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Old 07-03-2008 | 12:53 PM
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Hi,
I have a 1998 Trans AM and I want to read out the error codes of my 1998 Trans AM.
And I also want to disable the Service Engine Light.

I want to do this with my laptop using the usb port.

I looked at ebay.com for "OBD II USB".

But I dont know what I need.
There are things for 4 USD, but i dont know if it works
http://cgi.ebay.com/OBD-II-ELM327-US...QQcmdZViewItem

the other one is this (very expensive)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Windo...spagenameZWDVW

but this is to expensive for me.


Would a single cable be ok for me?
Is there a software available which is free?
You know a software which is working with MS Vista?

Thanks a lot for your help
Old 07-06-2008 | 05:09 AM
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Hey guys please help me.
i want to read out the error codes and reset the service light.

i thought it is the cheapest way to use my laptop with usb port.

please tell me what i have exactly to buy.

THX
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Any generic OBD2 reader will read the codes for you. Some even offer the ability to reset the light.

But if you want to delete the codes (i.e. !EGR), you will need a tuning package such as EFILive. Several sponsors sell EFILive and should be able to get you a good deal on it.
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do you have a direct link to the package or product i need.

THX
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Originally Posted by Player87
do you have a direct link to the package or product i need.

THX
http://www.hptuners.com/order.php

Both the Standard or Pro VCM suite will do what you need.
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Sh** that is really expensive.

is there nothing cheaper??

what is the expensive part?
the software?

The cable is 30USD i saw at their website.

THX




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