Obd Ii Reader

[Marklouis]

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.

[landar]

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

[Marklouis]

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.

[sump]

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...

[Marklouis]

CAN approved....so look for one that is CAN approved? - because i will be getting my wife a newer Lexus soon...

[landar]

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/

[Marklouis]

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.

[magic]

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.