Manufacturer | BAFX Products |
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Brand | Bafx Products |
Model | BAFX3127 |
Item Weight | 2.46 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 2.75 x 1.5 x 1 inches |
Item model number | BAFX3127 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer Part Number | BAFX3127 |
for Android Phones ONLY - Wireless Bluetooth Diagnostic OBD2 Scanner Car Code Reader and Scan Tool for All 1996 & Newer Vehicles ELM327 Compatible OBDII
Brand | Bafx Products |
Product Dimensions | 2.75"L x 1.5"W x 1"H |
Operating System | Android Only |
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About this item
- [DATA] Read & Clear your Check Engine Light (CEL); Check emissions testing readiness; Read real time vehicle sensor information;
- [ANDROID] Our Bluetooth OBD2 scanner for use with Android devices ONLY! For iOS devices, please purchase our WiFi OBD reader.
- [3RD PARTY APPS] A 3rd party app is required to use our OBD reader. Obtainable from the Google Play store. Free & Paid apps available. Recommended free: Piston; Recommended paid: Torque Pro (Not Torque Lite), OBD Fusion, Car Scanner & OBD Auto Doctor
- [COMPATIBLE] Works with ALL consumer vehilces located in USA model year 1996 & newer; Works on ALL OBD2 Protocols including J1850 & ISO9141 which are problematic for other OBD scanners
- [ELM327 COMPLIANT] Fully ELM327 compliant. works with any app stating an ELM327 code reader is needed
- [2 YEAR WARRANTY] Every OBD reader we sell is backed with a 2 year warranty with freidnly USA based support staff
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Product Description
Wireless OBD2 Scanner & Car Diagnostics Code Reader for Android / Windows Phones & Tablets (Not iPhone Compatible)
Insane amounts of vehicle data at your fingertips!
The BAFX Products Bluetooth OBDII scanner will help you gain huge amounts of insight into diagnosing and solving your vehicles problems!
Why choose BAFX Products above all others?
COMPATIBILITY - Our OBD2 scanner works on ALL OBD2 protocols including J1850 & ISO9141. Unlike many of our competitors who cut corners to lower their costs.
RELIABILITY - Our next generation processing and Bluetooth chips mean less dropped connections and smoother data flow
SPEED - We are now using Bluetooth 5.0 so that our OBD reader can send and receive data & commands between your phone and the vehicle computer faster than before!
USA BASED SUPPORT - We offer friendly, easy to understand USA based support staff.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU - We stand behind our OBD2 scanners 100% with a 2 year, no hassle, claims process should the need arise
3rd Party app required to use our OBD reader. Apps obtained through the Google Play store. Free & Paid apps available. Recommended FREE app: Piston; Recommended PAID app: Torque Pro (NOT Torque Lite)
Complete & Reliable OBD2 Diagnostics & Codes Everytime
But really, what can you actually get done with our OBD2 scanner?
• Read & Clear your check engine light (aka CEL) - Reads any codes that cause the vehicles CEL to illuminate. Includes all P (Powertrain), B (Body), C (Chassis) & U (Network) OBDII codes
• Check emissions testing readiness - Know if your vehicle will pass emissions even before you go! Also check to see if your vehicles drive cycle has completed since a repair was last made.
• Access real time, live data - Read emissions based sensors in real time on your Android phone! O2, fuel pressure, air/fuel ratios, air temp, boost, engine load, & many more! (sensor availability dependent on vehicle make/model & year)
• Graph sensor readings - Get real-time graphs of live sensor data
• Map based sensor tracking - Record sensor data while driving and view results on a map! (app dependent)
DOES NOT read or reset your SRS, ABS, Oil Change or General Maintenance lights (exceptions may apply with certain apps)
Works on all consumer vehicles (gas & diesel) sold in the USA that are model year 1996 & Newer! For international compatibility, please scroll down.
Full USA Compatibility
Compatible with all consumer vehicles (cars & trucks) purchased in the USA, model year 1996 & Newer! Whether gas or diesel powered our OBD reader will work with it so long as it was purchased here in the USA and is 1996 or newer.
