Vgate iCar Pro BLE 4.0 Quick Start Guide

Understanding OBDII Compliance

How do I know whether my vehicle is OBDII compliant?

• 1996 or newer model year vehicles sold in the United States.
• 2001 or newer model year gasoline vehicles sold in the European Union.
• 2004 or newer model year diesel vehicles sold in the European Union.

For more information on the OBDII DLC (Data Link Connector), visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Data_link_connector_(automotive)

Supported OBDII Protocols

• SAE J1850 PWM
• SAE J1850 VPW
• ISO 9141-2
• ISO 14230-4 KWP
• ISO 15765-4 CAN

Pairing iCar Pro BLE 4.0 with Your Device

Pairing with an iOS Device

Step 1: Enable Bluetooth on your iPhone.

Important Note for iOS: You may not see the device name "Vgate" in your iPhone's Bluetooth settings. This is normal. The device name is configured within the OBD app settings. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your iOS device and proceed to the app settings.

For iOS supported Bluetooth profiles, refer to: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204387

Step 2: Configure Connectivity Setting on the OBD Auto Doctor App

• Run the OBD Auto Doctor app.
• Tap the 'Extras' button on the Status page.
• Tap 'Connectivity' in the settings menu.
• Select 'Bluetooth' as the adapter type.
• Select 'Vgate' as the device.
• Return to the Status page and click 'Start connect'.
• The adapter will initialize and connect to the vehicle. The Bluetooth indicator LED (BLUE) and OBD data indicator (GREEN) will blink during connection. This may take up to 30 seconds.
• Connected: All LED indicators will be lit when data is syncing from the vehicle.

Pairing with an Android Device

Step 1: Enable Bluetooth on your Android Phone or Pad.

• Enable Bluetooth and ensure visibility.
• Select the device name "Android-Vlink" to pair. Enter the password "1234".
• Get Paired.

Step 2: Configure Connectivity Setting on the OBD Auto Doctor App

• Run the OBD Auto Doctor app.
• Tap the 'Extras' button on the Status page.
• Tap 'Connectivity' in the settings menu.
• Select 'Bluetooth' as the adapter type.
• Search for Bluetooth devices.
• Select "Android-Vlink".
• Return to the Status page and click to start connect.
• The adapter will initialize and connect to the vehicle. The Bluetooth indicator LED (BLUE) and OBD data indicator (GREEN) will blink during connection. This may take up to 30 seconds.
• Connected: All LED indicators will be lit when data is syncing from the vehicle.

Recommended OBDII Apps

• Torque Lite (Most popular, Lite version is free)
• OBD Auto Doctor (Excellent Free app, with in-app Pro upgrade)
• OBD Fusion (Excellent 3rd party app)

Note: Different OBDII apps have different Bluetooth setting steps. Please follow the specific instructions within your chosen app.

Supported Parameters and Sensors

The iCar Pro BLE 4.0 supports standard OBDII parameters (PIDs) as defined in SAE J1979 AUG2014. The actual list of available parameters is vehicle-specific and depends on the sensors equipped in your vehicle.

For a more comprehensive list of supported parameters, refer to: https://www.obdautodoctor.com/obd-parameters

Example Supported Parameters (Not a full list):

• $01 Monitor status since DTCs Cleared
• $02 DTC that caused freeze frame data storage
• $03 Fuel system status
• $04 Calculated load value
• $05 Engine coolant temperature
• $06, $08 Short term fuel trim
• $7, $9 Long term fuel trim
• $0A Fuel pressure
• $0B Intake manifold absolute pressure
• $0C Engine RPM
• $0D Vehicle speed sensor
• $0E Ignition timing advance for #1 Cylinder
• $0F Intake air temperature
• $10 Air flow rate from mass air flow sensor
• $11 Absolute throttle position

Understanding OBD Codes

Example: P0123

• P: Powertrain (Engine & Transmission/Gearbox)
• 0: Generic OBD Code
• 1, 2, 3: Fault description: Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) / Switch A Circuit High Input. This code sets when the PCM detects a voltage higher than the normal upper limit.

Users can search the internet for OBD code meanings and possible causes. For more information on P0123, visit: https://www.obd-codes.com/p0123

LED Indicator Status

• RED: Power indicator. Light will be on.
• GREEN: OBD indicator. Blinks once.
• BLUE: Bluetooth indicator. Off.

Super Power Saving on iCar Pro Series

The iCar Pro allows users to leave it in the OBD Socket without unplugging. It features super low power consumption in sleep mode, down to approximately 2.7mA. The device automatically wakes up when the vehicle ignition is turned to the Key On, Engine Off (KOEO) position. The wake-up speed is fast, in the millisecond range, allowing for quicker diagnostic operations.

Troubleshooting

No LED lighting?

• Check for blown fuses on the vehicle.
• Ensure the adapter is properly installed in the DLC port. Remove and re-insert if necessary.

Product Upgrade and Information

For product upgrades, download the upgrade package and user manual from the official website: http://www.vgatemall.com/downloadcenter

FCC Warning

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.

Contact Information

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