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FaytalsCamaro · 12-27-2012, 06:32 PM

Just a quick question. Just got mine in today and was wondering if I could keep the scanner plugged in or do I have to take it out every time. Thing is awesome btw

GaBoy25 · 12-27-2012, 06:35 PM

I leave mine in the truck all the time with 2 batteries though. I couldn't imagine it being a problem with the small LEDs. Can't draw much power

2SS45th · 12-27-2012, 07:14 PM

I've got a handheld plugged into my STi 24/7, it drained my battery once, but it was on for 10 days while I was on vacation. I usually drive it everyday, but it has gone 3 pr 4 days without issue.

Angrybird 12 · 12-27-2012, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by FaytalsCamaro

Just a quick question. Just got mine in today and was wondering if I could keep the scanner plugged in or do I have to take it out every time. Thing is awesome btw

If you get the OnStar monthly reports then it will show errors if something is plugged into the port when they try to get the information. It happened to me three months in a row.

Rhyder · 12-27-2012, 07:20 PM

Ive had a micro ODB2 plugged in for like 4 months now, never take it out, never had an issue...and I've not driven my car for several days at a time.

I dont think the LED stays on all the time, even if it did its so minor a draw, the one on your dash when you lock it probably pulls more than the ODB2 ever thought to......

Iam Broke · 12-27-2012, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

If you get the OnStar monthly reports then it will show errors if something is plugged into the port when they try to get the information. It happened to me three months in a row.

Ditto.

BigPopa71 · 12-27-2012, 08:41 PM

Sometimes I take it out and sometimes it sits in for a few days. Its really up to you.

horizon670 · 12-28-2012, 06:30 AM

I leave mine plugged in when I know I will use the car the next day.

It's not only the LEDs, it's the Bluethoot that uses more power looking for devices nearby.

CamaroSkooter · 12-28-2012, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

If you get the OnStar monthly reports then it will show errors if something is plugged into the port when they try to get the information. It happened to me three months in a row.

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Originally Posted by Iam Broke

Ditto.

I'm pretty sure that depends on which scanner you have plugged into the OBDII port.

I had one of these plugged into my car for a LONG time:

(ELM327 Bluetooth OBDII Scanner) - sold it to Doug (TAG UR IT)

And now I have one of these plugged into my car full-time:

(OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool)

And I have never had my Onstar diagnostic report indicate that something was wrong...

Cincy10SSRS · 12-28-2012, 09:28 AM

I have one of these great little multi-gauge scanners; it is plugged into the OBDII port all the time.

http://ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/TEN/product_demo.htm

Iam Broke · 12-28-2012, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

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And I have never had my Onstar diagnostic report indicate that something was wrong...

I was logging with HPTuners when it nabbed the Onstar report. Whole lotta yellow ! there. lol.

BBQdDude · 12-28-2012, 12:27 PM

No issues here with the elm327

Blues45th · 12-29-2012, 06:26 PM

I have elm 327 Bluetooth with torque app. Just got it today. Paid for upgrade version. Any tips or info.

05stram · 12-29-2012, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

I'm pretty sure that depends on which scanner you have plugged into the OBDII port.

I had one of these plugged into my car for a LONG time:

(ELM327 Bluetooth OBDII Scanner) - sold it to Doug (TAG UR IT)

And now I have one of these plugged into my car full-time:

(OBDLink MX Bluetooth Scan Tool)

And I have never had my Onstar diagnostic report indicate that something was wrong...

Why did you upgrade to the MX? Just curious I have the ELM 327 as well

12-27-2012, 06:32 PM	#1
FaytalsCamaro Distributor of Liquor Drives: My Wife Crazy Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,698	Torque app and obd2 scanner Just a quick question. Just got mine in today and was wondering if I could keep the scanner plugged in or do I have to take it out every time. Thing is awesome btw

12-27-2012, 07:14 PM	#3
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	I've got a handheld plugged into my STi 24/7, it drained my battery once, but it was on for 10 days while I was on vacation. I usually drive it everyday, but it has gone 3 pr 4 days without issue. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

12-28-2012, 09:28 AM	#10
Cincy10SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cincinnati area Posts: 1,522	I have one of these great little multi-gauge scanners; it is plugged into the OBDII port all the time. http://ultra-gauge.com/ultragauge/TEN/product_demo.htm __________________ Traded-in car: K&N Typhoon intake, JBA Shorty headers, Solo mid-pipes/hi-flow cats, GMPP Track Pack axle-back, Vmax ported TB, Billet Custom catch can, billet tensioner pulley, Hines Hex Vents, Z/TA rear spoiler, ProCustom headlight covers, Drake black/riveted quarter window covers, GM satin fuel door, chrome and brushed caps/covers under the hood, EmblemPros underhood bowtie & fuel rail "Camaro" plates, chrome "SS" door kick-panels, chrome trunk latch plate & strut rods, Street Scene lower grille ducts w/LED lights, front bowtie-delete, Yates Performance pedals, 35% tint, etc.

12-27-2012, 07:20 PM	#5
Rhyder Drives: 2012 45 Anniversary Vert Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: atlanta Posts: 2,511	Ive had a micro ODB2 plugged in for like 4 months now, never take it out, never had an issue...and I've not driven my car for several days at a time. I dont think the LED stays on all the time, even if it did its so minor a draw, the one on your dash when you lock it probably pulls more than the ODB2 ever thought to......

12-27-2012, 08:41 PM	#7
BigPopa71 Drives: Dark Knight Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Washington DC Posts: 569	Sometimes I take it out and sometimes it sits in for a few days. Its really up to you.

12-28-2012, 06:30 AM	#8
horizon670 Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro 2LT / RS / Auto Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rutherford, NJ Posts: 905 View My Garage	I leave mine plugged in when I know I will use the car the next day. It's not only the LEDs, it's the Bluethoot that uses more power looking for devices nearby.

12-28-2012, 12:27 PM	#12
BBQdDude Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Columbus, Oh Posts: 347	No issues here with the elm327

12-29-2012, 06:26 PM	#13
Blues45th ......................... Drives: 45th anniversary edition v6 3.6L Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Dunedin, Florida Posts: 920 View My Garage	I have elm 327 Bluetooth with torque app. Just got it today. Paid for upgrade version. Any tips or info.