Blue tooth Scanners......
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Blue tooth Scanners......
Has anyone used the new Blue Tooth scanners? Specifically the BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool for iPhone? What was your thoughts? Good device or prefer the wired scanners.
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I have a BAFX OBD-2 bluetooth reader/scanner that I use with FORscan and Torque Pro on my 2006 Navigator. It interfaces with the MScan bus so I can read more than engine/transmission codes.
It hooks up well on our '06 Mustang GT and 2013 Taurus. Very handy device that I take with me when checking out potential vehicle purchases.
It hooks up well on our '06 Mustang GT and 2013 Taurus. Very handy device that I take with me when checking out potential vehicle purchases.
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Scanner/code reader
Thanks for the info. I'm on Amazon looking at that reader now, it appears that it is compatible with Android only not Apple products. Which would be a problem for me. Looking at the review for both Blue Tooth and wired devices, it appears that there are a whole lot of scanner/reading devices with a lot of problems, So I'm not sure what I going to get. Anyone have any suggestions, I would love to hear them.
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version is right here:
I have the standard/Android model and leave it plugged in all the time, I've let my truck sit for a week and it still cranked right up.
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I have had zero issues with my Bluetooth code readers, I also have an OBDLink MX. These are not el cheapo knockoffs so I expect them to work as advertised. Pay a little more up front to get a quality product. If you get a generic you usually get what you pay for.
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BAFX OBD-2 bluetooth reader/scanner (android) the model number on the box is X000OHH3KF but may not apply for iOS applications. I would think the only difference would be the application that comes with it, could be wrong.
OBDLink MX OBD-2 bluetooth reader/scanner (android and Windows)
Both are Bluetooth and work flawlessly. There are dozens of cheap ELM 327 readers out there. Look for a name brand. I also highly suggest a good App to use with any scanner. FORScan is a favorite of mine and is iOS compatible.Torque and TorquePro are also good Apps worth the money if you go Pro. FORScan also has the capability to program keys (PATS vehicles) and store/restore module data. Handy when I had to swap in a new VSM on my 2006 Navigator.
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This links to the newer OBDlink MX+ which is Apple compatible. The trick is that I don't personally know anyone who has used it with old Ford trucks. The old MX works great. Post back here when you find what you want.
Check eBay and Amazon for best prices.
This links to the newer OBDlink MX+ which is Apple compatible. The trick is that I don't personally know anyone who has used it with old Ford trucks. The old MX works great. Post back here when you find what you want.
Check eBay and Amazon for best prices.
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Specifically, does it work with j1850 PWM? If it doesn't, it's no use to us with these trucks.
I've seen similar posts in similar forums lately. Is this free advertisement? If the product is useful with old Ford trucks, you should say so. Most inexpensive scanners don't work with j1850 PWM.
I've seen similar posts in similar forums lately. Is this free advertisement? If the product is useful with old Ford trucks, you should say so. Most inexpensive scanners don't work with j1850 PWM.
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Bricknose,
Thanks for your response. It's good to hear from someone that has actually used the Bluedriver.
Hardscrabble & Bricknose;
At the same time I was getting a Bricknose's response I also got a response from Bluedriver. I had asked them some specific questions. Here is there response:
The speed at which the scan is done is determined by the year, make and model of the vehicle, we can only scan as fast as the vehicle responds. To the review that said the BlueDriver shorted out his OBDII port, I do not know the specifics, but I believe from what I remember that was an issue with the engine code on the vehicle itself, not BlueDriver.
If you order the device the sensor’s firmware and the app can be easily download and updated for free. There are no additional costs you pay for the sensor and that is it. To the claims that it doesn’t work with Hyundai, currently we don’t do enhanced diagnostics (abs, srs, etc.) we are working on remedying that situation, no eta yet thou. As to the GM, unfortunately in 2007 GM switched to a non-standard pin/protocol (#1/“gmlan”) for airbag and TPMS diagnostics, which is not compatible with the current version of BlueDriver. Which again we are working on fixing with new hardware, but again no eta. If you want to check and see what’s supported you can go to our BlueDriver website go to Support and scroll down to the FAQ question
Your 1996 Ford F150 will support all features including enhanced codes (ABS, SRS, etc.)!
It supports the following live data:
Fuel system status
Calculated LOAD Value
Engine Coolant Temperature
Short Term Fuel Trim – Bank 1 / Bank 3
Long Term Fuel Trim – Bank 1 / Bank 3
Short Term Fuel Trim – Bank 2 / Bank 4
Long Term Fuel Trim – Bank 2 / Bank 4
Engine RPM
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Ignition Timing Advance for #1 Cylinder
Intake Air Temperature
Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow Sensor
Absolute Throttle Position
Bank 1 – Sensor 1
Bank 1 – Sensor 2
Bank 2 – Sensor 1 / Bank 3 – Sensor 1
If you have any other questions please contact us any time!
