Ehubo in your vehicle. Please make this guide available to your installer and keep it for future reference. The Ehubo is easy to install by carrying out the following steps as described in this guide: 1. Make sure to read the Safety Information section, familiarize...
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Abbreviation Description Anti-lock braking system Accessory Electronic braking system Electronic control module Ehubo EROAD’s in-vehicle device (may be configured as an ELD) Electronic logging device Federal Communications Commission FMCSA Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Global positioning system IFTA...
2.1 LEGAL NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER The legislation and rules concerning the installation and operation of GPS driver aids and messaging devices such as the Ehubo vary from each country and state. Please familiarize yourself with the laws of the jurisdiction(s) in which the vehicle will be operated in prior to installing and using the Ehubo.
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• Avoid fitting the Ehubo in a location that could cause injury to a driver or passenger in a crash. This includes potential head strike zones on the windshield or dashboard, or other locations where a deploying airbag may contact the Ehubo.
• Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the screen if the Ehubo screen has been activated to turn on during driving. • Only operate or look at the Ehubo when it is safe to do so. Do not message, change settings or access functions while driving.
Individual parts included in each mounting kit are described in the tables shown on the right. NOTE: Place the EROAD ELD User Manual and visor cards in the truck cab per the ELD mandate.
Choose a location that does not expose the Ehubo to excessive temperature or vibration. Contact your account manager if you prefer a suction cup mount.
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• Clean the windshield surface with the alcohol wipe • Fit the composite diamond base on the suction cup base using the supplied screws. Attach the Ehubo to the mount using screws and washers (F). Use of the washers is essential to reliably secure the device! Route the wiring out of the way and down the back of the dashboard.
(L2) connector on the ECM Y-cable and secure by twisting the collar until it locks into place (tug lightly to check). Your Ehubo display screen should power on at this point with a green LED above the display. Feed the second connector on the ECM Y-cable...
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Secure the connector with electrical tape. The Ehubo shuts down to a lower power mode and draws a very small current from the vehicle supply when the vehicle is off. Remove the Ehubo permanent power fuse if the vehicle is in storage or parked up for more than a month to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
ECM connection. Typically, these vehicles were manufactured in the year 2000 or later. Perform the following steps to run the Install Wizard. The Welcome screen appears once the Ehubo is physically installed and the vehicle is powered ON. Tap the Start button.
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Tap the Yes button in this screen after installing the EROAD ECM Y-cable and ensuring that the device is properly connected to the ECM. The following prompt displays if you are on the latest firmware. Tap the No button when using the ECM Y-cable.
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"Something is not quite right" message. Physically turn OFF the truck. Notice the key icon has turned red, which is located on the upper right corner of the Ehubo. Tap the Engine Off button.
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The Ehubo is now testing the external power source to ensure that the device is receiving the proper voltage from the diagnostic connector. Tap the OK button. NOTE: The device might restart if the power supply is not adequate. Next, the green check marks on the Installation Complete screen indicate that the unit has good external power, the wiring checks are complete, and the system is now ELD ready.
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Place the following documents in the truck cab, which came in the Ehubo box: EROAD ELD User Manual Roadside Inspection visor card Resolving Data Diagnostic visor card These documents are required to be carried in the vehicle by the federal ELD mandate. Drivers might be cited during an inspection...
SAE J1708/ • Contact EROAD for an J1587 ECM updated Ehubo that interface supports SAE J1708/J1587 if the Ehubo serial number begins with 0300 NOTE: Send a message to EROAD support if you need assistance at support@eroad.com.
7. Non-Standard Installation (without ECM Connection) Use these instructions if you are installing the Ehubo into a pre-2000 vehicle or post-2000 vehicle with no ECM connection available. Review the instructions and diagrams carefully before you begin. NOTES • The engine must be turned off prior to installing the Ehubo.
