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Old May 24, 2011 | 02:27 PM
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what code scanner do I need?
I've got a 94 F150 XLT with a 5.0 with a MAF at the air box. It's a N code truck and a U code trans.

Are there different scanners for different parts of the drive train, or is there 1 that does everything?
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 02:32 PM
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The one computer controls the whole powertrain so you only need one code reader. The Equus 3145 is popular here.
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Conanski
The one computer controls the whole powertrain so you only need one code reader. The Equus 3145 is popular here.
x2 and it's pretty cheap to buy used or new. Autoparts stores like O'Reily's usullay stock 1-2 of them behind the counter for $20-$30.
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 02:42 PM
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X3 on the Equus 3145. Mine just arrived in the mail the other day. No more counting flashes!
 
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X3 on the Equus 3145. Mine just arrived in the mail the other day. No more counting flashes!
Bit of a relief isn't it!?!?!
 
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Old May 24, 2011 | 02:59 PM
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Thanks I'll pick one up on the way home.
 
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Bit of a relief isn't it!?!?!
Yep!!
 
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Yeah I love my Equus. Got it shipped to my door for $22. The only local garage that could scan my truck wanted $40 just for a one time scan!!!
 
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For some reason that one didnt work for me....

Anyone else have any problems with them? Maybe ill try to buy another one cause I cant count these lights to save my life....
 
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I'm new at this...what do you guys mean by count the lights?
 
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When pulling codes the normal way you have to count the CEL flashes to come up with the codes. Its a PITA. Wish that 3145 worked for me..
 
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Hope it works for me to. I've got a 94 also.
 
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Should work without any problems. I would be lost without mine.
 
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equis 3145 is what i had and plan to grab for my truck once i get the ability to get one lol
 
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I have a Innova Equus # 3145 also got it at O'Reily's ,$34.79 out the door after Mexifornia sales tax.
 
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