A code reader for your car can mean the difference between dropping everything and heading for the mechanic and letting that warning light ride a little bit.

The hand-held Equus 3100 OBD-II code reader is versatile and easy to use. Just plug it into the diagnostic port, hit the link key, and wait for the codes to flow. The owner's manual has more than ...

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Choosing the Right OBD-II Scanner There are various types of OBD-II scanners available. Basic code readers are affordable and easy to use, displaying DTCs and their meanings.

Nearly all TTAC readers and writers have wrenched on a vehicle equipped with the OBD-II diagnostic system. Having a handheld code reader in yer box of tools can help douse that infernal check ...