OBD-II plug-in trackers
- Find the OBD-II port, usually under the dashboard near the steering column
- With the ignition off, push the tracker firmly into the port
- Turn on the ignition and check the device status lights
- Confirm the vehicle appears in the platform
Hardwired trackers
- Disconnect the battery if the installer's procedure requires it
- Connect permanent power, ground and ignition sense wires as specified
- Secure the unit out of sight, with its top facing the sky where possible
- Fuse the power supply and tidy the wiring
- Test reporting before refitting trim panels
Portable and asset trackers
- Charge or activate the device
- Mount it where it is protected but not fully enclosed in metal
- Use screws, bolts or adhesive mounts rather than relying on magnets alone
- Check the first location report
Placement tips
GPS signals pass through plastic and glass but not through metal. Avoid placing devices under metal plates or deep inside the engine bay.