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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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Code Reader

I'm new to the 3rd generation trucks ... I was looking for a code reader and the ability to clear codes .
Will a OBDII work on a 2005 , I did see a lot of post on the DRBIII , is this the opperating systems these run on ?
I did see a scanner that harbor freight had ... it was around 100 bucks .

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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 11:34 PM
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I second that, I am new to this whole jig with diesels and would love some advice in this arena.
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 11:43 PM
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Yes, OBDll is what I use, I think they started the CANBUS in 06 (not sure tho')
Some1 that knows for sure will post...
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 05:19 AM
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I know my way around 12valves and have 2 of them but this is the first 3rd gen for me .
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 06:24 AM
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I have the $100 scanner/clearer from Harbor Freight. It has worked flawlessly for me for about 3-4 years now....
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 08:43 AM
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For what it's worth... my opinion.... Put the money towards a Smarty Jr. It will read codes, clear codes, adjust tire speed and make your 3dr Gen run like it should. Plus you know and I know that you really want one anyway

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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 09:18 AM
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I got mine from Autozone, it was about $100. I usually get the air temperature ons in the fall & spring (0514 & 0071) and sometimes clear the code if I have to hit the highway.
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 11:41 PM
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my 70 dollar one from checker auto works on the '06
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Nascarcamper
For what it's worth... my opinion.... Put the money toward a Smarty Jr. It will read codes, clear codes, adjust tire speed and make your 3dr Gen run like it should. Plus you know and I know that you really want one anyway
Concur with Nascarcamper. Either the Smarty Jr. or the Bully Dog GT. You're almost 33% towards either one and they are a lot more versatile
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