Diagnostic Scan Tool

[mani]

Hi. Just want to know if anyone here has tried the product Auto Tap Express DIY OBDII Diagnostic Tool which I found in the net worth around $150. I am really interested to buy the product but want to know if it's worth the buck. Thx a lot.

[oj88]

Add another USD100 for the license to use the software. It seems to be a nice tool to have around in the shop. It's more for troubleshooting and viewing different parameters about the engine. It's not the same as the ones used to tweak an aftermarket piggy-back or plug-in replacement ECU.

I use a ScanGaugeII, btw. It has none of the snazzy graphics. But it serves its purpose without the need for a laptop.

[14myXUV]

can these scan devices/tools be used for regular tune-ups? i was told, by local dealers's service, that scan is to be used only if there is a problem (or error codes) appearing on the console. i'm planning to have scan service for my car for tune-up purposes until I heard of this advice.

other thoughts?

[jick.cejoco]

can these scan devices/tools be used for regular tune-ups? i was told, by local dealers's service, that scan is to be used only if there is a problem (or error codes) appearing on the console. i'm planning to have scan service for my car for tune-up purposes until I heard of this advice.

other thoughts?

a scan tool is just a tool, period. if you don't have the training about how the engine's computer systems work nor have the information to the diagnostic trouble codes and their repair procedure, read up. get trained. otherwise, like most shops that have a scan tool is a mere dog and pony show that they have it and only use it as a code reader. maybe if you have the factory manual and the scan tool, this will be a safe start. there is still no substitute for a trained, experienced and equipped technician.

[14myXUV]

*jick.cejoco: so, the scan tool can be used for performance tuning of modern cars contrary to casa's claim that it's only for diagnotics (trouble codes reading)?

[jick.cejoco]

*jick.cejoco: so, the scan tool can be used for performance tuning of modern cars contrary to casa's claim that it's only for diagnotics (trouble codes reading)?

not an expert on aftermarket tuning but you can buy software to load to your laptop to tune your desired performance. this is usually included when you purchase an aftermarket pcm.