Autel MaxiScan MS300 works well.
I used this on my 1999 VW Jetta with no issues. I was able to retrieve the error code that had caused my check engine light to go and I was able to clear the error code. If it comes back on again, at least I'll have some idea of what the general problem is before I take it to an autoshop. Definitely recommended.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Very Pleased.
This little product actually works very well. The price is excellent and it's easy to use. Way better than paying 80 bucks to to the same thing at shops.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Friday, June 29, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 EXCELLENT VERY GOOD PRODUCT.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 EXCELLENT VERY GOOD PRODUCT.
THIS UNIT WORK PERFECTLY AND IS VERY EASE TO USE I LOVE IT THIS WAS A GOOD CHOICE THE CD WORK GREAT IN MY COMPUTER IS A LIBRARY OF THE GENERIC CODES EXCELLENT, IM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS THANK YOU OOOH THE SHIPPING WAS REALLY FAST.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 WORKS GREAT WITH AUDI AND EASY TO USE.
plugged it into the car and turn the key to on the on position and it was as simple as that
book says it works with all 1999 and newer models
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Does what it says, great price.
Easy to use, does what it says, and is 20 bucks shipped. Can't complain about that. Boots quickly, pulls codes quickly, clears codes easily. I've used it on a 95 legacy (yes they were OBD2), 98 forester, 96 camry, and a 2006 civic without issue.
THIS UNIT WORK PERFECTLY AND IS VERY EASE TO USE I LOVE IT THIS WAS A GOOD CHOICE THE CD WORK GREAT IN MY COMPUTER IS A LIBRARY OF THE GENERIC CODES EXCELLENT, IM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS THANK YOU OOOH THE SHIPPING WAS REALLY FAST.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 WORKS GREAT WITH AUDI AND EASY TO USE.
plugged it into the car and turn the key to on the on position and it was as simple as that
book says it works with all 1999 and newer models
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Does what it says, great price.
Easy to use, does what it says, and is 20 bucks shipped. Can't complain about that. Boots quickly, pulls codes quickly, clears codes easily. I've used it on a 95 legacy (yes they were OBD2), 98 forester, 96 camry, and a 2006 civic without issue.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great product for the right price.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great product for the right price.
If there is a complaint the only one would be i wish it had a longer cord but that is it. The product works and works well. The manual is well written and easy to understand. Worked like a charm and even though I didn't have any DTC codes I'm sure it will be easy to use in the future. I'll be testing this again on my friends truck who does have a code.
Great product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Cheap and easy to use.
Autozone had a similar model for twice as much. I gambled on this cheaper version and it works like a charm. There's no need to use the disc that comes with it, just look up the code in the manual or online.
If there is a complaint the only one would be i wish it had a longer cord but that is it. The product works and works well. The manual is well written and easy to understand. Worked like a charm and even though I didn't have any DTC codes I'm sure it will be easy to use in the future. I'll be testing this again on my friends truck who does have a code.
Great product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Cheap and easy to use.
Autozone had a similar model for twice as much. I gambled on this cheaper version and it works like a charm. There's no need to use the disc that comes with it, just look up the code in the manual or online.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great deal.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great deal.
I brought this Diagnostic scan for a birthday gift. And the person was happy and please about the product. So far the the product is working perfectly. I am happy that Gift turnout great and the price was great too. I would recommend this product for sure!
I brought this Diagnostic scan for a birthday gift. And the person was happy and please about the product. So far the the product is working perfectly. I am happy that Gift turnout great and the price was great too. I would recommend this product for sure!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works as expected.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works as expected.
I use this on my 98 Volvo and am able to read the codes and reset the CEL light. I cannot reset the service light, but I knew that before I bought the scanner. For $20 it is worth a buy i.m.o. for the DIY mechanic like myself.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scan Tool.
The Autel maxiscan ms300 is a fantastic tool. It's easy to use, very inexpensive, and well built. i highly recomend this product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple, easy and cheap.
i bought this expecting not to work, but it did, this is easy enough to use, it wil just show you the codes and erase them, but in my case that is all i need. i saved a lot of money taking my car to the workshop.
I use this on my 98 Volvo and am able to read the codes and reset the CEL light. I cannot reset the service light, but I knew that before I bought the scanner. For $20 it is worth a buy i.m.o. for the DIY mechanic like myself.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scan Tool.
The Autel maxiscan ms300 is a fantastic tool. It's easy to use, very inexpensive, and well built. i highly recomend this product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple, easy and cheap.
i bought this expecting not to work, but it did, this is easy enough to use, it wil just show you the codes and erase them, but in my case that is all i need. i saved a lot of money taking my car to the workshop.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple.
This tool is so simple and easy to use, an ape could do it. If you have access to the internet, you can check vehicle specific codes. If all you need is a code scanner and some way to clear them this is for you. If you want live sensor data or more, you need to move on to something more powerful. Autel is also a company that makes some of the code scanners for Mac Tools. Need I say more?
Autel MaxiScan MS300 LOVE IT.
Made a selection from other Identifyers & selected proper one for us to use. My wife has a 2003 Ford Tarus station wagon. The code yellow light kept coming on!
Our son spent 30 plus years at the Norfolf, VA. Ford assembly plant working on all kinds of vehickel as a pick-up & fix it worker on the assembly & chassie line! He worked on pickup trucks & cars before his appointment as a health inspector. The differece is the year of maufacture of the vehickle!!! 2003 models requior a different than 2002 models & therefore takes a different code detector!!! Most people don't know that!!! Perhaps AMAZON & OTHERS CAN ELABORATE
on this for the customer's sake & they could order more of these to improve customer's satisfaction & results!!! T.E. THIEMAN VA, BEACH, VA.
