Ivan is just low-key flexing his scanner collection! 😂

@rodx5571

3 ай бұрын

when you do diagnosis for a living, the collection grows. Mine isnt as comprehensive as his, but i have several. I have 2 Snap On solus (a plus and an ultra) and i use them nearly daily. My Solus Plus is the only one in the shop with secure gateway. So I unfortunately do the newer FCA diagnostic -stuff. For across the shop wireless monitoring nothing beats an Autel MAXISYS Elite. I use it to watch engine temp, oxygen sensors and fuel trims. I set alarms for out of bounds and keep the scanner close by.

Enjoying this channel a lot. Your insights and your whole channel are underated. Keep the videos coming👍

Thanx Ivan for going over the scanners. Appreciate it very much and this has helped me a lot. Thanx again.

This is just the video i wanted to see. Planning on buying a new scan tool. Thanks for the great info and recommendations. 👍

As an automotive locksmith the gold standard is an Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro. An Autel 508 has the same IMMO programming as the 608 for a lot less. The 608 is also a full functioning scan tool in addition to the IMMO. The 508 is just an IMMO. We have a 608, two 508's, two KM100's (never used them as of yet), two Smart Pro's, SmartBox, and a few Chinese knockoffs. Believe it or not we have had a couple cars fail to program a fob with the heavy hitters and for kicks we fired up a Chinese knockoff and it programmed. If I could only choose one and I hate token machines as this is, it would be the Smart Pro. It's big bulky, annoying and expensive but it's the most reliable. Any flavor of Autel can brick a Honda BCM. When programming a Honda key or Fob and it asks for a date verification even if correct ALWAYS choose no. It doesn't write correctly to the BCM when choosing yes. Ask me how I know. :(

@athhud

7 ай бұрын

In your experience, what would you recommend as the absolute cheapest tool a fella could get by with when only programming domestic brand smart keys? I don’t care if it is slow, needs half a dozen cords plugged into it, or requires soldering to eeproms. I just want something that will get the job done on the very rare occasions I need it and can pay for itself the few times I use it, before it becomes obsolete. Generating seed codes would be worth an extra couple of hundred or less, but I could get by fine with tokens.

@scotts4125

7 ай бұрын

@@athhud I'm more familiar with the high end of the spectrum do to the volume and type of cars we have in Boca Raton. In your situation I would suggest the Autel KM100. That is going to give you the best bang for the buck. It will do most domestics but . . . We have run into a few GM 2021 trucks that no programmer we have will do them. 2 expensive programmers say they can do them but I haven't seen any videos or reviews if they actually work. At the moment we have to send those to the dealer. Other than that the KM100 should be perfect for you. It's around $400 to $500. We have 2 of them and never used them yet but plenty of locksmiths are using them. I think they also have free updates which is huge. For ease of use my guys mainly use the Autel 508 and 608. There isn't any eeprom work on domestics for making keys at least. That's mainly on older Toyota's and some Euro trash.

@shieldcracker

7 ай бұрын

@@scotts4125 KM

@athhud

7 ай бұрын

@@scotts4125 thanks! The KM100 was on my short list. The GMT800 are all over the place here and the KM100 would also be capable of mileage correction via eeprom (from my understanding) for those notorious instrument cluster swaps.

@santiagoc1466

6 ай бұрын

@@athhude

Great video Ivan as always. These are some smoking good deals on these scanners. I need to update mine so thank you for this information video.

The K10 supports CANFD and DoIP so support a lot of cars 2018 and newer, so that might sway it for you.

The biggest problem I encounter in the UK is with cars requiring replacement of security related modules (BCM, PCM etc). None of these aftermarket scan tools cover this feature now and dealer level software requires a lengthy (and expensive!) application process. I am thankful to be nearing retirement. I fear for the future of independent repair shops, particularly here in Europe. We are being forced out of the industry, and, the dealerships are only as good as the techs they have working there. Technology still does not completely replace knowledge and experience.

@Blazer02LS

8 ай бұрын

HMM, many of the US tools will allow full access. BUT I've talked to friends over there and your MUCH more restricted in what you can do than the US is.

