Car Scanner

The description of Car Scanner

Site Editorial Commentary：Trip computer+car diagnostic tool with widest variety of features and dashboard!

See what your car is doing in real-time with Car scanner! Access OBD fault codes, monitor car performance, track sensor data, and much more.

Car Scanner is a powerful vehicle performance, trip computer, diagnostics tool, and scanner. It utilizes an OBD II Wi-Fi or Bluetooth adapter to connect to your car's OBD2 engine management system (ECU).

Unlock a range of unique features with Car Scanner:

1) **Customizable Dashboard:** Design your own dashboard with the gauges and charts you need to monitor your car's performance.
2) **Extended PIDs:** Access custom (extended PIDs) to reveal hidden information from your car manufacturer.
3) **DTC Fault Code Reader:** Diagnose and reset DTC fault codes with a comprehensive database of DTC code descriptions.
4) **Freeze Frame Data:** Read freeze-frame data to understand the sensor state when a DTC is saved, aiding in diagnostics.
5) **mode 06 Support:** Access ECU self-monitoring test results to identify and fix car issues, reducing repair costs.
6) **Emission Test Readiness:** Verify if your car is ready for emission tests, ensuring compliance.
7) **Comprehensive Sensor Monitoring:** Check all sensors on a single screen for a complete overview of your vehicle's health.
8) **Wide Vehicle Compatibility:** Works with any vehicle using the OBD 2 standard (most Vehicles built after 2000, with potential support for vehicles as far back as 1996 - check carscanner.info for details).
9) **Enhanced Connection Profiles:** Offers connection profiles for specific makes, unlocking extra features for Toyota, Mitsubishi, GM, Opel, Vauxhall, Chevrolet, Nissan, Infinity, Renault, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Ford, Subaru, Dacia, Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Audi, and more.
10) **HUD Mode:** Utilize the Heads-Up Display (HUD) mode to project data onto your windshield for safer Driving.
11) **Accurate Acceleration Measurement:** Precisely measure acceleration (0-60, 0-100, etc.) to track performance improvements.
12) **Trip Computer Functionality:** Use Car Scanner as a trip computer to view fuel consumption statistics and optimize driving habits.
13) **Advanced Coding Features:** Supports coding (changing hidden settings) for:
- VAG group vehicles (Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Seat) built on MQB, PQ26, and MLB-EVO platforms, with exclusive functions like Video in Motion (VIM), Mirrorlink in Motion (MIM), Traffic Jam Assist activation, Drive mode profiles editor, Ambient lights configuration, etc. (compatibility varies based on car modules and firmware versions).
- Toyota/Lexus cars with CAN bus (most cars from 2008 onwards).
- Select Renault/Dacia models (compatibility varies based on car modules and firmware versions).
- Several service functions are available for other car brands.
14) **Free Features:** Car Scanner offers the widest variety of features for FREE on the Play Market.

To use Car Scanner, you'll need a Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter. This adapter plugs into your car's diagnostic socket, granting your phone access to vehicle diagnostics.

Recommended adapter brands include OBDLink, Kiwi 3, V-Gate, Carista, LELink, and Veepeak.

If purchasing a cheap Chinese OBD2 ELM327 adapter from eBay/Amazon, avoid those marked as v.2.1, as they often contain bugs.

PLEASE note: The number of sensors supported varies by vehicle ECU. Car Scanner can only display data provided by your car.

Be cautious of "bad" adapters, often cheap Chinese clones, which may fail to connect or cause engine instability, connection loss, or increased data lag. We recommend using genuine ELM327 adapters or the recommended brands.