OBD2 Code reader - Land Rovers Only

AAXD · 11-23-2005, 02:28 PM

Has anyone tried a handheld OBD2 code reader before? I'm purchasing a 98 VW friday so I figured I'd get one to use between my 97 Disco and the VW. Any suggestions on what to look for? I've seen them in the $90-$150 range. Thanks

Funrover · 11-23-2005, 02:47 PM

I have used a lot of different types!!!! My favorite is snap-on...But that is to much $$$$ if you are not a mechanic...The ones Autozone has are nice for the price!!

Rovin4life · 11-23-2005, 06:43 PM

snap on modis is nice but well over five grand plus upgrades and stuff.

as long as the system is obd2 you should be ok.

bernardmann · 11-23-2005, 07:34 PM

http://www.robisonservice.com/servic...ouble.asp#1996

Found this on the above site:

1996 and newer Rovers
All 4.0SE and 4.6HSE and newer Range Rovers, and all 1996 and newer Discoveries use OBD II compatible diagnostics for the engine management system. OBD II is a diagnostic protocol supposedly shared by all carmakers as of the 1996 model year. Inexpensive scanners are available to read and reset OBD II codes. There appears to be some variability in OBD II scanner programming, so if you find a scanner that won’t read codes from your newer Rover try another brand.

In our shop we read codes without difficulty using OTC and GenRad brand scanners. Many other brands work also. We have encountered problems with some Snap-On models. Note: most generic OBD II scanners cannot read fault codes from 1995 4.0SE models even though they have an OBD II connector.

Your scan tool should include a book of OBD II generic codes. The list of codes runs into the hundreds. Look here for European standard OBD II codes.

Land Rover has made many other functions available at the OBD II connector but they are not accessible with generic scan tools. If you are looking for a shop to service a Rover one prerequisite should be possession of an Autologic, Rovacomm, or Testbook dedicated test system, which gives access to all the other vehicle computer systems.

We use the Autologic system at Robison Service.

roverX · 11-23-2005, 08:29 PM

www.ambientweather.com The Davis CarChip for $99. Comes with the computer software too. It will read codes and reset the dang light. I love it. You can leave it plugged in and it will track a whole shitload of stuff.

Rovin4life · 11-24-2005, 11:10 AM

actually the Jag guys have a version of the Genrad. works a bit better then our testbook handheld.

Serg · 11-24-2005, 11:14 AM

Go to Grand Auto or Kragen, they sell them for around $69... that is where I got mine and it works great.

Adam in NYC USA · 11-24-2005, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roverX

www.ambientweather.com The Davis CarChip for $99. Comes with the computer software too. It will read codes and reset the dang light. I love it. You can leave it plugged in and it will track a whole shitload of stuff.

About the CarChip, get the F/X. The cheap one does not log any of the stuff you might want interesting. It is good at monitoring the the acceleration and braking and the mph for each trip.

I have the larger Actron with the 3 line LCD display. It will do the lookup and tell you in a brief form what is going on besides the OBD code.

FYI.

Adam in NYC.

11-23-2005, 02:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
AAXD Goofing off in the great white north. Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Alaska's Emerald Isle Posts: 628 Gallery: 1	OBD2 Code reader Has anyone tried a handheld OBD2 code reader before? I'm purchasing a 98 VW friday so I figured I'd get one to use between my 97 Disco and the VW. Any suggestions on what to look for? I've seen them in the $90-$150 range. Thanks __________________ "A deep respect for tradition allows vision for liberation from stagnation." Colin's Toys: 1972 Series III 88" 1997 Discovery XD 1993 RRC (Gone to a better place, goodbye old friend) 1983 Stage 1 109" 2002 Trek 4500 2005 Necky Looksha Sport 2007 Rans Rocket 2007 Honda Ruckus

11-23-2005, 07:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
bernardmann Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 621 Gallery: 0	http://www.robisonservice.com/servic...ouble.asp#1996 Found this on the above site: 1996 and newer Rovers All 4.0SE and 4.6HSE and newer Range Rovers, and all 1996 and newer Discoveries use OBD II compatible diagnostics for the engine management system. OBD II is a diagnostic protocol supposedly shared by all carmakers as of the 1996 model year. Inexpensive scanners are available to read and reset OBD II codes. There appears to be some variability in OBD II scanner programming, so if you find a scanner that won’t read codes from your newer Rover try another brand. In our shop we read codes without difficulty using OTC and GenRad brand scanners. Many other brands work also. We have encountered problems with some Snap-On models. Note: most generic OBD II scanners cannot read fault codes from 1995 4.0SE models even though they have an OBD II connector. Your scan tool should include a book of OBD II generic codes. The list of codes runs into the hundreds. Look here for European standard OBD II codes. Land Rover has made many other functions available at the OBD II connector but they are not accessible with generic scan tools. If you are looking for a shop to service a Rover one prerequisite should be possession of an Autologic, Rovacomm, or Testbook dedicated test system, which gives access to all the other vehicle computer systems. We use the Autologic system at Robison Service. __________________ Bernard Mann 2004 Disco G4 (Sold to Josh Lester) 2005 Mercedes C230 2003 Disco S (Sold)

11-23-2005, 08:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
roverX Elephantitis penisitis Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,439 Gallery: 0	www.ambientweather.com The Davis CarChip for $99. Comes with the computer software too. It will read codes and reset the dang light. I love it. You can leave it plugged in and it will track a whole shitload of stuff. __________________ What? Is this where I'm supposed to write some profound statement that boggles the intellect of the genius that you think you are? Why would I waste my time with that when I can be getting free lap dances from your sister AND your girlfriend at the same time?

11-24-2005, 11:14 AM	#7 (permalink)
Serg LRO Founder Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 2,006 Gallery: 0	Go to Grand Auto or Kragen, they sell them for around $69... that is where I got mine and it works great. __________________ Current Vehicles: 2003 BMW 540iT M Sport 2005 BMW R1200GS 2004 Element Skateboard (Indy trucks, Bones Swiss, etc...) Past LR's: 1995 Range Rover LWB Classic 1995 Range Rover LWB Classic 1997 Discovery XD 1995 Range Rover LWB Classic 1995 Range Rover LWB Classic 4.0

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11-23-2005, 06:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rovin4life Former NAS LR TECH, Current AUS LR TECH Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: DOWN UNDER Posts: 1,867 Gallery: 0	snap on modis is nice but well over five grand plus upgrades and stuff. as long as the system is obd2 you should be ok.

11-24-2005, 11:10 AM	#6 (permalink)
Rovin4life Former NAS LR TECH, Current AUS LR TECH Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: DOWN UNDER Posts: 1,867 Gallery: 0	actually the Jag guys have a version of the Genrad. works a bit better then our testbook handheld.

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