BlueDriver OBD2 Diagnostic Scan Tool Review (reads ABS, Airbag, Tranny Codes)
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- This is my independent review for the Lemur Monitors Blue Driver OBD2 Scanner. This is my go-to scanner. If you need to get yourself a scanner, I would seriously consider the BlueDriver because not only can you read and clear the typical check engine light codes, you can also read and clear airbag, transmission, ABS, and other module codes (for Ford, GM, and Chrysler vehicles and now it works on Toyota too!).
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-The app is easy to use and has a clean interface.
-Reads and clears the check engine, abs, airbag, transmission, and other module lights
-Works with Bluetooth Phones and Tablets, Android 4.0+ and iOS 7+
-View Freeze Frame Data
-View Mode 6 Data
-Run an emissions smog check
-Repair reports help you figure out the most common fix for your problem
-Live Data can be graphed
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8 years later it’s still helping people. I just bought mine and it worked perfectly.
Awesome!
Most other reviewers babble on about nothing instead of explaining what the unit has got.
Is it really worth the 100 bucks tho? My dad bought one for 10 bucks and im not sure if i should get the BlueDriver. I’m a student so all my money that i have goes into savings for a car, what should i do in your opinion?
@@wuliam9935 it can save you thousands of dollars in repair costs by taking it with you to check out a used car. I’d say it’s worth the investment.
@@chrisfixhi Chris , dose this thing calibrates Toyota Highlander 2015 seat?
Got this for my son and now we're both using it. This is the best automotive purchase I've made. It helps protect against ripoff mechanics, performs diagnostics that let me do my own repairs without having to go to a shop, clears codes and more. Love it!
I'm glad you're happy with your purchase!
@@chrisfix i ask you a questen 3 years ago and never got a aswner
@@b4322558 boo hoo. I’m sure he gets a million questions, he can’t answer them all
I bought one of these about 6 months ago, saved so so much....It’s a great tool, worth every penny....I take it and shove it into friends cars, trucks, it downloads the appropriate files, and it’s very accurate and informative. Huge database of just about every car...
This video is on their website. If they're not paying you then they owe you money.
I agree. Please like this comment so Chris will see it. :)
Ken MacMillan He most likely got it for free, it is a very useful product that he uses all the time to diagnose vehicle issues.
LRCM Gaming I think your right.
many firms send him freebies from tyre pressure monitors to obd readers etc.
Ken MacMillan And the problem is?
The product works and has good reviews. I don't see the issue...
Britney Miller it's a slippery slope. that's the issue with freebies. and why Amazon for example is starting to delete thousands of reviews from non-buyers
Bought the Bluedriver couple weeks ago and found it very easy to use, just like ChrisFix says. Diagnosed an O2 sensor over voltage on my Miata. I am used car shopping and plan to take it with me when I find a likely candidate to see what I can see.
Hello Chris would you be able to make a video with different obd2 scanners and their purposes, thanks
+1
Please Chris make that video
+ make it please
Make it plz. This video actually helped too
Thanks Chris 👌🏽
What I've found is that most of these obd dongles. Are useless to a professional tech. But basically most do the same job. Some have more features then others. And some do professional stuff. But require fees to keep using said features overtime or add these too different cars. Like autel and thinkdiag. Kinda disappointing honestly.
@@hairpunut Appreciate that info; if you don’t mind me asking did you decide on one specifically?
Best thing about Blue Driver (when you have an internet connection) will pull down the top 4 issues of a specific problem.
You then email the report to yourself or friend and look it over. The report gives you items you may not think would be the problem.
One item I can't seem to find on Blue Driver is nowhere does it show the battery voltage.
If your car doesn't read the voltage to transmit to the device it won't be available. The cheap tool store sells entry level multimeters for under $5. You'll be glad you have it for other things.
"Obviously I don't have a check engine light." Okay chris we get it you take care of your cars 😎
I just got mine two days ago. Found out you have one and feel like im doing something right. It's already saved me money on an abs light. Now to tackle the electrical issues.....
