The Autel Ap200 Bluetooth Obd2 Scanner Car Code Reader has become a go-to tool for car enthusiasts and professional mechanics alike. Its portability, ease of use, and comprehensive diagnostic capabilities make it a valuable asset for anyone looking to understand and maintain their vehicle’s health. If you’re considering the Autel AP200, you likely have some questions. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to provide you with the information you need.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Autel AP200:
Brake System Service & EPB Functionality
Q: Will the Autel AP200 open electric parking brakes on vehicles like Audi or BMW?
Yes, the Autel AP200 OBD2 scanner is equipped with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) functionalities. This crucial feature allows you to safely and effectively deactivate and activate the brake control system when servicing your vehicle’s brakes. This capability is essential for tasks such as:
- Brake Fluid Control: Facilitating the bleeding or flushing of brake fluid.
- Opening and Closing Brake Pads: Retracting calipers for brake pad replacement and then properly setting them afterward.
- Setting Brakes After Replacement: Ensuring the EPB system is correctly calibrated after installing new brake discs or pads.
To ensure compatibility and confirm the full range of EPB functions for your specific vehicle model, especially for Audi or BMW, we recommend providing us with your detailed car information. This will allow us to verify the scanner’s capabilities for your particular make and model.
Vehicle Compatibility and Functionality
Q: Is the Autel AP200 compatible with a 2014 Hyundai Equus?
Absolutely, the Autel AP200 OBD2 scanner is indeed compatible with a 2014 Hyundai Equus. To explore the specific diagnostic and service functions the AP200 offers for your vehicle, you can visit the Autel website’s vehicle compatibility check tool. This online resource allows you to input your car’s details and see a comprehensive list of supported functions. You can access this tool directly at: https://pro.autel.com/measurecarApp-1-1.html?m=94&operatorType=1
This link will provide you with a detailed overview of what the Autel AP200 can do for your 2014 Equus, ensuring it meets your diagnostic needs.
Check Engine Light and OBD2 Functions
Q: Can the AP200 reset the check engine light on a 2008 BMW 535i?
Yes, the Autel AP200 code scanner has full OBD2 capabilities. This comprehensive OBD2 functionality means it can reset the check engine light on most vehicles manufactured in 1996 and newer, including your 2008 BMW 535i. The ability to reset the check engine light is a standard yet vital feature, allowing you to clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) after addressing the underlying issue.
Enhanced Diagnostics: Transmission and Beyond
Q: Does this scanner support transmission diagnostics for a 2005 Chrysler?
The Autel AP200 diagnostic scanner offers enhanced diagnostics, which include systems beyond basic OBD2, such as transmission, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), and SRS (Supplemental Restraint System – airbags). For Chrysler models up to 2017, these enhanced diagnostic capabilities are readily available once you’ve added the Chrysler diagnostic support within the Autel app.
Furthermore, the AP200 isn’t limited to just reading codes in these systems. It also provides special service functions like:
- Oil Reset: Resetting the oil life reminder after an oil change.
- EPB Service: As discussed earlier, for electronic parking brake systems.
- TPMS Service: Tire Pressure Monitoring System functions, such as sensor relearn.
- DPF Service: Diesel Particulate Filter regeneration and related services for diesel vehicles.
SRS Code Capability for Volvo
Q: Does the AP200 have SRS code capability for a 2006 Volvo XC70?
Yes, the Autel AP200 OBD2 scanner does include SRS (airbag system) code capability for a 2006 Volvo XC70. This means you can use the AP200 to diagnose issues within your Volvo’s airbag system, read diagnostic trouble codes, and potentially reset warning lights related to the SRS.
System Monitor Status for Emissions Testing
Q: Will the AP200 show the status of system monitors for emissions testing readiness?
Yes, the Autel AP200 OBD2 scanner is designed to show the status of system monitors. This is a crucial feature for determining your vehicle’s readiness for emissions testing. The system monitors are self-tests performed by your vehicle’s computer to ensure all emission control systems are functioning correctly. The AP200 can display whether these monitors have completed their tests and are ready, or if they are still in progress or have failed.
