OBD (On-board diagnostics) for Indian Cars

devrajman · 25th May 2015, 17:56

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Originally Posted by nijelj

Hi Guys, Can someone with a Wifi enabled OBD scanner,in Bangalore, let me know if I can check out to see if it works on my laptop. Please PM me your contact, I'll get in touch with you. Thanks!

PM'ed you my details.

cs_rajesh · 25th May 2015, 19:59

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Originally Posted by devrajman

PM'ed you my details.

hi
perhaps you can inform over a reply on the forum and others like me could benefit from the information. I am as well looking for OBD and wifi would help

regards
Rajesh

devrajman · 25th May 2015, 20:17

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Originally Posted by cs_rajesh

hi
perhaps you can inform over a reply on the forum and others like me could benefit from the information. I am as well looking for OBD and wifi would help

regards
Rajesh

I asked for PM as he wants to try WiFi in blore at someones place

No info asked by him to reply on forum

BenjiRoss · 26th May 2015, 06:56

My mini ELM which I bought on eBay worked for six months and went kaput. The green light never comes on.

amitpunjani · 26th May 2015, 13:55

I recently installed ELM 327 in my Sx4 2012 and paired this Samsung Tablet using Torque application. There is no issue in pairing, but unfortunately all the readings of various parameters are not being communicated to the app. Even tried, fun2drive, but only reading for Engine RPM, Coolant temp, speed are visible. Even the turbo boost reading is not appropriate. There seems to be considerable lag b/w the engine working and readings. Any thoughts?

Amit

devrajman · 26th May 2015, 14:55

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Originally Posted by BenjiRoss

My mini ELM which I bought on eBay worked for six months and went kaput. The green light never comes on.

Do check with ebay vendor, some have 6months warranty and can be replaced

BenjiRoss · 26th May 2015, 20:22

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Originally Posted by devrajman

Do check with ebay vendor, some have 6months warranty and can be replaced

I've dashed off an email to the seller. He is still selling the stuff. I hope he offers a refund.

nijelj · 27th May 2015, 15:12

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Originally Posted by amitpunjani

I recently installed ELM 327 in my Sx4 2012 , but unfortunately all the readings of various parameters are not being communicated to the app. Even tried, fun2drive, but only reading for Engine RPM, Coolant temp, speed are visible. Even the turbo boost reading is not appropriate. There seems to be considerable lag b/w the engine working and readings. Any thoughts?

I'm answering assuming the SX-4 uses the same communication protocol as the Ritz. The Ritz uses the K-Line protocol, which is slower than the CAN protocol. That could explain the lag. Regarding visible measurements, it might be because Maruti did not want too much data to be read out in the conventional way.

gargashwin06 · 3rd June 2015, 11:09

Hi

Guys, I recently got a ELM327 mini OBD2 connector for my Ciaz. Now the problem is the adapter connects fine however the app is stuck at looking for a protocol and there is some random code that it's trying to read. I tried everything but no luck.

Can you guys help me out? Thanks

sudsan · 4th June 2015, 12:03

All you knowledgeable folk out there,
Being pretty ignorant about a lot of stuff being discussed here I have a few queries:
1) I have a 2011 Toyota Etios (V-Petrol) - where do I find the OBD 2 port in this car? I believe this car has one since I had read an earlier post confirming this.
2) Which would be the best scanner for this - Elm 327 or Scangauge?
3) If Elm 327, does it always have to be linked thru Blutooth to an Android device for reading off the parameters or is there a model with an attached display?
4) Would any of the above give me readings wrt fuel for a) distance to empty b) average fuel consumption
5) Lastly, can any of these or other similar devices be sourced locally in Bangalore or alternatively who is the best online supplier and at what cost?

Many thanks in advance for a quickish reply!

a4anurag · 4th June 2015, 14:59

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Originally Posted by sudsan

1) I have a 2011 Toyota Etios (V-Petrol) - where do I find the OBD 2 port in this car?

It is above the accelerator pedal area, near the drivers right knee behind the dashboard. Bend down to see it exposed.

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Originally Posted by sudsan

2) Which would be the best scanner for this - Elm 327 or Scangauge?

I recommend the ELM 327. Been using some 4 years! Reliable and not a battery drainer.

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Originally Posted by sudsan

3) If Elm 327, does it always have to be linked thru Blutooth to an Android device for reading off the parameters or is there a model with an attached display?

There are choices of Bluetooth one or USB type that get connected to your laptop.

