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Advanced OBDII Trouble Code Reader

This reader will display live data including temperatures, timing, fuel pressure, engine load, Oxygen Sensors Readings, etc.! Also displays complete code description — no need to look codes up in a code book! Works on almost any car from 1996 to present!

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OVERVIEW

Even if you don't repair your vehicle yourself, knowing the Diagnostic Trouble Code number before taking the vehicle in for repair is good knowledge to have. Once the vehicle is repaired, the Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) can be erased and the Check Engine light turned off using this scan tool.

In areas that require a smog test, an illuminated Check Engine light fails the emission test, even if the repaired vehicle might otherwise pass inspection. This OBDII Scan Tool turns off the Check Engine light.

Another highly useful application for the scan tool is purchasing used vehicles. Used vehicles can have all sorts of expensive mechanical or electrical problems. Since our scanner is a portable device, the buyer can connect the scan tool to the vehicle and in a few seconds determine if the vehicle has detected a problem. Remember, not all Diagnostic Trouble Codes illuminate the Check Engine light and a scan tool is the only way to obtain the information.

This reader supports all four OBDII protocols:

  • SAE J1850 PWM
  • SAE J1850 VPW
  • ISO 9141-2
  • ISO 14230 (KWP2000)
  • Attention! – If your vehicles is 2003 or newer, it may require a CAN compatible reader.

WHAT IS CAN?

Controller Area Network (or CAN) is the newest automotive communication protocol. CAN Protocol is around 50 times the speed of the older protocols. CAN was used in some cars starting in 2003, and is said to be the only protocol that will be used after 2007.

For CAN Compatible Scanners, see our store!

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Works with all 1996 and newer cars & trucks that are OBDII compliant.
  • Live Data Stream.
  • DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) meanings are displayed in text mode.
  • Large Backlit LCD Display.
  • Large Database of Diagnostic Trouble Code(s).
  • Clears / Turns off Check Engine Light.
  • Tests I/M Status: Misfire Monitor, Fuel System, O2 System, EGR System, MIL Status.
  • Reads and clears generic and manufacture specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
  • Supports multiple trouble code requests: generic codes, pending codes and manufacturer's specific codes.
  • Highly reliable and accurate.
  • Easy to read backlit LCD display.
  • Easy to use with one plug-in.
  • Safely communicates with the on-board computer.
  • Stand-alone unit with no need for an additional laptop computer to operate.
  • NOT COMPATIBLE WITH CAN PROTOCOL

VEHICLE COVERAGE

Does My Car Have OBDII?

All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1996 were required to be OBDII equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year cars and light trucks are compliant, even if built in late 1995.

Two factors will show if your vehicle is definitely OBDII equipped:

  1. There will be an OBDII connector located under or around the dashboard, and
  2. There will be a note on a sticker or nameplate under the hood: "OBDII compliant".

Where is the connector located? The connector must be located within three feet of the driver and must not require any tools to be revealed. Look under the dash and behind ashtrays.
OBD sticker

The Three Flavors of OBDII

While the parameters, or readings, required by OBDII regulations are uniform, the auto manufacturers had some latitude in the communications protocol they used to transmit those readings to scanners. Naturally, each felt they had the one true way, so we have three different OBDII communications protocols in use.

What Communications Protocol does my vehicle use?

As a rule of thumb, GM cars and light trucks use SAE J1850 VPW (Variable Pulse Width Modulation). Chrysler products and all European and most Asian imports use ISO 9141 circuitry. Fords use SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) communication patterns.
There are some variations among captive imports such as the Cadillac Catera, a German Opel derivative, which uses the European ISO 9141 protocol.

On 1996 and later vehicles, you can tell which protocol is used by examining the OBDII connector:
J1850 VPW — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, and 16, but not 10.
ISO 9141–2 — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 4, 5, 7, 15, and 16.
J1850 PWM — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, 10, and 16.

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OBDII Trouble Code Reader

COMPATIBILITY

Some compatible vehicles include: Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Acura, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Daewoo, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infinity, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Peugeot, Pontiac, Porsche, Renault, Saab, Saturn, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, and many others.
(Note: may not be compatible with some VW, Audi, and Subaru vehicles)

For a complete list of tested vehicles, click on the link below: ↓

Vehicles Tested with OBDII Scanner

**Note: If your vehicle is not on this list it does not mean that the scanner will not work for you. This is only a list of tested vehicles.

***Note: Not compatible with CAN (Controller Area Network) protocol (on a few 2003 and newer vehicles). Please check before ordering.

For VW/Audi Specific or CAN Compatible Scanners, see our store!


SCANNER OPERATION


  • Turn off the ignition switch. Find the 16pin OBD2 diagnostic connector and plug in the tool. When the "Press any key to start diagnosis" message is displayed, turn on the ignition switch and press any key to continue.
  • This tool will auto scan which protocol is used by the vehicle. PLEASE WAIT!
  • After scanning, the screen will display the test mode selection menu. Press [up] or [down] to select the test mode you want to use.
  • If you select [Professional Mode], the tool will ask you to select the vehicle make.
  • Select a make and press [left arrow] key. The screen will display the function menu.
  • Select [READ DTC]. The screen will ask you select [ALL DTC] or [PENDING DTC]. Select one and press [left arrow] key, if there is no DTC, it will display [NO TROUBLE CODE!]
  • Otherwise it will display the first DTC and its description. Press [down] key to view the next DTC, if any. Press [up] key to review the previous DTC. Press [right arrow] to return step 5
  • Select [ERASE DTC] in step 7, you can clear all DTCs of your car.
  • Select [DATA STREAM] at step 5, the screen will display the live data. Press [up] or [down] to scroll the screen. You can start the engine when doing this step.

SPECIFICATIONS/DIMENSIONS


  • Backlit LCD Pixel Display
  • Operating Temp. – 0 to 50 C
  • External Power: 10.0 to 15.5 volts provided via vehicle battery
  • Temperature: -10 – 40
  • 16-pin OBDII Standard Socket

SAMPLE SCREENSHOTS


advanced menu screen