What's the best OBD2 for a 3rd Gen 4Runner?

[vm_boy]

I bought the OBDLink LX and it works great. It only works with Android devices, but they have other (more expensive) versions that work with i-Devices (because Apple's bluetooth protocol sucks). I've checked out a few different mobile apps. DashCommand is my favorite so far, but it's $10. There's also Torque which I haven't used as much, but it's $5. OBDLink also has it's own free software which works ok (just not as pretty and convenient as DashCommand), but the dashboard is pretty customizable, it just takes a lot of effort to get it to the same caliber as the others.

 

[skcolb]

I bought the OBDLink LX and it works great. It only works with Android devices, but they have other (more expensive) versions that work with i-Devices (because Apple's bluetooth protocol sucks). I've checked out a few different mobile apps. DashCommand is my favorite so far, but it's $10. There's also Torque which I haven't used as much, but it's $5. OBDLink also has it's own free software which works ok (just not as pretty and convenient as DashCommand), but the dashboard is pretty customizable, it just takes a lot of effort to get it to the same caliber as the others.

I'm thinking about getting the OBDLink LX for my 4Runner as well. What can you actually monitor with programs like Torque and DashCommand?

 

[RichardLillard1]

I bought one of the wifi dongles mentioned in this thread and downloaded the app "Engine Link HD" for mine.

I discovered that my iPad mini (wifi only, so I'm not worried about not having data) wedges neatly between my steering column and the underside of the dash overhang that comes out over the gauges.

The tablet version shows RPM, MPH, estimated gas mileage, torque, hp, coolant temperature, and a code reader all on one screen, then my trans temp on another.

I don't use it around town, but when I go on longer trips, I hook it up. The battery lasts quite a while and the iPad doesn't draw a ton of power to charge.

I'm headed out tomorrow and would be glad to take a few quick pictures of this setup for anyone interested.

 

[cyclops13]

First thing to check is the OBD fuse. It has its own.

Man, you are right again! I checked and it was the OBD fuse (7.5A) under the hood fusebox.

Now where to get a single blade fuse? Everyplace sells atleast a 5 pack which is of no use to me. I checked Napa on the way home today and they say the dont sell a single blade only 5 pack.

 

[vm_boy]

I haven't used it a whole lot. I let my brother borrow it for the last few weeks so he could decide if he wanted one. DashCommand will track RPMs, speed (OBD and GPS), timing, MPGs (instant and long-term at various intervals (2 min, 30 min, 1 hour, 5 hours, etc), fuel rate, range, acceleration (and tilt/roll like a clinometer), etc. It will also read and clear error codes. It can run a diagnostic or a emissions-readiness test. It can also alert you if it can tell if something is on the verge of failing. Torque and the others can probably do similar things but DashCommand is much more developed out-of-the-box. If you think of something specific you would like to know about, I can look into it.

 

[cyclops13]

Man, you are right again! I checked and it was the OBD fuse (7.5A) under the hood fusebox.

Now where to get a single blade fuse? Everyplace sells atleast a 5 pack which is of no use to me. I checked Napa on the way home today and they say the dont sell a single blade only 5 pack.

So I finally ordered and received the fuse and cant believe that I did such a stupid mistake. Somehow I remember my 97 SR5 takes standard size blade fuse while I now figured it takes mini!

Let me know if anyone need the standard blades!

 

[NHRunner]

If you don't tow or wheel hard, don't worry about trans temps and go with an Ultragauge. Its reliable, simple to program, and has a practically sized display. You can cylce through tons of info quickly. I hardmounted mine over my defunct clock. It also costs half as much as a ScanGauge.

My brother runs Torque on his android. It has all the same features and was very cheap. I chose not to go this route because I don't want to rely on my phone and its questionable battery life and I have no interest in a distracting phone mount.

I would buy an UltraGauge again.

 

[cyclops13]

So I finally ordered and received the fuse and cant believe that I did such a stupid mistake. Somehow I remember my 97 SR5 takes standard size blade fuse while I now figured it takes mini!

Let me know if anyone need the standard blades!

So the mini blade fuse came in and I finally got the OBD2 and torque working, after so many weeks of trouble!

Now suddenly I feel why was I so eager to get this working? I hardly found anything interesting to be monitored!

 

[Jaketino]

Now suddenly I feel why was I so eager to get this working? I hardly found anything interesting to be monitored!

Bought the OBD2 adapter and torque and felt the same way. Not that they aren't great tools, but since I wasn't throwing any codes it was slightly pointless to have. Lol.

 

[cyclops13]

Bought the OBD2 adapter and torque and felt the same way. Not that they aren't great tools, but since I wasn't throwing any codes it was slightly pointless to have. Lol.

Thanks man. I am glad that I am not the only one who feels like this! :guitar2: