October 22, 2025

Instruction to Use Topdon Rlink X7 or J2534 with Topscan App

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How to claim your free benefit?

How to use Topdon RLink J2534 X7 with TopScan Pro App?

Main steps:

1. Download and Install the App
2. Register and Log In 4
3. Bind and Activate the Device
4. Download the Vehicle-Specific Diagnostic Software
5. Perform Diagnostics

 

1. Download and Install the App

Method 1:
For iOS: Search for "TopGuru” in App Store to download and install.
For Android: Search for "TopScan” in Google Play to download and install.
Note: This app is compatible with iOS 11.0 or later/Android 7.0 or later.
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Method 2:
If you cannot download the app from any app store, try downloading itdirectly from Topdon official website:
https://www.topdon.com/pages/pro-down?fuzzy=TopScan

2. Register and Log In
Launch the app and tapCreate Account.Enter your email address,password and verification code to register. If you already have an account,you can sign in directly using your email address.
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3. Bind and Activate the Device
Method 1:

1). After logging in, locate the DLC (Data Link Connector) of your vehicle,and plug the device into the DLC following the on-screen instructions.
Note: The device must be connected to the DLC via its OBD-II port or to a powersource via its USB-C port to enable Bluetooth connection.
(The screenshot below is for demonstration only; the actual product and appinterface shall prevail.)
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2). Turn on Bluetooth on your phone, then tap Next. Turn the ignition to the"ON” position and confirm that the indicator on the device lights solidred. Tap Next to search for the device via Bluetooth.

3). Find the device namedRLinkand tap it to connect.
(The device Bluetooth name combines the device model and the last four digitsof its serial number. For example, RLink_J2534_014F.)
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4). After the software automatically retrieves the serial number (SN) andthe activation code, tapActivate.
(The screenshot below is for demonstration only; the actual product and appinterface shall prevail.)
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Note: For iOS devices, you need to connect manually after being redirected tothe access permissions screen.
Procedure:
Settings Bluetooth Tap in the top-left corner, then tap to open theBluetooth list.
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Method 2:
TapMe > Device Management > Add VCI.
(The screenshot below is for demonstration only; the actual product and appinterface shall prevail.)
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Tap the VCI in the top-right corner to connect via Bluetooth. If aconnection is established, the serial number and activation code will beautomatically retrieved.

Note: The device must be connected to the DLC via its OBD-II port or to a powersource via its USB-C port to enable Bluetooth connection.
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TapActivate.

4. Download the Vehicle-Specific DiagnosticSoftware

For first-time use, you need to download the required vehicle-specificdiagnostic software before performing diagnostics.
Tap Diagnostics from the home screen and download the desired software.
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5. Perform Diagnostics
Prerequisite

1). Locate the DLC of the vehicle can connect the device to the DLC.
If you cannot find the DLC, tap Repair Information > DLC Location, and choose the vehicle make, model and year. A picture of DLC location for the selected vehicle will display.
Note: Make sure the ignition is OFF before plugging in the unit.
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2). Turn the ignition to the "ON” position. If your vehicle is equipped with akeyless start system with an "Engine Start Stop” button (see the figurebelow), press the "Engine Start Stop” button until the car is in "ON” mode.
Do not apply the brake while pressing the button, or the engine will startinstead of switching to the "ON” position.
Note: The method of ignition varies by vehicle model. Refer to the vehicle’sservice manual for details.

Procedures:
1). Launch the app, tap Diagnostics to view the diagnostic software list.
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2). Select your vehicle make. (Tip: You can also enter the make name tosearch. The figure below uses Nissan as an example.)
Note: If the Bluetooth is not connected, tap VCI in the top right corner toconnect via Bluetooth. The connection is established when the device indicatorturns solid blue and VCI is displayed in the app interface.
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3). Tap Automatic or Manual to identify your vehicle.
Note: The Automatic option may be not available for some old models. In this case, tap Manual, choose the vehicle make, model and year, then check your vehicle information.
Tap Read to retrieve the vehicle VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
Note: Some models do not store VIN in the ECU, so the software cannot read it.
Under such circumstances, manually enter the correct VIN.
Tap Confirm after you verify that all of the information is correct.
Tap Auto scan
Tap Scan to run full system diagnostics.
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