Scanners that can actually read/reset ABS codes and more

El Padrino · Oct 23rd, 2023, 11:57

I have an ODBII reader bought of Ebay that I use with Torque Pro. It's a bit hit and miss on the connectivity at times. I did try to scan my ABS light on issue, but none were found, so I guess it's not capable of doing it.

Is there a decent scanner that can do a lot but for not a lot of money or is the VOL FCR from https://www.ilexa.co.uk/diagnostic-tools/vol-fcr.html the only thing that will actually work for a 1998 V70R? Was looking to spend say no more than £50 but I guess you get what you pay for.

Luxobarge · Oct 23rd, 2023, 18:07

Yes, an ELM 327 OBDII dongle plus the 850 OBDII app for android phone - this has already been explained on one or more of the recent ABS problem threads.

I just bought these items for my own ABS problem, £20 delivered for the dongle and £1.69 for the app, so cheap enough, and yes it does work. I cleared my codes with it, and i'm just waiting for the light to come on again to read the fault code and progress my diagnosis from there. Not driving right now though as I'm down with severe Covid!

Baffler · Oct 24th, 2023, 23:27

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Originally Posted by Luxobarge

Yes, an ELM 327 OBDII dongle plus the 850 OBDII app for android phone

With the below dongle as recommended by 4x4.

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Originally Posted by 4x4

This one will work Click

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Originally Posted by Luxobarge

Not driving right now though as I'm down with severe Covid!

We need you back to full health for further diagnostics, Luxo, get well soon old chap!

El Padrino · Oct 24th, 2023, 23:58

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Originally Posted by Luxobarge

Yes, an ELM 327 OBDII dongle plus the 850 OBDII app for android phone - this has already been explained on one or more of the recent ABS problem threads.

I just bought these items for my own ABS problem, £20 delivered for the dongle and £1.69 for the app, so cheap enough, and yes it does work. I cleared my codes with it, and i'm just waiting for the light to come on again to read the fault code and progress my diagnosis from there. Not driving right now though as I'm down with severe Covid!

Thanks as always Luxobarge. I'll try that app. I wish you a speedy recovery from the COVID.

El Padrino · Oct 25th, 2023, 00:00

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Originally Posted by Baffler

With the below dongle as recommended by 4x4

Thanks Baffler, I'll get one of these too. I'll try my current ELM OBD2 dongle first with the 850 app.

Oct 23rd, 2023, 11:57	#1
El Padrino Member Last Online: Apr 27th, 2024 23:36 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: N/A	Scanners that can actually read/reset ABS codes and more I have an ODBII reader bought of Ebay that I use with Torque Pro. It's a bit hit and miss on the connectivity at times. I did try to scan my ABS light on issue, but none were found, so I guess it's not capable of doing it. Is there a decent scanner that can do a lot but for not a lot of money or is the VOL FCR from https://www.ilexa.co.uk/diagnostic-tools/vol-fcr.html the only thing that will actually work for a 1998 V70R? Was looking to spend say no more than £50 but I guess you get what you pay for.

Oct 23rd, 2023, 18:07	#2
Luxobarge Premier Member Last Online: Apr 26th, 2024 09:37 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Horne (Nr. Horley)	Yes, an ELM 327 OBDII dongle plus the 850 OBDII app for android phone - this has already been explained on one or more of the recent ABS problem threads. I just bought these items for my own ABS problem, £20 delivered for the dongle and £1.69 for the app, so cheap enough, and yes it does work. I cleared my codes with it, and i'm just waiting for the light to come on again to read the fault code and progress my diagnosis from there. Not driving right now though as I'm down with severe Covid! __________________ Some people are like Slinkies, they serve no useful purpose but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them downstairs.

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