Any cheap old laptop will work. Just pick up a p2 or p3 processor laptop and you will be smiling. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Sign up for a new account in our community.
It's easy! Already have an account? Sign in here. Sign in to follow this Followers 6. Recommended Posts. Posted May 29, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites. OB99W Posted June 1, Do you have an option for functional tests to manually actuate solenoids,fuel regulators ,etc through my toad software? Thank you for any assistance. I was monitoring the 02 sensors on my 07 Grand Caravan.
I noticed the voltage scaling of the graph kept changing, depending on the voltage at the time. This is equivalent to changing the voltage setting on an oscilloscope. You can make a waveform look very different by changing the sensitivity of the measuring device. Normally the scaling would be 0.
In that case I should not see a waveform, but a flat line. I saw a changing waveform. Is there a software bug? I would think both o2 sensors should be graphed using the same voltage scaling, so that if I wanted to visually overlay them I would be looking at similarly scaled information. Got the Toad obd2 software seeing this page on Google. I would have paid a couple hundred more for this.
The software is very stable and up to date. Perfect for do it yourself diagnosing. Which is when you buy a seperate tuner kit. MOst however will never both car-tuning. Basically a must for any competent technician. When I originally got the system setup and working, I did have some problems connecting to the ELM but got that all resolved. Today and for the last several days I have not been able to connect to the ELM.
Also tried detecting the ELM in different ignition positions and each time the red light comes on and remains on as well as testing my COM ports in case my Bluetooth dongle was the problem. As recommended on your help page I tried changing my COM port settings to a baud rate of bps. Now they are reset to original values of bps. After reading somewhere, I also hooked up my trickle battery charger to ensure the low battery system was not blocking my connection.
My headlights and tail lights come on when the ignition is in the final position before starting. The obdii software is jammed packed full of innovative features as compared to the other Elm obd software. Specifically where Toad shines is with the following 3 unique functions, although others users may not agree:. The first two functions are primarily concerned at the high speed CAN protocol, the protocol used by all new vehicles manufactured since Can also try free alternatives for obd software, for your laptop.
Like EasyOBD which is a obd2 software for pc. Lets you turn your laptop or desktop PC into a sophisticated automotive diagnostics system. Currently, it can be used to read trouble codes, display their definitions, reset the MIL, and display real-time sensor data.
Also got Scantool. Then if they work, can get these higher end laptop software. I run a mobile mechanic shop and use it on a daily basis. There are a few things that could be improved and a few would be nice to have added to the software. But it works as it should most of the time. Would be great if you could provide a fix for those.
Then I would definitely give 5 stars. I have been using most of these listed obd 2 software to monitor my advance timing and knock Retard, thinking it was accurate. I was incorrect, and lucky I have not blown my motor. When I did some data logging with the total car diagnostics obdii diagnostics software and there logging software, I found trusting it to be accurate based on common sense observation.
This obd 2 program was showing me -. I say again my bad for trusting software. Hence be smart before buying. Most of these mentioned OBDII software are similarly equipped with a complete array of vital features like built-in dynamometer to determine the horsepower and torque rating of the vehicle.
I all the OBD2 software on this page more or less copy each others features. Other uses for these aformentioned OBD 2 software is to generally assist vehicle owners in significantly reducing repair and maintenance costs to self-diagnose and pinpoint car issues and error codes.
I found that this program helped me alot with my z. The laptop obd2 software worked like a charm and and user friendly in my opinion. I was having problems with a missfire in cylinder 2 and would have never known without it change on plugs and pack i was ready to go.
I provided the attached to our tech but maybe something will jump out at you since you work with these all the time. In the early part of the log, when the engine is pulling hills once we roll through town and onto the interstate is when the missing was most noticeable. That noise is between or and The first instance is the longest, followed by 2 shorter occurrences.
The missing was earlier in the file, and should be where acceleration was strong. This loop is down off our ridge into the town of Beaver, down the main drag to I, northwest on I to Chippewa, down Route 51 the Wildwood Drive, and up Wildwood a cowpath up a ravine back to Dutch Ridge Road along the top of the ravine. The missing up hills was on I running from Beaver to Chippewa.
Also attached are the summary stats from driving this loop. There were quite a few misfires recorded: this was just a short drive. I am looking for a way to scan codes, test as in activate evap components, and test the Steering Wheel Position Sensor on a suburban 5. I am also needing to scan codes and do a reset on a Pontiac Grand Am with the 2. But none worked. Will any of the obd 2 software reviewed on this page read body control module on suburban?
After reviewing dozens of OBD software on Google and unconvinced by free demos available, I finally came to this page which confirmed my suspicious about various OBD2 software for both MAC and windows laptops. Bought TOAD from totalcardiagnostics. Just another software with a fancy GUI.
In overal, the software is a confident performer in 20 days of using it And would depend on it if had no choice elsewhere. They gotta eat bread man! There is plenty of info our shop has access to via this application which puts Android apps to shame.
