TOPDON announces increased RLink J2534 production

TOPDON has increased production of the RLink J2534 diagnostic tool, empowering independent repair shops with OE-level programming capabilities previously limited to dealerships.
Aug. 19, 2025
3 min read

Key Highlights

  • The RLink J2534 supports OE reprogramming and diagnostic functions for late-model vehicles across multiple major brands.
  • Features a powerful 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 CPU, USB-C interface, and high-speed data transfer with reduced latency.
  • Compatible with OEM software such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Porsche, Ford, Toyota, Honda, GM, Subaru, Nissan, Chrysler, VW/Audi, Volvo, and Jaguar/Land Rover.
  • Includes a Driver Management System for easy driver downloads and free lifetime updates to keep tools current.
  • Designed to be affordable for independent repair shops, enabling them to perform complex programming tasks in-house and recoup costs quickly.

TOPDON announced that it's increasing production of the RLink J2534 diagnostics and pass-through tool to meet the demands of independent automotive repair shops. The RLink J2534 offers advanced programming capabilities that were previously predominantly reserved for auto dealerships and massive auto repair chains. 

The tool features OE reprogramming and diagnostic functions ideal for late-model vehicles, and the exclusive Driver Management System allows users to download the latest vehicle drivers and stay updated with free lifetime updates. It also offers high-speed data transfer and reduced latency with a wired connection. It also features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 CPU, 512KB flash/SRAM 256KB storage, 9-18V input range, power and communication LED indicators, and a USB-C wired interface. The RLink J2534 is compatible with the following OEM software: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Porsche (PIWIS-3), Ford (Forscan) (FDRS/FJDS), Toyota, Honda (HDS, i-HDS), GM (GDS2/TLC/SPS) (Tech2win), Subaru (SSM4), Nissan (CONSULT-III Plus R2R/NERS), Chrysler (wiTECH2), VW/Audi (ODIS-S), Volvo (VIDA2014), and Jaguar/Land Rover (SDD) (Pathfinder).

What people are saying

Chad Schnitz, vice president of TOPDON US, said, "TOPDON’s RLink J2534 diagnostic tool puts the power of OE-level programming and coding into the hands of auto techs and weekend garage warriors alike. Over the years, repair shops have lost repair work or outsourced it because the technology to reprogram the OBD-II system was too expensive. The RLink J2534 is a competitively priced tool that, when paired with a valid subscription to OEM software, grants users the ability to program or update a large variety of control modules on most popular brands. In fact, the cost of our RLink 2534 could easily be recouped after only a few repairs. As awareness of the recently introduced tool has grown, demand has skyrocketed and led to an increase in production."

"The RLink J2534 is extremely dependable and has been rigorously tested on over 10,000 vehicles," said Schnitz. “It integrates seamlessly with OE-purchased software, giving techs access to a full range of vehicle brands. We’ve also incorporated user-friendly technology, like effortless one-click driver downloads of detailed repair guides, ECU coding, reset services, and cloud-based programming. The RLink J2534 is a real game-changer for independent repair shops seeking to enhance their service abilities at a competitive price point."

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About the Author

Griffin Matis

Associate Editor | PTEN & Professional Distributor

Griffin Matis is an associate editor for the Vehicle Repair Group. A graduate of the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, Matis works with Professional Tool & Equipment News (PTEN), Professional Distributor, and VehicleServicePros.com. 

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