Diagnostic scanner tool

Sup TW,
Was thinking about getting a scanner tool that is made for my tacoma,, reason y, is i want to check wat is wrong before i send it to my mecahnic,, could save alot!!

Anybody knows if is a good idea and wat scan tool is best..

 

I have a simple scan gauge obdII. Does the job if I throw a cel got it like 8 years ago for 120 I think in a group buy

 

Buy a Bluetooth OBDII reader off of Amazon (~$15) and download the Torque app. WAY cheaper than a dedicated reader.

 

I got the BAFX scanner from Amazon. Works well. My friend with a Dodge needed to borrow it, a lot.

 

I have one for sale in marketplace...actron pocket scanner.

 

https://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/pts/6117897009.html

 

What is this thing do?

 

Well there is a couple of standalone scanners that work fine, but just basic information.
There are also plenty of ELM adapters that you can use to connect apps to your phone. Again basic information.

You said you want a dedicated product.
Well, you can't beat Toyota Techstream.
There are plenty of chinese knockoffs out there. search for toyota vci cable.