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ScanGauge II 3-in-1 Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer with Customizable Display Programmable 3-in-1 automotive trip computer, diagnostic scan tool, and up to 37 digital gauges in one (vehicle dependent) Watch fuel consumption, cost-per-mile, coolant temperature, engine speed, horsepower, and much more in real time Works on all 1996 or newer OBDII cars, including gas, diesel, propane and hybrid vehicles Checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clears the codes, and can turn off the “Check Engine” light No tools required for installation, small size fits nearly anywhere in the vehicle
Customer Review: I am in Geek Heaven!
Everything you could possibly want to know about your vehicle’s performance in in this box! This is by far the coolest geek toy I have got in a long time. I just bought a Ford Escape Hybrid and it didn’t come with the fancy graphic screen that monitors all the hybrid details, so the ScanGauge is perfect. I wanted to learn how to drive the hybrid in the most effective way to get the best possible gas mileage. The Gauge shows me the voltage and state of charge of the traction battery bank which is a huge asset for a hybrid vehicle. In hot weather I have set it to tell me when the air conditioner compressor is ON or OFF so I can decide when to turn it down or off to save energy.

While it is particularly useful for a hybrid, using the ScanGauge with ANY vehicle will help you learn how to drive more economically because it shows real time MPG and you can compare average MPG for trips for today and yesterday to see how you are going. Also $/mile or gallons per hour if you want, and many other educational data points. Basically you have to learn to drive as if there is an egg under the gas pedal! That and drive slower - like a geezer, and you will be surprised how much gas you can save!

Warning to the techno impaired - this thing requires some geek skills to set up and install - particularly for hybrids, as you have to program it to show the hybrid functions with lots of use of mode buttons - you have to enter multiple digit codes using 4 menu buttons. The manual is OK and walks you through the setup pretty well, but be prepared to spend an hour or so setting it up for the special features. You’ll also need to go on-line to find the special OBD codes for your particular vehicle.
Customer Review: Scan Gauge II - Awesome
As a 12 yr auto technician I am totally impressed with this item. It gives me at a glance any variable I want to know. I love the fact that it learns by variable (when you fill up you adjust the gallons used).
Very nice product for an exremely well suited price!

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