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Old 10-14-2018, 11:11 AM
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Got the dreaded "Reduced Engine Power/ Service traction control system" on the DIC yesterday so I'm looking for a recommendation for a good Scan tool. Any suggestions?

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Old 10-14-2018, 11:17 AM
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Dont know if it is the best - dont really care but this is nice one and I like it. I bought mine new off Ebay

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I recently had a check engine icon pop up on my dashboard so I bought a Zurich ZR8 code reader from ...gulp...Harbor Freight. The unit was less than $100. & works perfectly on my 2010 Corvette
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You can also stop by just about any of the "big box" auto parts stores & they will read codes for you at no cost.,
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I purchased this one and really like it so far...
https://www.amazon.com/BlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android/dp/B00652G4TS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1539611944&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=bluedriver+obd2+scanner&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/BlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android/dp/B00652G4TS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1539611944&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=bluedriver+obd2+scanner&psc=1
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Thanks for the tips guys!
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search Amazon... here is one for 19.99....

Manfiter [2018 Upgraded] OBD2 Scanner Auto Car OBDii 2 Code Reader CAN Diagnostic Scan Handheld Tool Check Engine Light Trouble Codes Vehicle

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I use a cheap blue tooth OBDII reader I bought off Ebay and the Torque app on my phone. Code reader and a few other fun things to play with/watch.
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Pretty much anything you can buy that plugs into your obd2 port that reads codes is fine. I got mine from Advance Auto Parts. If you’re only wanting codes don’t spend big money on one.

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