This tool is so simple and easy to use, an ape could do it. If you have access to the internet, you can check vehicle specific codes. If all you need is a code scanner and some way to clear them this is for you. If you want live sensor data or more, you need to move on to something more powerful. Autel is also a company that makes some of the code scanners for Mac Tools. Need I say more?
Autel MaxiScan MS300 LOVE IT.
Made a selection from other Identifyers & selected proper one for us to use. My wife has a 2003 Ford Tarus station wagon. The code yellow light kept coming on!
Our son spent 30 plus years at the Norfolf, VA. Ford assembly plant working on all kinds of vehickel as a pick-up & fix it worker on the assembly & chassie line! He worked on pickup trucks & cars before his appointment as a health inspector. The differece is the year of maufacture of the vehickle!!! 2003 models requior a different than 2002 models & therefore takes a different code detector!!! Most people don't know that!!! Perhaps AMAZON & OTHERS CAN ELABORATE
on this for the customer's sake & they could order more of these to improve customer's satisfaction & results!!! T.E. THIEMAN VA, BEACH, VA.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Does the job very well. Have diagnosed and repaired 3 vehicles so far!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Does the job very well. Have diagnosed and repaired 3 vehicles so far!
The title says it all. I bought this cheap OBDII scanner to check out what was wrong with my 1997 Subaru Legacy. The car had been having losses of power and stalling and what felt like misfires for a little while. I originally took my usual route and started swapping parts, which can get costly real quick. I replaced the spark plugs, plug wire, ignition coil, fuel pump, fuel filter and PCV valve. NO FIX!!!
After getting the scanner, I scanned, it took like 30 seconds and read the codes. I referred to the manual, then searched the code, description and model number on google. Read a couple forums and decided I needed to replace the MAF sensor and knock sensor. I found a used MAF sensor and bought it, $30 vs $300 at the store. I bought a new knock sensor, $10 vs $90 at the store. Voila! Every thing was running great on this 15 year old, 270000 mile beauty. I cleared the codes and they have been off for weeks! I then proceeded to check 2 other vehicles that were having problems and replaced what the code reader said was wrong and everything was correct.
On the Subaru, I spent about $400 on parts before I bought the scanner. Nothing helped. Paid $25 for this scanner, took 2 minutes to scan, spent ~$40 on parts and it was fixed. More than likely nothing else was wrong with the car and if I would have bought the scanner first I would have only spent about $65 instead of $465.
MONEY WELL SPENT!!
The title says it all. I bought this cheap OBDII scanner to check out what was wrong with my 1997 Subaru Legacy. The car had been having losses of power and stalling and what felt like misfires for a little while. I originally took my usual route and started swapping parts, which can get costly real quick. I replaced the spark plugs, plug wire, ignition coil, fuel pump, fuel filter and PCV valve. NO FIX!!!
After getting the scanner, I scanned, it took like 30 seconds and read the codes. I referred to the manual, then searched the code, description and model number on google. Read a couple forums and decided I needed to replace the MAF sensor and knock sensor. I found a used MAF sensor and bought it, $30 vs $300 at the store. I bought a new knock sensor, $10 vs $90 at the store. Voila! Every thing was running great on this 15 year old, 270000 mile beauty. I cleared the codes and they have been off for weeks! I then proceeded to check 2 other vehicles that were having problems and replaced what the code reader said was wrong and everything was correct.
On the Subaru, I spent about $400 on parts before I bought the scanner. Nothing helped. Paid $25 for this scanner, took 2 minutes to scan, spent ~$40 on parts and it was fixed. More than likely nothing else was wrong with the car and if I would have bought the scanner first I would have only spent about $65 instead of $465.
MONEY WELL SPENT!!
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 If you Buy, You will never get a check engine light again!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 If you Buy, You will never get a check engine light again!
I had a check engine light show up on my 99 honda, i had it checked out it was a misfire #3 cylinder. I tuned it up, took the battery cables off overnight and never got the trouble code again. Hence, Ive never got to truly evaluate this exceptionally priced code reader. I'm sure I will never get to use it, only because I bought one.........maybe thats a good thing!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 GREAT TOOL.
I bought this based on all the reviews and they were right. I have 2002 audi a6 3.0L wagon, I needed something to check the status of my car once in a while. it works great...
a/c status is not supported and neither is vin status for this year on my car.... all other stuff works...
great product and cheap... threw it in my glove box for later use when I need it.
I had a check engine light show up on my 99 honda, i had it checked out it was a misfire #3 cylinder. I tuned it up, took the battery cables off overnight and never got the trouble code again. Hence, Ive never got to truly evaluate this exceptionally priced code reader. I'm sure I will never get to use it, only because I bought one.........maybe thats a good thing!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 GREAT TOOL.
I bought this based on all the reviews and they were right. I have 2002 audi a6 3.0L wagon, I needed something to check the status of my car once in a while. it works great...
a/c status is not supported and neither is vin status for this year on my car.... all other stuff works...
great product and cheap... threw it in my glove box for later use when I need it.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works as Described.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works as Described.
I bought this scanner for a 2004 Toyota Corolla. No issues connecting it and started reading error codes within 1 minute. Haven't messed with the included CD since a quick Google search will bring up most error codes. After more research it looks like it may be an easier (cheaper) fix than I thought for turning my check engine light off and getting the car to pass smog. Haven't tried turning the light off yet, but this scanner is supposed to do that too. Overall very satisfied with purchase.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Very handy and does its job.
