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Autel MaxiScan MS409 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner |  | Brand: Autel
Category: Automotive Parts and Accessories
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 125
Color: Red housing with blue rubber boot
Media: Automotive
Batteries Included: Yes
Size: Medium
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.1
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 7.4 x 2.8
MPN: MS409
Model: MS409
EAN: 6937357200095
ASIN: B001LHW9YG
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), features built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and software is upgradeable via Internet | | • | Features large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen, a multilingual menu and DTC definitions and memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis | | • | Views freeze frame data, displays monitor and I/M readiness status, turns off Check Engine Light (MIL); clears codes and resets monitors | | • | Supports the CAN (Controller Area Network) protols and all other current OBD-II protocols | | • | Works with all OBD-II/EOBD compliant U.S., European and Asian vehicles (OBD-II is standard on all cars sold in U.S. post-1996) |
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Product Description
The user-friendly bilingual MaxiScan Scanner is able to troubleshoot all 1996 and newer OBD2 compliant vehicles. It features multilingual menu and displays DTC definitions on unit screen. This tool retrieves vehicle information, identifies pending codes, views freeze frame data and easily determines the cause of the Check Engine Light. It comes with built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and is software upgradeable via internet.
Amazon.com Product Description
Autel's MaxiScan MS409 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner is designed to provide easy, quick and dependable access to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions for their OBD-II/EOBD compliant vehicles at the first instance of a check engine light/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). OBD-II is the second generation of an onboard automotive diagnostic standard that has been a mandatory requirement for all vehicles sold in the US since 1996, both domestic and imports. EOBD is its European counterpart, required in Europe on gasoline models since 2000 and diesel models since 2003. This means that the vast majority of cars on the road today can take advantage of the portable, yet powerful features of the MaxiScan MS409, regardless of make and model. Just a few of these features include: support of all current OBD-II computer communication protocols, including CAN (Control Area Network), convenient access to freeze frame data (sensor readings generated and stored on vehicle computers during MIL instances), access to generic and manufacturer specific codes, multilingual menu and DTC definitions (English, Spanish, French, German), memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis, built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library, and Internet upgradable software. Add to these the MS409's rugged exterior and large backlit screen and you have a tool worthy of a spot in the garage of any modern car enthusiast. Complete Features: - Works with all 1996 and later OBD-II compliant US, European and Asian vehicles
- Easily determines the cause of the "Check Engine Light ( MIL)"
- Retrieves generic (P0, P2, P3, and U0) and manufacturer specific (P1, P3, and U1) codes
- Turns off Check Engine Light (MIL), clears codes and resets monitors
- Displays DTC definitions on unit screen
- Views freeze frame data
- Displays monitor and I/M readiness status (emissions)
- Identifies pending codes
- Memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis
- Multilingual menu and DTC definitions (English, Spanish, French, German)
- Retrieves vehicle information (VIN, CIN and CVN)
- Supports CAN (Controller Area Network) and all other current OBD-II protocols
- Built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library
- Large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen
- Software upgradeable via Internet
- Utilizes standard 16-pin OBD-II connector meaning no additional connectors or cables are necessary
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Dependable July 31, 2010
Dependable
The best tool I ever bought online. This is very simple to use and works every time, although I only used it twice. Given the fact that this cost less than a visit to the mechanic, i would recommend it to Saturday mechanics. Did i mention amazon had the best price for this type of tool.
good product and easy to use~ July 6, 2010
John Du
when my CEL lighted, I felt a little worried, but I did not like to go to any dealer without information about my own car, so I ordered this Scaner online, it arrived soon, and worked very well, with a P0171 code, I knew where the problem was. thanks, it worths to have one scaner like this.
very helpful July 1, 2010
moballa
very good buy for the price i got. My car throws check engine light often and its good to have this product to erase that annoying light. top of the line for the price i got it for. cheers
Get the code then you use that info to compare several shop's prices June 21, 2010
D. Johnson
I shopped around because I used to work in an automotive shop with these scanners. This was the best overall deal I found.
This scanner is fantastic. Its very inexpensive for what it can save you. Nicely built, nice packaging, very sturdy, even explains the codes as soon as they appear. It even upgrades itself to the latest info over your PC's USB connector! Best of all, it clears those nuisance codes that dealers make bucks off every time you need your state inspection sticker etc.
I bought this scanner after having to go to the BMW dealer three times at $42 a pop. Twice I had already accurately figured out what was likely the cause. I now frequently have friends coming over to get the code 'Check Engine' light turned off before they go in for the state safety inspection. You just get the code info before so you know what you will need done, then you use that info to compare prices at several shops before you go to the dealer and 'assume the position.' Often my friends decide to do the job themselves or even go to an independent to get it done cheaper.
Information is power. I suggest you get your own powerful information before you need it
Excellent Scanner May 26, 2010
Lee (Durham, NC)
The first thing one notices as they open the box is how sturdy feeling this scanner is. The buttons have a firm and positive feedback that is noticable even when wearing neoprene gloves. The connector cable for the OBD-II is sufficiently long to be usable in just about any situation. The battery backup is a nice feature where you can carry the scanner to your computer and reference the codes without having to remember them or write them down (nice when your car is pounding out codes like crazy!). I also like the code clearing feature - this works better than unplugging the battery b/c doing so still leaves a previously stored code in the OBD-II that may be picked up at inspection, despite turning off the 'check engine' light.
I would have liked to see a feature that could keep old codes stored in addition to new ones so you can compare conditions. It would also be nice if it had realtime monitoring, but obviously that feature would be significantly more costly.
This is a must-buy if you have a car with more than 100k miles. It lets you see what codes are showing "not ready" status which is very important come inspection time. If your state allows a car to pass with a given # of "not ready" indicators, you can wait until your car is within the state's parameters, get it inspected, then not worry about the 'check engine' light thwarting your need for transportation (although it is always best practice to repair whatever is being reported by the scanner ASAP).
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