ODB II and I-Phone 5 Suggestions

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12husky

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I have a 2002 4-Runner and an I-Phone. What have you guys had luck using for engine codes, etc? I have started looking at options, but would like some firsthand experience before I start buying hardware and apps.
 
I use PLX Devices Kiwi, which is a wifi solution. It plugs into the OBD II port and and creates a wifi signal that you connect with the phone.

You have to connect manually each time, it's a bit cumbersome. I would recommend any of the Bluetooth solutions instead over the manual wifi options for that reason.

The app I use is FuzzyCar, it has a lot of great features without the price of the other apps (some are $50 plus!). FuzzyCar will not only show you the code, but also the definition, and allow you to turn off the Check Engine Light.

Hope this helps.
 
My brother has the $50 bluetooth dealy, it works well! I am impressed, it reads like a VERY expensive diagnostic tool...
 
They make apps for these? I've been served well by my Actron Pocket Scan and the accompanying booklet. If the code isn't in the book a google search usually reveals it.
 
Yeah, there are several, a couple are free, but like anything, the good ones cost, but not too much...
 
Mitch said:
I use PLX Devices Kiwi, which is a wifi solution. It plugs into the OBD II port and and creates a wifi signal that you connect with the phone.

You have to connect manually each time, it's a bit cumbersome. I would recommend any of the Bluetooth solutions instead over the manual wifi options for that reason.

The app I use is FuzzyCar, it has a lot of great features without the price of the other apps (some are $50 plus!). FuzzyCar will not only show you the code, but also the definition, and allow you to turn off the Check Engine Light.

Hope this helps.
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Does the Kiwi work well besides the wifi? I never use bluetooth but my wifi is always turned on.
 
The Kiwi works well, yes. Any of them are going to do the job. The question is the interface; Wifi (downside, you can't connect to a hotspot while Kiwi'ing), Bluetooth (can have multiple bluetooth devices connected) and wired from the iphone plug connector to the OBDII port.
 
I decided to go with the Kiwi 2 Wifi and Dash Command. I used it tonight to check codes and will report back once I play with some of the other features.
 
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