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Old 02-18-2013, 04:41 PM
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OBD2 for iPhone?

I have heard rave reviews of Torque with a Bluetooth adapter--unfortunately, I have also read that a jailed iPhone cannot communicate with a Bluetooth OBD2 adapter and subsequently has to use a WiFi OBD2 adapter (which can only log a maximum of 5 parameters at a once).

Any suggestions on an adapter and what app to use? Or would it be better just to buy a conventional wired reader?

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Originally Posted by paimon.soror
Any experience with knock off versions?
Amazon.com: WiFi WLAN OBD OBD2 Wireless Diagnostic Interface For Vehicle: Car Electronics Amazon.com: WiFi WLAN OBD OBD2 Wireless Diagnostic Interface For Vehicle: Car Electronics

If I'm going to spend over $150 (with app purchase) then why not just get a nice conventional reader?

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If it's anything like the knock-off BT adapters it should work fine for 99% of the stuff you need to do.
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I like the cord on that knock off one better, it comes out of the side and gives you a little more room. I haven't ever used them but just thought it was a nicer design.

My friend has something like
BAFX Products (TM) - ELM 327 Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light and other diagnostics - Android compatible : Amazon.com : Automotive BAFX Products (TM) - ELM 327 Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light and other diagnostics - Android compatible : Amazon.com : Automotive
and that thing is really big and gets in the way a bit when you are driving.
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