Reading odb I codes with no scanner
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Reading odb I codes with no scanner
I have heard this is possible and when you do it right the ses light is supposed to flash according to what codes are stored but apparently I'm doing something wrong because it's not working. Are there any tricks that I am missing to do this...that is if it does infact work.
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1993-Back can flash codes. 94 forward need a scanner. 94 is the first year for OBD protocol. OBD is a government standard. Pre 94 was GM's own protocol.
Last edited by Gorn; 11-17-2013 at 05:21 PM.
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If you have a pc that can be placed near the car, you can use my free scan app with an OBD1-capable cable. I can also tell you how to make a cable for under $20, so total cost is less than $20 to scan everything including the ABS and SIR.
Scan9495: Free OBD1 scan app for 94/95 LT1 - CamaroZ28.Com Message Board
Oops, maybe your car has the V6. There is a V6 version available also on the same site. Not as many features however.
Scan9495: Free OBD1 scan app for 94/95 LT1 - CamaroZ28.Com Message Board
Oops, maybe your car has the V6. There is a V6 version available also on the same site. Not as many features however.
Last edited by GaryDoug; 01-05-2018 at 09:23 PM.
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96 was the first year for OBD2 in F-cars. Unfortunately 94 and 95 OBD1 F-cars could not use the paper clip code method.
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Thank gary, I did not know that. Its good to learn stuff!