FTO AUSTRALIA

For some reason, my engine light and TCL light both come on at around the same time. They'll come on sometimes when I'm driving and will remain on until i stop and switch the car off.
If I come back later to drive it, they'll stay off for anywhere up to a couple of days... Then it returns...

for a tool you dont know your way around a car do you
take it and get the code checked every one on here will tell you that theres no way to tell whats the issue with out knowing what code it is

make your life easy http://ftoaustralia.com/v3/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=14667
might also want to have a light read of theses
http://www.ftoaustralia.com/downloads/

I'm trying to work out if you want to help me or be a pain in the arse...

As for not knowing my way around a car, I've actually ordered MUTII datalogging software and the correct interface cables, as I'm setting up a real-time data logging system via a carputer. The carputer will be a full custom build, with the software slightly customised to suit.

Basically, I'd like to be able to view all the 'vital signs' as they happen...

Thanks for the links, but I'd seen both of them. I was just hoping someone may have already encountered the exact same issue and resolved it, rather than checking the engine codes straight up.

It sounds like a sensor or connector but yes you will need to check error codes to correctly diagnose.

Yeah, thought that may be the case...

gotboost? wrote:I've actually ordered MUTII datalogging software and the correct interface cables,

Slightly OT

How much for this and where did you order it from?
Does this software just install on Windows?

Could be useful

Cheers.

The FTO uses a mash up of different protocols, it isn't straight OBD or OBD II, good luck

Hahahaha... Some people would say it's over the top, but I suppose I'd say I don't do things by halves. lol

I bought the EvoScan software and the MUTII to USB compatible cable.

Yes, it installs on Windows and allows you to make custom gauges, which can then be displayed on a monitor in the car.

Supplanter wrote:The FTO uses a mash up of different protocols, it isn't straight OBD or OBD II, good luck

I did the research prior to buying the gear and found that it has compatibility with the FTO, so it's all good.

so, care to share where you bought it from and how much?

From Evoscan: http://www.evoscan.com/

Think the kit's about $100 from memory.

A quick flick through the site will give you all the pricing details you need.

Plus, you can get a discount on the software if you purchase the cable at the same time.