Exclusions: Heavy duty vehicles (semi's, dump trucks etc), motorcycles, ATV's, snowmobiles, boats etc. Some all electric vehicles also may not be OBDII compliant such as newer Teslas since they do not have combustion engines, though some (such as the Nissan Leaf) may still work with special apps.
International Compatiblity
The location & model year of where the car or truck is located will determine if our OBD code reader will work with as different countries have different laws regarding OBDII compliance.
Australia: 2007 & Newer; Brazil: Petrol 2007 & Newer / Diesel 2015 & Newer; Canada: 1998 & Newer; European Union: Petrol 2001 & Newer / Diesel 2004 & Newer; Israel: 2003 & Newer; India: 2017 & Newer; Japan: 2010 & Newer; Mexico: 2006 & Newer; New Zealand: 2006 & Newer; Philippines: 2006 & Newer; Singapore: 2014 & Newer
Supports ALL OBDII Protocols
The BAFX Products OBD2 car scanner supports ALL OBD2 protocols unlike so many other OBD readers on the market. Many OBD2 scanners claim to work with all OBD2 protocols however most have trouble with the J1850 protocols used by many Ford and GM vehicles. The ISO9141 protocol also gives many other OBD readers issues, this protocol is found on many Chrysler, Honda & Toyota vehicles. We made a name for ourselves by producing an OBD reader that actually works on these protocols!
Faster Read Speeds
Using Bluetooth 5.0 technology our OBD2 code reader can offer faster read speeds than many of our direct competitors. This means less lagging data and closer to real time information than other code readers! Due note however that actual read speeds will vary from vehicle to vehicle as different OBD2 protocols transmit data at different speeds themselves so read speeds are also limited by the vehicle itself.
Full USA Compatibility
International Compatibility
Supports ALL OBDII Protocols
Faster Read Speeds
Read & Clear Your Check Engine Light (aka CEL)
One of the main features of our tool allows you to read and clear your vehicles check engine light. Of course, you usually do not want to clear the check engine light without fixing the problem first. Our OBD reader will help you pull the code that is causing that check engine light to illuminate so that you can get it fixed and get back on the road safely. Please note, that our OBD reader does NOT read or clear the ABS, SRS or Oil Change lights though exceptions do apply to this. There are some apps available on the market that can help with reading and clearing those on some vehicles such as the GaragePro app.
Emissions Testing Readiness
Need to take your car in for emissions testing? You can use our OBD reader to verify the vehicles computer is ready to pass the test before you head out. You can check to ensure that all the normal tests the emissions center will complete are ready to pass before leaving and also check to ensure that your vehicles drive cycle is complete.
Access LIVE Real-Time Data
Our OBD2 scanner can be used to pull live real-time data from your vehicles emission control sensors and you can have that information displayed in many different ways depending on the app being used. Graphs, gauges, dials, map based.... no problem. Sensors available for reading will vary from vehicle to vehicle however some examples of possible readings are: O2 sensors, RPM, air temp, fuel pressure, boost, EOT, throttle position, run time, timing advance and much more!
Freeze Frame Diagnostics
What is freeze frame date? When your check engine light is on, many vehicles will provide freeze frame data. Freeze frame data gives you a snapshot of your vehicles sensor readings at the time the check engine light was tripped. This information can be very helpful in diagnosing and fixing the issue with your vehicle!