10:10 so NO ONE heard he said Stealership instead of Dealership? Lol that was funny
;)
yeah they wanted to charge me $275 just for reading the codes the other day because my obd2 wouldn’t read diesel trucks so I bought this one
Here, I ran that segment five times to make sure I heard what Chris said :D
haha i thought i was the only one who heard that
Funny but true!
I may honestly consider this. From this review and the other reviews on amazon, I'm thinking this would be a nice tool to have just in case. For less than the price of one weekly trip to the grocery store, this is a nice piece of mind that could save you a trip to the dealer or parts store. Then if you do need to go to the store or dealer, you will be better informed on what they will be telling you and that could save you a ton of money and time.
I know this Video is older but I forgot to say thanks for this recommendation. This scan tool especially now is the absolute best value OBDll Scanned Ive seen. I got mine for $85 On Amazon with a coupon and its been incredibly useful when I have to buy a car or at least see what codes are in my Car
I'm glad it works well for you!
Did you say "Stealership?" LOL man!!
A LeBlanc Yes, I have never been to a dealership where they were honest. They are always lying and trying to cheat you out of money!
Amen!
ChrisFix Used that term all the time (back in the day), regardless of the value, honesty. It became pricey regardless (when visiting OEM establishments) so the term stuck.
what do you think of it Chris fix?
ChrisFix , do u still recommend this over others in the market in 2017?
No need to manually input your vin, as it will detect it for you. Also this device will give you service bulletin notices as well. Talk about saving you money. Almost all dealers aren't going to tell you about service bulletins but so many exist. Blue driver is an awesome product.
Exactly!
About the VIN, it detected the Nissan, Toyota and GM but the 2002 Dodge it couldn't and I entered it myself. Not bad though
ChrisFix i have a 94 chevy Silverado and a 05 Prius hybrid can i use for both cars of them?
Yes
B.K. Huber Consulting perfect...thank you
You must be in my algorithm radar as I was just looking at this obd 2 on Amazon and my question was “what does the mode 6 do”. Sure enough I went to UA-cam to search and you were there :) thanks Chris you’re the best!
Perfect
LOVED IT!!! I just want to give you Chris a big "SHOUT OUT" & "THANK YOU"!!!! You take time out of your life to shoot these videos for all of "us"..... I know for myself personally you have saved my "wallet" a couple times now & although I couldn't pay you what you're worth, is there a way folks (like myself) could maybe donate towards your videos?? Again, Thank You So Much for doing this!!!!!
I said the same thing on a forum and he said to send a cheque, but didn't accept PayPal, the older generation I guess.
get in touch with the user personally and ask for contact details
Chris I’ve been watching your videos on and off for a few years and ultimately you’re doing solid work man props but is this machine worth it in 2021? I’m not sure if you’ve had any new machines since then but your advice would be amazing
Thank you. I’m a woman with a truck, my check engine light came on. Asked Ford to check code when I take my truck in for an oil change. Wanted me to leave my truck for the whole day so they could run the diagnostic. Said no and just bought the BlueDriver. Will run it myself.
They should have been able to scan that in a few minutes no problem, good for you getting it done yourself now!
Lmfao take my car to a stealership
i had to rewind it to make sure i heard him correctly hahaha
yea cause they steal your money
hahha
Im Wriz that's why I like to buy an old car from an old woman who's quitting driving.
then you can just Chris fix it yourself. lol
from where to buy this tool
Did my research on OBD2 scanners, and chose the blue driver and to hear that it’s your favorite just backs my decision even more. Mine comes in in 2 weeks, going to be using it at a Lexus dealership
How’s it working?
Just bought one of these and still waiting for it in the mail. Great info Chris. Gave me more insight on this tool, nice vid.
I bought one a few months ago, works great! The mention about stealerships, get this, there is a dealer in the city I live in telling customers their oil needs to be changed ever three months no mater how far they drive!
Actually, this is not a bad strategy or “rule of thumb” for the average driver. If you know you need to change your oil winter, spring, summer and fall, you are less likely to forget about changing your oil. I first heard this strategy back in the 1970’s from my auto tech instructor. It’s the strategy he used and I pretty much use it to this day. Of course, I do all my own oil changes and they run me under $20 a pop. And considering my wife and I each drive about 20 - 24k miles a year, it works out about right, mileage-wise. If you only drive 5000 miles a year, then yes, this is overkill.
