How to Update Your Cen-Tech OBD2 Scanner 60794: A Step-by-Step Guide

Keeping your Cen-tech Obd2 Scanner 60794 Updated is crucial for optimal performance and access to the latest diagnostic features. Fortunately, updating your scanner is a straightforward process. This guide will walk you through each step to ensure your Cen-Tech 60794 is running the most current software.

To begin the update, you will need a computer with internet access, your Cen-Tech OBD2 Scanner 60794, and the USB cable that came with your device. Follow these instructions carefully to update your scanner successfully:

Step 1: Download the Software Update Package

The first step is to download the necessary update files to your computer.

1. Navigate to the Harbor Freight website. You can start by going to www.harborfreight.com and searching for your product, SKU 60794, or directly use this link: http://images.harborfreight.com/hftweb/softwareupdates/60794.zip.
2. Download the software update package, which is a ZIP file, to a location on your computer that you can easily remember, such as your desktop or downloads folder. Take note of where you save this file.
3. Once the download is complete, you will need to extract the contents of the ZIP file. We recommend using WinRAR, a common file compression software, to unzip the downloaded package.

Step 2: Extract the Update Files Using WinRAR

After downloading the ZIP file, you need to extract its contents.

1. Locate the downloaded ZIP file on your computer.
2. Right-click on the ZIP file and select “Extract Here” or “Extract to…” using WinRAR. If you choose “Extract to…”, select a folder where you want to save the extracted files and remember this location. The extracted files will include the update program necessary for your Cen-Tech scanner.

Step 3: Install Maxilink II Software

The Maxilink II software is essential for connecting your scanner to your computer and facilitating the update process.

1. Locate the CD that was included with your Cen-Tech OBD2 Scanner 60794. This CD contains the Maxilink II setup software.
2. Insert the CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
3. Run the Maxilink II installer from the CD and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software on your computer.
4. Once the installation is complete, run the “Maxilink Tool Kit” to open the Maxilink II software. A Maxilink II window should appear on your screen, ready to connect to your scanner.

Step 4: Connect Your Scanner and Enter Update Mode

Now, physically connect your Cen-Tech scanner to your computer and prepare it for the update.

1. Connect your Cen-Tech 60794 scanner to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure the connection is secure at both the scanner and computer ends.
2. On your Cen-Tech 60794 scanner, navigate to the setup menu. Typically, this involves using the scanner’s buttons to select “Setup” from the main menu.
3. Within the Setup menu, look for and select the “Update Mode” option.
4. Press “OK” on your scanner to confirm and enter Update Mode.
5. Once the scanner is in Update Mode and connected to your computer, check the Maxilink II window on your computer. The status bar in the upper right corner of the Maxilink window should turn green, indicating a successful connection between the software and your scanner.

Step 5: Select Your Scanner Model and Update File

With the scanner connected and in update mode, you need to specify your scanner model in the Maxilink II software and select the update file.

1. In the Maxilink II window, on the left side, you will see a list of product models. Locate and select the model number that corresponds to your Cen-Tech scanner, which is SKU 60794.

2. After selecting the model number, navigate to the “Update Program” pane within the Maxilink II window.

3. Click on the “Select File” button in the “Update Program” pane.

4. A file explorer window will open. Browse to the location where you extracted the update files in Step 2.

5. Locate the update file. This file will have a “.bin” file extension. Select the “.bin” file and click “Open”. This action loads the update file into the Maxilink II software.

Step 6: Initiate the Update Process

You are now ready to start the software update process for your Cen-Tech OBD2 Scanner 60794.

1. In the Maxilink II window, with the correct model selected and the update file loaded, click the “Update” button.
2. The update process will begin. A progress bar will likely appear on both the Maxilink II software on your computer and potentially on the screen of your Cen-Tech scanner, indicating the update progress.
3. Important: During the update process, it is crucial not to disconnect the scanner, turn off either the scanner or your computer, or interrupt the process in any way. Doing so could potentially cause damage to your scanner’s software.
4. Wait for the update to complete. Once the update is successfully finished, a confirmation message will appear on the screen of your Cen-Tech scanner. This message will indicate that the software update was successful.

Step 7: Finalize the Update

The final step is to restart your scanner to complete the update process.

1. After receiving the successful update confirmation message on your Cen-Tech scanner, power off the scanner.
2. Wait a few seconds, and then power the scanner back on. This power cycle finalizes the update installation.

Your Cen-Tech OBD2 Scanner 60794 is now updated with the latest software. You can now use your scanner with the newest features and improvements.

If you encounter any technical difficulties or have questions during the update process, please contact technical support at 1-800-444-3353 for assistance.