OBD11 fault readers (bluetooth)

[Claws]

Hi All

 

Has anybody tried these devices or similar bluetooth ones? if so whats your thoughts?

 

 

Scan Tool 427201 OBDLink LX bluetooth OBD-II/2 Scan Tool Interface Code Reader

 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/427201-OBDLink-Bluetooth-Interface-Software/dp/B00H9S71LW/ref=cm_cr_pr_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

 

Using Android App Torque Pro

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.prowl.torque

Cheers

 

Steve

[Russ68]

I haven't tried them, but I am interested. I know some of the other contributors have fault readers, and hopefully they'll share the benefit of their experience with us ;) 

[Mr Lawrence]

I paid around £7 for mine off eBay.

I use either dashboard or torque which both work well.

You can check fuel trims, boost and such like.

Worth getting a cheap one first.

[Maca44]

Got a cheap BT reader from eBay & use Torque pro.

 

Both work together well never had a problem getting data or reading/searching for any codes.

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/OBD-II-2-EOBD-CAR-AUTO-DIAGNOSTIC-FAULT-CODE-READER-SCANNER-SCAN-TOOL-FOR-CHEVY-/251986574466?hash=item3aab91fc82

[Claws]

Thanks guys for your responses.

A couple of questions Spring to mind, if you have this bit of kit running while your driving, does it record the live feed back, for reviewing at a later time? And does it read compression levels in each pot? I'm not sure exactly how advanced, technology has travelled, so I have to ask these questions in order to get up to speed with it all!!

Regards

Steve

[Old Peter]

I have just had the engine warning light on, but my OBD2 reader would only scan KWP2000.  I gave up, and guessed it was Code P0402 and with brick on the accelerator pedal to keep it between 1100 and 1500 rpm I sprayed Wynns EGR cleaner into the air intake.

 

Then a 10 mile drive to get the stuff working.  Light gone.

 

But I ask why the reader didn't throw up a code.

 

Peter.

[Maca44]

Thanks guys for your responses.

A couple of questions Spring to mind, if you have this bit of kit running while your driving, does it record the live feed back, for reviewing at a later time? And does it read compression levels in each pot? I'm not sure exactly how advanced, technology has travelled, so I have to ask these questions in order to get up to speed with it all!!

Regards

Steve

Yes using my phone I can record the journey while my chosen data also records on the same screen but not seen any compression levels on my AP (Torque Pro). 

[Claws]

Thanks chaps for your replies, and apologies for delayed response.

 

I am thinking about getting the bluetooth adapter above, but another question occured to me. My Android phone (Samsung S4) is paired with the Parrot system, if I install this product, will I have any issues choosing which to prioritise when I start the car? or do I simply remove it from the cars connector? or should I just pair it with the Android 'Tablet' (Samsung) I have for ease? I have the Torque app on both. I have probably answered my own question, but its just about making life easier

 

Thanks again

 

Steve

[Maca44]

Thanks chaps for your replies, and apologies for delayed response.

 

I am thinking about getting the bluetooth adapter above, but another question occured to me. My Android phone (Samsung S4) is paired with the Parrot system, if I install this product, will I have any issues choosing which to prioritise when I start the car? or do I simply remove it from the cars connector? or should I just pair it with the Android 'Tablet' (Samsung) I have for ease? I have the Torque app on both. I have probably answered my own question, but its just about making life easier

 

Thanks again

 

Steve

I also have Parrot & when I plug in my reader it just connects along with the Parrot I guess it has no conflict with parrot its just sending data & not trying to take calls. Just so you know these readers are rather basic so don't expect too much data but it is handy. To film your car jouney with a data overlay you will need to download an extra bit of Torque Android software but it's all very easy to do. Never had any issues using Android Kit-Kat Samsung Note 3.

 

Hope you enjoy it

[Claws]

Thanks Mark

That's put my mind at rest, I might just go and treat myself

Steve