Read & Clear Your Check Engine Light (aka CEL)
Emissions Testing Readiness
Access LIVE Real-Time Data
Freeze Frame Diagnostics
For Android Phones / Tablets - Bluetooh OBD2 Scanner / Code Reader | For iOS (iPhones), Android & Windows - WiFi OBD2 Scanner / Code Reader | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Works With | Android & Windows | iOS (iPhone & iPad), Android & Windows |
Read/Clear CEL | ✓ | ✓ |
Emissions Readiness Test | ✓ | ✓ |
Live Data | ✓ | ✓ |
Connection Type | Bluetooth | WiFi |
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ASIN | B005NLQAHS |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #54,830 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #290 in Code Readers & Scan Tools |
Date First Available | September 17, 2011 |
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Easy to install | 4.8 | — | 4.2 | — | 3.6 | 4.1 |
Easy to use | 4.4 | 3.4 | 4.0 | — | — | 4.0 |
Mileage | 4.2 | 5.0 | — | — | — | 3.8 |
Tech Support | 4.1 | 2.6 | 3.8 | — | — | — |
Value for money | — | 3.4 | 3.7 | — | — | 4.6 |
Sold By | — | Link Start | BLCKTEC | Akface | INFOCAR | VEEPEAK US |
power source | Battery Powered | — | Vehicle | Battery Powered | — | OBD II Port |
display size | 2.8 inches | — | 3.5 inches | 3.1 inches | 2.4 inches | — |
operating system | Android Only | IOS, Android | IOS and Android | Ios | — | IOS, Android |
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Customers like the data, ease of use, and info provided by the vehicle scan tool. They mention that the data has been very helpful, and that it can also log all your driving speed and parameters at different time intervals. They appreciate the simple support instructions, and the ability to read codes and see real-time information. Customers also say that the performance is great, and has worked perfectly on every vehicle they've plugged it into. They feel that the value of the adapter is well worth the small cost.
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Customers like the performance of the vehicle scan tool. For example, they say it works perfectly on every vehicle they've plugged it into, it works great with Torque Pro, and a good portion of the gauges work fine. Some say they're happy with the Android and Windows compatibility, while others have reported issues with Ford.
"...with Torque ($5 paid version) on Android (BT) and seems to be working pretty great so far!..." Read more
"...disable the backup beeper in my 2013 Toyota Prius V. The device worked like a charm, in conjunction with the Torque app that I downloaded to my HTC..." Read more
"...The device works great in my 2013 Jeep Wrangler using the Torque Pro Android app on my Samsung Galaxy S3...." Read more
"...The Van was running fine, and I didn't want to chance it not starting the next time, so I drove off until the end of that days driving...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the OBD2 reader. They mention it's a very useful tool, a powerful diagnostic tool, and extremely useful as secondary gauges. Some of the other features are neat, but can be confusing. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's quality and functionality.
"...The OBD2 reader is obviously a very useful tool and actually suggested to me by a customer buying a Nissan Leaf. Apparently there's an incredible!..." Read more
"...directly to the OBDII port on your car and has a reputation of being very reliable...." Read more
"...has been useful to those still on the fence about this item, it is very useful specially if you know how to make use of the info it provides." Read more
"...1. Download Dash Command from the app store. It's a quite hefty price but some of you might actually want to pay it.2...." Read more
Customers find the vehicle scan tool very simple to use. They mention that the instructions are clear, and the product is easy to set up and install. Customers also appreciate the straightforward use and functionality. They say that the app is very friendly and easy to use, and that it pairs pretty easily.
"...I went by the instructions on the included paper and it paired pretty easily -BUT- I did encounter a *hiccup (would Not connect) after it had worked..." Read more
"...It's really kinda fun! And since the tablet is on top of the dashboard it easier to read when traveling down the highway." Read more
"...It's pretty basic and intuitive...." Read more
"...It was quite simple really, an OBD II device with a Bluetooth link for both iPhone and android devices...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the vehicle scan tool. They say it functions well, is fairly priced, and is a good starter code puller. Customers also mention that it saves them tons of diagnostic costs.
"...This device does work for a very reasonable price." Read more
"...No worries. There are plenty of well-known, safe, and inexpensive OBD2 apps out there...including Torque. :)cheers,Scuba" Read more
"...product has enough functionality that, in my opinion, it is indeed worth the cost and, for most drivers, the diagnostic information would most..." Read more
"...These are small and cheap enough to carry in the glove box of any cars you have that are obd2(1995 and newer should use obd2)...." Read more
Customers like the readability of the vehicle scan tool. They say it can clear codes, is handy, and can read and reset codes when displayed. Customers also say it's able to view and clear error codes, and will detect new codes right away.
