Scan tool needed for suspension

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[the blur]

They all have negative reviews. Very concerning.

 

[OR VietVet]

They all have negative reviews. Very concerning.

All, Who, has negative reviews?

 

[Fless]

I just looked. Yea, my Autel is the MaxiCOM MK808S and about 2 months ago, IIRC, I was using it and had to purchase updates, after the first two years I owned it. @Fless, you must have bought yours about the same time I did. I was not having to purchase updates for what I was currently working on but it asked me about 3 times as I was navigating thru what I actually wanted to do. So, I purchased them and sat there while it went thru the process. I do not know what Android it is running.

I'm not aware that updates are mandatory after a certain amount of time. I let mine lapse more than a year and elected to update; I wasn't forced. Yes, it pesters one to update, like an old nag, but I just ignore those notices.

 

[OR VietVet]

I'm not aware that updates are mandatory after a certain amount of time. I let mine lapse more than a year and elected to update; I wasn't forced. Yes, it pesters one to update, like an old nag, but I just ignore those notices.

Not mandatory, just pestered me.

 

[fredcook]

I've gone through several scan tools. I have owned, and currently own, TopDon, Launch, Autel, and Innova scan tools. I've settled on TopDon. The rest are collecting dust. TopDon has proven to be a solid product at a good price with great live U.S. based tech phone support.

Specifically for our GMT900 platform, I use a TopDon Phoenix Plus bi-directional scan tool. I've paired it with TopDon's Phoenix Scope (oscilloscope), their TC001 thermal camera, and their BTMobil ProS battery tester. I also have TopDon's Tornado 30000 for maintaining voltage for long diagnostics, programming, and coding. Speaking of coding an programming, I also have TopDon's RLink J2534 passthrough for using GM's SPS2, GDS2, etc. (replaces the old Tech2 functionality).

The Phoenix Plus 2 is more than capable of reading all of GMs B (body), C (chassis), and U (network) DTC's, as well as the usual P (powertrain) codes. Naturally, it's bi-directional so you can manipulate modules, actuators, etc. It has topology and can display up to 12 live data graphs at one time. All in all, it's a great diagnostic tool.

There hasn't been anything I haven't been able to diagnose or test with this toolset on the GMT900.

 

[pronstar]

I've gone through several scan tools. I have owned, and currently own, TopDon, Launch, Autel, and Innova scan tools. I've settled on TopDon. The rest are collecting dust. TopDon has proven to be a solid product at a good price with great live U.S. based tech phone support.

Good info and thanks for posting it.

I’ve got Launch but am not super happy with it. I’ll have to check out TopDon.

 

[chutkin]

Sorry for hijacking the thread...

I need diagnostic scanner for my 2004 Monte Carlo and 2007 GMC Youkon.

Which one would be better for me, Foxwell NT710 Bi-directional Scan Tool or Tech2 (clone from here: https://www.autonumen.com/goods-156...G1pBEwree6xg44ISeD2_LpnaOr6cy7oQaAsV0EALw_wcB )

I could get both for almost same price. Foxwell might come from their Europe site and could save customs and paper work.

Thanks for all advises.
Ivo

 

[mikez71]

My vote is foxwell, despite not knowing anything about them.
The tech2 is old and crude, and will be useless for most any other vehicle..

 

[OR VietVet]

The Foxwell NT710 is a manufacturer specific scanner. I ordered mine for my GM vehicles. I believe you can pay for and add other manufacturers too.

 

[chutkin]

Thanks for the answers guys,

Yes, you are correct. You can add additional license/software for other car brands.

For the time being, I am GM fan and not planning to switch to other brand

OK, I will go with Foxwell and see what it will be

Thanks,
Ivo

 

[OR VietVet]

Thanks for the answers guys,

Yes, you are correct. You can add additional license/software for other car brands.

For the time being, I am GM fan and not planning to switch to other brand

OK, I will go with Foxwell and see what it will be

Thanks,
Ivo

I bought this Foxwell NT710 when I thought I would only need a live data bi-directional scanner for my 2 GM vehicles. Then I got deeper in the driveway work and was working on numerous manufacturers vehicles and bought an Autel MK808S and I am happy with it. I am curious about the Tod Don scanner but as of today, I have my entire tool collection up for sale on CL and FB. If you look there, you can see why I am doing it.