For Abarth 595 owners seeking to enhance their driving experience and closely monitor their vehicle’s performance, the CANchecked OBD2 MFD15 GEN 2 display offers a state-of-the-art solution. This innovative gauge seamlessly integrates into your Abarth 595, providing real-time access to crucial engine data via the OBD2 port, and offering expandability with external sensors.
The CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 isn’t just an ordinary OBD2 gauge; it’s a comprehensive digital display engineered to deliver unparalleled insight into your Abarth 595’s vital statistics. Whether you’re a performance enthusiast, track day aficionado, or simply want to keep a closer eye on your engine’s health, this device is the perfect upgrade.
CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2: Next-Level OBD2 Monitoring for Your Abarth 595
The second generation of CANchecked displays takes OBD2 monitoring to a new level with enhanced features and user-friendly design:
- Wireless Connectivity: Configure your display effortlessly via WLAN using your smartphone. Customize widgets, sensors, and display settings with ease.
- Intuitive Controls: Two side buttons integrated directly into the display bezel eliminate the need for external knobs, ensuring a clean and streamlined installation. Swipe functionality further enhances user interaction.
- Enhanced Visuals: Experience improved graphics with superior anti-aliasing for crisp and clear data visualization. Widgets are now more precisely adjustable, allowing for tailored data presentation.
- Smart Warning System: New pop-up warning functions immediately alert you to critical parameter deviations, ensuring you’re always informed of your engine’s status.
- Expanded Sensor Inputs: Six analog inputs, increased from four in the previous generation, provide greater flexibility for connecting external sensors.
- Optional Data Logging: Record valuable driving data directly to your smartphone for later analysis and performance tracking.
- Customizable CAN Bus Protocol: Utilize freely definable CAN Bus protocols (TRI files), similar to the MFD28/32, for advanced users and specific ECU integrations.
- CAN Bus Switching/Analog Forwarding: Enables advanced control unit integration for specific applications.
Unlocking Your Abarth 595’s Data Potential with OBD2
The CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 leverages your Abarth 595’s OBD2 (On-Board Diagnostics II) system to access a wealth of engine data directly from the ECU (Engine Control Unit). By tapping into the CAN bus network using manufacturer-specific protocols, this display retrieves information with optimized speed and accuracy.
This user-friendly instrument features a vibrant OLED screen, ensuring excellent readability even in direct sunlight – crucial for performance driving and everyday use. Its standard 52mm (2.0″) diameter and slim 12.5mm depth make it compatible with a wide range of gauge pods and mounting solutions. The included vehicle-specific bezel is designed to integrate seamlessly with your Abarth 595’s interior, maintaining the functionality of the ventilation system.
Operation is simplified with two push buttons, and for those who prefer a rotary knob, it’s available as an optional accessory. The MFD15 is compatible with all ECUs that output OBD2 data via CAN-Bus or UDS protocols, making it a versatile choice for Abarth 595 models. Furthermore, the six analog inputs transform it into a standalone multifunction display, capable of reading data from external sensors.
Key Features at a Glance: Abarth 595 OBD2 Gauge
- 1.5″ OLED Display in 52mm Diameter: Compact and universally sized for easy integration.
- Ultra-Slim 12.5mm Depth: Allows for installation in tight spaces.
- Seamless Integration: Vehicle-specific bezel ensures a factory-look fit within your Abarth 595’s ventilation panel.
- Configurable Display Windows: Up to 8 customizable display pages, configured via WLAN Connect and smartphone app.
- ECU Data via OBD2: Direct connection to your Abarth 595’s OBD2 port for real-time engine data.
- Extensive Sensor Support: Queries up to 64 sensors, mirroring manufacturer diagnostic tool capabilities.
- 6 Analog Inputs: Connect 0-5V sensors for parameters like oil pressure, fuel pressure, and exhaust gas temperature.
- Simultaneous Data Display: Show up to 6 sensor readings per display window.
- Integrated Shift Light/Warning Light: Visual alerts for performance and critical parameters; optional external LED shift light available.
- Customizable Warning Thresholds: Set minimum and maximum values with pop-up warnings.
- OBD2, UDS, and Analog Sensor Compatibility: Versatile connectivity options.
- Online Logging Function: Record and analyze driving data.
- Performance Meter: Measure acceleration times (e.g., 0-60 mph, 60-120 mph, etc.).
- Automatic Brightness Adjustment: Syncs with your vehicle’s instrument panel lighting for optimal visibility day and night.
Visualize Your Abarth 595’s Performance: Customizable Views and Widgets
Tailor the CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 to your exact preferences with its highly customizable display options:
- 8 Freely Configurable Pages: Organize your data across multiple screens for easy access.
- Up to 6 Widgets Per Page: Display a wealth of information on each screen.
- Versatile Widget Selection: Choose from digital numbers, bar graphs, speedometers, single pointers, logs, tables, images, and more.
- Drag-and-Drop Widget Adjustment: Effortlessly reposition and resize widgets for optimal layout.
