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Old May 30, 2016 | 05:31 PM
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Which tool for OBD 1 scanning?
I need recommendations for an OBD 1 code tool, I just want to get a code I can lookup, check engine bulb is bad and Im not pulling dash just to count the blinks. just want my codes.

Anyone have a tool they use?
 
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Old May 30, 2016 | 05:47 PM
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An equus 3145 will read/store/display the codes. Very easy to use.
 
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An equus 3145 will read/store/display the codes. Very easy to use.
X2...great tool investment.
 
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Does it come with a booklet to tell me what each code means?
 
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Does it come with a booklet to tell me what each code means?
Yes it does, but I use my Ford service manual for the code definitions.
 
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