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Old 06-12-2014, 08:52 PM
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OBD2 OBD-II Car Auto Diagnostic Scan Tools

Hi there,

I wanted to know if anyone had use this scanner on their car and if anyone had good feedback tks.

ELM327 Bluetooth Wifi V1 5 HH D1 OBD2 OBD II CAR Auto Diagnostic Scan Tools | eBay
Old 06-12-2014, 09:30 PM
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I don't have that one - but these bluetooth scanners need something to display the info. I use Torque - runs only on Adroid - and is very highly rated.
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Apparently there some apps that run on the Iphone, do you have any problem with yours or is it accurate?
I want to get it because I don't trust the infiniti dealership here.
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It works well. Besides reading codes, it can display a wealth of information: from catalytic temps to intake air temp to 0-60 times to estimated hp & torque.

The Bluetooth readers basically send all that data to your phone or tablet. I don't want to say they are all the same (evidently some are faster than others, some drop the connections, etc) - but their function is basically the same.

Here is a thread I started some time ago on this topic: Torque..no not that kind
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Old 06-13-2014, 08:38 AM
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Dash Command seems to have good reviews for iOS. App is $10 plus the cost of the OBD Bluetooth reader

Amazon.com: LYL® WIFI Wirless OBD2 Car Diagnostic Reader Scanner Scan Tool for Iphone iPad iOS PC: Automotive
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I thought iOS couldn't use custom/raw serial bluetooth profiles.. and would require the wifi version of the elm device to work ??
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Originally Posted by Comatose
I thought iOS couldn't use custom/raw serial bluetooth profiles.. and would require the wifi version of the elm device to work ??
I heard that it will only work if you have wifi version too.
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Looks like Dash Command for IOS wants wifi...

From Palmer Performance web site:
DashCommand™ for the iPhone/iPod touch utilizes the built-in GPS & accelerometer sensors in the iPhone to provide advanced features such as the skid pad, race track, and inclinometer. It also includes virtual dashboards using our patent-pending DashXL™ technology. High quality software combined with the iPhone's sensors gives you the most convenient diagnostics & display solution anywhere.

Using WiFi technology and a supported hardware interface, you will be able to connect your iPhone to your OBD-II compliant vehicle and monitor, log, and playback vehicle information and parameters (GPS & accelerometer features are fully functional even without an OBD-II connection).
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I got my scanner and download Dash command on my Iphone and love it so far so good
tks guys
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I have one it works great, there are several apps on the android market that do different things some do read cat temps and information, The app Torque has a add on just for infiniti models its able to read different parts that some apps wont let you its called infiniti advance.
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Originally Posted by beto4632
I have one it works great, there are several apps on the android market that do different things some do read cat temps and information, The app Torque has a add on just for infiniti models its able to read different parts that some apps wont let you its called infiniti advance.
Thanks, I will look into that later, hope I can find that add on on the iphone too.
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Originally Posted by beto4632
I have one it works great, there are several apps on the android market that do different things some do read cat temps and information, The app Torque has a add on just for infiniti models its able to read different parts that some apps wont let you its called infiniti advance.
As I thought they do not have that app for the Iphone.
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Do all these provide Live Data, or do I have to read the description closely? I don't want something that just reads a code, I want more from it.

At Advance Auto, the cheapest OBD II scanner that have a live feed is $99, and if I want to read ABS codes, it's $250.

Will any of these give me live info as well as ABS codes?

I am most interested in this one:

Amazon.com: BAFX Products - Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light & diagnostics - Android ONLY: Automotive Amazon.com: BAFX Products - Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light & diagnostics - Android ONLY: Automotive

Or this one:

Amazon.com: ScanTool 427201 OBDLink LX Bluetooth: OBD Adapter/Diagnostic Scanner for Android & Windows: Automotive Amazon.com: ScanTool 427201 OBDLink LX Bluetooth: OBD Adapter/Diagnostic Scanner for Android & Windows: Automotive

I know it's quite a price difference, but will either of them give me both live info as well as ABS codes?
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In my personal experience, the unit consumes lots power causing battery drain out very quickly, not recommended.
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Can anyone suggest one that hooks up to a tough book laptop?


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