I bought the BlueDriver using the amazon link to support your videos. Thanks for all your helpful videos!
You want to tell people that just because you have a scanner and retrieve a code, that doesn't automatically fix the car. The part associated with the code doesn't necessarily fix the car. It could be the wiring, a connection, or possibly a control module (computer). If you do not have a repair manual with a flow chart, you could spend a lot of money on a nonreturnable part, and it not be the problem. The manual gives you the color and location of wires and connectors to check, and also parameters for electrical parts that you may be able to test with a volt meter or diagnostic tool. The live data is a big plus, but if you don't know if the information is correct or not, that doesn't help. I'm just saying that it's not always that simple and people think their getting ripped off at the dealership, when the independent shops labor rates are not too far behind, and they might not have the training or technology to make those repairs. I sat threw a lot of class room time at the GM tech center to just try to learn the basics and then keep up with the ever changing technology. Let's not forget on vehicles made over the past 10 or 15 years, that now when you replace certain parts, they have to be programmed to the vehicle or the vehicle relearned. I have a Launch CRP129 for my own use. It is very impressive with the fact it pretty much covers every vehicle to the year 2015. It depends on what the manufacturer has enabled you to see, usually the newer, the more info. The engine, trans, ABS, SRS, are the general ones, but it doesn't program keys, or pcm's, or do a battery relearn when it's been replaced, or a timing relearn when you change the belt. That's why I have to buy a new one with those capabilities so I don't have to be at someone else's mercy either.
True, and totally agree. But if you are not savy enough to know that this only points you in the direction of whats acting up or not working. No matter if you get this or get the premier software you still gotta put in work
As a professional tech I'd have to agree with ya. Granted I have a CRP123 as a backup scanner somewhere in the back of my toolbox. But it's rather common for someone to throw $$$at their car in parts and then bring it to us for an hour of diagnosis and a quick fix. Some even think we have super computers that tells us what to fix. Ha!
That was an awesome review, Chris!
That device has a ton more features than FIXD! I have FIXD, but I'm not too happy with it. My mother-in-law had a check engine light on, I ran a scan and it found no issues. I had an intermittent oil light and FIXD found not issues even when the light was on.
I don't know if BlueDriver would've found those issues, but I do like the bigger feature set BlueDriver has to offer. One of the other things FIXD could not tell me is that I needed an $1500 front struts and control arm replacement. I really don't fault the device for that since I don't think my 2007 vehicle at the time had sensors to find issues like that, so I imagine both devices couldn't detect that. When my subscription is over with FIXD, I think I'll give BlueDriver a try.
The codes that can be read are limited by what the car can report.
Been holding off for years and finally got one and it worth every penny! Thank you Chris!!
If you cannot find your OBD2 port it may be under the hood on the firewall on some cars make and models some Kias for example has it under the hood
Trey'Quan Faulkner thank you for the tip!
Just purchased thanks Chris!! Your such a big help bro! Keep up the great work!
Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!
Me too :D
+Woo Hoo mine came in 2 days ago
Darwin W can i ask you a question? what if i buy a car off someone who took of a check engine light.. how can i know? will this thing help me? please reply
Ordered mine today at 40% off and with all that additional information I'm super excited to see all the codes my truck has been throwing!
How did you get it for 40% off?
@@HinduPasific it was during the Cyber Monday sale on Amazon.
That sucks it didn't have your codes. Hope you got that fixed ride away.
Just installed the latest Pro version on my Gen2 BRZ and it works fantastically. The product is now very mature and reliable with a customer support staff that helped me with a simple, but important bit of information about my specific model of car. I'm pumped about my next track day ... Cheers!!
This just came up on my feed again... Has it really been 7 years already?
Just ordered mine this morning. Thanks for the recommendation again!
Question... do you like how it works?
