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Old 04-28-2015, 02:38 AM   #370
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Originally Posted by dave- View Post
Yeah I suspect it was bad connection, though I always do a read first and that was fine. Possibly the port/pins are damaged from constantly unplugging a scangauge and connecting a BT dongle or tactrix at the track to collect data. Haven't tried a write since but logging has been fine.
I use a short obd extension cable for this reason and leave thet plugged in all the time so i dont wear out port on car.

even better buy one with an inbuilt switch

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UR5XBMW/"]Amazon.com: OBD 2 16pin Male to Female Right Angle Diagnostic Extension Cable with Power Switch: Automotive[/ame]
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