Actron CP9125 Extremely Satisfied with my purchase saved me hundreds.
I am extremely satisfied with the purchase of the scanner. it saved me hundreds of dollars because I was able to pinpoint the cause of my problems and repair it quickly.I would highly recommend it.
Bought this for my husband, it has come in very handy for him and our friends and family!
Very nice code reader for the price. I carry it in the vehicle at all times just in cas.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Monday, April 23, 2012
Actron CP9125 Good Product
Actron CP9125 Good Product
This is a great product. I have save a lot of people money by using the scanner. I suggest everyone should buy this.
The dealership will charge you any where from 80-100 dollars to check out your problem when your check engine light comes on.
Actron CP9125 Excellent!!
I bought an 11 year old sports car that runs beautifully. The only problem -- the check engine light would come on. I took the car to my local mechanic, who read the codes and told me nothing serious. Long story short after 4 separate trips to attempt to repair the minor item tripping the light, I finally gave up. I bought the pocketscanner -- now on the occasion that the check engine light comes on (about once every few hundred miles) I check the codes myself -- if they are the same minor ones, I clear them. The scanner is easy to use and takes less than a minute to read and clear. For $50 bucks I no longer need to go to the mechanic and I don't have to look at a check engine light or worry about trying to find a "ghost" problem (kinked wire, etc.) that is tripping the light. Excellent product for the money.
This is a great product. I have save a lot of people money by using the scanner. I suggest everyone should buy this.
The dealership will charge you any where from 80-100 dollars to check out your problem when your check engine light comes on.
Actron CP9125 Excellent!!
I bought an 11 year old sports car that runs beautifully. The only problem -- the check engine light would come on. I took the car to my local mechanic, who read the codes and told me nothing serious. Long story short after 4 separate trips to attempt to repair the minor item tripping the light, I finally gave up. I bought the pocketscanner -- now on the occasion that the check engine light comes on (about once every few hundred miles) I check the codes myself -- if they are the same minor ones, I clear them. The scanner is easy to use and takes less than a minute to read and clear. For $50 bucks I no longer need to go to the mechanic and I don't have to look at a check engine light or worry about trying to find a "ghost" problem (kinked wire, etc.) that is tripping the light. Excellent product for the money.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Actron CP9125 very pleased
I am very pleased with this simple to use code reader. This reader may not have all the frills, but it does not have the high price tag either. I only use this occasionally and it works great. It comes with software for looking up the descriptions of the codes. It is a very rugged little unit. Very solid with good heavy duty connector and cable. My only comtplaint is that it is only powered while connected to the car. It would be nice if it had an internal battery to remember the last codes read out. I have to write the codes down to bring them to my computer. But hey, there is the attraction of a quality unit and low price again.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Actron CP9125 Thislittle box saved me a lot of money.
Actron CP9125 Thislittle box saved me a lot of money.
I saw this box on a tool show on cable television a while back, and decided to buy one. After one use, I had diagnosed two error codes in my car and purchased the parts to correct the problem. Since the parts were screwdriver installations, I did the work myself. The car ran better and I saved a bunch of money. I like my local car dealer, but at $76.00 per hour of labor, including diagnostics, I probably saved over $150.00 the first time I used this code reader, more than paying the price of the unit. It attaches simply and the codes are available in many sources, such as commercially available manuals, for reference.
I saw this box on a tool show on cable television a while back, and decided to buy one. After one use, I had diagnosed two error codes in my car and purchased the parts to correct the problem. Since the parts were screwdriver installations, I did the work myself. The car ran better and I saved a bunch of money. I like my local car dealer, but at $76.00 per hour of labor, including diagnostics, I probably saved over $150.00 the first time I used this code reader, more than paying the price of the unit. It attaches simply and the codes are available in many sources, such as commercially available manuals, for reference.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Actron CP9125 Just get it
Actron CP9125 Just get it.
Works great. Has label on the cord that says wash hands after handling, possible lead contamination. Whatever. Best bucks I've spend.
Actron CP9125 Works great & easy to use.
Product does just what it says. Read the codes for your check engine light. The included CD only gives information for car models up to 2003, but that doesn't matter since I found everything online. Then searched onlince for solutions to the problems. I followed online recommendations, reset the computer on the car and everything has been fine.
Works great. Has label on the cord that says wash hands after handling, possible lead contamination. Whatever. Best bucks I've spend.
Actron CP9125 Works great & easy to use.
