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(Message started by: Spannerdemon on May 10^th, 2006, 12:01pm)

Title: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Spannerdemon on May 10^th, 2006, 12:01pm

Despite reading the information about OBD's on this site

http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/obd2a.htm

I'm a bit confused as to what information I can get from my own car (Ultima 2.9 12v).

Can somebody explain just what I need, and how I can then read and interpret the information. I understand from reading the site, that OBD2 isn't suitable for this model, is that correct?

Also what hardware/software do I need, if any is available.

Thanks in anticipation. :)

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by fordcos on May 10^th, 2006, 1:20pm

hi you can get a code reader from halfords. gunsons obd1 3 pin code reader for ford.

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Snoopy on May 10^th, 2006, 5:59pm

You are quite correct but here are some of the codes for the 12v star codes (http://www.troublecodes.net/Ford/)

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by john_smiffy on May 10^th, 2006, 6:09pm

snoopy

could not get your link to work

press here (http://www.troublecodes.net/Ford/)

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Spannerdemon on May 10^th, 2006, 8:02pm

So the Serial connector that I have in the coin tray is no use to me? The gunson tester mentions a three pin connection??

I've had a look for this Gunson tester without success.

Even more confused, but thanks for your efforts to help me. Maybe I'm just a silly old sod!! ;D

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by john_smiffy on May 10^th, 2006, 8:12pm

look here on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORD-MONDEO-ESCORT-GRANADA-SIERRA-FAULT-CODE-READER-3_W0QQitemZ8026256441QQcategoryZ30921QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Spannerdemon on May 10^th, 2006, 8:32pm

OK Looks good. Thank you.

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Snoopy on May 10^th, 2006, 8:52pm

YES you use the OBD connector in the coin try ... It is possible to build your own star tester and I do have a source of blank OBD plugs if you want ..... Star Code Reader (http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/star.htm)

But I do understand that it is still pssible to use the diagnostic plug in the engine bay but cannot confim this . There is one on the nearside inner wing near the battery.
Blanks are obtainable from HERE (http://www.skpang.co.uk/catalog/)

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by fordcos on May 12^th, 2006, 8:43am

where do you live i have one i no longer use

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by bizzay1 on May 12^th, 2006, 11:18am

http://www.auteltech.com/code1.htm

this is what I bought off of fleabay for less than £30 delivered from the states, I have found it a good addition for the price

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Snoopy on May 12^th, 2006, 8:42pm

BIZZAY You cannot use that one on a 12v . The 12v 2.9 is NOT OBD ll Compliant ...

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by bizzay1 on May 12^th, 2006, 10:23pm

on 05/12/06 at 20:42:47, Snoopy wrote:

BIZZAY You cannot use that one on a 12v . The 12v 2.9 is NOT OBD ll Compliant ...

ahhh live & learn ehh :)

Title: Re: Scan on Ultima 2.9 12v?
Post by Spannerdemon on May 13^th, 2006, 9:37pm

Looking at all the suggestions here, I think I'm going to leave well alone for the time being.

Car is running fine, and I have worries about disturbing for disturbing's sake if you get my meaning.

Thanks for all the advice. Fordcos, Thanks for your offer, but i live many miles from you, in sunny Torquay.