XXPAXX

Looking for suggestions on a simple device to read and clear codes on my 2014 Stingray.
Thanks!!!!

Kracka

I use my Diabo InTune on all my cars and it works well. Bonus, you can also tune the engine

bigsapper

If you're just looking for simple/cheap, your local auto parts stores has them as cheap as $15.

Personally, I recommend the Torque app and an appropriate dongle.

iclick

I have the BAFX BT OBD2 ELM327 dongle and Torque app ($5 version) and they work fine together for generic CEL-related issues. Will not read model-specific codes like ABS, etc.

XXPAXX

Thanks for the replies, Torque app looks like a good way to go. Now have to find the correct dongle to work with an iphone!

Cjunkie

I can help if you want simple.......push your OnStar button and ask for diagnostics.

XXPAXX

Didn't know that OnStar could do that.

Can they clear the code????

Jeff V.

No, but I'm sure they'd be happy to direct you to your nearest Chevrolet dealership, where they will charge you several hundred dollars to repair the problem that caused the light in the first place.

bigsapper

Torque is Android only, no iPhone. I actually switched from iPhone to Android because of this, but I had some specific requirements.

Most of the dongles, whether Bluetooth or WiFi, come with a basic app that at a minimum will read and clear codes. There are other decent apps that will work with most dongles too.

XXPAXX

Appreciate your help, all this crap is new to me.

bigsapper

Not the cheapest solution but is reliable without issues.
http://www.obdlink.com/mxwf/

The primary problem with iPhone is they won't allow Bluetooth.

The above dongle comes with the Apple app included which is pretty good. It definitely reads and clears codes. Has a lot of other features that allow realtime monitoring suing the provided app or other free/cheap apps, like DashCommand.

Primary issue with functionality has to due with lacking features in the Apple app due to their walled garden model.

2nd, is don't leave it plugged in if you're not using it. You'll avoid problems with battery drains and possibly with the dongle setting codes on starting.

Bill Dearborn

Since the model you linked is a WiFi model and works with iPhone through WiFi why is the lack of Bluetooth an issue? The WiFi version should work with any phone that connect to a WiFi.

Bill

bigsapper

It's not really. Most of the better apps work best with BT, tho. There are a few iPhone BT dongles but they're expensive due to lincesing costs with Apple.

Before I got a Samsung, I was using GoPoint BT1 with Track Addict.

VetteDrmr

This little guy has worked well for me on every car I've worked on: domestic, euro, asian, etc. My '14 C7 was no problem. Costs $99.


HTH, and have a good one,
Mike

Cjunkie

Yes they can diagnose and give you the codes/numbers.
They cannot clear any codes but if you have OnStart you never have to pay for a diagnosis.

XXPAXX

We have the basic level of OnStar so I'll have to look into what info they can provide.

Will still need the ability to clear a code so I'll most likely purchase an inexpensive device to do that.

Thanks for the help!!!!!!!

VetteDrmr

A quick bit of advice: don't get the cheapest code reader/clearer you can find. Our cars (not just Vettes) are totally dependent on these diagnostic codes for any kind of repairs. Get one that will read/clear codes, plus read codes from ABS, maybe from airbags, and one that will show some real-time data. Doesn't have to handle the unique manufacturer data/codes, but all the baseline OBD-II data for sure.

Whether it's a Lemur or other product, get something that'll serve you well for all your cars.

HTH, and have a good one,
Mike