Check Engine Lite - Which Code Reader

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A. J. - 27 Sep 2006 04:33 GMT

Oh well, the dreaded "check engine" light has lit on my 96 VDP with
92000 on the odometer. Guess I'll need to start investing in tools.
I've heard the code reader from Harbor Freight is okay, any other
recommendations out there? My wrench turning days are long past, so I
don't want to spring for a Snap-On or such. Where do I find a list of
codes and which manuals are recommended?
Thanks
Al

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mjordan44 - 29 Sep 2006 04:29 GMT

Hello Al,

I have an 03 XJ8 and use a DriveRight CarChip EX . This chip plugs into
the OBD II port which is in the drivers footwell closest to the radio.
The chip will record 300 hours of information without having to
download to the PC. It will give you all the codes in the computer as
well as reset the check engine light is you like. It really fits the
bill for me. I can also keep track of all the speed \ engine usage
information right on my PC.

Here is a link to the companys page.

http://www.davisnet.com/drive/products/drive_product.asp?pnum=08221

You can buy them at your local Autozone or auto parts store. I got mine
from Ebay and it works great.

Good luck.
Mike

> Oh well, the dreaded "check engine" light has lit on my 96 VDP with
> 92000 on the odometer. Guess I'll need to start investing in tools.
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
> Thanks
> Al

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Gunner - 17 Oct 2006 18:06 GMT

Or you could just go to Auto Zone or Advance Auto and they'll read it for
you and clear the code for free.
R,
Gunner

> Oh well, the dreaded "check engine" light has lit on my 96 VDP with
> 92000 on the odometer. Guess I'll need to start investing in tools.
[quoted text clipped - 4 lines]
> Thanks
> Al

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