Launch X431 Creader Elite 2.0 FGC OBD2 Scanner

Definitely did what I needed it to do. I had a ghost b code in system and it disabled a safety feature. I could not see with a p code scanner.

Check Engine Light came on and thought it was about time to take a chance and buy my own code reader.My prime concern was not to spend a huge amt of money on a pro quality unit, but to get something the average home mechanic could rely on.After reading some reviews, I picked up the OBD Mate OBDII OM123 reader.I was hesitant to buy it since AutoZone tried reading my code with 2 separate readers and both failed.Within 5 minutes of receiving my OBD Mate, I was able to read my code successfully and identify the possible problem.I then was able to reset the code to see if the problem was persistent.I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra 4.7 truck and this worked like a charm.Very easy to use and well worth the money.Should have picked one up years ago.

I fix my own vehicles because its hard to find a mechanic I can trust to do the job right. This code reader is phenomenal. It gives diagnostics on everything from ecm and tcm, all the way to tailgate latch module, door modules, hvac module, all of it. The best part is you can access and control those modules from the code reader to specifically find out which part isn't working. 5 stars

I purchased this tool to help diagnose an issue with the AC on a 2006 Ram diesel truck. After replacing the AC clutch the AC would still not turn on. The issue was the TIPM was sending a stored error code from when the AC clutch failed. A quick reset of the trouble codes solved the problem. It was SUPER easy to use and I was surprised how quick and simple the setup was.Next I used it to diagnose a park sensor issue on a 2017 Ram 1500. This thing is great and I wish had purchased it sooner. I hope it lasts and keeps working great, but even if the only success I have with it is fixing these two issues, it still paid for itself by saving a trip to the dealer...who sucks.

Overview- excellent little scantoolI have been looking for an additional, small, basic scantool to add to my toolbox for a while. I already have a Launch X431 Pro V+ 4.0, and decided to give this little, more basic x431 a shot. I am SO glad that I did.For context, I am a ford technician, but I work on everything. I received this scantool about 3 days before it’s estimated arrival date, so good on that. I opened the box to find the scantool in its own little black pouch, which is nice. The OBD cable needs to be attached to the scantool- no Bluetooth here. I powered the tool up and connected a USB-C cable to charge it, and found it was at 88% charge. Connecting to WiFi is easy, and I ran the updates available. After it was ready, I went to a superduty just to see what this thing does.Upon plugging into the DLC, the scantool automatically detects the VIN- no button pushing necessary. You can do a full scan, then select any module you want to go deeper into. This scantool will display codes and give you access to ANY module in the truck that’s communicating, I got a c1001 and a b115e from APIM and BCM, respectively. I went into pcm to check some basic stuff. Data logger can display 4 pids at once, but you have access to 98% of the pids that IDS/FDRS has. Pulling up fuel tail desired and actual pressure, low side pressure and voltage revealed the graphs respond quickly to actual vehicle readings. The setup is VERY similar to my much more expensive 4.0+, which I love. I decided to look around… and this thing has power balance. A $250 scantool had freakin power banalce. And relative compression. And scr leak test, dosing test, manual regen, IQA programming, WOW! I wasn’t expecting this thing to be as in depth as it is for this price range. Even if I just use this for regens, it’s going to pay for itself in no time. I ran power balance, which indicated no concerns (this vehicle is in fora fuel leak, so I wasn’t expecting any). I ran relative compression, and it shows 0% across the board, as it should.I have a Tahoe in my bay and I went ahead and hooked to it as well. Same deal- automatic detection, full system scan detected multiple low voltage dtcs, as well as faults in EBCM and BCM. I pulled up tire pressure and realized one thing I forgot to do- change unit measurements to imperial. No biggie, it’s an easy change in settings.I’ll update as I get different vehicles in, but right out of the gate I’d give this thing 10 stars if I could. It’s a $250 tool that blows my Innova and Actron scantools in the same range out of the water. This thing has a place in any technicians tool box, highly recommend it!