Anybody here using the Torque app to read trans temp?

[Jewel or Jalopy]

I had an ELM327 adaptor and lost it, so I just ordered a new one. Of course I'm too impatient to just wait. LOL!

Does anybody know if you can read trans temps through the app?

We're going on a camping trip in a few months and I was thinking of using the app to monitor trans temps instead of adding a temp gauge.

Thanks!
Ian

 

[BirchyBoy]

Yes. I used the same setup for my '99 Yukon. You'll have to program the app with the GM-specific codes IIRC, or else load the GM program pack. It's pretty easy to do.

 

[afpj]

We have same setup with elm 327 and torque app. Mine came with 2 built in PIDs to choose from on the list, trams fl temp " GM method 1" or "2". I used both when I first set it up but they both had same reading. I have 2 other *** cars and can't get trans temp with that PID. 02 yuk.

 

[Jewel or Jalopy]

Thanks guys. Of course I forgot the damn adaptor but will try it when I get home.

 

[Mr.Jack]

Do you have the OBD reader connected all the time? Will it not drain the car battery?

 

[Jewel or Jalopy]

I don't, I move it from car to car and only use it when needed. It likely would drain the battery

 

[TheAutumnWind]

Do you have the OBD reader connected all the time? Will it not drain the car battery?

I have left mine installed for months. The amount of battery drain is extremely small.

 

[Mudfrog]

Mine didn't give the Trans temp, should it?

 

[iceworm]

Has anyone had any luck seeing the engine oil temp using the normal or GM extended pids? In my case, equipment is scantool MX and TorquePro. I just got it a bit ago and have not had a chance to connect to the Tahoe.

ice