It is small in size. Works well. I tried the DVD as well with windows-7 and it installed and worked. I tested engine code on 2001 Camry and it worked. The device itself gives some explanation of code along with number. The manual has very useful information and explains how engine codes work etc. Overall, I am satisfied with the product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Save your money.
This scan tool works on my old 99 Honda Accord and 01 Honda Civic. I got engine light on my Accord and found it's gas cap after scan. I just went Autozone to get $7 to replace. After erasing error code, now light is gone for a month. If you go to auto repair shop to diagnostic scan, they will charge at least $80. However, they might use similar OBDII scanner too for several seconds and get same result. It can save your money, especially for small problems which you can fix yourself.
I bought this scanner for a 2004 Toyota Corolla. No issues connecting it and started reading error codes within 1 minute. Haven't messed with the included CD since a quick Google search will bring up most error codes. After more research it looks like it may be an easier (cheaper) fix than I thought for turning my check engine light off and getting the car to pass smog. Haven't tried turning the light off yet, but this scanner is supposed to do that too. Overall very satisfied with purchase.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Very handy and does its job.
It is small in size. Works well. I tried the DVD as well with windows-7 and it installed and worked. I tested engine code on 2001 Camry and it worked. The device itself gives some explanation of code along with number. The manual has very useful information and explains how engine codes work etc. Overall, I am satisfied with the product.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Save your money.
This scan tool works on my old 99 Honda Accord and 01 Honda Civic. I got engine light on my Accord and found it's gas cap after scan. I just went Autozone to get $7 to replace. After erasing error code, now light is gone for a month. If you go to auto repair shop to diagnostic scan, they will charge at least $80. However, they might use similar OBDII scanner too for several seconds and get same result. It can save your money, especially for small problems which you can fix yourself.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Excellent Price, Works Well, a Must-Have.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Excellent Price, Works Well, a Must-Have.
You simply cannot beat the price of this scanner on Amazon. A co-worker bought pretty much the same exact scanner from a large "discount" tool store and paid three times this much.
It gives you the error codes and that's pretty much all you need to look up what they mean.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Works perfectly and easy to use.
I purchased this to check codes on my VW Jetta. The codes translate well to my maintenance manual and I've been very happy with the tool thus far.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Great Purchase.
Does not have all the bells and whistles of some of the higher end scanners. However for the price it does what it claims and works great for a great price. It only has two buttons so it is VERY simple to use. Comes with a comprehensive instruction booklet that has a key of all possible codes. An affordable tool for the DIYer!
You simply cannot beat the price of this scanner on Amazon. A co-worker bought pretty much the same exact scanner from a large "discount" tool store and paid three times this much.
It gives you the error codes and that's pretty much all you need to look up what they mean.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Works perfectly and easy to use.
I purchased this to check codes on my VW Jetta. The codes translate well to my maintenance manual and I've been very happy with the tool thus far.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Code Reader Great Purchase.
Does not have all the bells and whistles of some of the higher end scanners. However for the price it does what it claims and works great for a great price. It only has two buttons so it is VERY simple to use. Comes with a comprehensive instruction booklet that has a key of all possible codes. An affordable tool for the DIYer!
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Autel MS300 Great Little Tool.
Autel MS300 Great Little Tool.
When I went to a garage to get some auto service I noticed they were using this exact scan tool and charging an arm and leg to do so. Upon return home I ordered this one at a very inexpensive price. Comes complete with info about what the codes mean. If you are a back yard mechanic and would like to know what is wrong with a particular part of your vehicle and don't have the tool and codes to ascertain, then this less than $21 purchase is a must for your tool box.
Autel MS300 Simple, gets the job done.
I didn't realize how valuable this device would be after owning it for 2 years. As stated, it's simple and gets the job done. Plug into your OBD 2 reader, retrieves codes then deletes. If you want to know exactly whats wrong with your vehicle after the scanning phase than this machine isn't for you. You'll have to do a little research for your error codes online or with the disk it provides you. Like I've said earlier... Simple and gets the job done. I value it greatly!
-Mike Champion
Autel MS300 Does the job for under $25.
All I wanted was to read codes and erase codes and this scan tool works great for that. I plugged it in, followed the directions, and saw the codes with no trouble.
When I went to a garage to get some auto service I noticed they were using this exact scan tool and charging an arm and leg to do so. Upon return home I ordered this one at a very inexpensive price. Comes complete with info about what the codes mean. If you are a back yard mechanic and would like to know what is wrong with a particular part of your vehicle and don't have the tool and codes to ascertain, then this less than $21 purchase is a must for your tool box.
Autel MS300 Simple, gets the job done.
I didn't realize how valuable this device would be after owning it for 2 years. As stated, it's simple and gets the job done. Plug into your OBD 2 reader, retrieves codes then deletes. If you want to know exactly whats wrong with your vehicle after the scanning phase than this machine isn't for you. You'll have to do a little research for your error codes online or with the disk it provides you. Like I've said earlier... Simple and gets the job done. I value it greatly!
-Mike Champion
Autel MS300 Does the job for under $25.
All I wanted was to read codes and erase codes and this scan tool works great for that. I plugged it in, followed the directions, and saw the codes with no trouble.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Autel MS300 Works Great!
Autel MS300 Works Great!
I admit that I was skeptical due to the low price, but this unit works great! Just follow the instructions in the manual. I was able to read codes on a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, and diagnose that the check engine light was due to a loose wire on a sensor. Repair cost $0. This unit is also able to RESET codes by the way.
Autel MS300 Gets the job done.
