Scanner for 2006 S500
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Scanner for 2006 S500
Can anyone suggest a good scanner to find faults for my 2006 S500. I've seen iCaresoft MB 11 and Launch Creader advertised but I'd like input from the experience of the members here. Thank you.
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2003 S500 - Toyota Corolla (in the rain)
Get yourself one like that one in the attachment. IT works with an android blutooth device. They are good when a CEL light comes on if you and the family are taking a road trip. IT will even look up the code for you on the web. I keep one in my glove box.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Advanced-ELM...634232&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Advanced-ELM...634232&vxp=mtr
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Mercedes
That eBay Bluetooth adapter and the Walmart scanners are basic obd ii code readers that work on all cars but have no Mercedes specific capability . They will only read engine codes and not suspension , transmission , airbag etc
You want the carsoft mbii or x431 if you want to access Mercedes specific functions
They won't go in depth like star DAS but are the next best option for under $200
You want the carsoft mbii or x431 if you want to access Mercedes specific functions
They won't go in depth like star DAS but are the next best option for under $200
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From: Virginia Beach
2005 S600 2005 SL600
An OBD-II scanner is great for about 5% of the possible codes on your car.
IF you want to read the rest, as well as run diagnostics, get the STAR/DAS system. You'll be glad you did.
IF you want to read the rest, as well as run diagnostics, get the STAR/DAS system. You'll be glad you did.