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Hardscrabble, what are your thoughts? It seems to address your question in regards to the Bluedriver's ability to interface and useable for our old trucks. Do you see anything that has not been addressed. Is there something i'm missing?
As you can see I ask some direct questions, the only one he did not address was the software or app. It appears that I would need to download that one received. I'm not sure if it is vehicle specific or not. Bricknose, I hope you can address that for me.
Like I said, I asked some pretty direct questions and BlueDriver addressed my concerns and addressed them quickly. Others, meaning other reader manufacturers, have not responded. For that they must be commended.
Hardscrabble, what's your thoughts. Did I or they miss something.
Would appreciate the thoughts of others.
Thanks for your response. It's good to hear from someone that has actually used the Bluedriver.
Hardscrabble & Bricknose;
At the same time I was getting a Bricknose's response I also got a response from Bluedriver. I had asked them some specific questions. Here is there response:
If you order the device the sensor’s firmware and the app can be easily download and updated for free. There are no additional costs you pay for the sensor and that is it. To the claims that it doesn’t work with Hyundai, currently we don’t do enhanced diagnostics (abs, srs, etc.) we are working on remedying that situation, no eta yet thou. As to the GM, unfortunately in 2007 GM switched to a non-standard pin/protocol (#1/“gmlan”) for airbag and TPMS diagnostics, which is not compatible with the current version of BlueDriver. Which again we are working on fixing with new hardware, but again no eta. If you want to check and see what’s supported you can go to our BlueDriver website go to Support and scroll down to the FAQ question
Your 1996 Ford F150 will support all features including enhanced codes (ABS, SRS, etc.)!
It supports the following live data:
Fuel system status
Calculated LOAD Value
Engine Coolant Temperature
Short Term Fuel Trim – Bank 1 / Bank 3
Long Term Fuel Trim – Bank 1 / Bank 3
Short Term Fuel Trim – Bank 2 / Bank 4
Long Term Fuel Trim – Bank 2 / Bank 4
Engine RPM
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Ignition Timing Advance for #1 Cylinder
Intake Air Temperature
Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow Sensor
Absolute Throttle Position
Bank 1 – Sensor 1
Bank 1 – Sensor 2
Bank 2 – Sensor 1 / Bank 3 – Sensor 1
If you have any other questions please contact us any time!
Technical Support Specialist
Lemur Vehicle Monitors
As you can see I ask some direct questions, the only one he did not address was the software or app. It appears that I would need to download that one received. I'm not sure if it is vehicle specific or not. Bricknose, I hope you can address that for me.
Like I said, I asked some pretty direct questions and BlueDriver addressed my concerns and addressed them quickly. Others, meaning other reader manufacturers, have not responded. For that they must be commended.
Hardscrabble, what's your thoughts. Did I or they miss something.
Would appreciate the thoughts of others.
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Everything I have scanned was included in the app (Ford, Subaru, Honda, Chevy, Mini). it is all downloaded to your phone at one time when you install the app. I have let a few other people plug in and read off my phone without issue or need for updates. To be fair I have not used it on a lot of older OBDII vehicles - just a chevy as the fords all seem to run fine (baiting the chevy guys out there)....
I scanned my other truck (2004 Ram 2500 Hemi) and not everything available in the app was supported but it read all codes and helped me clear up the issues I was having. I think that the newer the vehicle the better the device will work - newer vehicles monitor more parameters.
Overall I'm very happy with it. It's not a manufacturer specific tool and it is not a Snap-On Solus - if you are looking for that level of data this is not the tool for you.
I scanned my other truck (2004 Ram 2500 Hemi) and not everything available in the app was supported but it read all codes and helped me clear up the issues I was having. I think that the newer the vehicle the better the device will work - newer vehicles monitor more parameters.
Overall I'm very happy with it. It's not a manufacturer specific tool and it is not a Snap-On Solus - if you are looking for that level of data this is not the tool for you.
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Thanks Bricknose for the response. Thats the information I was hoping for. Did you notice anything missing on the list of readable reports that might be needed? I did not, it seems pretty adequate. Since you do some bowtie work....I will need to address my father in laws 93 Silverado possibly, at some point down the road. DO you know if it is OBDII or OBDI? I'm thinking its OBDI and the bluedriver will not be useable.
Thanks again,
Thanks again,
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Everything before 96 will be ODI if I remember correctly. Nothing was missing from the report that I actually cared about. I wanted code reading, erasing and general information without a cord. I can keep the info on my cell and run into my house and check things out on the laptop on sites like this one 
Except on my 1990 F150 - that's OBDI
Except on my 1990 F150 - that's OBDI