Product Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of the Accessport hand held programmer.  The Accessport is the industry leading OEM ECU flashing, managing, and monitoring assistant.  Unlock power hidden within the ECU by replacing conservative factory settings with more aggressive calibrations.  The result is impressive gains in torque and horsepower while maintaining a high degree of safety.  The Accessport can:

• Reprogram the factory engine control unit (ECU) with improved tuning parameters through the on-board diagnostic (OBD-II) port

• *Reprogram the factory transmission control module (TCM) with improved tuning parameters through the on-board diagnostic (OBD-II) port

• Monitor and log vehicle sensor data using on-screen digital gauges

• Read and clear engine diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

• Measure 0-60mph, ¼ mile times

• *Transmission clutch gear learning

• *Transmission touch point adjustment & clutch capacities

• Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Learning

• Bank Air Learn to rebalance the airflow between the left and right intakes. 

*Available for AP3-NIS-006 and AP3-NIS-008 only.

Supported Part Numbers

• AP3-NIS-005

• AP3-NIS-006

• AP3-NIS-007

• AP3-NIS-008

In-Box Contents

• Carrying Case

• Holster

• Accessport

• OBD-II Cable

• USB 2.0 A to Micro B Cable

• Customizable Faceplate

• Quick Start Guide

Accessport Installation:

What Is A Map?

The Accessport reprograms the factory tuning parameters inside the engine control unit (ECU) using map files, which contain specially written instructions for the Accessport to follow during the reprogramming process. A map file can contain information for any number of different modifications or enhancements to a vehicle, ranging from a race map for heavily modified vehicles, to an economy map for a stock vehicle. Through the use of the Accessport and different map files the ECU can be reprogrammed to accommodate virtually any vehicle configuration.

Mounting Options

A universal 'sticky' mount is included with the Accessport. For the best results, we recommend installing the mount vertically, and preparing the mounting surface with the included alcohol wipe. 

• NOTE: It's important to note that not all surfaces provide a strong adhesive bond. 

• NOTE: The Accessport cradle is compatible with "Dual T" style mounts.

Pre-Installation

The Accessport comes with the most up-to-date software and map files available at the time of shipment. However, it is possible that updated software and/or map files have been made available since the time of shipment. Therefore, the recommended procedure is to connect the Accessport to the AP Manager software and download the latest firmware for the target vehicle. Please visit www.cobbtuning.com/apmanager to download AP Manager and to find a link for the AP Manager manual. 

If you have issues transferring maps or updating the Accessport while using USB 3.0 ports, please try using a USB 2.0 hub adapter. 

• NOTE: The Accessport is preloaded with a default set of maps for all cars that it supports.  This may include but is not limited to Stage1, Stage2, Stage3 (all octanes), Anti-theft, Economy, and Valet.  If you would like to view all maps available you can visit the Maps section of our website.

Screen Capture

Screenshots can be captured by holding down the [CANCEL] button for two seconds. Any stored screen captures can be retrieved by using Accessport Manager.

Customizable Startup Screen Setup

To change the Accessport's startup screen see tutorial here.

Getting Started

1. You will need the Accessport and OBD-II cable to perform the installation.  Insert the key into the vehicle’s ignition and leave it in the OFF position.  For keyless cars, make sure the vehicle is in the OFF state.

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2. Locate the vehicle's OBD-II port.  Location of the OBD-II port may vary depending on the vehicle model.

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3. Connect device to the OBD-II port. Plug the OBD-II cable into the OBD-II port under the dash of vehicle.  Then connect the small end of the OBD-II cable to the port on the bottom of the Accessport. 

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4. Make sure the clasp on the OBD-II cable firmly engages with the port.

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5. Press the START/STOP button twice with your foot OFF the brake pedal to turn on the ignition, but do not start the vehicle.

NOTE: The engine should not be running.

6. Select [Install] from the Accessport menu by pressing the [OK] button to proceed with installation.

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Standard Tuning vs SD (Speed Density) Tuning

Standard Tuning uses MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor for air flow calculations. COBB Tuning provides Off-The-Shelf (OTS) maps created using this calculation method.

SD (Speed Density) Tuning uses MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor for air flow calculations. Users who prefer the vehicle to be tuned by this method must either have the vehicle professionally tuned. The Accessport will not be pre-loaded with Speed Density maps.

Vehicle Identification

The Accessport will attempt to automatically determine the target vehicle for installation. Verify that the identified vehicle is correct and press [OK] to confirm.

If an error occurs:

Please refer to the Troubleshooting Section.

