wi-TECH, Tech Authority and Chrysler MicroPOD II

Chrysler’s latest diagnostic interface fits in your shirt pocket and provides 100% CAN coverage for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat.

Although small in stature, this dongle-style device offers 100 percent CAN coverage for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat vehicle platforms. This is the same diagnostic and programming tool the dealerships are using. It replaces your StarMobile, StarScan, and wi-TECH POD, and enables your technicians to increase their productivity and provide world-class diagnostic services to your customers.

MOPAR Chrysler Micropod II Features:
*   Supports all the latest technologies and vehicle platforms including the latest Chrysler and Fiat Vehicles.
*   Works as a direct replacement for the wiTECH POD
*   Works with your current wiTECH software
*   No Smart cables required.

Specifics:
*   PC-Based: Requires PC connection
*   Model Year Coverage: 100% CAN equipped vehicle coverage to current
*   PC Recommended: AE Tools i7 Durabook Custom Laptop
*   Software License: wi-TECH Diagnostic Application. Purchased through AE Tools.
*   A separate Tech Authority Software Subscription is required to access to Module Re-Flash Programming, TSBs, wiring diagrams, and repair information.

What’s in the Box?
*   MicroPOD II
*   USB MicroPOD II connector cable
*   wi-TECH Application Software
*   Carrying case.

wi-TECH, Tech Authority, and Chrysler MicroPOD II

AE Tools recently had to make adjustments regarding how wiTECH and Tech Authority Subscriptions are offered to the Aftermarket..

The two subscriptions are no longer bundled together, as was available in the past. Currently, users must purchase wiTECH and Tech Authority separately. Below is a detailed explanation of wiTECH and Tech Authority, along with pricing and options available for users. You will also find information about Chrysler’s MicroPOD II.

1.  wi-TECH License
*   wi-TECH is a required annual subscription that grants you permission to use a wi-TECH device, such as a MicroPOD II, wi-TECH POD, or Star Mobile, for diagnostic purposes. This does not include flash programming or service information
*   Annual renewal is $1445.95 per serial on a wired wi-TECH device (each wired wi-TECH tool requires a separate wi-TECH license). This renewal is available through AE Tools.
*   If a MicroPOD II is purchased for $3,295 through AE Tools or one of our approved vendors, it includes the wi-TECH license for 1 year.

2.  Tech Authority Subscription
*   Tech Authority is a subscription-based software that provides the user with Chrysler/Fiat Service Information (wiring diagrams, TSBs, etc), Flash Programming Files, and Fiat-style key programming for vehicles with the rolling code systems. It also includes access to web-based Chrysler factory training..
*   Tech Authority can be purchased annually for $1,800. This annual subscription is available through AE Tools. The Tech Authority subscription is also available in monthly and 3-day subscriptions for $250 and $35, respectively. These offerings are available directly from www.obd2tool.com

3.  Chrysler MicroPOD II
*   Chrysler’s MicroPOD II is a dongle-style device that offers 100 percent CAN coverage for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat vehicle platforms. This is the same diagnostic and programming tool the dealerships are using. It replaces the StarMobile, StarScan, and wi-TECH POD.
*   The car diagnostic scanner MicroPOD II is $3,295 and includes one-year of wi-TECH licensing. At the conclusion of one-year, wi-TECH must be renewed in order to use the MicroPOD II device. After the expiration, the tool will no longer function until the renewal is paid. The renewal fee is $1445.95, annually. Both the MicroPOD II and wi-TECH licensing is available through AE Tools and approved vendors.
*   The MicroPOD II comes with a one-year warranty. Warranty is void if physical damage is present (removal of USB connector, hardware removed, case opened, etc.). After the one-year warranty, if you have issues with your tool, it can be mailed in and replaced with a brand new device for $1,100 (requires an active wi-TECH subscription).

AE Tools Support

Includes:

*   Complete hardware setup and training* **
*   Assistance with the software update process
*   Tool functionality
*   On-car computer programming, key programming, and module programming
*   Access to our soon to be released scan tool support resource library

*Additional support packages are required for J-2534 OEM software packages.

**Additional support packages are required for setup on personal laptops (included on AE Tools Custom Laptops).

This does NOT include:

*   Password Management (Google Sheets and RoboForm recommended)
*   Pinpoint Vehicle Diagnostics (Motoshop, iATN, and Identifix recommended)

*   Free Manufacturer Software

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wiTECH MicroPod II 2 setup instruction

If your dealership purchased a new microPOD and you would like to convert your existing microPOD for using with wiTECH 2.0 System, you need to download and install the microPOD Setup Utility to configure/setup your microPOD for witech 2.

