Torque Pro ELM327 Android OBD Bluetooth Fault Scanner/Diagnostic Code Reader

I can't say why I chose this particular chip over many others, but I'd read that some are a bit hit and miss, so I just followed the reviews. I thought I'd take a chance, and I wasn't disappointed.The chip comes in a card package and sits in a foam insert so there's no chance of damage. Even though I didn't buy this for it's packaging, I was pleased the the overall presentation.It feels solid, and I don't feel it is likely to fall apart in my hands. I've had it in and out of the car a few times and it's holding up well.Function:I used this to find faults on a 2002 Honda CR-V.Once I located the car's OBD2 socket, using the chip was straight forward. Pairing it with the free Torque App (I'm sure there are other apps available) was straight forward and everything connected without any problem. Not all functions of the Torque App were avilable so I cannot comment on full functionality, but this might be to do with what info is available from the car itself. Pretty much all info that I would need as a non-mechanic was readily available to me.The reason for purchase was to discover the cause for the check engine light on the CR-V without having to go to a garage first. I checked and cleared 2 fault codes a few times, just to check consistency of the device. The results were always the same, so I'm happy with it's level of accuracy. I have fixed one issue without a problem or need to visit a garage. I am in the process of fixing the cause of the second fault code which might require a garage, but at least I have an idea of what the issue is.I feel this small inexpensive device has already saved me time and money by allowing me to fix a fault myself. I'm ok with mechanical stuff, but would have needed a garage to problem solve these particular faults. Now I've got a head start.I'm very happy with this product. It's saved me a lot of stress.

Bought this little beauty to get to the bottom of a fault light showing on a recently purchased vehicle - after looking at the amount of detail given using this device via the app compared to the basic info from a wired fault-code reader, it was an obvious choice. The Torque app (not part of this purchase) is easy to set up and connecting the product via Bluetooth to your phone is very simple. The device performed it's intended function straight away, allowing me to confirm which sensor was giving problems, and the real-time monitoring of the sensor feeds is a pure bonus. I can see the monitoring function being highly useful for tuning or assessment of new parts, but even using it to extract further information than is normally available on the dash of older vehicles is very handy. Being a small unit, it can remain connected without being awkward or having any wires flapping around which isn't the case with some other adapters or fault code readers.Very satisfied, would recommend to anyone with and OBD port on their vehicle (pretty much anything built in the last 20 or so years but check first) who either needs to investigate a fault light, clear a fault code once the issue has been resolved or extract some very detailed information directly from the ECU for performance monitoring, tuning or just out of curiosity. Wish I'd known about these years ago dealing with a troublesome motor, would have saved me A LOT of money!

I am very happy with the hardware, but the suggested software did not inspire me, and I did not get the pro version for the extra £3 or so. There are lots of alternative apps on the app store compatible with the ELM327 module that worked flawlessly and helped me diagnose my issue with the car in a few minutes. Software aside, I am happy I bought the reader and think it is a worthwhile DIY investment.

I bought the Torque Elm 327 Pro wireless adaptor to check that everything is running smoothly on a recently purchased 2002 model VW Golf. It is very easy to pair it with my Android based Sony phone, and I have downloaded the Torque Pro App for my phone so it seems to work perfectly. Admittedly I have only briefly tried some of the functions available, and I haven't managed to go into any great depth with the app, but the functions I have tried are working perfectly. I haven't had the chance to test the fuel economy app, or the data logging to its full potential yet. I have done a few short journeys of my local area, and I can see the route I have taken as an image, but it isn't overlaid on a map of the area with just gridlines shown in the background, although I am certain that is more to do with permissions for allowing mapping on my phone rather than the app itself. I also need to try and figure out a way of exporting the data to pc. The fault codes test and the other test works well. Overall I am pleased with the adaptor and once I get to grips with all the functions available I can see it being a very powerful tool/app to use to identify and fix any faults, and is much cheaper than other versions on the market.

Is doing the job, but his app is not working, i use it with VAG DPF app for a vw mk7 2013!

This thing is amazing. I've purchased an OBD2 reader in the past that required a laptop to run the program and diagnose faults plus show live readings from the engine while it's running, coolant temp/boost pressure/throttle position/maf pressure/etc.With this little badger you pair it to your smartphone, which most people have and is also really easy, and with an OBD App (I use Torque Lite but for a couple of quid Torque Pro has no adverts, other apps are available though) you can view all the same information.The screen layouts are customisable so you only see what you want and with 7 screens to swipe through you can gather a lot of information.It is about the size of a SCART lead plug but obviously without a cable so will sit in your glovebox unobtrusively and be there if you ever end up stuck in limp home mode with no clue as to what has just gone wrong. Sometimes clearing trouble codes is all that is required to be on your way again without waiting 2 hours plus for a breakdown service to come to you and do it for you.It also saves expensive diagnosis at a dealership as you can research the trouble code and have a better idea about work requires done on your car potentially saving a lot of money.I'm not a car mechanic but can and have tackled some reasonably tricky jobs on oldish cars with knowledge from diagnostic kit to point me in the right direction.Basically it's really good value and handy considering the alternative if things go wrong. Buy one.

Be aware that's the app isn't free and costs £3 (May26)

Sometimes you buy something technical and it just simple works - no drama, no hassle. This simple dongle arrived well packed but the only instructions were written on the back of the packet. Turns out this was needed.It works with any ODB2 ELM 327 reader - search the App Store for ELM 327 and pick one you like. Torque is the most common but I went for Old Mary. Most are free with paid for upgrades to remove adverts, install first before going to your car.Find the OBD2 port on yours car (a quick google search will tell you where - normally under the dash) and plug the dongle in. A red and blue LED flash to let you know it in. Then turn the ignition on or start the engine (not just to position 1, keep turning to position 2 else it won’t work)Then turn on you phone or tablet and using Bluetooth connect to the device which helpfully appears as ODB. Enter one of the suggested passwords on the back of the packet either 0000 or 1234 and connect.Then fire up your chosen ODB2 application. Choose the device from the list, select the vehicle type (for the correct protocol my Merced’s SL500 wasn’t listed but the suggested generic Mercedes profile worked fine) and that’s it.Real-time diagnostic data for faults, sensors and data appears on you phone screen. Couldn’t be simpler.For a fraction of the price of a “proper” scanner you get all the functionality on your screen.The dongle can transfer to any other vehicle too and it’s small enough to leave plugged in. If you have an android head unit you can have all those extra dials on the screen too! Great value simple tool.

Pacco arrivato nei tempi previsti, obd perfetto!! Sono riuscito come si vede da foto a collegarmi in bluetooth con l’autoradio Android, ha tante funzioni, e su Giulietta va una meraviglia!!

Ce lecteur OBD est vraiment performant, avec la possibilité de s'envoyer le rapport par émail pour garder une trace.Je garde ce lecteur dans la voiture, au même titre que le triangle,et le gilet jaune.Je le recommande vraiment.

Cumple su función. Muy útil

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impossible de me connecter a ma nissan leaf