AlfaOBD Known Changes 5th Gen

[Skywatcher2001]

Hey @Jimmy07 . . . I'm running 39.7 (12" screen upgrade) and the performance pages/offroad pages (I enabled) worked for about 2 weeks then disappeared. I'm still on 39.7 and reset them to 'NO' . . . waited a few days then 'YES' and they still do not show up. Any ideas? 2020 1500 4WD

 

[titan3636]

Hey @Jimmy07 . . . I'm running 39.7 (12" screen upgrade) and the performance pages/offroad pages (I enabled) worked for about 2 weeks then disappeared. I'm still on 39.7 and reset them to 'NO' . . . waited a few days then 'YES' and they still do not show up. Any ideas? 2020 1500 4WD

i'm on 40.1 now with no luck either. when I went to 39 it killed the pages and doesn't seem to want to come back. let me know if anyone has any luck on 40.1

 

[HSKR R/T]

i'm on 40.1 now with no luck either. when I went to 39 it killed the pages and doesn't seem to want to come back. let me know if anyone has any luck on 40.1

They definitely don't work on 40.1. 39.7 was last version they would show on, unless it was a factory option. And most trucks even if you were able to get them displayed, half the functions didn't work

 

[John Jensen]

No. There's no reason to revert. And yes, if they do any restore and upgrade to the systems, they get reset. It's good to have a backup and then you can just restore it.

I've never had a reset with any flash or recall. The only time I had a reset was when the dealer was troubleshooting an EVIC light problem and they reset the ECU to my VIN number, it went back to the original settings.

 

[Idahoktm]

They definitely don't work on 40.1. 39.7 was last version they would show on, unless it was a factory option. And most trucks even if you were able to get them displayed, half the functions didn't work

I just checked my off road and performance pages again today. They are still there with 39.7. I never tried the performance pages after I activated them, so I took a look today. Most of the dashboard, gauges, and dyno/engine features work. The drive modes, timers, g-force, and vehicle dynamics don't work. All of the off-road pages work.

 

[HSKR R/T]

I just checked my off road and performance pages again today. They are still there with 39.7. I never tried the performance pages after I activated them, so I took a look today. Most of the dashboard, gauges, and dyno/engine features work. The drive modes, timers, g-force, and vehicle dynamics don't work. All of the off-road pages work.

On mine, only half the guages worked, and the ones that did work I could already access from the EVIC disolay. None of the angle displays worked on off road pages, none of the performance timers worked on performance pages.

 

[presley82]

I've adjusted for tire size using the help in this thread and video. Everything seems to be good, no codes no check engine ligh. BUT i'm wondering if the truck is doing something different when the ignition is placed in "run" without starting the truck. I never paid attention to what the truck did previous to this.

When I cycle to run I hear 3 chimes with seat belt and check engine light showing. I think thats normal but after the 3 chimes there is a pause then 1 chime. Pause, then 2nd chime and check engine light flashes. Pause then 3rd chime, check engine goes back to solid and seat belt light is still showing. After that there is no more activiry and I can start the truck without issue and the check engine light goes out.

Is this normal?

Thanks!

 

[frisby5]

I tried turning on the VTA doing the procedure i found in this trhead but it isnt working . Could it be the option package my truck came with or didnt come with ? BH 2022 27Z package ,do i need to enable the LIN Vta ?


Update!.....
I was able to get my alarm working besides the other steps i had to enable VTA in LIN and misc. : )

 

[John Jensen]

I just loaded 40.1 on my 12.1" screen and now the OBDLink app can still connect to the OBDLink MX, but the OBDLink MX cannot connect to the vehicle. The OBDLink MX will pair in Bluetooth but will not connect. Never had this problem before. Does my MX not work with 40.1? Does it require the MX+ model? I have an MX+ coming. Any ideas?
I wouldn't think the Radio version would have any effect on the OBD device.

 

[HSKR R/T]

I just loaded 40.1 on my 12.1" screen and now the OBDLink app can still connect to the OBDLink MX, but the OBDLink MX cannot connect to the vehicle. The OBDLink MX will pair in Bluetooth but will not connect. Never had this problem before. Does my MX not work with 40.1? Does it require the MX+ model? I have an MX+ coming. Any ideas?
I wouldn't think the Radio version would have any effect on the OBD device.

