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quickiwe · 06-01-2013, 09:54 AM

I have a 2006 Damon Astoria 3679 and I'm looking into purchasing a scan tool to read codes. I would like to find where the OBDII diagnostic port is located before ordering it. Looked under the dash but have not found it yet so would like someone with a similar unit to tell me where it may be.
Thanks

450Donn · 06-01-2013, 10:41 AM

Generally the ODBII port is between the drivers legs under the front lip of the dash.
Do you have a smart phone? If so, go to Ebay and buy one of the bluetooth ODB dongles and then download Torque for Android. Besides reading codes it will give you all sorts of interesting information as you drive.

quickiwe · 06-01-2013, 11:59 AM

Well still looking for OBDII diagnostic port and found something else under there that would like to see if someone can tell me whats it for?

Skip426 · 06-01-2013, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by quickiwe

Well still looking for OBDII diagnostic port and found something else under there that would like to see if someone can tell me whats it for?

So you have a diesel and don't have OBDII. That is the diagnostic connector and you require different connectors, software.
Scan Gauge D for diesel is what I think you need. I'll double check the name .
Silver leaf is another popular set up , should be info somewhere in the forums, on connectors to a laptop and software availability.

Skip426 · 06-01-2013, 12:49 PM

Connector is a J1708/ or J1939 depending on year I'm guessing.
Scan Gauge D is a product of Linear Logic 1-800-433-5664 and available at Camping World and other RV retailers. I haven't looked for a web page. You may find a similar connector in your engine bay. Mine was wrapped up on top of the transmission.

quickiwe · 06-01-2013, 05:56 PM

Ok I looked into what you said and will try to understand if I really want this Scan Gauge D. It looks like there is alot of negative feedback and will continue to look to see what else is available . All I need is something to find codes when the engine light (cel) comes on . Thank you very much for all your help and I learned something today which is why I like this forum.
Thanks again

Skip426 · 06-01-2013, 06:04 PM

No problem, like I said there is a package available , connector for a laptop & software, same as what a Cat shop used on my rig, but the last time I saw anything about pricing the Silverleaf and Scan gauge were cheaper.