Autel MS409 Works well for the price.
I purchased this about a year ago. It has worked very well - it's a simple device in terms of function, but it does that function well. I think it's built solidly - definitely feels like it can take a drop and a bunch of use in a garage type environment. All the cables seem solidly built, too.
Someone complained it couldn't be updated - I downloaded a new update from the manufacturers website and flashed it via the included cable, so I'm not sure what he was referring to.
It comes in a nice case, too - soft sided, though, if you prefer a hard case you'll have to buy one, or leave it in the box as I do.
I'd recommend this to anyone with a car and the ability to plug something in - it's that easy. As to the codes and their definitions - Google is your friend - you don't need to rely on the manual.
Showing posts with label Autel MaxiScan MS409 Review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Autel MaxiScan MS409 Review. Show all posts
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Autel MS409 Saves you money
Autel MS409 Saves you money.
I purchased the MS409 because I was on a long distance trip and my Toyota Tundra engine check light came on. Did not have it on the trip so went online and Tundra owners said common problem was that the fuel cap was not on properly or the oxygen sensor was bad. Tightened the fuel cap many times without success but finally on the way home the engine check light went out but I still didn't know the cause for sure. When I received the scanner I connected and no oxygen sensor error was shown so I know it wasn't that.
Anyway, since then I have used it on several other vehicles including my mother's Honda Odyssey. The Honda dealer wanted her the pay $100+ to diagnose the problem with the engine check light on. Who knows what they would have charged to "fix" the problem. I connected the scanner and it said it was a fuel/evap system leak. I re-tightened the fuel cap and reset the engine check light using the scanner and everything is fine.
With all the money it saved me and my family so far it is one of the best purchases I made. I purchased this model because the explanation of the trouble codes is right on the display and you don't have to look in a code book. Worth paying the extra money as far as I'm concerned.
I purchased the MS409 because I was on a long distance trip and my Toyota Tundra engine check light came on. Did not have it on the trip so went online and Tundra owners said common problem was that the fuel cap was not on properly or the oxygen sensor was bad. Tightened the fuel cap many times without success but finally on the way home the engine check light went out but I still didn't know the cause for sure. When I received the scanner I connected and no oxygen sensor error was shown so I know it wasn't that.
Anyway, since then I have used it on several other vehicles including my mother's Honda Odyssey. The Honda dealer wanted her the pay $100+ to diagnose the problem with the engine check light on. Who knows what they would have charged to "fix" the problem. I connected the scanner and it said it was a fuel/evap system leak. I re-tightened the fuel cap and reset the engine check light using the scanner and everything is fine.
With all the money it saved me and my family so far it is one of the best purchases I made. I purchased this model because the explanation of the trouble codes is right on the display and you don't have to look in a code book. Worth paying the extra money as far as I'm concerned.
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Easy to use and highly functional
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Easy to use and highly functional.
After several trips to the emission test station with a car that was still "not ready" for the test, I bought this so that I could determine for myself if the car was ready. It worked great and will save me money and frustration every year.
After several trips to the emission test station with a car that was still "not ready" for the test, I bought this so that I could determine for myself if the car was ready. It worked great and will save me money and frustration every year.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great Scan Tool for a Great Price!
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great Scan Tool for a Great Price!
I'm staring this review with a ***WARNING*** Do NOT update the software in this unit to the Ver. 1.13 posted at Autel's web site!!!! It will cause the display to become corrupted and unreadable! Anyone who has done the update and now has an unreadable display CHEER UP!
Google MS409Fix for a page I have posted which gives instructions on how to restore the original factory software.
Now that I've hopefully saved the day for some people I'll get on with my review.
I have a 1998 Chevy Venture minivan that has been showing an SES light on and off for a while. It runs smooth and has plenty of acceleration so I haven't been too concerned. Now that the gas prices have gone back up I figure I'll check things and see if there are any fuel system issues involved with this SES thing. I shopped around Amazon looking at code readers and such. I didn't want anything too cheap but I didn't want to pay an arm and a leg either.
