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Old May 5, 2007 | 12:52 AM
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What is a good code reader?
 
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(Click here) thats the best one out there
If you just have a check engine light take it into autozone, they check/ clear codes for free.
 
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I understand that superchips will read codes is that true? If so I might just get that. Then get a few more pony's
 
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Ya superchips and the edge evolution programmer will read/clear codes.
 
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Thanks I am on my way to the parts store now to get one, told the wife I need it to read the code but really I want it to play with hee hee and to read the code
 
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autoe is the way to go if ya want a good scanner
 
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Had to order the Superchip it will be here Wed. can't wait to use it.
 
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Make sure you get an egt gauge before you load up the programming, especially if you tow
 
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Ok I will get one ASAP thanks for the help.
 
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