OBD2 noob

**Static89** · 06-01-2009, 06:26 AM

ok. i have not started my car pc yet, im just doing research on what i want in it and finding out costs and such for now,

i want to check my car as im rolling in it, from what i understand i could buy this http://cgi.ebay.com.au/OBD2-OBDII-OB...3%3A1|294%3A50

and connect it to my future car pc, from what i understand i can use Centrafuse to view digital gauges along with gps and a rearview camera and music and movies,

Am i missing any sort of software that i may need?

Thank you for your help

**p2psmurf** · 06-01-2009, 08:48 AM

Not every vehicle equipped with an OBD2 connector will support the protocol.
So, which car or cars do you want to use it on? (Make, model, modelyear, engine, fueltype).
I assume you live in Australia.

**Static89** · 06-01-2009, 08:50 AM

i have a Holden commodore berlina V6 ecotech petrol made in november 97 and yes im in australia

**p2psmurf** · 06-01-2009, 09:49 AM

Very unlikely that this is compliant to OBD2.
I know Ford was selling F150's back in 2002 that were not compliant.
Find somebody with an OBD2 scanner and try if your vehicle communicates before spending any money.