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what diagnostic reader ?

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15 Dec 2011 19:36 #28296 by reaper
what diagnostic reader ? was created by reaper
hi guys been looking at getting a code reader , what one would be compatible with my 2001 jlx ?

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15 Dec 2011 21:50 #28316 by grumpy22
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I just got a cheap one of eblag. Just make sure it's obd11 (obd2) cost me under £20 I use it to check for faults on any car I buy

Dead easy.

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16 Dec 2011 08:03 #28323 by Sandez
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I was looking at buying one of these myself so when I have my iPhone or iPad running I can keep an eye on things, and Ill have a nice 10" screen for diagnostics.

Its a lil more exxy at $80 (£55) but suits my needs. Also will need DashCommand for $52 unless you JB or use a free app.

If you use Android I think you can use the cheaper £20 ones using Bluetooth

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16 Dec 2011 17:34 #28380 by reaper
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the reason i asked is because a few site say that the obd2 is not compatible with the older jimny ....in particular the bluetooth and wifi ones dont work with jimny's of any age

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17 Dec 2011 07:40 #28413 by srcars
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationI have one the same as this works great on my 2003 SOHC model, correctly diagnosed my faulty 02 sensor and reset the engine management system. Also displays digital dash on laptop, not recomending seller just type of reader ;)

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18 Dec 2011 16:09 #28551 by Laminak
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Hi reaper B) ,

I have an ELM37 diagnostic reader. I bought it 50€ on this web site EOBD website ;) and the webstore EOBD webstore . this tool is very easy to connect and works perfectly.
My jimny is a 2001 SOCH version B) .

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18 Dec 2011 16:27 #28552 by reaper
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thanks i will take a look at those :)

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18 Dec 2011 18:38 #28566 by teafortwo0789
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Hi, Which version did you go for, Blue Tooth / USB / RS232? I quite like the idea of Blue Tooth and leave in-situ permanently. I've seen another which will talk to my iPhone 4 but not sure if that is the way to go yet. The MaxiScan is OK but a little pricey when compared to the EOBD product. HELP !!!!

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18 Dec 2011 18:47 #28567 by reaper
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as yet i havent made the purchase but i think the bluetooth one is favorite , i can then run it on my droid phone or tablet or laptop
and as you say it can just stay in there no messing around hooking up /removing

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18 Dec 2011 18:56 #28568 by Smoggy
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car mechanics magazine did a product test on obd2 scanners last month. ive got the copy somewhere, will dig it out and give you the low down.

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18 Dec 2011 19:01 #28570 by reaper
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Smoggy wrote: car mechanics magazine did a product test on obd2 scanners last month. ive got the copy somewhere, will dig it out and give you the low down.

thanks man that would be a great help

from doing a bit of searching many of the bluetooth ones are NOT compatible with 2000 on jimnys :(
i think its the obd2 elm327 module's

if anyone KNOWS of one that does work i would appreciate a link

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18 Dec 2011 19:21 #28572 by Smoggy
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just had a look for you - in car mechanics mag nov 2011 they recommend the Gendan EOBD engine package as their best buy 'budget' model, but at £75 its hardly that cheap. Not sure which years/models it covers but this is their web address: www.gendan.co.uk

Hope this helps.

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