I have crank but no ignition and I can’t read my obd2 port

[losh1971]

Snap On should work. Envyous Customs sell a kit that uses a laptop.

 

[Lex]

How would I know if it has also codes and is that more of a mechanic scan tool thing or could I buy one

This works with ALDL & OBD11.

Vident i400AU OBD Scan Tool - All System Diagnostics + ECU Coding

Vident iLink400 AU Version Scan Tool is a professional scan tool ideal for personal cars or specialised workshops. Instead of investing in a professional scan tool to cover all cars which you don't need, the i400AU provides the opportunity to get all the features but for one to few car brands...

www.azscanners.com.au

 

[LarxAuss]

This works with ALDL & OBD11.

http://[URL]https://www.azscanners....MIh6mKu8O4-AIVkppmAh3RiQ2QEAAYASAAEgLU0PD_BwE

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Sweet ill have a look at getting one but is there another way I could find why it’s not firing I feel like it may be coil packs or leads but another my brother in law said it may also be CAS/ Cam angle sensor or the dfi how would I be able to tell which has failed

 

[Lex]

What type of scan tool would work and are there any other ways I could find the issue without a scan tool

Here is a way it won't cost nothing.
Have a read.

Checking error codes VR/VS (Revised)

Checking your Computer for Faults (VR - VS) Locate the diagnostic connector under the the steering column on the drivers side. Grab a paper clip and bridge pins number 5 & 6 'black' and 'white with black stripes' respectively on the ALDL (Assembly Line Diagnostic Link) connected which are...

forums.justcommodores.com.au

 

[Lex]

so I have brought a new ecu/pcm

You bought the pcm & bcm because the scanner wouldn't work & you thought no communication? oh l know, l'll replace the pcm & bcm?

 

[LarxAuss]

Here is a way it won't cost nothing.
Have a read.

http://[URL]https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/checking-error-codes-vr-vs-revised.22307/

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I will definitely try this tomorrow thank you heaps I have a book that tells me all the codes and what them mean too

 

[Lex]

Sweet ill have a look at getting one but is there another way I could find why it’s not firing I feel like it may be coil packs or leads but another my brother in law said it may also be CAS/ Cam angle sensor or the dfi how would I be able to tell which has failed

You got a mate with a working ecotec?

 

[LarxAuss]

You bought the pcm & bcm because the scanner wouldn't work & you thought no communication? oh l know, l'll replace the pcm & bcm?

Yeah I know I’m not too worried as the new came with a stage 4 memical and I can give the old one to my brother in law now a complete loss but I will definitely be doing research before trusting my friend again

 

[LarxAuss]

Yeah I know I’m not too worried as the new came with a stage 4 memical and I can give the old one to my brother in law now a complete loss but I will definitely be doing research before trusting my friend again

All I can do is laugh about it now I guess ahaha

 

[jeepster]

This works with ALDL & OBD11.

http://[URL]https://www.azscanners....MIh6mKu8O4-AIVkppmAh3RiQ2QEAAYASAAEgLU0PD_BwE

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It has some shortcomings for VS, but if original poster has a VE as well, might be worth getting.