OBD Fusion’s Enhanced Diagnostics Setup and Use: OBD4Everyone Ep.16 

Hey Jake Sterhner, Wow... Thanks for your kind words, you made my day!

Hey patbfd, Can you give me your top 3 topics you would like to see a video on?

OBD4Everyone you can start with the Ford's PATS system 4.0 V6 2009 Ranger.

Hey patbfd, Sorry, but I don't anyone that has a 09 Ranger :(

OBD4Everyone I believe the Ford's PATS system are the same on most models. Last year I had the PCM replaced because of a failure of the vehicle security system that was part of the PCM. Big Bucks! I only have 22,000 miles on the truck. I had a no crank, no start with the security light flashing. What’s the process of testing that system or can it not be tested? I have been a wrench turner all my life (68 yrs) this electronic control is all new to me, I have been trying to teach myself all I can. Speaking of “CAN” high & low module communications. 5 volt reference and powers & grounds.

Hey patfd, I wish I could help you, but I don't know anything about Ford's PATS system. But I do know that the FORScan app is designed just for Fords & Mazdas. Here is a link on PATS programming using FORscan: forscan.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=839 Good luck and please let me know your progress.

Hey sirlucid, That's good news! Is yours a 2007 or 2008?

@@OBD4Everyone Mine is a 2006. (DE revup engine) 2007-2008 have the HR. followed your instructions to a tee and it worked perfect. I did download the year specific enhanced diagnostics for $9.99. Thanks again!

Hey aymenoo almtowaq, Thanks for your kind words on the channel! To answer your question "is it safe to use while driving", that's difficult for me to answer. After testing on my Infiniti G37 everything seems to operate fine. BUT I have no idea on other cars. Some ECUs can have problems when trying to control the operation of a car and also operate in the enhanced diagnostics mode. You could find a large parking lot (or some other place with a large open area) and test it yourself. OR if you don't want to take a chance, only use the enhanced diagnostics while parked.

Hey Young John, Thanks! I believe OBD Fusion is working to add more vehicles to the enhanced diagnostics.

Hey Ian Whitis, I agree. Right now OBD Fusion is my favourite OBD app. It is always being updated, runs well and has good technical support. Have fun!

OBDFusion and OBDLink are the same app, but OBDLink is free and only works with OBDLink devices. As for a list of active PIDs for each Nissan model, I don't have anything like that... I don't even have a list for my own Nissan. If you want to find out what PIDs are active for you car, you could data log all PIDs for each module and then review the logs. Some of the PID descriptions are difficult to understand. Most of them are described in the factory shop manual in the EC section. You can download them for free at nico club dot com. Goo luck!

I would love to... however, since this is a self funded channel I have to be very careful in where the money is spent. It is easy to ask for what you would like.... but it cost money to pay for the device, then hours of testing, scripting, shooting and editing. As the channel grows, I will be able to do more. Until then, I will do what I can.

Hey juan macias, Well.... in this case YES! The ECU is the same for 2011 and 2012 G37s. My car is a 2011 and the 2012 plug in works great. Just make sure to change the year to 2012 by touching "Select" Have fun!

Hey Nicolas Langel, There is no app that I know of that can check for updates. The easiest way is to visit your dealer. If you want to do it yourself, you need special hardware and software that supports J2534-1 and a subscription to nissan-techinfo.com. This is not cheap! Most cars do have a steering wheel position sensor and the enhanced diagnostics should be able to read it. (It does on my G37) BUT the allowed spec allows it to be within 8 degrees, so that is not useful for your purpose. If you steering wheel is just off a little, you may want to check your tire pressure, one tire could be a little low. Generally a slightly tilted steering wheel is nothing to worry about.

Hey J Jack, You have a good eye! I don't know for sure, but I think OBDFusion and OBDLink are made by the same company, OC Tech.

I really happy to hear the video helped you fix your problem!! That is the main goal of this channel. As for the Titan idle, I don't know... my expertise is on the G35/G37/350z/370z. Sorry!

@@OBD4Everyone Fair enough my friend. Thanks again and keep up the great work!!

Mohammed Hnoosh, I haven't tried that yet so I don't know. You could ask the folks at OBD Fusion: obdsoftware.force.com/s/ to get the answer.

I think so, but that is the voltage read by the OBD device which seems to differ from the voltage reading the car gives.