I've never used any other scanner, so I can't say how well it works in comparison with other products, but it is fantastic for the price I paid ($18 at the time). It accurately diagnosed my car and I didn't have any issues understanding it. It would be nice to have a more informative and larger screen, but I don't even know if such a scanner exists.
Autel MS300 Cool little device for the novice car enthusiast.
I bought this device to check to see if there were any codes on a used car that I have owned for sometime, which is a Toyota. It plugs right in underneath the steering wheel and it immediately gets to work. However, this is not the "advanced" one that are over a hundred dollars but it will get the job done. It can tell you the VIN #, Functioning Systems, and if there are any codes or errors from the ECU. I would recommend to someone that is shopping for a new used vehicle or someone that likes to perform routine maintenance on their vehicle.
I admit that I was skeptical due to the low price, but this unit works great! Just follow the instructions in the manual. I was able to read codes on a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, and diagnose that the check engine light was due to a loose wire on a sensor. Repair cost $0. This unit is also able to RESET codes by the way.
Autel MS300 Gets the job done.
I've never used any other scanner, so I can't say how well it works in comparison with other products, but it is fantastic for the price I paid ($18 at the time). It accurately diagnosed my car and I didn't have any issues understanding it. It would be nice to have a more informative and larger screen, but I don't even know if such a scanner exists.
Autel MS300 Cool little device for the novice car enthusiast.
I bought this device to check to see if there were any codes on a used car that I have owned for sometime, which is a Toyota. It plugs right in underneath the steering wheel and it immediately gets to work. However, this is not the "advanced" one that are over a hundred dollars but it will get the job done. It can tell you the VIN #, Functioning Systems, and if there are any codes or errors from the ECU. I would recommend to someone that is shopping for a new used vehicle or someone that likes to perform routine maintenance on their vehicle.
Friday, April 20, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Good Buy
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Good Buy.
Very light weight and easy to carry around. Although it doesn't provide the description on the screen like the more expensive ones most of all now have smart phones so the tool provides the code and then go on google and do your research.
Very light weight and easy to carry around. Although it doesn't provide the description on the screen like the more expensive ones most of all now have smart phones so the tool provides the code and then go on google and do your research.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple tool to read/clear OBD codes
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Simple tool to read/clear OBD codes.
This is a simple tool which reads the OBD codes from the vehicle. It can delete the codes as well as tell if the monitoring sensors are in active state. I used this to find the reason for the check engine light and then googled the possible causes. Helped me save money by avoiding unnecessary part changes. Unless you are interested in scanning all the run-time data of your vehicle which can be polled by the more expensive scanners, this will do the job of reading/deleting any CEL/MIL codes.
This is a simple tool which reads the OBD codes from the vehicle. It can delete the codes as well as tell if the monitoring sensors are in active state. I used this to find the reason for the check engine light and then googled the possible causes. Helped me save money by avoiding unnecessary part changes. Unless you are interested in scanning all the run-time data of your vehicle which can be polled by the more expensive scanners, this will do the job of reading/deleting any CEL/MIL codes.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 REVIEW
Autel MaxiScan MS300 REVIEW
Paid for "new" unit but received a used unit. The packged had already been cut opened and I can tell that it had been used. I took it out of the package connected it to my car per the instructions and it worked as promised. It is very simple to use, nothing fancy. It got me the code and I was able to reset the code on the car without any issue.Thursday, April 5, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Awesome working and cheap
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Awesome working and cheap
Works perfect as it says Love you can find whats wrong and erease the codes to reset. I was worried about the price being cheap and dont understand why so little money but it worked amazing and did everything its meant to ~AsulliAutel MaxiScan MS300 It is inexpensive, it works and it saves money.
This inexpensive little device works well. Just plug it in and start the vehicle and it is straightforward to figure out. There is no need to even read the accompanying manual. Then I plug the code or codes into google with my make and model and most of the time I can find all that I need to know about an issue.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Just what the doctor ordered
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Just what the doctor ordered.
First this scanner got to me in about two days...perfect. Then it worked like a charm. No batteries, easy instruction booklet. It gave me my P0455 error code then erased it just like I asked. No complaints here.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Nice product, instructions ok.
Perfect for what I needed. Know the code that caused the engine light to come on, read about it on the internet, have a plan of action to repair it. The right tool for the price.
First this scanner got to me in about two days...perfect. Then it worked like a charm. No batteries, easy instruction booklet. It gave me my P0455 error code then erased it just like I asked. No complaints here.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Nice product, instructions ok.
Perfect for what I needed. Know the code that caused the engine light to come on, read about it on the internet, have a plan of action to repair it. The right tool for the price.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works well enough for cheap.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Works well enough for cheap.
Affordable option that worked well for me on my 1999 Miata. Clears check engine light and lists problem codes fine. Enabled me to discover the issue without an expensive, over-priced mechanic. Even if I can't fix it, at least I have a general idea of what the problem is so I can't get ripped off by a mechanic who may be hungry for my dollars.
Affordable option that worked well for me on my 1999 Miata. Clears check engine light and lists problem codes fine. Enabled me to discover the issue without an expensive, over-priced mechanic. Even if I can't fix it, at least I have a general idea of what the problem is so I can't get ripped off by a mechanic who may be hungry for my dollars.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 BEST DEAL!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 BEST DEAL!
perfect,,,price and quality,,,easy, cheap and help me i lot,,my frend got a 2000 dolar machine and was showing me the same code,,thanks amazon
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Good So Far.
