Finally: Bluetooth diagnostics/logging for the B4

[Filip_FIN]

This looks very nice ! Thanks for sharing

[newsh]

Looks great!

[RichLV]

Now I need to throw my iPhone into the bin...

[EspenW]

Looks good apart from I read on YouTube something about needing credits?is that correct? Ruins the the thing if you have to pay again everytime you use it

The credits are basically for one touch coding features., which really only applies to the newer cars (program taillights, etc). You can still code without using credits, but with the multiple step method (like you have to when using Vagcom).
Check this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tesklrp019E
Note that you can get free credits as well.

For the B4s, credits only applies if you have the basic version and want to watch live data, as live data is a Pro only feature, but by using credits (in this case 5 credits), you can watch them with the free basic app as well.
You can get 5 or 6 free credits per day just by clicking on an ad, so it only takes a few seconds. Pretty much the same system as many other free apps with ads and paid apps w/o ads, but here you decide yourself if you want to see the ad (and get free credits). Works well.

[hunker7]

This is great, thanks for sharing

[Michael S2]

This sounds excellent. Thanks for posting

[spink]

Looks good apart from I read on YouTube something about needing credits?is that correct? Ruins the the thing if you have to pay again everytime you use it

[EspenW]

Looks great.
Unfortunately iPhone version looks to be a while away, if at all.. http://obdeleven.proboards.com/thread/430/ios-version

Yep, IOS is likely some time away, and might not happen.
However, Android based devices like basic phones and tablets can be bought dirt cheap.
My main phone is Windows based (pathetic when it comes to available apps) HTC, so I use an old (but great) Sony Xperia with the OBDeleven.

[mouse]

Looks great.
Unfortunately iPhone version looks to be a while away, if at all.. http://obdeleven.proboards.com/thread/430/ios-version

[EspenW]

I have used Vagcom since 2001 or so and love it, but I have been spoiled by the Bluetooth based solutions for the OBD2 protocols in the post 1996 cars as it only takes an inexpensive BT dongle in the diagnostics port and a free app for your phone in order to see live values, etc for the OBD2 cars.

On our B4s, we have to drag out the laptop in order to use Vagcom, and for logging, I would have the cable come out through the bonnet and in through the window.

In other words, I have been on the lookout for a Bluetooth solution for the B4s.

Enter obdeleven.
FINALLY a Bluetooth solution that works with our pre OBD2 cars:
www.obdeleven.com

The BT dongle is approx. 30 quid including shipping and the basic version app is free. Pro version (more helpful for the newer cars) is around 50 pounds.
Note: only Android at the moment.

We need a 2x2 adapter, but they are only a couple of quid on Ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VAG-COM-Audi...oAAOSwHMJYLpW8
Can be purchased inexpensively from obdeleven as well.

For those familiar with Vagcom, obdeleven has most of the features that we know from that (fault codes, basic settings, programming, etc), so much more than standard OBD2 stuff.

The RS2 is in winter hibernation until March or so, but I'm looking forward to seeing live data on my phone for timing, IAT, etc.

I have tested it (w/o starting the engine, and it works great!)
See pics below:

Live data (engine not running):


Dongle and 2x2 adapter:



Fault codes:


Protocol and engine info: