Low Cost Code Readers

Roverron · 2nd October 2007, 17:36

I have at long last sourced some low cost fault code readers.
I will have two types in stock from tomorrow.
CR1 is £42.99 inc vat and reads and clears fault codes on petrol cars from 1996 and diesels from 2004. It also displays sensor data so you can check your boost pressure, IAt, ECT, TPS, rpm, Speed etc. It supports all protocola automatically except can bus.

CR2 is identical but also supports diagnostics over the can bus. This isn't implemented yet but will be from 2008 so it would be a good choice if you are thinking of a new motor next year. (Pity it can't be a 75 or ZT) It costs £73.99 inc vat

I will put up photos and specs on my website tomorrow.

Ron

Mike · 2nd October 2007, 17:48

Good stuff Ron. Will the CR2 be a better buy for 75/ZT owners?

Mike

Roverron · 2nd October 2007, 18:04

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Originally Posted by Mike

Good stuff Ron. Will the CR2 be a better buy for 75/ZT owners?

Mike

Only if you want some future proofing should you buy some other make next of 2008 model year.
My Xtype has the can bus connections at the socket but being 2007, the diags still use the K line. Pity, as I had hoped for fast updating of the sensor data when logging it.

Ron

steve00117 · 2nd October 2007, 19:30

Would the CR1 tell me which of my ABS sensors is not working?

Roverron · 3rd October 2007, 07:30

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Originally Posted by steve00117

Would the CR1 tell me which of my ABS sensors is not working?

No this type of code reader is only for engine diagnosis.

Ron

Roverron · 3rd October 2007, 14:53

Now added more details and photos.

Works fine on my Xtype. Quick to identify the protocol (PWM) and connect. The optional PP3 battery (supplied) is useful because you can disconnect it and still view the logged codes. (Most handheld tools are powered from the diag socket so as soon as you unplug them they switch off)

Comes with a carrying case and cd of fault codes.

The instruction book doesn't mention the power button so I thought I had a duff one! Doh.

http://tuning-diesels.com/Eobd/eobd2.htm

A decent bit of kit for the money (Cr1 type typically sells for over £59 and CR2 type for over £89)

Ron

shakennstirred · 4th October 2007, 05:34

just ordered one
thanks

Ti Rich · 14th October 2007, 11:12

Right, just tried this on my 2004 Mk1 CDTi and works a treat. Easy to use and picks up the fault codes no problem. So it looks to me that if you have an additional IAT sensor in the intercooler hose (just before the EGR) it may work on Mk1 CDTi's. Can detect lot's of useful info including boost presure and intake temps.

Also tried on my wifes 2004 ZR petrol aad again fine.

Well worth the money - one fault and it's paid for it's self!!

JohnDotCom · 14th October 2007, 11:14

Sorry Rich, can you confirm which one please.

Ti Rich · 14th October 2007, 11:18

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Originally Posted by JohnDotCom

Sorry Rich, can you confirm which one please.

Sorry John, the cheaper CR1

2nd October 2007, 17:36	#1
Roverron Gets stuck in Rover Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tarbert Posts: 980 Thanks: 0 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Low Cost Code Readers I have at long last sourced some low cost fault code readers. I will have two types in stock from tomorrow. CR1 is £42.99 inc vat and reads and clears fault codes on petrol cars from 1996 and diesels from 2004. It also displays sensor data so you can check your boost pressure, IAt, ECT, TPS, rpm, Speed etc. It supports all protocola automatically except can bus. CR2 is identical but also supports diagnostics over the can bus. This isn't implemented yet but will be from 2008 so it would be a good choice if you are thinking of a new motor next year. (Pity it can't be a 75 or ZT) It costs £73.99 inc vat I will put up photos and specs on my website tomorrow. Ron __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Click to visit my website Ron on Twitter MyFacebook page Last edited by Roverron; 2nd October 2007 at 17:39..

2nd October 2007, 17:48	#2
Mike This is my second home Rover 75 V8 Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 3,448 Thanks: 0 Thanked 206 Times in 32 Posts	Good stuff Ron. Will the CR2 be a better buy for 75/ZT owners? Mike __________________ Mike [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

3rd October 2007, 14:53	#6
Roverron Gets stuck in Rover Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tarbert Posts: 980 Thanks: 0 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Now added more details and photos. Works fine on my Xtype. Quick to identify the protocol (PWM) and connect. The optional PP3 battery (supplied) is useful because you can disconnect it and still view the logged codes. (Most handheld tools are powered from the diag socket so as soon as you unplug them they switch off) Comes with a carrying case and cd of fault codes. The instruction book doesn't mention the power button so I thought I had a duff one! Doh. http://tuning-diesels.com/Eobd/eobd2.htm A decent bit of kit for the money (Cr1 type typically sells for over £59 and CR2 type for over £89) Ron __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Click to visit my website Ron on Twitter MyFacebook page

4th October 2007, 05:34	#7
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14th October 2007, 11:12	#8
Ti Rich Gets stuck in Audi A6 TDi 175 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dudley Posts: 572 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Right, just tried this on my 2004 Mk1 CDTi and works a treat. Easy to use and picks up the fault codes no problem. So it looks to me that if you have an additional IAT sensor in the intercooler hose (just before the EGR) it may work on Mk1 CDTi's. Can detect lot's of useful info including boost presure and intake temps. Also tried on my wifes 2004 ZR petrol aad again fine. Well worth the money - one fault and it's paid for it's self!! __________________ CD(Ti Rich) Audi A6 C7 TDI - zzzzzzzzzzzzzz, so boring!! BMW 330d M-Sport - Gone and missed ZT CDTi, gone but not forgotten! Last edited by Ti Rich; 14th October 2007 at 11:19..

2nd October 2007, 19:30	#4
steve00117 Avid contributor 75 Saloon Con SE 2.0V6 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Oop North Posts: 134 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Would the CR1 tell me which of my ABS sensors is not working?

14th October 2007, 11:14	#9
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Sorry Rich, can you confirm which one please.