- Widget Color Customization: Adjust colors based on widget type for enhanced visual clarity.
Comprehensive ECU Support and Data Access for Abarth 595 OBD2
The CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 is designed for broad compatibility, supporting ECUs with CAN Bus, OBD2 output via CAN Bus, and UDS protocols. It adheres to ISO 11898-2 and SAE J2284 standards. It can query up to 64 sensors, depending on manufacturer support, accessing both broadcast data and OBD2 query data via CAN Bus (11bit/29bit). UDS protocols are also supported.
Out-of-the-box compatibility includes:
- OBD2 – 11bit/29bit
Extensive Data Parameters:
By default, the MFD15 GEN 2 comes pre-loaded with TRI files defining a wide array of sensor data, including:
- Temperatures: Exhaust gas temperature, coolant temperature, oil temperature, intake air temperature, ambient temperature, fuel temperature, DSG temperature.
- Pressures: Boost pressure, atmospheric pressure, fuel pressure, pre-supply fuel pump pressure.
- Lambda/Air-Fuel Ratio: Lambda value, injection duration, short-term fuel trim, long-term fuel trim.
- Driver Dynamics: Brake pressure, vehicle speed, throttle position/accelerator pedal position.
- Other Parameters: Engine speed, ignition timing advance, gear selection, battery voltage, cylinder-specific ignition retard.
- Analog Inputs: Expand your monitoring capabilities with external sensors for oil temperature, fuel pressure, oil pressure, exhaust gas temperature, ethanol content (Flex Fuel), and more.
Available parameters may vary depending on your specific Abarth 595 model and ECU configuration.
Performance Monitoring and Data Logging: Track Your Abarth 595’s Limits
Utilize the integrated performance meter to measure acceleration times and gain insights into your Abarth 595’s performance. The online logging function provides easy access to recorded data for analysis and performance improvements.
Plug & Play Installation: Seamless Integration into Your Abarth 595
CANchecked displays are engineered for straightforward installation. The vehicle-specific adapter rings ensure a precise fit into your Abarth 595’s interior, integrating seamlessly with the ventilation system without compromising airflow.
Expandable Functionality: Grow with Your Abarth 595 Modifications
The six analog inputs provide expandability, allowing you to monitor sensors and devices from various manufacturers. Future software licenses will unlock further integration options, such as ethanol fuel systems. CANchecked supports both linear 0-5V and NTC sensors. Pre-configured TRI files for CANchecked sensors simplify connection and setup.
CANchecked offers a range of compatible sensors, including:
- CC22902 Fluid Temperature Sensor
- CC22901 Pressure Sensor M10x1 0-10 Bar (145psi)
- CC22900 Pressure Sensor 0-5.5bar (80psi)
- Generic Type-K Thermocouple Converter 0-1250°C
Personalized Display Experience: Your Data, Your Way
Customize the start screen and choose from a variety of widgets to create a display that perfectly reflects your needs and preferences. Navigate effortlessly between up to eight display pages using the side buttons or the optional rotary knob. For even deeper customization, use WLAN Connect and your smartphone to personalize graphics, sensors, and widget layouts.
What’s Included: Abarth 595 OBD2 Display Kit
- CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 Display
- Vehicle-Specific Adapter Bracket for Vent Pod
- OBD2 Adapter Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Plug B (6 pin)
- Plug C (12 pin)
- 20cm Pre-Crimped Connection Cables
- Crimp Pins
- Two 1K Resistors
Optional Accessories to Enhance Your Setup
- CC22501 Shift Knob (Optional rotary knob for alternative control)
- Wide Range of Sensors (Oil/water temperature, boost pressure, oil/fuel pressure, etc.)
- Vehicle-Specific Integrations (Further mounting and integration solutions)
Installation instructions, if available, can be found on the TurboZentrum or CANchecked websites.
Technical Specifications:
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
- Power Supply: 12V (5V optional)
FAQ: Common Questions About the CANchecked MFD15 GEN 2 for Abarth 595
Will the Display heat up in the air vent?
No, the display is designed with heat protection to prevent overheating from the ventilation system.
Will the Air Vent still work with the display installed?
Yes, CANchecked bezels are designed to maintain airflow through specially designed channels, ensuring ventilation functionality is retained.
Can I change the appearance of the display, units, and scales?
Absolutely! Widget packs and custom graphic uploads allow for complete personalization of the display’s appearance.
Can I use analog inputs?
Yes, the MFD15 GEN 2 features 6 analog inputs, expandable with optional connectors, for reading data from external pressure, temperature, ethanol content, and other sensors.
What ECU Data can CANchecked Access?
The display comes pre-configured with TRI files for a wide range of common engine parameters (temperatures, pressures, lambda, etc.). Missing values can be easily added.
Can I customize the boost gauge graphics?
Yes, the CANchecked Display Setup Software allows you to upload custom graphics in BMP format to match your Abarth 595’s aesthetics.
TurboZentrum offers CANchecked vehicle-specific displays for a wide range of car models. Explore our online shop for more options and contact us for custom requests.
