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Autel AL319 OBD2 CAN Code Reader Reading and Erasing Codes Check Emission Monitor Status Scan Tool
Last Updated: March 22, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.8
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Detailed Mode
Ease of Use
178easy, simple, simple to use, codes, user
+97%
-3%
" ... Easy to hook up. ... Easy to clear fault / check engine light ... Easy to use to read fault codes. ... "
" ... The instruction manual was easy to understand. ... "
" ... Easy to use and works very well. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Very easy to use downside is it has tobe updated quite a bit ... "
" ... It’s extremely easy to check emission status. ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... Easy and fast to use. ... "
Price
108money, tool, saved, worth the price, well worth
+92%
-8%
" ... Good value for the price. ... "
" ... Well worth the price I paid for sure. ... "
" ... Very nice for the price, just what I was looking for. ... "
" ... Definitely worth the money if you need similar assistance. ... "
" ... I saw all the positive reviews and thought it might be a good product for it the price. ... "
" ... The price was great for this product. ... "
" ... Great tool for the money! ... "
" ... This saved me so much money. ... "
Scan Quality
66code, codes, scan tool, scan, obd2
+83%
-17%
" ... Honestly, I was not expecting a great product for the price, but I was amazed about this little OBDII scanner. ... "
" ... great little scanner worked great on my brothers 1997 chevy lumina!! ... "
" ... First scanner ive bought and used it today very easy to use and help clear the one code that was reading. ... "
" ... This scanner was reading it and showed that it erased the CEL although the CEL stayed on. ... Other than that isolated incident, this ODB II scanner works great and is part of my travelling devices that come in handy for any emergency involving MIL and CEL. ... "
" ... This OBD2 Scanner really works. ... "
" ... My Dad loves the scanner and it works while driving on the road. ... "
" ... Ordered this scanner, arrived 2 days later. ... Tightened the cap, cleared the code with the scanner. ... "
" ... No need to look at the scanner while driving. ... "
Software Platform
60code, codes, software, error codes, updates
+45%
-55%
" ... keep getting an error message that i cant find any info anywhere. ... "
" ... But in order to transfer the updates to the scanner, you must install and use a Windows based software. ... "
" ... Recent codes, stored codes, pending codes . ... "
" ... It does not have an update ... I have corresponded and communicate online with the company to request a new update but without any benefit or benefit ... "
" ... The device has been used for 3 cars and has not been supported ever (error linking) , I have tried several times to no avail This device has disappointed me and my car was not supported nissan maxima 2010 I will document that it does not work in YouTube. ... "
" ... Bought this to reset the "service due" message for an Audi A4 2013. ... There was absolutely NO ability to see or change any non-diagnostic code data. ... "
" ... It has a lot of other features but I really just use it to read error codes. ... "
" ... It's not stupid simple, the GUI is not great. ... "
Marketplace
41works as advertised, works, seller, worked as advertised, advertised
+95%
-5%
" ... and as described. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... i contacted the seller and they were very responsive and helpful! ... "
" ... Shipped really, really quickly. ... "
" ... Used it only once so far, and it worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Thanks Autel and thanks Leoglobal for getting this to me the next day. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
Product Reliability
33error, worked great, engine, codes, code
+73%
-27%
" ... Great time no issues. ... "
" ... It help me get my 2002 Silverado up and running in 2 days. ... "
" ... I always got one code confirmation and one repair done or recommended and within a few days to two weeks I would get another code set and the light would come on again. ... "
" ... I've only had it for a month and it's already paid for itself. ... "
" ... easy to use, hopefully it lasts long since last one I have the same brand, only last for 7 months. ... "
" ... it worked as it should. ... "
" ... 2 months working great ... "
" ... Worked as promised. ... "
Features
30features, light, engine light, codes, easy to use
+93%
-7%
" ... Cleared the Engine light. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use and has some good features. ... "
" ... It is easy to use and has more features than expected. ... "
" ... Now I don't have to worry about what that check engine light means. ... "
" ... Pulled code on motor home check Engine light. ... "
" ... Excellent way to pull the codes if your check engine light is on. ... "
" ... Works great awesome features item was as expected features on this model are indicative of more expensive models ... "
" ... Bought this because my check engine light kept coming on. ... "
Display Clarity
29display, color, easy to use, easy to read, codes