2004 Chevy Tahoe
Just received reader an hour ago; saved me a $10 gas bill for a trip into town to Auto Zone or another parts store where they will run a test and print it out for free using a similar reader. So...reader has already half way paid for itself. Plus, if ever in a situation where you don't want to run the car anywhere because you don't know why your light went off, this $20 gizmo is not only a convenience,but could save you damaging your car by trying to limp it into the parts store or mechanic.
Pros:
-Unit very well backlighted as soon as you plug it in. This came in very handy as it was dark out and interior car lights would not be enough to read a typical LCD unlit display while standing outside your vehicle. Never would have thought about this feature unless I had needed it, so, make a note when shopping around that this unit and this company took the time to include this feature in one of their basic models, and I, now, personlaly recomend having a backlit unit.
-I knew I had two codes due to the last time I went to the parts store, but lost the list. The reader came up with the two codes without problems.
Cons:
- The wire is long enough to hold the unit and stand up outside the vehicle and read. With only about a 2.5 Foot cable, the reader can not be more than 3 feet from wherever your computer output is at. The unit is very well backlighted, but can not be read from an angle. It is not long enough to have it plugged in and read while using the Rear Passenger Door Window as a writing surface. Because this particular device relies on vehicle power instead of an internal battery, it must be plugged in while you are taking readings, and of course because of this, it is not equiped with a HOLD feature so you must be at your car to record codes. I wanted a cheap unit, and knew before I bought it that this would be the case, but, especially if I had a shorter car instead of my SUV, and if my computer plug in were further away, it would be a real pain. With the location of my computer plug on my vehicle, combined with an SUV height of the plug at around 3 feet from the ground, I was only slightly frustrated by the cable length of the reader, which required me to do a lot of back and forth manipulation for only 2 code reads.
-Were it not for the cabel length issue, I would rate this unit a solid 5. That being said, I bought this unit as my first OBDII reader, knowing that in the future this one would become a reliable backup. Since I am already whining, might as well state that this is a very simple reader with no frills or sophisticated options, so, as my car gets older and my hands get dirtier, I will be purchasing another reader with more options, but, for my aging vehicles first round of repairs, this should do just fine.
perfect,,,price and quality,,,easy, cheap and help me i lot,,my frend got a 2000 dolar machine and was showing me the same code,,thanks amazon
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Good So Far.
2004 Chevy Tahoe
Just received reader an hour ago; saved me a $10 gas bill for a trip into town to Auto Zone or another parts store where they will run a test and print it out for free using a similar reader. So...reader has already half way paid for itself. Plus, if ever in a situation where you don't want to run the car anywhere because you don't know why your light went off, this $20 gizmo is not only a convenience,but could save you damaging your car by trying to limp it into the parts store or mechanic.
Pros:
-Unit very well backlighted as soon as you plug it in. This came in very handy as it was dark out and interior car lights would not be enough to read a typical LCD unlit display while standing outside your vehicle. Never would have thought about this feature unless I had needed it, so, make a note when shopping around that this unit and this company took the time to include this feature in one of their basic models, and I, now, personlaly recomend having a backlit unit.
-I knew I had two codes due to the last time I went to the parts store, but lost the list. The reader came up with the two codes without problems.
Cons:
- The wire is long enough to hold the unit and stand up outside the vehicle and read. With only about a 2.5 Foot cable, the reader can not be more than 3 feet from wherever your computer output is at. The unit is very well backlighted, but can not be read from an angle. It is not long enough to have it plugged in and read while using the Rear Passenger Door Window as a writing surface. Because this particular device relies on vehicle power instead of an internal battery, it must be plugged in while you are taking readings, and of course because of this, it is not equiped with a HOLD feature so you must be at your car to record codes. I wanted a cheap unit, and knew before I bought it that this would be the case, but, especially if I had a shorter car instead of my SUV, and if my computer plug in were further away, it would be a real pain. With the location of my computer plug on my vehicle, combined with an SUV height of the plug at around 3 feet from the ground, I was only slightly frustrated by the cable length of the reader, which required me to do a lot of back and forth manipulation for only 2 code reads.
-Were it not for the cabel length issue, I would rate this unit a solid 5. That being said, I bought this unit as my first OBDII reader, knowing that in the future this one would become a reliable backup. Since I am already whining, might as well state that this is a very simple reader with no frills or sophisticated options, so, as my car gets older and my hands get dirtier, I will be purchasing another reader with more options, but, for my aging vehicles first round of repairs, this should do just fine.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Autel MS300 Cheap and works great!
Autel MS300 Cheap and works great!
I have been having problems with my car and my brothers car as well. We always wanted a code reader but they were a little pricey. I was so excited when I found this one for $20! Despite a few bad reviews, I decided to take a chance. I am happy to say that for the price, it does everything I need it to do and I have experienced no problems with it at all. I am now fixing everything on my car that I can and I don't have to worry if a mechanic is trying to rip me off. I am extremely satisfied with this product and I couldn't be happier!
I have been having problems with my car and my brothers car as well. We always wanted a code reader but they were a little pricey. I was so excited when I found this one for $20! Despite a few bad reviews, I decided to take a chance. I am happy to say that for the price, it does everything I need it to do and I have experienced no problems with it at all. I am now fixing everything on my car that I can and I don't have to worry if a mechanic is trying to rip me off. I am extremely satisfied with this product and I couldn't be happier!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Perfect!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Perfect!
I wasn't expecting much because this unit didn't cost much. I'm pleasantly suprised the Autel does what it's supposed too. Great tool for resetting your warning lights and seeing what they mean.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 AWESOME!!