@biz4twobiz463

8 ай бұрын

Understand that concern in UK. The better business model moving forward, is that mechanic shops become "specialists" towards certain manufacturers. That way only purchasing those specific manufacturers software licensing. Besides... "specialists" get to charge more per hr anyway. haha

@bobbg9041

7 ай бұрын

You can always buy a tool made for the US market but unless you use a VPN service you probably won't be able to upgrade it. You might not be able to buy it but you could have someone in the usa buy and ship it to you. But you would be better off trying to get the laws changed Like Americans did.

@consaka1

7 ай бұрын

Dealer techs are generally incompetent. All they seem to be able to do is paint by number and they don't even get that right a good share of the time. Almost lost a tire on the freeway from a dealership. You'd think they would know how to do something simple like torquing down lugnuts.

@iam1smiley1

6 ай бұрын

​@@biz4twobiz463yes, I see the industry breaking into specialties as well. Other breakdowns will be ADAS specialties, electric and hybrid cars, battery rebuilders for said electric car, electrical nightmare specialist 😂 etc

I have the launch version of that Immobilizer programmer, the box where you put the keys on. It works with any x431 based scanner. This is a powerful tool. It will do all keys lost on Mercedes, VW and BMW. It clones and programs ecu’s and TCM for Mercedes, VW, BMW and GM .

thanks for posting. i appreciate the information

I bought the Thinktool Pros for my VW . I do like it, but they dont give many details when they give you an update. Just my observations. I keep my Vag-Com in back pocket. 425k miles and going. Currently working on scoping my 225 hp E-tec outboard 2 strokenengine. Thanks for all you videos. I wil be up when I do a camand lifter replacement. Car runs like a Swiss clock.

Great info Ivan !

At the recommendation of another channel, I picked up the "2022 Elite LAUNCH X431 GM". It's small but quite powerful with bi-directional capability aimed at the DIY. It's one limitation is it's limited to GM products. I see other models limited to Honda and another for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep. With Amazon prime day, they're $120. It seems like an outstanding value for those working on their own cars. Updates, it says "lifetime" but it looks like the expiration date is quite a ways down the road.

Thanks Ivan for this video. Damn I missed the sales time. I like the launch scanner. Hopefully they will go on sale at a later date. I procrastinated with the ThinkToolProS around this time two years ago and they had it back on sale around Christmas. I grabbed it then. I love the ThinkTool ProS but you can never have to many scanners plus I’m a Dodge person so the Launch could come in handy later on.

Thanks ivan just what 'i asked for the other week.

Ivan, I really enjoy watching your videos. I only work on my own vehicles and always wanted a scanner to diagnose the check engine lights. I ended up picking up the Launch CRP123E as my first scanner just a few weeks ago. I have a 2011 Durango, 2013 camaro and an 02 Dodge Caravan. The scanner seems to work well with them so far but since I only know some basics would it be worth getting the LAUNCH X431 CRP919EBT since I only deal with mostly those vehicles? Do you know of any in depth videos that detail all the different modes of scanners for us DYIers at home? Your trouble shooting skills are top level, better than I have seen anywhere else, thanks for making these videos. Take care.

@kingbolen_official

8 ай бұрын

CRP919EBT is not bad for home diy mehanics

Pay attention to what devices can use autoauth and what future software upgrades cost per year.

Good reviews. If anybody has ever been on the Iatn, when this question of which scanner to have comes up, there's always the same answers.

Love the channel and thanks for all the awesome content! I do have a small favor/request.... I'm looking to purchase the mk808s-ts but I'm having a really hard time finding out how it's bidirectional functions stand up to other, more capable tools. I love that it's BT and does TPMS but I have seen scan tools that claim to be bidirectional and were more of a lube tech level scanner. Can you please do a video of your new MK808s-ts when it comes in that can showcase it's BD functions list compared to a full BD tool? Thank you!!!

When my Thinktool pros was damaged in a fire, I reached out to the original seller for a replacement. They sent me the kingbolen k10. It was DOA in that the touchscreen digitizer did not work at all. I sent it back and had them send me another pros. Still a great tool.

Thank you for this video.

Ran into a locked gateway (SGW) today on a 2020 Dodge. What a racket! Same exact issue I could not do anything with my thinkdiag, thinktool, ended up getting in with my Autel but it shouldn’t have been that difficult.

