User Guide Mitsubishi Evo X Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart (Select Models 2008+)
Page 2 Table of Contents Product Introduction 4 Supported Vehicle List * 4 In-Box Contents 5 What Is A Map? 7 Accessport Installation 8 Pre-Installation 8 Getting Started 9 Vehicle Identification 11 Map Selection 11 Save Stock ECU Program Data 11 Install Accessport Programming 12 Installation Complete 12 Accessport Features & Functionality Monitor 13 13 Live Data 13 Data Log 13 Set Rev Warning 14 Set Live Data List 14 Set Data Log List 14 Reset Live List 15 Reset Log L
Product Introduction Page 3 Accessport 19 About 19 Settings 19 Uninstall 19 Accessport Troubleshooting 20 Accessport will not communicate with vehicle. 20 Accessport cannot reflash ECU. 20 Accessport cannot identify vehicle during installation. 20 Support Contact Information 20 Web 20 E-Mail 20 Phone 20 Environmental Information 21 Revision 1.
Product Introduction Page 4 Product Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of the new Accessport handheld programmer.
Product Introduction Page 5 In-Box Contents Accessport Version 2 OR Accessport Version 2b Revision 1.
Product Introduction Page 6 WARNING! Installation and use of the Accessport may void all or a portion of the vehicle manufacturer's standard warranty. There is no guarantee expressed or implied by COBB Tuning or any of its affiliates for the use of the Accessport. The user accepts all risks and responsibilities when using the Accessport. WARNING! Use of the Accessport while operating a moving vehicle is strictly prohibited by law.
Product Introduction Page 7 What Is A Map? The Accessport reprograms the tuning parameters inside the factory engine control unit (ECU) using map files, which contain specially written instructions for the Accessport to follow during the reprogramming process. A map file can contain information for any number of different modifications or enhancements to a vehicle, ranging from a race map for a heavily modified vehicle to an economy map for a stock vehicle.
Accessport Installation Page 8 Accessport Installation Pre-Installation The Accessport comes with the most up-to-date software and map files available at the time of shipment. However, it is possible that updated software and/or map files have been made available since the time of shipment. Therefore, the recommended procedure is to connect the Accessport to the Accessport Updater and AP Manager software and download the latest software and map files for the target vehicle.
Accessport Installation Page 9 Getting Started 1. Insert the key into the vehicle's ignition and leave it in the OFF position. 2. Locate the vehicle's OBD-II port under the left side of the driver's side dash. 3. Connect device to the OBD-II port. a) (Accessport Version 2 only): • Connect the small end of the provided USB cable to the mini-USB port on the back of the OBD connector. • Plug the large end of the USB cable into the standard USB port on the underside of your Accessport.
Accessport Installation Page 10 b) (Accessport Version 2b only): • Plug the OBD-II cable into the OBD-II port under the dash. • Connect the other end of the OBD-II cable to the 10-pin port on the bottom of the Accessport. At this point the Accessport will power up and after a few moments present the installation menu. 4. Plug the large end of the USB cable into the standard USB port on the underside of your Accessport.
Accessport Installation Page 11 Vehicle Identification The Accessport will attempt to automatically determine the target vehicle for installation. If the Accessport successfully identifies the vehicle: Verify that the identified vehicle is correct and press [OK] to confirm. If an error occurs: Please refer to [TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION]. Map Selection Once the Accessport determines the installation vehicle type, it will present a list of maps from which to choose for installation.
Accessport Installation Page 12 Install Accessport Programming After the Accessport downloads and saves the stock ECU program data, it will proceed with installation to the vehicle. It is at this point that the Accessport reprograms the vehicle's ECU with the new program data and calibration parameters from the selected map file. This process will take 3-4 minutes to complete.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 13 Accessport Features & Functionality Monitor Live Data The Accessport can read sensor data from the factory ECU and display it as an on-screen gauge. This feature allows the Accessport to function as an auxiliary gauge displaying boost, RPM, temperature, or any number of other parameters. To change which monitor is currently being displayed in Live Data, select the monitor using the up/down buttons and press the OK button to activate the monitor.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 14 Use 'Set Data Log List' in the 'Monitor' sub-menu to set which monitors are logged. NOTE: The Accessport is only capable of datalogging while the ignition is turned to the “ON” position. The Accessport will display an error message if it cannot communicate with the vehicle. NOTE: Up to 10 log files can be stored on the Accessport. Use AP Manager to delete unneeded logs.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 15 datalog increases. Reset Live List Reset to default monitor list for viewing in Live Data. This item is grayed out and not selectable if the default monitor list is already selected. Reset Log List Reset to default monitor list for logging in Data Log. This item is grayed out and not selectable if the default monitor list is already selected. Revision 1.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 16 Performance The Accessport can calculate several performance measurements. NOTE: The Accessport is only capable of calculating performance test results while the ignition is turned to the “ON” position. The Accessport will display an error message if it cannot communicate with the vehicle. 0-60 MPH To record the 0-60 MPH performance, select this menu option and follow instructions.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 17 Tune Enhance the performance of your car. Change Map To change the mapping on your ECU, select this menu option and follow the instructions. The ignition must be turned to the “ON” position during the Change Map operation. You will be prompted to select a pre-loaded map. The same warning that apply to the installation process apply here as well (battery charge level, turn accessories off, etc.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 18 Troubleshooting Use the Accessport as a diagnostic tool. NOTE: The Accessport is only capable of displaying trouble codes while the ignition is turned to the “ON” position. The Accessport will display an error message if it cannot communicate with the vehicle. Reset ECU Use this function to reset all the trouble codes. Read Codes Use this function to read trouble codes from the engine computer. Stored codes indicate a mechanical or electrical fault.
Accessport Features & Functionality Page 19 Accessport About Displays information about the Accessport firmware version, serial number, status (installed or uninstalled) and vendor. Settings Change Accessport settings. Language: Choose from an array of various languages. (Note that not all menu entries are translated. Units: Choose from Standard, Metric, and Metric with AFR.
Accessport Troubleshooting Page 20 Accessport Troubleshooting Symptom Troubleshooting Steps Accessport will not communicate with vehicle. Accessport cannot reflash ECU. Accessport cannot identify vehicle during installation. 1. Check USB cable connection on both the Accessport and the OBD connector. 2. Ensure that the OBD connector is making good contact inside the vehicle's OBD port. 3. Verify that the vehicle's ignition is turned to the “ON” position. 1.
Environmental Information Page 21 Environmental Information Operating and Storage Temperatures The Accessport is designed to be operated at temperatures between 32° and 95° F (0° and 35° C) and with a relative humidity below 90%. Using the Accessport outside of these recommendations may result in damage. When storing the Accessport, do so in a place where temperature is always between 0° and 115° F (-20° and 45° C) and with a relative humidity below 90%.
