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Bluest Member Since: 23 Apr 2016 Location: Lancashire Posts: 4230 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I bought one of these Sp full ELM327 OBDII Car OBD2 Reader Diagnostic Scanner Works with Android/Windows https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07RHRMG1B/ref...yDbZHDB8E3
And downloaded this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details...&hl=en It works a treat and I can have a load of aux gauges on my phone or tablet. Only problem is the obd2 Bluetooth adapter that plugs into the OBD port is always live, even with ignition off. Anyone else used one of these and do I need to worry about flattening my battery? 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS |
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Minch90 Member Since: 15 Sep 2017 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 236 ![]() ![]() |
I have an UltraGauge Bluetooth one and the battery is fine, just got back from being away for 3 weeks and defender started first time so no battery probs! 2.4TDCI 90 - everyday brilliance
S3 V8 Lightweight - in the garage being ignored #newchassistime S3 lightweight - 2nd car 24V fire risk with a full tilt and the windscreen down S1 80" - first car fun - 75mph in neutral downhill once #wobblesallround |
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BenB8man Member Since: 22 Mar 2017 Location: Norfolk Posts: 431 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I think you can get 90° plugs for the ODB socket.
![]() Edit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bolongking-OBD-II...amp;sr=8-4 I should think that would work. ![]() |
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Bluest Member Since: 23 Apr 2016 Location: Lancashire Posts: 4230 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I bought a 90 low profile ribbon extension cablefor not much off amazon, you can then close the lid. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS
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m3vert Member Since: 15 Mar 2018 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 162 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I notice this one is for Android only, do you know of any that work with these crappy iPhones OS?
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Minch90 Member Since: 15 Sep 2017 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 236 ![]() ![]() |
Discomog - I just unclipped the connector and pushed it back a bit and the cover fits perfectly! 2.4TDCI 90 - everyday brilliance
S3 V8 Lightweight - in the garage being ignored #newchassistime S3 lightweight - 2nd car 24V fire risk with a full tilt and the windscreen down S1 80" - first car fun - 75mph in neutral downhill once #wobblesallround |
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Bluest Member Since: 23 Apr 2016 Location: Lancashire Posts: 4230 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I haven't actually used this in the end, as I didn't like that the Bluetooth dongle was always live even with the ignition off. Was giving me sleepiness nights thinking about my battery drain. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS
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ozzie1989 Member Since: 25 Feb 2009 Location: Wales Posts: 282 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
If you're really worried about battery drain then you could always do the following:
The OBDII will then only be powered when you turn the key ![]() Then: 2004 2.5 TD5 90 Hard Top (X-Tech Edition) |
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Ianh Member Since: 17 Sep 2018 Location: Essex Posts: 2134 ![]() ![]() |
Those flat OBD2 extension cables also have a variant with an inline button switch to disconnect the male from the female connector. So as long as you remember to switch it off you are ok and don’t have to unplug and replug.
Another alternative is the OBDLink LX or MX, they even have one for iPads and iPhones, these auto switch off so no bat drain, have secure Bluetooth, are good quality, fast in comms to display device but cost a fair bit. Having said that, permanently connecting a cheap ELM327 into expensive ECUs may not be a good idea long term, so it may be £’s well spent. |
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hank Member Since: 12 Sep 2016 Location: South Wales Posts: 2316 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Gents,
I bought a 90 deg flat ribbon OBD extension cable - this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01AGR076S/ (now unavailable ![]() It fouls the cover so I can't get it back on. Would somebody share a link to one that allows the cover to be refitted? > 110 XS Double Cab |
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Scotm Member Since: 28 Feb 2014 Location: Aberdeenshire Posts: 672 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I bought similar - the cover goes back on but with slight curve out on one side. Not really noticeable.
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G4UJS Member Since: 20 Jan 2019 Location: Shropshire Posts: 226 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
As for modifying the fuse box, I just removed the single screw that holds the OBD socket in its mount and that allowed the socket to go backwards and fit my adaptor and close the fuse box.
Regards Rob |
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hank Member Since: 12 Sep 2016 Location: South Wales Posts: 2316 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Ahhhh good tip! > 110 XS Double Cab
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