Wanna buy a Code Reader..........
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Pro
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From: Morgan City LA
Wanna buy a Code Reader..........
hey guys gonna invest in one but which one? i saw 3 different ones at autozone. it there a particular one that everyone likes? autozone had them priced from 60bucks to 200bucks.
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I like the ET50 from MAC Tool, about $70. Simple and easy to use.
A shameless self promotion
• Reading trouble codes – reads DTCs of powertrain system including CAN, both pending and current DTCs.
• Clearing trouble codes – clears both pending and current DTCs.
• Readiness test – status of each monitoring system about I/M.
• Displays VIN.
• Includes OBDII generic mfg spec DTC CD and manual.
Price: $69.99 (USD)
A shameless self promotion
• Reading trouble codes – reads DTCs of powertrain system including CAN, both pending and current DTCs.
• Clearing trouble codes – clears both pending and current DTCs.
• Readiness test – status of each monitoring system about I/M.
• Displays VIN.
• Includes OBDII generic mfg spec DTC CD and manual.
Price: $69.99 (USD)
Instructor
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From: Asheboro NC
Is this for a '82 vette? do they have a computer? just asking
You will need one that is OBD1.
the the ones at the auto joints are OBD II only. the combo OBD I and OBD II are really expensive. 299.00 and up unless you find one with connectors missing (and it is always the one you need)
You will need one that is OBD1.
the the ones at the auto joints are OBD II only. the combo OBD I and OBD II are really expensive. 299.00 and up unless you find one with connectors missing (and it is always the one you need)
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Is this for a '82 vette? do they have a computer? just asking
You will need one that is OBD1.
the the ones at the auto joints are OBD II only. the combo OBD I and OBD II are really expensive. 299.00 and up unless you find one with connectors missing (and it is always the one you need)
You will need one that is OBD1.
the the ones at the auto joints are OBD II only. the combo OBD I and OBD II are really expensive. 299.00 and up unless you find one with connectors missing (and it is always the one you need)
I assumed it was for a C4, what are you using it for?
Melting Slicks
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From: Chandler Arizona
96' OBD-II
the Older c4's are OBD-I, in which case I haven't seen a scan tool for (nor have I really looked)>
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BTW- Autozone will scan the car for you for FREE... I don't see a reason to invest in one, unless of course you just want the tool for the sake of having it.
the Older c4's are OBD-I, in which case I haven't seen a scan tool for (nor have I really looked)>
*edit*
BTW- Autozone will scan the car for you for FREE... I don't see a reason to invest in one, unless of course you just want the tool for the sake of having it.
Melting Slicks
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From: Jasper Texas
96' OBD-II
the Older c4's are OBD-I, in which case I haven't seen a scan tool for (nor have I really looked)>
*edit*
BTW- Autozone will scan the car for you for FREE... I don't see a reason to invest in one, unless of course you just want the tool for the sake of having it.
the Older c4's are OBD-I, in which case I haven't seen a scan tool for (nor have I really looked)>
*edit*
BTW- Autozone will scan the car for you for FREE... I don't see a reason to invest in one, unless of course you just want the tool for the sake of having it.
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you need an obdII scanner, and the one I got was $200, but works with every car. Who knows what kind of car I may buy next? doesn't matter, I have a scanner for it.
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Reads and erases ODBII codes.
Pays for itself after 1st use (if you consider most shops charge a minimu 30 minute scan charge alone).
Reads and erases ODBII codes.
Pays for itself after 1st use (if you consider most shops charge a minimu 30 minute scan charge alone).
Burning Brakes
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From: Broken Arrow Oklahoma
I have one for OBD II but all it does is read codes and has the ability to clear them.
I have one that reads OBD I and that is all it does.
If you are serious about one, I have been looking for a Tech I,It was used by GM dealers and is bi-directional and obsolete.
reading codes is great , but sometimes it is necessary to activate the part in order to diagnose the problem
I have one that reads OBD I and that is all it does.
If you are serious about one, I have been looking for a Tech I,It was used by GM dealers and is bi-directional and obsolete.
reading codes is great , but sometimes it is necessary to activate the part in order to diagnose the problem
Burning Brakes
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I've been thinking about getting a scanner, but I would like one that not only reads codes, but allows me to tweak some settings, in particular, the temperature at which the fans come on. I have a 96 also, and would like to change the default setting from ~225°F to 215°F for the first fan, and 225°F for the second fan.
What would be a good tool to use, or would it be better to take it to a shop to make the adjustments?
What would be a good tool to use, or would it be better to take it to a shop to make the adjustments?
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From: Morgan City LA
I've been thinking about getting a scanner, but I would like one that not only reads codes, but allows me to tweak some settings, in particular, the temperature at which the fans come on. I have a 96 also, and would like to change the default setting from ~225°F to 215°F for the first fan, and 225°F for the second fan.
What would be a good tool to use, or would it be better to take it to a shop to make the adjustments?
What would be a good tool to use, or would it be better to take it to a shop to make the adjustments?
