OBD-2 Scanner

[MainMan]

Has anyone set up their own OBD-2 scanner. I assume you just need a laptop, the software download from obd-2.com and the cable and connectors, but maybe I'm wrong.

 

[No1vic]

OBD2 scanner

Yes MainMan, you will need the software, a laptop and the interface that connects between the laptop and car. Have a look at www.digimoto.com, I can recommend them. Have you thought of a handheld scanner as an alternative? I have just added to my laptop setup with one from www.canobd2.com. The canobd2 tool 3110, very easy to use and fast in operation. You won't be dissappointed with it.

 

[MainMan]

Thanks for the info Vic. I guess I'll go with the cheapest option. It's actually cheaper to buy the software and the lead than to get a garage to read it for you. £65 for 5 minutes work!

 

[guydewdney]

vic - I assume that you have the scantool kit then? I have the same thing - but I have yet to get it to read pending codes (I dont have a MIL light on my car - so the only way know it has 'faults' is with a scanner...

If i force a fault (;like pull off the temp sensor) then I can read it. Yet I KNOW that there are other faults stored on it..

any pointers? what software do ytou run (I have digimoto as well - from www.gendan.co.uk )