Diagnostic Scanner Options?

Question

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

Phillip Schmid · Accepted Answer

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.

Peter Smith · Answer

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

DonW · Answer

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

tom davin · Answer

Alex Peper has a system for all or most cars $182.00 go to  I haveone and am still learning to use it, it caan diagnose all code errors and ifyou know any computer language you can dven change the information on yourcars ecm

clare · Answer

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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