I have a car workshop and am on the lookout for an electronic car diagnostic tool, I've searched the web and have seen numerous products. Can any1 shortlist some of the top tools available. I want to find and erase error codes and be able to reset them on most of the modern cars.
2007-03-25 12:00:07 · 1 answers · asked by Regnex 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If that is all you want to do, you can do that with a cheapie code reader from Auto-Zone.
Consider this-
For proper diagnostics, many times the tech has to be able to see more than DTCs. He has to also be able to read the freeze-frame, as well as see live date, and if he wants control of the system to verify failures/repairs, the equipment must also be capable of bi-directional communication.
The ability to read Mode $06 and $07 data is also valuable.
Add to this list the upcoming CAN protocol (Controller Area Network) requirement that most current code readers cannot communicate with, and the capabilities just fell to the floor.
There are a few possibilities, some very expensive (V-Tronics, SnapOn MODIS, etc.) and some not so expensive.
I use a SnapOn 2500, and as good as it is, it is a bit long of tooth, and probably won't be supported much longer by the manufacturer.
If all you want is to read and clear codes, the cost is relatively inexpensive, < $15.00 for a good one (be certain you get CAN compatibility). If you want what it takes to do the real job, expect to shell out several thousand dollars to start, and the annual updates add to the cost.
Check into some of the PC laptop based software nd cable kits. If you already have the laptop, the kits run about $900.00 to $1400.00, and the updates are frequently cheaper and down-loadable from the 'Net.
Happy Motoring
2007-03-25 12:23:55 · answer #1 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Best Automotive Diagnostic Tools
2016-11-02 23:22:40 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best tools are only good if you can decipher what they can do. So really the best tool is knowledge followed by experience to know what to do with what the scanners show. I would start out simple and progress from there when your knowledge catches up. Dealers today use laptops to reflash software in to car modules. This is an example of some non DIY applications. HTH
2014-02-22 00:15:20 · answer #3 · answered by ponderer 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Car diagnosis tools are professional diagnostic tools for cars. They cover most of the car brands including European cars, American cars, Japanese cars, German cars, Chinese cars and other cars all over the world. From BMW, Mercedes Benz, Porsche, GM, Ford, Peugeot, Citroen, Fiat, Volvo, Renault to Toyota, Honda, Nissan, KIA, HYUNDAI, and also other diesel vehicles.
Here are professional car diagnostc tools for specific cars. For example, OPS/GT1 for BMW, Star C3/C4 for Mercedes Benz, KTS520 for Porsche, VCM for Ford, Lexia-3 for Citroen/Peugeot, VAS 5054A for VAG and so on. And also you can find universal auto scan tools, such as Autel Maxidas DS708, JBT-VGP and other multi-diagnostic obd2 tools. They are very suitable for those auto repair technicians in workshop.
http://www.careucar.com/wholesale/car-diagnostic-tools/
2014-08-10 15:52:01 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Got a Genisys a few weeks ago and so far have been very impressed. Before that I worked primarily with a Snap-On scanner which is getting quite old.
2007-03-25 12:23:06 · answer #5 · answered by Naughtums 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Snap-On Verus PRO.
2014-06-13 12:03:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-03-17 05:02:28 · answer #7 · answered by Bonnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