Decided on choice 1 software in the list. Arrived fast and in excellent condition. Worked on my first try on a Honda Accord V6. Scanned and got code P Reviewed code in software, erased code. Saved me time, a trip to the shop, and an expensive diagnosis fee at mechanic shop. Serves its purpose well on MacBook air. Be advised this works on most cars but not all.
Works on 2 Jeeps and a Mercedes, so reading fault codes and or resetting them is a breeze. I DO have a way more expensive handheld that works on all vehicles but this is my go to option due to large screen real estate you have on laptop vs handheld. Quick to read, isolates a problem system so allows you to check micro switches etc — to narrow down where to look and why. Saves throwing money at something before confirming an issue. Hope this review helps make an informed choice on which scanner you need.
For most DIYers this will suffice. I am starting my own on site repair service business as friends and friends of friends are sick of being ripped off. The models are all models built or imported into Australia from I used TOAD lite version bought on eBay but no longer available there for years before finally getting the Advanced version on the website.
It has saved me money on repairs on my truck and car as well as made money by diagnosing problems with other peoples vehicles. Would purchase again, even for twice the cost. Just curious before I can purchase it. I already have a cheap usb ELM adapter as well. So I took the ZS 2. Why was my maximum Bhp Am I doing something wrong?
Is it the ELM reader or the Movi obd2 app? And the car is fine btw. Oh, and regarding the max bhp, I took the car right up to the redline with foot nailed to the floor in 1st, 2nd, 3rd and still the app showed a max of I have another handheld, more expensive and professional in shop use scanner not obd software for laptop — that I have been using. The graphic user interface for example is coherently arranged in tabs, makes sense. The obd 2 software allows you to monitor the engine while it runs and see what the sensors are doing in real time.
Add to that, can monitor up to 10 data values in graphical visual mode, seeing charts. The software also allows you to test oxygen sensors, plus type in codes to get an explanation of what the code is. In general, the software does a confident car review. One I feel I can trust. And is this a feature the lite version can do by reading an ECU for a defective voltage regulator also would I be able to flash a new ECU with it….
I originally bought Total car diagnostics OBD software for my Win 7 laptop, about 5 years ago, and never thought about reviewing it. However, the obdii software would connect to my car just fine. I sent an email to Total car diagnostics — asking them if there had been any updates to the adapter and obd2 software, since the one i originally bought. About a day later Gary wrote me back and said there were no updates to the software.
I sent it to them and a few days later they sent me a brand new one. Sorry for the long review, i just thought i should share my experience. I bought ProScan and ELM bluetooth from totalcardiagnostics on eBay with a little skepticism, reading everything about bad clones really put me off.
This product is the real deal, no delay, works every time. Tested on Windows I know of Android options, but laptops just give more real estate, so can see graphs simultaneously. Read this article. Their proscan software is still excellent, holding up to modern auto industry changes. May upgrade later, but happy camper since I am a professional tuner and I would need an OBD professional tool to perform diagnostic, check live data, something that your software has got.
More than this I would need the access to adaptation and calibration of certain parameter, for example in FIAT vehicles Magneti marelli ECUs can be the clutch learning for start stop functionality or perform the phonic wheel alignment by accelerating from idle three times till max engine speed This are needed sometimes after a remap.
Tried all these obd2 software on my Windows PC. The ELM cable works fine on the polo 6c. I have but it has rod errors in a box after a full scan via professional obd2 software for laptop like toad-scan. Do you know what this code is m8? Something better may come in future, but for now, sticking with best. Is is obd or odb software? One is a misspelling.
Also has anyone used OBD Fusion from obdsoftware? Was looking for automotive diagnostic software reviews and came to this page.
I think there is no best automotive diagnostic software. Thus how to conclude best scan tool software? Depends on your needs. The Mac obd 2 software is poor compared to Windows equivalent. However USB cable is about 4x faster, which is important for car mechanics. Used ProScan software. It has saved me a few times from going to the local auto parts store or even a mechanic to check why the check engine light is there it works really really well and worth every cent.
Also via Internet the version ProScan 5. What happened to this asoftware? Some users are comfortable with it and I dont understand why this tool is not available any more. Do you have a working link for this software? I have already the ELM hardware with Bluetooth. I found most iOS scan tools are inadequate to Android counterparts. Thus our comparison between Windows, Android, iOS platforms has forced us to resort to a Windows laptop app.
Thus one step higher is obd2 scantool software. I have a Ford F built as an RV. The main fuel tank has a capacity of 50 gallons, unlike the factory tank which has a 19 gallon capacity.
As a result, the out-of-fuel reminder system starts warning me that the tank is nearly empty when in fact it is more than half full. I would like to find and change the memory location that specifies the size of the fuel tank. Or any of obd2 software mentioned on this page.
I have Windows laptop PC. Bought TOAD-pro obd2 scantool. My check engine light was illuminated on my pickup and the obd software of laptop, read the codes and provided information as to what was wrong. The dealership read the same codes and confirmed that the malfunctioning check engine light were exactly what the obd-ii software had picked up. I could not believe all the information the scan tool provided. Got generic obd2 code reader. It allowed me to quickly and easily diagnose a problem in a car I was flipping.
