Anyone using AutoEnginuity ODBII scanner?

Oops... I forgot that you said that you have a 2001. In that case, I agree with your statement above. I just have the generic AutoEnginuity (no toyota extras). It sounds like the extras would do you some good without constant access to a manual.

Poor guy having to live with Dial-up internet. I'm an IT guy so I would no doubt pull my hair out. (I get annoyed even if my circuit is down for an hour or so).

Around here in chicagoland, we have a service called Air-Baud. It is directional wireless internet for those out of range of DSL / Cable. If you haven't heard of it, you may want to look into it but I don't know if it is a nationwide service.

 

Does this work with the 2001 Prius?

 

I have been researching for a week now and I've come to the conclusion that AutoEnginuity is the best at this time when it comes to PC-based OBD-II scan tool. (Tip: Instead of buying directly online from them, I would buy it from eBay for an extra $50 savings. They sell the same thing on eBay, down to the software version-- this is confirmed.)

For those that want to know what it can do, here's a link to the Toyota enhanced option (extra $150, available only from their website-- not sold on eBay). When you open the link, click on each of the areas and you will see the specific sensors being monitored. If your Prius doesn't have that specific sensor, it's because Lexus or Scion or another Toyota model has it and it's using the same software:

Toyota Engine Module List

 

If you ask me what's my second option, I'll get the AutoXray AXR 4000. It has a different approach and may be for some. It uses a handheld scanner where most of the reading can be made. Data logged/collected can then be downloaded to a PC for further massaging. For quick readouts to medium-duty analysis, this is the way to go. For deep analysis and fine-tuning on live real-time data, AutoEnginuity wins for me.

Plus, I believe that AutoEnginuity is more comprehensive-- it covers more cars/options and sensors per brand. (AutoXray is about $100 cheaper (cpmpared with Toyota options and assuming I bought from eBay).

 

An article about scan tools and scopes...

AutoEnginuity | Digital Literacy Project

 

More about what it can do here..

OE-Level Coverage (Enhanced Interfaces)

I'm pulling the trigger today. This is going to be a fun tool to have.

 

Screen shots for 2007 Prius, don't forget to click "Next" on the upper right for more...

Screen Capture

 

Hello dear members,

I'm new here and I have Honda Accord Hybrid 2007.
I'm on my way to choose the right scantool-datalogger for my car which would read hybrid part of my car as well.
Right now I choose between AutoEnginuity and OTC Nemisys.
Do you have any "compare side-by-side" experience with them? How about their speed-performance? I know they both support CAN-bus. OTC is handheld one which is good as well.
There was one remark about SOMETHING what AutoEnginuity leaves in system registry file but author never bothered to explain. Any comments?
And what about customer support? One guy described OTC customer support as "pathetic".

 

I try to keep this thread up.
Disregarding the make of the car you own does anyone has experience with any of scan tools I mentioned?

 

I recently purchased an AutoEnginuity OBDII scanner and is really a greta tool. However, I'm trying to control the Water Pump but I'm getting an the following error:

Active command failure.
Please check your service information for correct operational requirement or support.

Attached is a screenshot. According to the service manual, having the IG(ON) should do it but nothing seems to work. I wrote AutoEnginuity but I haven't receive any response.

Have anyone got control over the water pump?

 

Problem was solved by Autoenginuty by a software update.

 

Sorry to dredge this up again, but I can't find any relevant recent posts.

Is the AutoEnginuity with Toyota expansion any good for the Prius (2004 model)?

Looking for ability to read and clear codes and also ability to control.


thanks
frank

 

See:

AutoEnginuity 9.1.1 report - Hybrid Car Forums

JeffD

 

thanks for the link Jeff.
Pity no data on the NHW20. Also doesn't answer any questions about what can be done (or not) with it with respect to control of systems.

 

Bob doesn't own a Gen II anymore (2004-2009).

I have an AutoEnginuity and an 05. I have found it to be very functional. It can read all systems, including hv battery, and actuate many devices on the car, such as hv battery fan and the pumps and valves in the cooling system. The only thing that I don't like is that it is restricted to communicating with 1 ECU at a time.

 

Is this much of a hindrance with maintenance/diagnostics?

Do you know of any other scanners that have at least the same functionality without spending $1000+?

 

I don't believe that he ever owned a Gen2.

JeffD

 

Ask Bob W., but probably only a slowdown for most diagnostics.

An outfit in New Zealand makes the Rennacs OBD2 scanner. It currently supports Gen1 (2001-2003) Prii hybrid functions. The should have new SW (PC, Tablet and some other computers) that supports the Gen2 in the Fall (Their hardware OBD2 interface claims to be already fully capable) and the Gen3 soon thereafter. The Rennacs is a low cost package if you only need SW for one or two car types.

JeffD

 

I think you're correct, he had a 2003 and a GenIII.

 

I browsed their website and couldn't see any reference to any Hybrid support, the only prius modules I could see that they mention they support are the engine, transmission, ABS and airbags. Have you any information further to this?