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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 04:37 PM
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do cheap code readers work?
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 04:37 PM
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they read the code.. give you a generic read out.. and let you clear the engine light.. so yes
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 05:12 PM
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Default I have been struggling with the same issues...GST are they worth it...

Generic Scan Tools (GST) cost $100-$2k. I find that most GST's can be quite extensive with what OBD codes they give, because they are made for any mom/pop shop and the dealer to quickly diagnos your car. So the emissions are back in spec. I really need something and I bet GST's are better than nothing. The only down fall I see if that depending on how much you spend, is how much you get. Plus some do a better job working with the vehicle bus to catch codes than others. Check out www.scantools.net it's a decent site. Let me know what ideas you have.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 05:20 PM
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Default obdtool.com + shareware VAGCOM

Check it out.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 06:43 PM
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Default Is anyone here using a non_VAG scan tool, i.e. generic that has a sugguestion on which to buy?

Let me know what the pro/cons are. THX
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