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MODIFYING OR DETAILING YOUR I30 => ELECTRICAL | ELECTRONIC | AUDIO => Topic started by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 11:13:42

Title: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 11:13:42: OK Chaps & ladies? :)

Anyone know if there is a code reader available for the i30?
I usually buy one for any car I have unless I already have one.

Dont panic... the i30 is fine... :goodjob2:
The Picanto is fine too!
However... the Mitsubishi Colt I bought may need some luvin...

So... I have established on the Colt UK Forum that I need an OBD2 reader... but it would be smart to get one that would also... read the Hy & Kia ports too!

Any ideas?

Cheers... Keith.
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Dazzler on April 12, 2012, 11:18:34: I think Captain Shambles might be able to help with that one.. Sure he has a reader :goodjob:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 11:20:11: Cheers Daz how's things down under?

We just had one of the longest & heaviest hailstorms I remember in all my years!
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Dazzler on April 12, 2012, 11:23:37: Quote from: Ffoxy. on April 12, 2012, 11:20:11
Cheers Daz how's things down under?

We just had one of the longest & heaviest hailstorms I remember in all my years!

Not damaging stones I hope :confused:..

Did you see the threads on our 5000km mainland Road trip (in Club Meets and Trips) :happydance:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 11:34:22: No the stones were pea sized... normal... just went on so long it was white over all around!

And No again... I'll have to make a point of checking that Trip of yours out.
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Shambles on April 12, 2012, 11:48:49: That's why we have a search button :rolleyes:

Lazy git :lol:

https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=13356.msg146873#msg146873 (https://www.i30ownersclub.com/forum/index.php?topic=13356.msg146873#msg146873)
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 12:09:29: I saw that Steve but its not what I am after so didnt apply...

I want a stand alone plug in device as I have for all the other makes we have had.

Not a laptop / i-pod / i-phone link lead with Software... :P
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Shambles on April 12, 2012, 13:44:18: Quote from: Ffoxy. on April 12, 2012, 12:09:29
I saw that Steve but its not what I am after so didnt apply...

I want a stand alone plug in device as I have for all the other makes we have had.

Not a laptop / i-pod / i-phone link lead with Software... :P

That bluetooth dongle is a standalone plug in device which pairs to my Android phone - no leads required (but software is) :D

But I see where you're coming from - you want a device with the software built in

Amazon have a decent selection:

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/412MyHxbFeL.jpg) (http://www.amazon.co.uk/CAN-Bus-Trouble-Diagnose-Diagnostic-Scanner/dp/B001CBBY7O)
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 14:32:24: Yes mate thats what I'm after... if I am lucky, I can use one like that (CAN / OBD2) on the Mitsubishi AND the Kia / Hyundai brace... :goodjob2:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Shambles on April 12, 2012, 14:44:46: £29.99 delivered from Amazon. Bargain. So damned useful these things, especially if you can help your mates out too (or have more than one car yourself)
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 14:47:36: Good call & really appreciate that Steve :winker:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: rustynutz on April 12, 2012, 15:12:35: Quote from: Shambles™ on April 12, 2012, 14:44:46
£29.99 delivered from Amazon. Bargain. So damned useful these things, especially if you can help your mates out too (or have more than one car yourself)

Is this one the same? :undecided:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Diagnostic-Scanner-CAN-Bus-Trouble-Diagnose/dp/B005FOIC3I/ref=pd_cp_ce_2 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Diagnostic-Scanner-CAN-Bus-Trouble-Diagnose/dp/B005FOIC3I/ref=pd_cp_ce_2)

Even better price.....
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 15:19:14: Yep same one Rusty...

I cant believe that my Post in the Colt Owners Club Forum has had 10 Views & no-one would seem to know what Code reader to buy...

Unlike here... :goodjob2:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: rustynutz on April 12, 2012, 15:28:06: Quote from: Ffoxy. on April 12, 2012, 15:19:14
Yep same one Rusty...

I cant believe that my Post in the Colt Owners Club Forum has had 10 Views & no-one would seem to know what Code reader to buy...

Unlike here... :goodjob2:

They are Colt owners, what can you expect? :winker: :lol:
At least you're sensible enough to also own an i30....
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 15:44:33: Its a first car for a 25 year old New Driver, Rusty.
A better choice than the usual young 'uns cars... 206, Saxo, Corsa, Fiesta etc.
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 12, 2012, 18:10:19: And breathe....
:-[
It turns out I already have a Memoscan U480 in the garage...
Both the Kia & the Hyundai have No Codes! :goodjob:

Now I just have to see if the thing reads the Mitsubishi...
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: rustynutz on April 13, 2012, 02:27:50: A blonde moment? oh wait...... :p
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Keith on April 13, 2012, 09:46:16: Quote from: rustynutz on April 13, 2012, 02:27:50
A blonde moment? oh wait...... :p

Bwahahahaaaa... :lol:
Been so long since I needed it :rofl:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: perakharimau on June 04, 2012, 13:58:33: Hey guys - I read somewhere on here that the odbc plug is in the driver footwell ? what about the diagnostics port in the enginebay above the ecu ? :confused:
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: Shambles on June 04, 2012, 14:31:22: The OBD socket on mine is near the drivers right knee, in/below the dash. The one in the engine bay is a mystery
Title: Re: Aftermarket Diagnostics Code reader
Post by: perakharimau on June 05, 2012, 06:37:31: Yes - guessing from reading the other threads that its for a dealer supplied diagnostic reader software uploader/updater.