Radio version has absolutely nothing to do with the OBDlink connecting to vehicle

 

[John Jensen]

Radio version has absolutely nothing to do with the OBDlink connecting to vehicle

Thanks for confirming. I can rule that out as a potential problem.
Been email dialoguing with OBDLink for over a day. Been answering their myriad of questions and trying their suggestions but nothing is working.

The OBDLink tech says, "It is the responsibility of the app/software you use to initiate a connection with the OBDLink scan tool. The OBDLink App can connect but Alpfa cannot, Alfa tells me it's unable to connect to Bluetooth and tries to turn Bluetooth on, but can't.

 

[31RamIt]

Thanks for confirming. I can rule that out as a potential problem.
Been email dialoguing with OBDLink for over a day. Been answering their myriad of questions and trying their suggestions but nothing is working.

The OBDLink tech says, "It is the responsibility of the app/software you use to initiate a connection with the OBDLink scan tool. The OBDLink App can connect but Alpfa cannot, Alfa tells me it's unable to connect to Bluetooth and tries to turn Bluetooth on, but can't.

This is why I went with the wired OBDLink and Alfa on my computer.

 

[John Jensen]

This is why I went with the wired OBDLink and Alfa on my computer.

I also have Alpha on my computer. Will try with the computer, it may make a difference. What is a wired OBDLink?

 

[31RamIt]

I also have Alpha on my computer. Will try with the computer, it may make a difference. What is a wired OBDLink?

I use this thing:

https://www.amazon.com/OBDLink-EX-FORScan-OBD-Adapter/dp/B081VQVD3F/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=obdlink+ex&qid=1680034275&s=automotive&sr=1-2&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc

 

[John Jensen]

I use this thing:

https://www.amazon.com/OBDLink-EX-FORScan-OBD-Adapter/dp/B081VQVD3F/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=obdlink+ex&qid=1680034275&s=automotive&sr=1-2&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc

Thanks
Interesting. I wonder if it performs better when using a PC than their MX style. I have asked the OBDLink tech that question.

 

[MannyN]

Thanks
Interesting. I wonder if it performs better when using a PC than their MX style. I have asked the OBDLink tech that question.

Have you paired the reader in your bluetooth settings on your computer?

 

[Gripshun]

I’m struggling. I keep getting ECU verification failed or procedure not supported by the unit.

Just trying to set up trailer brake control module.
2019 ram rebel. Obdmx+ bypass from kaodtech.


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[31RamIt]

Thanks
Interesting. I wonder if it performs better when using a PC than their MX style. I have asked the OBDLink tech that question.

I'm not sure, but I haven't had a single connection issue and it has always been fast.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Glad I got a cheaper one that hasn't given me any issues.

 

[Darksteel165]

Thanks for confirming. I can rule that out as a potential problem.
Been email dialoguing with OBDLink for over a day. Been answering their myriad of questions and trying their suggestions but nothing is working.

The OBDLink tech says, "It is the responsibility of the app/software you use to initiate a connection with the OBDLink scan tool. The OBDLink App can connect but Alpfa cannot, Alfa tells me it's unable to connect to Bluetooth and tries to turn Bluetooth on, but can't.

This is a correct statement by their support folks.

I think it should be obvious but just in case you do need to have Bluetooh ennabled if you are expecting to connect to a Bluetooth device

You can't have 2 apps using the same sensor at the same or near time.

If I connect with Torque (another app) and then try to use Alfaobd it doesn't connect.

Force close the OBDLink app and Alfaobd and try again. If it fails remove the sensor for a couple of seconds then plug it back in and try with JUST Alfaobd not ODBLink.

If you don't have the sensor paired yet you will need to pair the device with Bluetooth once so it's a saved device (you will not see it connected like your truck would be but it will just show up under old devices

Go into Alfaobd, click on the bluetooth icon (top left), and select the name of your adaptor which would be on that saved list. Give it a couple of seconds then try to connect and report back to us.