We get tons of calls from people struggling to find where to hook up, since port locations can vary on every make and model. In this blog series, Diesel Laptops breaks down where the cable connections are on some of the most common construction and farming equipment we work on with our Diesel Laptops Diagnostic kits. 

Here are the other blogs in the series:

• Part 1: Bobcat Skid Steer, Bomag Roller (Deutz Engine), CAT Dozer, CAT Excavator, CAT Grader, CAT Loader, CAT Skid Steer and CAT Backhoe
• Part 2: JLG Aerial Lift (Duetz Engine) and Telehandler, JCB Excavator and Telehandler, Hamm Roller 

If you’re not sure what cable you need, click here to view our cable guide for each make & model of construction, agricultural and industrial equipment.

WHERE TO CONNECT

Kobelco Excavator

Location will vary slightly based on engine type, both are behind the seat. Hino Engines (photo 1) or FPT engines (photo 2)

Kobelco Excavator with Hino Engine: 

Kobelco Excavator with FPT Engine:

John Deere Backhoe 

Connections can be found in the console: 

John Deere Skid Steer

Diagnostic port is located by the gauge cluster

Takeuchi Excavator

Connection is under the seat

Heavy Equipment Diagnostic Connection Assistance

Diesel Laptops carries a full range of diagnostic cables, if you don’t see what you’re looking for contact our team.

If you are having trouble connecting your TEXA or Cojali Off-Highway diagnostic kit to your machine reach out to us, one of our trained diesel technicians can help troubleshoot the issue.