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Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 11:57 am
by Benengo
Can anyone recommend a cheap one that is able to reset codes once I’ve noted and rectified the problem?

Also, I don’t mind spending a bit more for a device that would work on several different makes and models. Are they universal, or do I need a different unit or BMW, VAG, etc?

Re: Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 12:40 pm
by strummer
carly module and phone app seems to be the way to go  ;)

Re: Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 1:27 pm
by grumpywurzel
I have been looking on the Carly site, be careful as it states that the Bluetooth version doesn't support E53

Re: Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 1:48 pm
by ianst0028
[quote="grumpywurzel"]
I have been looking on the Carly site, be careful as it states that the Bluetooth version doesn't support E53
[/quote]

thats why i didnt go for carly ... i have an autel motpro that i use for other jobs as well as the bmw and an old xp laptop with the bmw software on it for more detailed stuff
i'd love to get hold of a tablet based diagnostic but i think i'd be divorced if the Mrs found out (and her solicitor would make sure she kept the tablet)

Re: Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 2:23 pm
by grumpywurzel
[quote="ianst0028"]
[quote="grumpywurzel"]
I have been looking on the Carly site, be careful as it states that the Bluetooth version doesn't support E53
[/quote]

thats why i didnt go for carly ... i have an autel motpro that i use for other jobs as well as the bmw and an old xp laptop with the bmw software on it for more detailed stuff
i'd love to get hold of a tablet based diagnostic but i think i'd be divorced if the Mrs found out (and her solicitor would make sure she kept the tablet)
[/quote]

Don't mention bloody Solicitors to me.mate

Re: Fault code reader recommendations?

Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2017 11:00 pm
by Dave ett
How cheap is cheap? Cable-shak.co.uk sell the right kit and it comes with all the software you could need.