Hey Raul L Calzadilla , Good question. The only thing I can think of is to contact OBDFusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/ Whenever I have contacted them, they have been very helpful. Pleas let me know what they say.

Hey Jack Turner, Thanks for your kind words! Off the top of my head, it sounds like a OBD scanner communication issue. I have not seen that issue and I use multiple OBD scanners with OBD Fusion. What scanner do you have? You could try contacting OBD Fusion tech support: obdsoftware.desk.com/

@@OBD4Everyone thanks for such a quick reply! It's just a cheap ELM one from Amazon link bellow. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CV74XZR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_XdzxCb7MM0XDX I might pick up one from a different seller and see what happens in that case. Thanks again for replying so fast :)

Hey Jack Turner, I have had good luck with the VeePeak wifi and BLE OBD scanners with my iPhone and Android tablet.

@@JackTurner154 which one did you get, does it support the BCM

Hey D Griffin, The options in the advanced diagnostics are vehicle specific and some may have a fault history or not have it. As far as I know on the Infiniti/Nissan advanced diagnostics, there is nothing there that shows any type of past fault history. Using OBDFusion's diagnostic report, on my 2011 Infiniti G37, it does show the number of miles/Km since the trouble code was cleared, but does not show the code, unless it is a permanent code that hasn't been cleared by the ECM yet.

I don't have any experience using this app on a Honda, so I won't be any help. You might want to contact OBD Fusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport

Since your vehicle is different than mine, it will have different networks available. Also, most Ford and Mazda have two different networks (HS and MS) that only the better scan tools can connect to both. (OBDlink MX+ is one of them and it can access all networks on my 2015 Mazda 3) Lower cost OBD devices can only connect to one unless they are modified.

@@OBD4Everyone - That makes sense then! :) I have ordered a MX+, and hopes I get more data out of the car - Thanks for your help! :)

If I had access to a Maxima, I would test it for you and let you know... But I don't :( From what I have seen on the enhanced diagnostics of OBD Fusion, they do a good job of covering all modules. You could always try to contact them and see: obdsoftware.force.com/s/

Hey PrzemoRBK, I think it will. I had a look on the product description on Amazon and it says it supports all OBD protocols and works with other OBD apps. (Dash Command The enhanced diagnostics add on uses he same protocol as when it connects to the car, BUT uses OBD service $21 and $22. What I find interesting is the Vgate looks a lot like the Carista OBD2 Bluetooth. They both have the same round plastic box. Please let me know how it turns out,

Good question! However I don't know the answer. One option is to spend the ~$15 on the enhanced diagnostics and say your Murano is a 2006. When the enhanced diagnostics first came out, they only had support for 2012 and up. My G37 is an 2011. I set my year to 2012 and had full diagnostics. Maybe that will work with your Murano. If not, loosing $15 isn't too bad. Good luck and let me know how you make out!

@@OBD4Everyone so what I had to do is uninstall the original software. reboot device and then redownload it and go through the initial setup as a 2006 and it worked from there . my only problem is that even with that enhanced software I can not do live data reading on my abs or at least that I know of . thanks for getting back and great channel man .

Crap... that's too bad. Thanks for your kind words on the channel!

Hi man. I kinda did the same thing on a 2004 Nissan Titan. I actually lied to the software by entering the year 2006 instead and it found my bad brake pressure sensor. I replaced both of them and the ABS, VDC, and Brake warnings went way, 4X4 works again as does the traction control. So the short answer may be a likely yes. :)

Yes and you can get them here: www.etools.org/OEMLicensing However I suspect you are hoping to find this for free and in that case I haven't ever come across that. Sometimes you find bits and pieces of mode $22 definitions via an online search, but I suspect you have already done that.

Hey Stuart Bodie, I am 99% sure you can display all tire pressures on a gauge in OBD Fusion. BUT since you can only connect to one "network" at a time, you might not be able to see PIDs from other networks. I can't test this for you, as my current wheels don't have the TPMS sensors. You could try contacting OBDFusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport There are usually quick to answer back.

@@OBD4Everyone I figured it out...works like a dream.

Hey Stuart Bodie, Wonderful, glad you got it working!

Not every engine issue has a code. Sometimes you need to troubleshoot the symptom. If you don't have heat, there is a problem/issue in the cooling system. I would suggest you look at the coolant temps. Maybe your thermostat isn't opening fully and restricting coolant flow to the rad, resulting in a hotter than normal temperature -or- your heater core is plugged.

