What's the difference between a C.A.N Reader and Code Reader
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What'* the difference between a C.A.N Reader and Code Reader
Canadian Tire has this on sale.....
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortmen...=1114009350592
What'* the diffence between that and this....
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortmen...=1114009390407
Sale ends tomorrow.....
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortmen...=1114009350592
What'* the diffence between that and this....
http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortmen...=1114009390407
Sale ends tomorrow.....
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The links you show take me to the main page and not the sale pages but, If you are looking at the two 0BD11 code readers they have ( which look pretty close to each other) the CAN reader is needed for the 2004 models and later. The other code reader will do the rest before the 2004 model year. I purchased the earlier version a while ago when it was on sale for 149.00. Be aware though that these are code readers only and won't give you actual data logging such as 02 sensor activity read outs etc. They only tell you what trouble code is set and not the sensor outputs.
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So even the CAN reader only gives you the code.... not the senor output?
Phew.... I just bought my code reader last year (the 3100) for the same price you did.....
Phew.... I just bought my code reader last year (the 3100) for the same price you did.....
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I couldn't find anyplace on the CAN reader that said it would give sensor data, only codes in the computer. If your store is easy to get along with maybe they would let you look at the instruction manual that comes with it. They call it a scanner but it would be better named as an 0BD11 Code reader only. IMHO.
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Quick and easy "Check Engine" light diagnosis for all 1996 and newer cars, light trucks and SUVs - foreign and domestic
Complete C.A.N. (Controller Area Network) coverage
The only tool in its class with English & French on-screen code definitions right out of the box
Includes freeze frame display and colour-coded LEDs - great for quick emissions readiness status
Optional OBD-PC Link shop software and soft storage case available
"Plug & Play" technology retrieves data in seconds - no setup required
Patented single-screen display speeds up diagnostic time
Retrieves generic (P0) and manufacturer specific (P1) emissions-related codes and displays their definitions
Automatic refresh updates data every 15 seconds when connected to the vehicle - great to verify repairs
ERASE button clears monitors and resets "Check Engine" light
Memory feature stores codes, even when reader is unplugged from the vehicle
OBD II code reader
The Inova 3100 code reader makes it easy to quickly retrieve stored diagnostic information from your vehicle’* computer memory.
Easy to use and view with no complex, multiple screens; everything is displayed on a single large screen
Monitor status indicates if all monitors have completed testing and if the vehicle is ready for emissions testing
Monitor icons indicate which monitors are supported by the vehicle being tested and if the related monitor has its diagnostic tests
Check engine light icon verifies which code, if any, commanded this light to go on
DTC (diagnostic trouble code) sequence identifies the causes of the check engine light coming on
Pending icon warns of potential problems; tools icon show tool'* current testing state
Works on all 1996 and newer cars, trucks, and SUVs that are OBDII compliant
ERASE button clears monitors and resets "CHECK ENGINE" light
Model No. 3100
ASE-certified
I'm sorta lost.... But it seems that the CAN may possibly show the general operating perameters that the PCM is seeing as well as display codes...
I'll have to look and see what the Actron does...
CP9145 Actron Scanner
MSRP $299.99 USD
A bold step forward in DIY diagnostics! The SUPER AutoScanner allows the user to easily retrieve and read OBD II trouble codes and display/read live vehicle data for a faster diagnosis. This sophisticated yet extremely user-friendly tool can be used on OBD II compliant cars and light trucks (foreign and domestic) sold in the U.*. from 1996 to the present. Optional cables add coverage for OBD I 1984-95 Ford and GM models and 1989-95 OBD I Chrysler applications.
Features:
Read & erase generic OBD II trouble codes (including pending codes)
Read & erase GM/Ford/Chrysler OBD II manufacturer-specific codes
Optional cables available to read & erase OBD I GM/Ford/Chrysler trouble codes
Enables user to easily and quickly link to their vehicle
Large easy-to-read LCD screen that provides Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions
Turn off Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp or MIL)
Extremely user friendly menu provides:
Monitor Status and I/M Readiness to determine if vehicle is ready for an emissions test. I/M Readiness is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions program
All emission testing facilities will fail a vehicle which has the "check engine light" lit at the time of the test
Alerts user to any pending Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), and reads Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) status
Built-in help screens
View live engine data parameters (PIDs)
View freeze frame data
Review data
Code definitions are stored in the tool
Ruggedly built for both shop and road test use
Tool is fully upgradeable, accommodating future vehicles (including C.A.N.)