+76%
-24%
" ... -from main screen: ... "
" ... The reader has a nice well lit "multi-colour" screen and navigating through the various menus is quite easy. ... "
" ... Nice color screen. ... "
" ... Displays Pending Codes. ... "
" ... im a smog tech love the color digital screen gives codes on im monitors ready status ... "
" ... I had an issue going through the screens and figuring out how to use it ... "
" ... The read out screen was clear and easy to read. ... "
" ... Screen turned on and everything was readable. ... Just a bunch of scribbles across the screen (picture shown of said scribbles). ... "
Device Compatibility
29codes, update, audi, windows 10, usb
+52%
-48%
" ... Connects very quickly to your car. ... "
" ... Works well on every car I've plugged it into. ... "
" ... Would be nice to talk to a person on tracking info, computer automated systems are ridiculous ... "
" ... Worked right away to identify my codes, clear the, and monitor the readiness tests. ... "
" ... Worked perfectly on Audi A4 (2009), shows a lot of info. ... "
" ... Instantly detected car's protocol and told me everything I need to know. ... "
" ... The IM part is nice but that’s more for a customer to know if the monitors are set. ... "
" ... I hooked it up, turned the key and BAM ! ... "
Product As Described
27works as advertised, works, worked as advertised, advertised, product
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... The product works as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Great, as described. ... "
" ... Works great as advertised ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Overall performance
23done, fast, works, works great, gets the job
+100%
" ... Works and fast. ... "
" ... Simple, basic and does the job ... "
" ... Basic info, but gets the job done. ... "
" ... Very fast shipper. ... "
" ... Did the job I needed it to. ... "
" ... Does the job nicely! ... "
" ... Super fast for a handheld. ... "
" ... Nothing fancy but get the job done. ... "
Setup
20easy, online, easy to use, directions, code
+80%
-20%
" ... Instructions are clear and the works great! ... "
" ... Great product, intuitive setup, and easy to get codes. ... "
" ... You will need to lookup that code either online or install the software that comes on the CD with the device. ... "
" ... Was easy to use and clear the code without even reading the directions (user friendly) and mostly self explanatory. ... "
" ... Installed new fuel cap and cleared.the fault using the Autel 319. ... "
" ... I'm glad I went with this since the directions were very easy to follow and the code was spot on. ... "
" ... This product is simple to use and the instructions are good. ... "
" ... Great detailed instructions. ... "
Delivery
18fast delivery, shipped, quick, prompt, promised
+100%
" ... Received the product on time and as I expected. ... "
" ... I can easily store it at the glove box for unexpected using. ... "
" ... It arrived on time and worked as promised. ... "
" ... Quick to arrive. ... "
" ... Shipped really, really quickly. ... "
" ... As described and quick delivery. ... "
" ... Fast delivery and packaged well. ... "
" ... Got my package today ... "
Size
13portable, handy, compact, vehicle, tool
+100%
" ... It is small and better for small hands. ... "
" ... Its light and portable, and shouldn't take up too much space. ... "
" ... Simple to use, perfect to keep in your vehicle when traveling . ... "
" ... Works great, carry it my glove compartment just in case. ... "
" ... comes in handy ... "
" ... This mini-sized Autel Al319 is very portable ... "
" ... This is a handy little tool. ... "
" ... Small, compact and good features . ... "
Cables
12short, cord, longer, length, supposed
+42%
-58%
" ... I reduced by one star because a couple of times, it gave me a message about needing update (it does NOT come with the cable to connect to your computer to download update) but I was able to unplug it and plug it in again and then get a good reading. ... "
" ... The cord is way too short besides that . ... "
" ... Biggest flaw in my opinion is the really short cord ... "
" ... I took it apart and found that one of the wires was kinked in the case when it was put together . ... "
" ... The one little con - very short connection cable, not easy to perform 'on the road' tests. ... "
" ... Only issue is cord is short. ... "
" ... The ribbon cable is poorly mounted to the LCD. ... "
Build Quality
12durable, feels, connector, cheap, well
+75%
-25%
" ... WORKS WELL WITH TOUGH CASE. ... "
" ... Great case would buy it again looks amazing great color and design seems well made better than i expected ... "
" ... Seems rugged, durable. ... "
" ... The construction feels kinda cheap so I wouldn't imagine it lasting very long if your the type not to take care of your stuff ... "
" ... One strings covers the base of a tree well. ... "
" ... Works as described, it is durable and able to be dropped on the floor. ... "
" ... Gas cap must have been loose. ... Very solidly made. ... "
" ... It made of pretty well made plastic and even after owning it for months, it retains the condition it had when I bought it. ... "
Other
11o2, replaced, reader, oxygen sensor, o2 sensors
