C6 Corvette General Discussion General C6 Corvette Discussion not covered in Tech
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Feral Industries

Corvette Code Reader - Question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 06:33 PM
  #1  
RoatanMan's Avatar
RoatanMan
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
 
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 2,352
Likes: 1
From: In Front of you...
Default Corvette Code Reader - Question

I want to get a code reader for my Z06 so that I can check codes and cancel that check engine light that comes one once in a while due to my Cam... Do you guys recommend one...?

I found this one:
http://www.mactools.com/Mac/Mac+Prod...an+Tools/ET50#
Reply
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 06:58 PM
  #2  
talon90's Avatar
talon90
Team Owner
Supporting Lifetime
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 35,617
Likes: 166
Tech Contributor
Cruise-In 11 Veteran
NCM Ambassador
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'10
Default

Originally Posted by RoatanMan
I want to get a code reader for my Z06 so that I can check codes and cancel that check engine light that comes one once in a while due to my Cam... Do you guys recommend one...?

I found this one:
http://www.mactools.com/Mac/Mac+Prod...an+Tools/ET50#
That one should do the trick. Here is another that several forum members have used. As long as it is CAN BUS capable it will work. About halfway down the page $59.99.

http://www.diydiagnostics.com/index2.html
Reply
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 07:16 PM
  #3  
Wayne O's Avatar
Wayne O
CF Senior Member
Supporting Lifetime
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 23,313
Likes: 25
From: Tucson Arizona
Default

Wouldn't you want to correct the problem that causes the CEL instead of just hiding the code? In any event, I've got an Innova 3110 code reader which I like. From their web site....

Powerful OBD2 tool quickly reveals "Check Engine" light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck or SUV - Foreign and Domestic

Features unique patented all-in-one screen and LED display for quick State Emissions readiness check and drive cycle verification

Automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle - an easy way to verify repair completion

Retrieves OBD2 DTCs: Generic Codes (P0, P2, P3, and U0) / Manufacturer Specific Codes (P1, P3, and U1)

Communicates with all OBD 2 protocols: C.A.N. (Controller Area Network), ISO 9141, J1850PWM, J1850VPW, KWP 2000 ISO 14230-4

Includes Spanish and French Interface & Definitions (selected by a menu command)

Displays Freeze Frame Data

Unit can be flash updated with a standard Windows® PC (OBD-PC Link(tm) software required / included with tool)

Memory / Battery backup for off-car review and analysis
Reply
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 07:38 PM
  #4  
SUB VETTE's Avatar
SUB VETTE
SUBVETTE
Supporting Lifetime Gold
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 3,841
Likes: 93
From: San Diego CA
Default

Originally Posted by Wayne O
Wouldn't you want to correct the problem that causes the CEL instead of just hiding the code? In any event, I've got an Innova 3110 code reader which I like. From their web site....

Powerful OBD2 tool quickly reveals "Check Engine" light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck or SUV - Foreign and Domestic

Features unique patented all-in-one screen and LED display for quick State Emissions readiness check and drive cycle verification

Automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle - an easy way to verify repair completion

Retrieves OBD2 DTCs: Generic Codes (P0, P2, P3, and U0) / Manufacturer Specific Codes (P1, P3, and U1)

Communicates with all OBD 2 protocols: C.A.N. (Controller Area Network), ISO 9141, J1850PWM, J1850VPW, KWP 2000 ISO 14230-4

Includes Spanish and French Interface & Definitions (selected by a menu command)

Displays Freeze Frame Data

Unit can be flash updated with a standard Windows® PC (OBD-PC Link(tm) software required / included with tool)

Memory / Battery backup for off-car review and analysis
Price?
Reply
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 10:25 PM
  #5  
RoatanMan's Avatar
RoatanMan
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
 
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 2,352
Likes: 1
From: In Front of you...
Default

Originally Posted by Wayne O
Wouldn't you want to correct the problem that causes the CEL instead of just hiding the code? In any event, I've got an Innova 3110 code reader which I like. From their web site....

Powerful OBD2 tool quickly reveals "Check Engine" light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck or SUV - Foreign and Domestic

Features unique patented all-in-one screen and LED display for quick State Emissions readiness check and drive cycle verification

Automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle - an easy way to verify repair completion

Retrieves OBD2 DTCs: Generic Codes (P0, P2, P3, and U0) / Manufacturer Specific Codes (P1, P3, and U1)

Communicates with all OBD 2 protocols: C.A.N. (Controller Area Network), ISO 9141, J1850PWM, J1850VPW, KWP 2000 ISO 14230-4

Includes Spanish and French Interface & Definitions (selected by a menu command)

Displays Freeze Frame Data

Unit can be flash updated with a standard Windows® PC (OBD-PC Link(tm) software required / included with tool)

Memory / Battery backup for off-car review and analysis
My engine is fine, the Check engine light comes on once in a while because of the large Cam that I have installed...
Reply
Old Oct 7, 2008 | 10:46 PM
  #6  
lh4x4's Avatar
lh4x4
Drifting
 
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,549
Likes: 2
From: Cambridge Illinois
Default

For that purpose you can not beat the $60 Harbor Freight one.
Reply
Old Oct 8, 2008 | 12:34 AM
  #7  
07MontRedcp's Avatar
07MontRedcp
Safety Car
Supporting Lifetime Gold
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 4,347
Likes: 25
From: Apache Junction AZ
Default

I have the Innova 3130. I does all that the 3110 does plus it can record 15 minutes of live data that can be uploaded to a PC. $150 on Amazon.

BJK
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Corvette Code Reader - Question





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:22 AM.

story-0
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)

Slideshow: Ranking the top 10 Corvette engines by torque output.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:58:09


VIEW MORE
story-3
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!

Slideshow: A Corvette pace car nearly matching IndyCar speeds sounds exaggerated, until you look at the numbers.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-04 20:03:36


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!

Among a rather large group of them.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:56:44


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!

Slideshow: the top 10 things Corvette owners want in the C9 Corvette

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-30 12:41:15


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know

Slideshow: 10 Important Corvette 'firsts' that every fan should know.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 17:02:16


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

Slideshow: Should you buy a 2020-2026 Corvette or wait for 2027?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 10:08:58


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-24 16:12:42


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE