Which OBD tool to buy with functions?

[Claytonn]

Hey guys I was wondering which is a good scan tool I can use for a 2006 Yukon Denali, I happen oto buy one buy it does nothing but just read the codes.

I'm looking for something that will help me relearn the crankshaft position sensor and reset codes etc anything with these functions.

Could someone recommend me a capable obd tool that would do these things?.

Much appreciated!.

 

[loulblades]

I have a couple of scanners but I can't recommend either for a Denali. Oh sure they do a reasonable job reading engine sensors, graphing data etc but the Denali has so many more interesting things. Eventually a person with a Denali may want to be able to get down into the wheel speed sensors or yaw sensor when the traction control is causing it to almost stall when taking off from a stop. Problem is I think these type of readers are pricy >$1K. I haven't looked at these seriously because my nephew has a garage and he was willing to ride around with me until we figured out the problem, which I haven't invested the money in to fix yet.

 

[Claytonn]

I have a couple of scanners but I can't recommend either for a Denali. Oh sure they do a reasonable job reading engine sensors, graphing data etc but the Denali has so many more interesting things. Eventually a person with a Denali may want to be able to get down into the wheel speed sensors or yaw sensor when the traction control is causing it to almost stall when taking off from a stop. Problem is I think these type of readers are pricy >$1K. I haven't looked at these seriously because my nephew has a garage and he was willing to ride around with me until we figured out the problem, which I haven't invested the money in to fix yet.

 

[Claytonn]

Ahh I see, true they are quite expensive, I was looking into Tech II and launch x431 pro, it seems these tools could do the job, but then again I'm still researching more

 

[HiHoeSilver]

Some guys have found success with the Chinese tech 2 knock offs for a couple hundred bucks.

 

[loulblades]

One thing I would recommend, if you are going with the full blown system, is to have the bluetooth capability. It is really nice to be able to take the display with you when crawling under the truck and being able to trigger devices (i.e. the EGR vent valve, which I am currently working on, or the pump for the self levelers etc).

 

[swathdiver]

My Tech2 came from the same factory that makes them for Vetronix. Does more than I've learned how so far!