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This is what youtube was created for. Great info, thank you!
Thanx a lot! :)😀
Sensational video Thank you soo much 🙏🏾
@iamcarhacker
10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Great information. You really helped me out. Thanks
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks 🙏
Thanks for nice demo video 👌
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
No problem 👍
Very good video thank you
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for feedback i appreciate it
Hello, thanks for the video, Question, ihave a vw tcross, have a obd2, want to change the dashboard, know any program, thanks
What app is suitable for motorcycle ecu remapping?
Great video. Thank you very much. Can these car scanner apps reset check engine light codes ?
@iamcarhacker
4 ай бұрын
Thak you and Yes every of them can
I have RJ45 Cable that is obd to ethernet what should i use on my pc please help, i have bmw 330i 2018 thanks!
I have the ELM 327 blue tooth , and using the Car Scanner Pro on my ford edge 2014, mine only connects once it’s running.
HI. Great video. Any chance you'd know how to pull a transaxle fluid temp for a 2016 nisasn versa note? I am running OBDlink ms+ and Car scanner Pro and OBD Fusion. thanks.
@iamcarhacker
10 ай бұрын
Those scanners won't read live data from other modules. You ll need one that can access live data in other modules like Thinkdiag2
Hi. Can I register and code a new battery with the Car Scanner app and ELM327 Bt device? Bmw E87.
Best OBD2 adapters (tested by me): www.iamcarhacker.com/best-bluetooth-obd2-scanners/ Separate app videos: Car Scanner ELM OBD2: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qHmAy7uYpb3Md84.html&t Carista: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pXiXq82GlbSvnco.html&t OBDeleven: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c4Wt3LNxY5y2dbQ.html&t Thinkdiag: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dX6irc-rldGwY9I.html&t
Does any of apps support android auto? Thank you in advance
Is there any data logging engine knock with this car scanner app?
Hello, your videos are very successful. I have a question ; I want to activate the hidden features of my 2023 C5 Aircross (parking assistance, etc.) and the features of opening the windows from the key. Which program do you recommend?
@iamcarhacker
Ай бұрын
Hello sorry but I literally never did any coding for Citroen so not sure.
Thanks for this new very helpful video, i have bought veepeak and have Carista and have Car scanner pro. i was wondering if you could help me. i have 2019 hybrid corolla but my car does not show auto lock feature. only auto lock if not unlocked but i want to have it lock if i forget to lock it. this feature is only available in us car model? windows open/close from remote work great, thx for the tip!
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
Hi I have 22 Corolla (Europe) and have also only autolock if you unlock car and don't open any doors in 30secs, the car will lock automatically. The time can be edited but that is only autolock coding the Corolla has.
On app Car Scanner I dont have option CODING&SERVICE , does anyone know why ?
which one can check actual milage
CarScanner Pro is probably the easiest one to use out of the box and has a ton of PIDs and functionality built into it already. However I'm surprised that you haven't mentioned Torque Pro which indeed isn't that user friendly but being really lightweight and supported by a large list of plugins available, easy integration with other apps (eg. AA Performance Monitor) and ability to setup pretty complex custom PIDs I would argue makes it one of the best apps of its kind
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
Yes torque is also good but I didnt want to fill the list with very similiar apps.
@ziaudeenmahomedsayid8022
9 ай бұрын
It won't read older vws like a 2004 Jetta 4 1.8T
@boots7859
8 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker Yeah but even the demo mode offers much data/value than a couple of the ones you did include.
@rlaxson89
5 ай бұрын
How do I use it to read abs faults? I've had it 4 years now and not been able to. But my alfaobd on my ram I can.
Can’t find numbers 4 DTC in app store
Hi , can you make a video on creating codings for car scanner (Car Scanner allows you to create your own encodings, which will be available in the “Coding and Service” menu.)
@iamcarhacker
9 ай бұрын
I didnt know that I will look into it
@itzshamz354
6 ай бұрын
I have a 2014 Mercedes E class and it doesn’t let me code on it, do you know why?
can all these be used to like program lights and ect....I put foglights on a truck that didn't come with foglights so they have to be activated but I wanna go the cheapest route, I just don't know if everything is capable of doing that
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
OBDeleven/Thinkdiag can do some retrofit codings, but it always depends on vehicle. Some newly installed components will require extra hardware, it can be different for every model.
What would you recommend for a 2013 Jeep Wrangler to turn off tpms
@AphoticNZ
8 ай бұрын
JScan
is there any android odb2 app to do bidirectional test on Suzuki/Renault? it shall not be free but should work with ODB3 ELM adapter. Thanks nice videos! Or to do DPF reset, Regeneration on the above mentioned vehicles.
