I absolutely love this scanner, saves me so my time, effort and money. All my cars are saved so it takes even less time to get going. Thank you again sir for your time!
@@HowtoAutomotive Not a problem. Can you suggest one that better assists with the Evap? I know of a few ways to open and close the vent valve but it'll be easier with a scanner. I haven't been able to achieve it with this scanner.
Owned one for years and it's always been reliable, I've only encountered one vehicle it did not work with (91 caprice) as it had a odd port which no cable slotted into. I've also used it a bit in the past helping folks with newer vehicles where they would take them down to auto zone/napa/orielys and have a issue asking them to scan it which returned nothing. It can read some dealership level codes but not all of them but that alone makes it very handy. On top of that it's been a blessing for every 95 GM that has come thru with one of the odd "OBD 1.5" computers (connector being OBD 1 with a different pin loadout and the computer being OBD 2) only a few models like this when OBD 2 was coming out and GM had there mix and match going on trying to guess what OBD 2 would be like (also know as ALDL). I've never been able to figure out how the graphs work tho (was hoping to finally figure it out from one of these videos). The updates for this device are rare they just don't get much support from Actron but the good news is Bosch also making one of these (but grey and blue color scheme) and update them frequently they are 100% identical and you can load their firmware updates to this Actron.
Just purchased one through the link! Can’t wait to run it through it’s paces this weekend! Never had one that had trans, abs, and airbag. Thanks so much Brian!
How to Automotive Thanks so much and recommending great tools! I really value your opinion on good tools! Cause right now I have Honda with a very annoying airbag light 😡
had mine about 10 years now love it, saved me at least 6 times now, if I cant fix it at least when I bring it to the shop they cant BS me. but I thought there was free updates for this but I cant find where or how
kevin mcshane Get a wall-charger for a Tom Tom One GPS to operate the code-tester in your house. Also, get a USB cable from EBAY to update it. Check code-connect to diagnose codes. Check record and graphing to check parts like speed sensors and oxygen sensors. Get 4 aaa batteries for under the rear cover.
I just got this scanner for my 1995 camaro and so far I’m really impressed with what this thing will do . 😃only one better would be a high end scanner from snap-on
The Actron CP9690 has 4 cables for OBDI, Ford, G.M , Chrysler, and 2 for Toyota. It has a cigarette lighter cable. Also a black carrying pouch and instructions. To replace the battery, use something sharp to pry the cover off. Remove the single screw. Warm up the engine if can before testing. After repairs, retest. Check code-connect feature for solutions to the problem. Fix codes for oxygen sensor before replacing the oxygen sensors. Check the radiator level 1st before testing. It can cause hard starting and codes. Check the coolent temperature sensor temperature on live test. A CTS that reads alot lower than outside temperature can cause rich mixtures and high idle. It can cause the electric fan NOT to come on when it should. The KOEO feature turns on the electric fan. It bypasses the CTS to test the electric fan. It sends voltage to the coolent fan relay and fans. This tester checks ABS codes. It will check systems pertaining to THAT vehicle. It may or may not check some things listed on the package depending on vehicle. Other scanners do that also. If the transmission isn't operated by the computer, it won't check transmission codes. This tester can turn check engine lights off. It can reset the oil schedule light.
Mine is going back on Monday, refuses to 'see' my computer. went to their on-line help page..to the setup page. By slide #2 my screen was missing the 'setup' option, but I had nonsense options like 'keyboard test'. WTF? When their own Help pages don't match what is in my hand...it doesn't bode well. My laptop 'sees' everything I plug in via the USB. Doesn't see this device. Unimpressed.
