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

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Old 03-16-2011 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by 06stibeast
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.
Old 03-18-2011 | 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by nation
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 =]
Old 03-18-2011 | 11:24 AM
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you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.
Old 03-18-2011 | 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Crafty Slug
you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.
That doesn't tell you what the problem is.
Old 03-18-2011 | 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by brucelee
Sole purpose is to clear codes.

Originally Posted by Crafty Slug
you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.
Originally Posted by brucelee
That doesn't tell you what the problem is.
so there is a secondary purpose of your sole purpose?
Old 03-18-2011 | 06:02 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

Originally Posted by brucelee
That doesn't tell you what the problem is.

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Old 03-18-2011 | 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Crafty Slug
you guys are forgetting the cheapest method is to disconnect the battery for a minute.
that hides the problem. plus if you happen to have a nice stereo setup,re-entering all the custom parameters blows.
Old 03-18-2011 | 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by nation
that hides the problem. plus if you happen to have a nice stereo setup,re-entering all the custom parameters blows.
you're forgetting his sole purpose...
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