@iamcarhacker
5 ай бұрын
Carista can do DPF regen on some vehicles but no idea if it works on suzuki renault. Also there is no bidirectional elm327 app. Cheapest tool to do this eould be thinkdiag or xtool a30
@zodiatti1825
5 ай бұрын
my old 2009 diesel suzuki swift is not available on the list i tried fiat opel other manufactures using same engine but no luck to get the dpf values and pressure values for regen:( I need to buy xtool a30 i hope they can support my old swift
@zodiatti1825
5 ай бұрын
Do you think the pro will list me more variables? or the xtool A30 is the only option to get more data lines related to primarly dpf?
do any of them warn you of upcoming next oil change, if the tire pressure has changed, any maintenance according to the make and KM of your car?
@independenttakpojez
15 күн бұрын
No, they are only using OBD2 protocol, engine only. That information you want is usually in other units.
Do you have to start the car in order for carista app to connect with veepeak obd? Which option do you select in order to connect the veepeak in the carista app?
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
Ignition ON is enough you dont have to start it
Can i program a new keyfob here?
Can you give advice scanner app can adjust the electronic throttle body?
@iamcarhacker
7 ай бұрын
Nope
How reliable are the fuel consumption/mileage figures obtained from the scanner. I get about 10 km/l from the scanner but around 6 km/l when dividing the odometer reading by the quantity of fuel purchased. Indicative of a tweaked petrol pump dispenser or faulty scanner calculations or a bit of both???
@iamcarhacker
7 ай бұрын
Calculating it from gas station receipt and mileage driven is the most accurate so the scanner must be wrong.
@jdsouza123
7 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhackerif the scanner (which is reading ECU data) is wrong and so wrong, how is the combustion perfect? It is more likely the petrol pump is cheating.
Im looking for an that lets you do odometer correcting if you can help that would be great . I bought a premium cluster for my truck n want to put my original miles on the new cluster .
@iamcarhacker
2 ай бұрын
bit.ly/ancel-odometer
@LegendDub9
2 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker forgot to mention an app for my OBD dongle veepeak for iOS.
Hi, can you help me out ? I ordered veepeak odbcheck ble and before I get car scanner pro can you tell me if I will be able to get EPB release to service my brake in Skoda superb and audi a6 both 2017 ?
@iamcarhacker
11 ай бұрын
There are some coding/service functions for some cars but I don't know for these models. Probably NO
@arthurp.6869
11 ай бұрын
@iamcarhacker what about Carista? Or what app would you recommend to use with veepeak adapter to release epb for service?
@iamcarhacker
11 ай бұрын
@@arthurp.6869 Yes Carista can do it
Do any of these applications allow you to regenerate the DPF filter?
@iamcarhacker
5 ай бұрын
Thinkdiag And OBDeleven
I'm planning on changing the injectors on my diesel car, can any of these apps be used too program my new injectors?
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
OBDeleven can do it for VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat and Thinkdiag2 for other car brands.
@garithtruscott9259
Жыл бұрын
@@iamcarhacker will I be able too do it with my ELM327 socket? Or would I need another socket?
@iamcarhacker
Жыл бұрын
@@garithtruscott9259 Both apps can be used only with their own adapters
Do you know of any apps or computer software that can tune the car using the bluetooth obd2?
@iamcarhacker
5 ай бұрын
There is TOAD pc software that can be used with OBDLink MX+ and they claim their software can adjust ecu fuel map but they have bad reviews so I am not sure. I want to test it out in future
Does the OBD Scanner app display the dashboard screen in landscape orientation? It seems almost all the apps have screen shots only in portrait.
@Brillig2
7 ай бұрын
I meant the car scanner app at about 2:15 in. I downloaded it and rand the demo, and it does, indeed, work in landscape.
@iamcarhacker
7 ай бұрын
Yes
By chance, does this device , the ELM327, its APP have ability to program a New after market FOD I have for my car? It is A 2008 Buick lacrosse SUPER.
Can you recommend a cheap one that I can code stuff like lights, locking, speedometer etc for MK6 golf
@iamcarhacker
3 ай бұрын
You can use cheap Veepeak adapter + Carista app or OBDeleven
@KkKk-px2le
3 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker i can use the other apps with the veepeak???
Car scanner OBD2 doesn't support Mitsubishi l200 from 2016 (2.4 engine) 😭
Anyone know the pid code for transmission temp on a 2001 toyota tundra 4.7 auto trans?
@mikesof165
2 ай бұрын
Try 0000 or 1234
Carista adapter working other apps? can other programs use this device?
