Hey Jason, I have a serious question... while you did an awesome job reviewing the OBD Link MX+ scanner, would you please do a review with the Lemur Bluedriver scanner and compare both? The ups and downs of both and which one would you recommend at the end?

Does it give you indications of knock (pulled timings). Would be useful to see if a tune is too aggressive for the engine.

This damn thing works on my 98 tahoe but of course wont connect to my 2006 gs430 or 2004 ls430. Why did i think i could get a bluetooth scan tool and it would actually work? Have i learned nothing in my 35 years?

Just picked one up to make sure my car was ready for emissions. I had to remove the tune to get it tested. works great. now back to VTEC at 4350 rpm!

Dose the MX+ scan the hybrid cars also?

I got one and it won't connect to my cell.

Could I do that gauge overlay on my footage if I filmed it with my phone? I’m still kinda curious how it synced your data with the footage.

Ordered!

Is this OBD Link support indian car?

Anyone knows whats is he using to log?

I doubt anyone will ever see this, but I'm reading on Amazon reviews that this product and/or its sister products have in-app purchases to get the full capabilities. Anyone who owns one, is that true? It may just be for the less expensive models but it's really hard to tell from what is posted on the manufacturers webpage.

Jason, i picked up both a Garmin dctandem dashcam and the super cool OBD product you reviewed here. Problem is, I can't figure out any way to connect the two. Because I have the passenger facing camera, there's no screen on my dashcam, so perhaps it's not as feature rich. I'll bang my head on this some more but any ideas/directions would be most welcome. I drive a CR-Z, a car that you have to wring out to have any fun in, and I live in Colorado, so I could shoot some cool vids.

Soooo.... Great videos, very informative, wonderful delivery of mildly technical explanations.... but... I came here expecting to see a multitude of different ENGINEERING subjects EXPLAINED. Now, after watching (a part of) three or four videos, I think your channel is misnamed. It should be "AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING EXPLAINED". And really, now that I look through the complete uploaded video list, I think your channel should be called "AUTOMOTIVE DRIVE-TRAIN ENGINEERING EXPLAINED by an ME". (bona fides: I've done electrical (IC) design for (many) different automotive modules/systems here in SE Michigan for the past 37 years.) I do like your videos. I just feel I was misled.

you should do comparison between blue driver, obdlink mx+ and jdiag obd2

I've never had an OBD scan tool. Your video has SOLD me on this. Just ordered it. Love your vids, keep it up.

How did you get it for $80? Everywhere I look, it's $119.

Has anyone been able to get the OBDLink MX+ to show ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE?! I have not been able to figure it out for my 2003 Toyota Matrix XRS. The Matrix also has the enhanced vehicle coverage - so I would imagine it would be available. I don't understand why the oil temp isn't in the standard dashboard as it is one of the most important things to monitor in my opinion. Thanks in advance for any help!! Cheers!

How did you get the temperature gauges page I dont have it EDIT:Driving acura rsx 02 s

Got this bad boy couple weeks ago. Love it!

Can you leave it plugged in all the time ?

I had a 2000 dodge that would show the check engine code in the odometer if you cycled the ignition off and on 3 times

what is the nme of the app?

Does anybody know if there is a video or article that really goes into depth about using the OBDLink MX+? All I seem to find is the setup, but nobody really goes into details about the more advanced settings, etc...

DO NOT BUY THE CHEAP BLUE ELM BLUETOOTM ADAPTERS OFF EBAY!!!! I had one and it made my rev needle jump like crazy after 2 minutes of usage and i had 3 CAN bus error codes showing . After 10 minutes my ESP and tracton control were dead on my Genesis Coupe. After removing the dongle from obd2, resetting the ecu and waiting 30 mins i started the car and all was fine ever since ( 1 year now) . Those cheap things can tamper with your car.

Can this read ethanol content?

How does this compare to BlueDriver LSB2 Bluetooth Pro OBDII?

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Can i get this on an android tablet where i can get over 20 gauges on one screen?

How does this compare to the bluedriver?

Just wanted to say, watching this video convinced me to buy one. I tried to use your link however I am in Canada.

Will it work on Honda Civic 96 MDL?

Hi Jason, do you know if this OBD2 scanner has battery testing feature? Thanks.

I wish it had enhanced features for Bmw, Audi and Merc

Does it track Automatic Transmission Fluid temperature on Honda’s?

Hey, this is important to Subaru XV Crosstrek owners! This was my gripe on my 16’ cvt and still is on my current 19’ 6spd. Subaru needs to address this lack of temp gauge besides the blue or red thermometer 🌡 in the dash.

I have the OBD Link MX+ and it's power light stays on after my car is off although it says it wont drain battery if left in. Anyone know why it stays on?

Is it safe to leave it plugged in a car for a very long time? Wouldn't it catch fire or something?

