Obdii Reader

[Moffet]

Hi guys :)

I have an OBDII reader from eBay in Germany that was mentioned in a thread a couple of months ago and I want to install it permanently under the dash.

I have removed the OBDII port from the dash because you can't drive with the thing plugged in (I want some real time readings and it blocks the accelerator!) and fed the cable through to where I want it but found that it is permanently powered up with the two LEDs on the front of the unit always on. Will this be a big drain on the Battery? Is it safe to leave it connected like this all the time?

I know a few of you bought the same one so if any of you leave it on please post up.

[sparkystav]

i've done exactly that myself mate.

Run the wire to the glove box and left it connected permantly, however mine doesn't have any lights on the front.

Not noticed any problems from it at all.

Stav

[yemgi]

I do not keep mine connected but the light only comes up when I turn put the key in the ignition

[Moffet]

Mine definately stays on, I can see the LEDs even after I get out of the car and lock it (haven't put the lower dash cover back on yet...). It will only connect and read fault codes etc with the key turned though.

Stav, I thought we bought the same item from the same auction mate? How come mine has LEDs and yours doesn't?

You can see the two red LEDs in the orange bit of the reader on this picture:

[sparkystav]

Mine doesn't look like that mate, it's just a plain black one.

Stav

[MrADeveci]

Leaving it connected shouldn't be any problems .... as there are CarPC setup's that have this on all the time .... and people look at readings on the move via the PC Software.

[Moffet]

I'll leave it connected then. Just have to make sure I have my Battery booster pack in the boot just in case though!

Thanks guys. :)