looking for a cheaper scanner to read and clear service 4 wd codes ??

braveops · April 23, 2014

hey all i am trying to find a cheaper scanner/reader to read service 4wd errors and clear them?

i have the b/t elm/torque on my phone and innova 3100 but no luck with them? is there a cheap scanner/reader that wont break the bank?

Chris · April 23, 2014

For Airbag, BCM, and TCCM codes, a cheap scanner doesnt exist.

braveops · April 24, 2014

what is not cheap ? is a tech 2 scanner able to do all? just want one for backyard testing

is this one ok?

can i get one cheaper or do i have to spend more?

hxxp://www.aliexpress.com/item/2014-Top-Rated-Up-to-70-off-GM-tech2-diagnostic-tool-Tech-2/516094854.html?s=p

or

hxxp://www.aliexpress.com/item/2013-Top-Selling-3-Years-Warranty-GM-tech2-diagnostic-tool-Tech-2-Opel-SAAB-Holden-Isuzu/829610256.html

Chris · April 24, 2014

A Tech 2 can. Usually if they are cheap, they aren't real Tech 2's. Also part of what costs a lot is the subscription to use the Tech 2

gmtech4 · April 24, 2014

A Tech 2 can. Usually if they are cheap, they aren't real Tech 2's. Also part of what costs a lot is the subscription to use the Tech 2

incorrect !!! you can buy one and have it filled with all its programming to work from the dealer for free ,,,,then you can use it till ya puke ,,,,

ya cant program anything without a subscription to GM service info for a crazy monthly fee

once you call a dealer for the cost of a tech2 ,,,you will not buy it ,,its not a DIYer tool

Chris · April 24, 2014

I looked into them and found some in the $1000 range and was told to stay away from them. Even at $700 they are too expensive for the shade tree tech

MMC · April 24, 2014

Tech 2 is obsolete

braveops · April 24, 2014

ok is there any reader that can read the codes so i dont have take to the dealer or sub to?

gmtech4 · April 25, 2014

Tech 2 is obsolete

says who ?,,,

they are still used at the dealer ,,so nice try lol

ok is there any reader that can read the codes so i dont have take to the dealer or sub to?

yes but there is a cost ,,,,buy a 76 nova if ya dont want to go to a garage lol

YQatari · April 25, 2014

How about something like a scangauge2? It would read and clear codes, not sure if it will work with the 4wd system.

Chris · April 25, 2014

I dont have 4wd but I have a scangauge 2. As far as I know it only reads p codes

MMC · April 25, 2014

says who ?,,,

they are still used at the dealer ,,so nice try lol

MDI a PC and TIS2 web are the replacement for the Tech2.

http://www.mechanicstoolswarehouse.com/GM-MDI-P140309.aspx?gclid=CNeM1-Su-70CFe9QOgodKDoAZQ

gmtech4 · April 25, 2014

says who ?,,,

they are still used at the dealer ,,so nice try lol

MDI a PC and TIS2 web are the replacement for the Tech2.

http://www.mechanicstoolswarehouse.com/GM-MDI-P140309.aspx?gclid=CNeM1-Su-70CFe9QOgodKDoAZQ

i know about that stuff ,i used to work at a dealer ,,,,ya still need a tech2 ,,,,so stop already

Artey72 · April 28, 2014

I still work at a dealer and use a tech 2 everyday. Also I have a solus scanner that I rarely use anymore. Needs updated. Might make someone a good cheap scanner.