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- CEL Doctor: The ANCEL AD310 is one of the best-selling OBD II scanners on the market and is recommended by Scotty Kilmer, a YouTuber and auto mechanic. It can easily determine the cause of the check engine light coming on. After repairing the vehicle's problems, it can quickly read and clear diagnostic trouble codes of emission system, read live data & hard memory data, view freeze frame, I/M monitor readiness and collect vehicle information.
- Sturdy and Compact: Equipped with a 2.5 foot cable made of very thick, flexible insulation. It is important to have a sturdy scanner as it can easily fall to the ground when working in a car. The AD310 OBD2 scanner is a well-constructed mechanic tool with a sleek design. It weighs 12 ounces and measures 8.9 x 6.9 x 1.4 inches. Thanks to its compact design and light weight, transporting the device is not a problem. The buttons are clearly labelled and the screen is large and displays results clearly.
- Accurate Fast and Easy to Use: The AD310 scanner can help you or your mechanic understand if your car is in good condition, provides exceptionally accurate and fast results, reads and clears engine trouble emission codes in seconds after you fixed the problem. This device will let you know immediately and fix the problem right away without any car knowledge. No need for batteries or a charger, get power directly from the OBDII Data Link Connector in your vehicle.
- OBDII Protocols and Car Compatibility: Many cheap scan tools do not really support all OBD2 protocols. AD310 scanner as it can support all OBDII protocols such as KWP2000, J1850 VPW, ISO9141, J1850 PWM and CAN. This device also has extensive vehicle compatibility with 1996 US-based, 2000 EU-based and Asian cars, light trucks, SUVs, as well as newer OBD2 and CAN vehicles both domestic and foreign. Pls confirm with our customer service whether it is compatible with your vehicle before purchasing.
- Home Necessity and Worthy to Own: This is an excellent code reader to travel or home with as it weighs less and it is compact in design. You can easily slide it in your backpack as you head to the garage, or put it on the dashboard, this will be a great fit for you. The AD310 is not only portable, but also accurate and fast in performance. Moreover, it covers various car brands and is suitable for people who just need a code reader to check their car.
- 【Vehicle CEL Doctor】The NT301 obd2 scanner enables you to read DTCs, access to e-missions readiness status, turn off CEL(check engine light) or MIL, reset monitor, read live data and retrieve VIN of your vehicle. The fault code will appear again even though you cleared before, if you don't repair the car completely. The fault code only can be cleared by NT301 after car repair finished, as like all the obd2 scanner's working principle.
- 【Read Fault Codes】About the read code funtion needs to be in the ignition on state and if the check engine light is on. If the vehicle is compatible with NT301, please select correct menu & ensure no hardware/wiring issues/obd2 interface damage for accurate results. The correct menu: Select OBDII-> Wait for seconds-> Select Read codes.
- 【Advanced OBDII Modes 】 This car scanner provides enhanced obd2 modes capabilities: O-2 sensors test and EVAP system leak monitor. It allows you to run a leak check on your car’s EVAP system and assess the fuel tank’s condition. The O-2 sensor test helps optimize the air-fuel ratio, boosting fuel economy and cutting em-issions. Saving you money on gas and reducing your vehicle’s environmental footprint.
- 【Live Data Graphing & Accuracy for Most OBD2 Vehicles】View and log live sensor data in graph form—monitor oxygen sensors, fuel trims, coolant temp, RPM, and more. Spot trends and suspicious values in real time. Compatible with most 1996+ gasoline cars, light trucks, and SUVs sold in the U.S., as well as many 2000+ European and Asian models. Also works on 12V diesel vehicles equipped with OBD2. It's a basic code reader and DOESN'T't support to scan ABS, SRS, EPB, A/C systems etc, . It also DOESN'T support ANY special functions like TMS reset/SRS Reset/ABS bleeding/automatic driving/tpms relearn/bluetooth related.
- 【S-mog Check Helper – Know Your Readiness Status at a Glance】With dedicated I/M readiness hotkeys and a simple Red-Yellow-Green LED indicator, you’ll instantly know if your vehicle is ready for em-issions testing. Built-in speaker provides audio feedback. No guesswork—just confidence before you head to the test center.
- WIDE COMPATIBILITY – Trusted by YouTube Star Scotty Kilmer. The AD410 OBD2 Scanner supports all 16PIN vehicles that comply with the OBDII protocol, including KWP2000, ISO9141, J1850 VPW, J1850 PWM, and CAN. This OBD2 code scanner compatible with 1996 US-based, 2000 EU-based and Asian cars, light trucks, SUVs, as well as newer OBD2 and CAN vehicles. Multilingual support (English, German, French, Spanish, etc.), this car code reader is ideal for international users. Check compatibility with your vehicle model before purchasing. !!! Powered directly from your vehicle's OBDII connector, this diagnostic tool doesn' t need a battery or charger.
- CRITICAL FUNCTIONALITY – Quickly Read & Clear Fault Codes. The obd2 scanner diagnostic tool quickly reads and clears stored emissions-related codes, pending codes, and provides code definitions. With over 42,000 built-in DTC lookups, you can easily identify faults without the need for Google searches. Reset the MIL, check monitor readiness before smog tests, and understand your vehicle's health before costly repairs. !!! Note: Fault codes can be cleared after resolving the underlying issue, the code reader itself does not have a reset function.
