[Z06] C6Z Code Reader
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From: Houston Tx
C6Z Code Reader
Anyone know of a OBDII reader that will for-sure read the codes on a C6Z? I tried the free auto parts store's service and in both cases the reader failed to connect. Took it to the dealer (who treated me very fairly) and now 160 miles later the check engine light is on again. Won't hesitate to take it back to the dealer but would like to avoid the down time if possible.
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From: BC
When you get a reader make sure it is CAN (controller area network) bus enabled otherwise it won't work on any newer vehicle. You can find them on fleabay that will read and erase codes for about sixty bucks or so and unlike the C5, you require one to erase codes on the C6.
Melting Slicks
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From: Sacramento CA
I just bought an Innova CAN 3140. Will do OBD1 & 2. Tool is firmware and definition upgradeable via the Internet. Retails for around $400 got it for about $200. It will give the full definition of the Code, not just the number.
Haven't used it on the Vett yet, but worked very well on my OBD1 truck.
Haven't used it on the Vett yet, but worked very well on my OBD1 truck.
Le Mans Master
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My Auto X-Ray 6000 tool scan's the ZO-6 and any other car I've tried it on. These are a little more money, but capable of doing much more than just a simple scan, including computer data transfer and internet upgrades. It's a bit hard to figure out, but a nice tool.
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Le Mans Master
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Yeah, I realize the scanner's for the casual back yard mechanic dont do nearly the stuff of the multi thousand dollar unit's used by the pro's, and may be a good thing. Most of us aren't equipped to do the more sophisticated repair's, and unless you work with such high tech scanners daily, it's doubtful you'd be able do any good with them anyway.
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Yeah, I realize the scanner's for the casual back yard mechanic dont do nearly the stuff of the multi thousand dollar unit's used by the pro's, and may be a good thing. Most of us aren't equipped to do the more sophisticated repair's, and unless you work with such high tech scanners daily, it's doubtful you'd be able do any good with them anyway.
Bill
Last edited by Bill Dearborn; Oct 5, 2010 at 12:45 PM.
Burning Brakes
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From: central NJ
has anyone had experience with the Aero Force products? google "aeroforce gauge" and it will come up. I am still researching but it looks like a gauge that can display about any engine parameter you want as well as bring up codes (and clear them)
I am interested in any feedback people have. It looks pretty cool on paper and the price will not be that bad if you need some gauges in your car. For the average person it might be pricey but for someone who want to kill two birds with one stone, this may work. You can even set it as a shift light.
Also, check this thread for a cool mounting option
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-f...-force-11.html
and here is more info
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...e-install.html
I am interested in any feedback people have. It looks pretty cool on paper and the price will not be that bad if you need some gauges in your car. For the average person it might be pricey but for someone who want to kill two birds with one stone, this may work. You can even set it as a shift light.
Also, check this thread for a cool mounting option
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-f...-force-11.html
and here is more info
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...e-install.html
Burning Brakes
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From: McKinney TX
I picked this one up last month when they had a sale for $~30. I can verify it works. Not fancy-- shows code and you can erase it. O2 sensor lit up the SEL (as it does every so often when I push her hard--even after the TSB reflash was done)-- so at a stop light, hooked up the reader-- read the code, erased, cleared, before the light turned green.
Melting Slicks
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From: Pittsburgh PA
Have you seen the Scan Gauge? http://www.scangauge.com/
