| ScanGauge II 3-in-1 Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer with Customizable Display | 
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| List Price: $169.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 138 reviews)
Sales Rank: 10
Category: Automotive Parts And Accessories
Publisher: Linear Logic
Studio: Linear Logic
Brand: Linear Logic
Label: Linear Logic
Color: Black
Media: Automotive
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 5 x 1 x 2
MPN: SGII
Model: SG2
UPC: 788006004115
EAN: 0788006004115
ASIN: B000AAMY86
Release Date: May 15, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Programmable 3-in-1 automotive trip computer, diagnostic scan tool, and up to 37 digital gauges in one (vehicle dependent) | | • | Watch fuel consumption, cost-per-mile, coolant temperature, engine speed, horsepower, and much more in real time | | • | Works on all 1996 or newer OBDII cars, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles | | • | Checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clears the codes, and can turn off the "Check Engine" light | | • | No tools required for installation, small size fits nearly anywhere in the vehicle |
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Product Description
See what's going on under the hood As a general rule geeks like to have access to as much data and statistics as possible. We pretty much figure this applies to a geek's motor vehicle as well. So, to allow you to access extra information about your car we would like to introduce the ScanGauge 3-in-1 Auto Computer. This gadget is easy to install and provides a set of digital gauges, a comprehensive trip computer, and an engine trouble code scan tool. The digital gauges mode displays four different properties on the screen (for example, fuel economy, battery voltage, coolant temperature, and engine speed). The trip computer tracks your vehicle's maximum speed, average speed, driving time, driving distance, trip fuel economy and several other pieces of trip data. The engine trouble code scan tool lets you read standard engine trouble codes as well as clear the "check engine" light and other warning lamps. The ScanGauge is simple to use and install and mounts in, on or below the dash. It plugs into the diagnostic OBD-II connector found under the dash on 1996 and newer cars and light trucks. The functions are accessed via a simple on-screen menu interface. There is an automatic delayed power-down after engine shutoff and automatic power-up when engine is started. User and vehicle settings are automatically saved.
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The ScanGaugeII is a 3-in-1 automotive computer that combines a multifunction trip computer, diagnostic scan tool, and up to 37 digital gauges in one small package. It connects easily to your vehicle's On-Board Diagnostic (OBDII) port and communicates directly with the vehicle's computer. Not sure if your car uses OBDII or Controller Area Network (CAN)? The unit will automatically determine which system to use and switch to it. The ScanGaugeII works on all 1996 or newer OBDII cars, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles, as well as vehicles with the latest CAN systems. A detachable cable allows for easy transfer between multiple vehicles. Its menu-driven operation means there's no need to memorize complex sequences, and no tools are required for installation. Expandable Add-A-Gauge Technology
The ScanGaugeII has been redesigned with expandable Add-A-Gauge (aka XGauge) technology. Add to the original 12 gauges by customizing the ScanGaugeII to monitor up to 25 more--depending on your specific vehicle's sensor design. Four gauges can be displayed simultaneously and can help determine fuel consumption rates, allowing you to adjust driving behavior and save gas. At the same time, keep an eye on coolant temperature, engine speed, and much more in real time. If there is a young driver in the house or friends borrow your car, the ScanGaugeII can record speeds of up to 158 mph and store the information for you to view later, so you will know just how fast your young driver or friend was going last night. If the unit was disconnected, you'll know: An indicator will be displayed in the trip data.  ScanGaugeII mounts easily to your dash.
| Gauges include: - Horsepower
- Fuel Consumption Rate to 1/100th per gallon/liter
- Vehicle speed (MPH)
- Fuel Economy
- Cost Per Mile/Cost Per Trip
- Manifold Pressure (not available on some vehicles)
- Battery Voltage
- Engine Load
- Coolant Temperature
- Throttle Position
- Intake Air Temperature
- Ignition Timing
- Engine Speed (RPM)
- O2 Sensor Data
- Fuel Trim
- Hybrid Battery Charge (for Toyota Prius and Ford Escape)
- And many more, depending on your vehicle's sensor design
 ScanGaugeII makes diagnostics easy.
