Question 1

does it pick up abs codes

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I can confirm that this adapter WILL read (I haven't tried to clear yet) ABS codes on Ford (2001 Ranger 4.0L), using FordSysFree or MotorDataOBD Free (both Android). ABS codes are in the Cxxxx range. Mine picked up, correctly, C0034 - Front Right Wheel Speed Sensor Failure. While other adapters may be able to read these codes with other Android Apps, this ELM327 BAFX adapter does capture ABS codes for Ford. That is the only one I can confirm. Yes, FORScan for PC should also pick up these codes with this adapter. I have not tested Torque PRO, but I don't believe it will read ABS codes with this adapter.

Question 2

Does this work with Windows Phone 8?

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yes, I'm using Windows Phone 8 on Nokia 920 with OBDAutoDoctor application. You need to connect the PIC18F2480 via Bluetooth,  before starting an OBD2 scan tool application. On Windows Phone 8 only a few OBD2 app are available. OBDAutoDoctor is free but get only some information from the car. I just found how to unlock the pro version...It's a in-app purchase...click "..." at the bottom of the app to upgrade. The Pro version is available for $7.99.

Question 3

Will it read ABS codes?

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NO IT WONT  --- Uhhhh YES IT WILL!

I bought this to read my ABS so I know which sender is messed up!   Used all the typical apps recommended but no ABS data so I wrote to the factory and they confirmed it does not do the extended data!  So I pack it up to return but decide to look at software for a future Reader/Scanner and decide to test it with this unit from BAFX.  I downloaded Forscan Demo (there is a demo and a light version for $4.51).  I downloaded the demo and told it to go live (crippled) and I told my bluetooth to connect to the OBDII scanner.  In a few minutes the yellow lights started flowing and in a few I was able to list my Errors.

Sure enough,  there is was  ABS rear wheel sensor, no Signal!   This is an extended feature that this cheaper unit was not supoose to read!   Others here told me it won't read it, and the factory told me, but this unit with Forscan Light (I bought the demo) read it and worked flawlessly.   I don't know how or why, or even if this is one of a kind that I lucked out in getting, but this is doing the job of the $50 to $100 dollar reader/scanners.   I would technically try and explain it if I could,  but I can't.  I did verify my reading with a pro model from a repair shop and it was totally right!

If you don't want to spend a fortune on a reader/scanner that can get extended codes, this might work on vehicles other than my 2014 Ford Escape Titanium.  But needless to say, I'm not going to return this unit!   The FORSCAN DEMO or FORSCAN Light for $4.51 is somehow a factor because I tried most of the android apps and none of them found my ABS.  Not even the premier app TORQUE!

If you buy this based on my review, please let me know if it reads your ABS data.  It will show it as OK if nothing is wrong.  What a bargain!

Question 4

Can you keep this pluged in all the time?

Accepted Answer

Per "CarGuy" and others having squirrly issues - the issue is that (1) all of these scanners are SPONGES for data and (2) the ODB Protocol doesn't have any firewall or buffering.

So a cars ODB network may get overloaded and mis-behave with the scanner attached.

For my cars (newest is a 2004 Honda!) I have no issues leaving it in all the time.

Newer cars have a lot more going on and may not be able to handle the "data load" of the scanner tool while driving (and the car is generating lots more data).

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Brand Name	Bafx Products
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Item Dimensions L x W x H	2.75"L x 1.5"W x 1"H
Item Type Name	BAFX Products Bluetooth Diagnostic OBDII Reader/Scanner for Android Devices
Manufacturer	BAFX Products
Manufacturer Part Number	BAFX3127
Manufacturer Warranty Description	2 Years Parts + Labor
Model Number	BAFX3127
Operating System	Android Only
Power Source	Battery Powered
Screen Size	2.8 Inches
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for Android Phones ONLY - Wireless Bluetooth Diagnostic OBD2 Scanner Car Code Reader and Scan Tool for All 1996 & Newer Vehicles ELM327 Compatible OBDII

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