Thanks Chris! I've been searching online on what to buy, and this video really helped me. I guess I'm gonna get myself a blue driver now.... 😂
It’s 2021 and I am amazed I didn’t know about this sooner
Just got one and realized I have to learn hot to read the data.
Get it!
lol I love that... Stealerships
Thanks for the review! I actually read in a forum somewhere online that it had your approval. I did some research and the purchased. Ysed it on my 14 Ram, LOVE it!! Thanks Chris!:-)
Thanks past chrisfix, just ordered one. fingers crossed it does my traction control system. I’ve been chasing the issue for years now to no avail
Let me know if you figure it out!
@@chrisfix came this morning, it’s way more in depth than my previous Walmart one. And it shows my car having many more issues than I knew about lol. But thanks for such a good recommendation
Stealerships so old its got whiskers! Good one Chris, great video
Reax 22 b
Just bought one Chris thanks to your advice- now on to fixin’ me 2001 626. Wish me luck mate. 😅
10:11 Lol... "stealership"
10:13
I meant 10:12
Still funny tho
In MODE 6 you can check for Cylinder Misfires(which don't throw Codes). Particular on the Ford F-150 when going 40-50 mph low rpm and engine begins stuttering, A BAD Coil Pack. Mode 6 shows which Cylinder is mis-firing so you don't have to Pull each Coil Pack.
Mechanics are stealers these days. The things they do to your car is unbelievable. They lie and sometimes loosen a part on your car so you can come back for another problem.
I'd be pissed if they did that.
I was pissed when I found one sliced a tiny slit through my hydraulic steering-pump line.
It lasted a good 3 days before pressure finally tore threw it. They wanted me to go back there, they guessed wrong.
I took my 99 Mustang to Midas for a complete brake job a few years ago, after returning from Iraq. 4 years later I have uneven pad wear and grooved, damaged rotors. It turns out the guys at Midas did not service the guide pins (very easy process) that the calipers ride on, so the pins seized and prevented the calipers from free floating and thus destroying my brake pad and rotors from one side only. They also failed to instal the flat springs that go on the back of the front brake pads (they’re supposed to come with your new set of pads). *smh - Now I just do the brake job myself, save money and it gets done way better. I also take my time to clean everything well, lubricate, apply anti-seize and torque things properly.
Well mechanics know that your car is your freedom and independence. So they take advantage of that to better their business. Horrible but true! However, there are crooked people in every profession. To avoid the bad eggs, always look for reviews and do research before you choose a place. And get one of these little devices to help you out!
I badly experienced it at 2 PURRFECT AUTO SERVICE in Las Vegas. That's why they, gently, send you back to the waiting room, so, later, the manager calls you and gives you the bad news. THESE GUYS INVENT REPARATIONS OR REPLACEMENTS THAT YOUR CAR DOESN'T NEED.
Boy I hope this thing is helpful; just ordered off Amazon. Issues w/ my 2011 Silverado... again.
Hey #ChrisFix Thanx for the review... I've wanted an OBD Sensor for years but never bought one cause they were just to expensive and/or complex. LOL. Now I've found one that will soon by backyard skill doen here in Oz. Cheers
Great stuff! I just ordered
I looked for a review. I see Chris fix has one that's enough for me to buy one
I NEED TO PINPOINT "ABS AND STABILITRAK" LIGHT PROBLEM ON MY 2012 SRX CADILLAC. HOPE THIS LITTLE GUY HELPS ME OUT AND POINT ME TO THE RIGHT DIRECTION. AM CHANGING ALL MY WHEEL BEARINGS, INSTALLING NEW ROTORS, AND PADS ON MY VEHICLE.
Hey Chris, I know this video is over 5 years old now, but would you still recommend this device in 2020, or is there one newer that would be more recommendable? Thanks!
I would still get this!
ChrisFix Wow, I really appreciate you replying. I’m ordering it now!
Yes! Me too! Thanks too for ur reply!!!
Had this for a year didn’t know the live data feature did all this wow thanks Chris! I needed to look at the live data for my wheel speed sensor just to make sure it was faulty. I’m goin to replace anyways but I’d like to know what the car is reading just for my knowledge
One of the best features of this scanner!
Been 5 years, surely there must be a successor to this ?