View Larger | Scan Tool
The ScanGaugeII includes a diagnostic scan tool that can check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clear the codes, and turn off the "Check Engine" light on 99% of 1996 and newer vehicles. (However, this feature may not work on some trouble codes in Dodge vehicles.) If any DTCs are found, the ScanGauge will show how many there are as well as the codes themselves. Then you can use the Internet or repair manual to find out which is the failed part is, so you can repair it yourself or know what needs to be fixed at the mechanic's shop. Multifunction Trip Computer
Four sets of data are automatically recorded on the trip computer: Current, Today, Previous Day, and Tank Trip. The "current" trip restarts after the engine has been off for more than 3 minutes. The "today" trip restarts after the vehicle has not moved for 9 hours, and the data from "today" is moved to "previous day" when you restart the car, so you don't have to reset the computer every time you begin a trip. "Tank trip" resets when you fill up the tank. It can provide you with "to empty" data and other useful information, which can be viewed any time during the trip. The trip computer also integrates information from the Cost Per Mile gauge. Simply enter how much you paid per gallon or liter of fuel, and the ScanGauge will automatically calculate the cost of your trips as you drive. The ScanGaugeII features 12 individually stored parameters, including:  ScanGaugeII features 63 backlit colors.
View Larger | - Maximum Speed
- Average Speed
- Maximum Coolant Temperature
- Maximum RPM
- Driving Time
- Driving Distance
- Fuel Used
- Fuel Cost
- Trip Fuel Economy
- Distance to Empty
- Time to Empty
- Fuel to Empty
Personalize It
A large, high-contrast LCD display makes viewing the information easy, and both the display and keys are backlit and can be set to off, low, or high. With 63 possible colors, user settings, tank trip data, and vehicle settings that are automatically saved, and up to 10 user commands that can be stored and recalled, the ScanGaugeII can be easily customized to suit your needs.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 133 more reviews...
 Good product October 13, 2008
This is a great product works good very small learning curve. Nice to be able to see actual numbers instead of idiot lights (as I call them.) Just make sure you have set up the engine size and tank size.
Scanguage ll October 13, 2008
Excellent product. Works as advertised. I had a little trouble with the hook up, as my car radio would not hold the time or stay on. After pulling the radio fuse and reinstalling it, all worked fine. I have it mounted on my instrument panel with the velcro tab that came with the ScanGauge. This is a very good product to help you train your driving habits for better mileage. I increase my 2002 GMC 1/2 ton pickup from a usually(mostly to and from work on uncongested freeways) 17 to 17.5 up to 19 to 19.92, the later being my best to date for a tank. I have not incountered a need for the Scan feature to troubleshoot the codes, so I cannot review that part of the item yet.
 Good device but poorly written manual October 12, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this device about 2 months ago and I am still trying to understand how to use simple functions like total trip mileage and the total amount of fuel used on a trip.... pretty basic stuff. My only complaint is the manual. The instructions leave out details that would be helpful to the user. I have complained to the manufacturer about this and they agreed that it needs to be improved and promised that a better manual is on the way to me at some future date.
Excellent Tool September 30, 2008
Well worth the money to track your fuel mileage and fuel usage history.
Especially for vehicles without fuel usage meters already built in.
Also tells other useful info but not as important as the fuel mileage and the ability to check trouble codes that may be popping up on your "Check engine light"
Read the code and do a google search for that code and you can easily diagnose what problem(s) you may be having.
If your mechanically able you can purchase the part and replace them yourself. That alone can save you what you purchased the Scanguage2.
Also to get you vehicle checked at the dealership would cost around $100 depending on dealership and what their rates are.
And after you are complete with the repair you can reset the on board computer.
Provides valuable information September 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The device provides valuable information for the thoughtful operator. Some of it is only occasionally valuable, but when needed, facts are easy to get. On the other hand, the ScanGauge provides quite a bit of information of value from time to time - remaining range & trip data, for example.
For me, the greatest value comes from parameters that can guide the most economical operation -- I like to display current speed, MPG, fuel flow and cost-per-mile in the default setting; it trains me to be more efficient -- becomes a bit of a game to maximize efficiency or maintain a certain minimum MPG. Aviators have an additional consideration - travel time (and speed) which also has a "cost". If my time is worth $20/hour, what's the optimum mix of speed & fuel consumption? A commuter might want to use a spreadsheet to guide future operations. Land economists suspect the value of a commuter's time is about half his hourly earnings. Consider working out your optimum trip plan if a lot of your time is spent commuting. You may choose to live elsewhere or find a job closer to home.
The manual is adequate, but I'd like to see a better one -- it'd save my wasted time.
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