Wow I can't believe I paid $60-80 in the past for something I can do! Crazy! Funny thing is the ex is a mechanic and it was like pulling teeth to get him to help out with turning off check engine light when we were together. Now I have my own tool and out with that tool. HA!
I wasn't expecting much because this unit didn't cost much. I'm pleasantly suprised the Autel does what it's supposed too. Great tool for resetting your warning lights and seeing what they mean.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 AWESOME!!
Wow I can't believe I paid $60-80 in the past for something I can do! Crazy! Funny thing is the ex is a mechanic and it was like pulling teeth to get him to help out with turning off check engine light when we were together. Now I have my own tool and out with that tool. HA!
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Autel MS300 Great little scanner.
Autel MS300 Great little scanner.
I had a check engine light on in my Ford Fusion so I bought this scanner to see what was wrong. I bought it based on the reviews as well as the price and I must say that I am delighted. The device plugged into my car and quickly came up with the codes. It was what I had suspected but how can you really know what's wrong in today's modern cars without spending a ton of money replacing components? Now I know. It may still need a mechanic visit but now I can forgo the back-and-forth and rest assured that the guy isn't ripping me off.
Great for the money!
Bought this for a friend of mine who needed it for his car. Saved him about $50 from not having to go get it diagnosed from a mechanic. Definitely recommend it for those CEL's.
I had a check engine light on in my Ford Fusion so I bought this scanner to see what was wrong. I bought it based on the reviews as well as the price and I must say that I am delighted. The device plugged into my car and quickly came up with the codes. It was what I had suspected but how can you really know what's wrong in today's modern cars without spending a ton of money replacing components? Now I know. It may still need a mechanic visit but now I can forgo the back-and-forth and rest assured that the guy isn't ripping me off.
Great for the money!
Bought this for a friend of mine who needed it for his car. Saved him about $50 from not having to go get it diagnosed from a mechanic. Definitely recommend it for those CEL's.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Autel MS300 Simple, does exactly what I needed.
Autel MS300 Simple, does exactly what I needed.
After getting hosed at the Mechanic for 80 bucks, and having to go to the auto parts store each time my CEL went on, I found this product. It's simple, the instructions are easy to read, and it does exactly what i need it to. The manual has a great reference chart for each code, and I can just take the code and plug it into google and go from there.
After getting hosed at the Mechanic for 80 bucks, and having to go to the auto parts store each time my CEL went on, I found this product. It's simple, the instructions are easy to read, and it does exactly what i need it to. The manual has a great reference chart for each code, and I can just take the code and plug it into google and go from there.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Autel MS300 Quick, easy, and to the point.
Autel MS300 Quick, easy, and to the point.
For those of you that just want to grab the code and go this is the tool for you. With the advent of the internet you can google search your vehicle make, model and trouble code and you will basically be served with the results on a silver platter. I had no need for the CD included, which I've read doesn't help much at all. The manual is pretty clear as to how to hook up the reader and sorting through the codes. Love this lil gadget. It'll make me the go to person for anybody with a CEL light and I'll look pro...after I do a quick google search.
For those of you that just want to grab the code and go this is the tool for you. With the advent of the internet you can google search your vehicle make, model and trouble code and you will basically be served with the results on a silver platter. I had no need for the CD included, which I've read doesn't help much at all. The manual is pretty clear as to how to hook up the reader and sorting through the codes. Love this lil gadget. It'll make me the go to person for anybody with a CEL light and I'll look pro...after I do a quick google search.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Cheap and Functional
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Cheap and Functional.
I was amazed and how cheap and functional this item was and to think I used to have the local shop run diagnostics for $50 a pop. This may not tell you everything, but it will give you the codes your cars computer is sending to turn on your check engine light. It will even allow you to clear the codes or store them. Finally, this item comes with both a manual for use and code interpretations in the manual, but also codes on CD. I feel my money was well spent and my 2 cars thank the maker.
I was amazed and how cheap and functional this item was and to think I used to have the local shop run diagnostics for $50 a pop. This may not tell you everything, but it will give you the codes your cars computer is sending to turn on your check engine light. It will even allow you to clear the codes or store them. Finally, this item comes with both a manual for use and code interpretations in the manual, but also codes on CD. I feel my money was well spent and my 2 cars thank the maker.
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great Item For Smog and Trade In!!
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Great Item For Smog and Trade In!!
I thought I was just going to use this so my TrailBlazer could pass smog, but I was shopping around for a new car thinking that I wouldn't get a good price for my trade in because the check engine light was on....HA HA! Nope, With a few quick presses of the buttons (less than 30 seconds)"BOOM BOOM-OUT GO THE LIGHTS!!" they didn't even know about it!! So I ended up getting top dollar value for my trade, usually the dealer sticks you for something here or there but for once I stuck them!!
Talk about Easy to use, This thing is CAKE!! I had NO IDEA I could pick up a scan tool for less than $20 that would turn off the pesky "Check Engine" light....MOO HAA HAA, the possibilities are endless! Im thinking about floating around smog stations with a sign that says "Will Turn Off Check Engine Light for $20" Just to get even for all the times I had to pay $300 - $1800 for repairs before I could get a vehicle smogged.... But really folks, if your thinking about getting this, DONT HESITATE, grab one and keep it in the glove, ya never know when you might need it, not to mention it reads the codes and you could easily find out whats wrong before taking it to the mechanic, especially if your out of town and at the mercy of "pirate wrenchers" making you walk the plank...... an ounce of prevention beats a $1800.00 bill at 22.4% APR....