It's possibly a thermostat issue. But look for leaks and also check you coolant level. You could just be very low on coolant, which would cause your over heating and no heat problems. Even if it looks like your coolant is full, you could have a trapped air pocket in the cooling system. Which could still give you the same symptoms, even though it appears full.

On the newer version of the app, I think you can them off. If you want the real answer, you can always contact OBDFusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport

Sorry, I don't know... I don't have access to any Lexus vehicles. You could try to contact OBDFusion support and see what they say: obdsoftware.my.site.com/s/contactsupport

That's odd... It does show on my Android tablet... On my device (app version 5.32.2) it was under Settings > Purchase extras > Mazda and shows Add ins from 1996 to 2021. You can always contact their support obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport Everytime I have, they are very good and fairly quick to answer.

No... It only allows you to READ data. It does not support any writing or correction of ECU data.

Hey TEFERA, That is a little odd. I think it would be best to contact OBD Fusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport

I don't think so... I've had my 2011 Infiniti add-on for about 2 years now. You could always check with OBDFusion tech support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/

No, when you pay for them, they belong to you as long as you keep your apple or android ID in tact. Also like myself, i have multiple ios devices so i paid on the tablet then I repeated the process(minus buying again) and rescanning the enhanced pids to my phone

I think your best bet is to contact OBDFusion support and ask them: obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport

Excellent question! There are 3 blue numbers at the top of each PID. They are min, average and max. The white number is the current value.

Hey Autodoc Store, Thanks! I really like how much additional information the enhanced diagnostics add on gives you.

@@OBD4Everyone I really like car diag tool and your channel.

Hey Autodoc Store, Thank you! I just had a quick look at your channel. You have some VERY nice diagnostic tools.

From what I see on my app, OBD Fusion enhanced diagnostics goes back as far as 2006. You should be good to go :)

Hey G Bouc, I think it does, but since I don't have access to a 2014 Altima, I really don't know for certain. BUT, you might want to ask the folks at OBD Fusion: obdsoftware.desk.com/customer/portal/emails/new and see what they say. Good Luck!

Thank You for the quick response. @@OBD4Everyone

Use torque pro, at least that's what I use for my Maxima 09. You have to use custom pid

@@gardenia1738 how do you access the cvt temp using iOS for this? Do you have the custom PID code/ reference you could share? In need of for my 2012 maxima. Can’t find an app to support only android for odb2..Any help would be greatly appreciate it and like you

OBDFusion sets up the live data by "network" If you can read data on "Network 1", you can't read "Network 2" Most likely this is due to a different method of getting the data (CAN bus vs ISO 9141) You can always contact their tech support and ask if there is any workaround.

@@OBD4Everyone ok thank you ..

Have you found the pid for oil temp in obd fusion? For the life of me can't find it for g37.i found it for Toyota, for BMW, bit not nissan..it's maddening lol. I know it's in there torque pro reads it ..

It is available with OBDFusion's $14 Enhanced diagnostic add-on. This also allow you to scan all modules and see live data on all modules.

Sorry, but as I am in North America, I have not idea what is possible on a Vauxhall. Also, this is not my software.... I am just a fan of what they offer.

Hey Ryan Schweitz, Excellent question! The emission components are always being tested to make sure they are functioning. Some are tested all the time and other are only tested during a very specific way of warm up and driving. These are called "non-continuous monitors" In your case, your non-continuous catalyst test (aka monitor) has not run to completion. If you google your year, make and model of car, you should be able to find the way you need to drive (aka drive cycle) for the monitor to run. Generally, the catalyst monitors are fairly easy to get to run.

Hey Ryan Walker, I don't know, my car has a manual transmission, so can't test it. BUT, I will try to scan a 2018 Maxima and verify that it is there over the week end.

Well that was interesting.... After scanning the network on the Maxima, I didn't see an TCM (transmission control module). I will scan it again, but it won't be for a few weeks.

I really appreciate you looking. I reached out to the obd fusion folks, and they confirmed support for cvt temp, so I purchased the app and the 2015 Nissan addon. Sure enough, I can now monitor my cvt fluid temp. I haven’t been able to find a pid for the deterioration date as listed in the cvtz50 android app. I again reached out to the fusion guys, and he wasn’t sure either. This pid stuff seems like secret stuff. Not sure how cvtz50 dev got ahold of what fusion hasn’t. Anyway, keep up the great series!

