LAUNCH CR529 OBD2 Scanner Diagnostic Tool, Full OBD2 Scanner for Car, Free Lifetime Upd. Check-Egine-Light Code Reader, 5 Years. Backup, Clear Codes, One Click I/M, for DIYers with Cars After 1996

nice but only logs engine faults

The media could not be loaded. Within 20 minutes of receiving this scanner, I had it updated with the most recent software update and was scanning data from my 2005 Cadillac DeVille. The system on this scanner was easy to navigate and understand. It doesn't just give you the codes, it also has a help feature to give you some ideas of what exactly could be causing the codes. The live info it displays is accurate, matching the information on my car's display menus, only it fluctuates more because it has more of a "real time" reading than the car's display menus. I was able to read vehicle speed, engine rpms, coolant temperature, and even information about the fuel system. I couldn't be more pleased. It also has a lot of other features I didn't mention because my vehicle doesn't support the features. I got this on sale for $31, but even for $45.99 regular price, it's still worth every penny for the at-home DIY mechanic, or even if you just want to save money on diagnostic readings before taking it to your local shop/dealer.

Seems to work ok. I have had no issues since I purchased this item.

These scanners are easy to use and they detect permanent codes! And priced amazing! And cost friendly, I bought 3 ! One for work and just 2 more because the price was right!

Now this isn't full size diagnostic station that can check every sensor and component on you vehicle like the professionals use at dealership repair shops, or the major automotive repair shops that provide total and complete assessments with most likely components that need to be repaired or replaced, but for the at home mechanic, this isn't bad. It will identify your vehicle codes and provide a very good list of possible components that need to be repaired or replaced to clear your codes. This reader identified the MAP sensor as one of the likely issues that needed attention along with the cam position sensor. The local parts stores don't even show my vehicle as having a MAP sensor. Guess what. There is a MAP sensor and Ford has built the map sensor into the EGR valve. Leave it to the engineers to make a mess of things. I searched online for possible fixes for the codes I got with other readers but nowhere did it show the MAP/EGR or cam position sensor as likely problem. This tool gave me the most likely causes correctly. Replaced cam sensor position sensor and the EGR/MAP sensor and it cleared the codes. Once you get the codes downloaded all you have to do is press ? button and it gives a list of components that can make this code occur. The reader comes with a 5 years warranty and lifetime of updates. For the price you pay for this reader, the time, money and effort you will save is priceless.

It’s easy to use, reads and clears codes quickly, and provides real-time data. The screen is clear, and the build feels solid. Perfect for basic diagnostics and a great value for the price!

They give you a website address where you can get the files you need to update the device. Only one problem, the website is dead so no updates.

Does all the fancy things you'd want and reads plenty of code, speedy, live feed back, fairly up to date, diagnostic ability. Solid price for the capability & simple to read.