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Reddit mentions of Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro

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We found 52 Reddit mentions of Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro. Here are the top ones.

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro
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    Features:
  • Amazing Functions: Read diagnostic trouble codes and display their meaning, clear trouble codes, turn off the MIL ("Check Engine" light), display current sensor data. This code reader helps to find out why your check engine light is on before visiting a mechanic - save money by fixing simple problems yourself!
  • Support Cars: Work with 1996 and newer gasoline vehicles (Not for diesel, hybrid and trucks with 24V voltage) that are OBD2 compliant including but not limited to Volkswagen, GM, Chevrolet, Honda, TOYOTA, Mazda, Ford, Dodge, Peugeot, Subaru, Citroen, BMW, Audi, Skoda, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Suzuki, Opel, Chyrysler, Benz, Porsche, Renault, Fiat, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Daihatsu, etc.
  • Compatible App and System: Work with Android cellphone and tablet. Recommend Apps are Torque Pro, Torque Lite (free), OBD Car Doctor (free), etc. on Google Play. Support Dr. Prius App for Toyota/Lexus hybrid
  • Support all OBDII protocols: J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, ISO9141-2, ISO14230-4 (KWP2000), ISO15765-4 (CAN-BUS)
  • Warranty: 100% Money Back Guarantee; hassle free 1-year replacement warranty with friendly and professional customer service. Note: Bluetooth version works with Android only, not iPhone or iPad
Specs:
ColorBlue for Android
Height1.25984 Inches
Length1.88976 Inches
Number of items1
Release dateJanuary 2018
SizeBluetooth for Android
Weight0.04 pounds
Width0.98425 Inches

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Found 52 comments on Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro:

u/Daddy007FTW · 15 pointsr/LifeProTips

Screw that Groupon one. Here's one from Amazon that is the same price all the time and is better. I ordered one and can't be more pleased. Read the reviews and answered questions on Amazon for some great tips, including how to reset the check engine light.

u/diablo_man · 9 pointsr/BlackPeopleTwitter

If you got a "Check engine" light on, and you want to know what it means but dont want to drop it off at a pricey mechanic just for a diagnosis and potentially expensive repair, head over to amazon and pick up one of these blue tooth OBD2 scanners. That ones for android(I have it, works great), this one works for iphone and android.

That plus a typically free app like "Torque" let you find out the error codes your car is throwing out(and all other kind of basic diagnostic stuff), so you can google it and see if its something you need to fix right away, could easily fix yourself(with youtube), or if its just a minor problem you dont need to worry about yet.

And if you do take it to the shop, you can probably save them some time(and thus money for yourself), and being more informed, keep yourself from being taken for a ride.

If your car is 1996 or newer it should have a port for these(typically under the steering wheel above the pedals), save yourself some anxiety about that new warning light that just showed up.

u/XxRoyalxTigerxX · 6 pointsr/cars

There's a smaller sized blue OBD2 plug in on Amazon it goes along the lines of "panlong" or something, it's only like $10-15, works fine in my Lexus and Mercedes, it's able to clear errors and stuff, real-time info works well. And it's really low profile unlike those other adapters so if it sticks straight into the foot well it won't bother you



Edit: it's $11

Works fantastic with torque pro
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_o..cBbK4QXZ3R

u/Do_not_reply_to_me · 5 pointsr/answers

Quick answer: Holding the button for 5 seconds forces the engine to turn off

Long, rambling and occasionally off topic answer: I have a manual gearbox ford with push button ignition.

When you're driving, the push button doesn't turn off the engine. It goes into a special mode above some minimum speed like 5mph. If you decide you do want to turn off the ignition while driving you can override the lock out by holding down the button for 5 seconds.

I don't recommend that you try it, because I don't know under what conditions the steering lock will kick in. I expect it won't engage until the car is stationary but I can't be sure without testing that so my advice is leave this stuff to idiots like me to find out. I've done that once before in a traditional ignition car (pulled the key out while driving and the steering lock engaged and I drove up the curb onto the verge before I could stop the car).

So anyway, I tried the power button thing the other day because I was curious, I pushed the clutch down so that I was freewheeling and pressed the button while rolling forwards at about 10mph and nothing happened. Then I held the button down for a few seconds and the engine cut out. I quickly pressed it again and the engine started up (I wasn't ready to test the steering lock thing on that occasion, maybe next time).

Specifically about the computer crashing: OK, so what I've described above relates to normal operating conditions. The car performing as intended. What about a software crash? I can contribute something on this as well although I'm not a vehicle designer.

I have a cheap Bluetooth diagnostic module, [like this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PJPHEBO). Not that exact one but something similar. Mine is modified with a switch to enable dedicated Ford diagnostics using some software called Forscan.

So the switch allows me to flip between standard OBDII wiring and custom Ford wiring. It's important that I flip the switch to the correct position when Forscan is sending out Ford commands or OBDII commands.