Map Selection

After the Accessport identifies the vehicle, it will present a list of maps. Maps that are not intended for the identified vehicle are displayed in gray. The Accessport will reprogram the ECU with the calibration data from the map selected for installation; this will become the base data for the ECU. To ensure the best performance, select the map that most closely matches the modification level of the vehicle.

If you are unsure about which map applies to your modification level, please visit the Maps section of the website and reference the map notes. You can find the map notes for each of our maps by clicking on your vehicle and choosing your intake type. The map notes will list the modification requirements for each map, average power gains, boost targets, along with other useful information.

Select a map and press [OK] to proceed with the installation.  If you wish to see a longer description for the highlighted map, press and hold the [OK] button on the desired map.  After reading the description, you can press [CANCEL] to go back to the map list or press [OK] to select that map and proceed with the installation.

What Is A Map?

The Accessport has the capability to reprogram the factory tuning parameters inside the engine control unit (ECU) and transmission control module (TCM) using map files.  Map files contain specially written instructions for the Accessport to follow during the reprogramming process. A map file can contain information for any number of different modifications or enhancements to a vehicle, ranging from a race map for heavily modified vehicles, to an economy map for a stock vehicle. Through the use of the Accessport and different map files the ECU can be reprogrammed to accommodate virtually any vehicle configuration.

Save Stock ECU/TCM Program Data

After confirming the map to be installed, the Accessport will download the current stock ECU/TCM data from the vehicle.  The Accessport saves this data for use during the uninstall process to ensure that the vehicle is completely returned to stock.  The download process will take a few minutes to complete.

Install Accessport Programming

With the stock ECU data saved, the Accessport will automatically proceed with installation to the vehicle.  At this point, the Accessport reprograms the vehicle's ECU with new program data and calibration parameters from the installation map file.  This process will take several minutes to complete.

Transmission Control Module (TCM) Flashing

TCM flashing is available on AP3-NIS-006 and AP3-NIS-008 part numbers.  Once "Install to TCM" is selected, follow the instruction to save stock TCM program data; it takes approximately 7 minutes to complete the operation. Press OK to continue with saving the stock data, or press CANCEL to skip the process.

After the Accessport downloads and saves the stock TCM program data, it will proceed with installation of TCM data to the vehicle. Choose from a list of TCM map options.

Installation Complete

Follow all on-screen prompts on the Accessport to complete the installation process. The Accessport is now fully installed and ready for use and the vehicle's ECU and TCM, if applicable, are now programmed with new calibration data. The Accessport does not need to be plugged into the vehicle for the calibration to be in effect. You can disconnect the Accessport at this time or leave it plugged in to use any of the many features outlined below.

Please note that the Accessport is designed to work with only one vehicle at a time. Once the Accessport is installed, it cannot be used with another vehicle until it is uninstalled from the original vehicle.

Accessport Features & Functionality

Gauges

The Accessport can read sensor data from the factory ECU and display it as an on-screen gauge. This feature allows the Accessport to function as an auxiliary gauge displaying boost, RPM, temperature, or any number of other parameters available in the factory ECU.

The Accessport can also record sensor data from the factory ECU while you drive. With the ability to store multiple sessions, the Accessport can function as a complete engine datalogger and diagnostic tool. To begin datalogging, press the [OK] button while in the Gauges function. While the Accessport is recording a datalog, a single light blue light will scroll in the shift light. To view the results of your datalog sessions, simply connect the Accessport to your PC and retrieve the results using the AP Manager software. Data Log recordings are stored in a .csv (Comma Separated Values) format and are easily viewed using any spreadsheet application.

When you first select the Gauges function, you will be prompted to select an initial gauge layout. This layout can be changed at any time from the Change Gauge Layout menu.

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Press the [Up] or [Down] button to bring up the header.  Then press the [Down] button to highlight the monitor you would like to interact with and press [OK].  You will then be presented with the following options.

Change Monitor – Select the monitor that will be shown in the selected gauge

Reset Current Min/Max – Reset the minimum and maximum values of the selected gauge 

Reset All Min/Max – Reset the minimum and maximum values of all gauges

Setup

To enter the Setup function, press the [Up] button to bring up the header.  Now press the [Up] key to highlight the arrow button next to Setup and press [OK] to view the sub-menu.  

