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Jun 9, 2024 | 03:55 PM

carlsson

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SRS scan tool

What is a relatively inexpensive scan tool for srs/airbag system DTC reading and reset? 2016 f350 pickup.

Jun 9, 2024 | 04:00 PM

aquanaut20

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Are you determining suitability based on your pocket book, or want a good serviceable tool ?

Keep in mind you can either pay for a good scanner or spend the same $$ on not needed parts..

Jun 9, 2024 | 05:19 PM

carlsson

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I just want a scan tool that can read srs fault codes and reset without overpaying. There is a Kzyee brand on ebay for $70, harbor freight has another brand one for $140, but I've never had to diagnose srs system before so I wanted to find out what others have used and recommend.

Jun 9, 2024 | 05:36 PM

aquanaut20

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Originally Posted by carlsson

I just want a scan tool that can read srs fault codes and reset without overpaying. .

So what you are looking for is a code reader not a diagnostic scanner, that leads to guessing and throwing parts.

You will need a good scanner and/or a scope to diagnose SRS circuits.. and that will not meet your budget restraints.

Jun 9, 2024 | 06:43 PM

carlsson

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I just need to see if there is still a fault code for the drivers seatbelt pretensioner because I had safety restore rebuild it, yet airbag light is still on. I need to know if I need to send the seatbelt back to them, or buy a new one from Ford dealer, or is some other problem now. The ford dealer told me the fault was in the drivers seatbelt before I sent it in originally. Truck was wrecked before i bought it, i dont know if pretensioner deployed or not.

Jun 9, 2024 | 08:50 PM

aquanaut20

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If you have a CEL, there will be a code, diagnose, codes are a direction not a solution.

Cannot tell you how many people have come to me after spending $$$, on guess work..