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Does anyone have a portable code scanner? Is there anything to stay away from when buying one. I see several in the sub $30 range. I would imagine with a handheld that just reads the codes from the computer, there isn't much that could go wrong. Do they all have the ability to clear the codes?
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Originally posted by Leah -
Can't you clear codes by unhooking the battery?2012 GT500 -
you can, but then you have to re-set every thing.
I've got a few different issues, and would like the option to re-set the codes without having to go through the trouble.Originally posted by LeahComment
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the $30 dollar one will just show the code. Then you can get online to see what the code means. the higher dollar ones give you possible reasons why the code is up. The cheap ones are able to erase the code. I believe there are 4 buttons, up and down and erase and read lol1993 Vibrant Red Cobra #1741.
If you want more inches - Stroke it!!!Comment
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Cool. I don't mind looking the codes up. I've had several issues with this truck. It saves a lot of time and headache if I don't have to go somewhere to get the codes ran.Originally posted by LeahComment
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yep. and you wont get someone telling you that fuel injector cleaner will fix a EVAP leak lol.1993 Vibrant Red Cobra #1741.
If you want more inches - Stroke it!!!Comment
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lol. I've had a laundry list of problems with this truck. One of which was an evap system leak after I replaced the fuel pump the first time. Just replaced the fuel pump a second. The first replacement lasted less than 70K miles. I need to have the computer re-programmed to eliminate the second 02 sensor, I know that code is in there, however, there is no telling what other codes this damn thing has registered.Originally posted by LeahComment
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I've got one similar to this: http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...enu-98568.html
Use a 20% off...
Make sure it's CAN for newer vehicles...Comment
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has anyone used a pc interface? I've seen several in the $20-30 range that allow you to view tps, fuel system, timing, etc.Originally posted by LeahComment
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Most of those I've seen don't have a CAN interface. I have a cheaper Cornwell one that's decent for just checking codes and erasing them I don't use it since we no longer have a Cornwell dealer to update it.Originally posted by black2002ls View Post"It's another burrito, it's a cold Lone Star in my hand!"Comment
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Think mine is an innova 3140 and can be updated. Think i paid couple hundred for it 2 yrs ago.Comment
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Right now Im definitely looking for under $100. even if I end up with a basic scan/clear handheld. I just dropped $600 puting a fuel pump in my truck. I'm far from dfwm baller status!Originally posted by JimD View Post
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897Originally posted by LeahComment
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An Elm327 Bluetooth scanner and the Torque app of Android works good.
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Which bluetooth adapter are you using, I've seen a few different ones.Originally posted by habs4me View PostOriginally posted by LeahComment
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I have the elm327 and torque as well. Works awesome. It does pid and data monitoring even does 6.0l ford diesel stuff and can obd. Torque app is on android market and the elm327 can be bought off of ebay for $30 bucks89 dove grey lx, turbo blowthroughComment
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