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can fixd be used on multiple cars

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Legolas
12/20/25 5:58pm

Yes, a FIXD sensor can be used on multiple cars as long as each vehicle is a 1996 or newer model year gasoline-powered car or light truck sold in the United States. This broad compatibility is due to the standardized OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) port, which is mandated in all such vehicles. The FIXD device itself is just a hardware sensor; the real limitation is with the accompanying smartphone app, which allows you to create and manage separate profiles for each car you scan.

The process is straightforward. You plug the single FIXD sensor into the OBD-II port of the first car, open the FIXD app on your phone, and connect via Bluetooth. The app will recognize the vehicle and allow you to save its profile (e.g., "2015 Honda CR-V"). To use it on another car, you simply unplug the sensor, plug it into the second vehicle's OBD-II port, and either select the existing profile for that car or create a new one. The app can store an unlimited number of vehicle profiles, making it ideal for families or individuals with several cars.

However, a key limitation involves the FIXD Premium subscription. While the sensor hardware works universally, the premium features—like check engine light code descriptions, repair estimates, and maintenance reminders—are tied to a single vehicle. If you want these advanced diagnostics for a second car, you would need to purchase an additional subscription for that vehicle profile.

Vehicle Compatibility FactorDetailsData Point / Example
Model Year CompatibilityWorks with gasoline-powered cars and light trucks model year 1996 and newer.1996 Toyota Camry, 2023 Ford F-150
OBD-II Port LocationThe port is typically found under the dashboard near the driver's knees.Common in vehicles from over 30+ manufacturers.
Diesel Vehicle SupportGenerally not compatible with most diesel-powered vehicles.Excludes many diesel trucks like a 2018 Ram 2500.
Motorcycle/EV SupportNot designed for motorcycles or fully electric vehicles (EVs).Will not work on a Tesla Model 3 or Harley-Davidson.
App Vehicle ProfilesThe FIXD app supports creating and saving an unlimited number of vehicle profiles.A single sensor can monitor a family's 3-car fleet.
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