Diagnostic Scan Tools For DIY & Professional Subaru Repair. High & Low, Pros & Cons.

Diagnostic Scan Tools For DIY & Professional Subaru Repair. High & Low, Pros & Cons.

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Adam says:

I myself have three subarus, and most of my friends have at least one and they consult me before going to the dealer most times. This is an invaluable video for someone like myself. Been trying to justify getting a scan tool for a while and I think I'll be picking up the Phoenix Lite II.

Kevin Siggins says:

I have an Autel Maxipro MP808 which is between the prices of the tools you mentioned. I don’t know how it compares but so far it’s done everything I’ve needed on a base model 2013 Outback without Eyesight. At the time it was the cheapest bidirectional scanner I could find.
Before I bought that I bought a Bluedriver Bluetooth code reader which I still get plenty of use from since I leave it plugged in at all times and if a light comes on I can scan with my phone immediately, I’ve also used it before to monitor coolant temps on a steep mountain road.

TEH60 says:

What is the biggest difference between the Phoenix Elite and the Phoenix Lite 2 for servicing Subaru vehicles? Great video.

Vin says:

What is the cheapest option that allows one to disable the evaporative system running/buzzing for quite a long duration (15 minutes) even though the vehicle is off. I think this might be contributing to the battery drain issues with newer Subarus.

Steve Holt says:

Yes, I’ve been wanting this topic covered

Happy Home says:

Great video ! [sent a note on Instagram – pretty please]

4skully says:

is there a code to imput to make the navigation/radio stop asking if I agree each time I start to travel in my other touring subaru ?

4skully says:

I was wondering how much the front and rear differentials hold I have the subaru brand I just need to know if it is 2 for both fron and back. I watched your video on doing it. I wish I could do it myself. I feel like i could but my arms are not like they use to be back issues…. I love watching your videos. Best to you and your family always.

Logtrimmer says:

I have a VeePeak Bluetooth scanner that was around $30. I am able to read and clear codes as well as record information from different sensors, but it does not fully cover all aspects of the car like airbag sensors.

Josh Pijl says:

I need a cheap scanner that can access the VDC system on my car. I have code C0071 which is the steering angle sensor, and it's not sending a signal. I know that much for sure. I don't have the funds to pay my mechanic to repair the SAS, and it's the only thing my car needs for a safety.

It's a 2007 Legacy Spec.B. I am looking at the Autel AP200 since it says it can calibrate the SAS, but I'm not sure if that's the right tool for me. Thanks in advance!

C W says:

Great video. I was looking into the TOPDON features coverage. I wanted to see if I could make an adjustment to VDC on my 2008 Outback with 2015 STi steering rack. The steering angle vs G-sensor discrepancy causes VDC to come on sometimes so I have to disable it every time I drive. Having the ability to program this would possibly solve the problem.

Scott Minshall says:

Great video!

michael weatherhead says:

Thanks for the video Robert great video. Take care of yourself and family and be Blessed ❤️❤️ it.

Jeremy Land says:

Make me wanna just go back tonan’70 Nova with a small block… ugh $$$$$$$$
Right to repair apparently doesn’t mean right to repair affordably.

Bullnuke Oldman says:

Good video and, as always, timely. I'm currently keeping a couple of elderly Gen4 Outbacks alive (they've been excellent vehicles, one at 180k miles and the other at 108k) but my only "diagnostic tool" is a lowly Innova code reader – requires lots of intuition and thought process to link a code to the problem without merely unloading the parts cannon. A scan tool surely would have helped me with my evap system woes. Thanks, man. You've convinced me to get off my wallet and find a scan tool. My '19 F350 6.2 gasser is out of warranty and I'll have something to help if, God forbid, it starts having issues.

Cajun Aggie says:

Thanks for the reviews. I just bought a ThinkDiag 2 (Phone/Tablet based app driven bluetooth dongle device) that seems to be almost identical to the TopDon interface/function in many of it's features. I have only briefly used it to date, but it seems to offer a lot of features for the price especially for most DIY mechanic stuff. I got mine for $125, which is more in line with my limited use for such a tool.

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