I have this same Actron OBD ll Scanner CP9690. I have had it a number of years probably for the last 5 years or so but haven’t used it much being I really never learned how to use it properly. The reason I am here at your video. I also own a OBD ll Actron CP9135 that I have had a very long time that saved me a number of times over many years but I really needed the upgrade. I am having a problem with a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis with a PO 320 Code over the last 2-1/2 to 3 years. When it first started I went online to see what I could find online. It pretty much pointed to the Crankshaft Position Sensor or the Camshaft Position Sensor so I purchased both of them. Replaced the Camshaft Position Sensor First but that wasn’t the problem. You see when I first experienced the PO 320 Code the Car died coming up to a Stop sign. And it was then hard to start and when it did to keep it running. Had to use 2 feet to operate the brake and gas pedal to get it home. Anyway getting back to where I was seeing the Cam Position Sensor wasn’t the problem I left it in the car and took the car to my Pole Barn where I own a Car Lift. Raised the car on the lift and moved the A/C Compressor out of the way and replaced the Crankshaft Position Sensor. Reconnected the A/C Compressor and belt and went and started the car. It ran perfect. I had already erased the PO 320 Code with my older Actron CP9135 Scanner. The car ran perfect for 13 months until the Code PO 320 code came on again with the same symptoms so I replaced the Crankshaft Position Sensor a Dorman brand part once again. This time the fix lasted 8 months before the PO 320 Code appeared once again. This time I started asking questions from guys I knew in the car repair business. The majority told me they don’t use any Sensors that are not Genuine Ford Motorcraft that the Dorman Sensor probably wasn’t made right so I went and purchased a Ford Motorcraft Sensor this time around and replaced the last Dorman Sensor. This was now my 3rd new Crankshaft Position Sensor I replaced in the car. The Motorcraft Sensor has only been in the car for 5 months and the PO Code 320 is back up again with hard starting and when running trying to keep it running. I have run out of ideas as to what to do next. I did a good visual of the wiring harness going to both sensors and looked at other wiring under the hood. Don’t see any breaks or mice damage that could very well happen. I am out of ideas. Surely I could replace the Crankshaft position Sensor for the 4th time. Thinking about testing out the previous sensors I have used in the car with a multi tester something I never done before being when replacing the Crankshaft Sensor it always took care of the problem. Any ideas anyone out there?
Does the CP9690 work on a 1994 Z28 Camaro LT1? You cannot read this car with a paper clip or a $32 GM scanner because I have tried. All the forums say you HAVE to have a real scanner and NO I do not own a laptop to hook a cable to.
This looks like one of the few scanners that will do Ford OBD1 with data that's available at a reasonable cost. We use actron at work to get quick codes on the used cars we sell.
Found one at a pawn shop for $125.00, put it on layaway, can't wait to get it out. I have a 1995 Camaro that has an obd2 connector but was told at advanced auto that I need an obd1 scanner, I hope this works on my car. Mechanics around here want $45.00 just to scan my car, rip off. Fingers crossed, thanks for the video man.
why is 45.00 to scan your car a ripoff. ? do you work for free. ? if you bought a tool, for your work, would you scan peoples cars for free.. thats the problem with this generation, you think everything should be given to you and your too lazy to try and figure it out yourself.
A wall-charger cord for a Tom Tom One GPS can be used to power the Actron CP9690 away from the vehicle. EBAY has it. A car charger for a Tom Tom GPS can also be used to review tests from a car.
Its a very and efficient tool for detection of troubles ETC, very recommended por models whith obd1 DLC, this scanner show live data, that help for solution problem whith fuel injection system.
Very informative! That one is better than a Snap-on scanner! I bought one for my OBDI car. It told me exactly what is wrong with my car that my Snap-on scanner didn't. How do you empty the storage? I can't remove the back cover to install batteries.
Rob's Wrenches It depends on your particular vehicle as to what it can test. It tests the systems on YOUR car. If your car doesn't have ABS, it won't check it.
hi thanks for your review, im looking this device because i have a lebaron 1991 (phantom in mexico), the obd1 its perfect to check the engine codes but the transmission (transaxle) its in a different connector ¿did you now if this device can read the codes form the transmission module? sorry for my english i hope you can help me.