It is a nice code reader for home mechanic.
we recommend a intermediate DIY tool Launch CRP129E
Features:
Oil/EPB/SAS/TPMS/Injector Reset
Full OBD2 Models Function
Major System Diagnosis
Date Srteam View&Record
Battery Voltage Test
Android System Based Unit
5inch Touch Screen&Wifi
Support OBD1&OBD2 Car models
Foreign engines have their own codes. Does it read Mercedes and others as well in great detail?
There simple codes lol what type of codes they show same as every other motor it's not a spaceship
@@johndaniel3474 I'm glad you said that because the fucking dealership tried to RIP me off again. The other one lied to me but I got the correct information through trusted sources. Only high end European cars can have special codes attached. I already got my answer
@@mojagarichomshindi5295 BMW don't even need a code read to read there codes for your information from obd2 begging to 2020 BMW' S
@@johndaniel3474 I'm guessing that's BMW have you tried it for all high end cars? And their individual models?
Or are you just trying to make me out to be some dumbass acting as if I know about something I dont know about? If I dont know I'll ask someone who does, and if I'm lied to I study. Because if it's not my profession I won't waist time studying if I can ask an honest person. Unfortunately there are too many asshats out here
Any long term update on this?
I remember seeing this when it was a new video.
Do you still use, like and recommend this device 8 years later?
I just ordered this to hopefully diagnose a check airbag system message on my 2013 Honda Civic lx that popped up after replacing my neutral safety switch.
Can I check fuel pressure in real time with this?
You can!
good vid, I am using Ancel AD410 scanner , good for the home gamer but not as full featured as Blue driver. but the AD410 is 1/3 the cost at about $38. and love the term "Stealerships"
If you go to the Bluedriver website and enter your car, it will tell you exactly what modules it will cover. It does do advanced modules (trans, abs,, etc.) on Lexus LS 400 for example.
lol stealership
+Slot1Gamer i thought i was just hearing things lol
+Owen Mokelky me to im like what? and i looped the word 7 times and im like ooooooohhhhhh scams+over priced pieces of cheap plastic+things you don't need= stealership :D
Yes, they are. LOL
Unfortunately, it is not reading anything off of any asian market released vehicles (Toyota Vios 2008 and Mitsubishi Montero 2009) but the live data monitor works well even for asian vehicles. Just a bummer that they mentioned unmatched coverage in their website saying "Please note, while Enhanced Diagnostics may not yet be offered on your vehicle, all other BlueDriver features, including trouble code lookup and Repair Reports work on ANY vehicle with an OBD2 port."
Great video as always ChrisFix!
just bougth this last week and am impressed, well worth the bit extra money over the cheaper ones. An oder benefit not mentioned, quite some of the cheaper ones habe built in rechargable batteries, I really don't need yet an other thing I have to remember to keep charged.
Great review!
Just got this from my wife - best Christmas ever 🥰
Great video. Simple and gets to the point.
Say good bye to those liar mechanics who steal our HARD earned money! Thanx Chris!!!
Oh Ya, this things rock!
Do you actually understand how to use it? There's a reason people are willing to pay $80 for diagnostics when anyone can go to harbor freight and pick up a $30 scanner or even this bluedriver for $100. Theres more to it than plugging this in..
I am automotive technician , you are right some mechanics are liars,but I also see allot of DIYERs make mistakes I end up fixing .
By replacing part according to the code works only in 80% ,well good luck with other 20%.Also some code reader don't support ABS/AWD, SRS and climate control.
@Sir Hiffwe in my shop if a customer comes in telling me what to do there is no warranty on the fix if his diag dont fix it he will end up paying me to diag and fix what is actually the problem to begin with
I don't want anyone else working on it because I wasted $3,400 on a 2003 GMC Yukon truck. I tryed to get the AC fix valve cover change tune-up and upper control arms fix front wheel alignment and a oil leak and people at the shop never fixed anything told lies I'm left upset and broke. So i rather watch your videos and do it myself for now on Chrisfix.
Any update for 2019? is it still the preferred scanner? thanks.
