OBD2 scanner?

[caduceus]

Can anyone recommend me an OBD2 scanner to use on my lady's poorly 2005 Ford Focus? Preferably one that isn't hugely expensive as I'm probably only going to use it once... DTC codes, etc.

Thanks
Cad

[Haltamer]

Clearing codes to sell on?

The cheap & cheerful Ebay £1.99 bluetooth ELM 327 Scanners should do the trick for a simple scan / clear etc.

If you're looking to get real-time statistics and would like a higher read rate, opt for a premium £3.99 ELM Bluetooth scanner.

[caduceus]

Very funny... No, she's not looking to sell it on. I just want to fix it for her. The amber engine light is on and it is a bit hesitant. Just need to find out what code it is so I can narrow down the issue and fix.
Thanks foe eBay rec. Will take a look.

[Saleen836]

If only going to be used once then pop a post up in your regional section asking if anyone local can read the codes for you, offer a £5 for the trouble, job jobbed

[caduceus]

If they're cheap, I'd rather buy one and have it handy for whenever her car throws another fit. But thanks for the suggestion.

[hersh]

Another for the elm unit, had mine for a few years now ands its invaluable, used it on lots of different cars
Only works on ecu codes not sub-systems thats in modern cars
And mine was £15 when i got it off eBay

[rxe]

Find whatever passes for a Ford Focus owners forum and see what they are using.

[mini me]

ELM327 OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner Car Code Reader Reset Auto Diagnostic Scan Tool OBDI... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CP632CL/ref=cm_sw_r...

Just get yourself one of these. Connects to your phone via one of many available apps. Be warned if you have an iPhone you need a WiFi one rather than Bluetooth. Or at least you did when I got mine.

[caduceus]

mini me said:

ELM327 OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner Car Code Reader Reset Auto Diagnostic Scan Tool OBDI... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CP632CL/ref=cm_sw_r...

Just get yourself one of these. Connects to your phone via one of many available apps. Be warned if you have an iPhone you need a WiFi one rather than Bluetooth. Or at least you did when I got mine.

Is this version 1.5?

[Haltamer]

Me again

This is the nice one that I have: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ELM327-Car-Bluetooth-OB...

The on / off button can be quite useful, as you can leave it in situ and turn on when needed without draining the battery.

As posted above, this will do you for any engine DTCs, but for ABS / ESP / SRS Failures, you will usually need a manufacturer specific device.

[imck]

I have a USB Elm with extra Switch for Ford/Mazda. Use with Forscan on a Laptop.

It has standard OBD2 as well as all the ABS, Airbag, etc.

Also works on other Makes using Generic Scanning Software.

[caduceus]

imck said:

I have a USB Elm with extra Switch for Ford/Mazda. Use with Forscan on a Laptop.

It has standard OBD2 as well as all the ABS, Airbag, etc.

Also works on other Makes using Generic Scanning Software.

Is this what you have? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ELM327-USB-modified-for...

[caduceus]

Haltamer said:

Me again

This is the nice one that I have: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ELM327-Car-Bluetooth-OB...

The on / off button can be quite useful, as you can leave it in situ and turn on when needed without draining the battery.

As posted above, this will do you for any engine DTCs, but for ABS / ESP / SRS Failures, you will usually need a manufacturer specific device.

Yes, I saw that one. But it's from China....

[Dr Doofenshmirtz]

caduceus said:

imck said:

I have a USB Elm with extra Switch for Ford/Mazda. Use with Forscan on a Laptop.

It has standard OBD2 as well as all the ABS, Airbag, etc.

Also works on other Makes using Generic Scanning Software.

Is this what you have? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ELM327-USB-modified-for...

You can modify them yourself...it's pretty easy
https://www.jamessimpson.co.uk/elmconfig-enable-fo...

[imck]

caduceus said:

imck said:

I have a USB Elm with extra Switch for Ford/Mazda. Use with Forscan on a Laptop.

It has standard OBD2 as well as all the ABS, Airbag, etc.

Also works on other Makes using Generic Scanning Software.

Is this what you have? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ELM327-USB-modified-for...

This one. Same thing but a bit cheaper. UK Stock.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Modified-ELM327-USB-Fit...

[mini me]

caduceus said:

Is this version 1.5?

Not sure I understand the Q?