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View Engine Diagnostics & Telematics (Web & Mobile)

If your GPS device supports engine data reporting, you can view engine diagnostics and telematics directly within BusyBusy.

This article explains how to view:

  • Engine status

  • Engine hours

  • Fuel level

  • Battery voltage

  • Other engine-related data (if supported by your device)

Note: Engine diagnostics are only available for GPS devices that support telematics.

On Web

Engine diagnostics are available from the Equipment Details page.

View Engine Diagnostics (Web)

Use this method to view engine data for a specific piece of equipment.

Steps:

  1. Go to Equipment

  2. Click Status


  3. Click Show All


  4. Select the equipment

On the Equipment Details page, scroll to the diagnostics section.

If your GPS device supports telematics, you will see engine-related data such as:

  • Engine Status (On/Off)

  • Engine Hours

  • Fuel Level

  • Fuel Rate

  • Battery Voltage

  • Temperature readings (if supported)


The data displayed depends on the capabilities of your GPS device.

On Mobile

Engine diagnostics can also be viewed in the BusyBusy mobile app.

View Engine Diagnostics (Mobile)

Use this method to view engine data for a specific piece of equipment.

Steps:

  1. Open the BusyBusy app

  2. Tap Equipment

  3. Select the equipment

  4. Tap Current Diagnostics


You will see available engine data reported by the GPS device.

Common diagnostics include:

  • Engine Status

  • Engine Hours

  • Fuel Level

  • Battery Voltage

  • Temperature readings


Data updates based on your device’s reporting frequency.

Understanding Diagnostic Updates

  • Diagnostics update when the GPS device reports new engine data.

  • Reporting frequency varies by device and configuration.

  • If the engine is off, some values may not change until the equipment is running again.

Important Notes

  • Not all GPS devices support telematics.

  • The diagnostics shown depend on the type of device installed.

  • If you do not see a Current Diagnostics section, your device may not support engine data reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don’t I see engine diagnostics for my equipment?

Engine diagnostics are only available for GPS devices that support telematics.

How often does engine data update?

Update frequency depends on the device and reporting configuration.

Can I view historical diagnostic data?

At this time, diagnostics display current reported values.

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