Will Techstream work with my existing OBD-2 link?

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  1. tvpierce

    tvpierce Senior Member

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    I have an OBD-2/USB link I've used for other cars.

    Can I use it with Techstream, or do I need to get a new Mini-VCI from eBay/Amazon?

    Thanks in advance.
     
    #1 tvpierce, May 15, 2015
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    You have nothing to loose by trying it. If it fails buy the VCI.

    John
     
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    OK. I'll give it a try and report back.

    Thanks!
     
    #3 tvpierce, May 17, 2015
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    Something often missed when setting up is on the opening page of Techstream. With the adapter connected go to setup then vim select. Then choose the adapter you are using. If your adapter is not shown it cannot be used. It does not need to be connected to the car for this step.

    John
     
    #4 Britprius, May 17, 2015
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    Has anyone tried using techstream with one of those Chinese Bluetooth ODB2 dongles?
     
    #5 Pinkbeetle, Nov 21, 2018
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    Actually not an off-shore one, but yes and DOES NOT SUPPORT.
     
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