by Why should I use an OBDSTAR FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter to read/clear code with Vident iLink/iAuto/iSmart Scan Tool? Do all car models need the cable? How to use? This post will give you answer.
What’s OBDSTAR FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter?
All 2018 FCA (FIAT/CHRYSLER/ALAFA ROMEO) vehicles are equipped with SGW safety gateway modules to prevent access to the vehicle from the OBD2 port via a non-original diagnostic scanner. The purpose of the FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter cable is to prevent attacks on the vehicle network via CAN bus.
What’s the function of OBDSTAR FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter?
Read fault code
Clear fault code
Identify VIN
Active test
Coding
ECU programming, etc.
Used with other diagnostic devices to read and clear fault code
Which Vident scan tool is compatible with FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter?
All Vident iLink/iAuto/iSmart san tools need to work with FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter cable to do the functions above for the car models after year 2018.
Available VIDENT scan tool: VIDENT iAuto708 (Item No.SC508), VIDENT iAuto708 Lite (Item No.SC508-B), VIDENT iAuto708 Pro (Item No.SC508-C), VIDENT iAuto700 (Item No.SC371), VIDENT iLink400 (Item No.SC367) and VIDENT iLink450 (Item No.SC370) and VIDENT iSmart900 (Item No.SP329).
Which car models are supported by FCA 12+ 8 Universal Adapter?
Chrysler 2018- Chrysler 300
2018- Chrysler Pacifica
Dodge 2018- Dodge Challenger
2018- Dodge Charger
2018- Dodge Durango
2018- Dodge Journey
2018- Dodge Ram
Jeep 2018- Jeep Cherokee
2018- Grand Cherokee
2018- Jeep compass
2018- Jeep Wrangler
2018- Jeep Renegade
Fiat 2018- Fiat
Maserati 2018- Maserati and Ghibli
How to use OBDSTAR FCA Adapter?
Step 1: Locate and unplug the 12 PIN& 8 PIN connectors of the SGW module
Step 2: Connect the FCA 12+8 directly to the 12PIN and 8 PIN connector on the car (two connectors connected to the SGW)
Step 3: Achieve normal communication with the car
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