AutoXray AX2500 Best code reader available, great price.
Of the code readers out there for home use, this is far and away the most capable and easy to use; with the USB-cable version of the AutoXray EZ-PC 500 Software which you can get through Amazon for around $50 (and be sure to get that version, not the 400) Before buying the software, however, be sure to get the USB version and not the older version with a serial cable; you have to ask before buying because vendors will sell you the EZ-PC 500 with the serial cable if they have only the old one, and there is no version number from AutoXray to tell the two apart. I gave only 4 stars because it took me a lot of e-mails and phone calls with the company to find that out--not because of any problems with the reader. With the 2500 and the software you are all set to get updates to keep your reader current; you can get codes from virtually every vehicle that has code plugs; and then you can transfer the codes to your computer to chart them and keep track of them for your maintenance records. You also can reset the check engine light. If you are a professional, a scanner (at least twice as expensive) is probably more appropriate, but the 2500 with the software does everything most of us individual owners could want. Great buy via Amazon at 2/3 of current MSRP (find MSRP at the autoxray web site).
AutoXray AX2500 Great Product.
This is my first scanner and I can't say that I am disappointed at all! This item was at a great price! It's real easy to use and tells you what the problem is(as far as what the code typically entails). Definitely a must get if you are sick of paying money to other people, just to tell you what's wrong. Pays for itself in just a couple uses!
AutoXray AX2500 CodeScout AWESOME!!
When the CodeScout arrived I was skeptical that I would need to get online software updates and code library updates to even use this device, and that was NOT the case at all. It hooked right up to a 1993 Chevy Blazer, a 1988 Ford Ranger, a 2004 Saturn Vue, and a 2004 Ford Mustant and worked great. The on-screen information for each car was in plain english and pointed out the trouble parts and failure codes very clearly. This reader will definately save me a lot of money at the autoparts store and the mechanic. This is a must have tool for any shade-tree mechanic with a newer car.
AutoXray AX2500 CodeScout Great Tool - Easy To Use.
I had a 'check engine' light pop up recently and decided to try and self-diagnose the problem. This scanner worked great right out of the box. I was able to diagnose and fix the problem in no time (I got lucky that it was an easy repair though). Nonetheless, I'm happy I didn't get charged by taking it to the dealer though. I only wish it came with the software and cables to save the scans in your computer, but if that's what you're looking to do - buy a Code Scanner and not a Code Reader as the Scanner will also capture a lot more information about the overall performance of your car. The software that comes with this is pretty lame - you'll get better information by searching the internet for the trouble code definitions/repairs. Also, this one comes with 3 sets of cords for OBD I & OBD II cars which was a necessity for me.
Bottom-line - if you want to be able to check codes, clear codes, and reset the 'check engine light' - this is a great tool.
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