Actron CP9175 reason price and very easy to use

This product is cheap and easy to use. the only thing I dont like is the book does not have the code description. You have to search on line. well now this day every body able to access online that must not be a problem.

Actron CP9175 Did what it was supposed to

Easily retrieved codes. Would have been nice if there was a way to look up the "meaning" of the code. All you get is a generic description of the code from the unit. The only problem is the connector gets stuck on my Nissan Maxima (there is a hole in the connector that latches onto the car connector) and it is very hard to disconnect.

Actron CP9175 code reader

This is a very uesful tool , easy to use and operate.
slim body easy to handle and control
long cable to use in and out of the vehicle
Got the cable to download updates but nothing on the web site yet
It could use a backlight hard to read sometimes
Overall a good tool to have in your tool box

Actron CP9175 Good Scanner

For years working on ones car was limited to having the right tools and a good knowledge of cars. However as the years have gone, unless one begins to work with the electrial systems, what you are able to do is very limited. But which scanner do I need? A mutlti $$$ snap-on or something down to earth. This one seemed like the best bet. And once I got it I found it to do everying I needed, scan, code read & reset check engine light, in simple english. Liked it so much that i've just brought this second one as a gift.

Actron CP9175 very good tool. A battery eater, though

Tool is extremely useful and handy to have. One caveat though.... a brand new 9v battery only lasts several hours on it, even with the unit turned off...

Actron CP9175 Good Generic Code Scanner

This is a great scanner for reading and deleting generic codes. The freeze frame data is also helpful for diagnosing issues. Be aware that this scanner will not read manufacturer specific codes. You may want to shop around for another scanner that includes the manufacturer specific codes. You can find some online that are similar in price that include this ability.

Actron CP9175 Good scanner; disturbing warning

This scanner has paid for itself already. I used it to correctly diagnose several problems -- even contradicting a dealer's diagnosis (they later admitted I was right) with a faulty O2 sensor.

True the codes are obscure--this isn't the scanner's fault, but rather the automotive manufacturers'. For whatever reason (i.e., greed), they choose to create proprietary codes that only their "high tech" scanners can turn into meaningful text. To combat this, the power of teh internets come to the rescue! I've plugged whatever code into my favorite search engine and come up with the answer every time.

For the one guy who said this scanner was junk because it didn't keep the check engine light off, my advice is to dispense with trying to "fix" your car by yourself and just take it to a mechanic. The SCANNER'S PURPOSE IS NOT TO TURN OFF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. The purpose _IS_ to help you figure out what is wrong with your car. If the problem isn't fixed, the light will keep coming back on again and again.

** THE DOWNSIDE: The cable had a warning label that concerned me and would make me think twice about purchasing this over a similar scanner. According to the label, the connecting cable has lead in the coating, and the user is warned to "Wash your hands after handling." Why there is lead in a cable is beyond me. I'm concerned that my kid might come in contact with the scanner and either rub his eye or touch his fingers to his mouth--VERY BAD! Of course, I keep all my dangerous tools locked up, but now this is one more thing.

Actron CP9175 Nice unit, but updates are vaporware

The scanner works great and the messages are understandable.

The "Internet update" does not exist - vaporware. How can they sell a cable without having the drivers available?? Dunno.

Actron CP9175 nice scanner

Does what it's supposed to do. Seems well made. Probably could get by with a less expensive model. I used it to diagnose an SES message on my 2003 GMC Sonoma 4.3. O2 sensor failure according to the code generated. Bought a new sensor at AutoZone and installed. Pretty much broke even cost-wise from what a shop would charge. Will come in handy next time the SES light comes on.

Actron CP9175 AutoScanner

Prior to 1998 you could use the MIL (Multifunction Indicator Light) codes on your dash. This tool accomplishes the same thing plus a lot more. In these days of computerized cars it's a necessity if you wish to fix your own vehicle. Don't expect this tool to tell you exactly what went bad and what part to replace. You need to have a working knowledge of automotive mechanics, and a service manual of the vehicle is a great help (almost a must). This tool will steer you in the right direction.
Example; My car's transmission quit dead in the road without any prior warning. Do I take it to a dealer and spend much $$$ $2400 or so for a rebuild? Not yet. My scanner said "Gears #1,2,3,4 had the wrong gear ratio." Huh wot?? Well, after examining my service manual,I determined that a sensor that measures input and output speeds must be bad. I bought the sensor for $16.50 and fixed it. By the way, I'm not an auto mechanic. I'm a diemaker.

