Watch this before you buy a scanner in 2024.

Today, we talk about scan tools and which ones to look for as a DIYer. I'll explain why they are priced the way they are and which is the best deal for you.

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[berlinjackson]

I have a Lexus RX350 and a Chevrolet Silverado Duramax diesel. My Silverado has some issues and what scan tool would you recommend?

[jabbasan]

Love these videos for the Tundra, I have 2017 Tundra and your videos have saved me a fortune in dealer
fees. Thank you!

[Smudg]

Can the Thinkdiag 2 read Mercedes models from 2006 and up? including directional like headlights, ABS ...etc, and module ECU programing like key fobs? Thank you.

[tyronjharry]

Very informational for the vehicles now a days, much appreciated

[imfloridano]

I own a Autel MX808 which I purchased in 2018 that as autel stated wasn't bidirectional but I could do injectors, abs, E-brake, DPF, and several other functions. In 2020 I believe they unlocked the MX 808 to become "bidirectional" and could do headlights, vin and sum other hot features.

[AAB]

Two important features/capabilities place it on my Do NOt BUy list
1. No topology
2. Not FCA/Autoauth approved. This means if you own a 2018 or newer FCA vehicle, it will just be a code reader, no active test capable. You're screwed basically

[terriburke]

The key saving just sold me buy one of these just for making keys way cheaper.
As long as it saves the 350 key charge the 150 tow charge to the dealer and the 100 over charge as they bend you over, I'll take the key that turns the engine over! No other scan tool gives you that huge key saving$$$ right at the get go.

[rsanchez]

It doesn’t program your key, to the car but it programs the car to accept the key, as a valid and accepted device to start etc. The key is not programmable.

[donniev]

The AP200 is the cheapest tool for programming keys at $60. I dont think it can program smart keys but it can do everything else. If anyone needs a key made, the AP200 is the best buy.

[motorcity]

they thought jacking up your car for no reason while talking to the video was going to contribute some kind of authenticity to this whole thing

[AM-nnsv]

Assuming there are no mechanical issues or fluid loss, what is the advantage of using the scan tool vs simply measuring what came out? Legitimate question, not a criticism.

[James_m]

Can you recommend other scanners like the ThinkDiag 2 that does not require subscription for home use when ever needed? Not a mechanic...

[CPthetooladdict]

Great info man! You really do a fantastic job at editing in some great angles and shots!!

[BoundANDDetermined]

Great Video. Thanks! Ok, my 2015 Volvo XC-60 has an intermittent overheating problem. Sometimes the car runs great, sometimes, it overheats and I have to pull over and wait for it to cool down. Grrr! I have 4 scan tools. There are NO error codes. Every scan tool, tells me my engine is overheating. Great but I already know this. Will this Diag2 interface with a 2015 Volvo XC-60? I need a tool that will monitor the digital signal from the Engine Control Module/Unit. Thanks again!

[davidsin]

Seems great, super interested. Does this or any tool do a/c diagnostic? My wife’s 07 v4 Camry has an issue that I suspect is one of the pressure switches, one of which is located inside the dash and it would be great to be able to check this without having to take the whole dash apart.

Thanks!

[pnojazz]

Thx for doing this! Greatly needed and appreciated!❤

[jamesbenton]

Hello I have a 2020toyota Tacoma v6 will this Launch x 431 elite will it show my transmission temperature? I would appreciate your answer back thank you.

[JettaRedIII]

The orange LAUNCH tool should allow you to add additional car brands through the Mall. I have a Benz specific one that I was able to add Honda/Acura software to. They do come at a cost to add and I believe they require yearly subscriptions for the add-on vehicle brands.

[curtisbacon]

Watching you break those lug nuts loose with that breaker bar I about laughing my ass off that breaker bar slips and you punch the ground and break your fist

[JettaRedIII]

I think I would call your "compromise" tools something else, like "cross-over" or "hybrid" since they seem to offer the better traits of the low price and advanced functionality. "Compromise" sounds like, well, compromise.