[sheepdogtrail]

John,

Once you have it up and running with the MX scanner can you let us know how much functionality it gives you. Can you access all modules?

I have the LX scanner and the AppCar software and I can access the functionality listed from AppCar Ram 1500 page. Just wondering what additional functions you may gain with the MX version of the reader.

 

[shaggn85]

John,

Once you have it up and running with the MX scanner can you let us know how much functionality it gives you. Can you access all modules?

I have the LX scanner and the AppCar software and I can access the functionality listed from AppCar Ram 1500 page. Just wondering what additional functions you may gain with the MX version of the reader.

I have a key fob thats acting up. Man it would br nice if thid software could reprogram keys.

 

[Discord]

Interesting, especially if it'll do all that it says for $49. Thing that really caught my eye was the ability to edit the rear end ratio. Time to start looking into a 3.92 swap.

 

[Showtime88]

Anybody else try this and have their antivirus software flag the product medium risk?

 

[sheepdogtrail]

Anybody else try this and have their antivirus software flag the product medium risk?

Not me. But I am running on windows 10 on a dedicated machine that only has this software installed and is on a separate network.

So I really do not have the same system as you do.

 

[John Jensen]

I got the "flag" but ignored it. I figured it being a non-USA product that Windows may be confused or the software has not been certified. After installing I ran three spyware, malware, etc programs, and Aapcar DiagFCA passed all of them.

 

[Showtime88]

Yeah that's what I was figuring. Went ahead and just installed on an extra computer

 

[BrianS]

Just purchased the app. I have the OBDLink LX and a 2015 RAM so should be good to go, right?

 

[sheepdogtrail]

Just purchased the app. I have the OBDLink LX and a 2015 RAM so should be good to go, right?

Providing you have a supported version of windows, I believe so. That is all it takes.

 

[BrianS]

Today I also purchased the Appcar Diag FCA software and a scanner.

I Googled scanners and just got too much conflicting information as which would be best to buy.
Here's what the Appcar web site says:

Recommended interfaces:
OBDLink LX or MX - bluetooth
OBDLink SX - USB
Vgate iCar2 - bluetooth
ELM327 — based USB / Bluetooth — Chinese clones, many of them working properly — except “ver. 1.5a” .


I emailed Appcar and asked for their advice. Here's their reply:

OBDLink MX bluetooth would be the best.
This device will give you access to all modules in your 2016 Ram 1500.
2016 Ram Trucks have two separate CAN networks, such as Ford cars.
OBDLink SX and LX devices give you access to modules in one network only (CAN-C).

So I bit the bullet and bought the best, an OBDLink MX off Amazon to be delivered today.

Thanks sheepdog, I was a bit more concerned with John's statement above about two seperate CAN buses in the 16+ vehicles, should have quoted it.

 

[Rock$tar]

I have a 16, and i used the ELM 327 i already had. Worked perfect. Changed the fogs, set the SRT mode on. No issues at all

 

[John Jensen]

Just purchased the app. I have the OBDLink LX and a 2015 RAM so should be good to go, right?

Yes, go for it. I just did my DRLs to my fogs, my fogs on with high beams and a fog "off" switch when on high. Easy Peasy! Great program.

I connected to the OBDLink MX using the program's USB/Bluetooth, com6 setting and also the Bluetooth direct setting. Both worked fine except the Bluetooth direct disconnects when I try to "test the interface".

Iw would be interesting to know what everyone else is experiencing.

 

[Rock$tar]

toggling the wires over the OBD interface LOL

https://photos.app.goo.gl/JHnYprUw1cEyUv9V7

 

[Rock$tar]

tire size needs to get added and few other things, but even just for enabling DRLs and changing voltage on DRLS and enabling LED mode so you dont get the bulb out warnings is worth the 49 dollars to me

 

[John Jensen]

John,
Once you have it up and running with the MX scanner can you let us know how much functionality it gives you. Can you access all modules?

So far I am not able to access any more than you can with your LX. I sent Appcar an email asking if their program can access both networks or did they recommend the MX because MX can do it IF you have a program capable of same. So far, I don't see the need for anything better than a basic Elm327 scanner.

 

[Rock$tar]

anyone get performance pages to work?

i tryed on my canadian ram. Truck now says SRT when it starts, it has all the SRT themes but no performance pages. Im running uconnect 17.43.01

 

[John Jensen]

anyone get performance pages to work?

Not sure what you are asking as my Aaacar program does not have a Performance page.

 

[Showtime88]

What's everybody using for settings for DRLs?

 

[Domino]

I have the OBDlink MX and the AppCar software, just waiting on the bypass module as mine is a 2018. Ordered the bypass from zAutomotive. Appears to be plug and play. So, hopefully I’ll be able to test it all out Monday night.

 

[John Jensen]

What's everybody using for settings for DRLs?

I'm using my Baja Designs LED dual quad yellow fogs @ 6.2v

Correction:
Baja Designs said their lights need 12v to work. That 6.2v will not light them. So, now I don't know what the program is doing. It obviously is not reducing the voltage because my fogs are working very brightly as DRLs

Also - when you go to Appcar's website and click on Forum it brings you to this thread. It would be great if they are monitoring this thread and joined in on our questions, etc.