Plug-and-Play Digital Instrumentation for Modern Cars
The Haltech iC-7 OBD-II Colour Display Dash offers the easiest path to upgrading your late-model vehicle’s instrumentation. Designed for the enthusiast who wants professional-grade data visualization without the complexity of a standalone ECU install, this kit utilizes the data already being broadcast by your car’s factory computer. By connecting directly to the OBD-II port (standard on most cars post-2008), the iC-7 taps into the CAN bus stream to display real-time engine parameters like RPM, Speed, Coolant Temp, Intake Air Temp, Ignition Timing, and Fuel Trims. It transforms the often-limited factory gauge cluster into a vibrant, 7-inch customizable command center, ideal for track days, spirited driving, or monitoring modified daily drivers.
Engineering Deep-Dive: OBD-II CAN Integration
This unit is pre-configured with Haltech’s sophisticated OBD-II CAN protocol. Unlike generic code scanners that query data slowly, the iC-7 is engineered to listen to the high-speed CAN broadcast where available, providing fluid, responsive gauge movement that keeps pace with your engine. The display features a high-resolution 7-inch TFT screen with auto-dimming capability, ensuring visibility is optimized whether you are blasting down a sunlit straight or cruising at night. The housing is robust and designed for universal mounting, making it adaptable to double-DIN radio slots or custom dash pods. Crucially, while it reads from the factory ECU, it still offers the full suite of Haltech alarms, allowing you to set custom shift lights and warning thresholds that the factory forgot to include.
Operational Benefits: No Wiring Required
The standout feature of the HT-067012 kit is the installation ease. It is a true “Plug’n’Play” solution. There is no cutting, splicing, or soldering required to get the basic engine data on screen. The included OBD-II to DTM-4 cable handles power, ground, and data in a single connection. This makes it perfect for leased vehicles or cars under warranty where permanent modification is discouraged. Despite its simplicity, it remains a powerful tool: you can customize the layout to show exactly what you want, log data to review your driving performance, and even expand the system later with additional Haltech CAN sensors if you decide to upgrade to a full standalone ECU in the future.
Fitment and Compatibility
Vehicle Fitment: Connects via CAN bus to most late-model vehicles (approx. 2008-on) using the factory OBD-II port.
Protocol Support: Standard OBD-II CAN (ISO 15765). Note that pre-2008 vehicles using slower protocols (ISO 9141, J1850) may not be compatible or may have slower refresh rates.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connection Interface | OBD-II Port (CAN Bus) |
| Display | 7″ TFT Colour LCD (Auto-Dimming) |
| Input Channels | All standard OBD-II PIDs (RPM, CTS, IAT, MAP, MAF, etc.) |
| Alarms | User Programmable (LEDs + Screen) |
| Expansion | Supports additional Haltech CAN sensors |
Summary & Includes
The HT-067012 is the gateway drug to professional vehicle data. It gives you the look and function of a race dash with the install simplicity of a phone charger.
Includes:
- 1 x Haltech iC-7 Display Dash
- 1 x OBD-II to DTM-4 CAN Cable (1.4m / 55in)
- 1 x 34 Pin Main Connector Harness (with spare pins for extra inputs)
- 1 x USB to M5 Right Angle Cable
- 1 x USB Cable
- 1 x Mounting Screw Kit
Compatibility Note: Does not control the engine; it reads data. Not suitable for vehicles pre-1996 or those without CAN bus on the OBD port.
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