Marklouis Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 I want to purchase a OBD II reader so i can check for codes on my Lexus and also the rest of my family's vehicles..does anyone have a suggestion on what to buy? ive seen them for anywhere at $40, $100 and up. about $140 will be my budget - i will be shopping around and will post any good deals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landar Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 I have an Actron OBD II AutoScanner CP9175. Pretty nice unit but I think it is post 1996 cars only. Check it out: http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP9175-AutoSc...4207&sr=1-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marklouis Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 Thanks for the QR! I'm sure that would work on a 95 LS - i could only try and see, a special adapter may be needed...i will post my findings in December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sump Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I have an Actron OBD II AutoScanner CP9175. Pretty nice unit but I think it is post 1996 cars only. Check it out:http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP9175-AutoSc...4207&sr=1-1 The problem with that scanner is it is not CAN approved and will be junk if the perons ever gets a newer car... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marklouis Posted November 28, 2008 Author Share Posted November 28, 2008 CAN approved....so look for one that is CAN approved? - because i will be getting my wife a newer Lexus soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landar Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I have an Actron OBD II AutoScanner CP9175. Pretty nice unit but I think it is post 1996 cars only. Check it out:http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP9175-AutoSc...4207&sr=1-1 The problem with that scanner is it is not CAN approved and will be junk if the perons ever gets a newer car... A Code Reader can be used to read and erase diagnostic trouble codes as well as other additional features depending on the tool. These tools work on all vehicles 1996 and newer. All Actron Code Readers are CAN compliant. Now, if you are really into cars and what is going on inside the engine, check out this tool. Very neat. You use your computer to show a virtual dashboard of all kinds of info. Its costs more but could be a fun toy! http://www.autotap.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marklouis Posted December 2, 2008 Author Share Posted December 2, 2008 I have an Actron OBD II AutoScanner CP9175. Pretty nice unit but I think it is post 1996 cars only. Check it out:http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP9175-AutoSc...4207&sr=1-1 The problem with that scanner is it is not CAN approved and will be junk if the perons ever gets a newer car... A Code Reader can be used to read and erase diagnostic trouble codes as well as other additional features depending on the tool. These tools work on all vehicles 1996 and newer. All Actron Code Readers are CAN compliant. Now, if you are really into cars and what is going on inside the engine, check out this tool. Very neat. You use your computer to show a virtual dashboard of all kinds of info. Its costs more but could be a fun toy! http://www.autotap.com/ Thanks for the link - that is most awesomness - yes, i would like a PC capable reader cause i like to know details, just got to save up some pennies and ask for gift cards for christmas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magic Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 If the price is 199 then it is reasonable for the whole diagnostic kit. I wonder if they could cater for Japanese and European imports like Lexus and the European cars? I am going to inquire from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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