Recommend me a Diagnostic Code Reader

[Slip_Kid]

I am looking for a Diagnostic Code Reader, just something for home use. Something like the one below.

http://www.amazon.com/Equus-3030-Innova-Diagnostic-Vehicles/dp/B000EVYGQY/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1322253601&sr=1-4

 

[38Chevy454]

I have one similar to that, it works good to read the codes. But the tool does not give data as far as the actual sensor or value that is out of spec and setting the code, so you have to figure out what is actually causing that code. For home use I find it works fine.

 

[ptschram]

I have one similar to that, it works good to read the codes. But the tool does not give data as far as the actual sensor or value that is out of spec and setting the code, so you have to figure out what is actually causing that code. For home use I find it works fine.

Any OBD scanner will require the operator to understand the theory of operation to determine what is causing the condition resulting in the DTC being logged.

For quick and dirty, non-CAN BUS stuff, I use a cheapie Actron scanenr that runs about $35 at Wal-Mart.

 

[Jaralaccs]

I have this with a matco logo on it

http://www.amazon.com/OTC-3108-PocketScan-Code-Reader/dp/B003E0UZGW/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1322262018&sr=1-1

I'd say 20-30% of the time it doesn't know the definition of the code, but if all you need is just the # it works fine.
does readiness monitors too btw

 

[Slip_Kid]

Any OBD scanner will require the operator to understand the theory of operation to determine what is causing the condition resulting in the DTC being logged.

For quick and dirty, non-CAN BUS stuff, I use a cheapie Actron scanenr that runs about $35 at Wal-Mart.

I mainly want to find out what the "check engine" light trouble is. I have two cars the I need this tool to work with. A 2004 Impala and the 2009 Camry. Do I need the CAN feature with these cars?

 

[gte718p]

I use this one. It's a little more expensive, but I'm very happy with it. I also use it for real time monitoring on my truck.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AAMY86/?tag=atomicindus08-20