finding diagnostic porthole

[billytransit]

Trying to find where to plug in a code reader as I have an engine management light up but after several weeks of hide and seek still cannot find where the code reader attaches. People have advised me where it is but no luck so far.
I have a 1999 ford transit T230 2500 cc TDi. It has twin wheels at the back. Started life as a minibus but converted to camper van.

[Altransit]

Cabin fuse box (by the drivers right knee on a RHD) diagnostic port is on the left of the fuse box (under the spare fuses I think)

[billytransit]

Thanks for that but have checked the cabin fuse box , but will have another look, fingers crossed.

[billytransit]

can any one HELP , cannot find the diagnostic portal on my 1999 t230 transit 2,500 cc tdi , we have an engine management light on , this van started life as a mini bus but was converted to a camper van , so it has a leisure battery already fitted, we have looked every were in and around the cabin area , fuse box , from the bottom of the steering rack to the top . We have had a few reply,s on here , and thanks for that, but still not found it , can anyone HELP PLEASE , thanks Billy

[Keef]

BEHIND (As in, you have to remove it) the spare fuse holder on the left hand side just under the top row of fuses

Pics here> viewtopic.php?f=2&t=102249&c=1#p866201

[billytransit]

Hi , and thanks for that KEEF, we have had a look in the haynes manual and i think you are on the right track, having today off will look tomorrow, will let you know , thanks again and stay safe, Billy.

[Keef]

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[bambi mk 1]

What code reader are you going to read the codes with

[billytransit]

Thanks Keef. We had a look yesterday and found it where you said. Thanks for the advice. Much appreciated.Stay safe

[billytransit]

What code reader are you going to read the codes with

We have found one on ebay that will fit a 16 pin connector and read and reset codes, we hope!

[billytransit]

Finally found the missing diagnostic connection in my van. Have a bought an OBD2 code reader 16 pin. Fits perfectly but says 'failing to connect'. Partially boots up and then get that message, definately plugged in properly and engine on. Is this the right code reader? Any advice greatly appreciated.

[billytransit]

Hi everyone out there in transit land , hope your all well, down to business , i am looking for a rear o/s light lens cover for my 1999 t230 transit 2,500 cc tdi mark 5 smiley bus that is now a camper van, this light runs vertically with no reversing light in it and the indicator is at the extreme top, i hope some one out there can help , we have pictures if it would help, thanks and you all take care.

[MinorMatt]

Yes, pictures would help... it doesn't sound like standard parts.

And reading through your previous messages - its the wrong code reader. You need a lucas laser 2000 or FDS2000 (the dealer equipment). Some people have reported success with a modified ELM327 and forscan software