When I came across this MaxiScan MS409 I liked a few things right off, especially the back lit 8 line display. It does more than just read and delete codes. It does an initial diagnostic and shows the ststus of the major parts of your engine control systems, shows I/M readiness status of emission controls, displays not only the actual trouble codes, both generic and many manufacturer specific, but tells you what they mean and shows 'Freeze Frame' data giving you more info about what the problem is. Of course it's good to have a factory service manual available if you want to do the repairs yourself.
This unit is worth over $100 and for this price on Amazon you just can't beat it.
One other issue, I found that it's better to have the engine running when you first hook it up because it will give a link error if you just have the ignition turned on, at lease on my vehicle it did.
All in all I like this scan tool and I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to save the money that a repair shop will charge you just to read and clear the trouble codes in a vehicle's computer or if they want to do their own repairs.
I've downgraded my rating to 4 stars because the Autel Product Support Department takes forever to respond to emails and has not yet acted on my suggestion to remove the faulty firmware update from their web site.
I'm staring this review with a ***WARNING*** Do NOT update the software in this unit to the Ver. 1.13 posted at Autel's web site!!!! It will cause the display to become corrupted and unreadable! Anyone who has done the update and now has an unreadable display CHEER UP!
Google MS409Fix for a page I have posted which gives instructions on how to restore the original factory software.
Now that I've hopefully saved the day for some people I'll get on with my review.
I have a 1998 Chevy Venture minivan that has been showing an SES light on and off for a while. It runs smooth and has plenty of acceleration so I haven't been too concerned. Now that the gas prices have gone back up I figure I'll check things and see if there are any fuel system issues involved with this SES thing. I shopped around Amazon looking at code readers and such. I didn't want anything too cheap but I didn't want to pay an arm and a leg either.
When I came across this MaxiScan MS409 I liked a few things right off, especially the back lit 8 line display. It does more than just read and delete codes. It does an initial diagnostic and shows the ststus of the major parts of your engine control systems, shows I/M readiness status of emission controls, displays not only the actual trouble codes, both generic and many manufacturer specific, but tells you what they mean and shows 'Freeze Frame' data giving you more info about what the problem is. Of course it's good to have a factory service manual available if you want to do the repairs yourself.
This unit is worth over $100 and for this price on Amazon you just can't beat it.
One other issue, I found that it's better to have the engine running when you first hook it up because it will give a link error if you just have the ignition turned on, at lease on my vehicle it did.
All in all I like this scan tool and I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to save the money that a repair shop will charge you just to read and clear the trouble codes in a vehicle's computer or if they want to do their own repairs.
I've downgraded my rating to 4 stars because the Autel Product Support Department takes forever to respond to emails and has not yet acted on my suggestion to remove the faulty firmware update from their web site.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Well worth it
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Well worth it.
Well made piece of equipment Shop ready Helped me solve my problems saving a few hundred in repairs. Would highly recommend it.
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great troubleshooter.
2004 GMC POS was running bad. Connected the computer, told me #1 misfiring. Replaced #1 coil, DONE!
Great product for the buck!
Glad to see the Steelers LOSE that day too!
Well made piece of equipment Shop ready Helped me solve my problems saving a few hundred in repairs. Would highly recommend it.
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great troubleshooter.
2004 GMC POS was running bad. Connected the computer, told me #1 misfiring. Replaced #1 coil, DONE!
Great product for the buck!
Glad to see the Steelers LOSE that day too!
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409
I received the MS409 OBDII scanner a few days ago, and finally used it today. It worked perfectly on my Honda CRV. It read the onboard codes as expected, and cleared the DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) and MIL(Malfunction Indicator Light=engine check light) exactly as I had hoped. Now I can go get the car tested. I am pleased.
To-do items: Although I would classify myself as technically competent, I read and re-read the manual. Installed the included software and reviewed it. Check with "auteltech.com" for any updates. Mine needed no updates. After connecting the tool to the vehicle, review the various screens multiple times to familiarize yourself with them. This effort is "TIME WELL SPENT".
Additionally, review the emissions section(s) of your vehicle owners manual. There should be detailed instructions on resetting DTC codes and resetting the vehicles readiness codes. This is touched on in the scanner manual, but not to the same degree as the vehicle manual.
This turned out to be a cost-effective purchase.
To-do items: Although I would classify myself as technically competent, I read and re-read the manual. Installed the included software and reviewed it. Check with "auteltech.com" for any updates. Mine needed no updates. After connecting the tool to the vehicle, review the various screens multiple times to familiarize yourself with them. This effort is "TIME WELL SPENT".
