Engine Code Scanner
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From: Hilton Head Island, SC
Engine Code Scanner
I know a code scanner is not of much use on my 66 coupe but, I got a check engine soon light on my 2001 T/A WS6. Anybody have a scan tool that they like, works great and doesn't cost an arm and a leg? All input apprecaited.
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Re: Engine Code Scanner (4WDVETTE)
Sorry Steve, I know all the codes for a pre OBD-2 computer, but that won't help in your situation. There's all kinds out there. Since I only have 1 vehicle out of 4 that is newer than 91, I've been going back & forth with the need for one myself.
Might be a better value to just take the car in to a shop and have them tell you what's wrong.
[Modified by Subfixer, 2:49 PM 7/22/2003]
Might be a better value to just take the car in to a shop and have them tell you what's wrong.
[Modified by Subfixer, 2:49 PM 7/22/2003]
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Re: Engine Code Scanner (Subfixer)
Paul
You make a good point. I would take it back to the dealer but, last time I had it in for a warranty issue, they broke the base of my left front fender when they lifted it on their lift. Doesn't leave you with a lot of confidence in the mechanic. They had to replace the fender as it could not be repaired.
I have seen some of the scanners for $25 to $50 and wondered if anyone on the Forum had any experience. I am also considering buying a hypertech programmer for the T/A. Still doing research there though.
By the way - the garage is looking good!!! Keep the pics coming.
You make a good point. I would take it back to the dealer but, last time I had it in for a warranty issue, they broke the base of my left front fender when they lifted it on their lift. Doesn't leave you with a lot of confidence in the mechanic. They had to replace the fender as it could not be repaired.
I have seen some of the scanners for $25 to $50 and wondered if anyone on the Forum had any experience. I am also considering buying a hypertech programmer for the T/A. Still doing research there though.
By the way - the garage is looking good!!! Keep the pics coming.
POSSE ZR-1 Driver
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Re: Engine Code Scanner (4WDVETTE)
Ouch!!! Well, maybe a different dealer.....
I figure if I break down to get one of those scanners, I'll go all the way so I can help diagnose any make or model. There's where the $$$ come in.
Garage pics will continue when I get to a good point. Pouring the slab maybe Thurs/Fri, then it's all up to me as to how fast the rest goes since I'm the carpenter.
I figure if I break down to get one of those scanners, I'll go all the way so I can help diagnose any make or model. There's where the $$$ come in.
Garage pics will continue when I get to a good point. Pouring the slab maybe Thurs/Fri, then it's all up to me as to how fast the rest goes since I'm the carpenter.
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Re: Engine Code Scanner (4WDVETTE)
You may already be familiar with this site but try it for scanner, tuning, etc. for the LS1.
http://www.ls1tech.com/
Charles
http://www.ls1tech.com/
Charles
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Re: Engine Code Scanner (cbernhardt)
Thanks for the link. Got some good info there. Not sure if my question is answered yet but, lots of fuel for the fire. Seems like a younger bunch of members there.