+73%
-27%
" ... o2s11(v) : Cat 1, O2 sensor on the Cat intake ... o2s12(v) : Cat 1, O2 sensor on outlet from the Cat ... The output on this device is accurate as a percentage, so if a manufacturer’s O2 sensor has an operating voltage of 0v - 2v, and the device shows 0.500, it’s indicating 1v, i.e. ... "
" ... Great for diagnosis of O2 sensors and repairs. ... "
" ... !easy to use.now I just need o2 sensors. ... "
" ... great for troubleshooting sensors, and fault codes. ... "
" ... The more expensive models do offer extra features and there are some things that this cant check such as some real time sensor data and such, but for most folks, this is a superb find and is easily worth much more than the asking price. ... "
" ... That Mercedes benz was charging me to replace a sensor which this unit identified and I was able to purchase the sensor fo $24.00!!! ... "
" ... New 02 sensor 16 bucks fixed done no light. ... "
" ... It let me know I needed a MAF sensor and indeed . ... "
For Travel
10mechanic, saved, trips, shop, parts
+100%
" ... Simple to use, perfect to keep in your vehicle when traveling . ... "
" ... It saved me a trip to a mechanic, Thank You and it works great. ... "
" ... Easy to use saved a expensive trip to repair shop ... "
" ... All of us have been driving down the road and had our check engine light comes on. ... This handy little tool will tell us what is going on before we make a trip to the mechanic. ... "
" ... Gas cap cost $20 because wanted OEM one but definitely saved me a trip to the mechanic. ... "
" ... I am not a mechanic so cannot say how good it is on codes but has saved me trips to smog when the car was not ready . ... "
" ... I did trip a check engine light on some mods I did once. ... "
" ... Skipping the trip to an auto parts store and checking the codes in my driveway has been the best part. ... "
Ports
10usb cable, via, usb, port, plug
+40%
-60%
" ... These type of scanners are not comparable if you have a mini data link connector on your car ... "
" ... When connected with a USB cable, the device just keep powering on and off every 15 seconds. ... "
" ... Does not come on in any car now - and also does come on when the USB is connected, but cannot read the OBD . ... "
" ... When I plugged into my computer as constructed, the URL website link came up with a warning not to use. ... "
" ... I bought this product recently, and a few metal parts from the its port came off and are stuck inside the port connector, which is part of my car. ... This means that I will no longer be able to connect another port of the same type in my car, and will have to go to an auto-repair shop in order to get this fixed, or buy the tools to fix this myself. ... "
Apps
9app, update, learn, bin file, youtube
+67%
-33%
" ... No app or smartphone required ... "
" ... Took a good amount of time to learn which files to use for updates, and took several tries for success. ... "
" ... The software will also allow you to keep the device up to date. ... "
" ... great tool for armature applications and quick code responses. ... "
" ... Simple to use, works without an app. ... "
Controls
8press, readiness, emissions, chime, return
+88%
-13%
" ... I was able to clear the code, Repair the problem myself, and with the I/M readiness button, I was able to tell when it was ready for The I/M test. ... "
" ... You can also use the I/M button for an instant emissions test. ... "
" ... The buttons are pretty straight forward and you can perform checks within the scanner to verify operation of the buttons and LED's. ... "
" ... Clears engine codes and reads readiness monitors with just one push of button. ... "
" ... Press the engine sign button and let the tool read the on board computer log. ... "
" ... It even has a one touch button labeled "I/M" that you can press to tell at a glance if your car will pass emissions. ... "
User Manual
7user manual, understand, reading, helpful, obd
+71%
-29%
" ... Wonderful product with great manual. ... "
" ... The instruction manual was easy to understand. ... "
" ... Was easier to use than reading the manual. ... "
" ... One thing that surprised me the most was how detailed the user manual is. ... Most products today do not include a well written manual and if they do its a downloadable one. ... "
" ... The user manual is extremely informative as well. ... "
Accuracy
7works, easy to use, code
+100%
" ... Easy to use, provides accurate information about the diagnosis code. ... "
" ... It's accurate and inexpensive. ... "
" ... It works, it's accurate, it's a good buy. ... "
" ... The key thing is though is that it works and is accurate. ... "
Color
7screen, well, nice color screen, made, looks
+86%
-14%
" ... Also, having the color coding allows for a quick determination of issues. ... "
" ... Color screen really helps. ... "
" ... The screen is very clear and color. ... "
" ... Nice color screen. ... "
" ... Great case would buy it again looks amazing great color and design seems well made better than i expected ... "
Returns
6sent, back, returned, button
+17%
-83%
" ... Sent two back cause of that. ... "
" ... Needs to be returned. ... "
" ... I waited too long before using it so I was unable to return it. ... "