Thank you for making this video! I was looking for a scan tool and saw your video, I purchased the Launch CRP 919E BT and I love it so much! It does pretty much everything the expensive ones can do only for $450.

@MotorizedChuck

6 ай бұрын

I also recently purchased the launch x431 elite pro 2023. This morning I got my friend to let me give it a through go threw. I was originally trained on the Modus when it came out. So I may have unrealistic expectations?? The x431 cont to be slow in loading all the parameters, sensors and tests capable. And I am not impressed with how few actual tests it was able to perform. My question for you, an I do rusty and need to get used to it with patience or does it actually read, sense and test as much as y'all are bragging it up with?? Or, do I need to pay for upgraded software?

@meltdownblitz

3 ай бұрын

I was considering this one. Do you know if it will program keys? I mostly have older Cars under 2016.

@MotorizedChuck

3 ай бұрын

You have to buy the immo blue tooth add on. This add on does the keys. On this same note, I recommend you get the VSP 600 inspection video scope and the BST 360. With these 3 add ons, this unit is a beast

Thank you your insight.

Umm, Ivan. When exactly did you try to use auto auth on the thinktool and get kicked out? I have the same exact pros that you have and mine worked just fine this past Monday when I used it on a 2021 charger. I have seen instances over the years where the launch works, but the thinktool doesn't. Update the software on both tools and the thinktool works but the launch doesn't. I'm still rocking a x431 pad2. I love that thing. I wish it had more storage space though. Anyway, great lineup of some new tech! I've been thinking about picking up an autel scanner. And the price on that s-ts is hard to beat.

Nice bunch of tools! Decisions, decisions... 🙂

Just bought myself the OTOFIX IM1 and purchased the D1 Pro program so the unit does keys and is a diagnostic tool, all based on the Autel program, pretty impressed with it so far.

@daviddelle774

8 ай бұрын

I bought the OTOFIX D1 lite this spring and for the DIY driveway mechanic, it is a great tool so far.

@motorbolaget4938

7 ай бұрын

@@daviddelle774do you recomend otofix d1 lite i want to buy one maybe for my garage

@momomohamed

6 ай бұрын

How can you buy the D1 pro program?

@graz-e.m.s

6 ай бұрын

@@momomohamed there is two sides of this diagnostic tool. There is two menus, IMMO and DIAGNOSTICS. Select diagnostics and pay for the D1 Pro. I think it was $140 for this. 👍🏼

@momomohamed

6 ай бұрын

@@graz-e.m.s okay thanks. Is it comparable with the autel im608 or 508? Thanks for your time

Love your channel and your reviews. I'm a serious DIY guy having maintained many of my family's cars (8+ and growing) for the past 10 years with 40 years of wrenching experience. I'm budget conscious. I've been seriously considering picking up an AUTEL scanner - either a MaxiCom 808Z bt or perhaps the ts variant with TPMS. I question whether I'd get the benefit for the extra $$ for the TPMS function. I'm slightly put off by the need to upgrade software every couple of years for a couple hundred $$. Are there other tools I should consider that are more DIY friendly and less commercial. I own several Chrysler products and work on a number of VW products (have a VCDS license). I do like the thought of being able to do IMMO (other than the VW's which are another beast).

I have been running a Diagun V for about 3 years. It has been a great tool. I haven't found anything it won't do. I don't work on Euro trash though. Mostly GM, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Toyota and a Nissan once in a while. It only came with 3 years of free updates, but it had been a little over 3 years now and it still updates for free. Mine came in a case with a TPMS tool too.

@NewLevelAuto

8 ай бұрын

That's my favorite pocket scanner as well

Ivan thanks so much for the video. Curious why top Don is not on your list. I’m trying to work on 2000 vintage gm products what scanner do you recommend. For bidirectional control etc

Awesome reviews

I LOVE my LAUNCH Diagun V! They do a lot of features for a great price. _FMG_

I have a 608. A autel maxi ultra and a solus I’m able to do about anything right now😊

Been using Autel for 7 years now in the UK upgrading every couple of years and very happy as a diyer!

Nice ideas for some gifts!

Im thinking of buying one aswell from Amazon Prime. Im from Canada and they don't show the kingbolen K10 on search result

Topdon ThinkPad both still work on SGW with 12+8

thanks ivan

What would be a good affordable scanner to check on actually milage on a vehicle?

