OBD ii Software & ELM327

ASt85 · Mar 18th, 2012, 10:46

Does any volvoforum.org.uk member have any experience of using "TOTAL OBD & ECU Auto Diagnostics™ (TOAD®)" software?

I recently bought myself an ELM327 ver1.5a - the supplied fee software is OK for code reads but, as with all freeware has limits re generic codes & etc.

I came across the Australian TOTAL OBD & ECU Auto Diagnostics™ (TOAD®) software which has make specific codes and capability to reset a range of values/reprogram ecu etc, when rummaging through what is available on the net for ELM327's and found
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/96-2012-BM...-/330699747261

which has a support base and forum at
http://www.totalcardiagnostics.com/s...gebase&_a=view

Any input would gratefully accepted before I buy this particular software, as I see it, one great advantage is that it was originally written for use in Australia, so avoids dodgy/interesting translations.

AlanG · Mar 2nd, 2014, 22:00

Did you try TOAD? It look like a very attractive option.

MickyG1982 · Mar 3rd, 2014, 22:04

Torque is a much better program if you own an android phone and a bluetooth reader. Plus it costs less than a fiver. Best app i ever bought for my phone and easily a far better buy than most dedicated readers!

ASt85 · Mar 4th, 2014, 08:10

Many thanks for the advice - the original post in this string was March 2012. Oddly a few weeks ago, having tried several different software Win based programs and android phone apps, I came to the conclusion that Torque Pro was one of the best, plus, as it runs on an android tablet, could also link to a bluetooth ELM327.
This gives a constant readout when the engine is running/car is driven and can also be configured to act as an Head Up Display - haven't actually got round to the HUD bit, but running on a 10inch Android tablet, straight screen use provides some very interesting data! Using HUD format should be really good, as it would provide an image in the field of vision without need to re-focus, which if a GPS dongle is also used or is on-board the android/win & etc device, will also give satnav in the same screen.

v40alex · Mar 4th, 2014, 12:40

Just don't forget to look where you're going

ASt85 · Mar 4th, 2014, 12:45

That's why I've put a front facing dashcam beside it!!!

v40alex · Mar 4th, 2014, 21:25

lol, that should do it

Mar 18th, 2012, 10:46	#1
ASt85 Premier Member Last Online: Today 08:37 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Walderslade....Kent	OBD ii Software & ELM327 Does any volvoforum.org.uk member have any experience of using "TOTAL OBD & ECU Auto Diagnostics™ (TOAD®)" software? I recently bought myself an ELM327 ver1.5a - the supplied fee software is OK for code reads but, as with all freeware has limits re generic codes & etc. I came across the Australian TOTAL OBD & ECU Auto Diagnostics™ (TOAD®) software which has make specific codes and capability to reset a range of values/reprogram ecu etc, when rummaging through what is available on the net for ELM327's and found http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/96-2012-BM...-/330699747261 which has a support base and forum at http://www.totalcardiagnostics.com/s...gebase&_a=view Any input would gratefully accepted before I buy this particular software, as I see it, one great advantage is that it was originally written for use in Australia, so avoids dodgy/interesting translations. __________________ The saddest moment is when the one who gave you the best memories....becomes a MEMORY V70 SE 2004 2.3L T5 Geartronic, C70 2005 2.0T Automatic, Sold 2.4l 20 Valve Automatic Torslander Sold 854 GLT 20v Auto

Mar 3rd, 2014, 22:04	#3
MickyG1982 Senior Member Last Online: Nov 20th, 2015 21:14 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lossiemouth	Torque is a much better program if you own an android phone and a bluetooth reader. Plus it costs less than a fiver. Best app i ever bought for my phone and easily a far better buy than most dedicated readers! __________________ Current: Ex Plod 2000 V70 2.5TDI Mk 2 Previous: 1999 V70 SE 2.4t Mk 1

Mar 4th, 2014, 08:10	#4
ASt85 Premier Member Last Online: Today 08:37 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Walderslade....Kent	Many thanks for the advice - the original post in this string was March 2012. Oddly a few weeks ago, having tried several different software Win based programs and android phone apps, I came to the conclusion that Torque Pro was one of the best, plus, as it runs on an android tablet, could also link to a bluetooth ELM327. This gives a constant readout when the engine is running/car is driven and can also be configured to act as an Head Up Display - haven't actually got round to the HUD bit, but running on a 10inch Android tablet, straight screen use provides some very interesting data! Using HUD format should be really good, as it would provide an image in the field of vision without need to re-focus, which if a GPS dongle is also used or is on-board the android/win & etc device, will also give satnav in the same screen. __________________ The saddest moment is when the one who gave you the best memories....becomes a MEMORY V70 SE 2004 2.3L T5 Geartronic, C70 2005 2.0T Automatic, Sold 2.4l 20 Valve Automatic Torslander Sold 854 GLT 20v Auto Last edited by ASt85; Mar 4th, 2014 at 10:42. Reason: spelling

Mar 4th, 2014, 12:40	#5
v40alex I do like a V40 Last Online: Dec 1st, 2018 19:03 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Surrey	Just don't forget to look where you're going __________________ Current: '02 V40 1.9TD, '02 V40 T4 Previous: '00 V40 1.9TD, '99 V40 1.9TD, '97 V40 2.0CDi, '87 240DL

Mar 4th, 2014, 12:45	#6
ASt85 Premier Member Last Online: Today 08:37 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Walderslade....Kent	What and spoil all the fun! That's why I've put a front facing dashcam beside it!!! __________________ The saddest moment is when the one who gave you the best memories....becomes a MEMORY V70 SE 2004 2.3L T5 Geartronic, C70 2005 2.0T Automatic, Sold 2.4l 20 Valve Automatic Torslander Sold 854 GLT 20v Auto

Mar 2nd, 2014, 22:00	#2
AlanG New Member Last Online: Feb 13th, 2017 15:53 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Wem	Did you try TOAD? It look like a very attractive option.

Mar 4th, 2014, 21:25	#7
v40alex I do like a V40 Last Online: Dec 1st, 2018 19:03 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Surrey	lol, that should do it __________________ Current: '02 V40 1.9TD, '02 V40 T4 Previous: '00 V40 1.9TD, '99 V40 1.9TD, '97 V40 2.0CDi, '87 240DL

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