good "universal" scan tool
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good "universal" scan tool I'm looking for a good universal scan tool. It doesn't need to be anything too fancy, but I want it to pull and delete codes. I'll be using it a lot on my 2001 Nissan Frontier. I don't know much about these scan tools, but I have been told some aren't very specific. I would like it to be as specific as possible (I want it to diagnose the code/problem) without breaking the bank. I know some cost well less than $50, and I don't need anything that cheap. I really don't see the need to spend more than $200 or so. Any suggestions?
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I have bought several Harbor Freight scanners when they are on sale (around $100) for myself and others. They are pretty universal. However, they just show you the code number and a short description for the common ones.
As mentioned, Google "Nissan Code xxx" to learn more about what it means and perhaps even "Nissan 2001 Frontier code xxx" for details pertaining to your car.
Yes, there are expensive scanners that have more info built in, but it will never be specific to your car and not even 1% as useful as a Google search.
As mentioned, Google "Nissan Code xxx" to learn more about what it means and perhaps even "Nissan 2001 Frontier code xxx" for details pertaining to your car.
Yes, there are expensive scanners that have more info built in, but it will never be specific to your car and not even 1% as useful as a Google search.