Change Gauge Layout – Select a gauge layout from a single large gauge, to many small gauges

Change Units – Set the unit scheme

Configure Shift Light – Adjust the RPM of the Shift Light

Configure Datalogging – Select which monitors to datalog

Change Gauge Layout 

You have the ability to display between 1 – 6 gauges in different preset formats.  The formats are as follows: 

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• One large Digital Gauge w/ Bar Gauge

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• One large Digital Gauge

• One small Digital Gauge w/ Bar Gauge
  
  

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• Three small Digital Gauges w/ Bar Gauges

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• Two small Digital Gauges w/ Bar Gauges

• two small Digital Gauges

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• One small Digital Gauge w/ Bar Gauge 

• four small Digital Gauges
  
  

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• Six small Digital Gauges

Configure Shift Light

Press [OK] and using the [Up] and [Down] buttons, set the RPM to the desired level to have the shift light flash. Press [OK] to save the RPM you have selected. By default, the shift light RPM is set above the stock redline. This essentially disables the shift light since that RPM will not be reached. You will need to lower the shift light RPM to enable this feature. 

Press [UP] to find the Setup option for the Shift Light, where you will find the following options: 

Disable Shift Light – Disables the shift light function and removes the shift light from the gauges screen. 

• NOTE: When you initiate a datalog, the shift light will reappear to notify you that you are logging. 

Reset Shift Light – Resets the shift light back to the default value.

Configure Datalogging

This list allows the user to enable or disable parameters for logging. Only monitors with a green circle will be recorded while using the datalogging feature. There is a default log list that includes a group of monitors put together by our in-house tuners. You can make changes to the log list by highlighting a monitor and pressing the [OK] button to activate/deactivate it for logging. Pressing the [Cancel] button will save any changes you have made to the datalog list.

Press [UP] to find the Setup option for Configure Datalog where you will find the following options: 

Sort Monitors – Sort the monitor list alphabetically, then reverse-alphabetically 

Clear Monitors – Clear all monitors from the datalog list

Reset to Defaults – Restore the datalog list to the default list 

Performance

The Accessport can calculate several performance measurements. 

0-60 MPH

To record the 0-60 MPH performance, select this menu option and follow instructions. A time slip showing the performance results will be displayed at the end of the performance test.

¼ Mile

To record the ¼ Mile performance, select this menu option and follow instructions. A time slip showing the performance results will be displayed at the end of the performance test.

Press [UP] to find the Setup option for Performance where you will find the option to Change Units.

Change Units

Imperial – This unit scheme uses imperial units: F, mph, PSI, AFR

Imperial (UK) – This unit scheme uses imperial units: C, mph, PSI, AFR

Metric – This unit scheme uses metric units: C, kph, kPA, Lambda

Metric w/ AFR – This unit scheme uses metric units (excl. AFR): C, kph, kPA, AFR

Troubleshooting

Use the Accessport as a diagnostic tool.

Bank Air Learn (Non-SD Only)

Relearn and rebalance airflow between the left and right intake manifolds. For more information on Bank Air Learn functions, please refer to How To: Perform Bank Balance on GTR.

Memory Snapshot

Use this feature to save a snapshot of the current ECU memory state. This function is primarily for use by Tech Support for troubleshooting purposes. To take a Memory Snapshot, select Troubleshooting from the main menu. Then, scroll to “Memory Snapshot” and press the center button. You will then see the status bar. When this gets to 100%, the Snapshot is complete. You can then use AP Manager to transfer the file to your computer.

Memory Snapshot TCM

Use this feature to save a snapshot of the current TCM memory state. This function is primarily for use by Tech Support for troubleshooting purposes. To take a Memory Snapshot, select Troubleshooting from the main menu. Then, scroll to “Memory Snapshot” and press the center button. You will then see the status bar. When this gets to 100%, the Snapshot is complete. You can then use AP Manager to transfer the file to your computer.

Read Codes

Use this function to read trouble codes from the engine computer. Stored codes indicate a mechanical or electrical fault. Use the up/down buttons to highlight a code and display a short description of the trouble code (if available).

Reset ECU

Reset learning and clear codes from the ECU

Identify Vehicle

Identifies the year, make, and model of your vehicle.

• For more details see - How To Identify Vehicle Rom Using an Accessport

TCM Service (AP3-NIS-006 and AP3-NIS-008 only)

Contains Clutch Gear Learn and Touch Point Adjust functions. For more information on TCM Service functions, please refer to TCM Adjustments.

TPMS Learning

TPMS Learning is used to register new TPMS sensors. For more information on TPMS Learning, please refer to TPMS Learning. 

I/M Readiness

Use this feature to read Inspection / Maintenance (I/M) test statuses of your vehicle. To read I/M, Select Troubleshooting from the main menu. Then, scroll to I/M Readiness. You will see an extensive list of readiness monitors.