OBDII scanner/ EAS kicker for 2001 P38

[PeterH]

Can anyone point me in the right direction as to the best way to go with an OBDII scanner tool or Rovacom lite/ similar type of unit.
I've been having a bit of a look and there seems to be a few options available.
I see certain scanners do not do everything, I want to be able to diagnose any errors and also reset my eas should the need arise.
Has anyone had experience with these units and can you recommend any good ones?
I also see there is software available to use with your existing lap top, maybe this is more cost effective?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts, Cheers, Pete.

[Hoges]

Search RangeRovers.net • Index page for EAS software and download from storey wilson's site. Make a serial patch cable (or buy one), mount the s/w on a windows laptop or a PDA running windows CE and you can make the EAS perform any way you want...within reason...

an ElmScan 327 OBDII with digimoto software works well on identifying common trouble codes, but not necessarily LR specific ones.

If you want to get really involved and be able to clear all faults then go to Blackbox solutions... the present exchange rate makes their no frills offering very attractive for the P38...

[PaulP38a]

The FaultMate MSV2 Nano from Blackbox Solutions comes up from time to time on eBay through RPI Engineering in the UK. I picked up mine a few months ago for AUD1000 delivered to my door when the exchange rate wasn't so good.

If you go for one of these, and I certainly recommend them, make sure it comes with the software/licences for the P38A.

You'll need a a laptop with a serial port or a good quality USB-to-serial converter cable. Their Vehicle Explorer software works best under Windows XP and does not like Internet Explorer 8.

Cheers, Paul.

[PeterH]

Thanks for the replies, will make for some good homework.
What does the Faultmate MSV2 nano do and is it very hard to use?
Cheers , Pete.

[Hoges]

Blackbox Solutions Ltd. Downloads Page

[PaulP38a]

Thanks for the replies, will make for some good homework.
What does the Faultmate MSV2 nano do and is it very hard to use?
Cheers , Pete.

Pretty easy to use... just plug in the OBDII cable to the port under the glovebox and run the Vehicle Explorer software on your laptop. The help is good and the support forum on the BBS website is very useful, with the BBS staff usually very quick to respond.

I'm not a big fan of using the MSV-2 to adjust EAS height settings, as I believe EASunlock does this quicker and simpler. However, for reading and clearing faults, the MSV2 and Vehicle Explorer is hard to beat for a keen amatuer such as me.

Cheers, Paul.

[gharriott]

Search RangeRovers.net • Index page for EAS software and download from storey wilson's site. Make a serial patch cable (or buy one), mount the s/w on a windows laptop or a PDA running windows CE and you can make the EAS perform any way you want...within reason...

an ElmScan 327 OBDII with digimoto software works well on identifying common trouble codes, but not necessarily LR specific ones.

If you want to get really involved and be able to clear all faults then go to Blackbox solutions... the present exchange rate makes their no frills offering very attractive for the P38...

Hi all,
I am new to this forum. I have a 95 P38a which I use mainly for towing my horsefloat. Is great to drive and apart from the brake issue has been hassle free. A couple of days ago I got an EAS fault and I am having trouble getting a cable to go to laptop. I was told Dick Smith would have the gear, they didn't said go to Jaycar... no luck there either, just a scanner that didn't work. Any suggestions where I can buy a cable or get one made would be most appreciated.

Regards,

Graham.

[PaulP38a]

Hi all,
I am new to this forum. I have a 95 P38a which I use mainly for towing my horsefloat. Is great to drive and apart from the brake issue has been hassle free. A couple of days ago I got an EAS fault and I am having trouble getting a cable to go to laptop. I was told Dick Smith would have the gear, they didn't said go to Jaycar... no luck there either, just a scanner that didn't work. Any suggestions where I can buy a cable or get one made would be most appreciated.

Regards,

Graham.

Hi Graham
ask Jaycar to get these bits in from their catalogue:
OBD II plug OBD II 16 Pin Connector - Jaycar Electronics

female 9-pin serial plug 9 Pin IP67 D-Sub Socket Connector - Jaycar Electronics

and a few metres of 9-way cable 9-way Computer Cable - Jaycar Electronics

If your laptop does not have a serial port, you will need a Serial to USB cable USB to DB9M RS-232 Converter - Jaycar Electronics

wiring pin-out for the OBDII to serial cable can be found here Range Rover P38a - EAS Cable

download Storey Wilson's excellent EASunlock software here Range Rover P38a - EAS Unlock Suite
(once you fix your EAS fault, remember to make a donation to Storey )

Perhaps also check-in with your local Land Rover Owner's Club to see if any P38A owners already have one they can loan to you while the parts come in for yours.

Cheers, Paul.

[gharriott]

Thanks Paul...Got onto another jaycar outlet that had everything....Now where it that soldering iron


Cheers,

Graham