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OBDLink MX+/CX: update adapter firmware in the mobile app

Install adapter firmware through OBDLink and reconnect after successful completion.

GUIDE OVERVIEW

Difficulty
Introductory · 1/5
Time
Allow 10–20 minutes; editorial planning estimate
Vehicle / platform
OBDLink MX+ or CX using current OBDLink app on iOS or Android.
Tools
  • Phone with OBDLink app
Parts / supplies
  • OBDLink MX+ or CX
STEP 01

Check the installed version

From Connected status open Settings → Firmware Updates. Open the three-dot menu and select Check For Updates. If the device is current, return home without installing anything.

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STEP 02

Download and install

If an update is offered, open its details with the forward arrow. Select Download if necessary, then Update Firmware. Confirm Update Firmware again. Stay on this screen throughout the update; the manufacturer estimates three to five minutes.

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STEP 03

Confirm and reconnect

Wait for the completion message, tap OK and return home. The adapter disconnects after loading; tap Connect to restore communication. Record the installed version. If updating fails, use the manufacturer’s recovery section rather than repeatedly resetting the adapter or deleting the app.

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Sources / references 1
  1. OBDLink — Adapter firmware update ↗Reviewed Oct 8, 2026

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