" ... Sent it back ... "
" ... Unfortunately I didn't return it right away and when I went to use it again a couple months later I had to tap it even harder. ... By then, the Amazon return button was no longer available and seller was unhelpful. ... "
Comfort
6take, really, feels, cheap, would
+83%
-17%
" ... Wonderful price that saves your neck when that check engine pops up. ... "
" ... It's worked on every car I've tried and is a great tool to just have on hand. ... "
" ... It is small and better for small hands. ... "
" ... Nice and simple way of making sure you don’t get ripped off. ... "
" ... The construction feels kinda cheap so I wouldn't imagine it lasting very long if your the type not to take care of your stuff ... "
For Running
5car, runs, run, horribly
+100%
" ... Replaced it and the truck runs great. ... "
" ... Fix and running great ... "
" ... After changing them, I was able to clear the code and the car was running again no problem. ... "
" ... The car smoothed out and ran fine. ... "
" ... it took longer to buy the part then it did to put it on, my car runs like new . ... "
Capacity
5time, friends, cars
+100%
" ... great for any car owner who wants to know whats up with their car ... "
" ... My family loves it as well,now they call me first instead of a thief "mechanic ". ... "
" ... Works great, on all our vehicles. ... "
" ... this time, this product can read my car ... "
" ... use this all the time with all my friends cars! ... "
Drivers
5website, updates, software, driver, usb
+40%
-60%
" ... They don't have a driver for Windows 8, so the software they provide does not recognize that the AL319 is connected to the computer. ... "
Screen Protection
5would, cover, center, blank, scribbles
+20%
-80%
" ... Thought maybe if I powered it off it would reset itself, but nope same blank screen with scribbles. ... "
" ... Could not read complete screen. ... Plastic screen cover was off center and not installed correctly. ... Had to lift off the screen cover, center it, and snap it into place. ... "
" ... I get a blank screen. ... "
" ... After a few uses my screen would dim about 25% or go out completely. ... "
Fit
5nissan, truck, honda, 2013, tried
+80%
-20%
" ... Nice to have in the truck just in case. ... "
" ... It's worked on every car I've tried and is a great tool to just have on hand. ... "
" ... Works great on Nissan, Chrysler and Honda vehicles ... "
" ... Works on my 2013 Audi S6, pretty straightforward use. ... "
Design
5looks, design, well, really, made
+60%
-40%
" ... The item looks good I have notvyadcthe chance to use it though . ... "
" ... makes you look knowledgable. ... "
" ... Great case would buy it again looks amazing great color and design seems well made better than i expected ... "
Memory
4drive, cars
+75%
-25%
" ... This was a great investment for those who drive older cars with no payments and work on your own cars, this will come in handy when the engine light comes on. ... "
" ... I connected this device to a 2007 Acura MDX, 2000 Jetta TDI and a 2015 Ram 2500, there were no issues. ... "
" ... Then see each individual faults and do as needed to correct the wrongs, then you are given the choice to clear the memory. ... "
Firmware
4update, website, version, v1, date
-100%
" ... Its diagnostics is limited and its last firmware update was in 2013. ... "
" ... Firmware update took two hours due to failures to load correctly. ... "
" ... not apple friendly so can't update firmware . ... "
" ... I can't even connect it to my computer to get further updates or restore a previous version of the firmware. ... "
Bluetooth
4scanner, obd2, easier, device, obd
+100%
" ... Much easier than trying to fiddle around with a Bluetooth or Wifi OBD2 scanner. ... "
" ... this was cheaper and easier than fussing with Bluetooth or WiFi devices and app downloads. ... "
" ... I previously used a bluetooth device, this unit is great for reading odes, the way the wire leave the plug makes it unsuitable in my opinion for use while driving. ... "
" ... I was contemplating getting bluetooth or wifi connected OBD scanner. ... "
Charging
4trip, service, sensor, screen, parts
+75%
-25%
" ... That Mercedes benz was charging me to replace a sensor which this unit identified and I was able to purchase the sensor fo $24.00!!! ... "
" ... This tool is powered by the OBD2 port which means no dead battery. ... "
" ... Not to mention making a trip to a mechanic and they can charge you for the same thing and / or also charge you for unnecessary parts. ... "
Fingerprint
3obd2, engine, code, automotive, tool
+100%
" ... Plugged in the OBDII scanner into the vehicle, pulled the code "P0455 Evap System Large Leak Detected". ... "
" ... The OBD2 scanner automotive engine tool also provides users with a one click I/M readiness key which gives a quick readable scan. ... "
" ... Autel AutoLink AL319 OBD2 Scanner Automotive Engine Fault Code Reader CAN Scan Tool ... "
Cable Length
3cord, cable, longer, length, could
-100%
" ... The cord is way too short besides that . ... "
" ... Biggest flaw in my opinion is the really short cord ... "
" ... Only issue is cord is short. ... "
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