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RDT61 High End Diagnostic Scan Tool

This reader will display live data, Perform O2 Tests and much more! Multi-language support including English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French. Also displays complete code description — no need to look codes up in a code book!

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OVERVIEW

Even if you don't repair your vehicle yourself, knowing the Diagnostic Trouble Code number before taking the vehicle in for repair is good knowledge to have. Once the vehicle is repaired, the Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) can be erased and the Check Engine light turned off using this scan tool.

In areas that require a smog test, an illuminated Check Engine light fails the emission test, even if the repaired vehicle might otherwise pass inspection. This OBDII Scan Tool turns off the Check Engine light.

Another highly useful application for the scan tool is purchasing used vehicles. Used vehicles can have all sorts of expensive mechanical or electrical problems. Since our scanner is a portable device, the buyer can connect the scan tool to the vehicle and in a few seconds determine if the vehicle has detected a problem. Remember, not all Diagnostic Trouble Codes illuminate the Check Engine light and a scan tool is the only way to obtain the information.

This reader supports all four OBDII protocols:

  • SAE J1850 PWM
  • SAE J1850 VPW
  • ISO 9141-2
  • ISO 14230 (KWP2000)
  • CANBUS

WHAT IS CAN?

Controller Area Network (or CAN) is the newest automotive communication protocol. CAN Protocol is around 50 times the speed of the older protocols.

CAN was used in some cars starting in 2003, and is said to be the only protocol that will be used after 2007.

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Easy to-use, highly reliable and accurate tool..
  • Easy to-read LCD display, unit conveniently fits in the palm of your hand.
  • Works with all 1996 and newer cars & light trucks that are OBD2 compliant.
  • Reads SAE, generic (P0, P2, P3, U0) and manufacturer specific (P1, P3, and U1) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
  • Erases trouble codes and determines the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) status.
  • Displays I/M Readiness Status and state OBD check
  • Retrieves VIN (Vehicle Identification NO.)on 2002 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9
  • Supports VPW PWM ISO9141 protocols
  • Wider vehicle coverage with CAN Protocol
  • Identifies and Displays Pending Codes.
  • Detects OBD2 Freeze Frame Information
  • Code definitions displayed on unit screen.
  • Supports a language: English, Spanish, Dutch, German, French
  • Large, 128*64 easy-to-read back lit LCD display
  • Memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis.
  • Detachable and replaceable 16-pin OBD2 cable
  • Upgradeable via computer USB for new models vehicles, specifications and updated DTC.
  • Views live engine data
  • O2 sensor test and on-board component test

VEHICLE COVERAGE

Does My Car Have OBDII?

All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1996 were required to be OBDII equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year cars and light trucks are compliant, even if built in late 1995.

Two factors will show if your vehicle is definitely OBDII equipped:

  1. There will be an OBDII connector located under or around the dashboard, and
  2. There will be a note on a sticker or nameplate under the hood: "OBDII compliant".

Where is the connector located? The connector must be located within three feet of the driver and must not require any tools to be revealed. Look under the dash and behind ashtrays.
OBD sticker

The Three Flavors of OBDII

While the parameters, or readings, required by OBDII regulations are uniform, the auto manufacturers had some latitude in the communications protocol they used to transmit those readings to scanners. Naturally, each felt they had the one true way, so we have three different OBDII communications protocols in use.

What Communications Protocol does my vehicle use?

As a rule of thumb, GM cars and light trucks use SAE J1850 VPW (Variable Pulse Width Modulation). Chrysler products and all European and most Asian imports use ISO 9141 circuitry. Fords use SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) communication patterns.
There are some variations among captive imports such as the Cadillac Catera, a German Opel derivative, which uses the European ISO 9141 protocol.

On 1996 and later vehicles, you can tell which protocol is used by examining the OBDII connector:
J1850 VPW — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, and 16, but not 10.
ISO 9141–2 — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 4, 5, 7, 15, and 16.
J1850 PWM — The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, 10, and 16.

picture of plug

RDT61 CANBUS Tool
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COMPATIBILITY

Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Acura, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Daewoo, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infinity, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Peugeot, Pontiac, Porche, Renault, Saab, Saturn, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, and many others.

For a complete list of tested vehicles, click on the link below:
Note: If your vehicle is not on this list it does not mean that the scanner will not work for you. This is only a list of tested vehicles.

Vehicles Tested with OBDII Scanner

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SCANNER OPERATION


  • Turn the ignition off.
  • Locate the 16-pin Data Link Connector and plug the cable into the connector.
  • Wait for the LCD Display.
  • Turn the ignition on (needn't start the engine) and press enter.
  • The scanner will now search for the specific protocol for your vehicle.
  • Follow On-Screen Prompts and Menus!

SPECIFICATIONS/DIMENSIONS


  • Display: Backlit, 128 x 64 pixel display with contrast adjustment.
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122 F°).
  • Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158 F°).
  • Power: 8 to 16 Volts provided via vehicle battery.
  • Length: 209 mm (8.22"), Width: 107 mm (3.74"), Height: 37 mm (1.38")
  • NW: 0.73kg (1.611b), GW: 0.98kg(2.161b)
  • 16-pin OBDII Standard Socket.