How to Install the Echomaster OBD-II Harness

Follow the instructions below to install the Echomaster OBD-II Harness with your Thinkware Dash Cam. Please be advised that Thinkware's customer support is unable to provide in-depth technical information as each vehicle is different. 

We highly recommend professional installation, as a technician will be able to determine the best method of installation for your vehicle type.

*OBD-II Harness is not compatible with Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.

How to Install the Echomaster OBD-II Harness:

1. Locate the OBD-II connector in the vehicle and release it from the mounting surface.

This may require the removal of two 7 or 8mm nuts from the studs securing it to under the dash or by depressing the two side clips, with a plastic dash trim tool, securing it behind the drop-down plastic cover.

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2. Connect the male end of the included plug-n-play HWK-TW01HAR to the vehicle's factory OBD-II connector.

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3. Secure the OBD-II connector and the harness together using one of the included wire ties and cut off any excess wire tie that is not needed.

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4. For the Nut and Bolt style mounting system: Place the ears of the connectors over the factory studs and replace and tighten the fasteners removed in step 1. Use the included self-tapping screws to secure if this connector is not a factory fit.

For the clip-in style mounting system: Feed the body of the harness into the dash opening and secure the connector to the dash using the included self-tapping screws.

5. Remove the A-Pillar trim panel.

Once removed, route the Thinkware power cable over to the driver side of the vehicle, up the A-Pillar and across the front of the headliner so that it exits the headliner above the rearview mirror.

*When routing cables near the side curtain airbag, be sure to route them in a way that will not impact the airbags’ ability to deploy in the event of an accident.

6. Bundle and secure all leftover cables.

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7. With the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position, connect the IGN-3F to the 10-Pin Molex connector located on the HWK-TW01-HAR.

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8. With the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position and the IGN-3F plugged in, the LED should be emitting a slow consistent flash. The LED will change from a flashing state to being ON solid once you start the vehicle.

When the LED is ON solid, a phantom ignition signal will be sent to the dash cam to turn it on and will remain on during the event of a start/stop sequence. The LED and dash cam will turn off 2 minutes and 30 seconds after the vehicle is shut down.

9. Using the included wire tie, secure the module and the factory OBD-II junction under the dash or kick panel in a way that will not impact the airbags’ ability to deploy in the event of an accident.

You have now successfully installed the Echomaster OBD-II Harness!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Echomaster OBD-II Installation, please reach out to our team at support@thinkware.com or 1-844-865-9273.

 

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