Hey Ryan Walker, Thanks for the update on this. What module did the CVT temp show up in? The standard PIDs are all documented and Wikipedia has a nice list. The enhanced PIDs are manufacturer specific either purchased from the them (like OBD Fusion) or they are reversed engineered from other scan tools. So, they are typically not easy to find.

Hey Ryan, Thanks for the screenshot... I know know it is under "Network F"

No idea, as I don't have access to that vehicle to test. You could try contacting OBD Fusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/ In the past they have been very helpful with my questions.

Hey hjalsadah, I think OBDFusion with the Enhanced diagnostic add-on will be able to display the distance from each sensor or the 4 rear sensors. Later today I will verify this on my 2011 G37 and get back to you.

@@OBD4Everyone I bought the OBDLink MX+ based on your review but haven't had any luck with the parking sensors. Did you have any luck yourself?

Hey hjalsadah, I did the test the next day, but I couldn't remember who or where the question was asked. - Sorry! I had no luck. The OBDFusion app with enhanced diagnostic does show a "sonar & ranging" (or something like that) but didn't show any sensors, or any PIDs. Then I dug up the wiring diagram and found out those sensors are connected to a control module that is not on the CAN bus, but the much older K-line network. I think that may explain why OBDFusion can't see it, but the dealer using a Consult 3 can see it. So, I don't think OBDFusion can help you resolve with your issue.

@@OBD4Everyone Wow!! Thank you for your effort, I appreciate it. Maybe you can get a video idea out of this ordeal: What you can and can't do with obd2 scanners.

Hey hjalsadah, That's an interesting idea, let me look into that :)

If you are looking for a free database for all manufactures, it doesn't exist. If you want to purchase them: www.etools.org/OEMLicensing

I have used Fixd, Bluedriver and OBD Fusion. Fixd and Bluedriver are more for people who are new to cars. They give you their best guess what the issue may be. OBDFusion is more for people who have a good understanding of how an engine works and provides A LOT of data to help you decide where to troubleshoot. A future episode will compare them and show strength and weaknesses of each.

Yes, that is a good one to know. On some cars (like my G37) it doesn't show any tire pressures, and when you have a tire low on air, you need to check them all.

I mostly work on Mazda, Subaru and Nissan/Infiniti, so I am not very knowledgeable on Honda apps and I don't know of any.

Hey Phillip Buslon, I really can't answer that question, as I don't know what vehicle you are asking about. It can read automatic transmission oil temp on my 2010 Altima and 2011 G37.

Hey Pale Moon, Good question! However, since I don't own a hybrid vehicle, I have no idea. BUT you can contact OBDFusion support (obdsoftware.force.com/s/contactsupport) and find out. Good Luck!

Hey James Dean Cooper, I would think so... It works on my 3 year old Samsung Tab A. You could also go to OBDFusion's support page and double check: obdsoftware.force.com/s/

Hey Tomislav Nikolić, That is a difficult question to answer as it depends on how much the engine computer (ECU) changed for the new model. As far as I can tell, most of the engines from the older generation are used in the 2007+ Mazda 6, so there is a good chance that it may work. I think a better option is to have a look at FORScan: forscan.org/home.html It is designed to work with almost all Ford, Lincoln and Mazda vehicles. It is available for iOS, Android and Windows. In looking at the website, it looks like it supports the Mazda 6 from 2002 - present. I have used it on a 2015 Mazda 3 with my iPad and it worked well.

OBD4Everyone Unfortunately, I already bought the application .. Forscan. I'm going to take the year 2006 as extendet, since that vehicle was produced and in the this year. You recommend another app, so do you have unpleasant experiences with Mazda and Fusion apo?

Hey Tomislav Nikolić, I am little confused. Is your Mazda 6 a 2007? I recommended FORScan, as it is a dedicated Ford/Mazda app and works well on all Fords and Mazdas. OBD Fusion also works well with my 2015 Mazda 3 and my 2011 Infiniti G37.

OBD4Everyone hahaha .. Made in 2007 but this is the last year when it was produced and this year the new Mazda 6 model was released.