This Actron is manufactured in 2015 while the Bosh comparison is manufactured in 2019. Better off going to any parts store and using theirs for free and snapping a pic of the screen with your smartphone or Buying the more expensive Bosh that has the updated software.
MrRangerZr1 not familiar with Foxwell. I know the Exxon will do Toyotas but other manufactures I'm not sure. You can log on to Actron.com and they will have a full list of everything that the scan tool can do.
My first scan tool was an Actron and I absolutely loved it. Im having a hard time choosing between the Actron CP9690 and the Bosch OBD1300. If you have experience with both please let me know which is better
Big question I didn't see answered or if I missed it im sorry..But what is the newest year car this will work on.....I got shafted as did many people buying Actron products and them stop updating them..Have the CP9580A which they could very easily put out software updates for it to cover newer cars, but if they did that they couldn't sell the newer models....
Hi Brian. Having a difficult time finding a scanner tool for my 94' Z28 Camaro. I just got it about 5 month's ago. Only 28,000 miles on it. Been garaged for 18 years and it's had some work done on it before I got it. New fuel pump, opti, water pump. Drives great. My check engine light came on & I disconnected the negative battery terminal. Summit had said I would need this scanner. I have read that being a 94' it is a obd 1.5. Would this be the one I need? Thanks! I appreciate any advise you could help me with. Mike
Sr LiLLo . Hi Thanks for the reply. Went to Summit to return a race car for my sons track & asked them what scanner I would need to get & eventually they had told me I needed the cp9690. Found it on ebay for about 40% cheaper New in the box. Hope it helps. Great video btw! Maybe my car having so many low miles it was just a reminder to have it serviced. It doesn't misfire. Looking forward to getting it! I hear alot of good news about it! Thanks again
How to Automotive A mechanic hooked it up to the same one I did years ago. My 95 Camaro is missing real bad, I have replaced the plugs, wires, ignition coils, and the camshaft sensor. A friend of mine is a mechanic and he is eventually going to replace the crankshaft 3x sensor because I couldn't find it. The other crankshaft sensor 24x is behind the lower pully in front of the engine, however he said it wouldn't start if it was that one. At first when I hooked it up it said to check my connections because it wasn't linking up with my vehicle, then after I tried it on my truck to see if it was the scanner it worked on my truck. Then hooked it up to my Camaro and it said no code found. It was late in the day, so I haven't messed with it yet because I'm a little under the weather and we are having a heat wave right now, 109° degrees yesterday so I'll see how I feel soon. Just find a 95 Camaro and hook yours up see what happens 😂😂😂just kidding, thanks for your reply ✌
Freddy Cansino hope you feel better soon. After you figure out how to pull the codes I would invest a little time in doing a compression test on the engine. Just to rule out any possible problems. I’d hate to see you put any more parts on the car that has an engine problem
PAN jilake If it's OBDII, yes! It has adapters for older Ford, G.M., Chrysler, and 2 older Toyota, and 1 OBD II. It'll check all available tests. It has a cigarette lighter cable. You can get a 12v cigarette lighter adapter to hook up to the battery which doesn't come with this tester. It has a built in troubleshooting feature. It gives a detailed explanation of code results.
texas tough I’m a start by saying I have not used it on OBD one vehicles. I have not seen one in five or six years in the shop. But the tool is capable of reading basic information is for sure such as RPMs it’ll give me some parameters on O2 sensor mass airflow and some more pods. All that’s going to be determined by what type of vehicle you’re hooked up to.
im looking for something that reads obd1 live data. like TPS position percentage, open and closed loop status, fuel trims, o2 sensor voltage.. is there a OBD 1 reader that does this? many problems on the obd1 vehicles dont throw trouble codes. so its a guess game and parts change crapshoot.
