Scan Gauge

hummingbird · 6th January 2009, 13:18

Firstoff, I wish the Gurus a happy and prosperous new year 2009!!!

Q1: Is Scangauge-II available in India? In Delhi? Where? What price?

Q2: I have New Honda City EXi (IDSI) 2004 model.
Does this model support OBD-II (and hence Scangauge-II)?

Background: My last tank was 18 kmpl. Any further improvement would require changes in driving style, and instantaneous consumption feedback, which is available through tools like Scangauge. Heard very good opinions about Scangauge on fora like cleanmpg and ecomodder.

I have asked Service Engineers at the regular dealership, and only response from the engineer was to stare back with a gaping open mouth. Then further prodding (asking honda helpline etc) got references to Honda Interface Module and Honda Diagnostic System. But no confirmation about OBD-II which would have solved the issue straightaway.

Would have bought the gauge anyways, but want to confirm in advance because wifey has a very low tolerance for expensive junk.

Thanks in advance,
Hummingbird

abhibh · 6th January 2009, 16:24

Hummingbird welcome to the forum.

First you have posted the thread in wrong section. Second you are getting 18 from your Honda

. Why do you want to further improve the F.E. ?

hummingbird · 6th January 2009, 17:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by abhibh

First you have posted the thread in wrong section.

:P newbie mistake! Can you point to the right forum/section please?

Quote:

Originally Posted by abhibh

Why do you want to further improve the F.E. ?

I am a hypermiler (at least I think so

) I want to further improve FE to be able to do 800 km on a tank - a 2009 resolution I have for myself.

I have seen people on other fora (cleanmpg, ecomodder etc.) getting insane FE from their cars - One guy did 103 mpg - and they are believable, from the discussion and persuits that they have.

I wanted to emulate them (and save some bucks on petrol in the bargain).

Any word on the scangauge-II part?

Cheers,
Hummingbird

the_maassk · 7th January 2009, 16:07

Surprising! This is the second time I am hearing about the ScanGauge from someone in the last couple of days.

Anyways - I have a Scangauge II installed on my Aveo U-VA. AFAIK, at least worldwide, all cars manufactured post 1996 are required to have an OBD port. The Scangauge II tries to automatically determine the protocol variant and connect. But sometime you might need to force a comm protocol. Japanese cars seem to have a flaky acceptance of the OBD II protocol. I have tried my unit on a Zen Estilo (a 6 month old model) and it refused to connect. I am going to try my unit on a friend's Getz (a favor for a friend who PM'd me). I'll see if I can get access to a Honda City (your model) and check - the chances are a bit remote though!

Here is what you can possibly do - get very friendly with the technicians who work at your dealers shop. Check their OBD scanner specs. Then you would know for sure. You can also try sending a mail to the support email address on the ScanGauge II website detailing your query. They are very good at responding and they did reply to my question with a definitive 90% sure answer - the last 10% was a risk I took :-)

hummingbird · 8th January 2009, 19:57

Hi Folks,

please help me find a local vendor for scangauge in Delhi/NCR

I can't believe no one in TBHP has the means to help me in this respect.

C'mon guys, lend me a helping hand...

Rgds,
Hummingbird

the_maassk · 9th January 2009, 09:37

Hummingbird - I don't think there is a local vendor for Scangauge in India - at least I could not find one. I ordered mine online and was shipped to me within 4 days ($169.95 including shipping to India).

BenjiRoss · 4th February 2009, 15:01

maassk - do you have pics of your scangauge? How did you fix it on your U-VA?

the_maassk · 4th February 2009, 17:06

The OBD II connector is just under the steering column, towards the center console. I plugged in the connector and ran the cable under the dash to come out from the small opening between the dash and the steering cover. The cable comes out just in front of the odometer console. I used the sticky velcro to stick the device on the plastic cover behind the steering wheel and plugged it in. The long length cable was tied with a tie-wrap to some other cables under the dash so that it does not fall out.

The mounting is very effective - does not obstruct the odo and other gauges and visible at all times without me having to look away from the road while driving.

gaddiwale · 4th February 2009, 23:06

Is Scan GaugeII compatible with Fiat Palio?

knp · 8th June 2009, 16:16

Does this works for my 2002 Santro ZipPlus? Really appreciate if any of the SG2 owner confirms this.

trrk · 19th June 2009, 20:07

Hi,

Scanguage II is working in my 2007 City CVT.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post1354400

knp · 23rd July 2009, 20:02

Friends, Is this ScanGaugeII works for hyundai i10 (kappa 2009 model)?
I am looking for this SG2 and would really appreciate if someone can confirm so that I can go-ahead and place the order?

trrk · 24th July 2009, 13:31

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by knp

Friends, Is this ScanGaugeII works for hyundai i10 (kappa 2009 model)?
I am looking for this SG2 and would really appreciate if someone can confirm so that I can go-ahead and place the order?

