OBD2 Scanner - Lateral-g Forums

ItDoRun · #1 10-24-2015, 05:40 PM

I'd like to purchase a scanner. Any recommendations on brand/model?

**Sieg** · #2 10-24-2015, 09:58 PM

I have no first hand experience but I was just looking into one and Innova appears to have a wide product offering with high average reviews on Amazon.
http://www.innova.com/

**GregWeld** · #3 10-25-2015, 06:46 AM

I have an OBD II "app" on my iPhone --- it's free --- but the cable you have to buy is $99

Just make sure you read the reviews on any app you may buy... and make sure you understand the real cost... vs buying a scan tool

cpd004 · #4 10-25-2015, 06:56 AM

I was just looking at one of these at my local auto parts store. They had Bosch units which are also the ones who make the Tech 2 used at GM dealers I'm told. It was well made, but was some $40 cheaper on line.

ErikLS2 · #5 10-25-2015, 08:42 AM

The latest Matco flier has one I'm thinking of getting, for $299. It looks like it provides a lot of info for the money and a lot better than any of the other "generic" ones I've seen, plus does ABS and SRS codes too. Flier says "for a limited time" only, not sure what that means. Might buy one this week when he comes.

ItDoRun · #6 10-25-2015, 09:07 AM

I've never used one these before and assume that you have to input what vehicle your troubleshooting. How do these things work in an old car with new technology because obviously a 68 Camaro with an LS isn't gonna be an option to choose from?

cpd004 · #7 10-25-2015, 09:45 AM

I've used several. Some auto detect and done you input the info yourself. For my car, I choose the vehicle the ECM is from and it works fine. One of the nicest I used was the Snap On Solus, but it's very expensive.