HELLO THERE BRIAN , I HAD TO STOP WATCHING THE VIDEO BECAUSE THERE WAS TO MUCH SUN GLARE ON THE SCREEN OF THE TOOL I AM VERY INTERESTED IN THIS TOOL AND YOUR PRESENTATION OF THE TOOL COULD YOU REDO THE VIDEO OF THIS TOOL AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME .
Vince Bauer, is correctly this model of scanner actron cp9690 is te same that Bosch obd 1300, and Otc 3211, all are made by Bosch. Only diferent price.
What torques me off is you have no idea what you're buying, what it does for each vehicle, it's a crap shoot. Per Actron manual...[Not every function will be on the menus for every vehicle. Some functions are vehicle specific, so they will not appear on every menu]. I know it will do cylinder miss count on some Fords per YT video. But searched high and low for GM miss counts to no avail. I have the dreaded P0300 and am looking for a scan tool that will read GM miss counts without pulling my kid out of college.
I absolutely love this scanner, saves me so my time, effort and money. All my cars are saved so it takes even less time to get going. Thank you again sir for your time!
I’m glad you like the scanner. Thank you for watching!
@@HowtoAutomotive Not a problem. Can you suggest one that better assists with the Evap? I know of a few ways to open and close the vent valve but it'll be easier with a scanner. I haven't been able to achieve it with this scanner.
thalegacy6 A power cord for a Tom Tom One GPS can be used as a wall-charger for the CP9690. EBAY has it. Get a USB cable to update the code tester.
Thanks for being upfront about the sponsorship via the manufacturer.
I'm really in need of a tool like that hesitated on purchasing it due to lack of knowledge. Thanks for the video.
Owned one for years and it's always been reliable, I've only encountered one vehicle it did not work with (91 caprice) as it had a odd port which no cable slotted into. I've also used it a bit in the past helping folks with newer vehicles where they would take them down to auto zone/napa/orielys and have a issue asking them to scan it which returned nothing. It can read some dealership level codes but not all of them but that alone makes it very handy. On top of that it's been a blessing for every 95 GM that has come thru with one of the odd "OBD 1.5" computers (connector being OBD 1 with a different pin loadout and the computer being OBD 2) only a few models like this when OBD 2 was coming out and GM had there mix and match going on trying to guess what OBD 2 would be like (also know as ALDL).
I've never been able to figure out how the graphs work tho (was hoping to finally figure it out from one of these videos). The updates for this device are rare they just don't get much support from Actron but the good news is Bosch also making one of these (but grey and blue color scheme) and update them frequently they are 100% identical and you can load their firmware updates to this Actron.
So how do you delete the garage from it.
Bought mine 5 years ago, put it in a drawer and never looked at it.
Im gonna start using it now.
Just purchased one through the link! Can’t wait to run it through it’s paces this weekend! Never had one that had trans, abs, and airbag. Thanks so much Brian!
Darwin W awesome! Let us know what you think.
How to Automotive Thanks so much and recommending great tools! I really value your opinion on good tools! Cause right now I have Honda with a very annoying airbag light 😡
Darwin W thank you!! Hopefully you can get that airbag straightened out
How to Automotive I think this tool will help with that airbag light a lot . I like Bosch tools they also power otc scanners also.
Darwinism W
had mine about 10 years now love it, saved me at least 6 times now, if I cant fix it at least when I bring it to the shop they cant BS me. but I thought there was free updates for this but I cant find where or how
kevin mcshane Get a wall-charger for a Tom Tom One GPS to operate the code-tester in your house. Also, get a USB cable from EBAY to update it. Check code-connect to diagnose codes. Check record and graphing to check parts like speed sensors and oxygen sensors. Get 4 aaa batteries for under the rear cover.