I flipped the switch during a session, sending signals down all the wrong wires. I was driving and attempting to diagnose an exhaust issue. Whatever I did, I did it at exactly the wrong moment because the car completely shit the bed.

The instrument panel crashed, all dials went to zero. All readings (mpg for example) went to dashed lines (--- mpg). "Shit. I hope this isn't permanent" I thought.

The engine went into limp mode (reduced power). I was pretty concerned so I pulled over. Basic controls were still working gas (with limited power), brakes, power steering. But nothing complicated was working. Cruise control gone. Even the power windows wouldn't auto close, manual close only.

Anyway, I'm an IT guy so I figured the old favourite "turn it off, and then back on again" was called for.

I pressed the stop/start button. Nothing. "SHIT" I couldn't turn the fucking car off, even stationary. "SHIT, FUCK". Then I remembered about holding down the button so I tried that and it worked!

It seems like Ford planned for the worst case scenario and wired a pretty low level override into the button. Even when the whole computer system had given up and shut down, the override still worked.

u/GET_OUT_OF_MY_HEAD · 5 pointsr/povertyfinance

You can also buy a Bluetooth OBD-II adapter for $10 (this one works great). Combine it with the Torque app and you have a powerful diagnostic tool that provides you with way more information than the scanners the auto parts stores provide.

u/waspocracy · 5 pointsr/prius

Not a tip, but a warning: Get used to people cutting you off or trying to go around you at all costs. Had some douche pull the "go around" this morning, but I was trying to avoid an accident as some dickhead cut me off. Then I ended up flying by him at 85 mph just moments later.

Tip: Get an OBD2. It will help you figure out what certain indicators say on your dashboard along with other cool things.

u/aMiracleAtJordanHare · 4 pointsr/CFBOffTopic

If it's an ongoing thing, you can get an OBDII-to-bluetooth dongle for about $11 and a $5 phone app called Torque, then you can read and clear codes from your android phone. Plus see live engine data, which is neat. I think iOS has wifi equivalents. For me it adds a ton of peace of mind when I can read a code as soon as it pops up.

u/snathanb · 3 pointsr/financialindependence

>While they aren't free, you can buy OBD readers for as low as $25.

They've come down quite a bit, because many now just relay the data via bluetooth to read on your smartphone/tablet. I diagnosed an issue with mine with this $10 Model and a free app.

u/FesteringNeonDistrac · 3 pointsr/Cartalk

I don't have this onebut it seems to have good reviews.

Google play store has the torque pro app.

u/OtherwiseASandwich · 3 pointsr/prius

I use a Panlong one ordered from Amazon with no problems. It was specifically one of the ones recommended to use for the Dr. Prius app, and it works with Hybrid Assistant and other apps without issue either.


It works fine in both my 2004 and 2012.

http://priusapp.com/obd.html

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO

u/Honeybee0711 · 3 pointsr/prius

I bought this one (Amazon link):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_qRj0DbDZVKZDN

But the app also has an article talking about the scanners they recommend with the app, this being one of them.

u/BananaDoingIt · 3 pointsr/leaf

This one works fine for me:
Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 Car... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00PJPHEBO?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

u/ScubaSteve7886 · 3 pointsr/MechanicAdvice

This one connects to your phone via Bluetooth. There's any number of free apps available to read any trouble codes. Torque is a good app to use with this scanner.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_0QE5BbTQ9HRSB

u/sumthingcool · 3 pointsr/leaf

This is the ODB2 BT I got, works great: https://www.amazon.com/Panlong-Bluetooth-Diagnostic-Scanner-Android/dp/B00PJPHEBO/

Take a look at this for the L2 charging: http://www.instructables.com/id/313CONVERTING-A-2013-LEAF-LEVEL-1-12AMP-CHARGER-TO/

It is super easy to convert your existing L1 "charger" (it's not really a charger) to be both L2 and L1 capable, then you just need a 240v outlet (which is ~$100-$200 for an electrician to install, easy to DIY as well)

I have yet to do any public charging, but just signed up for a ChargePoint account, thanks to http://roev.org/ the account should work at ChargePoint, Blink, and EVgo station which is 90%+ of public stations. Maybe someone else can comment how well it works and if it's still a good idea to sign up for multiple provider accounts.

I also really like the Leaf Manager app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=no.darkspawns.leafmanager&hl=en

Way faster and more useful than the Nissan provided app.

u/mxdcm · 3 pointsr/e39

Clean looking model :) congratulations! Love that you have sunroof / moonroof (different countries - different names - same stuff).

Waiting for the interior pictures.

Here are few link where you can find info and parts in case if you will need; searching by VIN number, only the last 7 characters, CE7....

bmwfans.info and realoem.com for parts number

bimmer.work for equipment details, with which the car came from factory

Others; using apps

Torque pro or Torque lite - free version to use together with an OBD-II bluetooth scanner for quick diagnostics, are not expensive and can give you some quick info.