I thought I was just going to use this so my TrailBlazer could pass smog, but I was shopping around for a new car thinking that I wouldn't get a good price for my trade in because the check engine light was on....HA HA! Nope, With a few quick presses of the buttons (less than 30 seconds)"BOOM BOOM-OUT GO THE LIGHTS!!" they didn't even know about it!! So I ended up getting top dollar value for my trade, usually the dealer sticks you for something here or there but for once I stuck them!!
Talk about Easy to use, This thing is CAKE!! I had NO IDEA I could pick up a scan tool for less than $20 that would turn off the pesky "Check Engine" light....MOO HAA HAA, the possibilities are endless! Im thinking about floating around smog stations with a sign that says "Will Turn Off Check Engine Light for $20" Just to get even for all the times I had to pay $300 - $1800 for repairs before I could get a vehicle smogged.... But really folks, if your thinking about getting this, DONT HESITATE, grab one and keep it in the glove, ya never know when you might need it, not to mention it reads the codes and you could easily find out whats wrong before taking it to the mechanic, especially if your out of town and at the mercy of "pirate wrenchers" making you walk the plank...... an ounce of prevention beats a $1800.00 bill at 22.4% APR....
Friday, March 16, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 PERFECT
Autel MaxiScan MS300 PERFECT
Been wanting one of these for a while now.. I had to get one in order to repair my car for inspection... Let me tell you this thing is worth EVERY penny!!!!!! This saved me thousands of dollers by acually telling me what was wrong so that i could fix it.. I do not know why i have not had one of these since i started driving.. I think this unit should be installed in every car... This thing worked great on my 1998 Subaru Legacy wagon i also pluged it in to a lincon 2002 LS and cleard the codes on it worked perfect.. Also one note.. the erase DTC codes works great but if you have a problem that still exists it will trigger the CEL and throw a code as soon as your start the engine or shortly there after.. This thing is worth its weight in GOLD I highly recommend getting this if you are mechanically inclined to work on your own car, and save thousands.
Been wanting one of these for a while now.. I had to get one in order to repair my car for inspection... Let me tell you this thing is worth EVERY penny!!!!!! This saved me thousands of dollers by acually telling me what was wrong so that i could fix it.. I do not know why i have not had one of these since i started driving.. I think this unit should be installed in every car... This thing worked great on my 1998 Subaru Legacy wagon i also pluged it in to a lincon 2002 LS and cleard the codes on it worked perfect.. Also one note.. the erase DTC codes works great but if you have a problem that still exists it will trigger the CEL and throw a code as soon as your start the engine or shortly there after.. This thing is worth its weight in GOLD I highly recommend getting this if you are mechanically inclined to work on your own car, and save thousands.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS300 BEST PRICE
Autel MaxiScan MS300 BEST PRICE
This scanner has saved me big $$. Quickly lets me know what needs to be fixed. Usually it is something I can do myself. If not, then I take it to a mechanic. It also lets me reset the engine service light after my simple fix. This has been a 'handy man's' dream tool. Amazon quickly found me the best price.
This scanner has saved me big $$. Quickly lets me know what needs to be fixed. Usually it is something I can do myself. If not, then I take it to a mechanic. It also lets me reset the engine service light after my simple fix. This has been a 'handy man's' dream tool. Amazon quickly found me the best price.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Worth it.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Worth it.
This thing works great once you get it to communicate. The one guy said turn your car to "on" but I think you need to put it in "run" for it to work correctly. The backlight is nice and bright. It can also read the VIN and component's status. The codes are in the little booklet or you can go online easily enough. Well worth the low price if you like working on your car.
This thing works great once you get it to communicate. The one guy said turn your car to "on" but I think you need to put it in "run" for it to work correctly. The backlight is nice and bright. It can also read the VIN and component's status. The codes are in the little booklet or you can go online easily enough. Well worth the low price if you like working on your car.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Compact, inexpensive and does the job.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Compact, inexpensive and does the job.
I have a Chrysler product that simply isn't dependable; the engine/transmission computer will periodically reset, usually in 55-MPH traffic, leaving you engine-dead for a minute or more at a time, keeping the "check engine" light lit, and Chrysler "repairs" have only aggravated the problem. The Maxiscan allows me to check the computer, reset the codes that keep the engine light on, and get the car back on the road without using my AAA membership. Once the car loan is paid down to the point that I can trade the car in, I'll dump this V-6 anchor and buy something (non-Chrysler) that I can depend on; until then, this is my only hope of getting me (eventually) where I need to go.
I have a Chrysler product that simply isn't dependable; the engine/transmission computer will periodically reset, usually in 55-MPH traffic, leaving you engine-dead for a minute or more at a time, keeping the "check engine" light lit, and Chrysler "repairs" have only aggravated the problem. The Maxiscan allows me to check the computer, reset the codes that keep the engine light on, and get the car back on the road without using my AAA membership. Once the car loan is paid down to the point that I can trade the car in, I'll dump this V-6 anchor and buy something (non-Chrysler) that I can depend on; until then, this is my only hope of getting me (eventually) where I need to go.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scanner
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Does the Job.
Great for the money, this is all one needs to diagnose a vehicle. Its easy to use, needs no batteries
has a rounded compact form.
Good Code Reader
Fast shipping, reads well, didn't have any problems. Cheap economical way to read your error codes. Best way to know your problem before going to the auto dealer.
Works with my Honda CRV 2002
I'm not a mecanic was just curious about the trouble light before brigning to garage. It works with my Honda CRV 2002.
Great product for the price!
This is a great product that will get you started in finding the problems of your car. a real money saver!
Hint: once you get the code from the code reader go online or YouTube to see how to fix your problem.