Hey Tomislav Nikolić, I understand now :) I would use the year of the car and I suspect OBD Fusion will figure out the rest. Please let me know how you make out.

Not at this time... for some reason it doesn't support any Subarus.

Hey Luis Gonzalez, Sorry, but no. It can only show data from the TPMS module.

OBD4Everyone thanks for the quick reply

Hey Abo-razi Al-q, Many have asked that! However, since my vehicle has a manual transmission I can't show automatic transmission temperatures. :)

No, the enhanced add-on doesn't support Peugeot vehicles.

@@OBD4Everyone thanks for getting back to me, so helpful!

Anytime... I wish I had a better answer :)

Hey 2gttalon, Not really, as it doesn't have specific device tests or the ability to turn items on/off. BUT it could be used to verify communications with it and view the status of switches (door open / closed)

@@OBD4Everyone Could you show what the extended bcm parameters on obd fusion do for your infiniti G37 ? May be a tool I invest in for other reasons but very curious what it will tell you in that secion.

Hey 2gttalon, I went out to my car to document what OBDFusion shows for the BCM... There are just over 200 items shown on 16 pages, so I stopped. If you want an idea of what they are, do an online search for your G37 factory shop manual, open up the BCM section and search for the "ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION" The BCM items are listed out over 5 pages. I didn't check to make sure every single one is in OBDfusion, but the 5 I checked were there. :)

Christian Omenyi Jr, I am not sure... The engine computers (ECUs) can change a little every year. I think your best bet is to ask OBD Fusion: obdsoftware.desk.com/customer/portal/emails/new and see what they say.

Hey D Griffen, What year, make and model of car do you have?

My wife’s 4Runner (my most recent OBD party) is a 2004 with a 4.0 V6. 2wd SR5 sport. However we have a family of Toyota vehicles so anything we can do on the 4runner Tacoma Tundra Prius Corolla Camry deserves subscribers and likes!! 🤩 🙂🙃🙂

Hey D Griffen, Cars and trucks made before 2008 don't have a standardized OBD system (CAN bus) and the manufacture decided how modules communicate. Since your vehicle is a 2004 that might be why you don't see the engine control module. You can always contact OBDFusion support: obdsoftware.force.com/s/ and ask them. Good Luck!

Thank you so much, you are very knowledgeable. I am communicating with OBD Fusion on a regular basis. Here’s a response I received from them, if I may: There is an SAE PID that allows you to see 'Distance traveled since DTCs cleared'. However, this would apply to the emissions-related codes that cause the MIL to activate and not other codes. Unfortunately, I'm not seeing PIDs for the other items you are requesting in our enhanced database. We are limited by the PIDs that we receive from the manufacturer, and these do not include these items. I'm sorry that I don't have better news! I was inquiring about miles driven since last trouble code was cleared, and which code it was. Very helpful when purchasing used car from private party. I wonder if the information I seek isn’t available on cars that predate 2008, I think that’s what we are seeing here? Thank you so much for your dedication to our questions. We appreciate you very much!! We are always looking for other ways to show support besides like and subscribe and bang the bell. Let us know what we can do for you, please. Most of us have cameras, too! We are looking forward to your new videos. God Bless

Hey D Griffen, I think your conclusion is correct, before CAN bus was mandated (2008) things were a little all over the place and the manufacturer could do a lot or very little. Since 2008, there is are mandatory PIDs that must be supported. I know I am a little behind on new content... My e-learning company (SpurGear.ca) has required all my time (which is good!!) but the downside is no new content. I should have a few new episodes out by the end of next month. As for answering questions, I have learned a lot by researching them to be able to answer accurately. (hopefully!!) Thanks for your comment!

Hey Infigure, Since there is no fuel pressure sensor, the engine computer doesn't know the actual pressure. It just assumes it is at the factory spec of 52 PSI and will use the air/fuel sensors to trim the fuel to keep it on target. The only way to measure fuel pressure it to install a "fuel tap" (like this one: cj-motorsports.com/products/fuel-tap-npt-2-bolt) and add a pressure gauge or sensor. On a future episode on my other channel Motorvate DIY (ru-vid.com), I will be adding a fuel tap (the one above) and a pressure sensor to show how to check the fuel pressure and to see how much the fuel pressure changes for different driving conditions. It should be very interesting!

It would be nice, but for some reason it isn't offered.