Another good app which I tried, a little bit more expensive, is Carly for BMW they have a free lite version as well Carly for BMW Lite only that you will need to have a smartphone which knows USB-OTG and a cable from them (from carly for bmw) adapter search which can be 30€ carly for bmw website

I tried them both, torque and carly, and I would say that they are good enough, can give you informations, faults (errors code) and you can search by error code number to have an idea what can be the issue; as well can clear faults.

Carly for bmw knows coding as a plus, you can configure your car to do other few things, such as automatically locking the doors when going over a certain speed, follow me home lights on time for a certain time, keeping pressed locking button from the key fob to fold the mirrors (+ windows to go up), keeping pressed unlocking button from the key fob for the mirrors to go down; plus other few stuff (can't remember). For a car from the years 2000s is having few nice features.

Take a look at youtube video 5 Series - E39 - Video Handbook (40mins video) and you can learn about them.

You will have to prepare for the future, in case if they will fail, about kit repairs.

In US you have German auto solutions with DIY instructions, tools, kits; very useful stuff.

Since recently I had issues with this hose 11531705223 Radiator Hose which I had it replaced and just blew (snapped) after 1 year when I was going up the mountain, they are know for failing and can leave you stranded; give it an eye inspection.

What else can I continue recommending you... uhm...

Take care of it and again, congratulations :)

Cheers

u/carter31119311 · 3 pointsr/MechanicAdvice

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CEJkDb0V2Z9T5

I just want to mention, I do strongly recommend investing in a real one if you want an odb scanner. I keep this one with me because it's small, and cheap, and like i said, it's usually right, but not always completely correct. Is it worth $10-$11 dollars? Sure! Do I ALWAYS trust it? Not always.

u/Troutsicle · 3 pointsr/Portland

https://www.amazon.com/Panlong-Bluetooth-Diagnostic-Scanner-Android/dp/B00PJPHEBO

I use the free version of an app called Torque.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.prowl.torquefree

You have to pair your phone to the dongle just like you would a pair of headphones.

u/charles_dietz · 2 pointsr/Jaguar

I use an inexpensive bluetooth unit paired w Torque PRO app for a whopping combined cost of sub $20.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PJPHEBO

u/johnson56 · 2 pointsr/Diesel

Here's the one I just bought.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PJPHEBO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

And the app is called torque pro. It's available for both Android and iPhone.

u/tsaurini · 2 pointsr/AdviceAnimals

Get this

Then learn what the codes are with Torque

Also allows you to clear most check engine lights for annoying things.

u/Myfeelingsarehurt · 2 pointsr/prius

Something like this:
Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_azVEwb2NHQVCZ

It plugs into the diagnostic port in your car and relays the info to the app in your phone:)

u/Biscuitsandgravy101 · 2 pointsr/Autocross

TrackAddict app and this OBD2 bluetooth transmitter is what I have used. I don't mount the phone to get accelerometer data. I don't have external GPS either but TrackAddict recommends this. 1 hz internal phone GPS is kind of crap. I'm going to get a Garmin Virb Ultra 30 which does video, 10hz GPS, has accelerometers, and can connect to OBD2.

u/Dorkamundo · 2 pointsr/Cartalk

In the interim, if you are so inclined, you could buy a cheaper OBDII sensor with an app on your phone that will allow you to monitor the temps.

One like this: https://www.amazon.com/Panlong-Bluetooth-Diagnostic-Scanner-Android/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=sr_1_8?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1549475699&sr=1-8&keywords=obdii

Though that is for android phones, I know Iphones are a little more picky.

It connects via bluetooth and shows you all the measurements by your ECM, it also reads and clears check engine codes.

u/zakats · 2 pointsr/Sprint

>not sell to yourself but to sell to others

I hear ya, but I think I covered this angle in my OP.

> diagnostic reports, access to certified mechanics, and AAA assistance

I've got a lot more experience as a mechanic than as a cellular salesman, what you just said there is the sort of horseshit sales pitch that's as shallow as 'pay us extra, cuz money' that corporate is always trying to push. I don't blame you, and I feel a little bad for telling you this because disabusing you of the nonsense that they've fed you will make your job harder, but there's nearly 0 real utility to it that can't be done with the phone people are already paying for.. which is why carriers love to sell them, it's high margin value added frivolousness.

This is a better diagnostic tool than any connected hokum being sold by carriers and it's ~$10. With a free or ~$5 app, there's a lot of information and help at your fingertips that can be read or shared.

>You may not want a tablet with a data plan, but a single mom without WiFi may want to give her kids one, or a college kid who needs something to take notes or draw on the go, small time YouTuber, etc.

