Scanner Reccomendations

[NOSOK]

Any suggestions for OBDII scanners that can read and clear SRS codes? I have a Bluetooth OBDII adapter paired with a few different apps and it provides some ok information but is no good for airbag codes. I've seen mentions of a Tech 2 thrown around but those are ridiculously priced.

I'd prefer an adapter that's accessed through an app (without needing internet access), for the sake of portability, but anything will work.

 

[Doubeleive]

You will need a wired solution of some kind such as this
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Automotive...4dbe88fcb82cea75af29|ampid:PL_CLK|clp:2334524
srs light will go out on it's own once the problem is fixed, it is not the same as a check engine light

 

[NOSOK]

I've heard the SRS light will auto reset but I don't know what the problem is and I'd rather not just throw parts at it (but I suspect it's an occupant sensor in one of the front seats).

@Doubeleive have you used that scanner you linked? The price is right

 

[Doubeleive]

I've heard the SRS light will auto reset but I don't know what the problem is and I'd rather not just throw parts at it (but I suspect it's an occupant sensor in one of the front seats).

@Doubeleive have you used that scanner you linked? The price is right

No I have not I just did a quick search for something economical I have a collection of scanners, lol tech2, vxdiag, innova, and some other non srs/abs basic code readers, plus a grip of bluetooth garbage that are ok for just reading basic codes or maybe monitoring via a phone app but otherwise there garbage.
you can probably pickup a older craftsman scanner on ebay for probably $50-60 those seem to work ok and will do abs/srs I sold mine to another member quite a while back

**eh after another search it seems the craftsman scanners have dried up there used to be several listed all the time.

 

[NOSOK]

No I have not I just did a quick search for something economical I have a collection of scanners, lol tech2, vxdiag, innova...

looks like the vxdiag nano is $100. it interfaces with GM software (I'm guessing pirated) so it *shouldn't* have an issue reading SRS codes. Would you say the nano is the best option? I'd like to keep the scanner under $200.

 

[Doubeleive]

looks like the vxdiag nano is $100. it interfaces with GM software (I'm guessing pirated) so it *shouldn't* have an issue reading SRS codes. Would you say the nano is the best option? I'd like to keep the scanner under $200.

YA the software is hacked you have to disable antivirus to install it because it has to change some windows files to make it work, if you have a laptop laying around that isn't being used for anything important then yes it works fine as tech2win (windows based virtual interface) instead of the actual tech2 hardware

 

[kbuskill]

Any suggestions for OBDII scanners that can read and clear SRS codes? I have a Bluetooth OBDII adapter paired with a few different apps and it provides some ok information but is no good for airbag codes. I've seen mentions of a Tech 2 thrown around but those are ridiculously priced.

I'd prefer an adapter that's accessed through an app (without needing internet access), for the sake of portability, but anything will work.

I'm not sure what type of phone you have but this app works on my Android...

https://play.google.com/store/apps/...elm327.obd2.chevroletsys.chevroletsysscanfree

It reads ABS, SRS, ECM, TCM, etc.

It works on my 2008 Suburban. I have posted this before and some say it didn't work for them... not sure if it was because their truck was newer or what.

Anyway it is free and worth a shot before spending money on a scanner.

 

[swathdiver]

Any suggestions for OBDII scanners that can read and clear SRS codes? ...I've seen mentions of a Tech 2 thrown around but those are ridiculously priced.

Mine paid for itself after the first repair or two.

 

[NOSOK]

I'm not sure what type of phone you have but this app works on my Android...

https://play.google.com/store/apps/...elm327.obd2.chevroletsys.chevroletsysscanfree

I have an old spare android I use for Torque. I just downloaded that app - it seems to work fine but I'll try to hook it up to the truck tomorrow.

Mine paid for itself after the first repair or two.

Yeah I know, but it might just be a matter of perspective - the scan tool for my audi was $200 and I was't expecting the GM equivalent to be almost double the price.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

My Tech 2 has already paid for itself, as well.