Anyone know where I can get a cheap OBDII code reader?

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03-16-2011, 05:15 PM

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nation

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Jiffy lube checks it for free...=]

true but they would prob fkuc that up too. fry the ecu or something. i have yet to see jiffy get something simple right,ever.

03-18-2011, 10:08 AM

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true but they would prob fkuc that up too. fry the ecu or something. i have yet to see jiffy get something simple right,ever.

Lol thats old jiffy lube I thought the same thing until I started working there come to my store =]

03-18-2011, 10:24 AM

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you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.

03-18-2011, 10:27 AM

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you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.

That doesn't tell you what the problem is.

03-18-2011, 04:32 PM

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Sole purpose is to clear codes.

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you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.

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That doesn't tell you what the problem is.

so there is a secondary purpose of your sole purpose?

03-18-2011, 05:02 PM

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where you located? I got one from harbor freight for cheap.

looks exactly like this: http://www.amazon.com/Autel-MaxiScan...0492876&sr=8-1

If you want to take a look let me know. I live in north fremont/ and work in milpitas.

this will clear codes

297 reviews and 4.5 stars

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That doesn't tell you what the problem is.

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