Actron CP9125 Works as advertised!
I have had this item for quite some time. It works great with an 02 madza millenia and an 06 nissan xterra. I have had check engine lights come on with both of them. This unit easily reads the codes and will reset the light. This unit pays for itself the first time you use it. Most dealerships will charge about $100 each time they "diagnose" a check engine light (aka, plug in thier similar unit).
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Actron CP9125 Worked like a charm.
Actron CP9125 Worked like a charm.
My old Chevy pickup (check engine light) comes on from time to time. I went to the mechanic who was going to charge me just to turn off the light. I went to Autozone and they clerk hooked his up and read it. His unit gave the wrong information; he said remove the gas cap might be loose. I asked if he could turn off the light, to which he stated "we can't do that". I went online and saw then ordered this unit. I hooked it up and out went the light. I used it check my other vehicle also. I have 5 vehicles total, this gets expensive after while so I will be ready for the next light. Great tool! Highly recommended.
My old Chevy pickup (check engine light) comes on from time to time. I went to the mechanic who was going to charge me just to turn off the light. I went to Autozone and they clerk hooked his up and read it. His unit gave the wrong information; he said remove the gas cap might be loose. I asked if he could turn off the light, to which he stated "we can't do that". I went online and saw then ordered this unit. I hooked it up and out went the light. I used it check my other vehicle also. I have 5 vehicles total, this gets expensive after while so I will be ready for the next light. Great tool! Highly recommended.
Monday, May 21, 2012
Actron CP9125 A MUST HAVE! for the average do it your selfer!
Actron CP9125 A MUST HAVE! for the average do it your selfer!
My dodge ram 2500 check engine light had been on for a long, long time. My local muffler guy said it was probably the cat converter and he would fix me up for $300, the dealer wanted $1000. Now that seemed like a bargain but it was still a big chunk of change so I decided to look for a cheap code reader, I found the Actron CP9125 on Amazon and it had great reviews, it was also cheap enough so I went for it! I was hoping I could figure this thing out (not having a clue as to what to expect), I quickly read the directions, (just a novice at car stuff) then I plugged it in and voila, it showed codes P0440 and P0442....an evaporator emissions malfunction/small leak. With help from my pal I locate the evaporator cannister or whatever it's called under the truck and discovered a hose was cracked on one end and not connected on the other end! I run to my local autozone and pick up a foot of hose and 2 new clamps for about $4.50, button it all up, run the scanner to clear codes and I'm all done! Now I'm just your regular car owner who does the general basic maintenance (brakes, tune-ups, oil, bulbs, etc.) far from a pro. Had I let the muffler man do his thing my code would still be on and I'd be out $300! Needles to say, but if you use this scanner just 1 time you will be way ahead of the game! In a nutshell this unit worked perfectly for my needs and my pal had an issue with his 96 corolla and we got his problem fixed (egr vac line). By the way, the booklet that it comes with has all the codes and a lot of info and if you need more input you can google your particular code and you will find a fix-it flow chart or probable cause, it shouldn't be too difficult to pinpoint your issues. I highly recommend this reader!
My dodge ram 2500 check engine light had been on for a long, long time. My local muffler guy said it was probably the cat converter and he would fix me up for $300, the dealer wanted $1000. Now that seemed like a bargain but it was still a big chunk of change so I decided to look for a cheap code reader, I found the Actron CP9125 on Amazon and it had great reviews, it was also cheap enough so I went for it! I was hoping I could figure this thing out (not having a clue as to what to expect), I quickly read the directions, (just a novice at car stuff) then I plugged it in and voila, it showed codes P0440 and P0442....an evaporator emissions malfunction/small leak. With help from my pal I locate the evaporator cannister or whatever it's called under the truck and discovered a hose was cracked on one end and not connected on the other end! I run to my local autozone and pick up a foot of hose and 2 new clamps for about $4.50, button it all up, run the scanner to clear codes and I'm all done! Now I'm just your regular car owner who does the general basic maintenance (brakes, tune-ups, oil, bulbs, etc.) far from a pro. Had I let the muffler man do his thing my code would still be on and I'd be out $300! Needles to say, but if you use this scanner just 1 time you will be way ahead of the game! In a nutshell this unit worked perfectly for my needs and my pal had an issue with his 96 corolla and we got his problem fixed (egr vac line). By the way, the booklet that it comes with has all the codes and a lot of info and if you need more input you can google your particular code and you will find a fix-it flow chart or probable cause, it shouldn't be too difficult to pinpoint your issues. I highly recommend this reader!
