portable fault code reader

[markgrff17]

hi there everyone

again looking for a little advice. i have a 1999 1.8t sport auto saloon and would like to purchase a fault code reader. could anyone advise me of the best one to purchase without spending a small fortune. i have looked at some Auctel units but i am unsure which will suit my car.

thanks in advance mark

[Doctle Odd]

I have the old orange version of this, it won't code, adapt or do anything fancy. http://www.ebay.ie/itm/170907206581?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_1171wt_932

For a few quid extra you could have VCDS lite which would be better for your car

[Toonmania]

I have one of these CAR FAULT CODE READER ENGINE SCANNER DIAGNOSTIC RESET TOOL OBD 2 CAN BUS EOBD | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CAR-FAULT-CODE-READER-ENGINE-SCANNER-DIAGNOSTIC-RESET-TOOL-OBD-2-CAN-BUS-EOBD-/230827109163?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash=item35be5e2b2b) and it works great and very easy to use, it scans for codes tells you what the code means and you can also clear codes with it very handy little tool and saves getting the laptop out just to read a code, I also have VCDS lite and have had very little need to use it so far.

[Doctle Odd]

Ross-Tech: VCDS: DTC Comparison (http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/dtc-comparison.html)

[unclespevie]

i purchased this one
D900 Universal Any Car OBD2 EOBD Fault Code Reader Scanner Diagnostic Scan Tool | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170900671204?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648)

and it works great, also does the Live data scan as well, it has a lot of manufacturers as well, it didnt show a vauxhall(my brother has an astra) and he had a few error, i just selected OTHER in the manufacturer and cleared his codes......BUT it does not do the air bag etc.

kevin

[caldirun]

i purchased this one
D900 Universal Any Car OBD2 EOBD Fault Code Reader Scanner Diagnostic Scan Tool | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170900671204?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648)

and it works great, also does the Live data scan as well, it has a lot of manufacturers as well, it didnt show a vauxhall(my brother has an astra) and he had a few error, i just selected OTHER in the manufacturer and cleared his codes......BUT it does not do the air bag etc.

kevin

It does not say it works with VAG cars, have you used it on a Passat?

[Doctle Odd]

Ross-Tech: VCDS: DTC Comparison (http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/dtc-comparison.html)

[unclespevie]

It does not say it works with VAG cars, have you used it on a Passat?

mine is a B5 1.9tdi 130 highline and reads it perfect....2004 passat

it also has many other makes to select, but as i say it works on mine fine and my brothers astra(under OTHERS for make) and even checked out my daughters mini, was ok no faults....

i bought this cable
OBD2 Scan VAG COM USB KKL 409.1 Free Software VW AUDI Code Reader Dignostic Tool | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120894526456?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648)
and downloaded the vcds lite software and works a treat on my car with a laptop....doas what i need to do, and for that price, well cant argue....

kevin

[rosco]

I've got a 2002 1.8T. I bought this unit last year. Works spot on. I've read several codes with mine and it clears them as long as the problem has been rectified. Try the link;

VAG 405 Replacement, the Vgate VS450 VW Group Diagnostic OBD Tool. The VAG405 is now obsolete and no longer in production: Amazon.co.uk: Car & Motorbike (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001A33HAG/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00)