No More Waiting to Find Vehicles SES issue
Bought the "Autel Maxiscan MS300" because of price, and was tired of the people at Autozone, Advanced Auto Parts, as well as Auto Dealerships, either having an attitude becuase i just wanted the codes so i could fix the issue with my car, and or charging me money to hook the tool up and give me some numbers which takes less than 2 minutes.
This is very easy to use, immediately worked as soon as i hooked it up to the OBD port. Found the trouble codes in no time and erased them. (I had the p0420 and p0430 codes, which i replaced the o2(oxygen sensors 2 days before deleting the codes.) SES light went out, that took less than a minute. Besides, I read the book B4 i hooked the "Scan Tool", up and used it as if i were using this thing all my life. Read the instructions and you cannot go wrong. Now if i wanted to, I could charge ppl to tell them their DTC's, but instead i will tell them where they can go....and thats amazon.com and order one; be a slave to no car. To think i was about to buy "Car MD" for over 200 bucks. You can hook this up as many times as u want to any car that has OBD2, made 1996 and after.
Autel MS300 All I can say is wow
I received this product and tried to read the manual which was pretty boring so I just decided it would be way way way easier to just go to a car and try and work it. So I've since tried it on Volvos, Cadillacs, Mercedes, Pontiacs all varying years and models and was able to write down codes and reset the light in all of them within less than a minute.
In each case I skipped the manual and put the code in P0118 Cheverolet for instance in a search engine and read what the most frequent causes are for that model and in each case the information gleaned from online was right on point. A lot of cases it was just a low antifreeze and the button just hadnt been reset. Ridiculous that shops charge $60 and $90 to read your check engine light and check the code. Buy this!! You will be glad.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 A great tool for eliminating the dashboard mystery.
This is a great little tool to have around when that mysterious "Check Engine" light appears on your dashboard. Quickly told me my O2 sensor was slow to respond. This is on a 3 year old vehicle with just 15000 miles on the odometer. I cleared the code with the scan tool and the light hasn't reappeared. If it happens again in a reasonable amount of time, then I'll know it needs attention for sure. Otherwise, to me, it was just a fluke. I love this little scan tool.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scanner
I like this scanner, it works as advertized. It displayed my O2 sensor problem in my 2004 honda crv. I reset the check engine light with it, replaced the sensor, and so far so good. All I can say is that for now it works fine on my Honda crv.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scanner GREAT TOOL!
I have used this a number of times on Honda cars. This always powers up, scans, and erases codes well! Thank you so much for the bargain price for a great tool!!
Great for the money, this is all one needs to diagnose a vehicle. Its easy to use, needs no batteries
has a rounded compact form.
Good Code Reader
Fast shipping, reads well, didn't have any problems. Cheap economical way to read your error codes. Best way to know your problem before going to the auto dealer.
Works with my Honda CRV 2002
I'm not a mecanic was just curious about the trouble light before brigning to garage. It works with my Honda CRV 2002.
Great product for the price!
This is a great product that will get you started in finding the problems of your car. a real money saver!
Hint: once you get the code from the code reader go online or YouTube to see how to fix your problem.
No More Waiting to Find Vehicles SES issue
Bought the "Autel Maxiscan MS300" because of price, and was tired of the people at Autozone, Advanced Auto Parts, as well as Auto Dealerships, either having an attitude becuase i just wanted the codes so i could fix the issue with my car, and or charging me money to hook the tool up and give me some numbers which takes less than 2 minutes.
This is very easy to use, immediately worked as soon as i hooked it up to the OBD port. Found the trouble codes in no time and erased them. (I had the p0420 and p0430 codes, which i replaced the o2(oxygen sensors 2 days before deleting the codes.) SES light went out, that took less than a minute. Besides, I read the book B4 i hooked the "Scan Tool", up and used it as if i were using this thing all my life. Read the instructions and you cannot go wrong. Now if i wanted to, I could charge ppl to tell them their DTC's, but instead i will tell them where they can go....and thats amazon.com and order one; be a slave to no car. To think i was about to buy "Car MD" for over 200 bucks. You can hook this up as many times as u want to any car that has OBD2, made 1996 and after.
Autel MS300 All I can say is wow
I received this product and tried to read the manual which was pretty boring so I just decided it would be way way way easier to just go to a car and try and work it. So I've since tried it on Volvos, Cadillacs, Mercedes, Pontiacs all varying years and models and was able to write down codes and reset the light in all of them within less than a minute.
In each case I skipped the manual and put the code in P0118 Cheverolet for instance in a search engine and read what the most frequent causes are for that model and in each case the information gleaned from online was right on point. A lot of cases it was just a low antifreeze and the button just hadnt been reset. Ridiculous that shops charge $60 and $90 to read your check engine light and check the code. Buy this!! You will be glad.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 A great tool for eliminating the dashboard mystery.
This is a great little tool to have around when that mysterious "Check Engine" light appears on your dashboard. Quickly told me my O2 sensor was slow to respond. This is on a 3 year old vehicle with just 15000 miles on the odometer. I cleared the code with the scan tool and the light hasn't reappeared. If it happens again in a reasonable amount of time, then I'll know it needs attention for sure. Otherwise, to me, it was just a fluke. I love this little scan tool.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scanner
I like this scanner, it works as advertized. It displayed my O2 sensor problem in my 2004 honda crv. I reset the check engine light with it, replaced the sensor, and so far so good. All I can say is that for now it works fine on my Honda crv.
Autel MaxiScan MS300 Scanner GREAT TOOL!
I have used this a number of times on Honda cars. This always powers up, scans, and erases codes well! Thank you so much for the bargain price for a great tool!!
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