Tech2 subscription

[ukrkoz]

I need to read body (?) codes on my 07 Tahoe. Apparently, I need a Tech2 for it and am considering a 3 day subscription. Have "service suspension system" message
As it's 3 days, use of bust, here's my questions:
1. will OBD Bluetooth adapter suffice or I need cable? If cable - any cable, OBD to PC? Or it somehow has to be GM specific cable?
2. ACDelco site says Windows 10 Pro required. I have Windows 10 Home. No go?
I don't really want to pay $64 just to find out that it is not connecting or OS is not compatible, ya know....
So what do I need to make it work?

 

[swathdiver]

I need to read body (?) codes on my 07 Tahoe. Apparently, I need a Tech2 for it and am considering a 3 day subscription. Have "service suspension system" message
As it's 3 days, use of bust, here's my questions:
1. will OBD Bluetooth adapter suffice or I need cable? If cable - any cable, OBD to PC? Or it somehow has to be GM specific cable?
2. ACDelco site says Windows 10 Pro required. I have Windows 10 Home. No go?
I don't really want to pay $64 just to find out that it is not connecting or OS is not compatible, ya know....
So what do I need to make it work?

You just need the Tech-2, the subscription is for programming.

 

[Rocket Man]

What he said^^^. You’ll be able to do diagnostics, read codes, clear them , read live data etc. Only time you need a subscription is if you’re going to program modules aka changing out the body controller etc.

 

[ukrkoz]

Well, didn't make me any smarter. How do I get Tech2 and what do I need to make it work/connected on laptop. I literally just need to read body code.

 

[ukrkoz]

This?

GM Tech2 Tech 2 Scanner GM Diagnostic tool with CANdi & TIS2000 For GM/SAAB/OPEL/SUZUKI/ISUZU/Holden

www.obd2.ltd

Costs half that to take to a shop and have it scanned...

 

[Rocket Man]

This?

GM Tech2 Tech 2 Scanner GM Diagnostic tool with CANdi & TIS2000 For GM/SAAB/OPEL/SUZUKI/ISUZU/Holden

www.obd2.ltd

Costs half that to take to a shop and have it scanned...

Ok, first time sure. The Tech2 is the diagnostic tool used by the dealerships on these trucks and it’s a one time purchase that you can use forever. If you work on your vehicle yourself it can save thousands over the years. If you just want to read body codes one time, you don’t need to buy one.

 

[ukrkoz]

I know. So - yes, it's like one I posted...
I do mostly OK with 2 scanners I have...
I thought, there is, like Toyota Techstream, a subscription download and a cable, that allows you to hook up laptop to OBD and read codes.

 

[Fless]

I know. So - yes, it's like one I posted...
I do mostly OK with 2 scanners I have...
I thought, there is, like Toyota Techstream, a subscription download and a cable, that allows you to hook up laptop to OBD and read codes.

That's Tech2Win (emulates the Tech 2 on a computer) and you'd still need an interface, J2534, for the passthrough.

 

[ukrkoz]

Yeah.. That interface itself is 3 diagnostics at dealer...
Now, miser's question.
What do you think of this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014CT4M3K/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A2YWURTSRUAKKQ&psc=1

As that's something I can buy and reuse.

 

[swathdiver]

This?

GM Tech2 Tech 2 Scanner GM Diagnostic tool with CANdi & TIS2000 For GM/SAAB/OPEL/SUZUKI/ISUZU/Holden

www.obd2.ltd

Costs half that to take to a shop and have it scanned...

It'll pay for itself in no time. Maybe you'll like the VX DIAG NANO types that use a laptop. I prefer the Tech-2.

 

[ukrkoz]

I'll try buddie's scanner tomorrow and if not, I have $81 refund coming into Amazon Tuesday and will get that Foxtell. I went through user manual, they do have BCM listed in scannable modules. It'll come handy in the future anyway.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

You don't need a computer with the Tech 2 to diagnose and troubleshoot. It is a standalone tool for diagnostics.

https://www.alibaba.com/product-det...spm=a2700.galleryofferlist.0.0.70d61b8a5s5VmU

As stated above you will save thousands of dollars with this tool over the lifetime of your truck. My Tech 2 paid for itself in the first 3 months that I owned it.

 

[TollKeeper]

Or... You could fill out your profile, and see if one of the members here live near you, that also has a Tech2..

Like an echo, it feels like I just did this in the last couple days...

Tech 2 Owners Map

There are quite a few members that have a Tech 2 and there are always people who wish they had one to use so I thought I would post this thread to try and help each other out. If you own a Tech 2 and would be willing to help out another forum member that might be local to you then post up your...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

 

[CaptainAmerica1]

Or... You could fill out your profile, and see if one of the members here live near you, that also has a Tech2..

Like an echo, it feels like I just did this in the last couple days...

Tech 2 Owners Map

There are quite a few members that have a Tech 2 and there are always people who wish they had one to use so I thought I would post this thread to try and help each other out. If you own a Tech 2 and would be willing to help out another forum member that might be local to you then post up your...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

Bingo!

 

[ukrkoz]

Oh, that's a great idea. Thank you

 

[TollKeeper]

Oh, that's a great idea. Thank you

So where do you live?

 

[ukrkoz]

Auburn WA. Could not figure, how to update my profile on cell.
I got me Foxtell NT 530 scanner. Just tried it. Reads 28 systems, seems to be - all codes. There's a bunch of stuff else it can read, I didn't dive into it in depth. $180 after tax.

 

[swathdiver]

Auburn WA. Could not figure, how to update my profile on cell.
I got me Foxtell NT 530 scanner. Just tried it. Reads 28 systems, seems to be - all codes. There's a bunch of stuff else it can read, I didn't dive into it in depth. $180 after tax.

Keep us posted on how it works. I've not heard of these being able to read BCM codes before so that's good news for folks if it does.

 

[ukrkoz]

Sure. I'll re run it later today after commute. It did read ECM, trannie, body, ABS, steering, even door locks. It's cheap and clunky, but works. Honestly, I likely should have gone for Autel. We scanned my Tahoe Monday with one at buddy's shop, much nicer. Oh well, Amazon is Amazon - pack it and return it.

 

[exp500]

There is this also-GM MDI 2 Diagnostic Tool with Wifi Card for GM 1996 to 2022