Must be a local AutoZone policy? Here at my local AZ they will read the old
EEC-IV using just the shorting bar method. They use the Actron scanner for
the latter OBD-II systems. They will also check for codes without the check
engine light being on. I don't know why they would not? It's a great way to
sell parts!! Especially O2 sensors that you don't need!!
.
.
>I was going to mention that as well. I didn't think they could read the
> EEC4 codes
>
> Dave
>
>
> Around here in Illinois, AZ will only read cars with the OBDII. And it
> there is no SES light on the GEN 3 there is nothing to read.
>
> Paul
>
>
> On 7/6/2006 10:41:28 AM, clubairth@bellsouth.net wrote:
>> Steven:
>> This is NOT correct. Codes stored in the PCM will be read, regardless
>> if the check engine light is on or not. Be sure and get the actual
>> code number.
>>
>> Also have the AutoZone guy erase ALL existing codes after he reads
>> what you have. I NEVER change or troubleshoot until the code is
>> repeated at least
>> twice! Drive until the check engine light comes on again and then get
>> the
>> codes reread.
>> Then post back to the list.
>>
>> I would recommend that you DO NOT take the car to a dealer. They were
>> clueless when the SHO was new and it's only worse now that the SHO has
>
>> been gone so many years!!!!
>> .
>> .
>>
>>
>>
>> >I called them and they said they can only scan for codes if the check
>
>> >engine light stays on (which mine does not)
>> >
>> >
>> > On Jul 5, 2006, at 6:06 PM, Ian Fisher wrote:
>> >
>> >> If you have an AutoZone near you, go there first.
>> >> They'll
>> scan for Diagnostic Trouble Codes for free.
>> >> The dealer will charge you 1 hour of labor at
>> >> $75ish/hour just to scan the codes. You can buy a code scanner for
>> >> a lot less and do it yourself at home.
>> >>
>> >> Ian
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