Which OBD II scanner to get?
05-23-12, 07:52 AM
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Which OBD II scanner to get?
I have seen plenty in the 300 dollar range, but then I saw this:
All I want to do is clear the VSC code (my gas filler gasket is worn) and the mechanic wants the same money the scanner costs to clear the codes. It would also be nice to see any other codes that may be present.
I did a search and posts aren't really clear on who uses what and if they can clear the codes or not.
It's an 04 LS
All I want to do is clear the VSC code (my gas filler gasket is worn) and the mechanic wants the same money the scanner costs to clear the codes. It would also be nice to see any other codes that may be present.
I did a search and posts aren't really clear on who uses what and if they can clear the codes or not.
It's an 04 LS
Last edited by mannye; 05-23-12 at 11:05 AM.
05-23-12, 01:28 PM
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Looks like it did not work out that well for one of the reviewers...
Re-quoting...
Be careful!! This can be a great tool and has worked in reading and resetting CEL's on my GMC Sonoma, but it can also cause problems with some vehicles. I connected it to my Lexus LS430 and it caused a loss of calibration for the wheel sensors. Aparently the scanner can use a different protocol than the vehicle uses and send signals to the vehicle that can cause issues. Thank goodness there was a manual fix to this VSC light problem that didn't require taking it in to Lexus. In all fairness I must add that I did not contact this product tech support before or after this incident, but I did have the latest revision at the time.
Re-quoting...
Be careful!! This can be a great tool and has worked in reading and resetting CEL's on my GMC Sonoma, but it can also cause problems with some vehicles. I connected it to my Lexus LS430 and it caused a loss of calibration for the wheel sensors. Aparently the scanner can use a different protocol than the vehicle uses and send signals to the vehicle that can cause issues. Thank goodness there was a manual fix to this VSC light problem that didn't require taking it in to Lexus. In all fairness I must add that I did not contact this product tech support before or after this incident, but I did have the latest revision at the time.
05-23-12, 08:19 PM
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I saw that review earlier today and then went ahead and got this. Wish I had seen the post from Lynzoid before I bought this:
http://www.scantool.net/obdlink-sx.html
Regardless, I will take pics and post about how it works for me. At 50 bucks if it just reads the codes and clears them, I will be happy.
http://www.scantool.net/obdlink-sx.html
Regardless, I will take pics and post about how it works for me. At 50 bucks if it just reads the codes and clears them, I will be happy.
05-23-12, 09:59 PM
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Is this it?
http://www.obd2-scanner.com/mini-vci...able-p-97.html
It says "This package do not contain Toyota 22pin connector, so it can only do Toyota 16pin cars."
What kind is LS430? It looks like it is 16 pin
http://www.obd2-scanner.com/mini-vci...able-p-97.html
It says "This package do not contain Toyota 22pin connector, so it can only do Toyota 16pin cars."
What kind is LS430? It looks like it is 16 pin
Last edited by BMW7_LS430; 05-23-12 at 10:05 PM.
05-24-12, 06:56 AM
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Is this it?
http://www.obd2-scanner.com/mini-vci...able-p-97.html
It says "This package do not contain Toyota 22pin connector, so it can only do Toyota 16pin cars."
What kind is LS430? It looks like it is 16 pin
http://www.obd2-scanner.com/mini-vci...able-p-97.html
It says "This package do not contain Toyota 22pin connector, so it can only do Toyota 16pin cars."
What kind is LS430? It looks like it is 16 pin
05-24-12, 09:21 AM
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OBD2 is useless on LS430 (again), as it can only read engine computer (out of 20+ computers in car) and only basic parameters. VSC is totally different unit (one of many).
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06-08-12, 01:53 AM
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Is there a mini vci techstream cable that actually works?
I have tried one from ebay and I think it is a fake. Has the firmware version 1.4.1 that google will reveal as fake version.
I have tried one from ebay and I think it is a fake. Has the firmware version 1.4.1 that google will reveal as fake version.
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Hey I finally got this thing working.
Now running techstream 7.10 and found blown OBD fuse in the kick panel.
Only annoying thing is it clears the vsc zero point calibration everytime you use it.
Now running techstream 7.10 and found blown OBD fuse in the kick panel.
Only annoying thing is it clears the vsc zero point calibration everytime you use it.
06-19-12, 10:26 AM
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Related topic: I bought one of the very cheap ($15 inc. shipping) Bluetooth OBD2 boxes - the ELM327.
I realize that it is limited in its function (will only talk to the Engine ECU, etc.) - Thanks, Lynzoid.
I bought it just for the educational and hobby value, so If I need a "real" one in the future, I will contact Lynzoid.
Now for the quesiton -
Which of the half-dozen or so free software packages has anyone tried and found good, bad, or ugly?
I assume that all of them will at least display engine codes and reset error codes.
Or, are any of the paid packages significantly better?
Thanks for any and all information.
I realize that it is limited in its function (will only talk to the Engine ECU, etc.) - Thanks, Lynzoid.
I bought it just for the educational and hobby value, so If I need a "real" one in the future, I will contact Lynzoid.
Now for the quesiton -
Which of the half-dozen or so free software packages has anyone tried and found good, bad, or ugly?
I assume that all of them will at least display engine codes and reset error codes.
Or, are any of the paid packages significantly better?
Thanks for any and all information.