Check Engine Light

[explorer97]

Hey there Guys and Gals,


Today coming back from work my check engine light came on. I have a 97 ohv 4.0L and i was woundring what is the best way about finding out what causing the check engine light to come on. Should i take my x to the dealer and have them hook up the scanner to my x to see what codes it give off. Or should i go some where else and have it done. Or should i just go out and phurchase a scanner and check the code's my self. I kind of want to phurchase a scanner. Just not quiet sure where to get one any suggestions where how much ???.


I really apprecaite if you could help


Delfino Gabriel Mendez

 

[aldive]

Avoid the dealer like the plague.

A scanner is always a good tool to have.

Take a look at the one from http://www.autoxray.com/default.htm

 

[Robb]

Call around to some local parts stores (esp AutoZone) and ask if they scan OBD-II codes for free. Most likely, you will find one that will. No point in buying an expensive scanner just to retrieve a code. Harbour Freight offers a code reader for around $50.

Robb

 

[aldive]

My reader has paid for itself many times over, I consider it essential if you have an OBD II vehicle.

 

[explorer97]

Thanks guy's


I will call around tomarrow for scanner i think i am going to phurcahse a scanner. So i am looking for a scanner that scans obd-II codes right??? am i correct.


Thanks guy's i really apprecaite it

Delfino Gabriel Mendez

 

[aldive]

Yes, you have an OBD II system.

 

[explorer97]

Cool thanks,


Delfino Gabriel Mendez

 

[explorer97]

what do you guy's think about this code reader


Click Here


Delfino Gabriel Mendez

 

[aldive]

Your link does not go to a reader????????????

 

[Hokie]

Originally posted by aldive
Your link does not go to a reader????????????

Yeah, it does... after you enter a zip code... here's the info...

3100 EQUUS OBDII CODE READER
$129.00

* Large easy-to-read LCD screen
* Retrieves both Generic (P0) and Manufacturer specific (P1) diagnostic codes
* Can LINK and retrieve codes in less than 10 seconds

 

[explorer97]

Sorry bout that guy's


try this link: Dead Link Removed



I just bought this yesturday and it's great easy to use and fun to use.


Thanks ever one for your help i really apprecaite it.


Delfino Gabriel Mendez

 

[Hoppy]

I just purchased that code reader this morning. I used it on my Dad's Windstar and found the problem with no problems operating it at all. Cleared the codes and did the IM test on it. Unfortunately I didn't know it wasn't finished and it came up with an error code afterwards because of switching the engine off before the scan was complete. I hooked her up to my 97 Ex 4.0 OHV and drove 40 kilometres home, did the scan on it before i left and no codes, did the IM test and by the time I was almost to my driveway the test was completed and ok.

What are the thoughts on anyone out there who has one of these Eqqus units?

Hoppy...