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Code reader provides speed and ease of use for quick, initial diagnosis of vehicles.
The Mac Tools Task Series Family of Code Readers includes the TaskCode Trilingual OBD II/EOBD and CAN Code Reader (No. ET105AN). This line of code readers works efficiently and effectively to prioritize troubleshoot, pinpoint problem components and get fast, accurate code reads. These code readers have an online database of top repair fixes, which are linked to each code and the online updates are free.
The review
Mike Steptoe, owner of Reliable Auto Repair in Fort Atkinson, WI, tried out the TaskCode code reader. He found that the easy-to-use unit helped with some basic, up-front diagnosis for vehicles entering his shop.
'The bigger (scan tools) take time to boot up and then you have to enter all of the vehicle-specific information on the bigger scanners. For this one, it just goes in OBDII generically,' said Steptoe. 'It offers quicker code reading.'
Steptoe advised he uses code readers one of two ways: for 'parking lot diagnosis' to quickly read a code and determine whether the vehicle needs immediate attention or if it can be postponed; and to pinpoint which system actually failed on the vehicle.
This initial diagnosis helps Steptoe efficiently determine the next steps to fixing vehicles that come into his shop.
Steptoe used the code reader for a number of functions, including clearing codes on vehicles and resetting the 'check engine' light. He found the unit easy to use, with step-by-step instructions once the unit was plugged in.
'(The unit) tells you right on the screen what to do next, if you want to read codes, clear codes. You just plug it into the ALDL connector and go.'
For improvements, Steptoe suggested the possiblity of having the ability to read body computer information and ABS information.
Steptoe advised there were five different functions to use from the main screen: code reading, VIN number, freeze frame, 'check engine' status (on/off) and input/output monitors for emissions testing.
Overall, Steptoe rated the tool an eight out of 10 because its speed and ease of use.
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Update Instructions
The Mac Tools Scanning Suite software is used to update the scan tool.
It also contains the software necessary to print data stored in the tool.
Download and install Scanning Suite
1. Click Mac Tools Scanning Suite 4.3 link and save the file to your PC.
2. After the file is downloaded, double click the icon to begin the installation.
3. Complete the installation as prompted.
Prepare the Scan Tool
4. Plug your tools into the USB port on your PC via the USB cable.
5. Arrow down to the System Setup and press ENTER, then arrow down to the Program Mode and press ENTER.
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Update Scan Tool
6. Open Scanning Suite on the PC by double clicking the Mac LaunchPad icon on your desktop or find it in the Start/Programs/Scanning Suite/Mac/LaunchPad
7. Click the Tool Update Button
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8. The ScanLoader application will open. Click Next to continue and follow the instructions as prompted on the screen.
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9. The update will complete and the tool will display Success. You may now disconnect the tool and close the Scanning Suite application.