What is OBD2 or OBD-II?
The 'OnBoard Diagnostics 2' port (OBD-II, OBDII, OBD2 for short) is a 16-pin socket/port found on cars and light trucks. Primarily used to check vehicle diagnostics with a scanner, they have also made it very convenient to power devices such as GPS trackers so that manual wiring is no longer required.
An OBD2 port/socket (left) and an OBD2 compatible GPS tracker (right).
An GPS tracker being plugged into a car OBD2 port.
Does my vehicle have an OBD2 port?
If your vehicle matches any of the below criteria then it will be OBD2 compliant and have the necessary port to plugin the tracker.
- Any petrol car or truck manufactured since 1996
- Any diesel car or truck manufactured from since 2000
If you vehicle is not one of the above just send us the year/make/model and we will let you know.
Where is the OBD2 port on my vehicle?
Usually the port will be underneath the dashboard, on the driver's side. If not check the passenger side and other areas around and below the dashboard. Occasionally it will be behind a removeable panel.
If you can't find the port on your vehicle check the user manual or get in touch with the vehicle year/make/model and we will help you out.