test: Tests oxygen sensors for proper function.
- On-Board Monitor Test: Accesses on-board diagnostic monitoring test results.
- Component Test: Allows for component-level diagnostics and testing.
- Vehicle Information: Displays vehicle information such as VIN, CIN, and CVN.
- Modules Present: Identifies the modules present in the vehicle’s network.
- DTC Lookup: Provides a built-in DTC lookup function to quickly understand fault code definitions.
Alt text: Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner showcasing OBDII functions menu, including read codes, live data, and freeze frame.
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Special Functions:
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Oil Reset: The oil reset function is crucial for vehicles with Engine Oil Life Systems. The Diaglink allows you to reset the system after an oil change, ensuring accurate oil life monitoring and maintaining proper service intervals as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. It’s essential to reset the oil life to 100% after every oil change. For certain vehicles, the tool can also reset additional service lights, such as maintenance cycles and service intervals, similar to BMW’s comprehensive service reset functions covering engine oil, brakes, coolant, and more.
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EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) Service: The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) service function is vital for safely and effectively maintaining electronic braking systems. The Diaglink can deactivate and activate brake control systems, assist with brake fluid control, perform brake diagnostics, open and close brake pads, set brakes after pad or disc replacement, and read and clear EPB/SBC trouble codes. It also retrieves fault code information from the ECU related to the EPB system.
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Alt text: Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner displaying special functions menu, highlighting Oil Reset and EPB Service options.
Technical Specifications:
- Display: 2.8″ TFT color display (320 x 240 resolution)
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
- Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)
- External Power: 12.0 V to 18.0 V (powered via vehicle battery)
Alt text: Close-up of Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner screen, showing clear and readable diagnostic information on color display.
Alt text: Autel Diaglink OBD2 scanner handheld device, showcasing compact and ergonomic design for easy use.
Package Contents:
- 1 x DiagLink Tool
- 1 x User Manual
- 1 x USB Cable
- 1 x OBD-II Cable
- 1 x TF Card
- 1 x Carry Case
Conclusion: The Autel Diaglink – Your Reliable OBD2 Scanner for DIY Car Care
The Autel Diaglink OBD2 Scanner provides an exceptional blend of professional diagnostic features and DIY-friendly affordability. With its full system diagnostic capabilities, special functions like oil and EPB reset, and broad vehicle compatibility, the Diaglink is an invaluable tool for anyone looking to take control of their vehicle maintenance and repair. Whether you’re a seasoned technician or a car enthusiast who enjoys DIY auto work, the Autel Diaglink is designed to empower you with the diagnostic insights you need to keep your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently.
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