Additionally, review the emissions section(s) of your vehicle owners manual. There should be detailed instructions on resetting DTC codes and resetting the vehicles readiness codes. This is touched on in the scanner manual, but not to the same degree as the vehicle manual.
This turned out to be a cost-effective purchase.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great scanner!
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Great scanner!
Great product!! Now I'm not worried about my check engine light anymore, it tells me the code and it's very easy to use just plug it and scan. I like this product.
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Good product and great service.
Glad I read the reviews. This appears to be the one to buy. Instructions, onscreen codes, and price make this a worthwhile product. I used it right out of the box and fixed the problem, cleared the codes, and saved a bundle over going to a dealer.
Great product!! Now I'm not worried about my check engine light anymore, it tells me the code and it's very easy to use just plug it and scan. I like this product.
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Good product and great service.
Glad I read the reviews. This appears to be the one to buy. Instructions, onscreen codes, and price make this a worthwhile product. I used it right out of the box and fixed the problem, cleared the codes, and saved a bundle over going to a dealer.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 IT WORKS!
Autel MaxiScan MS409 IT WORKS!
IT DOES EVERTHING IT WAS DISCRIBED TO DO! IF YOU CAN USE YOUR TV REMOTE TO CHANGE INPUTS TO PLAY A DVD YOU CAN USE THIS TOOL. I HAVE A BASIC CODE READER FOR THE ORIGINAL OBDII, BUT WITH THAT IT GIVES
CODE NUMBERS THEN YOU NEED TO LOOK THEM UP IN A BOOK. WITH THIS IT TELLS ALL WITH THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. FOR THE PRICE THIS IS A WINNER! - BUT REMEMBER THIS TOOL ONLY READS ENGINE RELATED INFO. FOR
ABS BRAKES AND OTHER COMPUTER CONTROLLED DEVICES ON YOUR VEHICLE YOU'LL NEED A MORE ADVANCED SCANNER. I'VE USED IT ON A NUMBER OF GM CARS AND TRUCKS, A NISSAN, A TOYOTA, A DODGE AND A FORD AND
ALL PROBLEMS WERE SOLVED. A FRIEND WAS SO IMPRESSED BY WHAT IT COULD DO HE BOUGHT ONE TOO!
IT DOES EVERTHING IT WAS DISCRIBED TO DO! IF YOU CAN USE YOUR TV REMOTE TO CHANGE INPUTS TO PLAY A DVD YOU CAN USE THIS TOOL. I HAVE A BASIC CODE READER FOR THE ORIGINAL OBDII, BUT WITH THAT IT GIVES
CODE NUMBERS THEN YOU NEED TO LOOK THEM UP IN A BOOK. WITH THIS IT TELLS ALL WITH THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. FOR THE PRICE THIS IS A WINNER! - BUT REMEMBER THIS TOOL ONLY READS ENGINE RELATED INFO. FOR
ABS BRAKES AND OTHER COMPUTER CONTROLLED DEVICES ON YOUR VEHICLE YOU'LL NEED A MORE ADVANCED SCANNER. I'VE USED IT ON A NUMBER OF GM CARS AND TRUCKS, A NISSAN, A TOYOTA, A DODGE AND A FORD AND
ALL PROBLEMS WERE SOLVED. A FRIEND WAS SO IMPRESSED BY WHAT IT COULD DO HE BOUGHT ONE TOO!
Friday, March 30, 2012
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Just Work on some car
Autel MaxiScan MS409 Just Work on some car.
I got this three weeks ago, fast shipment .I try on 5 vehicles ,only 3 of them work other 2 with freeze screen .Did not tell me what is happening.
Update:I found an update for this scan tool,not on Maxiscan web side.Now it work on the vehicles don't scan before I give 5 stars for what this tool capable.Highly recommended.
I got this three weeks ago, fast shipment .I try on 5 vehicles ,only 3 of them work other 2 with freeze screen .Did not tell me what is happening.
Update:I found an update for this scan tool,not on Maxiscan web side.Now it work on the vehicles don't scan before I give 5 stars for what this tool capable.Highly recommended.
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