Clunker

Hello,

Is there a program available where I can use my laptop and suitable cable to read a jap import WRX ecu ? If so who/where sell such kit ? Am able to do this with my 1.8T with VagCom.
Cheers

tweenierob

U can read without a laptop.

Rob

Clunker

Cheers,

How ?

tweenierob

Under the dash by the steering column are two black single spade connectors.
plug them together
switch on ign but dont start
The Check engine light will flash the number for the fault code.

See this site..
http://www.saxonfields.freeserve.co.uk/ScoobyPage/ECU Diag Page/dash

greasemonkey

Clunker, what model year of WRX do you have?

For an MY2000 and earlier (classic shape) car, you can read stored DTC codes via the method mentioned by Rob. If you want to read real-time data from the ECU, you will need something like DeltaDash.

If you have an MY01 onward car, you will need either DeltaDash, or an OBDII (ISO9141) compliant interface and software.

GariYaRally

I've had a look for the connectors on my 96 ra and they aren't there!!.... There's only a pair of green connectors..... go figure

Jolly Green Monster

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Search a little harder.. they are often taped back to the loom..

there should be a yellow select monitor plug, then two green and two blacks and I think there is an odd black on it's own.. not sure what that is for though.

JGM

Clunker

Thanks very much. Will try that asap.

dnb

JGM - I think it's the ABS or airbag diagnostic connector...

Real time data monitoring is possible in a pre MY97 Scoob, but it's a PITA to get it to work...

Jolly Green Monster

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dnb,

Cheers

Simon