I just got this scanner for my 1995 camaro and so far I’m really impressed with what this thing will do . 😃only one better would be a high end scanner from snap-on
The Actron CP9690 has 4 cables for OBDI, Ford, G.M , Chrysler, and 2 for Toyota. It has a cigarette lighter cable. Also a black carrying pouch and instructions. To replace the battery, use something sharp to pry the cover off. Remove the single screw. Warm up the engine if can before testing. After repairs, retest. Check code-connect feature for solutions to the problem. Fix codes for oxygen sensor before replacing the oxygen sensors. Check the radiator level 1st before testing. It can cause hard starting and codes. Check the coolent temperature sensor temperature on live test. A CTS that reads alot lower than outside temperature can cause rich mixtures and high idle. It can cause the electric fan NOT to come on when it should. The KOEO feature turns on the electric fan. It bypasses the CTS to test the electric fan. It sends voltage to the coolent fan relay and fans. This tester checks ABS codes. It will check systems pertaining to THAT vehicle. It may or may not check some things listed on the package depending on vehicle. Other scanners do that also. If the transmission isn't operated by the computer, it won't check transmission codes. This tester can turn check engine lights off. It can reset the oil schedule light.
Mine is going back on Monday, refuses to 'see' my computer. went to their on-line help page..to the setup page. By slide #2 my screen was missing the 'setup' option, but I had nonsense options like 'keyboard test'. WTF? When their own Help pages don't match what is in my hand...it doesn't bode well. My laptop 'sees' everything I plug in via the USB. Doesn't see this device. Unimpressed.
I was hoping you would have shown the obd1 functions.
Was impressed with your Video. I have questions on updating Firm ware.. Can it be used on GM 2013 OB11 and newer vehicles? thank you for a reply!
I have this same Actron OBD ll Scanner CP9690. I have had it a number of years probably for the last 5 years or so but haven’t used it much being I really never learned how to use it properly. The reason I am here at your video. I also own a OBD ll Actron CP9135 that I have had a very long time that saved me a number of times over many years but I really needed the upgrade. I am having a problem with a 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis with a PO 320 Code over the last 2-1/2 to 3 years. When it first started I went online to see what I could find online. It pretty much pointed to the Crankshaft Position Sensor or the Camshaft Position Sensor so I purchased both of them. Replaced the Camshaft Position Sensor First but that wasn’t the problem. You see when I first experienced the PO 320 Code the Car died coming up to a Stop sign. And it was then hard to start and when it did to keep it running. Had to use 2 feet to operate the brake and gas pedal to get it home. Anyway getting back to where I was seeing the Cam Position Sensor wasn’t the problem I left it in the car and took the car to my Pole Barn where I own a Car Lift. Raised the car on the lift and moved the A/C Compressor out of the way and replaced the Crankshaft Position Sensor. Reconnected the A/C Compressor and belt and went and started the car. It ran perfect. I had already erased the PO 320 Code with my older Actron CP9135 Scanner. The car ran perfect for 13 months until the Code PO 320 code came on again with the same symptoms so I replaced the Crankshaft Position Sensor a Dorman brand part once again. This time the fix lasted 8 months before the PO 320 Code appeared once again. This time I started asking questions from guys I knew in the car repair business. The majority told me they don’t use any Sensors that are not Genuine Ford Motorcraft that the Dorman Sensor probably wasn’t made right so I went and purchased a Ford Motorcraft Sensor this time around and replaced the last Dorman Sensor. This was now my 3rd new Crankshaft Position Sensor I replaced in the car. The Motorcraft Sensor has only been in the car for 5 months and the PO Code 320 is back up again with hard starting and when running trying to keep it running. I have run out of ideas as to what to do next. I did a good visual of the wiring harness going to both sensors and looked at other wiring under the hood. Don’t see any breaks or mice damage that could very well happen. I am out of ideas. Surely I could replace the Crankshaft position Sensor for the 4th time. Thinking about testing out the previous sensors I have used in the car with a multi tester something I never done before being when replacing the Crankshaft Sensor it always took care of the problem. Any ideas anyone out there?