Albert Soriaga engineering explained made a video on the same tool i believe
Did u find any update?
@@juniorhernandez4570 guess not.
Just keep in mind that the cheap ones only pull Engine codes, they won't pull Transmission codes, Airbag Codes, Anti-Lock Brake codes, etc. Those codes are proprietary to each manufacturer, have to be purchased, and programmed into the App for each individual manufacturer. Torque and the $20 ODBII scanners won't read these codes. Neither will the scanners from Autozone/O'Reilly/Advanced Auto Parts if you bring it in to pull those codes; their scanners are only set up for Engine codes.
That said, if you only need the Engine Codes and don't care about the other stuff, then the $20 scanners and Torque is a good way to go - but if you need something to pull SRS codes (Airbag/Seat Restraints), then you'd be hard pressed to find a scanner that will display them for less than $100. That's the main thing that sets Bluedriver apart from the inexpensive ones.
I've got one of the cheap ones (think I paid $10 for it on Amazon) and Torque, and it suits my needs 99% of the time - but recently my SRS light came on, and my mechanic wants $50 just to pull the code (which he'll refund if I get the work done there, of course). So do I pay $50 to the mechanic to pull the code ones, or do I pay $100 on the off chance I need to pull another SRS code in the future? Decisions, decisions. :)
Great advice!! Thanks Chris I’ve been DIY with my Mustang and saving a lot of money! You’re very inspiring sir! GOD Bless
Did he say stealersship ?
I just got me one of these handy scanners, partly based on this video. I have a couple of Rangers the same generation as the Mazda in the video. I would recommend that one of the first things you do if you get one...UPDATE the firmware. I ran a test and live data before and after and notice functionality improvements right away. Running the FULL scan for all code went much faster after the update. I was able to watch live fuel trim data to verify the one back had a bad fuel injector. Now I'm anxious to get my VW Bug charged back up and compare this BlueDriver to the VagCom cable (cheap knock off, but works) and VCDS software. Anyware just wanted to get if a Thank You to Chris for this an all his other helpful videos.
I would definitely check for updates when you get a scanner! Thanks a lot!
I use just a generic bluetooth obd2 plug with torque pro on android
Mitch Martin Nice! How do you like it? I never used torque pro. Does it read abs, airbag, tranny, etc codes?
It's pretty nice. It's pretty much just a generic OBD2 scanner. No ABS, airbag or other vehicle computers are supported. I was cheap so I got it so that I could just throw the adapter into my glove box and have it there if really needed. You can read live sensor data though which was my primary reason for getting it.
Mitch Martin That sounds pretty good for something really cheap! Thanks for sharing!
Mitch Martin I also have the same setup, Bluetooth adapter ($20) from amazon and torque pro app($5). You can get more live data by getting torque scan plugin from playstore.
Noah Cisneros And similarly to Torque, Dashcommand allows to purchase additional sensors for various vehicles, to get even more data.
Thanks for the effort but please to cover the "Settings" menu.
Some of us have highly specific/niche needs from these adapters and their app and it's extremely important to see what's available in the settings.
It's the iOS version so I'm already expecting the "Settings" to be underwhelming :D
My 02 Sierra has hit 145k miles, and It needing some maintenance. Has had a CEL since the fuel pump failed a year ago. Fingers crossed this finds my problems! Its been getting worse and worse gas mileage so I'm certain its ignition system related.
Hey Chris!
LOVE THIS CHANNEL! It really is top drawer!
I'm thinking to get my hands on a TOPDON ArtLink500B, but wanted to know what you think of 2-in-1 OBD2 and Battery Testers? I've seen a bunch of reviews and lots of people (pros included) seem to say it's the perfect tool for a hobby mechanic (which is what I am). One thing I can't seem to figure out is if it will do DCA tests as well, to try and source a parasitic draw (your explanation for this in other videos is excellent!)
