OBDII code reader / scanner

[sambo]

We got the dreaded MIL light on our Discovery 3 a few days ago, which usually means EGR valves need replacing at a cost of around $1500. The valve assemblies are $400 each and it's a fiddly job.

I checked with my cheap OBDII code reader and sure enough it shows the generic fault code for the EGR. Further research on Land Rover forums and it appears I need to use a "proper" scanner to read the manufacturer's code as it provides more information. Eg, the manufacturer-specific codes can reveal anything from a bad MAF, fuel filter or even clogged cats - all part of the EGR metering system. It can also be one EGR and not the other, so before the local LR workshop bends me over I want to be well informed - plus it's an excuse to buy another gadget.

So can anyone recommend a decent, reasonably priced scanner for Aussie vehicles? The Autel MD802 looks good but at around $400 from the local agent and it's good for the Cobra, being compatible with local Ford/Holden models. I like the idea of being able to capture live data to SD card, nice for track days.

Or if someone in Melb has access to a decent scanner and you're available tomorrow, please let me know.

[Rebel1]

Maybe not strictly what you are after but some of the blokes over on LS1.com use a scangauge:
ScanGaugeII | ScanGauge.com.au

enables you to read and clear trouble codes....amonst other things.

[sambo]

Thanks Les, I found their US site the other day - good to know I can order from Sydney. Trying to get one tomorrow as the car is booked in for repairs on Tues.

[Rebel1]

I know I'm going to get flamed for this but I've only recently got one.

I've made a new dash which extends down to the tunnel as I wanted to fit a radio/media player.

I ended up with a small area of dash that needed filling and the only thing I could find that was functional and the right size was the scangauge.

The benefit of reading and clearing codes is a bonus. The trip/fuel function doesn't concern me. Maybe the performance monitor will.

Hope it works as the site implies.

[Gav]

Hp tuners?