What is a OBD II reader?

[eslai]

Oh of course, with the 986 it would have had to have been ODB-2, but I was thinking that maybe the 987 is compliant with something newer. I have no idea.

[bolkar]

I am wondering, if it is possible to access that data with in-car computer(carputer?). I think it would be good to have the access to there.

Do you know anyone did a modification like that? I am thinking about other uses for incar PC, not gps, mp3s but some other useful stuff as well.

[mccarrm]

If you have a Check Enging Light and need to access the code(s) that are causing the problem, find an AutoZone and borrow their reader. I know,,,,I did this two days ago. You will have to put up a $170.00 deposit (plus tax), to borrow it. Some have suggested that you can ask people at AutoZone to read it for you, but according to CA laws, they are technically not allowed.
Anyway,,,,the entire check took 2 minutes. Once you have the codes, you can erase them with the reader. Then take the reader back and they will credit your card the full amount.
IF you drive the car to the store, you can do the check in the parking lot and return the reader immediately.
FYI, the adapter port is above the fuse box on the left!

Mike

[ukchris]

Originally Posted by bolkar

I am wondering, if it is possible to access that data with in-car computer(carputer?). I think it would be good to have the access to there.

Do you know anyone did a modification like that? I am thinking about other uses for incar PC, not gps, mp3s but some other useful stuff as well.

Bolkar, you can get OBD kits for a CarPC, have a look in the OBD forum at www.mp3car.com I have a PC permanently installed in my car, I don't do OBD with it just MP3's, GPS and live car tracking soon.