Recommendation for OBDII reader?
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Race Director
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From: Camp Verde AZ
C1 of Year Finalist (performance mods) 2019
2017 C1 of Year Finalist
Recommendation for OBDII reader?
Suggestions for good reader for this car? Sounds like a good addition to the toolbox.
Not looking for the cheapest, just a decent one for a DIY type person
Thanks,
Doug
Not looking for the cheapest, just a decent one for a DIY type person
Thanks,
Doug
Racer
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From: Scottsdale Arizona
Drifting
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I searched, but it must have been lost with all the other important data~ In the mega -merge from hell
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Race Director
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From: Camp Verde AZ
C1 of Year Finalist (performance mods) 2019
2017 C1 of Year Finalist
Team Owner
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From: salem OR
I use an Actron about 200-300 range. They have many models. Reads and clears codes
Allows you to look at all the tune value's . Like your timing and cat temp and many many more. I would say it is more than 100.
You can look at everything and save it then print it all out from any point. I look at long term trims and then timing on my old centi cars.
Allows you to look at all the tune value's . Like your timing and cat temp and many many more. I would say it is more than 100.
You can look at everything and save it then print it all out from any point. I look at long term trims and then timing on my old centi cars.
Racer
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From: Scottsdale Arizona
Instructor
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Tripleblk6spd, how is the hptuner different from the ProEFI I have possibly seen associated with you
Melting Slicks
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$15 OBD II wifi reader and $10 DashCommand app for iPhone/android for the win
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ELM327-WiFi-OBD2-Car-Diagnostics-Scanner-Code-Reader-for-iPhone-iOS-AND-Android-/231503712826?hash=item35e6b2523a&item=231503712826&var=&vxp=mtr
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dash...321293183?mt=8
easily programmed for data logging hundreds of parameters and is switchable between all of your cars
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ELM327-WiFi-OBD2-Car-Diagnostics-Scanner-Code-Reader-for-iPhone-iOS-AND-Android-/231503712826?hash=item35e6b2523a&item=231503712826&var=&vxp=mtr
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dash...321293183?mt=8
easily programmed for data logging hundreds of parameters and is switchable between all of your cars
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I got a OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool for 99.00 and it works well. You can google and see if it does what you need. You can read/reset codes with it and it works over bluetooth with an app for android only. They also have a OBDLink MX Wi-Fi Scan Tool for iOS & Windows that also works with android for 119.
Last edited by badhabit_wb; Sep 29, 2015 at 08:39 PM.
Drifting
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From: Raleigh North Carolina
Here's what I'm using:
- Data Recorder: Samsung S4 using Torqe App
- ODBii Bluetooth reader: OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool
- Torque App is Android based and can read and reset check engine codes. I'm sure apple has equivalent app.
Here a link to wiki page on ODBii PID --> Wiki Page OBDii PIDs
** Note: I was using an ELM27, but I wanted higher resolution so I upgraded to the following **
Picture of OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool:
Racer
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From: Scottsdale Arizona
The ProEFI ECU's are complete stand alone engine controllers. He is mainly looking for an easy way to log his engine data. HP Tuners is pretty inexpensive and still leaves him some future options if he chooses to go that route.
Melting Slicks
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Especially if you want to do more and actually get into changing the parameters (tuning) later on.
If tuning and scanning is your intent from the start then there are several ways to skin this cat and everyone will certainly have their favorites. Cant go wrong with HP tuners though. It is surely in the top 3 or 4 at scanning and/or tuning.
SUBVETTE
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From: San Diego CA
I use an Actron about 200-300 range. They have many models. Reads and clears codes
Allows you to look at all the tune value's . Like your timing and cat temp and many many more. I would say it is more than 100.
You can look at everything and save it then print it all out from any point. I look at long term trims and then timing on my old centi cars.
Allows you to look at all the tune value's . Like your timing and cat temp and many many more. I would say it is more than 100.
You can look at everything and save it then print it all out from any point. I look at long term trims and then timing on my old centi cars.
I have an Actron 9580A. Does everything the OP is interested in and was a good addition to my tool box. Actron makes several models, Google it and go on their website to choose what is best for you.
Safety Car
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From: North California
Here's what I'm using:
Here a link to wiki page on ODBii PID --> Wiki Page OBDii PIDs
** Note: I was using an ELM27, but I wanted higher resolution so I upgraded to the following **
Picture of OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool:
- Data Recorder: Samsung S4 using Torqe App
- ODBii Bluetooth reader: OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool
- Torque App is Android based and can read and reset check engine codes. I'm sure apple has equivalent app.
Here a link to wiki page on ODBii PID --> Wiki Page OBDii PIDs
** Note: I was using an ELM27, but I wanted higher resolution so I upgraded to the following **
Picture of OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool:
Side benefit is that if the OBDII plug is used OnStar can't track your every movement. The adapter is so small you never hit it with your leg.
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If all you are interested in is what the posters above mention then those units will work. If you are interested in maintaining your car then you need something better. OBDII readers are pretty much restricted to reading power train codes with some being able to read ABS and Air Bag codes. Since about 45% of the codes on a modern car are non power train related you need something that can read those codes if you want to maintain the car after the warranty has expired. Power train fault codes are sort of rare nowadays with fault codes for non power train areas becoming more prevalent. When your doors don't open properly, when your mag ride suspension system starts acting strangely or when the HVAC starts acting up that is when it is nice to be able to read those other codes.
Bill
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I know the C7 runs an updated version of Onstar, but on the C6 this is not a correct statement. I've been on a call with ONstar and they were able to locate me while my ODBII adapter was plugged in.
Drifting
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Thanks for posting this and the reply SBC....
Drifting
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From: Raleigh North Carolina
The majority of the time I run Torque's Dashboard screen while driving, which are Real-Time engine statistics for those not familiar. On one trip I called OnStar to see if the code I read through the app would match up with what they were seeing. It did. The nice lady on the call was able to find my location and perform the vehicle diagnostic test.
As far as I know the only way to defeat OnStar in a C6 (may be different for a C7) is the pull the related fuses and or remove the antenna. Also OnStar doesn't work when there isn't AT&T 3G/4GLte network coverage. I found this out while deep in the NC mountains
