Autel MaxiDiag US703 Works with most cars, will work with Win7 in XP mode.
I bought this scanner to read SRS (air bag) codes on a GM truck. It worked perfect. I also have a pc based scan tool but I hate taking my laptop into the garage, to easy to get knocked over. I bought this tool to read extended diagnostic codes with out my laptop and it does this with most vehicles just fine. Just dont expect a $200 tool to work with all cars perfectly.
I wanted to comment on the Pc connection. The software will not install in Windows 7 by default, but you can get it to run in WinXP Mode. So if you have Win7 Ultimate or Professional you can download XP mode from Microsoft for free. If you are like me and have Home Premium, you can use VMWare Player which is also free. Once you install the software in XP mode or VMWare you can connect your scan tool and transfer files or print out recorded data.
Overall I am happy with the scan tool. It seems well made, the cable and obd connector are very well made. The screen on the tool is back light so you can use it at night or in a dimly lit garage. The case is nice and hold everything well. You can buy adapter cables on ebay so the tool can connect to other cars with software updates. It has allot of functions when compared to other tools in the same price range, most other $200 tools can not read SRS and ABS.
I have used this tool on the following cars with most with extended diagnostics:
1999 s-10
2002 Dodge Ram
2001 Pt Cruiser
1996 Crown Vic
2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
2002 Seabring
Monday, June 18, 2012
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scanner
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scanner
This little baby does alot for the money. that said it isnt great at everything. I cant read abs codes on all cars probably because it needs to be updated. but it is easy to use and gives you a wealth of information that the backyard mechancic probably will never use. it erases codes and retrievs them with ease. it tells you what the code is so you dont have to look it up in some stupid book. it will stream live pcm and can perform tests on the computers and various emmission related commponets.
The down and dirty of it is that you get a nice little reader that will do basically everything you need without going to one of those pricy systems that runs off a computer like some of the biiger shops use. I think if i were to update it online it may give me more functions that im wanting, i just have never got around to it. i own a dodge, chevy suv and a pontiac.
My biggest beef against it is that the cord that you use to plug into the obd port has to be taken off to fit in the case that protects the reader. it would be nice if you could fit everything in without having to take the cable off. Dont get me wrong i like the fact that its removeable, i just dont like reapitivly taking it a part if i dont have to.... more so because i dont want to wear it out but also because im lazy. so bigger case and problem solved.
good buy for money, lots of features, backlight display for when its dark, and memery for storing codes that have poped up or stream data that you want to look at later.
You wont be disappointed guys, its worth it.
joe blow in idaho
This little baby does alot for the money. that said it isnt great at everything. I cant read abs codes on all cars probably because it needs to be updated. but it is easy to use and gives you a wealth of information that the backyard mechancic probably will never use. it erases codes and retrievs them with ease. it tells you what the code is so you dont have to look it up in some stupid book. it will stream live pcm and can perform tests on the computers and various emmission related commponets.
The down and dirty of it is that you get a nice little reader that will do basically everything you need without going to one of those pricy systems that runs off a computer like some of the biiger shops use. I think if i were to update it online it may give me more functions that im wanting, i just have never got around to it. i own a dodge, chevy suv and a pontiac.
My biggest beef against it is that the cord that you use to plug into the obd port has to be taken off to fit in the case that protects the reader. it would be nice if you could fit everything in without having to take the cable off. Dont get me wrong i like the fact that its removeable, i just dont like reapitivly taking it a part if i dont have to.... more so because i dont want to wear it out but also because im lazy. so bigger case and problem solved.
good buy for money, lots of features, backlight display for when its dark, and memery for storing codes that have poped up or stream data that you want to look at later.
You wont be disappointed guys, its worth it.
joe blow in idaho
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Autel MaxiDiag US703 REVIEW
Autel MaxiDiag US703 VERY HAPPY.
The product worked as advertised. I was able to diagnos a bad wheel sensor on my escape. i checked the air bad system to see if it could read that system and it found where i unplugged a sensor. very happy with the 703.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scan tool.
