Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)This is an alright product:
Pros:
+Read & Reset Check Engine Light codes
+Can read many OBD parameters (just not with the included program)
Cons:
-Slow. The refresh rate is at best 1-3 updates per second when reading OBD2 values. This is way to slow to be of much use.
-Fuel mileage calculations with included software is woefully optimistic
-Included software can only read a few parameters. There are some free software alternatives, but most of the good stuff is quite expensiveOverall:
Decent for CEL reading/resetting. Although, a cheap handheld device does the same thing and is more portable.
Poor for monitoring values over OBD2. The refresh rate is too low to be of much diagnostic use.
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ElmScan 5 is the original best-selling ELM327-based scan tool, and is the perfect entry-level scan tool for the budget-minded do-it-yourself mechanic. ElmScan 5 Compact lets you turn your computer into a sophisticated diagnostic system. The scan tool is a breeze to install and configure, and provides a lot more information about your vehicle, than a handheld scan tool. It is fully OBD-II compliant and works with any Windows PC with a USB port. ElmScan 5 Compact includes all necessary hardware and software to diagnose your vehicle's problems.
The free, exclusive, feature-packed OBDwiz diagnostics software included with the scan tool allows you to:
* Turn off check engine light, and erase stored diagnostic information* Read and erase stored, pending, and permanent trouble codes (both generic and manufacturer-specific, over 7000 codes in database)* Built-in online lookup of probable causes and possible solutions* Access freeze frame information* Display, graph, and log 90+ real-time parameters* Create custom digital dashboards* Measure and display fuel economy* And much more!
Recommended Third Party Software
* EasyObdII* ProScan* ScanTool.net Diagnostic Software* ScanMaster * ScanXL Standard & Pro (including GM, Ford, and Mazda add-ons)* TouchScan
Package Contents
* ElmScan 5 Compact unit* Quick Start Guide* Installation CD (device drivers, user documentation, OBDwiz diagnostic software)
Warranty
Buy with confidence. If you are not happy with our product or service, we do not want your money! This product comes with a 90 day money back guarantee, and a 3 year "repair or replace" warranty.
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