Great timing as I was just checking out prime deals this morning…I’ll let you know which one I pick. 🇺🇸

Ivan I just remembered that I was supposed to upload a video for you of me using the Launch X431 software on my old Samsung Galaxy S5! I ended up having to buy a XTOOL X100 to do late Mitsubishi ('18etc) Stuff as even the Autel MK808TS wouldn't/couldn't do it. In my experience with the smaller form factor Autel the Battery life has always been Poor(at best)!

Dog gone it Ivan you are making me open up the old wallet. 😆 I love my 808 TS but I am leaning towards the K10. What do you think my friend.

I got that launch Bluetooth scanner great scanner bought it of amazon

Can you still use the 12 plus 8 connector harnesses to jump gateway and still use the kingbolen? Have you seen the new matco MAXIMUS PLUS DIAGNOSTIC SCAN TOOl? It looks just like that launch tool.

Unless I'm mistaken , the crp919 is not actually from the x431 family,, despite being constantly advertised as being so on Amazon. It dosent support the x431 TSGUN tpms wand to clone and copy tpms sensors. The entry into the x431 family is the x 431 pro s elite....

There are a lot of complaints/comments online about Autels not working after couple of years, what's your experience ?

Will we see an video with the thinktool pros vs k10 more in dept? Im looking for an scanner in that price point, and have been looking at autel and launch but they have so many different models that its confusing.

For Toyota/Lexus if not using factory software the XTool D9 is a rockstar. I’ve had mine for a while and love it. Cordless is so nice!

@johnhill3644

7 ай бұрын

any chance to use it on Nissans newer models?

@nordicpride9708

7 ай бұрын

@@johnhill3644 honestly haven’t worked on any Nissans. But it’s quite capable on all other makes I’ve used it on.

Which tool is more capable, the Kingbolen K10 or the Launch CRP 919 and which would you recommend?

thank you so much

Ivan, I’ve learned so much from your videos. Thank you. I’m in the market for a scanner to reset oil maintenance light on McLaren. I’ve heard this is available now with Launch software. Could you confirm? 🤘🏼🔧

Best bang for the buck is Otofix D1 Pro uses Autel and does key programming

Can you swap ECUs with the Kingbolen K10 scanner? I do not mean ECU programming. I mean that if you need to bring a used ECU from the junk yard and install it on the car being fixed, can the K10 write the vehicle VIN on the used replacement ECU in addition to matching it with the IMMO? Thank you so much

Hey there, informative video, thank you. I would like to purchase a new scanner and have a very specific requirement. I have a 2009 chrysler with its cruise control stuck in plant mode after the dealer changed the distance sensor on it. Will any of these scanners deal with that?

My question to you, I am a beginner and primarily my own vehicles, 2012 town n country, 2008 ram 3500 4x4 6.7l Cummins, and older vehicles back to 2000. Basically gm, Ford or Chrysler products, which model do I really need, of the launch or Autel scanner s? Will appreciate your feedback. Thank you

Ivan Just purchased a 2013 Equinox. 150,000 miles. I understand they have issues with oil burning, but re-ringing and engine isn't an issue. Being this a 2013, I'd like to upgrade from the red brick to a bidirectional scanner. What's important for me. 1. Under $500 2. Lifetime update 3. ??? Thank you for your suggestions!

Hi Ivan, being that I have older vehicles 2008 F250 and a 2010 Forester - what do you recommend??

Do i need to pay for more modules to make this scanner really come to life? Or the vehicles computers systems are less advanced?

Hey Ivan. I’ve been watching tons of your videos and I’m really in the market for a scan tool. At work we have Autels but I feel they lack some live data I need or bi directional functions. Especially with light duty diesels. I’m really interested in the think tool platinum s10 pro. What would be your opinions on it, I see your think tool perform very well and I’m really intrigued by it. If I’m not mistaken I’d believe it’s just a newer version of your scanner. If not I’d maybe get a top Don phoenix smart, but mainly leaning towards the think tool

Thanks Ivan. I've been meaning to look intp the Pico equipment. Do you have any tips?

@jtjones4727

7 ай бұрын

Only to get your bank account ready to spend thousands.