It told me exactly what the problem was. Just make sure you have downloaded the correct software for your vehicle and you are good to go.
Hi, I have tried all the free software and did not find any of it had more than code reading. I am wanting to know the best paid software available that will give live sensor data and waveform.
Will a Jet spectrum tuner interface cable work with any of these laptop software? AFR I believe is mode Hi I brought your software.
It does ask for another licence code which say I have to get in touch with you for it. Thank you for your help and look forward to your reply. I am interested in an electronic interface together with wiring and software dedicated to read and write of the electronic control modules via the OBD diagnostic port or a dedicated connector, meeting the following requirements:.
Earlier today i purchased your TOAD obd2 software. I plan to use your product in my car workshop all the advanced options it offers and would like to ask, what kind of spec does my laptop require to run smooth and to give me ability to use all the options that your program offers.
I have two vehicles to service and I see from the product description TOAD software covers most if not all of what I need. First vehicle I want to service is a Audi A4 that requires brake work which I am upgrading to larger calipers, but need ability to place EPB into service mode and once work is complete set system to new pad width. Also would like to performance tune the ECU. Next car is a Subaru Outback that requires some extended data logging so I can trace a shifting issue with the CVT.
No fault errors are logged so dealer says wait and see, but issue has the potential of being dangerous over revving engine or cause stall — not something I wanting happening at 65…mph on the highway. I assume the obd software TOAD will work for these applications. Or some other professional obd2 software for laptop?
Can you tell me if any of these listed obd programs have the ability to read the Ford DEF exhaust fluid details? We know ForScan obd2 software for PC has this capacity. Even one of the programs pulled the Vin Number into the program. I definitely have the following setup in my combi van. It is missing the optional 15 pin, but it has all the rest. ISO and KWP must have pin 7 while pin 15 is optional the connector must have metallic contacts inside pins 4, 5, 7, 15, plus I have seen some people selling the software to change engine settings, but they have not said what hardware or software is required.
Is the TOAD software capable of changin these settings in order to hack the engine? Although if neither of those are of use, I may be able to borrow a laptop, but would prefer not to. Most commonly N series with 3. I am a Heavy Diesel tech in New Zealand and have a few customers requiring this service. Tried different obd ii scanners for reading obd2 codes. In my reading and studying IM and other error codes. I subsequestly found a used replacement ECU on ebay and bought it and was able to get the car smogged.
Here, the real time data from the oxygen sensor was being viewed using the graphical monitor feature to observe the characteristic sine wave swing that should be present. Close observation of the swing values, as compared to acceptable waveforms recalled from reading the FSM confirmed the O2 sensor was not the problem.
The next day while pulling up a long, steep hill in 3rd gear the light came on again. And this became the pattern. At this point, I hooked up the BR-3 and the laptop computer to monitor the fuel trim or mixture adjustment values in real time over the next several days as the wife drove. In several brief full throttle runs up hill, the trim levels stayed quite low which indicated there wasn't a fuel delivery problem, for example, clogged fuel injectors or low fuel pump pressure.
The BR-3 does provide for a fuel pressure reading, but apparently Toyota doesn't have a fuel pressure sensor and can't provide this information. The first photo below shows the main screen indicating that the MIL or Check Engine Light is on and, a few of the engine parameters that were set to display are visible.
The second photo again shows the main screen, but with additional data values selected and the MIL light had been turned off using the Mode 4 screen shown further below. The third photo shows the freeze frame data collected when the P trouble code was set. The P trouble code means that the engine management system is having to over compensate to keep the engine from running lean.
So, I decided to just take it easy on the hills and continue on our road trip as planned. I did reset the MIL light at the end of each day that it came on, so I could tell by the light coming on again whether I was taking it easy enough on hills. Shown below are some additional screens and a brief description of their purpose. The Mode 4 screen is for clearing out the trouble codes and additional information as previously noted. The second screen shows additional data about the performance of the oxygen sensors.
The third screen shows manufacturer specific test data, which can be accessed with the BR-3, but you need to equip yourself with the Factory Service Manual or "FSM" to be able to interpret these values. The last photo shows the on board monitor tests that run continuously and the other periodic tests performed in in the OBDII system.
This is a much more accurate test of the vehicle emissions system than the tail pipe sniffer test. If I had not had the BR-3 with me so I could investigate the severity on the spot, the above problem would have put a real wrinkle in our road trip plans. After returning home at the end of the trip, I re-read the 4x4wire forum posts on this problem and read a number of Internet articles found by searching on "hot wire mass air flow sensor", the type of mass air flow sensor or "MAF" used in the 3rd generation 4Runner 3.
I cleaned the MAF as recommended in a number of posts on the 4x4wire forums, and P is now history. This 4x4wire. Click on "Supplemental Maintenance" to go direct to the procedure. After receiving and studying the Factory Service Manuals for my 4Runner, I became aware of the enormous amount of vehicle performance and condition information contained in the OBDII system.
These are complex, but understandable systems. I highly recommend anyone contemplating working on, or just wanting to learn more about their vehicle, to order and study the Factory Service Manual, particularly the OBDII diagnostic service procedures for their vehicle.
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