- ENHANCED OBDII DIAGNOSTICS – Comprehensive System Testing. This engine obd2 scanner diagnostic tool offers advanced diagnostics, including testing of O2 sensors and EVAP systems. Perform a leak test on your vehicle's EVAP system and monitor the fuel tank's integrity. The O2 sensor test helps fine-tune the air/fuel mixture, improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions—saving you money at the pump and reducing your car's environmental impact. !!! Note: The AD410 is only an engine code reader, it DOESN'T support other systems such as ABS, SRS, Transmission and others.
- QVGA DISPLAY & NEW UI – User-Friendly Interface. The OBD scanner for car boasts a 2.4 TFT true-color LCD display (262K) for clear, easy-to-read results. With an intuitive UI design, you can quickly access OBDII diagnostics, I/M readiness checks, DTC search, and setup options. No need to read a manual—this user-friendly auto diagnostic code scanner is perfect for beginners, mechanic and seasoned users alike.
- EASY TO USE – Locate the vehicle’s OBD-II port (typically found under the steering wheel, near the dashboard, or inside the fuse box). Insert the 16-pin connector firmly into the port to ensure a secure physical connection. Power on the vehicle (some devices require the engine to be running, while others only need the ignition turned to the ‘ON’ position)—then the item will work. The USB cable is only for updates and is not needed when connected to the vehicle.
- [Easy to Use—Work Out of the Box] + [FOXWELL 2026 New Version] FOXWELL NT604 Elite scan tool is the 2026 new version from FOXWELL, designed for car owners who want to figure out the cause of issues before fixing car problems by scanning common systems like ABS, SRS, engine, and transmission. The NT604 Elite obd2 scanner diagnostic tool comes with the latest software, ready to use out of the box—no need to waste time downloading software first.
- [Affordable] + [Reliable Car Health Monitor] Will you be confused what happens when the warning light of ABS/SRS/transmission/check engine flashes? Instead of taking your cars to dealership, this FOXWELL scanner will help you do a thorough scanning and detection for your cars and pinpoint the root cause. Note:The device is a diagnostic tool, not a repair tool. To turn off a warning light, you must first physically repair the issue causing it. Only then can the scanner be used to clear the corresponding fault code.
- [5 in 1 Car Diagnostic Scanner] Compared with obd scanners (50-100), NT604 Elite code scanner not only includes their OBDII diagnosis but also serves as ABS/SRS scanner, transmission and check engine code reader. When it’s an odb2 scanner, you can use it to check if your car is ready for annual test through I/M readiness menu. In addition, live data stream, built-in DTC library, data play back and print, all these features are a big plus for it. Note: doesn't support maintenance functions like reset or relearn. For the SRS system, NT604 Elite can read and clear common fault codes not caused by a crash, but crash/collision data cannot be cleared.
- [Fantastic AUTOVIN] + [No extra software fee] Through the AUTOVIN menu, this NT604 Elite car scanner allows you to get your V-IN and vehicle info rapidly, no need to take time to find your V-IN and input one by one. What's more, the NT604 Elite ABS SRS scanner supports 60+ car brands from worldwide (America/Asia/Europe). You don’t need to pay extra software fee. AUTOVIN may not work on some older vehicles or certain vehicle brands. If AUTOVIN fails, please input the vin code manually or go to the Diagnostic Menu to select your vehicle model.
- [Solid protective case KO plastic carrying bag] + [Lifetime update] Almost all same price-level car scanner diagnostic tool only offers plastic bag to hold the scanner.However, NT604 Elite automotive scanner is equipped with solid protective case, preventing your obd2 scanner from damage. Then you don’t need to pay extra money to buy a solid toolbox.
- Multi-Functions - Practical Multi-Functions OBD2 code reader features built-in OBD2 DTC lookup library, which help you to determine the cause of the engine light, read code, erase code, view freeze frame, I/M ready, vehicle information, data flow, real-time curve, get vehicle speed information, calculate load value, engine coolant temperature, get engine speed.
- Wide Capability - Supports 9 protocols compatible with most 1996 US-Based, 2000 EU-Based and Asian cars, and newer OBD II & CAN domestic or import vehicles. Supports 6 languages - English,German, Dutch, Spanish, French, Italian.
- 2.8" LCD Display - Designed with a clear display 2.8" Large LCD screen - white backlight and contrast adjustment. No need any battery or charger, OBD reader gets the power directly from your vehicle through the OBDII Data Link Connector.
- Compact Design - Car diagnostic scanner is equipped with a 2.5 feet long cable and made of a very thick flexible insulator.There are 6 buttons on OBD2 Scanner:scroll up/down,enter/exit and buttons that quick query VIN vehicle number& the DTC fault code.
- ABS / Airbag codes NOT Supported - It is able to read and clear check engine information which is part of OBDII system, but it cannot work with non-OBDII systems, including ABS / Airbag / Oil Service Light, etc.
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