Autel MaxiScan MS409 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner

Product Details

The user-friendly bilingual MaxiScan Scanner is able to troubleshoot all 1996 and newer OBD2 compliant vehicles. It features multilingual menu and displays DTC definitions on unit screen. This tool retrieves vehicle information, identifies pending codes, views freeze frame data and easily determines the cause of the Check Engine Light. It comes with built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and is software upgradeable via internet.

Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), features built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and software is upgradeable via Internet
Features large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen, a multilingual menu and DTC definitions and memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis
Views freeze frame data, displays monitor and I/M readiness status, turns off Check Engine Light (MIL); clears codes and resets monitors
Supports the CAN (Controller Area Network) protols and all other current OBD-II protocols
Works with all OBD-II/EOBD compliant U.S., European and Asian vehicles (OBD-II is standard on all cars sold in U.S. post-1996)

Autel's MaxiScan MS409 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner is designed to provide easy, quick and dependable access to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions for their OBD-II/EOBD compliant vehicles at the first instance of a check engine light/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).

OBD-II is the second generation of an onboard automotive diagnostic standard that has been a mandatory requirement for all vehicles sold in the US since 1996, both domestic and imports. EOBD is its European counterpart, required in Europe on gasoline models since 2000 and diesel models since 2003. This means that the vast majority of cars on the road today can take advantage of the portable, yet powerful features of the MaxiScan MS409, regardless of make and model. Just a few of these features include: support of all current OBD-II computer communication protocols, including CAN (Control Area Network), convenient access to freeze frame data (sensor readings generated and stored on vehicle computers during MIL instances), access to generic and manufacturer specific codes, multilingual menu and DTC definitions (English, Spanish, French, German), memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis, built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library, and Internet upgradable software. Add to these the MS409's rugged exterior and large backlit screen and you have a tool worthy of a spot in the garage of any modern car enthusiast.

Complete Features:

Works with all 1996 and later OBD-II compliant US, European and Asian vehicles
Easily determines the cause of the "Check Engine Light ( MIL)"
Retrieves generic (P0, P2, P3, and U0) and manufacturer specific (P1, P3, and U1) codes
Turns off Check Engine Light (MIL), clears codes and resets monitors
Displays DTC definitions on unit screen
Views freeze frame data
Displays monitor and I/M readiness status (emissions)
Identifies pending codes
Memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis
Multilingual menu and DTC definitions (English, Spanish, French, German)
Retrieves vehicle information (VIN, CIN and CVN)
Supports CAN (Controller Area Network) and all other current OBD-II protocols
Built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library
Large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen
Software upgradeable via Internet
Utilizes standard 16-pin OBD-II connector meaning no additional connectors or cables are necessary

Customer Reviews ::

Get the code then you use that info to compare several shop's prices - D. Johnson -
I shopped around because I used to work in an automotive shop with these scanners. This was the best overall deal I found.

This scanner is fantastic. Its very inexpensive for what it can save you. Nicely built, nice packaging, very sturdy, even explains the codes as soon as they appear. It even upgrades itself to the latest info over your PC's USB connector! Best of all, it clears those nuisance codes that dealers make bucks off every time you need your state inspection sticker etc.

I bought this scanner after having to go to the BMW dealer three times at a pop. Twice I had already accurately figured out what was likely the cause. I now frequently have friends coming over to get the code 'Check Engine' light turned off before they go in for the state safety inspection. You just get the code info before so you know what you will need done, then you use that info to compare prices at several shops before you go to the dealer and 'assume the position.' Often my friends decide to do the job themselves or even go to an independent to get it done cheaper.

Information is power. I suggest you get your own powerful information before you need it