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OBD2 Code reader connector V70-XC70 1998

I'm running a '98 V70 (of Canadian distribution)and would like to acquire an OBD code reader for it. I've been reading reference material off the Web, and need reassurance regarding the OBD connector pinout. Specifically, my info says that the ISO 9141-2 protocol puts "metallic contacts in pins 4,5,7,15,16". In my vehicle the pinout is 3,4,5,7,13,16. Not much variation, but just how critical is this aspect anyway? Since I read somewhere that OBD code readers are non-returnable (which constraint I'd be certain to verify before buying) I want to be sure to have the proper product in hand going out the door. Any comments - I'm especially interested in hearing from anyone who's got experience with the Canadian issue 1998 V (as in vanilla) 70. Any other comments regarding OBD readers would also be gratefully absorbed - I've also done due diligence with the search machine.

Thanks

gus_boy

'88 765 from new, 270K Km; '98 V70, acquired Spring '06 @ 160K Km, running well;
'78 264 from new, to another home two years ago, with some regret.








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800 1996, 900 and s/v 90 96 - 98, c70 97 - 98, s/v 40 97 - 98 and s/v 70 97 - 98.
These cars share the same obd connector and computer language, 1999 and up of all volvo modells are equipped with the same connection but different computer language, a obd reader to your modell does not fit 99 - up.

Claes








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Claes:
Thanks for the quick response. From what you say, it sounds to me that more recent issues of OBDs might not cover my vehicle ( pre- 1999 )? What I'd really like to have is a capability to turn off the Check Engine light, and wait for its return...I'm pretty certain that it latched as a response to a recent repair to the fuel line - my dealer sez to come in and have it checked, but it's really a distance and planning thing. If I can cancel the light and drive to the next inspection without the light coming on, it would save me and the repair shop boys some time. Any comments?

gus_boy.








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Forgot one thing. you can clear the light by lifting one of the cables off the battery for a few minutes. be sure to hve the code for the radio handy.

Claes








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Hi Gus_boy

On your modell you need a obdII tool of some kind to cancel the light, there are different kinds of tools out there if you are going to buy, pc based and regular tools with code readers only, i use the pc based vol-fcr to read and clear codes and service lights.
Your garage will probably take the same prise to clear the light as the prise for a good instrument. maybee somone in this forum live near you and has the tools to help you if you don`t want to buy your own instrument.
1999 and up you clear the service light with the button on the speedo.

Claes








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OBD2 Code reader connector V70-XC70 1998

Claes:
Thanks for the help. I think I'll head for the dealer next week and get the code read. Perhaps someone there can clarify the pinout disparity between my machine and the "OBD II Home Page" contact pattern to satisfy the ISO 9141 protocol - or not, depending on how they feel. We'll see. Funny though, I ran into the owner of a US model '98 V70 today, and the pattern in his vehicle's connector was identical to mine, so that question was answered. I'm wondering if the OBD readers which others have had success with are capable of determining the pinout in the connector and automatically switching the signal flow??

More info needed here.

gus_boy








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there are code readers that fitt all obd2 models 1996 and up but they are a bit expensive, found one here in sweden for about 300 usd.
on the positive side you wont have to upgrade when you change cars,will fitt the following protocols:
ISO15765-4 (CAN)
ISO14230-4 (KWP2000)( some car brands 1996-2005 use this)
ISO9141-2 (Chrysler 1996-, Europe 2000- och Asian cars 1996- )
J1850 VPW (General Motors f.m 1996-)
J1850 PWM (Am.Ford f.m 1996- )
list of makes and models http://www.orebrobildiagnos.se/SMS/OBM/OBD2.pdf
The readers name is ELMSCAN 5 and can be bought in sweden on this site:
http://www.orebrobildiagnos.se/detail.php?item_id=66

Maybe you can search for this one or something like this near you.

Don`t think i can help you more than this, sorry.

Claes








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Well some progress even if it doesn't sound like it. Thanks to those who commented on my question. I finally encountered some "truth in advertising", as I discovered a distributor's notes to the effect that a particular Code reader didn't read Volvo, as well as certain other European marques. This is the sort of thing which I'm looking for at the moment, because it affirms what I had feared, that they'll brag that the article fits all, but it ain't always the case. I guess I'd better head south (of the border) and prowl Bellingham awhile to follow up on advice to try and find an item among the loaners, that works; up here, most (of the few) service outlets aren't really into giving out free diagnostics or advice, and the rest have the dealership proprietary analyzers, which won't help me in my quest for a DiY's apparatus.
If I'm successful, I'll post it - there must be at least one other '98 V70 out there whose owner has the same aim as I, not to mention the same constraints in terms of cost.

gus_boy








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Here in sweden you can get a obd II cabel for 46 USD but then you need a laptop and software to use it.
In this link you will find a software that is free to download.

http://www.scantool.net/?mode=displaySoftware&software_id=39&category=ScanTool.net








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Thanks to all who responded to my queries. I finally bit the bullet and found an OBD reader on ebay ($20.00 + shipping - how can you lose) and ordered it up. Aside from having a pretty mean grip on the OBD plug, the unit powered up all right and read the system as clear. Next day I took the vehicle in for its AirCare inspection prior to renewing licence and insurance (British Columbia, y'know) and the vehicle passed with flying colo(u)rs; however, the inspection report listed several "monitors not set: Catalyst, Evaporative, Secondary Air"...and on and on.
For those of you in the know, would these 'monitors not set' be a function of the driving pattern required before an inspection of this nature, which I've heard and read about in this forum, or perhaps sensors which aren't working, or not passed on to the reader at the facility? Not a big issue, as we passed the inspection, but I'd like to know anyway. Haven't had the opportunity to run it past my advisors locally, but I'll get to that eventually, I guess.
As for the code reader itself,I'll test it further with the dreaded "Gas Cap Open" warning, and ensure that it really can read codes, and cancel the Check Engine light, and then relax until the next event

gus_boy








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Hello, I just want to say that the "Scanguage" I purchased a couple of years ago has worked fine on 1)my 1999 V70, 2)a 2002 S60, 3)a 1998 Ford Windstar, 4)a 1999 Jeep Cherokee, 5)a 1999 Saab 9-5 SE, 6) a 2002 Saab 9-5 Linear and several others I cannot bring to mind. The only wrinkle was with the 1999 Jeep. After accurately pulling a "bad oxygen sensor" code, the clearing function didn't work. I had to use the battery disconnect trick. The tool has been revised and was called the "Scanguage II" the last I knew. Ask them which protocols are included now. This is not a pro tool but it has made many people in New Jersey happy. Kira







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