@iamcarhacker
10 ай бұрын
yes
I dont have coding and service on app why?
Could you please tell wich app is full free and support Skoda Octavia 2013' 1600 cc
@iamcarhacker
3 ай бұрын
Car Scanner ELM OBD2
Does this works with china cars(chery, jetour, geely, haval, changan) ????
@iamcarhacker
11 ай бұрын
Hi I never had china car, but 99% it will work. All cars must have OBD2 system now, so I don't see why it wouldn't.
This app makes my car xmasstree when its connected. Turns off the startstop, the esp etc. and continously beeping. 😂
@iamcarhacker
Ай бұрын
Oh shit but which one? Multiple are mentioned in video
Which cheap odb reader for ABS error ? Thanks
@iamcarhacker
Ай бұрын
Veepeak
Hows it goint comrade, does this allow me to reset the throttle acceleration
@iamcarhacker
5 ай бұрын
Hi not sure if you mean throttle body adaptation. if yes you can with OBDeleven and Thinkdiag
Is ecu coding available on the free version?
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
I don't remember because I bought PRO straight away, you have to check it for yourself.
Can we do mileage correction with this too???
@iamcarhacker
4 ай бұрын
No
Do it allow to start car without fobs or anything
@AusNav09
2 ай бұрын
I doubt it.
An app that supports Mercedes features coding?
Which ios app is best for Mazda? For diagnosis
@iamcarhacker
2 ай бұрын
Car Scanner ELM OBD2 if you want cheapest...Or thinkdiag2 if u need better
@dominozonda
2 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker thank you
Thanks for this. Is any of those can update the TCM software to a newer version on a 2010 Hyundai? The dealer wants $250.
@iamcarhacker
7 ай бұрын
Unfortunately no.
Is there an app that does mileage correction? I bought a used dashboard for my 2021 toyota corolla LE and it has double the miles the old dashboard had.
@iamcarhacker
2 ай бұрын
No for that you need better tool than smartphone app
@fullmindstorm
2 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker Which one do you recommend for my u.s. 2021 Toyota Corolla LE.
Which one that has learning rpm feature?
@iamcarhacker
Ай бұрын
Thinkdiag2
Please i ask you soo much make a full tutorial how to use ThinkCar 2, And all function everything pls ! @car Hack
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
Hi I have the separate video for thinkcar: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dX6irc-rldGwY9I.htmlsi=uTSkwGE5MTxWheO0
I tested with ELM Scanner app using my ELM327 dongle but detected only protocol and didn't get ECU ID response but you mentioned in video shows ECU ID response how
@iamcarhacker
Ай бұрын
Does it work for reading codes and live data or nothing works?
Do these obd2 scanners cover all 4 systems?
@iamcarhacker
11 ай бұрын
The Car Scanner app can read/erase codes from all systems, but can't read live data or do bi-directional tests in all systems.
Coding new keyfob is only available on Pro Version?
@iamcarhacker
26 күн бұрын
No
can i leave my OBDLink Scanner Bluetooth always connected to the car?
@iamcarhacker
27 күн бұрын
Yes I have mine connected for months it wont drain battery
Advertissment (only ) for CARLY Works only on BMW contrary to the ad which says it is universal! Don't works correctly on other cars... Refuse to reimburse based on German laws. License triggered after a single attempt. 14-day cancellation right not respected. Annual subscription renewal without notice of expiry - difficult contract cancellation. To flee !
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
True, it isn't worth buying.
Car scanner is the best.
@iamcarhacker
4 ай бұрын
Yes its very good app!
Car scanner pro doesnt read an abs fault i have on my car
@MrDweb
2 ай бұрын
Same here.
Why my app not showing "coding & service"?😢
@iamcarhacker
3 ай бұрын
I have pro for so long so now i am not sure if coding isnt only in pro ($4.99/lifetime). But it may be that your model isnt supported in the app for coding.
@fahimsheikh7856
3 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker thank you very much for prompt feed back. You are very help full and kind.👍
Website is down.
@iamcarhacker
6 ай бұрын
Thank you, should be fixed now
Forgot AndrODB open source
You sound like you from Israel In that case. Shalam.
@iamcarhacker
8 ай бұрын
Shalam, but Im from eastern europe
@opoxious1592
8 ай бұрын
@@iamcarhacker Ah ok. Greetings.
@paweldbk1090
7 ай бұрын
Polska? 😂@@iamcarhacker
@carlosalves6936
3 ай бұрын
SHALOM
I don't trust dys rusian akcent maj frend 😂😂😂
@iamcarhacker
3 ай бұрын
🤭🤭