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Old 06-19-2007, 07:38 AM
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Default What OBDII scanner to buy?

I need to check codes for the SES popping on my car. What scanner is the most userfriendly but won't put a big hole in my pocket? Can someone also point me were to get em?

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Old 06-19-2007, 08:57 AM
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I use an Actron. You can get'em at Pep Boys, AutoZone, Kragen/Schucks/Parts America.
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This is what I got

http://www.amazon.com/Equus-3100-Dia...2275405&sr=1-6

Old 06-20-2007, 05:46 AM
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This one is a little expensive but it seems to do a very good job and lets you monitor quite a bit through the OBDII port. It is cheaper on eBay then on their site though.

http://www.autoenginuity.com/
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Cipher can scan and do minor ECU tweaking... Need a laptop though.

http://www.alteredatmosphere.com/mm5...egory_Code=NEW
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this is a good idea, never thought about this
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I bought the Actron Pocket Scan. It is small, has the cord permanently attached, and fits in the pocket on the back of my driver's seat (g35). It was the smallest one I could find, only has 2 buttons and it works!!! I bought it at sears. it is the small one in this picture. I think it was about $80.
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