The TopScan emerges as a pocket-sized powerhouse, transforming your smartphone into a professional-grade car diagnostic scan tool. It’s designed to keep pace with users who are ready to move beyond basic code reading, offering a wealth of features accessible right from your mobile device. Simply plug the TopScan into your vehicle’s OBD2 port and launch the companion app to begin diagnosing in minutes.
While remarkably compact, the TopScan excels in delivering fundamental diagnostic capabilities. It effortlessly reads and clears fault codes and boasts broad vehicle compatibility, supporting over 70 car brands spanning American, Asian, and European manufacturers. Beyond the basics, the TopScan provides an extensive maintenance knowledge base to jumpstart car repair tasks. Users gain access to 8 essential maintenance services, AutoVIN technology for rapid vehicle identification, vehicle performance testing, and even bi-directional control – all managed conveniently through your smartphone. Added benefits include a comprehensive system DTC Repair Guide and one-click I/M readiness checks, simplifying emissions testing.
TopScan comes in two distinct versions to cater to different needs: Lite and Pro. The TopScan Pro elevates functionality beyond the Lite version by incorporating IMMO (Immobilizer) features and expanding the reset function suite to 13. This includes advanced resets like Injector Coding, Tire Pressure Reset, and Sunroof Initialization. Whether you’re a dedicated DIY enthusiast or a seasoned professional technician, TopScan provides the diagnostic power you need in a user-friendly package.
To better understand the options, here’s a quick comparison:
TopScan OBD2 Scanner Comparison: Lite vs Pro versions showcasing key features like reset functions, IMMO, and bi-directional control.
Key Features of the Top Scan OBD2 Scanner
The TopScan OBD2 scanner is packed with features designed to make vehicle diagnostics efficient and accessible. Here’s a detailed look at what this tool offers:
Comprehensive System Diagnostics for over 70 Brands
The TopScan scanner empowers users to perform complete system scans across all vehicle modules. This in-depth scanning capability covers critical systems such as the engine, transmission, airbag system, ABS, ESP, TPMS, immobilizer, gateway, steering, radio, and air conditioning. With support for over 70 vehicle brands, TopScan offers extensive coverage for a wide range of American, Asian, and European vehicles, making it a versatile tool for various car owners and technicians.
DTC Repair Guide
Navigating diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) can be challenging. The TopScan simplifies this process with its integrated DTC Repair Guide. This feature is designed to guide users through vehicle diagnostic processes and codes effectively. After retrieving fault codes, the TopScan can display detailed definitions of these codes and provide practical guidance on how to address and repair the underlying issues. This includes fault code definitions for all scanned systems, from the dashboard to the air conditioning. Currently, the DTC Repair Guide is compatible with Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Fiat vehicles from 2010-2014, with ongoing updates expanding compatibility to more models.
Full OBD2 Functionality
As a robust OBD2 code reader, the TOPDON TopScan performs all 10 OBD2 test modes completely free of charge for the lifetime of the tool. This extensive OBD2 functionality allows users to access crucial vehicle information across an even broader spectrum of vehicles beyond the 70+ brands for full system diagnostics. It supports all essential OBD2 functionalities, including reading DTCs, clearing DTCs, accessing live data streams, checking I/M Readiness Monitor status, viewing freeze frame data, conducting O2 sensor tests, running on-board monitor tests, performing EVAP system tests, reading vehicle information, and providing DTC lookups.
Effortless Car Maintenance with Reset Functions
Seeing a service light illuminate on your dashboard can be concerning, but the TopScan OBD2 scanner is equipped to help you address many common maintenance needs. The TopScan Lite version includes a comprehensive suite of 8 reset functions: Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, Steering Angle Reset, and more. For users requiring more advanced maintenance capabilities, the TopScan Pro version expands on this with an additional 5 advanced reset functions. These reset functions allow you to diagnose your vehicle, resolve warning lights, and ensure your car is ready for the road ahead, all from the convenience of your smartphone.
