SNAP-ON

They are out of date and cant be updated anymore. They are all over for $500 or less.

The scanner at Autozone will do most of what it will do. ABS and airbag info is all you will gain but you cant update so you might work for you in the future.

I wouldn't buy it.

 

Here is one on ebay ending in 1 hour for $89.00


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Snap-on-MT-2500-Scanner-body-Cartridges_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43989QQihZ019QQitemZ290257837478QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

 

Hi,
You probably don't need a snap on.. Just go to advance or autozone and pick up one of the $100 ones. Try to get one that reads real time info back to you. That will help you figure out what is wrong sometimes(oxygen sensor, tps sensor, temp sensor) It will let you scroll through the readings of each of these items.

 

I have an OBD2 scanner I think they're $100-$150 pretty much anywhere, they come with a code book as well.

 

The MT2500 is a good scanner if you can find it with the BLACK cartridge included. This was the latest update and it is the update flashable cartridge. The cheaper scanners will give you codes,monitor status, and allow you to clear codes. To do diagnostic's, you really need a scanner that will give you live data readings such as fuel trims, O2, O2 heaters, and much more. If
the one you are looking at is the last version with the larger backlite screen and the graphing multimeter with all the adapters and keys, it could be a nice addition for you-(with a little negotiation) Regards, Rick
P.S. what is included?

 

I have an OTC Genesys (I think that's how they spell it) nice unit and much more capable than the Snap On.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

 

OBDII means that it reads all check engine codes across all vehicle that are in the US. It is a regulation since 2000 (or so) that all cars made in USA and imported to the USA for use on highways that they have to be able to be diagnosed with a generic scanner.

Basically, all cars have to be able to be read via OBD II to be Imported in the US.

I have read/reset codes from a Lambo, my ferrari, many bmws, Mercedes, toyotas, chevy, fords etc with my cheap $199 Auto Xray scanner. I also have a Genisis OTC its about 1000 bucks, I only needed it to use for airbag and abs problems.

Snap on will not go any further on a BMW than a OBD II scanner, you have to have the factory bmw scanner to get deeper than the standard OBD II codes. Same with Mercedes you must have a star diag computer, land rover needs a testbook system, and even GM needs a tech II scanner.

Trust me you only need a cheap scanner for what you are using it for. The snap on will confuse the heck out of you also. (BTW, those keys are used for different cars, they break and are not replaceable from snap-on anymore) E-7 or E-9 key is the most common I think.

Good luck feel free to PM me if you want more info

 

New, the Snap On unit was quite expensive, so $7000 total investment doesn't sound off track.

The Snap On unit is basically a 25 year old design while the OTC is around 10 years old and uses a processor similar to a PC processor. As stated before, neither will be a huge help on German stuff as BMW, Mercedes, and VW don't like to release their info in the US. Oddly, all are available in other markets. I think the OTC can do a fair amount beyond standard OBDII on the BMW and Mercedes, but I could be wrong. You'll want to check out OTC's website to find out. One other thing about the OTC is that it is still supported by OTC and can be updated and upgraded.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill
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+1 on the AutoXray scanner. I have an AX6000 that I paid less than $500 for. Does everything I've needed so far.

Try to avoid Snap-On if you can.
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