Preferred Scanner for Honda (Accord) Gen 6 through Gen9?
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Preferred Scanner for Honda (Accord) Gen 6 through Gen9?
I have not been on the board in a while. I have been fortunate to do a lot of repairs without a scanner, but I find myself in need of one. What has the forum been using for a scanner the works well with Honda? I have been looking at Autel MD802 / MD808, Foxwell NT510, Bluedriver. I would like the scanner capability to cover Gen 6 to as current as possible. I would like to stay at about $200 or less. Your input and experience is appreciated. Thanks
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Re: Preferred Scanner for Honda (Accord) Gen 6 through Gen9?
Why do you need a scanner? Are you capable of reading and interpreting data PIDS? If you are,there is no scanner worthwhile under $1000.
Most "scanners" under that price range only provide generic data as outlined in SAE J1979. That information is not very useful for diagnosing todays vehicles. (its better than no data at all,but you still need to understand how to interpret the PIDS)
If youre just looking at defining codes, any code reader will suffice,although I am less versed in the quality of code readers. However,Id venture to say the higher priced units will give you a broader range of codes.
Most "scanners" under that price range only provide generic data as outlined in SAE J1979. That information is not very useful for diagnosing todays vehicles. (its better than no data at all,but you still need to understand how to interpret the PIDS)
If youre just looking at defining codes, any code reader will suffice,although I am less versed in the quality of code readers. However,Id venture to say the higher priced units will give you a broader range of codes.