Paperclip trick in vy ute?

[younglion]

Can i check fault codes in my ss ute using the old paperclip trick and counting flashes? Or does that only apply to earlier models?

[younglion]

If i recall correctly its up to series 1 vt's?

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

Can i check fault codes in my ss ute using the old paperclip trick and counting flashes? Or does that only apply to earlier models?

No you can't. It only works in earlier models. You can, however, read ABS and traction control codes by doing that. Short pins 5 and 12 and watch the ABS light. It will flash the same way as the earlier models. EG: 12 first 3 times, then any codes 3 times, ending with 12 again.

[VTPREDATOR]

so needs to be a sticky. its asked at least once a week.

[Burto89]

Best way to check faults is with a scan tool they are going for like $150 these days very handy!

[Calaber]

Best way to check faults is with a scan tool they are going for like $150 these days very handy!

I've never seen one of these scan tools. Where can they be bought and can they reset the computer after diagnosing the fault codes?

[VTPREDATOR]

OBD2/EOBD SCAN TOOL OBD VY VZ VE GEN3 LS1 LS2 V6 GS500 - eBay Hand Tools, Tools, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 13-Sep-09 22:04:45 AEST)

[maginoodle]

OBD2/EOBD SCAN TOOL OBD VY VZ VE GEN3 LS1 LS2 V6 GS500 - eBay Hand Tools, Tools, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 13-Sep-09 22:04:45 AEST)

has anyone tried one of these scanners?
I was thinking of buying one. My mate wants me to clear a airbag code in his vt. Also want to use it for other jobs.

[colgf]

No you can't. It only works in earlier models. You can, however, read ABS and traction control codes by doing that. Short pins 5 and 12 and watch the ABS light. It will flash the same way as the earlier models. EG: 12 first 3 times, then any codes 3 times, ending with 12 again.

I dont think you're right Abba.... I think you can read a heap of codes , they are all listed in the VX Commodore Haynes Service Manual , I cant see any difference between VX & VY ,,,,

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

You can't read engine diagnostic trouble codes using a paper clip in everything after VT2. You need a scan tool.

[claudz]

not an abba fan
whats the best deal u can give me for an exhaust for vz sv6?

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

What are you looking for? Sound or performance?

[taztassio]

fault codes? hold mode and select while u turn car on then cycle through...

[claudz]

bit of both
i heard lukey 2.5" catbacks are as cheap as150$

[markhayes]

i want a luckey performance exhaust for vr wat its worth with delivery to st clair western area closest know suburbs blacktown , penrith