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OBDLink MX Bluetooth OBD II Automotive Scan Tool for Android and Windows

Last Updated: February 8, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.4
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/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
609
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Review Analysis - 363 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Software Platform
 64
android, codes, obdlink, motoscan, alfaobd
+75%
-25%
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" ...  There is a Microsoft version but it is not nearly as user friendly as the play store version.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this to specifically use with the "scan my Tesla" app.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for changing modules on a 2016 ford explorer.  ...  "
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" ...  Just fine, connects with phone apps well too.  ...  "
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" ...  Great tool and easy to link to my android phone.  ...  "
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" ...  Someone's got a very you can download and install apps for Android, iOS or a Windows computer to use with the scan tool.  ...  "
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" ...  Just fine, connects with phone apps well too.  ...  "
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" ...  The free software is all you need.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 64
android, obdlink, ford, app, mx
+77%
-23%
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" ...  Easy to connect and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Finally, I was able to link BMWCodes with OBD link.  ...  "
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" ...  It connected right away, and the coding worked flawlessly.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought the wired version for a clamshell laptop years ago.  ...  "
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" ...  Pairing the scan tool with phone via Bluetooth was straight forward.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used my phone and laptop while driving to monitor my vehicle play and collect data.  ...  "
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" ...  Use this to hook up laptop to older F150 to troubleshoot issues.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for changing modules on a 2016 ford explorer. ... Connects Everytime perfectly, never had any issues with it, pretty expensive though honestly for what it is considering theres many other options available.  ...  "
Apps
 58
android, obdlink, alfaobd, forscan, mx
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Excellent for changing modules on a 2016 ford explorer.  ...  "
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" ...  This is an excellent unit, works as claimed, fairly easy to use but you need to read and understand the app for it to be helpful.  ...  "
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" ...  Using this with the Motoscan Professional Android app to dig into the brain of my bike.  ...  "
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" ...  Many 3rd party software requires this device to perform such operation (ECU programming).  ...  "
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" ...  Works well with most any software including Forscan.  ...  "
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" ...  I've had no issues pairing it with the app I use.  ...  "
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" ...  The app was easy to customize and works perfectly with my Android Samsung phone.  ...  "
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" ...  Someone's got a very you can download and install apps for Android, iOS or a Windows computer to use with the scan tool.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 45
easy, use, quick, app, understand
+96%
-4%
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" ...  quick n easy  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use  ...  "
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" ...  Simple to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use and set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Once the device is configured it is easy to swap it into other vehicles.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to connect and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Quick to learn  ...  "
Bluetooth
 23
obdlink, blue tooth, obdlink mx, ford, android
+83%
-17%
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" ...  Anything that has Bluetooth should be able to communicate.  ...  "
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" ...  No cord, that's awesome (bluetooth).  ...  "
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" ...  The Bluetooth link is easy to pair with, haven't really had to redo that more than a couple of times in 6 months or so.  ...  "
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" ...  Paired with my cell phone BT, and started using it right away.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought bluetooth dongle for laptop does what its ment to do  ...  "
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" ...  Bluetooth connectivity is a snap.  ...  "
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" ...  I had a Bluetooth ODBII adapter for years, worked on my Kia, my Honda, and partially on my Ford Van.  ...  "
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" ...  Bluetooth works flawless.  ...  "
Setup
 21
instructions, setup, easy to use, easy to install, works well
+86%
-14%
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" ...  Instructions were clear and thorough.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install.  ...  "
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" ...  Very useful tool for advance diagnostic and vehicle configuration  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to connect and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent product, clear instructions and the included software is very well done  ...  "
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" ...  was easy to setup for use with bimmercode.  ...  "
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" ...  The download was quick and easy.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use, I didn't need to read any instructions.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 21
times, error, codes, stopped working, worked great
+57%
-43%
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" ...  Within five minutes they were on and I was good to go! ... Worked great for me!  ...  "
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" ...  After using it a few times it worked pretty good no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  It worked well enough.  ...  "
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" ...  I have been using this tool for a couple years now.  ...  "
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" ...  working good so far .  ...  "
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" ...  Worked flawlessly on my BMW G05 using Bimmercode.  ...  "
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" ...  Very rare these days.  ...  "
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" ...  In the last two years it's gotten allot more programs on it since I bought my 2nd one.  ...  "
Marketplace
 18
works, described, product, shipping, amazon
+89%
-11%
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" ...  It works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Next day shipping was really nice.  ...  "
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" ...  I will be buying this $99 unit from Amazon. ... Optional) I rely on knowledgeable reviews before I buy a product.  ...  "
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" ...  Nothing to dislike, product works as described!  ...  "
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" ...  Performs as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you creators and engineers for your time and your inventions.  ...  "
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" ...  Work just as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as described  ...  "
Memory
 17
alfaobd, dodge, 1500, works great, truck
+100%
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" ...  Use it with a 2013 ram 1500 after downloading alfaobd and it works great can change the factory settings of the truck and able to run leds without codes. ... Highly recommend it if you have a ram.  ...  "
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" ...  A must for every 4th generation Ram owner!  ...  "
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" ...  My 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 is Canadian model and I bought HID's headlights to replace stock.  ...  "
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" ...  Used on 2015 Ram 1500 to install HIDs with no resistors.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great on my ram 1500!  ...  "
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" ...  Recommended reader for use with AlfaOBD connecting to Dodge/Ram vehicles.  ...  "
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" ...  Recommended reader for use with AlfaOBD connecting to Dodge/Ram vehicles.  ...  "