Product does just what it says. Read the codes for your check engine light. The included CD only gives information for car models up to 2003, but that doesn't matter since I found everything online. Then searched onlince for solutions to the problems. I followed online recommendations, reset the computer on the car and everything has been fine.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Actron CP9125 Scanner Small package
Actron CP9125 Scanner Small package
What a time and money saver this device is. So easy to use as well. I didn't even have to read the manual (you men don't like to do that anyway) so it was great. :)
Actron CP9125 Scanner what i think about the item.
the item i thought was a realy goog product,unfortunately the one which i recieved was faulty.apparently the there was a bad conection from the inside of the product.
i had brought 2 of them the other one is working fine,but the one i told you about is falty.i called actron customer service to tell them about it and i was told i would have to contact amazon about it insted ,i hope from this you can advise me what to do.thanks
Actron CP9125 Scanner Great product!
I know very little about cars so having this around to know what's going on with the check engine light is great! I at least know where to start when trying to get my car repaired. I love how it's so straight forward and doesn't have a confusing menu. You just plug in and sure enough it spits the codes out.
What a time and money saver this device is. So easy to use as well. I didn't even have to read the manual (you men don't like to do that anyway) so it was great. :)
Actron CP9125 Scanner what i think about the item.
the item i thought was a realy goog product,unfortunately the one which i recieved was faulty.apparently the there was a bad conection from the inside of the product.
i had brought 2 of them the other one is working fine,but the one i told you about is falty.i called actron customer service to tell them about it and i was told i would have to contact amazon about it insted ,i hope from this you can advise me what to do.thanks
Actron CP9125 Scanner Great product!
I know very little about cars so having this around to know what's going on with the check engine light is great! I at least know where to start when trying to get my car repaired. I love how it's so straight forward and doesn't have a confusing menu. You just plug in and sure enough it spits the codes out.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Actron CP9125
I had just spent a grueling couple of cycles with mechanic shops trying to get my car smog tested for registration.
The smog shop just told me that I didn't pass, and without anything more than a cryptic bit of description, took my $25.
I then went to a service shop where I waited for nearly two hours for them to perform the diagnostic, toss in a cryptic bit of description, assure me that I was fine and collect $50.
Wash, rinse and repeat.
Frustrated, and having spent $150 already and gotten nowhere and knowing nothing, I went online and did a bit of research and chose to purchase the Actron CP9125 PocketScan Code Reader. It arrive a couple of days later and within minutes of opening it I was able to read my engine codes, reset them and find out which ones were actual problems.
Now I can go into my mechanic armed with the information I need to finally get things taken care of. I highly recommend this piece of equipment for its ease of use, accuracy and price.
The smog shop just told me that I didn't pass, and without anything more than a cryptic bit of description, took my $25.
I then went to a service shop where I waited for nearly two hours for them to perform the diagnostic, toss in a cryptic bit of description, assure me that I was fine and collect $50.
Wash, rinse and repeat.
Frustrated, and having spent $150 already and gotten nowhere and knowing nothing, I went online and did a bit of research and chose to purchase the Actron CP9125 PocketScan Code Reader. It arrive a couple of days later and within minutes of opening it I was able to read my engine codes, reset them and find out which ones were actual problems.
Now I can go into my mechanic armed with the information I need to finally get things taken care of. I highly recommend this piece of equipment for its ease of use, accuracy and price.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Actron CP9125 Headache saver
Actron CP9125 Headache saver.
I was a little skeptic about this Code Reader but it proved me wrong. I mean it may not be the best or most advanced but it solved my problem. Very easy to use, simple, portable and it finds the codes very quick. Can't go wrong with the price. It feels good to be even if one step ahead of the car mechanics.
I was a little skeptic about this Code Reader but it proved me wrong. I mean it may not be the best or most advanced but it solved my problem. Very easy to use, simple, portable and it finds the codes very quick. Can't go wrong with the price. It feels good to be even if one step ahead of the car mechanics.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Actron CP9125 Works Great!
Actron CP9125 Works Great!
Product works just as advertised. It helped me find the problem with my automobile and allow me to fix & verify the fix myself without incurring expensive mechanics shop time. I did not use the CD, because I already had the Shop Manual for my car which included the error & status code lists.
Remember to follow the instructions...Turn Key OFF, Connect the code reader, Turn key ON to read codes. Turn key OFF before disconnecting code reader.
Problem found and fixed included bad #1 O-2 sensor and leaking EGR valve. Sensor was replaced ($16.95 via on-line ordering). The EGR valve was cleaned & re-installed. The EGR valve was causing abnormally high idle speed, and the bad sensor was allowing the computer to mal-adjust fuel mixtures versus ignition timing.
These repairs allowed me to get back to 37 MPG (highway) with my Saturn. Typical of GM to discontinue producing one of the few cars that will actually get very good mileage. Must be an Obama thing...if it works, 'change' it! He said he wanted 'change'...I just didn't realize that he wanted 'my change'!