Like I said, I don't represent everyone, but a lot of that doesn't resemble what you find in many areas. YMMV, but it can be a tall order and I don't feel like OP is lying to us.

u/another_cube · 2 pointsr/Miata

PSA: You can buy one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Panlong-Bluetooth-Diagnostic-Scanner-Android/dp/B00PJPHEBO/

And see for yourself what the code is for.

u/tackleberry61 · 2 pointsr/CFBOffTopic

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_1wcwxb0KZ7M81

And torque pro app can clear a check engine light. If the alarm comes back it can tell you exactly what's wrong too.

u/n053b133d · 2 pointsr/Cartalk

My symptoms were very similar, they seem to quit working intermittently, which is annoying because sometimes you'll get a random misfire code rather than misfire on cylinder #x. As for the scantool, these are cheap and handy.

u/chrisbrl88 · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

By the way, I'd suggest ordering one of these and downloading the Torque Pro app to use with it. Great addition to anyone's road kit, and it lets you access the kind of information you need to effectively diagnose car troubles. Information like fuel trims, trouble codes, O2 data, etc. are IMMENSELY helpful when people ask us for help here :-)

u/edman007 · 1 pointr/electricvehicles

Just get any old cheap bluetooth one, there are plenty of apps for most of the EVs that do what you want, mygreenvolt does it for the Volt. I use this it works just fine.

u/OilPhilter · 1 pointr/Showerthoughts

You can buy a bluetooth reader that will sync to your phone for cheap, $13 from Amazon. It will tell you all the codes and engine specs in real time while it's running. The one hazard is you will want to look at it while you drive. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PJPHEBO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480666754&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=odb2+scanner&dpPl=1&dpID=51kuzjOul2L&ref=plSrch

Only good for Android users!

u/dantheman213 · 1 pointr/Showerthoughts

You can buy one for $10 on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PJPHEBO

u/PM_ME_UR_FALCONPUNCH · 1 pointr/cars

I got this one and it works perfectly with torque pro

u/khedoros · 1 pointr/Longmont

I've got something similar to this that I use to check codes with my phone (and occasionally clear them).

u/mynameisalso · 1 pointr/AskAMechanic

Is the check engine light on? You can go to any parts store like advance auto and they will scan for free. Write down what they tell you.

You can also buy this and use your smart phone to read codes using your smart phone. It'll also let you have a digital dashboard on your phone/tablet.

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_l8bqyb6BDQ200

u/Devisioned · 1 pointr/Cartalk

I got some Li-Yang one on Amazon for like 12 bucks and use it with the Torque app on Android on my LG G5, works great.

Panlong, my bad. Here it is: Panlong PL-B02 Bluetooth Car Diagnostic Scanner Code Reader (OBD2 OBDII Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/

u/Adoomistrading · 1 pointr/Cadillac

If you use android, I have this one off Amazon (10ish dollars) and use torque pro to read it. It has come in handy many times and with torque it allows you to read real time info about the car. Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_60zyCb05VEYG1

u/TheTimDavis · 1 pointr/leaf

Here is the one I bought that works on my 2013 leaf.

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Code Reader Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iFwDCbBAX5HBC

u/WrXvaNjoHnsoN · 1 pointr/subaru

Get a BT obd2 module. Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aZK0CbY7ZXE5V

u/archpope · 1 pointr/Nissan

Get yourself a proper OBD-II scanner, either like this one or this one, that will read the codes properly. Once you have the exact code numbers, if the device won't tell you what the code means, you'll be able to Google it.

u/cosmos7 · 1 pointr/4Runner

You realize you can do the same thing for a lot less, right? Torque app is free too.

u/spyd3rweb · 1 pointr/WhitePeopleTwitter

You can buy a $10 ODBII/bluetooth adapter and connect to it with your phone, and read and/or reset the codes.

u/Abm93 · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

Buy a obd2 scanner and read that code when it pops up, it can be very helpful and point you in the right direction

u/goRockets · 1 pointr/mazda3

You can get the code readout for free from any auto parts shop like autozone, advance auto parts etc. If you have a smartphone, it's a good idea to invest in a cheap obd2 reader yourself. You can get one for $13

u/Mobilematt1 · 1 pointr/WhitePeopleTwitter

You buy yourself one of these.

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VZIsDb0DKFS2F

It’s $11 you can find what the code actually means and research in the internet to see if it’s worth fixing. You can even clear most codes with this.

u/dduncan55330 · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android - Compatible with Torque Pro https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJPHEBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_c0JpDb524PABH

This is what I got and it works well with my car scanner app. This is for Android only, but I know there are some for iPhone too. $10

u/x308 · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

The one I use is pretty much this, or a clone of it. Or that's a clone of the one I've got.

Either way, it'll almost certainly do everything you need it to so long as you're fine faffing about with drivers and things if it doesn't work right away.