Obd2 Elm327 Usb Driver

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This article will guide you how to install ELM327 USB cable/scanner on your Windows computer. It will then work with any OBD2 software and your car.

(If ELM327 USB isn't setup properly as per instructions below — then OBD software will not even detect the cable — let alone connect to the vehicle.)

Related Resources:

Guide for Installing ELM327 Bluetooth on Windows
Guide for Installing ELM327 WIFI on Windows

ELM327 USB Configuration - In this section only talk about the installation on computers with Windows OS. The USB version can be tested without a vehicle, because when it is connected to the USB port of the computer it receives enough power to operate, indicating this fact with the red led on.

  1. For Windows XP/7/8.1/10 (32/64 bit) For ELM327 USB Scanners with the CH340 Serial to USB Chip. If the FTDI, Silicon Labs or Prolific USB drivers do not work for your scanner, it's most likely you need this driver.
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  3. This article will guide you how to install ELM327 USB cable/scanner on your Windows computer. It will then work with any OBD2 software and your car. (If ELM327 USB isn't setup properly as per instructions below — then OBD software will not even detect the cable — let alone connect to the vehicle.).
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STEP 1: Download and Install Latest Tested ELM-327 Driver Files

(Cable should NOT be connected to your laptop yet. Only connect it when instructions say so.)

Windows XP, Vista, 7:

If you bought genuine ELM327 cable from Total Car Diagnostics — then you only need to install DRIVER PACK 3. After install — go straight to Step 2 to test if it's working.

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If you bought ELM327 cable from elsewhere (clones, eBay, other manufacturers) then install all Driver Packs below, because they cover widest range of chip makers..

  • DRIVER PACK 1
    Steps to install Driver Pack 1:
    • If you have 64-bit Windows, double-click on: CP210xVCPInstaller_x64
    • If you have 32-bit Windows, double-click on: CP210xVCPInstaller_x86

That's it!

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Go to Step 2 below to test if everything is working ok..

Windows 8, 10:

If you bought genuine ELM327 cable from Total Car Diagnostics here, then you only need to install DRIVER PACK 3. Then go straight to Step 2 to test it's working ok.

If you bought ELM327 cable from elsewhere (clones, eBay, other manufacturers) then install all Driver Packs below, because they cover widest range of chip makers..

  • DRIVER PACK 1
    Steps to install Driver Pack 1:
    • If you have 64-bit Windows, double-click on: CP210xVCPInstaller_x64
    • If you have 32-bit Windows, double-click on: CP210xVCPInstaller_x86
  • DRIVER PACK 4
  • DRIVER PACK 5 Most Important!
    Steps to install Driver Pack 5:
    1. Please FIRST move the unextracted folder to your Desktop, else below #2 step won't show 'Install' option.
    2. Right-click on 'ser2pl' (icon has a little gear pic in it) and choose 'Install', as per below pic:
    3. Connect ELM327 cable to your laptop. Then..
      Go to: Control Panel » System » Device Manager » Ports (COM & LPT)
      You will likely see a yellow mark next to 'Prolific', like this:
      Right-click on it » Update Driver Software
    4. Click 'Browse my computer for driver software'.
    5. Select 'Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer'.
    6. UNcheck 'Show compatible hardware'.
    7. Select: Prolific driver version 3.3.2.102
    8. Install. That's it! The yellow triangle next to 'Prolific..' should be gone.

That's it!

Go to Step 2 below to test if everything is working ok..

STEP 2: Test if ELM327 USB Cable is Installed Correctly

(You can now CONNECT your ELM327 USB cable to any port on the laptop.)

Ok, we're almost ready to start scanning your vehicle.

First, let's ensure that everything is working fine!

Here's how..

Windows Vista/7/8/10: Control Panel » System » Device Manager

Windows XP: Control Panel » System » 'Hardware' tab » Device Manager

Step 2: Expand 'Other Devices' and 'Ports (COM & LPT)'

Notice any device with any one of the following names:

  1. FT232R USB UART
  2. Prolific USB-to-Serial..
  3. USB Serial Port
  4. USB2.0-Serial
  5. Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge

NONE of above devices should have a yellow mark () next to them.

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If none of the above has a yellow mark, then congratulations! You're ready to begin scanning your car(s). Click here on how to connect to your car in the next 5 minutes..

If any one of above devices has a yellow mark, then:

  1. Right-click on that device » Uninstall
  2. Unplug cable
  3. Restart PC
  4. Download and unextract DRIVER PACK 6
  5. Double-click on 'InstallUSB' to install
  6. Connect cable to laptop. Yellow mark should now be gone. Success!
    If yellow mark is STILL not gone after doing 1-6 above, then do this:
    a) While cable is plugged in, right-click on device with the yellow mark.
    b) Click on: Update Driver Software
    c) Choose: Browser my computer for driver software
    d) Browse to and select folder where you unextracted Driver Pack 6. Make sure 'Include subfolders' is ticked ON.
    e) Click on: Next
    f) If you get RED warning, choose: Install this driver software anyway
    g) After it installs successfully, another yellow mark may appear under 'Other Device'. Eg:
    h) If g above is true, then do steps a-f for 'Unknown Device'. It may also show as 'COMx'.