Great Vid! wondering if getting the scan tool will help provide solutions for most of the current problems I have with my '99 rav4..(64k mileage).. I'm starting to doubt that the mechanics who have previously diagnosed my car are just after being paid unnecessarily without having really repaired the car's issues.. If the obdlink works for older models, and will provide solutions in fixing the car..maybe there's still a chance to maintain and keep mine for several more years... Thanks in advance for taking the time replying :)

Just bought one of these. Anyone know if it will work with a GoPro hero 7?

Where did get the phone mount

I got my mx+ 2 days ago and I love it! Quick question, I’m trying to do the camera overlay with my GoPro Hero7 and I can’t seem to sync it up. Is it possible to do it with a gopro?

Hello sir, will this work for Ford Ranger pickup truck?

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Yes as long as it has an OBDII port

Anyone use this with a 2000s Lexus or Camry?

I'm sold.

What phone mount is that?

Just bought one for myself using your link!!

Can you monitor the Subaru’s head gasket range

What about cars modified with aftermarket computers?

My OBD tool, was stolen...along with my tire inflator 😑

The MX2 OBD2 driver is probably the best one for what the author is doing, screen overlays of guages for videos. For anyone wanting to FIX or diagnose vehicles, the Bluedriver obd2 is better because somehow, the purchase price includes a direct link to the Intellifix database which automatically pulls all the recalls and tech service bulletins out for your specific vehicle. It also looks at fault codes and gives a list of the mfg recommended servicing solutions for the fault code. This is free for as many VINs as you want, for the life of the Bluedriver, this is what shops up until now pay a monthly subscription for. Bluedriver also can lookup enhanced oem-specific fault codes like ABS, crash sensors, lane keep radar, and airbag faults for virtually all US market vehicles including BMW, Mercedes and Audi. For vehicle service techs, theres notjing close to to price of bluedriver with the free subscription as of now bluedriver

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John Filmore you sold me right here, thanksgiving. I do like the fact that the MX allows video over lay and all those live gauges feature, but I realized they don’t offer much OEM parameters for German made vehicles which to be honest it’s easier I get the Bluedriver and be able to get detail scans and just pick up a cheap OBD2 for video over lay in the future. Thanks

Are you able to use any camera to do speed/rpm overlays, or are you just limited to the Garmin camera?

Hi, could you reply if it can show shift status & brake status also

Jason, at your suggestion, I bought one of these. Now I'd like to see you make a video that describes some of the OBDII stuff in more detail. I have a 2019 Subaru Outback and I'd like to know how to create custom PIDs (what's a PID?) to access more than the default OBDII spec defines. I retired from mechanic-ing around 1994, before OBDII and I find you to be a good teacher. I could not find a comprehensive manual for the device, only a user forum. I like to read a manual. Overall, I'm having a lot of fun with it. It has nice logging capabilities. It would be nice if it worked with android auto so I could display the gauges on my large console display.

Super Clean LOL

Fabulous video. I never knew this level of info was available in a relatively inexpensive diagnostic tool. Question: Is the device very good at troubleshooting OBDII compliant cars that have issues, but are not displaying codes? A Tech-2 would be great, but I don’t have an extra $2000 laying around.

Anybody know the brand and model of the phone mount?

Now I want obd2 for my sim racing rig

One other reason to get one is if you buy used cars - you can do a preliminary check on a cars engine very quickly and if it checks out then maybe get a mechanic to give the rest of the car a once over before you buy, but if it fails here then you just saved yourself time and money.

On my hybrid toyota, this obd readers are like opening my eyes. With hybrid monitor app, i can get battery info, health of the battery, efficiency of driving, brake efficiency, engines rpm( 3 engines...), all in nice graphs, and overlayed on a map. Super useful, and highly recommended for a hybrid car!

Cool gadget, all i need now is to own a car with an OBD plug, and a smartphone.

Anybody know if this connects to iOS devices over bluetooth or wifi? The $10 version of this uses bluetooth serial data, which iOS doesn't (or at least didn't) allow. So to get one that was iOS compatible, it would broadcast its own wifi network, that you'd connect your phone to. And once you do that, the phone couldn't get data over the cellular network.

you can also use those obd2 tools for programs like FORscan where you can modify software

Will this device show the transmission fluid temp? I'm curious as to how hot the CVT juice gets in my 2016 forester.

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I was looking for it in the app for my 2019 Outback, but didn't see it anywhere.

Great video you saved me about $30 I was going to get the blue drive $99 version but this does the same thing for less.

Why are the stats so laggy in this video but no the S2000 video?

I dont know if you have used Torque Pro app but if you have is this better or the same. I know you can Record video in 4k with the gauges showing on it right from your phone (if your phone records in 4k) with out having to use other software like you did with this app. I have a 2000 passat wagon and use Torque Pro app because it shows all the stuff you talked about in this videos and more so i just wanted to know if you have used it to see how you feel about it and if I should give this one a try. Thank you for your time and hard work on making awesome videos for us. Keep them coming.

