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OBD Auto Doctor car scanner

Auto & Vehicles • Creosys Ltd • ⭐ 4.20 • 1,000,000+

OBD2 diagnostics for ELM 327: clear check engine light & monitor car health

Version Varies with device 29.3 MB Everyone

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This app requests 20 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
ℹ️ Review	Bluetooth Scan android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Connect to Bluetooth devices android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT	Allows the app to connect to paired Bluetooth devices.	Used for audio devices, controllers, watches, cars, sensors, and smart accessories.	Review paired-device access if the app does not need Bluetooth features.
ℹ️ Review	Bluetooth Admin android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Bluetooth access android.permission.BLUETOOTH	Allows the app to use Bluetooth features.	Used for headphones, controllers, wearables, cars, smart devices, nearby sharing, or accessories.	Review if the app has no obvious nearby-device or accessory feature.
ℹ️ Review	Vending Billing com.android.vending.BILLING	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
✅ Common	Internet access android.permission.INTERNET	Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services.	Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates.	Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
✅ Common	View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network.	Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality.	Generally low risk by itself.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.
⚠️ Sensitive	Approximate location android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION	Allows the app to access an approximate device location.	Used for weather, local content, regional features, nearby services, or location-based settings.	Sensitive permission. Review whether the app needs location access.
⚠️ Sensitive	Precise location android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION	Allows the app to access the device’s precise location when granted by the user.	Used for maps, navigation, local recommendations, weather, rideshare, nearby devices, or location-based content.	Sensitive permission. Grant only when location access matches the app’s purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage.	Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content.	Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Change Network State android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Allows the app to send notifications to the device.	Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls.	Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
ℹ️ Review	Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK	Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running.	Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks.	Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
ℹ️ Review	C2dm Permission Receive com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Gms Permission Ad Id com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Access Adservices Attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Access Adservices Ad Id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Finsky Permission Bind Get Install Referrer Service com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Obdautodoctor Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.obdautodoctor.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About OBD Auto Doctor car scanner

With this OBD2 car diagnostic app for ELM 327, you can quickly and easily communicate with your car's OBDII system and turn your mobile into an automotive car scanner. ▸ This OBD 2 car scanner app is the ideal tool for everyone interested in knowing their car better. Whether you want to monitor vehicle data in real time or track car performance, this is a must-have OBD2 tool! Capabilities and benefits: • Read readiness monitor status to make sure your car is ready for emissions testing • Read On-Board Diagnostic Monitors for advanced diagnostics • Read OBD 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and Freeze Frame • Clear the trouble codes and reset the Check Engine Light • Select PIDs on the dashboard to track them in live • Initiate Service Routines (evaporative system leak test, particulate filter regeneration, inducement system reinitialization) • Monitor fuel consumption while you drive and save money on fuel (gasoline/diesel) • View OBD parameter and sensor data (such as engine coolant temperature or torque) in real-time to detect abnormalities • Monitor OBD-II sensor data in numerical or graphical presentation • Support for multiple electronic control units such as engine or transmission Some additional features of this OBD app: • Send OBD 2 diagnostic data via email • Record and send sensor data via email in .csv format • Read Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Calibration Identifications, and Calibration Verification Numbers of ECU • Build-in DTC database with over 18000 trouble codes, including thousands of manufacturer-specific codes OBD Auto Doctor supports all cars sold worldwide compatible with OBD2 or EOBD. Please see https://www.obdautodoctor.com/help/articles/obd2-compatible-cars/ for the compatibility info. The app requires a separate OBD adapter using Bluetooth, BLE, or Wifi. Plug the ELM 327 compatible scan tool into the car's diagnostics port, and make sure you are ready for car inspection. We recommend avoiding the cheap clone ELM devices and using genuine ELM327 adapters. NOTE: Most app features require your car to support them. This app can't show information that your vehicle doesn't provide. ▸ This app is free, but a subscription is available to unlock all the features. Check the app website for more information and the differences between the versions. Under no circumstances will the application developer be held responsible for incidents resulting from the use and/or interpretation of the data in the application. We reserve the right to anonymously track and report a user's activity inside this app. If you have any issues or concerns, we are happy to help you out. Just send us an e-mail at [email protected] or visit https://www.obdautodoctor.com/ for more information.

What OBD Auto Doctor car scanner Is Used For

OBD Auto Doctor car scanner appears to be a phone app for reading and interpreting OBD2 vehicle data through a separate ELM327-compatible adapter. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used by drivers who want to check engine-related trouble codes, review readiness status before emissions testing, and monitor live sensor data such as temperature or performance-related readings.

The app may also be useful for basic maintenance checks and for tracking how a vehicle is behaving over time. Its listed permissions for Bluetooth, location, storage, and network access fit an app that connects to an external scanner, exchanges diagnostic data, and may save or share reports. Since the app notes support for multiple control units and manufacturer-specific codes, it appears intended for users who want more detailed diagnostics than a dashboard warning light alone provides. Actual features depend on the vehicle and the adapter used.

Common uses

Read and clear OBD2 trouble codes
Check whether the car is ready for emissions testing
View live engine and sensor data
Monitor fuel consumption and driving-related data
Review freeze frame and VIN information when supported
Export or email diagnostic data and CSV logs
Use with a Bluetooth, BLE, or Wi‑Fi OBD adapter

Best for:

drivers checking engine codes car maintenance tracking emissions readiness checks OBD2 adapter users phone-based diagnostics

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App Details

Package:
com.obdautodoctor

Category:
Auto & Vehicles

Developer:
Creosys Ltd

Version:
Varies with device

Updated:
Mar 6, 2026

Min Android:
Varies with device

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.obdautodoctor
Age rating: Everyone

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