You can get security bypass cables for the Autel tools that hook into the car after the security module but that can be a pain to get to. Be aware that if you do not update the Autel tool your autoauth subscription will not work on it. There are other manufactures going to jump on that bandwagon making you pay for a security clearance.

@davemc3650

8 ай бұрын

That’s why they have more dodge/chryslers sit in their lot while big popular brands have waiting lists to purchase new vehicles

@huntnfishnuts5880

8 ай бұрын

@@davemc3650 I’ve already heard that Ford and Toyota are moving to secured access like FCA. They claim it’s for internet security so someone cannot hack into the vehicle. Just something else you have to pay for to work on vehicles.

I'm using PRos, but what I'm more curious about here is that if I don't extend the subscription after the free subscription ends in 2023 and update after 4 years by paying a year's subscription fee, will all the updates be made until 2027 or will I only be updated for one year in 2024? do.

I just bought a TOPDON Phoenix Plus. I need FCT autoauth for a 2019 promaster. Are you saying it won't work? Should I get the Launch instead?

which of those tools like autel work with subarus and can reprogram and tune?

I use both the Xtool D9 Pro and the Xtool Anyscan A30M. The A30M does not have the topology map, but the rest seems to have identical functions. As an ASE Master with L1 and 57 years of experience (yes I am an old fart in his 70's). Not a "know it all" but I know what I like.

@johnhill3644

7 ай бұрын

is the xtool d9 a capable scanner work mostly on nissans. how will that stack up .can you gdt into can gateways. 2023 etc

@gregwarren8583

7 ай бұрын

@@johnhill3644 The D9 Pro tool is a great scan tool. Is any aftermarket tool 100% as capable as the factory scan tool?, No, but they are very close now. Never had to access a gateway module (except on one 2005 Dodge Magnum with 5.7 hemi), but was using a factory scan tool on that. The topology map is a big help too.

OTOFIX D1 MAX Just ordered one yesterday...

whats your opinion of the Autel MS906ProTS ? Or MS906Pro with stand alone TMPS tool??

Funny enough , I was with you when you bought your first used Launch tool 😂. And its here in my garage !

@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics

8 ай бұрын

Hey Keith! Hah those were the days 😄 I forget which model that was? I still have the wireless PADII I think 🤔

@kingbolen_official

8 ай бұрын

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics X431 Diagun

@valleyautodiagnostics

8 ай бұрын

Would like to see the same video from Keith which diagnostic tool to buy😃

@NewLevelAuto

8 ай бұрын

@@valleyautodiagnostics all of em! 😁

@EL_TORCIDO

7 ай бұрын

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnosticshey Ivan does that autel or launch crp919 do module programming if not can you recommend a good scanner that does thanks

Love your content. I have been watching for a long time now. I do have a question. How many of those scanners did you pay your own money for? I am asking because I think it would be fair for your followers to know before making a purchase. Thanks!

which scanner works on hybrid vehicles? ford fusion hybrid specifically? Thanks

What was the newer Autel scanner that you were going to get?

Been using the Kingbolen K10 for a few months now and it is top notch! The only disappointment so far is that it won’t program RKE GM keys.

@johnhill3644

7 ай бұрын

have you chance to use it on newer cars 2022 -2023 with canfd. can you get into the can gateways and diagnose thanks

@athhud

7 ай бұрын

@@johnhill3644 I have not used it on anything that new yet. I assume that you’ll need to buy the Kingbolen Ediag Plus to do CAN FD with the K10, but I don’t know that for sure.

@Ptech878

7 ай бұрын

How is that k10 holding up , ? Main issues ?

@athhud

7 ай бұрын

@@Ptech878 my only complaint is that I can’t download 3rd party apps (which I knew going in). The only reason I care is that my stupid iPhone 7 is slowly being rendered obsolete (apps require a newer iOS than my phone is capable of downloading) and it would be nice if the K10 could fill that role. I certainly can’t knock the K10 for it, because it was never advertised to do that, but it is something that I now realize matters more to me than I thought. The only other 2 disappointments is that it won’t pull Chrysler immobilizer PIN codes and I can’t seem to keep the Chinese car company software deleted off of it. Either I am doing it wrong, or every time it runs an update (every day) they start getting added back. With all that said I am absolutely pleased with it, especially for what I paid for it. I absolutely recommend it to anyone for just diagnostic work. If you want to do keys, this ain’t the one, but for diag it is great. The battery seems to last FOREVER. I never turn it off.

