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Old Feb 4, 2010 | 08:08 PM
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Best Scan tool for OBD I & II

Anyone have good info pros/cons of scan tools. I could use one but I dont want to spend a grand, looking in the 200-300 range. Id like a digital readout any imput or reccomendations?
 
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 09:03 PM
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I have the one that Autozone sells for OBD-II. Actron makes it. It gives a digital display of codes and lets you reset the pcm as well.

They show an AutoXray OBD-I and II scanner # AX2500 for about $200.00
 
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Old Feb 10, 2010 | 09:21 AM
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I bought an ACTRON cp9150 around 2002. It told me everything was fine on my fords and chevys. When the 98 f150 stopped running, it told me "run engine first" Wasn't very useful, not pulling codes GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

Have tried to contact actron 6 times since 2003, by email and postal, about upgrades to read newer models. No results.

Now I've added a dodge sprinter (mercedes) to my garage. Now I need a scanner that does drb2 and drb3. Will NOT be visiting actron site.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 09:35 PM
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I found a Innova 3120 on amazon for 160 Brand new in the box obd I & II. Regularly 250-300 depending on supplier. I love it. Simple to use great instructions included. Easy to read and large display. I cant say enough good about it so far. Used it on my 92 bronco and my girlfirends 01 Explorer. A+ from me
 
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Old Feb 16, 2010 | 07:54 AM
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I have a scan gauge II it works great. monitors all systems computer monitors and will reset hard codes. all live data.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 05:39 PM
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I usually use my Diablosport Predator for OBD-II stuff
 
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Old Feb 18, 2010 | 06:18 PM
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I have that as well. I like to monitor balance rates as well.
 
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