Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance
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Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance
As posted earlier, I got my first vette (88 coupe) this week. From perusing the forums I see multiple mentions of guys pulling diagnostic codes from their vettes but I can not find details about what tool is used to do this. I did not know there was such a tool available to the home mechanic. Any details? Again, excuse my ignorance, I learn fast. :crazy:
Addition: I just found out what they are, but I am looking for one for my 88 that will READ AND CLEAR codes as opposed to just read. Is there such a beast? The CP9001 is the only one I found so far.
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Addition: I just found out what they are, but I am looking for one for my 88 that will READ AND CLEAR codes as opposed to just read. Is there such a beast? The CP9001 is the only one I found so far.
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (Duf)
Mid America sells a plug set made by Gordon Killebrew works great and easy to use. or you can go the paper clip route
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (We Gone)
http://www.autoxray.com
:cheers:
http://www.autoxray.com/products.aspx?sub=scanners&id=4
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:cheers:
http://www.autoxray.com/products.aspx?sub=scanners&id=4
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (Duf)
If your looking for just a code reader, get a paper clip or jumper wire and connect the A and B terminals and count the check engine flashes.
I don't think a scanner is made to erase the OBD1 codes. The way to do it is unhook the battery for a minimum of 10 seconds.
If you want a good scanner to read all sensors as well as codes get an Auto Xray. :thumbs:
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I don't think a scanner is made to erase the OBD1 codes. The way to do it is unhook the battery for a minimum of 10 seconds.
If you want a good scanner to read all sensors as well as codes get an Auto Xray. :thumbs:
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (Duf)
Hmm autoxray rig looks nice ..... but a bit pricey for my current budget :)
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (Ras119)
Here is a useful link for those who have not already seen it :thumbs: http://www.c4vettes.com/ecm.htm
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Re: Pulling codes? Excuse my ignorance (86PACER)
Just for "what is worth", Auto Zone will give you a FREE little metal key that substitutes for the paper clip. I have tried both and the AZ freebie is worth the trip to the parts store!
NOTE: All computer codes (on a 88 model) can easily be cleared by disconnecting the battery for 30 seconds. This cleans them out!!
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NOTE: All computer codes (on a 88 model) can easily be cleared by disconnecting the battery for 30 seconds. This cleans them out!!
SAM
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