scanguagII

MileHighCity · 08-30-2009, 11:12 PM

Thanks for the additional info. Those of you that installed one, where did you put the device (and where you able to hide the attached wire) so it wouldn't clutter up the dash?

Matt Herring · 08-31-2009, 01:46 AM

I keep mine directly on the top of the steering wheel base...with the back up against the instrument panel for support. You'll find the adhesive/velcro that is included with the kit is marginal but acceptable to keep it stuck to that area. I find this position allows me to casually glance down to the SGII while not looking too far away from the road. As you get used to glancing at the SGII you will become more comfortable with it but if you are using it to its max potential you will be glancing at it often!

I run the wire down the right side of the steering column and have it velcro tied as tight as possible near the OBDII sensor so it doesn't hang down to my throttle foot position. I usually adjust it about once a month to keep it tight.

MileHighCity · 08-31-2009, 11:02 PM

Thanks all for the information on the Scangauge and the best place to display.

LRKingII · 09-05-2009, 12:01 PM

OK i skimmed the PDF and didn't find what i was looking for.
Can the scan gauge show hrs on the ICE? Like on other type of rigs that show on a hr meter?

MileHighCity · 09-13-2009, 11:04 PM

Received my ScanguageII yesterday and installed today. Was a piece of cake to install -- so many functions/readings are available that will take me a while to learn how to use. Placed on the steering column like recommended. During the setup, changed the engine size to 2.4, fuel to Hybrid, gallons to 17. My initial thoughts are the MPH in the SGII reads at least 3-4 mph less then the speedometer at speeds below 45 ... it even reads less than the GPS which was 2 - 3 mph less than the speedo on the car at lower speeds. Haven't had time yet to make the adjustment in the SG system, but when I get time will adjust to match the GPS which I believe is the most accurate. Also noticed that the MPG reads higher than the car ... and in a previous post I already indicated that the car tank average was overstated, so the SG is probably even more overstated. Hopefully, after a couple of fillups and adjustments the MPG will get more accurate. Is this what others have experienced? Any tips to get the most out of the SGII?

Sphyrna · 09-14-2009, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by LRKingII

OK i skimmed the PDF and didn't find what i was looking for.
Can the scan gauge show hrs on the ICE? Like on other type of rigs that show on a hr meter?

I asked their tech support the same question and for now, no it won't track that. I had seen a post where it was claimed an xgage could be set upon the SG2 to see this, but I don't know if it resets every trip or keeps accumulating like a real hr meter.

acdii · 10-07-2009, 12:32 PM

Would this work on a non hybrid to get the same results? I would be interested in trying it in both my cars and my Diesel.

MileHighCity · 10-08-2009, 12:17 AM

Yes the scanguage will work with any auto that has the OBDII outlet -- which most newer cars do have. You can find more info ont he scangauge web site at ScanGaugeII - Trip Computers + Digital Gauges + Scan Tool. It also indicates it will work with a diesel.

acdii · 10-08-2009, 04:04 PM

I think I will get one, would be interesting to see what kind of mileage I can squeeze out of a V6 and a Diesel with it.

08-30-2009, 11:12 PM	#11
MileHighCity Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 10 My Car: Other Hybrid Model: N/A Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII Thanks for the additional info. Those of you that installed one, where did you put the device (and where you able to hide the attached wire) so it wouldn't clutter up the dash?

08-31-2009, 01:46 AM	#12
Matt Herring Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Andover, MA Posts: 362 My Car: 2009 Prius Model: N/A Package: No Package Thanks: 3 Thanked 42 Times in 35 Posts Friends: 9	Re: scanguagII I keep mine directly on the top of the steering wheel base...with the back up against the instrument panel for support. You'll find the adhesive/velcro that is included with the kit is marginal but acceptable to keep it stuck to that area. I find this position allows me to casually glance down to the SGII while not looking too far away from the road. As you get used to glancing at the SGII you will become more comfortable with it but if you are using it to its max potential you will be glancing at it often! I run the wire down the right side of the steering column and have it velcro tied as tight as possible near the OBDII sensor so it doesn't hang down to my throttle foot position. I usually adjust it about once a month to keep it tight. __________________ 76.0 mpg 2nd place Hybrid/Diesel Division at 2009 AMEC Economy Competition in Fonda, NY (104 mile run on 8/23/09) Best Tank (400+ miles): 66.0 mpg over 402.6 miles from 8/10-21/2009 My Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pi...?id=1268001941 My Twitter: http://twitter.com/bone1124 www.ecomodder.com

08-31-2009, 11:02 PM	#13
MileHighCity Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 10 My Car: Other Hybrid Model: N/A Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII Thanks all for the information on the Scangauge and the best place to display.

09-05-2009, 12:01 PM	#14
LRKingII Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 499 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: III Package: Navigation Thanks: 13 Thanked 59 Times in 50 Posts Friends: 1	Re: scanguagII OK i skimmed the PDF and didn't find what i was looking for. Can the scan gauge show hrs on the ICE? Like on other type of rigs that show on a hr meter?

09-13-2009, 11:04 PM	#15
MileHighCity Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 10 My Car: Other Hybrid Model: N/A Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII Received my ScanguageII yesterday and installed today. Was a piece of cake to install -- so many functions/readings are available that will take me a while to learn how to use. Placed on the steering column like recommended. During the setup, changed the engine size to 2.4, fuel to Hybrid, gallons to 17. My initial thoughts are the MPH in the SGII reads at least 3-4 mph less then the speedometer at speeds below 45 ... it even reads less than the GPS which was 2 - 3 mph less than the speedo on the car at lower speeds. Haven't had time yet to make the adjustment in the SG system, but when I get time will adjust to match the GPS which I believe is the most accurate. Also noticed that the MPG reads higher than the car ... and in a previous post I already indicated that the car tank average was overstated, so the SG is probably even more overstated. Hopefully, after a couple of fillups and adjustments the MPG will get more accurate. Is this what others have experienced? Any tips to get the most out of the SGII?

10-07-2009, 12:32 PM	#17
acdii Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 591 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 12 Thanked 16 Times in 11 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII Would this work on a non hybrid to get the same results? I would be interested in trying it in both my cars and my Diesel.

10-08-2009, 12:17 AM	#18
MileHighCity Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 10 My Car: Other Hybrid Model: N/A Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII Yes the scanguage will work with any auto that has the OBDII outlet -- which most newer cars do have. You can find more info ont he scangauge web site at ScanGaugeII - Trip Computers + Digital Gauges + Scan Tool. It also indicates it will work with a diesel.

10-08-2009, 04:04 PM	#19
acdii Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 591 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 12 Thanked 16 Times in 11 Posts Friends: 0	Re: scanguagII I think I will get one, would be interesting to see what kind of mileage I can squeeze out of a V6 and a Diesel with it.