What scanner here under $500 can reset an ECU in a 2014 Ford Explorer. I just put a new one in there and it needs to be reset. I appreciate any help. Thank you.

What's the difference between the ebt and xbt

PLEASE, I want to change the dash, ie cluster, in my Audi A6 2004 due to burnt blinker indicator led and of course the VIN mismatch on junkyard dash turns on the immo. WHAT'S the best approach? local shops won't work with customer supplied dash. I'd rather spend the money on a scanner and learn. Autel 808 sts, or IM 608 Launch CRP 919 ¿???????

What brand of oscilloscopes are compatible with the Kingbolen K10?

as a fellow automotive engineer for over forty years now it is certainly moving into a very technical field now, far different from when i first started my trade. i would truly appreciate your advice on which scanner you would reccomend to read and diagnose canbus modules.

@AT-wl9yq

6 ай бұрын

Nothing can replace a factory scan tool. Anything aftermarket doesn't have all the features. If you work on specific brands, get the factory tool. Otherwise, its not really the scan tools that come up short. The more you know, the less you have to depend on one. Focus on learning OBD2 theory of operation and repair. For the most part, that's the same for every car. Scanners can point you in the right direction, but they can't fix a car. You need the fundamentals first. A really good DVOM and a quality set of test leads, a scope, and a service that provides factory wiring diagrams and workshop manuals. Those are the tools you need to have when you put the scanner down and do your real diag.

Wich one is good for GMC Youkon 2023 model?

Sooo I would need that one for. My dodge challenger scatpak 392 6speed?? To clear the code properly??

OTOFIX Ivan!! The D1 Pro is awesome! Genuine Autel software.

My first diagnostic scan tool was the Snap on with all the additional Cartriges. around 2004 it became outdates and could no longer do newer vehicles starting in 2005. So I sold it and lost money on this setup. I spend over $1,000 back then. Next was accutron kept it for a couple more years and sold it. Purchased a New Launch in 2015 good, but not great. Sold it! Purchased a new Model Launch -worked great, but still not enough to really diagnose items like ABS wheel speed sensors. Sold it! .Just purchased a new Autel 808S- seems fairley quick and does a decent job of ABS Wheel Speed Sensors, but really doesn't pin point or give any documented test for which sensor is not responding due to intermintent signal faults. So I'm thinking about the Newest Autel OTO FIX D1 Pro. What are your feeling about this Diagnostic test Tool. I borrowed a friend Snap on D8 Scanner and it actually is no better than my 808S. Would appreciate your opinion!! Yanni

I've been using XTool for a couple years and also AUTEL . I mainly do keys, fobs, modules, and pcms. They are both great in their own right and each can perform functions the other cannot.

@abdul-kabiralegbe5660

8 ай бұрын

Which of the XTool models? Thanks.

@MiFobz

8 ай бұрын

I've owned the D7, D8, and currently using the IK 618E @@abdul-kabiralegbe5660

Looking for a scanner than also works with light duty diesels. I have a 2010 cummins and my old scanner does not play along with turbo actuator calibration or dpf or injector check. Anyone have an opinion on these style and cheaper scanners.

If you have problems with SGW or /security gateway/ you can buy little box which bypass that SGW and you can do anything that you need. Priice about 100 us dollar. Autoauth is for fun...Here in EU. Or FIAT Chrysler Dodge Jeep FCA Security Gateway Module SGM 12 8 pin

Ivan, with so many knock offs being sold, who is a legitimate purchasing source for the thinktool?

Usually Amazon is full of knock offs so how do you tell what your buying? Autel UK informed me that they dont sell on Amazon.

Looking for a scanner for 2012 MAXXFORCE 10 350 HP engine.. I need to be able to do a force Regen.. Plus view past errors, and passed regens... thanks

I would like to know what's your opinion is on the xtool d8bt

Looks like launch is better option for getting new one since my autel need renewal for last 5 years and some euros to Chrysler is useless with out subscription

Can you please comment on the fees, subscriptions, and other costs needed to actually make these scanners work for a household with several cars of different makes.

