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# Universal OBDII Y-Splitter Extension Cable Installation

The OBDY is an OBDII 16-Pin Y-Splitter kit with twelve mounting brackets, connects the VX60 device to most light-duty and medium-duty vehicles internationally. The OBDII contains the mounting adapters listed below:

## Adapters

| 1 |   | North American Flange MountFordGMChrysler | 7 |   | European Latch & SnapFiatCitroënPeugeot |
| ---- |
|   |   |   |   |   |   |
| 2 |   | North American Extended Flange MountFord | 8 |   | VW Snap-InVolkswagenAudiBentleyPorscheSkodaSEAT |
|   |   |   |   |   |   |
| 3 |   | North American Snap-In MountChrysler | 9 |   | BMW Slide & LockBMW |
|   |   |   |   |   |   |
| 4 |   | North American Slide & Lock MountFordGM | 10 |   | Ford Round Snap-InFord |
|   |   |   |   |   |   |
| 5 |   | European Lock MountMercedesBMWIveco | 11 |   | Iveco Slide & LockMAN / DAF |
| 6 |   | Asian Snap-InToyotaHyundaiKiaFordHondaIveco | 12 |   | Volvo Slide MountVolvo |

## Installation Instructions

| 1 | Remove the in-vehicle OBDII connector from its slot. |   |
| ---- |
| 2A | Attach the female universal core connector (short end) of the harness to the appropriate adapter (see Adapters section above) matching the required installation.Note: For installation in Fiat, Citroen, or Peugeot, please refer to the European Latch & Snap installation instructions below.Note: For installation in Ford, please refer to the Ford Round Snap-in below. |   |
| 2B | Secure the adapter in place using the provided metal clips. Please ensure the metal clips latch into the adapter. |   |
| 2C | Fasten the female universal core connector (short end) of the harness to the vehicle’s OBDII slot and secure in place using either screws or the plastic clips on the adapters. |   |
| 3 | Connect the VX60 device to the female universal core connector (long end) of the harness. |   |
| 4 | Connect the male OBDII harness connector to the vehicle's OBDII connector removed in Step 1. |   |

## Completed Setup

[![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/be11db4d11613800/01ab45cf-1a3a-4690-84d9-30a9ca_1hng76q.png)](https://linxio-28604fa7a307.intercom-attachments-1.com/i/o/794942142/983867fc521a8646a4761375/Image_19.png?expires=1740458700&signature=d6c299c034aa8069c9aee14748aed86a323eee609dd66e660d7eced67cee23fc&req=cykjH818nIVdFb4f3HP0gD4E0bz372QscilSeetWvaJZTgkl5ZA3kpVS6AXa%0A2cl16svXtUTsb08Mvg%3D%3D%0A)

## European Latch & Snap

Replace Step 2 of the standard installation instructions with the following steps for Fiat, Citroën or Peugeot vehicles using the European Latch & Snap adapter.

| 1 | Slide the European Latch & Snap all the way to the back of the core connector. |   |
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| 2 | Insert the small snap adapter onto the wire behind the core connector. |   |
| 3 | Slide the small snap adapter from the back of the harness. Ensure that the European Latch & Snap is securely interlocked. |   |

## Ford Round Snap-In

Replace Step 2 of the standard installation instructions with the following steps for Ford vehicles using the Ford Round Snap-In adapter.

| 1 | Slide the Ford Round Snap-In all the way to the back of the core connector. |   |
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| 2 | Using the insert/removal tool, secure the adapter in place using the provided metal clips. Please ensure the metal clips latch into the adapter. |   |

## Securing the OBDY to the Ford OBDII Module

[![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/44adde094bb83000/b15ddd2b-d982-474e-b89b-49f506_79lnh1.png)](https://linxio-28604fa7a307.intercom-attachments-1.com/i/o/794942170/cf76af5e9db0bf917d5b49a6/Image_25.png?expires=1740458700&signature=05d50c2b62f0a0246bfcce56ec8a95e3c209726b54440ee0ef2ca084c964afbc&req=cykjH818nIZfFb4f3HP0gEx6o%2BSLw6TLaIVu0rA1i39nGiQDkb%2FGfktOONKU%0ArwOLPc0e5s8uhGHNEg%3D%3D%0A)

Use two zip ties to secure the OBDY to the factory Ford OBDII module shown above.

✱ **NOTE**: Over tightening the zip tie may cause damage to the harness connector.

## Insertion and Removal of Metal Clips

The metal clips used to secure the adapters can be inserted by hand — except for the Ford Round Snap-In (#10) adapter. The Ford Round Snap-In adapter requires the use of the insertion end of the insert/removal tool included with the harness kit. The removal of clips requires the use of the removal end of the insert/removal tool.

| Insert | Remove |
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|   |   |
| Attach the required adapter to the core connector of the harness and secure the metal clips in place with your hands. | Remove the metal clips from the adapter by pulling them off using the removal end of the insertion/removal tool. |