Scantool OBDLink SX User Manual

LOCK
ACC
ON
START
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The LED will turn yellow when you connect SX to the
PC’s USB port.
Connect SX to the PC
Turn ignition to “Key On, Engine O ”
The OBD port is usually found on the driver’s side,
under the dash.
Can’t  nd your OBD port?
Visit obdport.info
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Plug SX into the OBD port
OBDLink SX
Quick Start Guide
Windows
Point your browser to
obdlink.com/software
Download “OBDwiz for Windows”. Run the installer
to setup the software.
Click Start > Programs > OBDwiz > OBDwiz. When
prompted, enter the license key.
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Install OBDwiz software
— Using Windows XP or Vista? Download the drivers at
obdlink.com/support/sxusb
— Using Windows XP or Vista? Click ‘Auto Detect’  rst.
— Red LED? Drivers were not installed properly.
The LED will turn green.
— Yellow LED? Check OBD port, auxiliary port, and
the cigarette lighter for blown fuses.
— License key can be found on an insert included with
your purchase.
Vehicles with push button start: press the
button without stepping on the brake pedal.
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Launch OBDwiz software
Connect to your vehicle
Click the ‘Connect’ button:

Scantool OBDLink SX Specifications

General

Brand	Scantool
Model	OBDLink SX
Category	Other
Language	English

Summary

Install OBDwiz Software

Download and Install

Point your browser to obdlink.com/software and download "OBDwiz for Windows". Run the installer.

Connect OBDLink SX to PC

Connection Indicator

The LED turns yellow upon connecting SX to the PC's USB port, indicating successful connection.

Troubleshoot Red LED

A red LED suggests driver issues; download drivers from obdlink.com for older Windows versions.

Plug SX into Vehicle's OBD Port

OBD Port Location

The OBD port is typically located on the driver's side, underneath the dashboard.

Locating OBD Port Help

If the OBD port cannot be found, visit obdport.info for assistance.

Turn Ignition to Key On, Engine Off

Ignition State Indicator

The LED turns green, confirming the ignition is in the "Key On, Engine Off" state.

Push Button Start Operation

For vehicles with push-button start, press the button once without applying the brake pedal.

Troubleshoot Yellow LED

A yellow LED may indicate blown fuses in the OBD port, auxiliary, or cigarette lighter sockets.

Launch OBDwiz Software

Software Launch Procedure

Click Start > Programs > OBDwiz > OBDwiz. Enter the license key when prompted.

License Key Information

The license key is provided on a separate insert included with your purchase.

Connect to Vehicle via Software

Initiate Software Connection

Click the 'Connect' button within the OBDwiz software to establish a link with the vehicle.

Auto-Detect for Older OS

For Windows XP or Vista users, click 'Auto Detect' first before attempting to connect.