@anguslean4058

8 ай бұрын

I have the ArtiDiag 800 BT from Topdon There are no subscription fees And free lifetime updates Able to real just about all males and models 28 reset function Live data Wen browser Auto vin scan I’ve had it for two years and it works well It does not have bi directional capabilities but you can actually figure out a lot with the live data It costs about 375 on Amazon I got this because I’m not in the business and use it at home on several cars also friends and family. I like the Bluetooth because there are no cables Also it has Wi-Fi and can bring you to a web page when you are reading fault codes and want more information Downside is it’s only 16 gigs of memory but I deleted a whole bunch of Chinese models and other models that I will never use But if I do need them at a future date I can reinstall at no cost and at anytime.

@gunnar1911

8 ай бұрын

This. I would like one, but just for my home fleet of cars, do these things become useless after a few years if you don't pay the fees?

@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics

8 ай бұрын

No subscriptions or fees necessary...

@mph5896

8 ай бұрын

@@gunnar1911 You can still use them. I get about 2-3 year out of one of these without paying for upgrades. Then sell them off for about 1/3 to 1/2 price and buy a new one.

@CarsonCarCareLLC

8 ай бұрын

When the free updates run out, you can still use everything that's already been downloaded into the scanner, as new cars continue to come out each year, that's where the need for ongoing updates comes in. And then you purchase the new subscription for new updates if you need them.

Can anybody recommend a scanner for a backyard mechanic? All ive ever had is a cheap code reader. I mostly work on imports. I have a 2016 sonata that i need to diag the abs, and it needs a new smartkey fob also. I servive a 15 altima, a 19 camry, a 24 corolla, and a 15 optima also. Not major stuff, just cels, abs, tpms, keys. What do i need?

I bought a Launch unit and was able to do the full brake system bleed on a 3rd gen Prius using it after an ABS actuator and accumulator replacement. It’s not something you can do without a bidirectional scanner, it activates specific solenoids in the brake system in a specific sequence to bleed all the air out, followed by the stroke simulator, cycling the nitrogen accumulator numerous times followed by calibrating the linear actuators so they can work properly with the regenerative braking system. It was worth the investment for me and I like the fact that I can continue working on my cars myself.

@repairvehicle

2 ай бұрын

Which model did you buy?

what would anyone recommend, looking for a more affordable bi-directional scan tool that does ABS bleeding, and can command evap solenoids on/off, in addition to the usual code reading/clearing, + live data?

Ivan I own the launch X431 mini which to is an excellent scanner except for the screen size.I think I’m going for the newer launch elite for the larger screen. You have any recommendations ? I personally at this time if I need IMMO usage I’d go for the Autel 608. Any input appreciated. Thanks for sharing. Artie. 👍

@KollynJ

Ай бұрын

Did you go with the 608?

What's the difference between CRP919EBT and CRP919XBT?

Are you selling any of the old ones?

I purchased an Autel MX808S. On multiple Hondas the MAF reading was completely screwed up and the graphing scale was useless for some PIDs. Bidirectional control didn't work on a 2007 Pilot. There were other issues too. Their tech support was terrible.

I asked my local Matco dealer if his top o line scanner could match every function of a Tech 2....he could not answer me and my own research did not answer the question either....i may not need every function of a Tech 2 but would like to know what features would not be supported ....i dont trust getting a china clone Tech 2

Is there a scanner that does both heavy duty trucks and light commercial car?

FYI: The magic is basically in the VCI/Dongle. You could grab a decent tablet and the dongle from the Launch Diagun (Dbscar1?) and have the full feature set of your new scanner. The dongle from the Diagun is known to be a bit better compatibility wise across cars, because that's before they made a cheap and a pro version of the dongle.

@gunnar1911

7 ай бұрын

What software do you use on the tablet?

@Tonybfishin

7 ай бұрын

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@santarosahero

4 ай бұрын

Actually that way ends up being more expensive in the long run. It starts out cheaper but you have to reactivate every feature every year or lose it and for only one car brand. If you want other car brands you have to pay for each brand. That adds up quickly. That is very limiting and quickly the price adds up and becomes way more expensive than just buying the full tablet from the get go. Those fees per features and quickly add up and if you add them all up ends up being like 3 to 4 times more expensive and they often only last like a year then you have to pay again to reactivate those features again.