Equus 3140 Innova Diagnostic Code Scanner

Equus 3140 Innova Diagnostic Code Scanner with 25 Parameter Display for OBDI & OBDII (Post-1996) Vehicles

by Equus

Product Features of Equus 3140 Innova Diagnostic Code Scanner

• Includes: 3140 Tester, OBD2 DLC Cable, OBD1 Extension Cable, OBD1 GM Adaptor, OBD1 Ford Adaptor, OBD1 Toyota/Lexus Adaptor, OBD1 Chrysler/Jeep Adaptor, Windows PC Software, Instruction Video, Serial PC Cable, Soft Storage Pouch, 3 ea - AA Batteries
• Automated refresh feature updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle - an easy way to verify repair completion
• Tool "Hot Keys" provde the ability for the user to quickly jump from one function to the next without scrolling through multiple commands/menus
• Code Definition is Displayed on Unit in English / French / Spanish
• 3-color LED display provides a quick indication of the vehicle's readiness for an emissions test

Product Description of Equus 3140 Innova Diagnostic Code Scanner

Get the diagnostic information you need quickly and easily for both OBD1 and OBD2 vehicles. This tool is designed to retreive diagnostic codes in all OBD2 (1996 and newer) and some of the most popular OBD1 (1982-1995 vehicles). This professional OBD2 Generic Scan Tool with OBD1 capability features a unique patented all-in-one back lit screen display that shows 25 parameters at once without the need to scroll through time consuming menus.

Features unique patented all-in-one back-lit screen display  shows 25 parameters at once without the need to scroll through time consuming menus. Includes English, Spanish and French Interface & Definitions (selected by a menu command). 3-color LED display provides a quick indication of the vehicles readiness for an emissions test. Automatic refresh feature updates data every 30 seconds when connected to the vehicle - an easy way to verify repair completion. Tool Hot Keys provide the ability for the user to quickly jump from one function to the next without scrolling through multiple commands / menus. Unit is fully updateable with the included PC software and an Internet connection. Unit uses 3 AA batteries for off-car review and analysis. Includes: 3140 Tester, OBD2 DLC Cable, OBD1 Extension Cable, OBD1 GM Adaptor, OBD1 Ford Adaptor, OBD1 Toyota/Lexus Adaptor, OBD1 Chrysler/Jeep Adaptor, Windows PC Software, Instruction Video, Serial PC Cable, Soft Storage Pouch, 3 ea - AA Batteries

Customer Review of Equus 3140 Innova Diagnostic Code Scanner

LOVE IT!!!, February 17, 2008

By	William R. Beck "Bill"- See all my reviews

It is simple to use, cant use it enough. Glad i chose it over the 3120. Best product for the money, and then some.

how to update, January 13, 2008

By	Player 1- See all my reviews

My 3140 arrived with PC_SOFTWARE 1.32, and FIRMWARE 1.01
To update:
Install the software from the CD onto your computer, connect the tool to the PC, and turn on the tool. A "USB Serial Adapter" such as Keyspan High Speed USB Serial Adapter ( USA-19HS ) makes this much easier.
Select "Update" from the PC software menu --- and it will say a PC_SOFTWARE update is available, but your hardware is "up to date".
Download the new PC software (17 mb file), install, and run it.
Hit "Update" again now, and it will say that a FIRMWARE update is available. Download the new 'BIN' file (2 mb), and install it in the tool as outlined in the directions.
Currently I have PC_SOFTWARE 1.33, and FIRMWARE 1.02

Equus 3140, November 8, 2007

By	Scott "3 Sho's"(Conowingo, Md.) - See all my reviews

I needed a test unit capable of testing older cars as well as OBD II equiped units. I live in an emissions state and had a SES light on in a '97 Taurus SHO I recently bought for commutes to work. I also had a pending test date for emissions on my wifes 2002 AWD Town & Country. I used it to easily confirm a positive emissions compliance on the van, and a bad rear O2 on the car. I've used it on a friends S-10 to find an Evap problem. I have several pre 1995 cars which I have not tested yet, but have all the connectors for included in the purchase. The definition is on the screen when the unit displays the code. There is no need to look up the definition. I've hooked up to a Ford, Chrysler and Chevy and had results in seconds. Very easy to use. Like any car diagnostics a manual or subscription to a car service should be used with this product.

Excellent Scan tool for a great price, September 18, 2007

By	J(USA) - See all my reviews

I've been working on cars a while now and I've used a few of these type of code readers/scanners (Snap-on and Mac) and I've found that this one does almost everything you would expect a pro model to do and a price that can't be beat. Shows everything you really need to know, the screen is very large and easy to read, the button layout is good, but can be confusing at first, there should have been an extra button or two as some of the controls do double or triple duty, you have to read the manual and have it on hand until you get used to the controls. I've used it right away to diagnose a problem in my late model truck and have plugged it in to a number of makes and models with great success. It's results are almost as detailed as say the Snap-on, but it costs 1/10 the price! The included software is nice, but not as full featured as it should be in saving data results. I highly recommend doing a firmware update to the unit, mine shipped with firmware 1.0 and the new firmware v2 adds some extra diagnostic functions, such as advanced DTC codes for some makes and updates the DTC code library in the unit, the unit seemed to read live data faster as well. Being able to read OBD I codes is a plus, but there are many limitations on the makes and models, a glaring omission is the lack of Nissan OBD I (Just because I own a older Nissan!). I do all my own repairs and would highly recommend this unit. The unit comes with two nylon cases, one for the unit, OBD II cable, manual and the other for pc serial cable and OBD I adapters and the cases zip together for easy transport. I do have one big complaint, this is 2007, who uses serial connectors anymore? my laptop does not even have one, I have to go out and buy a serial to USB2.0 adapter, it works well and the unit synced fine with my laptop with the adapter, but you would figure that they would have put the serial connector to rest by now.

Closest thing to the $5000 dollar machines., September 18, 2007

By	Ben(Delmar, MD) - See all my reviews

This machine will tell you your check engine light and give you live data for checking the components as they are transmitting their info. I use the the expensive model at work, quite frankly when it comes to hook up and code reading this machine is simpler and quicker. I realize the expensive model has the abs & body control features and can do a lot of other functions; but work on the side is mainly the "check engine" lights. The price on this computer from Amazon cannot be beat, for having this type of technology.