For a bit of BG, I live in Japan and my daily is a 2021 Toyota Raize (Hybrid 1.2L....I don't think this car is available in N.Amer market) and it doesn't really have any issues, but I like be on top of info, so the mechanics here don't overdo it when trying to upsell me on things I don't need. I am also looking at picking up a used Nissan NV200 1.6L (not 100% sure on what year I'll get, but likely 2010~2015), which I want to convert into a mini-camper and flip after a couple years. I'd like to be able to do my own engine maintenance and check the vehicle with OBD2, when I buy it. Lastly, I also have a 1995 Isuzu Rodeo in Costa Rica, where my family lives. I don't think it has an OBD port, but she's total Frankenstein of a car and has heaps of electrics issues -whenever I'm back, I spend half my time fixing it (while watching your videos to learn how) and the biggest problem at the moment is trying to source a parasitic draw and occasional short somewhere in the system....
Would love to hear your thoughts on these 2-in-1 machines? Maybe I should get the AL500B for my needs in Japan and then just pick up a regular old multimeter for the BEAST in CR?
Your video was very informational I'm a technician haven't been working for a while I was looking for something that could get me to the problem sooner and I think this is my solution I'm going to try it
I got some random one with an elm327 on it. The review seems good and i live outside the US. I just need to pay for the compatible app that can read my car
Stealership lol
I bought a OBD2 Scan Tool from eBay for like $5, Didn't work in my truck. Got a full refund.
2020 and the blue driver is still the best!!!
Chris you’ve sold tens of thousands of these for BlueDriver.
Can you do an updated in-depth video on the functionality of the device? Freeze mode. Mode6. Live data etc. What it means and how to use it?
Hello Chris, Thanks so much for telling the truth. Telling the truth now a day is an act of revolutionary. Question: I have a problem with my RPM: a) when I travel at 1,500 rpm the needle goes up and down irradically with the exception when the engine is cold such as the first 5 minutes drive in the morning. b) I tried to use high octaine gas 91 instead of my usual 87 but no avail. Kindly share your advice on how to mitigate this problem please. Blessing to you. AG
Thanks Chris, that's really helpful. I have recently bought and OBD11 and I am new to this. Its not BlueDrive but at least I have an idea how to begin. 🙂
Am using a basic Inova scanner currently. Works just fine but limited in what it will read and a little cumbersome to use (corded device) and the user software (if you decide to download the data) is not particularly helpful. Getting the data directly into an app is a big plus for me. Again, not knocking what I'm using now. For the price it's been great and saved me (and my friends) a bunch of money and it's always worked fine. This blue tooth device just seems a better way and I'm sure it will pay for itself in a hurry...
Dude i just stumbled on this video.
Glad i did. Thanks for the video &
the Amazon link. ✌
Hello chris, do you still recommend this scanner for 2021? because you made the video 5 years ago. Thank you!
Mine arrives tomorrow got it thru Amazon with extended warranty 👍👍
Awesome
Bought one a couple weeks ago. Truck was running rough out of the blue when I was leaving for work, checked to see if a new code (I have permanent cat codes lol). It was cylinder five. I was able to take a different vehicle to work instead of being stranded on my long drive! It's already paid for itself!
I really wish it gave you access to general settings like turning off reverse beeper...
Hey Chris how doses this compare with the foxwell nt 301 code scanner
This scanner was great back when it came out, but compared to what is out there today, why would anyone buy this, when there are better alternatives at a cheaper price. Three that come to mind are the Mucar BT200, the Hypertough HT200 and the Thinicar 1s.
I just purchased one of these I'm happy I got this brand
Great Review.... I would have liked to know if there was a subscription as some of the scanners do have.
Good info. I want to check my AC and EVAP.
Chris, how can you tell if a used stealership cleared a code that needs addressed? Your videos make feel empowered to buy a used car. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Parcel came today from Amazon!
Regarding buying a used car, it would be helpful for a scenario that a seller just cleared the check engine light an hour or two before you got there to look at the car. So in Mill statist, will also show you when the check engine light was last displayed even though it's off at this time? It'll give the date when it was on previously?
Ordered this today because I trust ChrisFix. Thank you!
You’re gonna love it!
ChrisFix Thank you sir. Keep making awesome videos. I'm gonna tackle another job on my 99 Wrangler tomorrow thanks to you
Can we use this for man truck ??