1 year warranty
Assembled in U.*.A.
Benefits
Step up from a simple code reader to a scan tool at an affordable price.
OBD I and OBD II software built in: no additional cartridges to buy
Expandable to cover OBD I vehicles with optional cables
Internal 9 volt battery stores latest test results for later review
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Complete C.A.N. (Controller Area Network) coverage
The only tool in its class with English & French on-screen code definitions right out of the box
Includes freeze frame display and colour-coded LEDs - great for quick emissions readiness status
Optional OBD-PC Link shop software and soft storage case available
"Plug & Play" technology retrieves data in seconds - no setup required
Patented single-screen display speeds up diagnostic time
Retrieves generic (P0) and manufacturer specific (P1) emissions-related codes and displays their definitions
Automatic refresh updates data every 15 seconds when connected to the vehicle - great to verify repairs
ERASE button clears monitors and resets "Check Engine" light
Memory feature stores codes, even when reader is unplugged from the vehicle
OBD II code reader
The Inova 3100 code reader makes it easy to quickly retrieve stored diagnostic information from your vehicle’* computer memory.
Easy to use and view with no complex, multiple screens; everything is displayed on a single large screen
Monitor status indicates if all monitors have completed testing and if the vehicle is ready for emissions testing
Monitor icons indicate which monitors are supported by the vehicle being tested and if the related monitor has its diagnostic tests
Check engine light icon verifies which code, if any, commanded this light to go on
DTC (diagnostic trouble code) sequence identifies the causes of the check engine light coming on
Pending icon warns of potential problems; tools icon show tool'* current testing state
Works on all 1996 and newer cars, trucks, and SUVs that are OBDII compliant
ERASE button clears monitors and resets "CHECK ENGINE" light
Model No. 3100
ASE-certified
I'm sorta lost.... But it seems that the CAN may possibly show the general operating perameters that the PCM is seeing as well as display codes...
I'll have to look and see what the Actron does...
CP9145 Actron Scanner
MSRP $299.99 USD
A bold step forward in DIY diagnostics! The SUPER AutoScanner allows the user to easily retrieve and read OBD II trouble codes and display/read live vehicle data for a faster diagnosis. This sophisticated yet extremely user-friendly tool can be used on OBD II compliant cars and light trucks (foreign and domestic) sold in the U.*. from 1996 to the present. Optional cables add coverage for OBD I 1984-95 Ford and GM models and 1989-95 OBD I Chrysler applications.
Features:
Read & erase generic OBD II trouble codes (including pending codes)
Read & erase GM/Ford/Chrysler OBD II manufacturer-specific codes
Optional cables available to read & erase OBD I GM/Ford/Chrysler trouble codes
Enables user to easily and quickly link to their vehicle
Large easy-to-read LCD screen that provides Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions
Turn off Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp or MIL)
Extremely user friendly menu provides:
Monitor Status and I/M Readiness to determine if vehicle is ready for an emissions test. I/M Readiness is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions program
All emission testing facilities will fail a vehicle which has the "check engine light" lit at the time of the test
Alerts user to any pending Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), and reads Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) status
Built-in help screens
View live engine data parameters (PIDs)
View freeze frame data
Review data
Code definitions are stored in the tool
Ruggedly built for both shop and road test use
Tool is fully upgradeable, accommodating future vehicles (including C.A.N.)
1 year warranty
Assembled in U.*.A.
Benefits
Step up from a simple code reader to a scan tool at an affordable price.
OBD I and OBD II software built in: no additional cartridges to buy
Expandable to cover OBD I vehicles with optional cables
Internal 9 volt battery stores latest test results for later review
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