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" ...  This is absolutely the best tool I own for my Dodge Ram 4th gen!  ...  "
Price
 16
worth, waste, cost, waste your money, save
+81%
-19%
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" ...  Works better then I thought it would definitely worth the investment .   ...  "
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" ...  I know there are a lot of cheaper models that essentially do the same thing so may be -1 star for price.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth the cost.  ...  "
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" ...  A small inexpensive tool worth a million dollars!  ...  "
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" ...  Not a budget solution, but if money is not a issue - 2 thumbs up  ...  "
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" ...  Was worth paying the extra.  ...  "
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" ...  It is still a great product for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  This is money well spent.  ...  "
Scan Quality
 13
scan tool, scan, tools, obdii scanner, obd2
+100%
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" ...  i thought i was able to read ABS and other OEM sensons on this scan tool.  ...  "
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" ...  Scanner works great, so much better than my last one.  ...  "
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" ...  This scan tool allowed me to view all of the modules I needed to.  ...  "
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" ...  I have a corded handheld OBDII scanner I use for CEL’s etc.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a very great tool to use to scan codes on your car.  ...  "
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" ...  This OBDII scanner saved me over $500.00 and more to come.  ...  "
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" ...  The best scan tool I have.  ...  "
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" ...  The scanner is good , does its job provided that you have right software.  ...  "
Product As Described
 11
works, described, product, work
+100%
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" ...  The decice is functioning as advertised .   ...  "
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" ...  It works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Nothing to dislike, product works as described!  ...  "
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" ...  Worked as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Work just as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  The decice is functioning as advertised .  ...  "
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" ...  Performs as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised  ...  "
Overall performance
 10
torque, speed, read, fast, easy to use
+60%
-40%
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" ...  Fast and value-added  ...  "
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" ...  It did take some poking about but it got the job done.  ...  "
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" ...  This tool has worked flawlessly so far, I'm using this with AlfaOBD on my 2014 Ram R/T.  ...  "
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" ...  It does the job.  ...  "
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" ...  It does the job.  ...  "
Features
 9
lights, enable, light, forscan, ford
+100%
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" ...  Easy to use, has quite a few features.  ...  "
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" ...  Leds for taillights no warning lights and DRLs flashed optional.  ...  "
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" ...  Leds for taillights no warning lights and DRLs flashed optional.  ...  "
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" ...  Has a lot of features.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for diagnosing those pesky check engine light codes.  ...  "
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" ...  This is what you will need to change TPMS and fog light enable with high beams and day time running lights on off etc.  ...  "
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" ...  Works well, reads all modules on my late model Ford, and I was even able to enable some hidden features on the car with Forscan.  ...  "
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" ...  I've enabled the DRL's, set all my lights to LED and removed all the resistors I had for the reverse lights and third brake light.  ...  "
Fit
 7
dash, bmw, years, toyota, obd
+71%
-29%
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" ...  Bought this to be used with my Toyota Supra (BMW engine).  ...  "
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" ...  Once fully seated, the truck ran great.  ...  "
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" ...  Perfect fit for Alfaobd.  ...  "
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" ...  Used to fix cars for my side business, then became a digital dash recorder.  ...  "
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" ...  Plugs right into the OBD port on my '18 BMW motorcycle.  ...  "
Comfort
 7
pain, mx, obdlink, head
+43%
-57%
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" ...  In the other hand, I can't even pair my Obdlink mx to my head unit.  ...  "
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" ...  Incorrect readings, lack of information, and a pain  ...  "
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" ...  Incorrect readings, lack of information, and a pain  ...  "
Delivery
 6
time, received, shipping, delivery, day
+100%
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" ...  This one cost more, also delivered more.  ...  "
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" ...  Received item as described & in a timely manner.  ...  "
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" ...  Delivered on time, works as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Really quick delivery.  ...  "
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" ...  Delivered on time and works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Next day shipping was really nice.  ...  "
Ports
 6
plug and play, obd port, plugging, unplugging, stopped working
+67%
-33%
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" ...  Best adapter other there. ... This is the most advanced adapter you cab get.  ...  "
Battery Life
 6
run, used, trips, time, plugged
+50%
-50%
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" ...  just several minutes, the battery voltage has run to 8.3V from 12.2 V  ...  "
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" ...  just several minutes, the battery voltage has run to 8.3V from 12.2 V  ...  "
For Running
 3
+100%
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" ...  Was able to pull any information I wanted from my 02 7.3 powerstroke including running buzz tests,and other various test with this and the forscan app.  ...  "
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" ...  Once fully seated, the truck ran great.  ...  "
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" ...  It did what I needed it for and will save a lot of money in the long run.  ...  "
Controls
 3
sync, seconds, control, also
-100%
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" ...  The sync button was also loose and didn't feel 'solid.'  ...  "
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" ...  If they can't ship out 2 that work there is some major quality control.  ...  "
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" ...  I tried resetting it by holding in button for twenty seconds.  ...  "
Firmware
 3
update the firmware, ls, droid, app, updates
+67%
-33%
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" ...  Plugged it in, connected to the device according to instructions, and performed firmware updates through the native tool with no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  I did recently get prompted to update the firmware, which has gone fine in the past (I've had it for a bit over a year).  ...  "
Other
 3
maf, cable, transmission, sensors, found
+67%
-33%
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" ...  Easily connects to any vehicle with an OBD II sensor.  ...  "
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" ...  It is extremely helpful when looking at buying used cars since it can verify all your sensors are working properly.  ...  "
Video Playback
 3
watched, video
+100%
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" ...  I watched one video on YouTube and then went to work.  ...  "
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" ...  check you tube for video's  ...  "
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" ...  watched YouTube videos on how to's .  ...  "
Returns
 3
stars, returning, returned, ask, amazon
-100%
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" ...  Tried several times.  ...  "
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" ...  The product must be returned.  ...  "
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" ...  for which I apologize .  ...  "

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