Smartrak OBD II Installation

The OBD II plugs directly into the vehicle’s on-board diagnostics port.  A Smartrak authorised installer is not required to do this, however we do recommend that someone suitably familiar with the vehicle’s diagnostic system carries out the installation.

Depending on the location of the port, the device can be used by directly plugging the device into the OBD port. The device needs to be secure, and unobtrusive so there is no chance of accidentally knocking the device. Properly securing the device is important to avoid the device accidentally falling under the brake pedal which may cause an accident. Please note that securing the device is the customer's responsibility. 

The best way to install and secure the device is vehicle specific and it's hard to define a best way for every model/year. Generally speaking, the device should be placed out of the way so it cannot be accidentally knocked out of place by the driver or passenger. For that end, we can supply extension cables so the device can be placed away from the driver and hidden from view. Where the device is ultimately placed, it must be secured, and not in close proximity to any electrical cables. The use of cable ties and tape is recommended - the device needs to be rigid with the car body, not floating on any moving part.

Connecting the device to the vehicle:

• Find OBD II connector in your vehicle (See picture: Most common OBDII connector locations.).

• Before connecting the device to the OBD II socket, make sure that ≥3A fuse is present on OBD connector power supply

After installation please:

• Call the Smartrak Installer line at +64 7 857 0791 (NZ) or +61 3 9015 7990 (AU) to confirm and test that installation was successful (note you should be with the vehicle when you call. You will be required to identify the OBD-II device either by its serial number or name which will likely correspond to the vehicle’s registration/licence plate)

• Alternatively, you can check each install on the Smartrak map to ensure the device has been installed correctly and is sending data to the server.