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Equus 3030 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader for OBDII (Post-1996) Vehicles | 
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| Brand: Equus
Category: Automotive Parts And Accessories
List Price: $128.06
Buy New: $59.95
You Save: $68.11 (53%)
New (12) from $59.95
Rating:  60 reviews
Sales Rank: 66
Media: Misc.
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 10 x 6.5 x 2
MPN: 3030
Model: 3030
UPC: 042173030309
EAN: 0042173030309
ASIN: B000EVYGQY
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Reads Check Engine light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck, or SUV | | • | Unique patented all-in-one screen display and LED display for quick emissions check | | • | Easily retrieves OBD II DTCs from your vehicle's computer | | • | Automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle | | • | The perfect entry-level diagnostic tool |
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Product Description
This Equus compact hand-held OBD2 tool offers light do-it-yourselfers and consumers a quick and easy way to find out why the "CHECK ENGINE" light illuminated on 1996 and newer cars, light trucks, mini-vans and SUVs - foreign and domestic. This little tool packs a big punch with its patented single-screen display and system status LEDs for a quick check. Key Features and Functions: - Works on all 1996 and newer OBD2 Compliant Vehicles. - "Plug and Play" Interface. Connects to the vehicle and shows all necessary data in 15 seconds or less - no set up required. - Patented Single-Screen Display. Patented all-in-one display shows 19 vital pieces of information, including diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), pending codes, emissions monitor status and more (U.S. Patent #6,687,584). - C.A.N. (Controller Area Network) Coverage. C.A.N. will be mandatory on all vehicles in 2008. It is the fastest way yet for OBD2 vehicles to speak with their computerized systems. - Erases Codes. Lets the user turn off the "Check Engine" light, clear codes and reset monitors. - Booklet and CD. Includes manual with DTC definitions in English, French and Spanish. - Support. Includes free Understanding OBD2 video and support by all ASE Certified Technicians via toll-free phone line or Internet. - System Status LEDs. Color-coded LEDs show quick emissions readiness status. This is great to use before getting an annual emissions "smog" check, buying a used car
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Designed to empower vehicle owners when it comes to maintenance, the Equus 3030 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader offers the perfect entry-level tool for quickly revealing 
Read trouble codes in a snap. See product details. | the cause of "Check Engine" light warnings on any 1996 and newer car, light truck, or SUV--foreign and domestic. The tool features a unique, patented all-in-one screen display and an LED display for quick emissions status checks. Meanwhile, the 3030's automatic refresh updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle, offering an easy way to verify repair completion. The tool communicates with all OBD II protocols, including CAN (Controller Area Network). Compare all Equus scan tools.
Manufacturer Warranty
One-year limited warranty.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 45 more reviews...
 Very good OBDII CAN compliant scanner for the money October 14, 2006
CS (Central Ohio)
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
I did my research and I don't think you'll find a better featured OBDII compliant code scanner for the money. Comes with complete instructions and a bonus CD with more information. It plugged right in and ran its diagnostics without any problems. This unit will probably pay for itself after one or two uses to check stored codes if your vehicle's MIL comes on. Even if you don't do the repairs yourself, you'll be in more of a position to know and understand what needs to be done when you take it in for service. Certainly less chance of being misled as well. Highly recommended. Obviously, before you buy, make sure you are buying it for use on OBDII compliant vehicle(s)-generally 1996 and later. Otherwise it won't do you any good.
Paid for itself instantly! December 3, 2007
R. Al-Kazily
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
Recently the "Check Engine" light illuminated on the dashboard of my 2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, and I used this as an excuse to purchase a code reader. I chose the Equus 3030 based on price, richness of user interface, and sophistication of the company's website (Innova).
I was not looking for a high-end tool, with battery-backed up memory and an internal list of code descriptions. Ideally, I will seldom use this tool, and using the manual (or even better, the company's website) to look up codes works fine for me. So I have to write down the code on a piece of paper, and take that to my computer, rather than the unit remembering it for me. Plus, no batteries to go dead while the tool sits in my toolbox.
I did appreciate the extra indicators on the LCD display, and the Green/Yellow/Red LEDs for quickly checking the status of the system. Other inexpensive code readers have a single line of text displayed, with very little else, and you need to scroll around to get information. With the Equus 3030, icons are displayed to indicate which tests have run, or have not returned good status. Also, a count of codes, pending status, and the status of the check engine light are all displayed along with the code itself.
The CD included with the unit is designed for Windows users. However, it contains the manual in PDF form, plus an instructional video that played just fine on my Mac. I cannot comment on anything else on the CD, but it's certainly not required to use the tool. And as I mentioned, code lookup can easily be done on the Innova website, with the URL printed on the front of the tool. I have the hope that they will keep their database of trouble codes up-to-date, which is often better than software on a CD.
I was able to plug the tool in to my car's OBDII connector, turn on the ignition switch (without starting the engine), press the "link" button, and in seconds had a code displayed. I noted the code, and looked through the user manual. Unfortunately, they only list common codes in the user manual, and didn't have my code. So I typed it in to the search box on their web page and found that I had a fault in my #2 cylinder glowplug. It was a simple test to verify that (check the resistance of each plug), and indeed that was the fault. I have glow plugs on order, and will replace them myself on the weekend.
This device is cheaper than even having a mechanic look at my car these days. Even if I wasn't able to fix the problem myself, I feel more confident going to a mechanic if I have a good idea of what the problem is. The price I spent was well worth it to me, and now I have the tool in case similar issues come up in the future. With today's car electronics, there is no other reasonable way to diagnose trouble.
Code Reader August 23, 2006
David Dunatchik
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Delivery of the product was prompt. The reader worked perfectly and instructions were good. A good value.
Equus 3030 saved me $$$$$ August 6, 2007
B. Schnirel (West Palm Beach FL,)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
1 week after my cars warrenty expired the check engine light comes on and stays on. After researching several code readers I picked the Equus 3030 mostly for price, there seemed to be little difference in function with most of the readers available. The 3030 worked perfectly, it read the code (which was nothing major) and let me reset the light. Saving me hundreds by going to the dealer.
Equus 3030 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader for OBDII November 4, 2006
Mike Wedel (Louisburg, KS)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
The Equus 3030 Innova Diagnostic Code Reader for OBDII was a great buy and saved me a lot of money and time. I was able to replace the O2 sensor quick and easy. No guess work with this item.
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