Take a look at the following message:

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post1354403

It does mention Santro (you did aska about Santro too!).

knp · 24th July 2009, 15:17

Thansk trrk. I will go through that thread.

dilipkumar7278 · 25th July 2009, 12:59

I have checked with my cousins i10 kappa and it worked. The problem with me is that I have a swift ddis and SG shows "Connecting" which means its not compatible. I have also checked it on santro xing and did not work but worked on accent GLS, confusing to say the least

Cheers
Dilip

quote=knp;1398385]Friends, Is this ScanGaugeII works for hyundai i10 (kappa 2009 model)?
I am looking for this SG2 and would really appreciate if someone can confirm so that I can go-ahead and place the order?[/quote]

6th January 2009, 13:18	#61
hummingbird Newbie Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greater Noida Posts: 6 Thanked: 2 Times	Scangauge Compatibility and availability Firstoff, I wish the Gurus a happy and prosperous new year 2009!!! Q1: Is Scangauge-II available in India? In Delhi? Where? What price? Q2: I have New Honda City EXi (IDSI) 2004 model. Does this model support OBD-II (and hence Scangauge-II)? Background: My last tank was 18 kmpl. Any further improvement would require changes in driving style, and instantaneous consumption feedback, which is available through tools like Scangauge. Heard very good opinions about Scangauge on fora like cleanmpg and ecomodder. I have asked Service Engineers at the regular dealership, and only response from the engineer was to stare back with a gaping open mouth. Then further prodding (asking honda helpline etc) got references to Honda Interface Module and Honda Diagnostic System. But no confirmation about OBD-II which would have solved the issue straightaway. Would have bought the gauge anyways, but want to confirm in advance because wifey has a very low tolerance for expensive junk. Thanks in advance, Hummingbird
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6th January 2009, 16:24	#62
abhibh Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Back in the HOOD near you! Posts: 2,768 Thanked: 39 Times	Hummingbird welcome to the forum. First you have posted the thread in wrong section. Second you are getting 18 from your Honda . Why do you want to further improve the F.E. ?
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7th January 2009, 16:07	#64
the_maassk BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vadodara/ NG7 2QP Posts: 205 Thanked: 6 Times View My Garage	Surprising! This is the second time I am hearing about the ScanGauge from someone in the last couple of days. Anyways - I have a Scangauge II installed on my Aveo U-VA. AFAIK, at least worldwide, all cars manufactured post 1996 are required to have an OBD port. The Scangauge II tries to automatically determine the protocol variant and connect. But sometime you might need to force a comm protocol. Japanese cars seem to have a flaky acceptance of the OBD II protocol. I have tried my unit on a Zen Estilo (a 6 month old model) and it refused to connect. I am going to try my unit on a friend's Getz (a favor for a friend who PM'd me). I'll see if I can get access to a Honda City (your model) and check - the chances are a bit remote though! Here is what you can possibly do - get very friendly with the technicians who work at your dealers shop. Check their OBD scanner specs. Then you would know for sure. You can also try sending a mail to the support email address on the ScanGauge II website detailing your query. They are very good at responding and they did reply to my question with a definitive 90% sure answer - the last 10% was a risk I took :-)
	() Thanks

8th January 2009, 19:57	#65
hummingbird Newbie Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Greater Noida Posts: 6 Thanked: 2 Times	Local vendor for Scangauge in Delhi/NCR Hi Folks, please help me find a local vendor for scangauge in Delhi/NCR I can't believe no one in TBHP has the means to help me in this respect. C'mon guys, lend me a helping hand... Rgds, Hummingbird
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9th January 2009, 09:37	#66
the_maassk BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vadodara/ NG7 2QP Posts: 205 Thanked: 6 Times View My Garage	Hummingbird - I don't think there is a local vendor for Scangauge in India - at least I could not find one. I ordered mine online and was shipped to me within 4 days ($169.95 including shipping to India).
	() Thanks

4th February 2009, 15:01	#67
BenjiRoss Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tamilnadu Posts: 1,066 Thanked: 1,330 Times	maassk - do you have pics of your scangauge? How did you fix it on your U-VA?
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4th February 2009, 17:06	#68
the_maassk BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vadodara/ NG7 2QP Posts: 205 Thanked: 6 Times View My Garage	Fixing the ScanGauge II on the U-VA The OBD II connector is just under the steering column, towards the center console. I plugged in the connector and ran the cable under the dash to come out from the small opening between the dash and the steering cover. The cable comes out just in front of the odometer console. I used the sticky velcro to stick the device on the plastic cover behind the steering wheel and plugged it in. The long length cable was tied with a tie-wrap to some other cables under the dash so that it does not fall out. The mounting is very effective - does not obstruct the odo and other gauges and visible at all times without me having to look away from the road while driving.
	() Thanks

4th February 2009, 23:06	#69
gaddiwale BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 399 Thanked: 77 Times	Is Scan GaugeII compatible with Fiat Palio?
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8th June 2009, 16:16	#70
knp BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 241 Thanked: 42 Times	Does this works for my 2002 Santro ZipPlus? Really appreciate if any of the SG2 owner confirms this.
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19th June 2009, 20:07	#71
trrk Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Alleppey, Kerala Posts: 2,114 Thanked: 34 Times View My Garage	Hi, Scanguage II is working in my 2007 City CVT. http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...ml#post1354400
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23rd July 2009, 20:02	#72
knp BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 241 Thanked: 42 Times	Friends, Is this ScanGaugeII works for hyundai i10 (kappa 2009 model)? I am looking for this SG2 and would really appreciate if someone can confirm so that I can go-ahead and place the order?
	() Thanks

24th July 2009, 15:17	#74
knp BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 241 Thanked: 42 Times	Thansk trrk. I will go through that thread.
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25th July 2009, 12:59	#75
dilipkumar7278 BANNED Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: COCHIN Posts: 441 Thanked: 109 Times View My Garage	SG and i10 I have checked with my cousins i10 kappa and it worked. The problem with me is that I have a swift ddis and SG shows "Connecting" which means its not compatible. I have also checked it on santro xing and did not work but worked on accent GLS, confusing to say the least Cheers Dilip quote=knp;1398385]Friends, Is this ScanGaugeII works for hyundai i10 (kappa 2009 model)? I am looking for this SG2 and would really appreciate if someone can confirm so that I can go-ahead and place the order?[/quote]
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