5-Step OBD Install Guide

1. Find your vehicle's OBDII port.

   The port is usually located on the driver's side, below the dash. Some OBD ports are covered by panels that you may need to remove.

   

• Do you have an adapter?

  You may need an adapter depending on your vehicle.

  About Adapters

  Heavy trucks and some older vehicles may need an adapter to connect your device. If yours requires one, it will be included in your package. Use only the adapter from your kit. Missing the adapter you need? Let us know and we'll send you the right adapter.

  

  6 or 9-Pin Adapter

  

  Power Adapter

  

  Y-Splitter (16 Pin)

  6 or 9-Pin Adapter

  6-Pin9-Pin

  Use this if your vehicle has a round 6-pin diagnostic port (common on older heavy-duty and commercial vehicles).

  • With the vehicle OFF, find the round 6-pin port.
  • Plug the 6-pin end of your kit adapter into the vehicle port. Align the connector and push in firmly.
  • Connect your DriveEasy Pro device as shown in your kit instructions.

  Important: Do not force a 6-pin connector into a 9-pin port.

  Use this if your vehicle has a round 9-pin diagnostic port (common on older heavy-duty and commercial vehicles).

  • With the vehicle OFF, find the round 9-pin port.
  • Plug the 9-pin end of your kit adapter into the vehicle port. Align the connector and push in firmly.
  • Connect your DriveEasy Pro device as shown in your kit instructions.

  Important: Do not force a 9-pin connector into a 6-pin port.

  Continue with Steps 3–5 ↓

  Power Adapter

  Use this if your kit includes a 12V adapter that connects to your vehicle's power outlet instead of plugging directly into an OBD-II port.

  • With the vehicle OFF, locate your vehicle's 12V accessory port or cigarette lighter.
  • Plug the 12V adapter into the port until it is fully seated.
  • Connect your DriveEasy Pro device to the adapter as shown in your kit instructions.
  • Route the cable so it does not block the pedals, steering wheel, or airbag areas.

  Continue with Steps 3–5 ↓

  Y-Splitter (16 Pin)

  • With the vehicle OFF, locate your 16-pin OBD-II port.
  • Gently unclip the factory OBD port from its mount if needed.
  • Plug the Y-splitter into the vehicle harness; factory port on one leg, device on the other.
  • Secure and route the cable so it does not block the pedals, steering wheel, or airbag areas. Use provided zip ties.

  Continue with Steps 3–5 ↓

1. With the vehicle OFF, plug in the device.

   The device will light up.

   

2. Wait 5 minutes with the vehicle OFF.

   Device lights may continue blinking.

3. After 5 minutes, turn the vehicle ON.

4. With the vehicle ON, wait 1 minute.

   The device will fully connect.

That's it!

You can turn the vehicle off, or take a trip!