Attached display not available. If you want a stand alone type - but a cheap android tablet and get the ELM 327 paired permanently.

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Originally Posted by sudsan

4) Would any of the above give me readings wrt fuel for
a) distance to empty b) average fuel consumption

A) Doesn't work
B) Yes it does give out data on Average FE.

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Originally Posted by sudsan

5) Lastly, can any of these or other similar devices be sourced locally in Bangalore or alternatively who is the best online supplier and at what cost?

BHPian Devrajman is in Bangalore where you can source it from him and that is his handle on Team-BHP.

sudsan · 4th June 2015, 15:57

A4anurag - many thanks for your quick reply. Much appreciated.

Devrajman - If you get around to reading this how do I source this from you? (I am unable to PM Devrajman being a 'newbie' on this forum and not entitled to the privilege!)

Perhaps some kindly soul could do so on my behalf! Thanks in advance !

a4anurag · 4th June 2015, 17:43

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Originally Posted by sudsan

A4anurag - many thanks for your quick reply. Much appreciated.

Perhaps some kindly soul could do so on my behalf! Thanks in advance !

I have sent him a PM.

BTW, which car are you looking to buy the OBD reader for?

sudsan · 4th June 2015, 20:07

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Originally Posted by a4anurag

I have sent him a PM.

BTW, which car are you looking to buy the OBD reader for?

Many thanks a4anurag.

Like I'd mentioned in my earlier post it's for my Toyota Etios (2011-V-Petrol).
I hope the ELM 327 is compatible with this car!

a4anurag · 4th June 2015, 20:38

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Originally Posted by sudsan

Like I'd mentioned in my earlier post it's for my Toyota Etios (2011-V-Petrol).
I hope the ELM 327 is compatible with this car!

Oops, sorry, I forgot it.

I hope it works as I have seen that Toyota cars aren't friendly with the ELM 327. Do try it out before purchasing.

26th May 2015, 06:56	#1114
BenjiRoss Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tamilnadu Posts: 1,066 Thanked: 1,330 Times	re: OBD (On-board diagnostics) for Indian Cars My mini ELM which I bought on eBay worked for six months and went kaput. The green light never comes on.
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26th May 2015, 13:55	#1115
amitpunjani BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 451 Thanked: 109 Times	re: OBD (On-board diagnostics) for Indian Cars I recently installed ELM 327 in my Sx4 2012 and paired this Samsung Tablet using Torque application. There is no issue in pairing, but unfortunately all the readings of various parameters are not being communicated to the app. Even tried, fun2drive, but only reading for Engine RPM, Coolant temp, speed are visible. Even the turbo boost reading is not appropriate. There seems to be considerable lag b/w the engine working and readings. Any thoughts? Amit
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gargashwin06 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Pune Posts: 54 Thanked: 44 Times	Hi Guys, I recently got a ELM327 mini OBD2 connector for my Ciaz. Now the problem is the adapter connects fine however the app is stuck at looking for a protocol and there is some random code that it's trying to read. I tried everything but no luck. Can you guys help me out? Thanks Last edited by ampere : 3rd June 2015 at 11:11. Reason: Formatted post
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sudsan BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 29 Thanked: 107 Times	re: OBD (On-board diagnostics) for Indian Cars All you knowledgeable folk out there, Being pretty ignorant about a lot of stuff being discussed here I have a few queries: 1) I have a 2011 Toyota Etios (V-Petrol) - where do I find the OBD 2 port in this car? I believe this car has one since I had read an earlier post confirming this. 2) Which would be the best scanner for this - Elm 327 or Scangauge? 3) If Elm 327, does it always have to be linked thru Blutooth to an Android device for reading off the parameters or is there a model with an attached display? 4) Would any of the above give me readings wrt fuel for a) distance to empty b) average fuel consumption 5) Lastly, can any of these or other similar devices be sourced locally in Bangalore or alternatively who is the best online supplier and at what cost? Many thanks in advance for a quickish reply!
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4th June 2015, 15:57	#1122
sudsan BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 29 Thanked: 107 Times	re: OBD (On-board diagnostics) for Indian Cars A4anurag - many thanks for your quick reply. Much appreciated. Devrajman - If you get around to reading this how do I source this from you? (I am unable to PM Devrajman being a 'newbie' on this forum and not entitled to the privilege!) Perhaps some kindly soul could do so on my behalf! Thanks in advance !
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