How to use this reader to do a BMS reset for a 2013 ford focus
Does the CP9690 work on a 1994 Z28 Camaro LT1? You cannot read this car with a paper clip or a $32 GM scanner because I have tried. All the forums say you HAVE to have a real scanner and NO I do not own a laptop to hook a cable to.
It worked on my nephew's 1994 Oldsmobile cutlass Ciera 3.1
This looks like one of the few scanners that will do Ford OBD1 with data that's available at a reasonable cost. We use actron at work to get quick codes on the used cars we sell.
Found one at a pawn shop for $125.00, put it on layaway, can't wait to get it out. I have a 1995 Camaro that has an obd2 connector but was told at advanced auto that I need an obd1 scanner, I hope this works on my car. Mechanics around here want $45.00 just to scan my car, rip off. Fingers crossed, thanks for the video man.
Freddy Cansino This tool should work just fine with a 95 Camaro. Good luck hope your get your ride ride in smooth.
How to Automotive awesome👏✊👍
why is 45.00 to scan your car a ripoff. ? do you work for free. ? if you bought a tool, for your work, would you scan peoples cars for free.. thats the problem with this generation, you think everything should be given to you and your too lazy to try and figure it out yourself.
@@randy1ization thank you for saying that
The special test feature tests emission systems. Drive the car for awhile to see what systems are bad
Old video but which read do you use and does it always say scan for 8 min?
wil it fit for a Jeep Cherokee XJ1993 ? OBD 1
Just in time i was thinking about buying one of these. Good timing
Robbie Santos it's a good investment. There's a link in the description.
How to Automotive I noticed but I gotta pay my snap on bill first lol you know how it goes.
Robbie Santos I hear you!
A wall-charger cord for a Tom Tom One GPS can be used to power the Actron CP9690 away from the vehicle. EBAY has it. A car charger for a Tom Tom GPS can also be used to review tests from a car.
Does this diagnose Misfires and codes ? and does this tell why the car is misfiring and tells you to fixed it ?
It reached codes and live data, which could help you diagnose a potential problem.
Its a very and efficient tool for detection of troubles ETC, very recommended por models whith obd1 DLC, this scanner show live data, that help for solution problem whith fuel injection system.
Very informative! That one is better than a Snap-on scanner! I bought one for my OBDI car. It told me exactly what is wrong with my car that my Snap-on scanner didn't. How do you empty the storage? I can't remove the back cover to install batteries.
Sounds like it can be very helpful!
Is this scanner can be used for diesel and gasoline engine
And how much the price
Can it be used to reset TMPS tire monitoring systems...
That Actron would be a nice upgrade from my Centech. It's a lot more capable than my rather basic scan tool.
Rob's Wrenches it adds a lot of value. This is a good investment.
Rob's Wrenches It depends on your particular vehicle as to what it can test. It tests the systems on YOUR car. If your car doesn't have ABS, it won't check it.
Is there an adaptor 95 and earlier?
hi thanks for your review, im looking this device because i have a lebaron 1991 (phantom in mexico), the obd1 its perfect to check the engine codes but the transmission (transaxle) its in a different connector ¿did you now if this device can read the codes form the transmission module? sorry for my english i hope you can help me.
This Actron is manufactured in 2015 while the Bosh comparison is manufactured in 2019. Better off going to any parts store and using theirs for free and snapping a pic of the screen with your smartphone or Buying the more expensive Bosh that has the updated software.
Like always so interesting video, Thank you
Actron or Foxwell? I do DIY work and sometimes I need to reset throttle bodies, ECU, etc.
MrRangerZr1 not familiar with Foxwell. I know the Exxon will do Toyotas but other manufactures I'm not sure. You can log on to Actron.com and they will have a full list of everything that the scan tool can do.
This actron it’s great ! But unfortunately the update can only go up to 2015
Great video actron makes amazing scanners
Hector Rocha they will be happy to hear that. I would agree also. Thank you for watching!
Hey i have a 95 impala with a check engine light and i bought a actron cp9690 and to scan the car and it isnt scanning the car. Please help.
