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Diagnostic Scanner Options?

I have a '98 GM product that recently displayed the "check engine" light. On my older GM I just used jumpers to get a code. Now I'm told that one needs a diagnostic scanner to extract the codes (= hundreds of dollars).

Is there a clone of the OBD-II tester or some cheaper alternative?

I recall that there used to even be a harness and cheap software to hook up to your laptop to give one information. Does it still exist?

thanks in advance

Pete snipped-for-privacy@ncf.ca

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Peter Smith
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You could go to AutoZone and have them use their scanner on it. I know what you're talking about with the OBD II laptop thing, I'm pretty sure that they still produce them but I'm not sure where you can get one.

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Phillip Schmid

Saw a few options on ebay. One called "Creader", for instance. Anyone have any experience with such a unit?

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Peter Smith

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There are other similar units so I'm not saying this one is the best. Records basic engine parameters, trouble codes (you can clear them if wanted) and interfaces with a laptop. I'd like an option to use with a pda but don't think this one does.

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DonW

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tom davin

Well, I just got my AutoXray EzScan pro today - expensive little sucker, but now I can scan the old Chrysler (1988 aldl system) the 94 Poncho (OBD1) and the daughter's 98 Neon (OBD11)- and not only reset codes and read codes, but actually read the sensors and compare the readings to what they SHOULD be. Cost me $325 US plus shipping ($28) and taxes/collection fee, but if it saves replacing a couple of $200 sensors trying to pin down a problem, it's worth it.

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clare

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