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Even DRIVER PACK 6 didn't help? Then likely it's a 'Code 10 error' next to 'Prolific USB-to-Serial' device. Click here to fix that.

Even 'Code 10 error' fix didn't help and yellow mark () is STILL not gone? Go to Troubleshooting below.

How To Scan / Diagnose Any Car with OBD2 Software..

Step 1: Install your OBD2 software (if you don't have it — checkout TOAD OBD software). Do NOT launch it yet.

Step 2: Connect ELM327 USB to your computer and car's OBD port (usually underneat dashboard/steering wheel).

Step 3: Place the key in the ignition and turn it forward to 'ON' position. (Position where all dashboard lights are on. This is one position before engine starts.)

Step 4: Start your OBD diagnostic software. Click 'Connect', and it should auto-connect to your vehicle. That's it!

TIP: If you want maximum data reported from the car — turn on the engine.

Yes, you can safely drive the vehicle while ELM327 is plugged in and application is monitoring car's data. Keep eyes on the road at all times.

Troubleshooting: Solutions for ELM327 Connection Issues..

Common Solutions:

If you're unable to connect successfully to your car, then that's because of 2 reasons:

  1. Your vehicle is notOBD2 compatible. (This is reason in 99% of cases, which means you can only scan it at mechanic using their $2000 OBD1 scanners.)
  2. Random issues that can be fixed with below solutions..

Here are solutions in recommended order:

  1. First check that ELM327 is physically working (not defunct). When you plug in the cable into a USB port, all the lights on ELM327 interface/device should flash. And then it'll return to 1 red light (power).
    Condition of a defunct ELM327 interface: All lights will not initially flash, and only red light will be on.
  2. Restart computer (while keeping cable connected to laptop). Try again.
  3. Plug USB into different physical port of your computer. Try again.
  4. If all above solutions fail, then we will help you (only if you are Total Car Diagnostics customer). Here's all you need to do..

    Connect ELM327 USB cable into laptop. (Don't need to plug the other end to car)

    Step 1: Go to Control Panel.

    Windows Vista/7/8/10: Control Panel » System » Device Manager
    Windows XP: Control Panel » System » 'Hardware' tab » Device Manager

    Step 2: Expand 'Ports (COM & LPT)' and 'Other Devices'.

    Step 3: Take picture of the screen (Press 'Print Screen' key on the keyboard then paste into any graphics program. Or take shot with camera/phone.)

    Step 4:Contact us and attach the picture.

Free Software To Test If ELM327 is Working with Windows and Vehicle..

Step 1: Install EasyOBD. Do not launch it until Step 4 below.

Step 2: Connect ELM327 USB cable to laptop and car.

Step 3: Turn on car ignition. (One step before engine turns on)

Step 4: Launch EasyOBD. It will automatically connect.

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If first 3 lines are GREEN (as per below pic) — then ELM327/Windows is 100% installed correctly! In which case, click here on how to connect to your car in the next 5 minutes using proper OBD-II software..

If first 3 lines are not GREEN — refer to Common Solutions above.

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First 3 green lines means your ELM327 cable/Windows is properly installed.

Resources:
  • ELM327 AT Commands: List of commands you can manually type into OBD software terminal.

Scan performed on 4/26/2017, Computer: SAMSUN R710 - Windows 7 64 bit

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Outdated or Corrupted drivers:8/21

Device/DriverStatusStatus DescriptionUpdated By Scanner
Motherboards
Intel(R) Xeon(R) E5 v2/Core i7 Broadcast Registers - 0EC9Up To Date and Functioning
Mice And Touchpads
WheelMouse USB Advanced Wheel MouseUp To Date and Functioning
ELAN PS/2 Compatible MouseCorrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Microsoft MICROSOFT SERIAL MOUSE 2.1ACorrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Usb Devices
ASMedia USB Root HubUp To Date and Functioning
Intel(R) Xeon(R) processor E3-1200 v3/4th Gen Core processor PCI Express x8 Controller - 0C05Up To Date and Functioning
Canon Ondersteuning voor USB-afdrukkenUp To Date and Functioning
Sound Cards And Media Devices
Advanced Micro Devices High Definition-audioapparaatCorrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Microsoft Cinema - Microsoft LifeCam.Corrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Network Cards
Samsung SAMSUNG Mobile USB Serial Port (COM9)Corrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Keyboards
Microsoft HID KeyboardUp To Date and Functioning
Hard Disk Controller
VIA Standard Dual Channel PCI IDE ControllerUp To Date and Functioning
Others
Nokia Nokia E52 USB LCIFUp To Date and Functioning
Realtek Semiconduct Realtek PCIE CardReaderUp To Date and Functioning
Intel Intel(r) AIM External Flat Panel Driver 7Up To Date and Functioning
Cameras, Webcams And Scanners
USB2.0 PC CAMERA Periferica video USBCorrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Video Cards
Intel(R) HD Graphics 4000Up To Date and Functioning
Input Devices
Logitech USB-HID (Human Interface Device)Up To Date and Functioning
Port Devices
LG LGE Bluetooth TransPort (COM5)Up To Date and Functioning
Monitors
Sony Digital Flat Panel (1024x768)Corrupted By Elm327 Usb Interface
Mobile Phones And Portable Devices
Acer NOKIAOutdated