Using the macOS network tools, connect to the adapter hotspot. So while connected to the adapter hotspot, you can’t use the Internet in a usual way. OBD WiFi adapters are a bit tricky because they require that you connect your computer to the WiFi
Then select the correct port from the COM port dropdown. In OBD Auto Doctor, navigate to File -> Open connection, and select Serial port as the Connection method. OBD Auto Doctor can detect and communicate with the adapter only after macOS has appropriately identified As a result, the operating system willĭetect them as COM ports or Serial ports. In this case, please refer to the adapter user manual for theĪll supported USB adapters use a USB-to-serial converter. However, in some cases, the adapter might Most of the USB adapters work out of the box on macOS. B - USB adapter Verify driver and operating system support Then click Search Bluetooth devices and pick your adapter from the list. In OBD Auto Doctor, navigate to File -> Open connection, and select Bluetooth as the Connection method.
If a pairing code for the adapter is requested, refer to the adapter user guide for the code. However, if a PINĬode is needed, it’s requested during the first connection attempt. No pairing or other manual actions are required outside the software to use these dongles. Unfortunately, we need to wait for Apple to fix the problem.
Luckily, this issue does not affect the BLE adapters. MacOS Monterey has some compatibility issues with all the classic Bluetooth adapters and won't connect with any of them.