"...to see on the same page makes life so much easier, diagnosing issues becomes much more accurate and quicker when you see it all function...." Read more
"...with my android tablet and have created a digital dashboard that's easier to read and has more options! It's really kinda fun!..." Read more
"...codes on the free version of the app, there is also functionality to reset codes after fixing the issues and to see so many stats, such as throttle..." Read more
"...-Code clearing: This device will not clear my error code, but also explains that my ECU is designed to clear codes automatically when its shut off..." Read more
Customers like the information the scanner provides. They say it sends very useful information to their phone, such as engine load, RPM, and much more understandable. They also say it allows them to read codes and see real-time information, very useful for diagnosing. Customers say the scanner gives a huge amount of live data as well as the ability to clear CEL. They mention that they can connect their phone to it and easily access all the live data quickly and easily. Customers also say that engine data can be displayed on demand while driving.
"...No worries. There are plenty of well-known, safe, and inexpensive OBD2 apps out there...including Torque. :)cheers,Scuba" Read more
"...So much of the info is far more understandable and useable with this adapter and the torque app...." Read more
"...It will show you some decent info as far as what codes are thrown and what they mean...." Read more
"...the BAFX scanner still sent very useful information to my phone, such as engine load (%), RPM, intake manifold pressure..." Read more
Customers find the data in the vehicle scan tool very helpful and amazing. They say it can track driving specs in real time and see engine codes as needed. They also say it logs all driving speed and parameters at different time intervals. Customers say it provides live data, and can show instant fuel mileage. They mention that it gives better and more accurate information.
"...watching everything function in real time as well as thanks to torque being able to put all the info you want to see on the same page makes life so..." Read more
"...also functionality to reset codes after fixing the issues and to see so many stats, such as throttle position, readings from o2 sensors, obd2..." Read more
"...famous Torque Pro app on my android cell phone, and am amazed at all the live engine data I can get from it...." Read more
"...Not to mention this setup is wireless, and I can log/save trip data through Torque pro which can easily be transfered to my PC for further analysis..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the vehicle scan tool. Some mention that the Bluetooth paired very easily, while others say that it wouldn't connect at first. Some customers also say that the scanner didn't fit as easily into their car and that the connection to their ECU was shaky at times.
"...with an android device was straight ahead and yielded immediate results through Bluetooth...." Read more
"...As I've used it, it's reconnected every time without a problem, and it's never lost a connection unless I've walked out of Bluetooth range...." Read more
"...(would Not connect) after it had worked everytime flawlessly since the initial pair...." Read more
"...PRO: 1. Pairs with all of my Android (2.4, 3.0 and 4.1) devices (only 1 can be active at a time) 2...." Read more
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Connected to a 2005 Honda CR-V and I'm still getting familiar with it. I went by the instructions on the included paper and it paired pretty easily -BUT- I did encounter a *hiccup (would Not connect) after it had worked everytime flawlessly since the initial pair. I think the fluke incident was because I had Bluetooth turned Off before I started the car, so the OBD2 reader was timed out of power-up (Ign On) sync request... I couldn't get the thing to connect to Torque no matter how I tried to re-connect in the app or manually by BT, even pulling obd2 reader out of port and reinserting didn't work. Finally - *Turn the car off, unplug OBD2 reader, Exit the app, and Cycle the phone BT (Off-wait 10sec- On), Turn car on (OBD2 reader plugged in first!).. it connected perfectly again, and everytime since. That's the trick (maybe) if you get hung up too. And it takes Torque app 10-15 seconds to establish a connection with each ignition reset (turning car off and on).
There's a significant lag between the data happening and the time it takes to show on the Torque app (RPMs especially useless), so it doesn't feel like accurate "real-time". I've adjusted some settings in app, without much effect, but will continue to mess with it to see if it can communicate quicker somehow(?) My other gripe would be more about the app and not seeing an oil pressure reading at all. Seems like there should be SOME kinda data for that.. good, bad, shit the bed.. idk something. Oh well. There's still a ton of sensor readings that can help diagnose other issues. Actual coolant temp is nice to finally know, instead of an arbitrary dash needle reading (btw, dash shows up to 200° at normal mid range, so far 😬 err).
The OBD2 reader is obviously a very useful tool and actually suggested to me by a customer buying a Nissan Leaf. Apparently there's an incredible! amount of data able to be read with an EV app that gives the user all the intricate details of battery health and real time system cycling information, etc. My customer came back a while after they'd bought the car and showed me how much this device helped them be informed of what was happening in their vehicle, in real time. This is a huge advantage for EV owners to keep a check on the vehicle during daily use, and hopefully catch small issues early on, before they become larger problems "all of a sudden".
