Truck Code Reader Recomendations

/ Truck Code Reader Recomendations #1  

kneedeep

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AL Gulf Coast & MS Delta
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Mahindra 3510 & 8560
I need to get a Code Reader for a 06 Duramax 4x4.
I am sure a lot of you have them in the toolbox and use them. Looking for a reasonable priced unit to help diagnose current and future issues with my truck.

What is your go to reader??

TIA
 
/ Truck Code Reader Recomendations #3  
I run the Scanguage II on both my 1 ton fords, can be customized for different readings
and will pull and reset codes as needed

>> ScanGauge II
 
/ Truck Code Reader Recomendations #4  
Avoid low end plugin blue tooth/wifi/cell phone apps units... Just bit the bullet and spend $75 to $100 (or more) for good direct plugin unit... I have a ELM 327 and Android app, some days it works and some days it is absolutely miserable to get it to read anything.... Those day I have to trudge over and borrow neighbors $89 unit...

Dale
 
/ Truck Code Reader Recomendations #5  
Pretty much anything Autel works ok even though their junk is stolen intellectual property because hey, that's how the Chinese do it!
 
/ Truck Code Reader Recomendations #6  
i'd second the Scanguage. Handy for both getting codes and using as a gauge for other things while operating if needed (like trans. temp, egt etc depending on vehicle)
 

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