To ensure accurate readings and confirm specific monitor availability for your vehicle, providing us with your detailed car information is recommended.
App Availability and In-App Purchases
Q: Is the Autel AP200 app free? Are there in-app purchases?
The Autel AP200 app itself is free to download from both the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store. Upon your initial purchase of the AP200 scanner, you receive one free vehicle-specific software package. This free software allows you to perform special functions and enhanced diagnostics for one car brand of your choice.
To expand vehicle coverage and access diagnostic capabilities for additional vehicle manufacturers, in-app purchases are available. These purchases are priced at $21.99 for iOS devices and $15.99 for Android devices per vehicle brand software. This flexible purchase model allows you to customize the AP200’s capabilities to match the vehicles you service.
TPMS Sensor Relearn Functionality
Q: Does the Autel AP200 Bluetooth OBD2 scanner have the ability to relearn TPMS sensors?
Yes, the Autel AP200 Bluetooth OBD2 scanner does have the capability to relearn TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensors. This function is essential when you replace TPMS sensors, rotate tires (on some vehicles), or need to reset the TPMS system after tire repairs or inflation adjustments. The TPMS relearn feature ensures that your vehicle correctly recognizes the new or repositioned TPMS sensors, maintaining the accuracy of your tire pressure monitoring system.
BCM and System-Wide Diagnostics
Q: Will the AP200 test the BCM (Body Control Module) as well as systems like the instrument cluster?
Yes, the Autel AP200 OBD2 scanner is designed to diagnose all vehicle systems, including the BCM. The BCM controls a wide array of functions throughout your vehicle’s body, including lighting, power windows, door locks, and more. Beyond the BCM, the AP200’s comprehensive diagnostic capabilities extend to other modules and systems, such as the instrument cluster, engine control unit (ECU), transmission control module (TCM), ABS, SRS, and many others. This system-wide diagnostic approach makes the AP200 a powerful tool for identifying and troubleshooting issues across your vehicle’s various electronic systems.
Throttle Body Relearn Capability
Q: Can this scanner relearn the throttle body?
Yes, the Autel AP200 code scanner is capable of performing throttle body relearn procedures. Throttle body relearn, also known as throttle valve adaptation, is often necessary after cleaning or replacing the throttle body, or sometimes after disconnecting the battery or performing ECU resets. This procedure ensures the engine control unit (ECU) correctly learns the idle position of the throttle body, which is crucial for proper engine idle and performance.
Device Compatibility: Samsung Galaxy S10
Q: Will the AP200 work on a Samsung Galaxy S10? Will it diagnose ABS and airbags and clear codes?
Yes, this Bluetooth scan tool is compatible with Samsung Galaxy S10 devices, as well as a wide range of other Android and iOS smartphones and tablets. Furthermore, it absolutely will diagnose ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and airbag (SRS) systems, and it can clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) from these and other systems. The ability to diagnose ABS and SRS issues and clear codes are important safety-related functionalities of the Autel AP200.
ABS and Traction Control Code Scanning
Q: Does the AP200 scan for ABS and traction control codes?
Yes, the Autel AP200 code reader can indeed scan for codes from the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and traction control systems. These systems are critical for vehicle safety, and the AP200 provides the ability to read diagnostic trouble codes, helping you pinpoint issues within these vital systems.
Image showing the Autel AP200 Bluetooth OBD2 scanner connected to a vehicle’s OBD2 port, highlighting its compact design and ease of use.
Close-up image of the Autel AP200 Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, emphasizing its small form factor and the Bluetooth connectivity symbol.
Autel AP200 Specifications:
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Communications | BL 4.2 Dual-Mode |
| Wireless Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Input Voltage Range | 9 VDC to 26 VDC |
| Supply Current | 100 mA @ 12 V |
| Sleep Mode Current | 3 mA @ 12 V |
| Operating Temp. | 0°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temp. | -20°C to 70°C |
We hope this FAQ section has addressed your queries about the Autel AP200 Bluetooth OBD2 Scanner Car Code Reader. It’s a powerful and versatile tool designed to empower you with vehicle diagnostic capabilities at your fingertips.