"super clean" XD

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5:53 When your OBD Reader speedometer updates faster than the one on the car

Thanks Jason. Do you have any experience with the BlueDriver ODB unit? It’s rated higher on Amazon and seems to have similar features.

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I recommend bluedriver. I have used it along with other bluetooth scantools. It reads the enhanced codes as well.

You should do some runs on old freezeout rd

I may have skimmed the video too quickly, but I did not hear Jason mention that this scanner does not work on all cars, even newer ones. My neighbour bought this unit and while it works on his 2012 Toyota, it does not work at all on my 2013 Acura MDX.

Great video Jason! Makes me want one! But I already have the Blue Driver scanner that you've also recommended. Do you have a preference between the MX+ and the Blue Driver? Could you do a video comparing the two? The Blue Driver doesn't show me everything you're showing from the MX+, but I'm not sure if that's due to the scan tool/app, or because I have a 2001 Tacoma that doesn't scan that much information.

Awesome video. Thanks for the information. !

How good can this be if it doesn't even get Mode 6 data like misfire counts. Most vehicles don't even trip a CEL unless the misfires hit a certain threshold.

What is an OBD2 port and how do i know if my car has one? Do you have an previous video about it?

I just started learning to become a mechanic and I feel like this would be a cost affective tool to buy and keep in my garage , thanks for your thoughts

Did you replace your pistons .. when installed the supercharge and what psi are you running

Is it okay to keep this plugged in over a long period of time? Meaning like always have it on because I have tablet in my car that I want this scanner to display it, and I want access to the info anytime I want while driving. I have a Honda Accord '06 V6 Canadian Model

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@Terranexthank you appreciate it

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it will drain your car battery if you don't drive for awhile. My battery started to have trouble cranking after leaving the obd2 in for about a week without driving but it will be fine to leave in all the time while driving

I use this with the Racechrono app when doing track day

Annnnnd I just dropped $400 on a VIRB and OBDLink. Thanks for spending my money. Should be fun on the Hot Rod Power Tour coming up next month when I make some laps at Bristol. Keep up the good work and cool vids.

Would the video overlay function work if I connected it to my iPhone and recorded video with that?

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There are likely some apps to make that work!

Omg I love this channel and I love my Obdlink. Got it years back when they were on Kickstarter, but is there something for telemetry in a Tesla Model 3?

symmetry08 (Enkh) Hi ? Once lived in sunny Denver, Colorado; now in sunny UB, Mongolia. What do you think of relationship that fewer cylinder engines should have more tranny gears, that I noticed, it should have formulated that way ? Usually, few cylinder engine would have more stroke travel (less pony numbers), which is more torque, that same goes with heavy duty commercial trucks that are upward over 10 steps; and lighter vehicles, in modern vehicles, have so many ridicules number of gears, which is unnecessary in my opinion. Because they have more horsepower numbers vs torque, so they shouldn't go over 7-8 gears and, mainly, their engine bore is wider than piston travel it would make. So, if engine has more cylinders then reduce number of not-needed gears. And, as modern cars trend is, fewer cylinders, then increase number of steppes the tranny would shift thru/number of gears. It seems that, in auto community, have not consciously realized that relationship yet. What do you think about that ? Old and lighter Mercedes had 12 cylinders and few gears - perfect set-up - truly . . . yours with respect. Show less

Can you please do a video or series on interpreting the live data PIDs?

I use that on my Ram 2500 with Cummins 6.7 to monitor regeneration of DPF, love it. Love the video thanks.

Does it work with vauxhalls (that's opel in the uk)

To expensive for a scanner that just does a generic OBD2 reader. No ABS, SRS, TCM or TPMS reader, so you are paying top dollar for a fancy gauge display on your expensive phone. If you are looking for a real OBD2 scanner that covers all the modules that your car has, you are better putting the same money on an Autel or Launch scanner that will give you the same OBD2 results plus more. If you need maps or fancy gauges you have apps for that way cheaper.

5:50 when he lets off the accelerator and it jumps from 9.8 mpg to 70 mpg 😂

I got this in the mail today hooked it up to my jk and it is awesome 😀Thanks Jason 😀

OBD2 scan tools don't have a place in my garage. I never use one on my car. It would be a waste of a purchase for me at this time. You couldn't force me to use one of those on my car.

I totally love your videos and trust your personal & professional opinion. I've been wanting one of these, but there are so many out there and some are cheap, some aren't and I wasn't sure what brand & price range was trustworthy. Since I trust you and this one has a great price and functionality, I bought one.

"Super clean"

My vehicle is DAIHATSU

So could i use it to disable the AFM in my 2015 Silverado?

you should tint the windows on your s2k. it looks better especially if you have you top open and the windows rolled up.

Amazing I already have it in my car awesome

Hey Jason I want to speak to you so please reply so I can say my problem in mail so please reply to this so I can speak to you in my mail .

Does m y Tesla have OBD?

No Lotus support 😭😭😭