[billmac]

I've been thinking about buying a generic OBDII code reader to go along with the key cycle routine for checking DTC's. I have done some searches on this and other websites and it appears that a generic code reader can be plugged into our truck's 16 pin connector to check for codes on the PCM and ECM.

However, I ran into a problem today when I spoke to a technician at Innova regarding their Innova Equus 3100a and 3030 series readers. He told me these two code readers would not work on my truck because it was not OBDII compliant. The ceiling GVWR for OBDII compliance is 8500 lbs. The GVWR for my truck is 8800 lbs. I couldn't find anything in my owners manual; Chrysler service manual or under the hood of my truck that said it was OBDII compliant. Since I can't afford a DRB scan tool and its' related software, I guess an inexpensive generic code reader will be a waste of money. Do you guys have any thoughts on this?

 

[fraidknot]

For what it's worth. I purchased the Equus 3130 Innova for the same reason and mine works fine. I've fought the P2262 a few times and I wanted to check the dealer before and after I brought the truck in for service. (2008 6.7) I bought mine through Amazon and paid $167 in May of this year. Hope that helps.