Many auto parts retailers will let you use a scanner, in the hopes that you'll be buying parts from them. Depending on how busy they are, you might even find a clerk who is curious/helpful enough to offer assistance connecting and reading the code. Check the big "chain" auto parts retailers such as Checker, Kragen and Auto Zone. Even if they won't help, they usually have a "loaner" that they'll let you use in the parking lot.
No obd2 requires a code reader or scanner.
i have a 2000 mazda 626 with a 1744 code. i was able to pull the code but my scanner wont tell me what it is for. what does this code represent and how do i fix it?
Pull the code that has been set by the ECU with an OBD2 scanner. Once you have the code or codes they will tell you what part is being effected and where to start looking for the problem.
if this is a newer car 1996+ it will be a obdII scanner needed you don't have to warm up the car to pull a code unless you want to see the freeze frames and how the system is switching but yea all you would do is plug in the scanner and turn the key to the run position but do not start
If your vehicle is 1995 or later, you will need a scanner tool to pull the trouble codes. AutoZone and similar auto parts stores offer free scans. If your vehicle is 1994 or older, you can manually pull the trouble codes. Check out a repair manual (Hayne's or Chilton's) at your local library - chapter 6 has all the details on how to do it; also what each code means and how to trouble shoot.
Depending on where you are at, your local chain auto parts store should be able to translate the codes for you. Here in Reno, we have Auto Zone,and they have a scanner, and will pull your DTC's for you for free.
Pretty simple connect an obd2 scanner and it will pull the error codes for the check engine light then look up the error code and diagnose and fix your problem
No. All models 1994-later have a 16 pin Assembly Line Data Link (ALDL) which is the newer OBD II system which can only be accessed with a scan tool.
the only way to find out what caused the engine light to come on is to hook up a scanner and pull the code most auto part stores will do this free of charge.
the engine light requires a scanner most auto parts stores will pull the code for you. The maintenance light means you need an oil change
You can pull up your HTML code by right clicking the code and hitting, View Source. This will open the HTML code and you can format it.
You will need a diagnostic scanner to retrieve the codes.