One thats around $100.00, but its accurate in its description. Its for a 97 Olds Achieva. I'd like to beable to plug it in myself, and get a code that I can look up to find the problem. Thanks
2006-12-22 07:20:24 · 3 answers · asked by Matthew K 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
tried a so called, "real tech" and have spent way to much money having one try to fix the problem, i want to try a different angle.
2006-12-23 01:37:02 · update #1
Any good auto parts carry one, just be sure to get one that is OBDll compatible and the codes are in English. Some of the cheaper ones just list the code which you have to cross reference. the better ones give it to you directly. Shop around until you feel comfortable with your purchase.
2006-12-22 07:55:14 · answer #1 · answered by gary o 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
None.
All code readers do is give you a code, which records a symptom, not the problem. They don't tell you what's wrong, what to fix or even how to go about finding what is wrong or how to fix it. As a true diagnstic tool code readers are next to worthless. This is why real diagnostic techs have scanners that can cost $5-10,000, plus $600-1,000 in year updates.
If your getting so many check engine lights that you think it is a good idea to spend $100 on a code reader I might suggest instead spending that money for the down-payment on a better vehicle.
2006-12-22 16:25:48 · answer #2 · answered by Naughtums 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are by Actron and I like mine :)
Most parts store carry them
2006-12-22 07:23:03 · answer #3 · answered by mustangmanll 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