Actron CP9175 Reviews

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Is your car's check engine light on? If it is, your car is trying to tell you something and the Actron CP9175 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner speaks its language. Use this scanner to unlock the information stored in your car's computer. Whenever your check engine light is on, the device can chrome://gcstoolbar/skin/feedbackimg2.gif chrome://gcstoolbar/skin/feedbackimg2.gif pinpoint the problem so you can fix it fast and be on your way.

The Actron CP9175 easily scans and retrieves DTCs. View details.

Read and erase trouble codes with "hot keys."

Turn off that distracting "check engine" light.

Valuable New Features
Based on the original and best selling CP9135, the next generation CP9175 has important additional features. In addition to allowing users to view data in English, Spanish, or French, the CP9175 is also Internet updateable. Plus, it displays freeze frame data, which provides a "snapshot" of the vehicle's operating conditions at the time of the fault.

The Data You Need
With more functions than other code readers available in the automotive aftermarket at comparable cost, the CP9175 easily retrieves diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and code definitions from your vehicle's computer, leading you to the problem area. The scanner is compatible with all OBD II (On-Board Diagnosis II) compliant vehicles manufactured in North America, Asia, and Europe from 1996 to the present.

The CP9175 is fully updateable, so it is designed to accommodate future vehicles as well. The device features a large, easy-to-read liquid crystal display that shows the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions. And although you still have to fix the problem, the scanner will deactivate the "check engine" light on your dash so you'll no longer be distracted while you drive.

The CP9175 is simple and easy to use. The attached OBD II 16-pin connector cable provides both data and power connections, while the eight-foot cable and rugged housing are both oil- and grease-resistant for added durability. The scanner is easy to connect to your vehicle, and a user friendly menu provides a variety of information in a snap. And thanks to a built-in rechargeable battery you can review the data you've gathered from the vehicle anywhere you please.

Use the Monitor Status and I/M readiness (Inspection/Maintenance) function to determine if your vehicle is ready for an emissions test. I/M Readiness is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance with a state emissions program, so you'll have a good idea if your vehicle will pass the standards.

Another important thing to remember is that all emission testing facilities will fail a vehicle that has the "check engine" light illuminated at the time of the test--even if it is only lit to remind you of a past-due oil change or 60,000-mile tune-up. With this scanner, you can shut off the check engine light and pass the emissions test on your terms.

The menu also alerts you of any pending DTCs and reads the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) status. By reading the MIL status the scanner gives insight into what might cause your "check engine" light to turn on in the near future. In this way, the scanner also provides some preventive measures to help you keep a close eye on your vehicle's systems. These functions, combined with simple "hot keys" that are used to read and erase DTCs, make the CP9175 scanner a perfect solution for identifying problems with your vehicle and keeping you safe on the road.

The scanner comes with CD software that contains more than 3,000 diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and their descriptions.

What's in the Box
Actron CP9175 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner, CD software, and 8-foot cable.

Manufacturer Warranty
One-year limited warranty.

HARDWARE FEATURES	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
Detachable cable
Back lit display
USB cable included for online update
Soft carrying case
Blow molded storage case
SOFTWARE FEATURES	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
Updateable online
On-screen code definitions
Battery low indicator
Review data off vehicle
Code lookup on tool
Record and playback live sensor data
Print data
Display graphing data
Urgency Indicators
OBD II ENHANCED	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
1996 and newer GM, Ford and Chrysler enhanced DTCs
OBD II GENERIC	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
Read codes, pending codes and erase codes
MIL status (malfunction indicator lamp)
I/M readiness monitor status (emissions)
View freeze frame data (engine parameters at time of default
State OBD check
Displays vehicle information (VIN # and calibration ID)
View live engine data parameters (PIDS)
O2 monitor test
OBD II drive cycle mode
Manufacturer specific diagnostic trouble codes
PROTOCOLS	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
CAN (all 2008 vehicles are required to use this protocol)
Keyword 2000, ISO-9142-2, J-1850 (VPW & PWM)
OBD I CABLES	CP9125	CP9410	CP9175	CP9180	CP9185	CP9190
OBD I cables for ‘84-’95 GM, Ford & ‘89-’95 Chrysler vehicles

indicates a feature available with purchase of optional cable(s).