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Old Apr 7, 2024 | 10:07 AM
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Hi. Can someone recommend a good reasonably priced OBD scanner for my 2020 Discovery?
I'm not looking for dealer-level capability, but one that can provide useful diagnostics, reset codes and turn on/off certain functions (e.g. reverse dip mirror without memory seats). Thanks!
 
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Old Apr 8, 2024 | 11:23 AM
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GapIID seems to be most popular for JLR
 
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Old Apr 8, 2024 | 05:45 PM
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I have no idea if this scanner will let you code mirrors or seats but it did have a huge list of diagnostic monitoring.
I used it to monitor transmission fluid temperature to check for proper fluid level during my transmission service.
It is much better than my more expensive Foxwell paperweight.
Worth a try for such a low price:

V-gate OBD2 in the port, $20 at Amazon, and Car Scanner App on my phone to connect to the V-gate via Bluetooth
 
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Old Apr 9, 2024 | 10:47 AM
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I have a Launch CRP909E. About $330. Super-useful, it even performs the service resets. It may be a bit much for you. My mechanic son said "the launch pad is the best bang for the buck".
 
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Old Apr 9, 2024 | 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by sowrco
I have a Launch CRP909E. About $330. Super-useful, it even performs the service resets. It may be a bit much for you. My mechanic son said "the launch pad is the best bang for the buck".
Thanks. That's actually the one I was leaning toward. $330 seems reasonable.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2024 | 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Elzot
Thanks. That's actually the one I was leaning toward. $330 seems reasonable.
GapIID tool is the best. You can activate and reset certain parameters that generic OBD2 readers can't touch. Gen 4 was recently released, and supports the 2020+ DoIP interface.

Pricey, but highly recommended.

https://www.gap-diagnostic.com/products/iidtool/
 

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Old Apr 10, 2024 | 05:08 AM
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I too have the launch CRP 909. Does pretty good. You can use it on multiple vehicles.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2024 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by gmfain
I too have the launch CRP 909. Does pretty good. You can use it on multiple vehicles.
This is a very good feature!
 
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Old Nov 7, 2024 | 08:35 AM
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@gmfain @sowrco I just picked up the Launch CRP909E and am able to connect to my wife's 2010 Volvo V70, but am having issues connecting to my 2017 D5 TD6 HSE. Have either of you had that issue? If so, any solutions? It is giving me "Before the diagnosis starts, please confirm that the device has been connected to the obd interface.". Thanks in advance!
 
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Old Nov 7, 2024 | 08:42 AM
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Yes this has happened to me.

Do a hard reset on the scanner. Then let it update again. should work after that.

 
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