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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: Sir Gingerlot on 04 May 2008, 22:20:50

Title: code reader advise
Post by: Sir Gingerlot on 04 May 2008, 22:20:50

Can anyone recommend a decent code reader to buy that is easy to use and can read and reset codes. I had to go to the Stealers with a misfire and EML showing. Nearly two hours later, two very bored children and £107 worse off they had replaced my spark plugs. If I had had a code reader it would have cost me £12.

Can you help?

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: VXL V6 on 04 May 2008, 22:31:55

As you have a 2.2 any ELM327 should read the engine ECU.  :y

Have a look at the Gendan website for software that can support ELM327 readers and is slightly more tailored to Vauxhalls

http://www.gendan.co.uk/category_130.html

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: Sir Gingerlot on 04 May 2008, 22:45:19

Thanks, looks good. Have you used this yourself?

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: VXL V6 on 04 May 2008, 22:55:36

No I haven't but it does look good, there are other options:-

Cheapo £20ish eBay scanners that can read and clear some codes (you'll get your £20 back on the first read!)

Opelscanner but it is expensive for occasional use, though very  comprehensive and able to read most ecu's on most GM cars from '87 onwards (Latest version supports the latest CAN-Bus equipped cars)

Highly recommended is to visit either TheBoy or MarksDTM who have the real deal Tech II and can offer the same Tech II service as your local dealer but with a great deal more knowledge!  :y

http://theboy.omegaowners.com/tech2/prices.shtml

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: Sir Gingerlot on 05 May 2008, 08:12:58

On this particular occasion I needed the car fixed quickly, but I agree that a trip to Marks DTM in Nottingham would be the best option in the future if time permits.

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: Big_Roger on 05 May 2008, 11:58:28

Hi,
I have MaxScan GS500 very pleased with it. Completely self contained hand held unit.
Reads codes and tells you what they mean, (no having to look up tables) clears codes, reads live data stream, reads freeze frame data, displays O2 sensor readings.
IIRC £78.00
See www.autech.com

Roger

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: Sir Gingerlot on 07 May 2008, 18:53:49

Roger,
Thanks for the link. I have tried it a couple of times but just get Nissan sponsored sites on Go Daddy.com. Am I missing something.

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: VXL V6 on 07 May 2008, 19:06:44

As you have a 2.2 could you try a little test?

Press both the brake pedal and throttle pedal to the floor and turn the ignition to position 2 (ie. not to start position - DO NOT START THE CAR!), if theory is correct the engine management light should either flash continuously or flash out a code.

Thanks  :y

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: silvershark on 08 May 2008, 19:54:34

hi would vxl v6 know is the elm327 able to work on a 2000 2.0 16v or only on the 2.2

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: VXL V6 on 08 May 2008, 20:43:05

ELM 327 interface works on 2.2/2.6/3.2, I think some of the so called 'Multi Protocol' devices advertised can talk to earlier systems. TheBoy or MarksDTM would be able to advise you further.

2.0 (both versions) 2.5 and 3.0 can be paperclipped regardless of body style.

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1189022687

HTH
Andy

Title: Re: code reader advise
Post by: hotel21 on 09 May 2008, 08:42:20

Quote

hi would vxl v6 know is the elm327 able to work on a 2000 2.0 16v or only on the 2.2

Passing info on from TheBoy who is currently unavailable (away investigating a production problem at the Stella Artois factory in Belgium) and he asked me to post the following on his behalf.

The ELM will not work on the 2.0 litre, unfortunately...

....end quote!   :D