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ORANGE - Digital Input 1 (3A Fuse) The Ehubo shuts down to a lower power mode and draws a very small current from the vehicle supply when the vehicle is off. Remove the Ehubo permanent power fuse if the vehicle is in storage or parked up for more than a month to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
1999 or earlier. This device is hard- wired for ground, permanent power, and ignition. Perform the following steps to run the Install Wizard. The Welcome screen appears once the Ehubo is physically installed and the vehicle is powered ON. Tap the Start button.
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ECM prompt, because it is not connected to the ECM. Turn the engine ON until the key symbol in the upper right corner of the Ehubo turns green. Tap the Engine Running button. Enter the vehicle's reading in the Odometer field on the screen.
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Turn the engine OFF. The key icon on the device should turn red. Tap the Engine Off button. The Ehubo is now testing the external power source to ensure that the device is receiving the proper voltage from the diagnostic connector. Tap the OK button to continue.
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You've just successfully completed the installation wizard. The following Pending Assignment screen appears. Place the following documents in the truck cab, which came in the Ehubo box: EROAD ELD User Manual Roadside Inspection visor card Resolving Data Diagnostic visor card These documents are required to be carried in the vehicle by the federal ELD mandate.
7.3 TROUBLESHOOTING NON-ECM INSTALLATIONS This section provides some solutions if the installation of your Ehubo is unsuccessful or the Ehubo doesn’t perform as expected. The following issues might occur on non ECM installations. See the pin diagrams in the Appendix for more information, if needed.
OBD-II port. Ground, permanent power, and ignition are accomplished using the three-wire installation procedure. Use these instructions if you are installing the Ehubo into a lighter class vehicle (class 1-6) with an OBD-II diagnostic connector. Review the instructions and diagrams carefully before you begin.
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ORANGE - Digital Input 1 (3A Fuse) The Ehubo shuts down to a lower power mode and draws a very small current from the vehicle supply when the vehicle is off. Remove the Ehubo permanent power fuse if the vehicle is in storage or parked up for more than a month to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
You must run the Install Wizard to complete your installation on vehicles with an OBD-II adapter. Perform the following steps to run the Install Wizard. The Welcome screen appears once the Ehubo is physically installed and the vehicle is powered ON. Tap the Start button.
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Wait for the blue light to start rapidly flashing. Tap the Next button on the screen. The device begins searching for the OBD-II adapter, so please wait until this step is completed. The Success screen appears when the EROAD OBD-II adapter pairing is completed. Tap the Continue button.
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You may contact EROAD at support@eroad.com after completing the troubleshooting steps, if needed. Tap the Next button. Physically turn OFF the truck. Notice the key icon has turned red, which is located on the upper right corner of the Ehubo.
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Tap the Engine Off button. The Ehubo is now testing the external power source to ensure that the device is receiving the proper voltage from the diagnostic connector. Tap the OK button to continue. Note: The device might restart if the power supply is not adequate.
Place the following documents in the truck cab, which came in the Ehubo box: EROAD ELD User Manual Roadside Inspection visor card Resolving Data Diagnostic visor card These documents are required to be carried in the vehicle by the federal ELD mandate. Drivers might be cited during an inspection if they do not have these documents.
Replacing an existing Ehubo includes: NOTE: Turn OFF • Disconnect the power cable from the the engine prior existing Ehubo to replacing the • Connect it to the replacement Ehubo. Ehubo Perform the following steps: Remove the existing Ehubo from its mount and carefully place it screen down on a clean, flat surface.
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Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. (See the Install Wizard instructions in previous chapters for more information.) The installation is complete when the Ehubo Home screen is displayed. This is the end of the process. Please place the uninstalled Ehubo in the replacement box and return to EROAD, including any surplus parts.
10. Appendix Use the following PIN diagrams, when directed by the respective troubleshooting instructions. 9-Pin J-BUS Connector and Diagram Description Wire Color (Typical) Ground (Earth) Black 12V Power Supply J1939 + (Data +) Yellow J1939 - (Data -) Brown J1939 Shield White J1708/J1587 + Green...
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