My first scan tool was an Actron and I absolutely loved it. Im having a hard time choosing between the Actron CP9690 and the Bosch OBD1300. If you have experience with both please let me know which is better
Jacob they are the same tool.
Can this scanner read ABS bleeding?
How much price this one
hi.. is this available to scan any car ?? Nissan chevi.. and how oldest car ..thanks
Does it support volvo v70i tdi 1997 model?
Big question I didn't see answered or if I missed it im sorry..But what is the newest year car this will work on.....I got shafted as did many people buying Actron products and them stop updating them..Have the CP9580A which they could very easily put out software updates for it to cover newer cars, but if they did that they couldn't sell the newer models....
Pete391 this model is uploaded up to 2018. As far as I know it can be updated. But I have not tried it yet.
Hello. Could you reset the pcm with this tool. Thankx.
Azteca Hernandez Well read and clear codes but it does not program
What about Honda
Do you think this scanner would work on a 2007 Mercedes Benz ML Diesel?
Angry Cat Owner it'll do you some basic stuff for sure.
Hi Brian. Having a difficult time finding a scanner tool for my 94' Z28 Camaro. I just got it about 5 month's ago. Only 28,000 miles on it. Been garaged for 18 years and it's had some work done on it before I got it. New fuel pump, opti, water pump. Drives great. My check engine light came on & I disconnected the negative battery terminal. Summit had said I would need this scanner. I have read that being a 94' it is a obd 1.5. Would this be the one I need? Thanks! I appreciate any advise you could help me with. Mike
michael gordy I have the same year and that was a good question I hope some could amswer
Sr LiLLo . Hi Thanks for the reply. Went to Summit to return a race car for my sons track & asked them what scanner I would need to get & eventually they had told me I needed the cp9690. Found it on ebay for about 40% cheaper New in the box. Hope it helps. Great video btw! Maybe my car having so many low miles it was just a reminder to have it serviced. It doesn't misfire. Looking forward to getting it! I hear alot of good news about it! Thanks again
can this scanner re-program tpms sensors if you have two sets of wheels?
Tou Yang no it will not re-program anything. Just read and clear codes. It will give you live data.
does this tool detect ABS, SRS and transmission codes too?
Kashif Javed yes it will read and clear them.
So far it works on my 2003 Chevy Silverado, but have yet got it to work on my 95 Camaro, it says no code found yet the check engine light is on, hmm.
Freddy Cansino On some of the 95 vehicle they have two data link connectors 1 OBD1 and 1 OBD2. So look for a second connector.
How to Automotive A mechanic hooked it up to the same one I did years ago. My 95 Camaro is missing real bad, I have replaced the plugs, wires, ignition coils, and the camshaft sensor. A friend of mine is a mechanic and he is eventually going to replace the crankshaft 3x sensor because I couldn't find it. The other crankshaft sensor 24x is behind the lower pully in front of the engine, however he said it wouldn't start if it was that one. At first when I hooked it up it said to check my connections because it wasn't linking up with my vehicle, then after I tried it on my truck to see if it was the scanner it worked on my truck. Then hooked it up to my Camaro and it said no code found. It was late in the day, so I haven't messed with it yet because I'm a little under the weather and we are having a heat wave right now, 109° degrees yesterday so I'll see how I feel soon. Just find a 95 Camaro and hook yours up see what happens 😂😂😂just kidding, thanks for your reply ✌
Freddy Cansino hope you feel better soon. After you figure out how to pull the codes I would invest a little time in doing a compression test on the engine. Just to rule out any possible problems. I’d hate to see you put any more parts on the car that has an engine problem
Is it compatibles with toyota prius C? Can it reads ABS/EBD/TCS thingy?
PAN jilake If it's OBDII, yes! It has adapters for older Ford, G.M., Chrysler, and 2 older Toyota, and 1 OBD II. It'll check all available tests. It has a cigarette lighter cable. You can get a 12v cigarette lighter adapter to hook up to the battery which doesn't come with this tester. It has a built in troubleshooting feature. It gives a detailed explanation of code results.
