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ScanGauge II 3-in-1 Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer with Customizable Display
Studio : Linear Logic
by Linear Logic
Brand : Linear Logic
Model : SG2
Release Date : 2006-05-15
Publisher : Linear Logic
Availability : Usually ships in 8 to 9 days and eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25.
Color : Black
EAN : 0788006004115
UPC : 788006004115
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 86 reviews)
List Price : $169.95
Our Price : $159.95
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Programmable 3-in-1 automotive trip computer, diagnostic scan tool, and up to 37 digital gauges in one (vehicle dependent)
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Watch fuel consumption, cost-per-mile, coolant temperature, engine speed, horsepower, and much more in real time
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Works on all 1996 or newer OBDII cars, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles
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Checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clears the codes, and can turn off the "Check Engine" light
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No tools required for installation, small size fits nearly anywhere in the vehicle
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Product Description |
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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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Marketadvisory.com |
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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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I purchased the ScanGauge II for my Mazda Miata because I missed certain gage functions from other cars. I programed the intake temperature as a proxy for outside temperature; voltage; instantaneous MPG and I haven't yet programmed average MPG. The programing for average MPG is explained, but the manual leaves a lot to be desired. Everything is explained, but the manual could be better organized. If the manual were better I'd rate the ScanGauge II a 5 star. Installation is very easy as all that is required is to find the OBDII connector and plug it in. There are two calibrations, for engine size and tank capacity and a calibration after your first fillup. Simple once you struggle through that manual. Once everything is in place the ScanGaugeII works as promised. Setting the display background color was very easy and its a good match for the Miata's red illumination. Again, a better organized manual and this would have been five stars. |
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Satisfied Customer |
I am very pleased with the comprehensive amount of information available. I recently bought a small motor home and was somewhat concerned with the mileage I would get, considering the cost of fuel now. When I first got the camper about 2 1/2 months ago I was getting between 11 and 11.5 MPG. After installing the ScanGauge II, I became more aware of my excess speed and lead foot takeoffs and am now averaging 14 to 15 miles MPG, just by staying within speed limits (55 MPH mostly) and more reasonable takeoffs. I've only had the Gauge for a short time, but so far it has been very reliable and easy to set up.
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Before the scan gauge I was able to get one tank at 35 mpg by changing my driving habits but then it started going back down to high 20's even though I thought I was still driving better. I didn't know why the variation so I bought the scan gauge. Now I can instantly see how my driving affects my mpg and know what works and what doesn't. I just filled up after my first full tank with the SGII and I got 41.8 mpg for the tank. Normally my fuel light will come on around 420 miles, this time I didn't fill up until 520 and the light still had not come on. I actually had 2 gallons left. The SGII will work great to help you achieve better fuel economy but you have to change your driving behavior. It is extremely easy to set up, I am a woman with no automotive skills/knowledge, and I had no problem. I even added a trip gauge to the display using the Xgauge feature so I can see the avg fe for the trip along with the current fe. This will pay for itself quickly at current gas prices. I highly recommend it. |
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cool, universal, usefull, informative. |
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I guess you will know before you read this if this is the product for you, cuz, its like it says. I think it is awsome to check my continuous mpg. I can see how much my a/c cost me, if its worth drafting a semi that isnt driving "smoothly" (it is not), hills and start ups are killers no matter what, coasting gets really high. Of course most of it is common sense, but it is great to see and know better descisions to make, like gradually slowing into the hill and coasting down or mildly accellerating for the next. I drive stick and it gets weird when you shift, but really, thats whats happening, your coasting and usually droping rpm. My car is a 2007 Matrix, and it pluged into a 1998 Ford Contour and it was automatic, good gas milage in coast but not as much. It was all plug and play, you can set up gas tank size and fill up points and stuff also change mph to kph and psi to somthin and farenheight to celcius also the colored background changes and dims. It has voltage and water temp, rpm (matches mine aprox.), speedometer (better than mine more like gps estamites). I admitt it can be redundant to have some options, but you can just pick another to watch, and a back up speedometer, tackometer, water temp, voltage, ect is neat. I dont have a problem and cant really test its abilities to help with codes and whatnot, but it seems acurate (choppy sampling) and beleive you could use it to troubleshoot and reset codes. I think it is a delight to have. Actually save me time too. I thought because my car sits at higher rpms at high speeds (above 50) it got way worse milage high up their, but I found if I play hills hitting 65mph and slowly ease back (by not compinsating for the hill) is maybe the best. I think this stuff should come stock on cars. Really, the computer and readings are all thier, this is just a basic iterface. but then again I would like to see back up manual window cranks just in case of rain even if its one handle that sits in the glove box for emergencies or when it becomes a pos. I know the dealers got better, but how many tens of thousands of dollars was it for their diagnostic tool. I really like this, but I thought I would like it anyway so I'm sure you know if you like it too. Or, like some others said just back off the gas (starts, coast, NO accelleration in hills, very constant throttle even a touch could be 10mpg!!!, no a/c sorry my fave too! I wonder if larger cars are less affected by a/c. Opening windows in my car wasnt much difference (only one all way). I want to plug this into more cars. Prius anyone? lol! Hummer? LOL ALOT! Hope this helped you, I thought it was fun even if you just take the tips and you know why I am in the right lane trying not to drive like a moron, but watching my gas. P.S. WATCH THE ROAD. Its really nice to watch others drive with it (although I have watched it while driving). Thanks Marketadvisory woooooo! |
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I have been able to increase the mileage on my '98 high mileage Ranger pickup from mid 17s all the time to mid 20s all the time now. No small deal. Other people I know who got one of these or something similar all seem to get about 10% better by some changes in driving behavior. It's human nature to see how well you can do. By watching some more engine parameters than just gas mileage, I am able to optimize shift points, speeds, etc. If you have a car that already has a capable trip computer, you probably won't need this, although this will give you far more information. The added benefit of reading and RESETTING check engine codes is a really big deal. I used several times, saving plenty of money. I agree the manual is ummmm, not so good, but like another reviewer said, you can download the manual.
There are lots of good reviews here to give you a decent feel for the device. All I add is, "GO FOR IT!" |
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