Quick Compatibility Check

Check Manufacturing Year

US: 1996+
Europe: 2001+
Asia: 2008+

Locate OBD Port

16-pin connector
Under dashboard
Driver's side

Verify Protocol

OBD-II standard
Multiple protocols
Auto-detection

Regional Compatibility Standards

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United States & Canada

Mandate Date: January 1, 1996

Standard: OBD-II (SAE J1962)

Protocols: J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, ISO 9141-2, KWP2000, CAN

Fully Compatible
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European Union

Mandate Date: January 1, 2001

Standard: EOBD (European OBD)

Protocols: ISO 9141-2, KWP2000, CAN

Fully Compatible
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Asia Pacific

Mandate Date: 2008+ (varies by country)

Standard: OBD-II / EOBD equivalent

Protocols: ISO 9141-2, KWP2000, CAN

Mostly Compatible

Manufacturer Compatibility

American Brands

  • Ford
  • Chevrolet
  • Dodge
  • Chrysler
  • Cadillac
  • Buick
  • GMC
  • Lincoln

European Brands

  • BMW
  • Mercedes-Benz
  • Audi
  • Volkswagen
  • Volvo
  • Porsche
  • Jaguar
  • Land Rover

Japanese Brands

  • Toyota
  • Honda
  • Nissan
  • Mazda
  • Subaru
  • Mitsubishi
  • Lexus
  • Acura

Korean Brands

  • Hyundai
  • Kia
  • Genesis
  • Daewoo

Compatible Vehicle Types

Passenger Cars

Sedans, hatchbacks, coupes, and convertibles from all major manufacturers.

  • Engine diagnostics
  • Fuel consumption tracking
  • Emission monitoring
  • Performance analysis

SUVs & Crossovers

Sport utility vehicles and crossover vehicles with OBD-II support.

  • 4WD system monitoring
  • Towing capacity tracking
  • Off-road performance
  • Load monitoring

Light Trucks & Vans

Pickup trucks, delivery vans, and commercial light-duty vehicles.

  • Fleet management
  • Commercial diagnostics
  • Cargo monitoring
  • Route optimization

Hybrid Vehicles

Hybrid electric vehicles with traditional internal combustion engines.

  • Battery monitoring
  • Energy efficiency
  • Regenerative braking
  • Limited EV mode data

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my vehicle is older than the OBD-II mandate?

Do electric vehicles work with GeekOBD?

What about motorcycles and heavy-duty trucks?

How do I know which OBD protocol my vehicle uses?

Can I use GeekOBD on multiple vehicles?

What if GeekOBD doesn't work with my vehicle?

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