Actron CP9550 Excellent Reference Tool.

Actron CP9550 Excellent Reference Tool.
Let's face it, cars are more complicated and as a result are longer lasting and yet can be problematic. Unlike pre-computer days when you could fix it yourself, now you must first know the Symptom to the "Check Engine Light". I could have purchased a much more expensive unit that would give me more Information. Fact of the matter is too much info can be just that. I plugged the unit in to the OBD port, it listed the Code and in 30 seconds the problem was resolved and the code was erased. The last time a trouble code came up I took it to the repair shop 5 minutes and $70 later he cleared the code and told me "did you know the PCV hose was disconnected". I had just finished servicing the Air filter, so "DUH" I messed up and pulled the connection loose when I lifted the cover off the Filter housing. That won't happen again with this little jewel. Do yourself a favor and get a "Code Reader" and save from now on. Eliminate those simple "OOPS, I Screwed Up" and save some money.

Actron CP9550 Works great on 2003 Dodge Dakota.

I bought this to help me detect the reason my check engine light was on in my 2003 Dodge Dalota truck. I opened the package, read the simple instructions, plugged it into the car and quickly read my error codes. Did some quick research on the internet, and within 20 minutes looked for and found a cracked hose in my engine compartment. I replaced the hose ($5) and then cleared the errors. The check engine light has stayed off and the truck has since passed State inspection. The dealer wanted $125 to just tell me what was wrong. Having the dealer fix it would have cost more, I am sure. Now I lend this out to my neighbors as needed. A must have for a DIYer.