I have a 2004 Saturn Vue with a V6 engine and all wheel drive, I needed to find out why the ABS light would stay on, I did not feel there was a problem with the ABS system but could not be sure without a lot of physical trouble-shooting. I searched a long time for a scanner at a resonable price to check this out. I was told the Autel MaxiDiag US703 would work for me. 30 seconds after I found the correct code, connected the unit to the 2004 Satun, pressed the test button, no problems were found and the ABS light was reset automatically. At that point the US703 paid for itself.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Great bang for the buck. Easy to use and reads ABS codes
The scanner powers up quickly and overall seems a bit faster than the Actron. It's easy to use; as a guy I've yet to open any kind of manual for the Autel, yet was able to read by my check engine and ABS codes that are popping up on my vehicle. In playing with the Actron the other day I pulled up the screen to read all live data at once and scrolling down was very, very slow and the tool would lag when it was asked to display the next page of data. The Autel 703 scrolled through all the live data without any lag. I haven't exported any data to a PC yet so I can't tell you how well that works. On screen descriptions were provided for both PCM codes and ABS codes.
I have an Actron 9185, which is the same as the 9190 without all the OBD 1 connectors for pre-1996 vehicles. The Actron is a great tool, but I needed to read ABS codes and the Autel was about $50 more than the Actron ABS reader only, and the Autel 703 reads ABS, Airbag, and Tranny codes, so for the extra few bucks I figured it's worth a try, and I can always sell the Actron. I paid about $50 more for the Actron 9185 than I paid for the Autel 703.
The tool is new and there don't appear to be any updates on the manufacturers site. I do expect Actron to have more frequent updates based on other online reviews. The Autel 703 DOES NOT come with the connectors to connect to pre-1996 vehicles though the software supports them. I have not seen the cables for sale anywhere.
As a hard core DIY mechanic that likes to troubleshoot and fix almost everything with my vehicles, I would recommend the Autel 703 because of the number of systems it reads, and at a lower price point than other products.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scanner Works Great.
Scanner works great, identified front sensor on restraint system code B0300 as bad on a 2005 Tahoe, replaced part, air bag light on dash turned off when turning the ignition back on. Scanner identified no trouble codes following repair, was also able to erase fault from history codes. Others have noted issues with installing software, however I had no issues with a clean install on a Widows XP desktop sysytem (Dell XPS 400).
All I can say is it works great for me, and is a great tool for the money, since it has already paid for itself with this first repair. I did read instructions, and followed procedures (do not connect or diss-connect with ignition on). Amazon's price is about the best their is for this scanner, I am a shopper for best price, and could not find it cheaper elsewhere.
Do not expect to use this scanner very much (hopefully vehicle has minimum issues), will write back if it does not hold up.
Autel US703 Has paid for itself diagnosting my airbag lamp.
I needed to scan the airbag codes for my 1999 Pontiac Trans Am. This tool was able to read the airbag codes and while I was at it, read the ABS Codes and powertrain codes (none were set).
This tool paid for itself because going to the dealer would've cost me about $100 to get it scanned and then $450 for the crash sensor I needed. I was able to get the same part from a car that had its entire interior gutted to be turned into a drag race car for much less.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Best Price, VERY NICE
Nice scan tool. Used it to read codes on my 07 Suburban, 2000 S10, and 03 Ford F350. Works perfect, shows live data and graphs it, finds transmission and ABS codes as well as engine codes, and of course clears codes. The only problems I found was that the software won't install on Windows 7. As of 4/15/11 there are no updates or updated software. Without the software you can't download to a PC as advertised or update if there is ever an update. Reading the other reveiws this has been a problem for years. There seems to be little support from the manufacturer-distributor.
A good reader for the money as long as you don't need the software features. Would be great if they would just update the PC software.
The product worked as advertised. I was able to diagnos a bad wheel sensor on my escape. i checked the air bad system to see if it could read that system and it found where i unplugged a sensor. very happy with the 703.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scan tool.
I have a 2004 Saturn Vue with a V6 engine and all wheel drive, I needed to find out why the ABS light would stay on, I did not feel there was a problem with the ABS system but could not be sure without a lot of physical trouble-shooting. I searched a long time for a scanner at a resonable price to check this out. I was told the Autel MaxiDiag US703 would work for me. 30 seconds after I found the correct code, connected the unit to the 2004 Satun, pressed the test button, no problems were found and the ABS light was reset automatically. At that point the US703 paid for itself.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Great bang for the buck. Easy to use and reads ABS codes
The scanner powers up quickly and overall seems a bit faster than the Actron. It's easy to use; as a guy I've yet to open any kind of manual for the Autel, yet was able to read by my check engine and ABS codes that are popping up on my vehicle. In playing with the Actron the other day I pulled up the screen to read all live data at once and scrolling down was very, very slow and the tool would lag when it was asked to display the next page of data. The Autel 703 scrolled through all the live data without any lag. I haven't exported any data to a PC yet so I can't tell you how well that works. On screen descriptions were provided for both PCM codes and ABS codes.
