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Old 08-27-2008, 11:52 AM   #1
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Very cool technology....

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/26/g...vailable-2009/

As of 1996, the United States requires all new vehicles to come equipped with the OBD II on-board vehicle diagnostics system. The system utilizes an array of sensors to provide feedback on engine performance in order to aid mechanics with troubleshooting as well as maintain sufficient emissions levels. The large expense of readers and loggers has kept access to the system out of range for the majority of consumers, that is until more recently. These days electronics, such as small touch screen lcds, have become a reasonable option for data displays. The aftermarket industry has already taken the jump in releasing software that integrates OBDII output to visual digital displays. Nissan even includes a fine example of the technology in the GT-R. Now GM has developed its own performance display intended for use with ECOtec engines, specifically those of the turbocharged variety, and it will be a $295 dealer installed option beginning in 2009.

GM's Reconfigurable Performance Display can illustrate a wide range of data in gauge form, such as boost, battery voltage, air fuel ratio, cam phase angle, timing, barometric pressure and even torque and horsepower (the later two likely calculated based on other parameters). The device even includes a g-sensor, so no need for hacking your Wiimote to do the job. Traction control can also be enabled and disabled through the screen, along with shift lights for individual gears. Check out the gallery below for various screen shots. While it is apparent that the display is marketed towards Chevrolet Cobalt SS and HHR SS owners, we also presume that Saturn Sky Redline and Solstice GXP owners will get the option. Unfortunately, there is no word yet on the performance display being available for the Chevy Camaro.
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Old 08-27-2008, 04:31 PM   #2
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Yeah, the Cobalt fanboys have been waiting for this little thing since the release of the new turbo Cobalt SS.
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Old 08-27-2008, 04:58 PM   #3
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The Aeroforce Interceptor gauge for GM obd2 cars does the same thing and more ...
It would be cool to see something like that come with a factory car it would almost be like having your own tech 2 scanner..
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Old 08-27-2008, 05:32 PM   #4
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so could this be put on 2008 models?
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Old 08-27-2008, 06:06 PM   #5
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kinda cool for those guys that benefit
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Old 08-27-2008, 08:02 PM   #6
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thats awesome that GM is doing this on an affordable car.... and nissans guna use it on the most expensive POS they make
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Old 08-29-2008, 03:20 PM   #7
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BMW is coming out with something simmilar. You can tune the car using a screen on the dash.
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