Autotap OBDII-CAN Diagnostic Scanner

The AutoTap scan tool connects the special OBD II or CAN plug-in-port on or under the dash of your car or light truck to your computer. The AutoTap scanner then translates the signals from your vehicle’s computer-controlled sensors to easy-to-read visual displays. Screen Shot 1, Screen Shot 2.

Did you know that your car provides data for hundreds of sensor readings? Just choose which of these parameters you want to see and whether you want to view them in tables or as graphs, meters or gauges. Set your own ranges and alarms and even pick your own colors! Once you've got a screen configuration that works for you, save it with a couple of keystrokes. Save as many different screen configurations as you need... for different vehicles, or perhaps one for major maintenance, one for tuning, one for quick checks at the track. Now you’ve got a powerful tool! For a list of parameters available, click here.

AutoTap Features

• Powerful Display – Text displays with lots of data, Easy-to-read views with multiple parameters, Graphs to show short-term logs, and Gauges for at-a-glance readings. Multiple screens can be configured with a mix and match of all display types… all in colors that can be optimized by the user.
• Quick Troubleshooting – DTC’s can be checked immediately on startup, giving you the critical info you need in the shortest time possible.
• Turn off that pesky Check Engine Light – Did you know something as simple as a loose gas cap can make your trouble light come on? Use the AutoTap scanner to retrieve codes and their descriptions and turn off your Check Engine Light. You can save big bucks by avoiding a trip to the dealer!
• File Logging and Playback – Have an intermittent problem? Log data during a test drive or dyno pull. Play it back right on the Palm. Or, export it to AutoTap for Windows, Microsoft Excel or any spreadsheet program.
• Save DTC and Freeze Frame Information – Eliminates guesswork and time wasted jotting incomplete information into a notebook that you may never find again!
• Fast Data Updates – Using a Windows based PC, AutoTap will update and log over 40 parameters per second on some vehicles!
• Save multiple configuration files – With so many powerful methods of displaying data, you’ll want to make use of them all! Setup and save different displays for different cars, driving conditions, etc.
• Manufacturer Enhanced Data – Leading the industry, AutoTap is the first to pack manufacturer’s enhanced powertrain data for Ford, GM and Chrysler into a single tool! See all the data before making your diagnosis; don’t be left wondering what else your PCM knows that you don’t. Ford/Chrysler customers, e-mail us if you would like to special order the AutoTap for your vehicle.

NEW Version 3.0 Windows Software Features - Download Here (9.73mb)

• Templates for powerful graphs, tables, and gaugess
• Support for CAN protocol (Enhanced Parameters not yet available for CAN vehicles)
• EPA readiness evaluation with 11 system monitors
• Simplified registration
• Improved navigation

Windows/PC Version [select USB version of choice below]

• Recommend Pentium 233Mhz or better (or equivalent AMD processor)
• Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP
• 50 Meg of free hard drive space
• 32 Meg RAM (64 Meg RAM recommended)
• CD-Rom Drive (Only used for installation, software may also be downloaded from the internet)
• USB or Serial Port (depends on your selection)
• AutoTap requires no outside power source.
• Screen Shot 1: Ignition Timing Advance, Throttle Position Angle, Injector Pulse Width, Intake Air Temperature, Mass Air Flow Rate, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Speed, and Vehicle Speed
• Screen Shot 2: Oxygen Sensors, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Speed, Calculated Engine Load, and Vehicle Speed
• Screen Shot 3: Oxygen Sensors and Help Screen
• Screen Shot 4: Cylinder Misfire Information

AutoGuide Diagnostic Software Package [optional]

This package provides comprehensive coverage of the following items:

• OBDII Guide
• Sensor Guide
• Emissions Guide
• Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder
• AutoGuide Screen Shot: Click link for screenshot

Palm Version [select SERIAL version below - enhanced parameters available on request]

• Supported Palm Models: Palm IIIxe, IIIc, Vx, VIIx, m105, m125, m130, m500, m505, m515, i705, Tungsten, Tungsten T2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten W, Tungsten C, Zire71
• Supported Palm Operating Systems: OS 3.5 and higher
• AutoTap for Palm requires a special serial (9-pin) HotSync cable (purchased separately) to connect AutoTap to your Palm This cable is different than the one used to connect to your Palm to your computer. Not all Palms use the same cable.
• Included are a 4-foot cable to connect your vehicle to the AutoTap scanner and a 6-foot cable to connect the AutoTap scanner to your PC. You can extend the PC cable up to 50 feet. You MUST purchase the special HotSync cable separately.
• Screen shots: First, Second, Third, and Fourth

Computer Knowledge Requirements: AutoTap is very user friendly. Anyone with a computer can load and run the software in Windows. The screens are self prompting and user configurable.

Automotive Technical Knowledge Requirements: AutoTap shows the readings coming from the various sensors and DTCs stored in the computer of your car. While it shows you what the problem is, it does not provide step-by-step repair data. AutoTap does not take the place of a service manual or a skilled technician.