Product works just as advertised. It helped me find the problem with my automobile and allow me to fix & verify the fix myself without incurring expensive mechanics shop time. I did not use the CD, because I already had the Shop Manual for my car which included the error & status code lists.
Remember to follow the instructions...Turn Key OFF, Connect the code reader, Turn key ON to read codes. Turn key OFF before disconnecting code reader.
Problem found and fixed included bad #1 O-2 sensor and leaking EGR valve. Sensor was replaced ($16.95 via on-line ordering). The EGR valve was cleaned & re-installed. The EGR valve was causing abnormally high idle speed, and the bad sensor was allowing the computer to mal-adjust fuel mixtures versus ignition timing.
These repairs allowed me to get back to 37 MPG (highway) with my Saturn. Typical of GM to discontinue producing one of the few cars that will actually get very good mileage. Must be an Obama thing...if it works, 'change' it! He said he wanted 'change'...I just didn't realize that he wanted 'my change'!
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Actron CP9125 Good basic reader
Actron CP9125 Good basic reader.
Just got this and have used it once. It did what it was supposed to do. Found the reason my vehicle's check engine light was on. (The right front O2 sensor was malfunctioning.) I replaced the sensor, erased the error code using this reader, and now all is well.
Would be handy if it actually told you what it finds in plain English like the one that Costco sells. Also, it would be nice to have a longer cord and a backlight on the LCD display.
Having said that, it's well worth the $50 paid to Amazon.com and I recommend it to other automotive do-it-yourself-ers.
Just got this and have used it once. It did what it was supposed to do. Found the reason my vehicle's check engine light was on. (The right front O2 sensor was malfunctioning.) I replaced the sensor, erased the error code using this reader, and now all is well.
Would be handy if it actually told you what it finds in plain English like the one that Costco sells. Also, it would be nice to have a longer cord and a backlight on the LCD display.
Having said that, it's well worth the $50 paid to Amazon.com and I recommend it to other automotive do-it-yourself-ers.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Actron CP9125 Code Reader
Actron CP9125 Code Reader Affordable and simple, the perfect solution
It is simple to get the error codes with this scanner. Then Google OBDII code ###### to find out what the cause is. The scanner easily resets the code and turns off the check engine light.
This scanner will pay for itself if it saves one trip to the repair shop. The most common reason for check engine lights on recent model cars is a loose gas cap. I have used this scanner on a number of people's cars. A couple did not tighten the gas cap properly. Always turn it till it clicks three times. A couple had problems but were able to research the cause and solution before going to the repair shop.
This has been a good investment.
Actron CP9125 Code Reader
This product was well worth the money compared to what the garage would have charged to diagnose the problem and reset the "Check Engine" light. The code reader was simple to use and gave me an instant readout of the fault. After replacing a defective thermosatat I used the scanner to clear the "Check Engine" light, an operation that the garage would have charged $45 to perform. I am totally satisfied with this product and would recommend it to anyone.
It is simple to get the error codes with this scanner. Then Google OBDII code ###### to find out what the cause is. The scanner easily resets the code and turns off the check engine light.
This scanner will pay for itself if it saves one trip to the repair shop. The most common reason for check engine lights on recent model cars is a loose gas cap. I have used this scanner on a number of people's cars. A couple did not tighten the gas cap properly. Always turn it till it clicks three times. A couple had problems but were able to research the cause and solution before going to the repair shop.
This has been a good investment.
Actron CP9125 Code Reader
This product was well worth the money compared to what the garage would have charged to diagnose the problem and reset the "Check Engine" light. The code reader was simple to use and gave me an instant readout of the fault. After replacing a defective thermosatat I used the scanner to clear the "Check Engine" light, an operation that the garage would have charged $45 to perform. I am totally satisfied with this product and would recommend it to anyone.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Actron CP9125 Money saver.
Actron CP9125 Money saver.
This product did just what it was supposed to do.....save me money. I was having trouble with my Jeep. My neighbor said it sounded like a bad MAP sensor. After seeing how much they cost, I bought the scanner and found out I had 2 bad plugs. Good investment for the backyard mechanic.
Actron CP9125 Really great value and very helpful.
I bought this to help find the problem on a truck a few years ago. It's been a great addition to my toolbox and I've used it many times. Easy to use, and a great value for money. Sure a $200 scanner would have a lot more features, but I paid 39.99 and for that price it's paid for itself many times over. If you're a shade tree mechanic like me, and don't want to spend for the high end scanner, you cant beat this one. Also, it's rugged. Dropped a few times and shows no sign of wear and still works great.
This product did just what it was supposed to do.....save me money. I was having trouble with my Jeep. My neighbor said it sounded like a bad MAP sensor. After seeing how much they cost, I bought the scanner and found out I had 2 bad plugs. Good investment for the backyard mechanic.
