ScanGauge for Seneca

[LaMigra]

I bought ScanGauge D for the 2019 Seneca. While installing it, I found the Seneca's diagnostic connector does not fit either of the ScanGauge's plugs (9 pin J1938 and 6 pin J1708). I am thinking I may have bought the wrong unit. If you have a ScanGauge, which unit did you install or if you used the "D" how did you get the plug to fit the diagnostic connector?

[ChuckW]

If your port is green, call scan gauge and they will send you the correct connector free of charge. The green port is the new standard, but scan gauge has not caught up.

[LaMigra]

Thank you sir, your answer is appreciated.

[LaMigra]

I called Scangauge and the are sending the correct cable. Once again thank you.

[whporwil]

Thanks for posting this. I thought it was me doing something wrong. Called Scangage and their sending me a whole new unit, something about a program change and do have to return the unit I have in a prepaid envelop provided got mine 4 months ago for xmas, I do have to return the one I have in a prepaid envelop they provide, I'm putting in a 2017 Seneca.

Thanks again

[Oma/opa]

I have the scan gauge in my 2017 37TS mainly for MPG as the gas gauge is so far off. Watching Transmission Temp is also helpful

[Rustynuts]

Originally Posted by whporwil

Thanks for posting this. I thought it was me doing something wrong. Called Scangage and their sending me a whole new unit, something about a program change and do have to return the unit I have in a prepaid envelop provided got mine 4 months ago for xmas, I do have to return the one I have in a prepaid envelop they provide, I'm putting in a 2017 Seneca.

Thanks again

The same thing happened to me and they just sent a whole new unit with the current Firmware and cable. I had mentioned it on a post about the Scangauge for the later Senecas but want to mention it again, that it is best to get them direct from Scangauge.....it may cost a little bit more but you wont have the hassle of dealing with it not working.

[oldmanAZ]

Originally Posted by Oma/opa

I have the scan gauge in my 2017 37TS mainly for MPG as the gas gauge is so far off. Watching Transmission Temp is also helpful

Not a Seneca, but I've found the ScanGauge responds much faster than the my dash gauges:
My fan clutch failed in the middle of a long climb. The ScanGauge showed increasing temps almost immediately. I was pulled off on the shoulder of the road before the dash gauge registered any noticeable change. If not for the ScanGauge, I might have continued on that long grade and could have seriously overheated.

[201822j]

So I'm interpreting that the scan gauge connects into the engine management system to read out various engine data?

If so I have been using a Bluetooth sending unit (Plugs into ODBII) and free apps on my android phone. I have been using this setup on my car so I could get a more accurate temperature and other info not displayed. It's also works as a code reader with the ability to clear.

The Bluetooth unit costs under $20 with shipping and apps are free. I use it in the RV as well.

[Robbbyr]

Originally Posted by 201822j

So I'm interpreting that the scan gauge connects into the engine management system to read out various engine data?

If so I have been using a Bluetooth sending unit (Plugs into ODBII) and free apps on my android phone. I have been using this setup on my car so I could get a more accurate temperature and other info not displayed. It's also works as a code reader with the ability to clear.

The Bluetooth unit costs under $20 with shipping and apps are free. I use it in the RV as well.

For a "light truck" such as an E-450 with OBDII that will work, but the Freightliner does not have the same OBD port as your Ford. The ScanGauge is configured to tap into and interpret the Freightliner data network, I have not seen a device that uses Bluetooth and an app (yet) that will work on our Senecas.

[LaMigra]

Originally Posted by Rustynuts

The same thing happened to me and they just sent a whole new unit with the current Firmware and cable. I had mentioned it on a post about the Scangauge for the later Senecas but want to mention it again, that it is best to get them direct from Scangauge.....it may cost a little bit more but you wont have the hassle of dealing with it not working.

Scan gauge checked my unit and it had the correct firmware. Great customer service,

[groutman]

i just installed my scan gauge the cord had both style pugs on it

[LaMigra]

Got the correct plug from ScanGauge and finished the install. Fired it up and it is ready to go. Thanks everyone!!!!

[JJFRANCIS]

Originally Posted by Oma/opa

I have the scan gauge in my 2017 37TS mainly for MPG as the gas gauge is so far off. Watching Transmission Temp is also helpful

Roy.....what brand name and model scan gauge did you get? The fuel gauge on our 2017 TS is also inaccurate (VERY)!! Also, like to monitor transmission temp. Our 2007 Seneca 35GS had temp gauge, still wondering why no gauge in 2017. Thanks, Jesse

[Oma/opa]

Originally Posted by JJFRANCIS

Roy.....what brand name and model scan gauge did you get? The fuel gauge on our 2017 TS is also inaccurate (VERY)!! Also, like to monitor transmission temp. Our 2007 Seneca 35GS had temp gauge, still wondering why no gauge in 2017. Thanks, Jesse

Jesse
ScanGuage is the brand by Linear Logic, model is ScanGaugeD

[hammer55]

if I order the scangauge d it comes with the a green type 2 J1939 connector, is that the right one for my MH,

[AaronL]

Hope I’m not thread jacking but I have the scan gauge D for a 2014 Seneca and I’m not sure I’m using the fuel fill info correctly. It seems after filling both tanks and visibly see fuel level, my dash fuel gauge shows 3/4 tank. Damn, is the gauge THAT inaccurate?

I set tank capacity to 60 gal (reserve a little unusable fuel buffer) but I don’t see the tool showing me distance to empty? I’m sure I’m messing something up or missing a step.