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Actron CP9125 Nice economical code reader.
Actron CP9125 Nice economical code reader.
I've been using this code reader for a year without any complaints about its performance. I wish I had gotten one that gives the description of the code right on the display, this one just gives the code # and then you have to look it up in the book or software that comes with it. Great price.
I've been using this code reader for a year without any complaints about its performance. I wish I had gotten one that gives the description of the code right on the display, this one just gives the code # and then you have to look it up in the book or software that comes with it. Great price.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Great Product.
Actron CP9125 PocketScan Great Product.
I ordered this code reader about a week ago with free shipping. TOTALLY WORTH IT! I received it today and i went straight to work. No batteries necessary. Just briefly read the four or five step manual on using it to either scan, or scan and erase. Instructions are very clear and concise. Simply plug it in, press a button and get your code(s). I had my engine light on and it ran 4 codes when i plugged it in. I wrote them down and with the included hard copy I referenced the codes that i got. My MAF, TPS, and air temp sensor were all throwing codes. I understand this b/c i am currently working on a new cold air intake. What I didn't know however was that i was miss-firing every so often in my fifth cylinder. The code read a number and the title of the code was literally "Cylinder 5 miss-fire." I will change the wires and plug tomorrow afternoon. I am seriously satisfied with this product and the convenience it has introduced to me. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE with a car made after 1996. Home mechanic or not it's good to know whats wrong with your car BEFORE being bent over my a real mechanic who is going to charge you an arm and a leg for checking everything. Know what the problem is before u get there and save yourself the money/trouble.
I ordered this code reader about a week ago with free shipping. TOTALLY WORTH IT! I received it today and i went straight to work. No batteries necessary. Just briefly read the four or five step manual on using it to either scan, or scan and erase. Instructions are very clear and concise. Simply plug it in, press a button and get your code(s). I had my engine light on and it ran 4 codes when i plugged it in. I wrote them down and with the included hard copy I referenced the codes that i got. My MAF, TPS, and air temp sensor were all throwing codes. I understand this b/c i am currently working on a new cold air intake. What I didn't know however was that i was miss-firing every so often in my fifth cylinder. The code read a number and the title of the code was literally "Cylinder 5 miss-fire." I will change the wires and plug tomorrow afternoon. I am seriously satisfied with this product and the convenience it has introduced to me. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE with a car made after 1996. Home mechanic or not it's good to know whats wrong with your car BEFORE being bent over my a real mechanic who is going to charge you an arm and a leg for checking everything. Know what the problem is before u get there and save yourself the money/trouble.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Actron CP9125 Pays for itself with the first use!
Actron CP9125 Pays for itself with the first use!
I just got my Actron scanner in the mail. I did read a good portion of the reviews before I bought it, but was still concerned about actually learning how to use it. Well I am happy to say my fears were not warranted. It was as simple as plugging it in under the dash (35 seconds) Starting the car (3 seconds) and hitting a couple of buttons(1 minute). It spit out a code. I looked it up on my cell on the internet and I immediately knew what why my check engine light came on! In total it saved me the time to go to the dealership, the cost $75 to diagnose the problem there, and the needless worry the accompanies the damn check engine light..the unknown.. I love this machine.."sniff sniff" :-)
I just got my Actron scanner in the mail. I did read a good portion of the reviews before I bought it, but was still concerned about actually learning how to use it. Well I am happy to say my fears were not warranted. It was as simple as plugging it in under the dash (35 seconds) Starting the car (3 seconds) and hitting a couple of buttons(1 minute). It spit out a code. I looked it up on my cell on the internet and I immediately knew what why my check engine light came on! In total it saved me the time to go to the dealership, the cost $75 to diagnose the problem there, and the needless worry the accompanies the damn check engine light..the unknown.. I love this machine.."sniff sniff" :-)
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