best Scanner

[alwisme]

Just got my 02 Exp. a few months ago. Would to get a code scanner for it..been looking around I like I would like to get one that can ultilize a PC/laptop but I'm open to suggestions on what brand or kind to spend money on..

 

[tonydiv]

So the only thing that you want to do is to read codes?

Why not get a programmer like edge or hypertech that will read codes, display various live engine data and improve performance and fuel economy.

If you really want a pc solution, then just pick up a bluetooth obdII reader. You can get several different programs and even apps to link it to a pc or smartphone.

 

[Canadian Expy]

Edge is more fun

 

[walnuts4x4]

edge CS.... code reader and monitor 8 different parameters at once... plus performance upgrades

 

[alwisme]

thanks for the input guys....going to start saving for a programmer...ordered an bluetooth code scanner for the time being...

 

[2000eb]

thanks for the input guys....going to start saving for a programmer...ordered an bluetooth code scanner for the time being...

let us know how that works i was thinkin bout gettin one to hook up to my old ipod touch so i can monitor different stuff on my corolla, truck has edge lol

 

[ediddily]

I'm also looking for a scanner myself. Are they easy to use? How do the bluetooth hookups work? Do I need software or does it come with the bluetooth device? Which one is user-friendly?

 

[thewizardatst24]

Got the Excelvan ELM327 v1.5 Bluetooth Mini Small Interface OBD2 Scanner Adapter Torque Android through Amazon.com, cost $14.28, shipping $5.05 and matched it up with Torque Pro (OBD 2 & Car) by Ian Hawkins (not sure , think it was abt. $5.00). Works great on LG Lucid. My nephew ( a mechanic) says that it gives more than their $600 scanner.

 

[johnboneske]

DAMN...thats alot of money. I bought mine for $150 and it does Powertrain, ABS codes, etc, and does live run time too. Got it from advance auto parts, it does OBDI and OBDII