Which ODB-II scanner to buy? Reset Check Engine light.
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Which ODB-II scanner to buy? Reset Check Engine light.
Wondering which inexpensive ODB-II scanner is recommended to check codes and do a reset of the Check Engine light. 2001 E320. Do I need any special adapters/plugs for the e320 connection?
It has been an on and off thing for some time and I have just taken it to the dealership for a service B and they found a few issues with the car, but none that they said would affect performance or were urgent items. They charge extra for a scan so I figure I'm better off doing it myself. Also I have a smog check coming up.
(I'm in CA)
Thanks!
It has been an on and off thing for some time and I have just taken it to the dealership for a service B and they found a few issues with the car, but none that they said would affect performance or were urgent items. They charge extra for a scan so I figure I'm better off doing it myself. Also I have a smog check coming up.
(I'm in CA)
Thanks!
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
While you can have
check engine issue lights that have no affect on the performance they will still fail you on smog tests. And erasing the codes will not clear the code from the car and you will still fail the test.
Get the code reader and post the codes asap. That way you will have time to make the repairss that will allow you to be ready for the test and pass.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=98568
the store if you have one near you will meet the internet price if you take a copy of the ad.
ignoring cel even when they don't show ant symptoms in running condition will eventually do damage to some system or the system affected by the code and it will cost more money to repair .Which is what the dealer motive is in telling you tht you can get by for now ignoring the repair.Read them and fix the issues yourself. Stop going to the dealer.
Get the code reader and post the codes asap. That way you will have time to make the repairss that will allow you to be ready for the test and pass.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=98568
the store if you have one near you will meet the internet price if you take a copy of the ad.
ignoring cel even when they don't show ant symptoms in running condition will eventually do damage to some system or the system affected by the code and it will cost more money to repair .Which is what the dealer motive is in telling you tht you can get by for now ignoring the repair.Read them and fix the issues yourself. Stop going to the dealer.
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
You plug
the scanner into the port under the dash to the left of the steering wheel.It is behind a little black door.
Some autozones and ohreilys will read codes for free. Write them down and post them.
Some autozones and ohreilys will read codes for free. Write them down and post them.