I have an Actron 9185, which is the same as the 9190 without all the OBD 1 connectors for pre-1996 vehicles. The Actron is a great tool, but I needed to read ABS codes and the Autel was about $50 more than the Actron ABS reader only, and the Autel 703 reads ABS, Airbag, and Tranny codes, so for the extra few bucks I figured it's worth a try, and I can always sell the Actron. I paid about $50 more for the Actron 9185 than I paid for the Autel 703.
The tool is new and there don't appear to be any updates on the manufacturers site. I do expect Actron to have more frequent updates based on other online reviews. The Autel 703 DOES NOT come with the connectors to connect to pre-1996 vehicles though the software supports them. I have not seen the cables for sale anywhere.
As a hard core DIY mechanic that likes to troubleshoot and fix almost everything with my vehicles, I would recommend the Autel 703 because of the number of systems it reads, and at a lower price point than other products.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Scanner Works Great.
Scanner works great, identified front sensor on restraint system code B0300 as bad on a 2005 Tahoe, replaced part, air bag light on dash turned off when turning the ignition back on. Scanner identified no trouble codes following repair, was also able to erase fault from history codes. Others have noted issues with installing software, however I had no issues with a clean install on a Widows XP desktop sysytem (Dell XPS 400).
All I can say is it works great for me, and is a great tool for the money, since it has already paid for itself with this first repair. I did read instructions, and followed procedures (do not connect or diss-connect with ignition on). Amazon's price is about the best their is for this scanner, I am a shopper for best price, and could not find it cheaper elsewhere.
Do not expect to use this scanner very much (hopefully vehicle has minimum issues), will write back if it does not hold up.
Autel US703 Has paid for itself diagnosting my airbag lamp.
I needed to scan the airbag codes for my 1999 Pontiac Trans Am. This tool was able to read the airbag codes and while I was at it, read the ABS Codes and powertrain codes (none were set).
This tool paid for itself because going to the dealer would've cost me about $100 to get it scanned and then $450 for the crash sensor I needed. I was able to get the same part from a car that had its entire interior gutted to be turned into a drag race car for much less.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Best Price, VERY NICE
Nice scan tool. Used it to read codes on my 07 Suburban, 2000 S10, and 03 Ford F350. Works perfect, shows live data and graphs it, finds transmission and ABS codes as well as engine codes, and of course clears codes. The only problems I found was that the software won't install on Windows 7. As of 4/15/11 there are no updates or updated software. Without the software you can't download to a PC as advertised or update if there is ever an update. Reading the other reveiws this has been a problem for years. There seems to be little support from the manufacturer-distributor.
A good reader for the money as long as you don't need the software features. Would be great if they would just update the PC software.
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Diagnostic Scan Tool
Autel MaxiDiag US703 Diagnostic Scan Tool
Powered by Autel Uni-SCAN technology, the MaxiDiag an innovative multi-functional scan tool designed for technicians to troubleshoot engine, transmission, ABS and airbag systems for most of the vehicles. Reliable, easy-to-use and affordable, the scan tool is a time saver and a money maker. It supports all nine test modes of the latest J1979 OBD II test specs and retrieves generic as well as manufacturer specific codes. This scanner retrieves vehicle information, performs modules present test, views freeze frame data and displays O2 sensor data as well as live data stream parameters. It comes with built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and is software upgradeable via internet. This scanner reads, stores as well as playbacks live sensor data and prints data via PC.Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #2422 in Automotive
- Size: Medium
- Color: Red
- Brand: Autel
- Model: US703
- Dimensions: 2.00 pounds
Features
- Troubleshoots engine, ABS, transmission and airbags codes for GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles from 1984-2006
- Features a backlit LCD screen, multilingual menu and DTC definitions, built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library, software upgradeable via Internet and USB print functionality
- Views freeze frame data; displays O2 sensor data as well as live datastream parameters; features data graphing (1996 and newer)
- 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)
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