Obd port problem

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Jan 27, 2016 | 08:11 PM

sickws6

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Obd port problem

So never had problems connecting my scanner now it won't connect. I wiggle it a little to briefly get power to scanner but then it still won't connect. Any suggestions?

Jan 27, 2016 | 08:34 PM

dgi 07

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Check the pins. Probably spread to far.

Jan 27, 2016 | 09:24 PM

Alex_M

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Yep. If that doesn't clear it up then try spraying some electrical parts cleaner. Might be some corrosion that needs cleaning out.

Jan 28, 2016 | 08:32 AM

sickws6

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What do I need to do if the pins are spread out? Just straighten them or something.

Jan 28, 2016 | 09:35 AM

dgi 07

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sickws6

What do I need to do if the pins are spread out? Just straighten them or something.

Opposite actually. The pins on the OBD2 port are female. They need to be pushed back together. A long thin pick may work, or a pin terminal tool may work better.

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