OBD-2 scanner?
Thread Starter
|
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 19,311
Likes: 97
From: Waterloo, Iowa
OBD-2 scanner?
Thinking about buying a scanner for my XLT. That's if they are worth having for preventive maintenance, staying on top of things before problems occur. Not sure if they are useful for that, maybe they are good for seeing trends or setting a baseline. With all that being the case, then, what kind of scanner is recommended? Figuring the cheap units aren't worth the trouble, and so maybe a midrange model might be the way to go. So whattaya think?
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 13,851
Likes: 111
From: SW Va
Thread Starter
|
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 19,311
Likes: 97
From: Waterloo, Iowa
Maybe consider this!!!! https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-scantool.html
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 13,851
Likes: 111
From: SW Va
The ELM327 scantool can be used with a smart phone, ect also & is Way more powerful & less expensive in data info gathering & presentation than any low or medium dollar code reader, or scantool. The ELM327 puts my Actron CP3145 to shame & for Way less of my gold.
If your looking for a hand held corded plug in scantool, with say, graphing displays, its likely gonna cost around, or over $200 & still won't access all of your vehicles controllers/computers that the ELM327 will for around $20!!!!
If your looking for a hand held corded plug in scantool, with say, graphing displays, its likely gonna cost around, or over $200 & still won't access all of your vehicles controllers/computers that the ELM327 will for around $20!!!!
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 13,851
Likes: 111
From: SW Va
As noted in the ELM thread, it can be had with a USB corded hook up configuration, or wireless with WiFi, or Bluetooth, your choice & all are about the same price.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 19,311
Likes: 97
From: Waterloo, Iowa
Hey pawpaw, I did read it, but my eyes start to glaze over on that stuff. Just a simple man doin a simple job, tryin to get through the day. Thanks for the advice!!!
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
Thread Starter
|
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 19,311
Likes: 97
From: Waterloo, Iowa
Well now I'm also looking at ScanGage II and UltraGauge II and some others. They are kind of a hybrid scan tool that are used to provide running diagnostics in real time.
The ELM 327 web page was a little unclear whether they are CAN bus compliant, their application guide stops at 2008, I have a 2009.
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
The ELM 327 web page was a little unclear whether they are CAN bus compliant, their application guide stops at 2008, I have a 2009.
Sent from my iPhone using IB AutoGroup
Freshman User
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 40
Likes: 0
From: Cleveland TN
For simple monitoring & code reading/clearing, I use this:
UltraGauge OBDII Scan tool & Information Center
It's mounted on the front of my dash all the time.
UltraGauge OBDII Scan tool & Information Center
It's mounted on the front of my dash all the time.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
fordtruckman
General Automotive Discussion
2
Dec 18, 2009 06:18 PM
KingRachPrincess
The Next Generation
14
Mar 10, 2006 08:48 PM