School me on code readers
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School me on code readers
I picked up an offtopic rig('06 mustang) with a 4.0L v6(same as some rangers) so i figure this is probably an appropriate question for here...
What do i look for on a code reader, and does anyone have a suggestion on brands/models?
I've never owned a modern computerized rig so i've never had a need for one. I guess it might be handy if i can use it on the GF's '86 302 f150 too(It's injected)
What do i look for on a code reader, and does anyone have a suggestion on brands/models?
I've never owned a modern computerized rig so i've never had a need for one. I guess it might be handy if i can use it on the GF's '86 302 f150 too(It's injected)
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Have here a 2001 SportTracJob2 V6~4.0L~SOHC & 2008 Edge V6~3.5L~DOHC, both with OnBoardDiagnostic2\OBD2 Port under the Dash.
For many years I kept a basic OBD2 Scanner that would read & reset only the StandardSAE TroubleCodes;
I now also have the items below, which allow extensive access to TroubleCodes, Signals & Configurations:
OBDLink#MX+ Module with WirelessBTto AndroidPhonwith OBDLinkApp+ ForScanLite+ TorquePro
* Reads+Resets+Graphs both StandardSAE & ProprietaryOEM Data
* DashBoardMode for viewing Temps & Signals while Driving
* Used for Routine Maintenance & DailyMonitoring
OBDLink#EX Module with CabledUSBto WindowsPCwith OBDLinkWiz+ ForScanLLE
* Reads+Resets+Graphs+Configures both StandardSAE & ProprietaryOEM Data
* Faster & easier than ToggleSwitch ELM327 ComsModules
* Used for InDepth Maintenance & Configurations
Above ODB2 items are personal preference; there are many options which vary widely in cost & function.
An Ohm+Volt+Amp\MultiMeter is also handy+essential; using the same digital Fluke meter 30years+ now.
Very happy with these OBD2 Scanners+Apps; has likely saved me several thousand $s,
being able to diagnos+repair items myself & avoid throwing parts+money at a problem with otherwise unknown cause.
Hopefully this helps.
Click here for more info on the OBD2 Port & Scanners.
For many years I kept a basic OBD2 Scanner that would read & reset only the StandardSAE TroubleCodes;
I now also have the items below, which allow extensive access to TroubleCodes, Signals & Configurations:
OBDLink#MX+ Module with WirelessBTto AndroidPhonwith OBDLinkApp+ ForScanLite+ TorquePro
* Reads+Resets+Graphs both StandardSAE & ProprietaryOEM Data
* DashBoardMode for viewing Temps & Signals while Driving
* Used for Routine Maintenance & DailyMonitoring
OBDLink#EX Module with CabledUSBto WindowsPCwith OBDLinkWiz+ ForScanLLE
* Reads+Resets+Graphs+Configures both StandardSAE & ProprietaryOEM Data
* Faster & easier than ToggleSwitch ELM327 ComsModules
* Used for InDepth Maintenance & Configurations
Above ODB2 items are personal preference; there are many options which vary widely in cost & function.
An Ohm+Volt+Amp\MultiMeter is also handy+essential; using the same digital Fluke meter 30years+ now.
Very happy with these OBD2 Scanners+Apps; has likely saved me several thousand $s,
being able to diagnos+repair items myself & avoid throwing parts+money at a problem with otherwise unknown cause.
Hopefully this helps.
Click here for more info on the OBD2 Port & Scanners.
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