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  • Frank K.
    Expired
    • January 1, 2000
    • 319

    Scan tool for C4

    I need a scan tool for my 93 LT1 . I would like one that will have the option to do my other vehicles now and in the future. All suggestions welcomed!
  • Keith B.
    Extremely Frequent Poster
    • September 15, 2014
    • 1581

    #2
    Re: Scan tool for C4

    How much you looking to spend

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    • Frank K.
      Expired
      • January 1, 2000
      • 319

      #3
      Re: Scan tool for C4

      What ever it takes to do the job!

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      • Keith B.
        Extremely Frequent Poster
        • September 15, 2014
        • 1581

        #4
        Re: Scan tool for C4

        A good snap on one will coat around 3k and you will need to get it updated every few years to stay current

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        • Michael W.
          Expired
          • April 1, 1997
          • 4290

          #5
          Re: Scan tool for C4

          Decent P-code readers for modern cars are under $20. Search for ELM 327 on the weeb.

          Not sure if buying a reader that can do both older (pre-OBD II) cars and modern stuff is worthwhile.

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          • Steven B.
            Very Frequent User
            • April 11, 2012
            • 233

            #6
            Re: Scan tool for C4

            I had an earlier Innova 3140 OBD2/OBD1 scan tool with OBD2 live data that I liked. In 2015 I purchased an Innova 3160 Scan tool because I had a need to be able to pull codes for ABS. It will also scan SRS in 1996 and newer vehicles. Although the 3160 does not say it will scan anything older than 1996 vehicles, the information from Innova suggests that it will scan GM and some other older vehicles with OBD1 systems. I know the 3140 will do both and it is still available for $168.68 through Amazon.com.

            Steve


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            • David H.
              Extremely Frequent Poster
              • June 30, 2001
              • 1522

              #7
              Re: Scan tool for C4

              Frank,

              Gordon Killebrew sells a Fault Code Diagnostic Grounding Plug Set that allows straightforward access to failure codes on C-4 Corvette. The plug set for 82-93 and Manual is $45. (FYI the 94-96 Plug set and Manual is also $45). Pretty easy to use and inexpensive, plus small so you can have in car at all times.



              Dave
              Last edited by David H.; May 31, 2017, 07:06 PM. Reason: added "Set" to plug description
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              • Douglas L.
                Expired
                • May 8, 2015
                • 181

                #8
                Re: Scan tool for C4

                Search Ebay for a old snap-on mt2500(the brick). They're pretty obsolete now so go for small $$$, just be sure to get the proper keys for your application. About as good as it gets besides the GM tool.

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                • Frank K.
                  Expired
                  • January 1, 2000
                  • 319

                  #9
                  Re: Scan tool for C4

                  There is one on e-bay as of today June 5 for $300.00 . I asked if it did ob1 and they said they assume so! What should be included in this kit to do OB1? Also can add optional cars be tested ?

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                  • Frank K.
                    Expired
                    • January 1, 2000
                    • 319

                    #10
                    Re: Scan tool for C4

                    What are the items to look for if i buy used? And what soft ware should it come with?

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                    • John G.
                      Expired
                      • September 24, 2013
                      • 245

                      #11
                      Re: Scan tool for C4

                      For my '88 Anniversary I have:
                      cable from http://www.aldlcable.com
                      WINaldl software from: http://winaldl.joby.se/

                      It takes some delving to find the correct chip set to set in the software. I use a Windows 10 laptop.

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                      • Keith B.
                        Extremely Frequent Poster
                        • September 15, 2014
                        • 1581

                        #12
                        Re: Scan tool for C4

                        the Snap on brick scanner mt2500 is a obsolete one it will work great with your 93 and newer C4's but not much newer then the late 90's. for GM cars and trucks you need Key #9 . with out plugging it in I have no idea how you check it

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