Snap-On APOLLO D8 User Manual

Data Cable / Connections Data Cable Connection (OBD-II/EOBD Vehicles)
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4.1.2 Data Cable Connection OBD-I Vehicles
For most OBD-I (non-OBD-II/EOBD) compliant vehicles you can use the supplied
DA-4 data cable with the optional DA-5 adapter and an optional manufacturer
specific OBD-I adapter(Figure 4-5).
a. The 26-pin end “A” of the DA-4 cable (Figure 4-5) connects to the diagnostic
tool.
b. The16-pin end “B” of the DA-4 cable (Figure 4-5) connects to the DA-5
adapter “C”.
c. One end of the manufacturer specific adapter “D” (Figure 4-5) connects to
the to the DA-5 adapter.
d. The other end of the manufacturer specific adapter “E” (Figure 4-5) connects
to the vehicle.
Figure 4-5 Typical connections using DA-5 adapter (two examples)
IMPORTANT
Only use original Snap-on data cables and accessories with your
diagnostic tool. Total data cable length must not exceed 114.17 inches
(2.9 meters).
Optional OBD-I Data Cables and Adapters
• An optional OBD-I data cable adapter (DA-5) is available, which allows
connection of the supplied DA-4 (OBD-II/EOBD) cable to the DA-5 adapter.
The DA-5 adapter connects to the manufacturer specific OBD-I adapter. This
may be used instead of the optional OBD-I data cable.
• An optional OBD-I data cable is available, which allows direct connection
between the diagnostic tool and the manufacturer specific OBD-I adapter. This
may be used instead of the optional DA-5 adapter.
• An optional U.S. domestic and Asian vehicle OBD-I adapter kit is available
for select vehicles. The kit includes multiple manufacturer specific adapters and
cables for OBD-I connection.
• An optional European vehicle OBD-I adapter kit is available for select
vehicles. The kit includes multiple manufacturer specific adapters, cables and
personality keys, providing OBD-I connection capabilities for select vehicles
such as Mercedes Benz, VW and BMW. Depending on your diagnostic tool,
optional European vehicle software may be required.
Contact your sales representative to purchase all optional accessories and
software.
DA-4 Data Cable DA-5 OBD-I Adapter
U.S. Domestic OBD-I
Typical - OBD-I Manufacturer
Specic Adapter
(e.g. CHRY-1 shown)
To Diagnostic Tool
European OBD-I
Typical - OBD-I Manufacturer
Specic Adapter
(e.g. BM-1B shown)
To Vehicle
“A”
“A”
“B”
“B”
“C”
“C”
“D”
“D”
“E”
“E”

Snap-On APOLLO D8 Specifications

General

Brand	Snap-On
Model	APOLLO D8
Category	Diagnostic Equipment
Language	English