NOTE: microPODs with a serial number beginning with “WFP” should NOT be used with this utility.

PROCEDURE
If you have a restricted network, you must first make sure that all sites listed below are enabled to be able to successfully use microPOD Setup Utility and the Professional Diagnostic Tool wiTECH 2.0 System.
mixpanel.com
bugsnag.com
fcawitech.com
chrysler.com
dealerconnect.com
jeep.com
witechsystem.com

Note: Please disable any Anti-Virus software that you have on your computer in order to allow the microPOD Setup Utility to install and run properly.

How to download and install the microPOD Setup Utility

IMPORTANT: Once the microPOD is configured using the microPOD Setup Utility, all the microPOD Wireless Settings will be deleted. You will be required to follow the instructions from the KB link titled “How to configure a Wireless Profile on a microPOD II“.

To download the application, please login to DealerCONNECT > Service > wiTECH Information > microPod Setup Utility

Step 1
Click on “Run” to begin the downloading process of microPOD Setup Utility.

Step 2
The install wizard will appear to install the OBD2 scan tool wiTECH Driver x64 onto your computer if your PC has not been installed with wiTECH 1.0 application.
If the PC has been installed with wiTECH 1.0 App, you will not see the screen below and proceed to Step 6. Otherwise, click “Next” to proceed.

Step 3
Read the License Agreement carefully, and accept the terms in the license agreement.
Then, click “Next” to continue.

Step 4
You are now ready to start the actual installation of the driver. You now need to click on “Install” for it to start.

Step 5
This will now install the wiTECH Driver x64. Once complete, the program will automatically proceed to the next step.

Step 6
Once the installation has completed, click “Finish”. Proceed to the following section, “Using the microPOD Setup Utility”.

Using the microPOD Setup Utility

NOTE: Please make sure that your computer is connected to the internet and the microPOD is connected to the computer via USB before starting this process. This application will help you configure your microPOD for wiTECH 2.0.

Step 1
Start microPOD Setup Utility by clicking the icon on the desktop:

If the microPOD Setup Utility that is installed is out of date, you will be forced to update to the newer version of the application.
Step 2
Please make sure your microPOD is connected to the PC via USB.

Step 2a
If you see the following screen you may not be connected to the internet, or have a firewall that blocks 1 or more of these websites.

Select “Continue” on the next screen for wiTECH 2.0 Device Setup and Configuration.

NOTE: If you only want to configure the wireless setting on a microPod device to use with wiTECH 2.0, click “Wireless Configuration” and follow instructions.

Select “Continue” on the next screen to begin attempting to connect to the microPOD device.

Step 3
Once your microPOD II is recognized by the utility, select “Continue” to proceed with the configuration.

NOTE: microPODs with a serial number beginning with “WFP” should NOT be used with this utility.

Step 3a
If the utility does not find the microPOD device, please assure that the microPOD is connected via USB and click “Refresh”.

Step 5
The following screen will appear for up to 15 minutes while the microPOD device is being configured.

Step 6
The following screen will appear when the utility completed the configuration of microPOD for wiTECH 2.0 Application.

Note: After microPOD Setup Utility is ran, all existing wireless networks will be removed from the microPOD.
Important! Leave the microPod Setup Utility window running as you will be required to complete software updates to the microPod device before configuring the wireless.

Step 6a
Login into wiTECH 2.0. The microPOD II that was just configured using the microPOD Setup Utility should appear in the wiTECH 2.0 discovery. You will need to update the operating system of your microPOD II before it can be used with wiTECH 2.0. Click “Continue”, and your web browser will redirect you to the page to download and install the operating system update as seen in the following step.

*NOTE: If microPOD II does not show up in discovery after a couple of minutes please power cycle your microPOD II by unplugging it and plugging it back in.

Step 7
Click “Update Now” and your microPOD II should continue to the update screen. Once updating, do not interrupt your microPOD II at any point until the update is complete.

*NOTE: This can take upwards of 9 minutes. It is normal activity for the microPOD II to reboot.

Step 8
Click “OK” and you will be navigated back to the wiTECH 2.0 discovery page. Your microPOD II should appear updated and ready for use.

Step 9
With the microPod Setup Utility still running, configure wireless on the wiTECH microPod 2 device.
Enjoy!

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