What Is OBD II Dongle?
An OBD-II dongle is a small electronic device that plugs into the OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) port of a vehicle. The OBD-II port is a standardized diagnostic interface that can be found in most vehicles manufactured since the mid-1990s. It is usually located under the dashboard, near the driver's side.
The OBD-II dongle serves as an interface between the vehicle's onboard computer system and an external device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer. The dongle typically communicates with the vehicle's diagnostic system using the CAN (Controller Area Network) protocol.
OBD-II dongles are commonly used by car enthusiasts, mechanics, fleet managers, and regular car owners who want to keep track of their vehicle's performance, diagnose potential issues, or simply monitor their driving habits. The dongles provide a convenient and cost-effective way to access valuable vehicle data and information.
Functions
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Data Access: The OBD-II dongle allows users to access various data parameters and diagnostic information from the vehicle's onboard computer, such as engine performance data, fuel efficiency, emissions, and trouble codes (DTCs) that indicate potential issues with the vehicle.
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Real-time Monitoring: With a compatible app or software, users can monitor real-time data from their vehicle, including engine RPM, vehicle speed, coolant temperature, throttle position, and more.
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Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: The dongle can read and interpret diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) generated by the vehicle's computer when a problem is detected. This helps users identify issues and provides insights for troubleshooting and repairs.
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Performance Tracking: OBD-II dongles come with features that allow users to track and analyze their driving performance, fuel efficiency, and overall vehicle health over time.
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Connectivity: OBD-II dongles typically use Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other wireless technologies to connect to external devices like smartphones or tablets, enabling data transmission and control.
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Third-Party Applications: OBD-II dongles support third-party apps developed by various companies, allowing users to customize their experience and access additional functionalities beyond the basic diagnostic features.
Features
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Support standard OBD interface J1962 and extension adapter cable, plug and play
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Support OBD protocol (SAE J1850 PWM, SAE J1850 VPW, ISO 9141-2, ISO 14230-4, ISO 15765-4, J1939)
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European and American models over 9000+ achieve OBD protocol adaptive matching, and global 14000+ real vehicle models are tested
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CAN bus data collection, support for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, vehicle status monitoring and reporting
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Data encryption transmission
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Support driving behavior analysis algorithm
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Vehicle abnormal warning notification
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Vehicle trajectory summary and tracking
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Support Hybrid, Auto Start / Stop, and electric vehicles
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Support FOTA
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Lower after-sales Monthly Exchange rate
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