Bi-Directional Control for Accurate Diagnostics
The bi-directional control capability of the TopScan car scanner allows users to go beyond simple reading of diagnostic information. This powerful feature enables interaction with specific vehicle subsystems and components. By commanding actuators to perform specific functions, users can test the integrity of the system or individual parts. This feature is invaluable for accurately analyzing and pinpointing faulty components. Bi-directional control can be used to test components like fuel injectors, coolant pumps, windows, windshield wipers, and many other vehicle systems, leading to more precise and efficient repairs.
Repair Data Library for Quick Problem Solving
To assist both beginners and experienced users, the TopScan provides a comprehensive maintenance knowledge base. This Repair Data Library is designed to quickly familiarize users with vehicle diagnostics and repair processes. It’s an especially beneficial feature for DIY enthusiasts looking to save money and resolve minor vehicle issues themselves. The Repair Information included in the library encompasses a DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletins (TSB), DLC Location information, and a Warning Light Library, providing a wealth of resources at your fingertips.
IMMO Functionality for Advanced Security Services (TopScan Pro)
Taking your diagnostic capabilities further, the TopScan Pro version offers built-in key programming, also known as IMMO (Immobilizer) functionality. This advanced feature allows you to offer enhanced services related to vehicle security systems. Imagine the ability to effortlessly handle tasks such as key number programming, key learning, all keys lost scenarios, and more. Whether you are a locksmith or a repair professional, this key programming tool expands your service offerings and opens new avenues for business growth. Note: This feature is standard in the Pro version and is available as an optional upgrade for the Lite version.
Multi-Dimensional Data Display for In-Depth Analysis
The TopScan OBD2 scanner offers versatile data stream displays to enhance diagnostic analysis. Data streams can be presented in text format, graphically, or as a dashboard-style graph. This variety of display options helps users intuitively observe data changes over time, making it easier to identify anomalies and trends. The “Merge” function is particularly useful, allowing users to graphically display up to 4 data streams simultaneously on a single interface. This enables comprehensive performance evaluations using comparative data, facilitating precise and efficient diagnostic decision-making.
AutoVIN and AutoScan for Increased Efficiency
Efficiency is key in vehicle diagnostics, and the TopScan incorporates AutoVIN and AutoScan functions to streamline the repair process and save valuable diagnostic time. AutoVIN automatically identifies vehicle information such as the make, model, and year of manufacture as soon as the tool connects to the car. AutoScan then quickly detects all vehicle systems and retrieves DTCs with ease. These automated features significantly reduce manual input and speed up the initial diagnostic stages.
Performance Testing to Quantify Vehicle Health
The Vehicle Performance Testing feature allows users to conduct precise measurements of vehicle acceleration. This provides quantifiable results based on set speed intervals and fixed distance measurements. You can accurately record the time elapsed for a certain distance and the time it takes for a vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour (or other adjustable speed benchmarks). This feature is useful for assessing engine and vehicle performance and identifying potential mechanical issues affecting acceleration.
One-Click I/M Readiness Test for Emissions Checks
Emissions testing is a necessary part of vehicle ownership. The TopScan scanner includes a one-touch I/M Readiness button to quickly check the status of vehicle emissions systems and generate test reports. This feature simplifies smog checks and allows users to efficiently analyze a car’s carbon emissions anytime, anywhere. It’s particularly useful for pre-emission testing before annual inspections and for on-the-road spot checks, ensuring your vehicle meets environmental regulations.
Specifications
- Bluetooth: 5.0 (connection range: 33 feet/10m); Supports mobile devices running Android 7.0 or above/iOS 11.0 or above
- Storage Temperature: -20°C~70°C (-4°F~158°F)
- Working Temperature: -10°C~50°C (14°F~122°F)
- Dimensions: 84.150.427.2mm (3.311.981.07 inches)
- Net Weight: 78g (2.75 oz)
- Multi-Language Support – 18 Languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, Turkish, Finnish, Slovak, Serbian, Croatian
Packing List
- TopScan Device *1
- Quick User Guide *1
- Package Box *1
