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Old 07-25-2015, 01:22 PM   #1
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Which one is recommended and why
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Old 07-25-2015, 02:04 PM   #2
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What are you looking to do? I bought a $100 Acton unit from Advanced Auto just to know what the code was and to clear it if need be, nothing more. I have seen the bluetooth ones on Amazon of late and they are also peaking my interest for the other info they give. But for me it was more to just read the coded.
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Old 07-27-2015, 07:03 PM   #3
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Which one is recommended and why
Many people have used the ScanGauge II with success, especially to help you know when to downshift, in order to reduce load on the engine (aka Lugging) by monitoring LOD, boost, and gallons consumed per hour while driving...as well as reading many (but not all) and clearing some (but not all) of the codes that might appear. That said, the SGII is older technology, with a smaller and simple LCD display, and some people like the more modern UltraGauge.

With the Sprinter, no standard/generic obdii code reader will be 100% accurate, as it makes use of the interface in a somewhat proprietary way. the code you might see could sometimes be misleading or be related to other codes you do not see at all.
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Old 07-27-2015, 07:11 PM   #4
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I have used a Scan Gauge II with three autos for about 4 years now. I use it for digital tach and speedometer on my current TV. If calibrated properly gives instantaneous readouts of MPG...
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Old 07-27-2015, 07:13 PM   #5
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or if you just want to read a code for you check engine light get a cheap one from Harbor Freight
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Old 07-27-2015, 07:18 PM   #6
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I used a scan gauge II on my two previous TVs ( 2500HD gassers) with great results. Just upgraded to Edge Insight CTS for the added capability needed for my 2500 Duramax. Lots of good info on what is going on while driving.
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Old 07-27-2015, 07:25 PM   #7
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ScanGuage II works great on my MBS.
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Old 07-31-2015, 04:36 PM   #8
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ScanGuage II works great on my MBS.
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Old 07-31-2015, 05:10 PM   #9
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Another less capable option, yet can still provide the basics is "Torque Pro" in the android play store. It monitors all your basics and is inexpensive with a Bluetooth adaptor from Amazon. Just thought I'd throw that out there. Good luck!
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I have the Ultragauge EM Plus. I looked at the Scan Gauge but the UltraGauge is half the price with a bigger and better display. It reads the same things. Works great. I got the suction cup windshield mount and it has been a good addition to the coach.
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Old 08-01-2015, 08:51 PM   #11
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Hey Phinias, why don't you try and take a little more time, and explain what your asking. The OBDII port is standard on all post 1996 vehicles. There is no. "recommended " one. It's standard post '96 model year.
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Another less capable option, yet can still provide the basics is "Torque Pro" in the android play store. It monitors all your basics and is inexpensive with a Bluetooth adaptor from Amazon. Just thought I'd throw that out there. Good luck!

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Old 08-02-2015, 10:42 AM   #13
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Hay still kicking. Knowledgeable people have told me that none will moniter Coolant Temp or Tranny Temp. i am trying to discover a OBD II can reach those codes on a 2014 MBS
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You are talking to the wrong knowledgeable people. My Edge insight CTS reads both as well as EGT, DEF level, Fuel pressure soot level and show when regen is occurring as well as many other important parameters
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Hay still kicking. Knowledgeable people have told me that none will moniter Coolant Temp or Tranny Temp. i am trying to discover a OBD II can reach those codes on a 2014 MBS
ScanGauge II will read coolant temp and any other parameter that is sent to OBDII
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Old 08-02-2015, 12:09 PM   #16
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Yep, but what I've been told is that MB ECU DOE NOT MAKE ALL INFO AVAILABLE. I hope that's not true
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I discussed this over breakfast this morning with a friend who owns an independent repair shop. M-B makes what is required within the realm of OBD-II regulations easily available to most "off the shelf" code readers.

But if a code it is not required in the OBD-II specification it may be a M-B proprietary code. In that case you will still see the code, or at least part of it, but will not get a definition on most code readers. The manufacture of his professional test set charges $1,500 annually for a M-B subscription to access all the possible OBD-II code definitions. Since he doesn't see many M-B's in his shop he doesn't have it installed.

I found a website that shows which codes are manufacture proprietary. See Here and scroll down for how codes are broken down at the high level.
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Old 08-02-2015, 12:56 PM   #18
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OK, with that being said, do any Sprinter owners have setup that displays coolant and tranny temps?
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Old 08-10-2015, 10:20 AM   #19
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Hay still kicking. Knowledgeable people have told me that none will moniter Coolant Temp or Tranny Temp. i am trying to discover a OBD II can reach those codes on a 2014 MBS
Oh, well why didn't you say so. Why that's a horse of a different color. And horses eat "hay".

So, your asking about a scanner, not the port (OBD II) connection. Now I understand. Glad to see the other posters read into your code.
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ScanGuage II has coolant temp available and I have it displayed all the time. I have not found tranny temp but there could be an XGuage option to add it.
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