Do you know if scanner works with Honda OBD1?
No. It has adaptors for OBDI Ford, G.M., Chrysler, and 2 Toyota. Snap on scanner may have a OBDI adaptor for Honda. Look on EBAY. Get the manuals.
Can you also erase the Check engine light ?
Kevin Meraz yes it will
Works on transmission?
David Hernandez you should be able to read codes in clear code with it not sure how much live data it will have
Is this good for Mercedes Benz?
Yes. It works on 2012 and under! It may work on above 2012.
what live data does it read for obd 1 .
texas tough I’m a start by saying I have not used it on OBD one vehicles. I have not seen one in five or six years in the shop. But the tool is capable of reading basic information is for sure such as RPMs it’ll give me some parameters on O2 sensor mass airflow and some more pods. All that’s going to be determined by what type of vehicle you’re hooked up to.
im looking for something that reads obd1 live data. like TPS position percentage, open and closed loop status, fuel trims, o2 sensor voltage.. is there a OBD 1 reader that does this? many problems on the obd1 vehicles dont throw trouble codes. so its a guess game and parts change crapshoot.
@@randy1ization This one does all of this and more on my 1994 Buick (OBD 1.5)...not certain about "true OBD1" models.
CAN THIS TOOL SAN HONDA LET ME KNOW THANK
pedro rodriguez yes I can scan Hondas and give live data. It does not have bilateral controls to turn on switch is like Evap valves or fuel pumps.
Can't c the screen
How much did you pay
I paid $170.00 but you might find one for $160.00.
HELLO THERE BRIAN , I HAD TO STOP WATCHING THE VIDEO BECAUSE THERE WAS TO MUCH SUN GLARE ON THE SCREEN OF THE TOOL I AM VERY INTERESTED IN THIS TOOL AND YOUR PRESENTATION OF THE TOOL COULD YOU REDO THE VIDEO OF THIS TOOL AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME .
It looks the same as the Bosch 1300. Even the screen does
It’s made by Bosch so it probably is exactly the same just rebranded.
@@HowtoAutomotive I am probably going to buy one. We use the bosch tool at my job (o'reilly)
It does not clear ABS and MIL lights and codes. It only claims too.
Is true I never find out how fucking piece of shit
Where do you live??? Just state
Wendell Greenidge San Diego California. How about you where are you from?
I’m in North Carolina, where you born and raised there?
Wendell Greenidge I was born in San Diego California but raised in Asheville North Carolina.
Are you serious??????? I go get my cars tuned in Asheville lol, the Mountain View’s are awesome
Wendell Greenidge I agree it is very beautiful in North Carolina. I need to go back soon haven't been there in a while.
Good video and good work, it was very interesting. Thank /////////////////////////
Valerian Pantsulia thank you!
That must be the same as bosh 1300 ????
Vince Bauer this scan tool is made by bosh so it's possible.
Vince Bauer, is correctly this model of scanner actron cp9690 is te same that Bosch obd 1300, and Otc 3211, all are made by Bosch. Only diferent price.
Inbox please
What torques me off is you have no idea what you're buying, what it does for each vehicle, it's a crap shoot. Per Actron manual...[Not every function will be on the menus for every vehicle. Some functions are vehicle specific, so they will not
appear on every menu]. I know it will do cylinder miss count on some Fords per YT video. But searched high and low for GM miss counts to no avail. I have the dreaded P0300 and am looking for a scan tool that will read GM miss counts without pulling my kid out of college.
turn off camera light!!!
Yes it can turn off the check engine light. But you want to fix the problem first.
What year car does it scan up to my car is a 2014 Dodge Charger let me know
joesph gallo it works on 96 through present day vehicles. 
joesph gallo Get a USB cable to update it. EBAY has it.