Actron CP9125 Really great value and very helpful.
I bought this to help find the problem on a truck a few years ago. It's been a great addition to my toolbox and I've used it many times. Easy to use, and a great value for money. Sure a $200 scanner would have a lot more features, but I paid 39.99 and for that price it's paid for itself many times over. If you're a shade tree mechanic like me, and don't want to spend for the high end scanner, you cant beat this one. Also, it's rugged. Dropped a few times and shows no sign of wear and still works great.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Does what it should
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Does what it should.
This reader worked for me as advertized. In less than 20 seconds it gave me the three error codes. Now I know that my O2 sensor is up for replacement. I am planning replace it myself which should save me hundrends of $$$ vs the dealership.
I like that no battery is required to power the reader (unlike those more expensive readers).
Some minor issues I had:
The buttons on this unit are not very well designed. Read and Erase keys double as Down and Up which works OK, but is not intuitive (there isn't an Up arrow on the right button). What is worse, the buttons get stuck sometimes. The screen is very small and I needed to consult the manual to interpret the abbreviated displayed there.
And "there is lead in the cord" label is ridiculous. Well, at least we were warned :)
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Scanner worth the investment.
I ordered the scanner when I started to get a persistent engine light on my Jeep Grand Cherokee. On receiving the unit promptly after my order, I hooked it up, read the code, bought and installed a new throttle position sensor and the light has been out ever since. This was well worth the investment.
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Code Reader
I recently bought the Actron CP9125 pocketscan code reader to help diagnose some recurring issues with my car, a 2003 VW Passat sedan with a 1.8L 4 cyl engine. I'd had some issues with the engine running rough, check engine light coming on, etc. I bought the reader, read the instructions (which were very simple and straightforward), and plugged it in under the dash. After a brief time with the engine idling roughly, the code reader provided two codes, one indicating I had a problem with the no. 3 cylinder misfiring, and with an oxygen sensor. By switching the plug-in ignition coil on the no. 3 cylinder to the no. 4 cylinder, then checking the reading again and noting it now showed a misfire in the no. 4 cylinder I was able to determine the ignition coil was malfunctioning. I went to my local foreign parts store, bought the coil for $48, and plugged it in...problem solved, no trouble codes anymore. Last time this happened, I didn't have a code reader and took it to a repair shop I'd been using. $357 dollars later I'd gotten my car back with 4 new ignition coils and 4 new spark plugs and wires. Buying the coil myself and plugging it in for $48 was a HUGE improvement, and EASY. Great product, and very valuable for helping you know what's REALLY wrong with your car when you take it in for service!
This reader worked for me as advertized. In less than 20 seconds it gave me the three error codes. Now I know that my O2 sensor is up for replacement. I am planning replace it myself which should save me hundrends of $$$ vs the dealership.
I like that no battery is required to power the reader (unlike those more expensive readers).
Some minor issues I had:
The buttons on this unit are not very well designed. Read and Erase keys double as Down and Up which works OK, but is not intuitive (there isn't an Up arrow on the right button). What is worse, the buttons get stuck sometimes. The screen is very small and I needed to consult the manual to interpret the abbreviated displayed there.
And "there is lead in the cord" label is ridiculous. Well, at least we were warned :)
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Scanner worth the investment.
I ordered the scanner when I started to get a persistent engine light on my Jeep Grand Cherokee. On receiving the unit promptly after my order, I hooked it up, read the code, bought and installed a new throttle position sensor and the light has been out ever since. This was well worth the investment.
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Code Reader
I recently bought the Actron CP9125 pocketscan code reader to help diagnose some recurring issues with my car, a 2003 VW Passat sedan with a 1.8L 4 cyl engine. I'd had some issues with the engine running rough, check engine light coming on, etc. I bought the reader, read the instructions (which were very simple and straightforward), and plugged it in under the dash. After a brief time with the engine idling roughly, the code reader provided two codes, one indicating I had a problem with the no. 3 cylinder misfiring, and with an oxygen sensor. By switching the plug-in ignition coil on the no. 3 cylinder to the no. 4 cylinder, then checking the reading again and noting it now showed a misfire in the no. 4 cylinder I was able to determine the ignition coil was malfunctioning. I went to my local foreign parts store, bought the coil for $48, and plugged it in...problem solved, no trouble codes anymore. Last time this happened, I didn't have a code reader and took it to a repair shop I'd been using. $357 dollars later I'd gotten my car back with 4 new ignition coils and 4 new spark plugs and wires. Buying the coil myself and plugging it in for $48 was a HUGE improvement, and EASY. Great product, and very valuable for helping you know what's REALLY wrong with your car when you take it in for service!
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