For $20 it's an easy thing to use to unlock a world of information about what's going on with your (OBD-2) vehicle, AND you can read most codes and clear them. It's totally worth it to have, and even pay $5 for Torque too.
http://priuschat.com/attachments/geniii-prius-4-24-12-zip.37079/
Here are the instructions for how to do it:
"This topic has been covered many times but I'll save you the trouble to look it up. Dealers should do if for free. If your dealer will not then find another dealer (talk to the service rep as your salesman might not know anything about it). Some have had it done at purchase with most waiting for the first 5000 mile checkup. They'll usually say they'll do it once for free then charge afterwards. Though some will try to charge even for that first time.
Another solution is to use a Scangauge II (which is about $160 currently on amazon) but it's has a small screen and limited interface and confusing commands (if you're new to it). The advantage is that it's a self contained unit and connects directly to the OBDII port on your car and has a reputation of being very reliable.
If you'll check the other parts of this forum you'll see threads dealing with bluetooth OBDII scanners that you control with a PC, tablet or smartphone. There are a lot of different compatible devices with some of the better one's hovering around $90-100, or you could get one of the knock-offs for about $20. I bought a highly reviewed unit off amazon for about $23 and it works brilliantly. I interface with it through my Android phone using the Torque app that I paid about $5 for. The advantage of this is that it's wireless, and you have very nice visual interfaces of lots and lots of data coming from your vehicle.
This thread in particular: GenIII Prius Custom PIDs for Torque app | PriusChat has ton's of custom PID's to use in the Torque application - basically means they made custom commands that can give you easy access to a ton of information and some commands to change things like the reverse beep.
All you need to do is connect the Bluetooth scanner to the OBDII port that is fully exposed and just below the steering wheel - takes just a few seconds.
Then download the Torque app (if you have an android device - iphone doesn't do as much as the android) to your phone and install it.
Download the zip file in the link above with the PID's. You want to unzip it and move the files to your .torque/extendedpids folder within your android device. If you use an app like ES File Explorer you it can view, move and even unzip the file.
Turn on your engine, and turn on the bluetooth on your phone. You can connect from within the app, but I prefer to use the phone's bluetooth settings. The device should show up, and you can try to pair to it. My device's password was "1234" use whatever was in your instructions.
Now on your phone start the Torque app (should already be connected to the scanner), hit menu and set up the vehicle profile. (before you do that you can go into settings>Units and adjust the unit to your region so that the next step makes more sense)
These were recommended:
Engine Displacement: 1.8
Weight:3275 US lbs
Fuel: Petrol
Fuel tank: 11.9 USG
Max RPM: 5200
Volumetric Efficiency: can't find this information, though it's supposedly a calculation of the volume of actual air being pumped vs theoretical - I just left it at the recommended 85 but others put in different numbers.
Remember to save everything.
Under menu>"settings">"Manage extra PIDs/Sensors" screen hit your menu button again then >"add predefined set" you should see a list of vehicles and the profiles you had just unzipped to your device. Choose "GenIII Prius 4-24-12 (US)" or if you like there is another option for (metric)
Then the screen will show a list of a ton of custom PIDs. Most of these are commands to access information that you can set up as a gauge to view in the Realtime Information desktop view.
But there are a few commands that you can send to the car one time (through a test function of the Torque app) to adjust settings like the reverse beep:
Scroll down all the way to the bottom. You'll see a PID for "Reverse Beep Disable". Choose it then from the pop up choose >edit. From there just scroll down all the way down and you'll see a button called Test. After clicking the test button a status/confirmation popup will show. After that is done the reverse beep is now disabled. Try to put your car into reverse to confirm. You can also adjust a few other things, like seatbelt alarms. Scroll through list to see them all. To just send the command one time, you need to do a test.
Most of the other PID's are to check realtime status of the engine. You can also check error codes and reset them. Great device to have and I much prefer being able to set alarms and beeps myself."
Read more: http://priuschat.com/threads/turning-off-the-reverse-beep-on-a-2012-prius-v.116512/#ixzz3NQw6W0Jb
This device does work for a very reasonable price.
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