Autozone and code checking

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Originally Posted By: Kestas
I gave up on Autozone and bought myself the cheapie $40 Harbor Freight code reader that is CAN-BUS compatible. I've successfully used it a number of times. I think I saw it recently on sale for less than $40.

The last time I went to my local Autozone for code reading, they read the code, mumbled something to me, then headed back into the store.


This.

I waited for a 40% of AAP and picked up a nice code reader years ago. It has paid for itself and I happily lend it out to family/friends who need it, rather than pay a shop to look it up and charge them.

 

[SteveSRT8]

My local AAP offers free code reading.

It's worth about what they charge for it!

 

[The_Jeff]

Originally Posted By: SteveSRT8
My local AAP offers free code reading.

It's worth about what they charge for it!


It has its place, like if you have a sister 2000 miles away who suddenly develops car trouble. Have her get the free scan, write the codes down, then call you for further advice.

 

[rob6773]

Code readers are so cheap now everyone should have one. In fact it is worth getting one that will give you a live data list, this can be used for further problem solving. With one of these, a multimeter, and a DIY Alldata subscription you can handle all but the trickiest of problems.

 

[Virtuoso]

I'm not buying one if I can use Advance's for free.

The live data set though.. that could be a deal breaker one day. Pretty nifty tool to have, if needed.