Blue-tooth Enabled Scan Tools

[xGMCx]

Fired up the `08 Sierra today to a CEL. Ran over to Auto Zone to have the code read for free- the dreaded P0449. Now, the experience has me thinking I would like to purchase some sort of scan tool. I do a lot of my own work when able and when time permits, and could see how something like this would come in handy and might be worth it's weight in gold. Mostly for purposes of diagnosis and clearing of engine codes after repairs. Not to mention, some of the other bells and whistles that come with these things!

 

To my question- Does anyone use or have any experience with the blue-tooth enabled scan tools from Kiwi or Scan Tool or others, and the applications that are available in the Apple App Store or the Android Market?

[wheelerjlw]

Fired up the `08 Sierra today to a CEL. Ran over to Auto Zone to have the code read for free- the dreaded P0449. Now, the experience has me thinking I would like to purchase some sort of scan tool. I do a lot of my own work when able and when time permits, and could see how something like this would come in handy and might be worth it's weight in gold. Mostly for purposes of diagnosis and clearing of engine codes after repairs. Not to mention, some of the other bells and whistles that come with these things!

 

To my question- Does anyone use or have any experience with the blue-tooth enabled scan tools from Kiwi or Scan Tool or others, and the applications that are available in the Apple App Store or the Android Market?

 

 

I have the Iphone and downloaded the free app from golink. I bought the cable that goes from the Iphone to the OBDII. It will even charge your phone. You can not tune your truck with it though.

readyLINK

 

Is your vehicle ready for inspection? Now you'll know!

Use readyLINK to communicate with your vehicle to interrupt, decode, and translate inspection readiness. Diagnose the dreaded CHECK ENGINE light. Check emission monitor completeness quickly and painlessly using your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch.

 

 

 

goLINK

 

Take the Risk Out of Driving!

For safety's sake and peace of mind, this code reader will communicate with your vehicle to interrupt, decode, and translate the dreaded CHECK ENGINE light. Is your vehicle safe to drive, will it cost a small fortune to repair? Find out quickly and painlessly using your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch.

 

 

 

mpgLINK

A simple Mile Per Gallon (MPG) application for your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor equipped vehicle. Keep track of your average MPG and gallons of gasoline used. The Instant Fuel Economy bar (where applicable) will help you to fine tune your driving habits

[RyanbabZ71]

If you have or are thinking of tuning your truck the autocal can read and clear codes.

[TexasAl]

I bought the bluetooth enabled OBD II adapter off ebay very cheap, and I have the android apps: TORQUE and Dash command on my Evo. It is a very cool tool that will allow you to monitor tons on LIVE information coming from your truck. You can also get the error codes like the unit at autozone. The programs are not very expensive, and are very easy to use.