Ecutalk Consult Interface

[NewKleer]

ECUTalk Consult Interface (Serial)

Group Buy Over - All cables are sold - there are no more.

So I got sidetracked from doing uni work a couple weeks ago when yet another person asked about the now antiquated DIY Consult Kit that I made a while ago now, and I routinely get asked whether there are any decent alternatives to the more expensive consult interfaces available. The DIY kit group buy finished at the start of last year, and since then I was working on the consult lcd display, which will make a second appearance in Q3 2007, after uni is over and done with (finally!).

So anyway, I made a surface mount/SMD (aka "small") circuit that will fit inside the grey DB9 serial connector (no box in cable or any other adaptors). Will come with proper consult plug. Check out the pics at the top of this post for a quick "mockup" cable I made. Cable length will be 200cm. Plugs into serial port (9 pin male) on your laptop (or serial sync cable + null modem adaptor for Pocket PC). I will have limited usb/serial converters available, +$20.

What is Consult?: Consult is a dianostic protocol in Nissan cars produced in the 90s that have a grey, 14 pin diagnostic connector (usually near fusebox, see pic below). Features include ability to read sensor values (afm, rpm, speed, coolant, o2, etc), trouble codes and active tests (eg shutting cylinder off), depending on which software you use. It should work on: R32 (~11/89+, find your 23710-xxxxx part number and i can confirm for you if you have 89 model), R33, R34, Z32, S13 (SR20 only), S14, S15, N14, N15. It will work on standard Nissan ECUs only, not aftermarket computers. No, it won't work on PowerFC (google fc datalogit). Should work fine with piggyback computers and remapped ECUs. Anyone with engine conversions should ensure the consult plug is there and connected properly. You can't change or remap your ECU via consult! You might read the initial ROM contents with consult, but thats about all it has to do with remapping (aside from monitoring/diagnosing issues with a remapped ecu).

Software - will NOT be provided on a cd - can be download from here:

ECUTalk - made by yours truly. Screenshots here. Works on laptop/pc and Pocket PC! Requires .NET Framework 1.1 (.NET Compact Framework 1.0 for Pocket PC). Read/clear fault codes, log sensors, view gauges. Has additional instant fuel economy L/100KM (or MPG) "sensor". I'm sure its all on the website.

TECU - use for active tests

Calumsult - use for rom dumping, but use this .exe placed in same dir after you install.

Scheduling:

Monday, May 14 is the expected start of availability. I won't take payment up front, but would ask you dont ask people to register interest who have no intention of going through with it, just to boost the numbers. I only do this as a hobby, a way for me to learn new things.

The interfaces require minor assembly, so they'll be sold from first to last as determined by the order on the list - it may take a few weeks to get them all done. The only exception to this is for people getting a usb/serial adaptor who may get theirs a bit later if usb/serial adaptor holds things up.

As interfaces become available, people in turn will be asked to make payment. If you dont do so within a reasonable period, you will be placed at the end, and in my naughty book! If you are a girl and want to pull out, just tell me so I dont waste any more time than need be.

Cost:

If you've donated to SAU: $55 including postage

If you haven't donated: $60 including postage (I'll donate $2 for each of these to SAU, at the end)

+$20 usb/serial converter

Express post: $3 extra, next day delivery if ur inside express post network, otherwise normally 2 days. Standard post is almost certainly next day for those in Sydney metro, so you needn't bother with this unless you think the worst of auspost!

Paypal: $2 extra (but instant transfer, can pay with credit card via this link you dont have an account).

Payment via Bank Deposit normally clears the next day if payment made before 4pm the day before, depending on your bank. If you deposit in a St George branch (my bank), it will arrive instantly.

Sent

• lanky71 Wed 16 May
  
• heller44 Fri 18 May
  
• evesdropping (+usb) Mon 21 May
  
• RJ45 Tues 22 May
  
• stingray Wed 6 June
  
• Toasty (+usb) Wed 6 June
  
• Kinks Fri 8 June
  
• kristafa Fri 8 June
  
• GTI16v (+usb) Tues 12 June
  
• The Milf Guy (+usb) Wed 27 June
  
• mr moo Fri 29 June
  
• Acolyte Fri 13 July
  
• vitz_n1 (+usb) Mon 23 July
  
• whiter31gxe (+usb) Mon 23 July
  

Donated $24 on 10/08/2007 for the 12 people who bought a cable who hadn't donated.

The connector you will find in your car, and couple pics of ecutalk software:

[NewKleer]

reserving second post in case space in first runs out

[jap32r]

Hey bud great work i am def interested if this would work on 92 r32 gtst?

[NewKleer]

if it has stock ecu, yes

[evesdropping]

Just have to double check that i have the consult port, ('93 r33 gtst should have it right?) If so then definitely interested in one with USB.

[NewKleer]

yeh it should have it no problems. usb converter will most likely be +$20 (you only need one if ur laptop doesnt have serial ports, usb isnt "better" than a normal serial port). there may be delays will the usb converters also, but ill aim to try have them ready same time.

[evesdropping]

yeh it should have it no problems. usb converter will most likely be +$20 (you only need one if ur laptop doesnt have serial ports, usb isnt "better" than a normal serial port). there may be delays will the usb converters also, but ill aim to try have them ready same time.

Yeah, the laptop is one of those sony vaio ones and it doesn't have many places to plug stuff in. I think USB may be the only option, but I'll double check tonight when I get home. Definitely keen. Heaps cheaper than buying even one of the gauges that it can show.

[evesdropping]

one other thing...

How long will the cable be? long enough to reach the passenger seat?

[NewKleer]

"Cable length will be 150cm"

should reach passenger easily...probably even if you routed it behind the dash and exit into the glove box.

[Trav33]

I'd love a consult cable which interfaces to a powerfc... but i think i'll have to buy something like datalogit to do that.

[lanky71]

Putting my name down, R34 GTT. I think the cable connection in 34's is under to the right of the steering wheel. Damm for this price who can say no and i guess you will continue updating the software in the future (if possible)?

[NewKleer]

ur right about the position, attached to top of fuse box probably. plan to add a lot more to software over time, theres like 10 different consult software out there anyway, so no need to be worried about lack of software.

[Alkemist]

+1 for consult cable+usb converter

[NewKleer]

A31 dont support consult, unless u have an R32 ecu and wire up the port manually.

or is this for use on other cars?

[dori34]

hey newkleer.

got a s13 Sr20de sil

should work right? if so count me in

ill check tomorrow for the grey port..

Edited April 24, 2007 by whyte

[NewKleer]

yes, just confirm the connector if ur unsure. i guess for anyone that gets one which doesnt work on their car for whatever reason (eg aftermarket ecu u didnt know about) i can always offer refund minus postage, but obviously best to check first

[vitz_n1]

very interested in one with usb converter.

[lanky71]

Hey wanted to ask,

As they come in serial if we have a serial to usb adapter already will that work? Or do we require to purchase the usb adapter from you?

[RJ45]

Does this work on a R33 GTR RB26DETT engine?

and also, does this work on a R34 GTT RB25DET?

(on standard ECUs)

if so, i am interested

[stingray]

Hey,

I've got an R32 GTS-T. The build date is 10/1989. I've checked my car and it's got the consult port. However you said "find your 23710-xxxxx part number." What part number are you referring too? Also is this a DIY kit or pre-assembled?

Edited April 25, 2007 by stingray