Will this scanner tool work on the LT-5>>>

[ZR1Vette]

http://www.actron.com/product_detail.php?pid=16152

Thanks
Michael

[bradslt5]

yeah ,but its a cheap version of what you need it will read trouble code but i believe you have to count the flashes to find the codes that are set . a decent tool will give you actual led readouts .

[Aurora40]

For that type of code reading, save your money and use a paperclip.

I wouldn't call that a "scanner", as they generally retrieve operational data from the car. That's simply a code reader. If you didn't have any codes set, that tool wouldn't be useful at all for diagnosing any drivability issues.

If you want to see some stuff before you buy it, I've a EZ Scan 6000, as well as TTS Datamaster on a laptop you can check out. I can bring it to Chik-Fil-A sometime if you are interested.

[ZR1Vette]

For that type of code reading, save your money and use a paperclip.

I wouldn't call that a "scanner", as they generally retrieve operational data from the car. That's simply a code reader. If you didn't have any codes set, that tool wouldn't be useful at all for diagnosing any drivability issues.

If you want to see some stuff before you buy it, I've a EZ Scan 6000, as well as TTS Datamaster on a laptop you can check out. I can bring it to Chik-Fil-A sometime if you are interested.

Cool.. see you at Chik F A gathering.. I just want something I can monitor codes on the routine basis
Michael

[Aurora40]

Cool.. see you at Chik F A gathering.. I just want something I can monitor codes on the routine basis
Michael
I don't go there that often, so let me know when you want to meet up and I'll bring the stuff. :cheers:

[tomtom72]

.. I just want something I can monitor codes on the routine basis
Michael

Just a suggestion, I bought the Gordon Killabrew "jumper package"...forgot how much $ it was...not too much if I recall. You get a book with the short version of the codes, what they are, and you can use the jumpers to clear the DTC's and see if they reset. I keep them in my glovebox as they are great for use anywhere.

For me they are easier to use than the paper clip because you don't even have to look at the ALDL connector....just pick the "jumper" for the system and plug it in the ALDL....for example you get a jumper for the ECM, FX3, CCM, SIR, ABS, & I forget the sixth one...but you get the idea.:o

:cheers:
Tom

[cope05]

I would like to purchase a diagnostic tool that works via a laptop, does anyone have an opinion on what make/mosel is the best?

Thanks

[Aurora40]

TTS Datamaster is nice because you get 20 records for free before you have to buy it. So you can try it out before committing. You just need a laptop and a cable.

[-=Jeff=-]

I was workign on the Definition file to use ScannerPro, I need to try it this summer once I finish it..

[Torchred96]

I know this is an old post..see I do search!, But I downloaded datamaster and now, I'm wondering what to do with it. Do I just need a usb to aldl connector cable with my laptop to start reading what's going on with all the parameters that are monitored?

It's not easy trying to learn this stuff without help. What's the best way to learn about setting/tuning the different sensors and what's going on with the injectors, which are firing, which are not, same with spark plugs, coils, dic, etc. etc.?

I'm pretty good with an multimeter, just have to be told what to do with it :)

[tomtom72]

Sam, I do believe that your understanding of the "how to" is correct. That is the reason that those programs cost what they cost? They will give the same and usually more info for display then even the hand held scanners, and they are able to present that info in different forms.
As I look at my MT2500 Snap-On it just gives me three display lines of what the sensors are doing so I have to scroll to get it all. The lap top stuff can put up everything if you like on one screen, or isolate any number of info streams as you see fit, display the data as numerical values, graphs, overlay graphs, bar displays. I mean like it's almost endless how the data can be depicted on the screen.

:cheers:
Tom