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Old Dec 25, 2004 | 10:50 AM
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I have looked for a code reader to my truck 1993 Ford F-150 5,8 and I have found model

Equus 3145 Ford Code Reader at $36.95; is there anybody who this model and knows if its is ok?<o></o>

Or is there a better model on the market at a reasonable price?
 
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Old Dec 26, 2004 | 12:03 PM
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That is the one I purchased and that price is good. It comes with a booklet with instructions and codes. Once you read a code it is a process to determine what is exactly the problem. You will need a repair manual as well.
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Old Dec 26, 2004 | 12:39 PM
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Thanks!

I'll try ordering it.
 
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Old Dec 27, 2004 | 01:14 AM
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don't waste your money. the hanes manual will give you the code #'s and tells you how to use a multimeter. your can get a manual and a multimeter for less money and the multimeter is alot more useful
 
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Old Dec 27, 2004 | 10:35 AM
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checking codes yourself

Welcome to FTE. You can check your trouble codes yourself, see how at www.fordfuelinjection.com under getting trouble codes. Its easy and free.
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