Autel MaxiScan MS300 CAN OBD-II Code Reader

 

Are you looking for a basic OBD ii code scanner that can get the job done yet is incredibly affordable? Well you have found it!

This little code reader is very compact and easy to use for all your automotive diagnostic needs. Yet it is a fraction of the price of many other scanner. Many typical do-it-yourselfers will never need more any more diagnostic power than what this powerful little scanner will give you. Here are just a few of the features of the Autel MaxiScan MS300 CAN OBD-II Code Reader:

  • Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), includes definitions lookup software on CD and displays DTC definitions on screen
  • Features an easy-to-read backlit LCD screen, multilingual menu and DTC definitions and standard 16-pin OBD-II connector; no additional cables are needed
  • Retrieves VIN (Vehicle Identification No) on 2002 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9; powered by cars electrical system, so no batteries required
  • Supports the CAN (Controller Area Network) protols and all other current OBD-II protocols
  • Works with all OBD-II compliant U.S., European and Asian vehicles (OBD-II is standard on all cars sold in U.S. post-1996)

Product Description
The MaxiScan code reader supports all OBD2 protocols, including the newly released Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol. Though it is small, it is able to retrieve same information as large expensive scanners. This code reader reviews the emission readiness status of OBD monitors and determines the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) status as well as turns off check engine light. It comes with free CD software with over 7000 DTC definitions and is powered via detachable OBD2 cable.

Here are just a few of the many good reviews the MS300 is getting:

I am not a mechanic by trade… If I were, I might want a fancier version, however, this little scanner seems to do everything that the much more expensive ones do for a very, very low price. The only thing that the more expensive ones MIGHT do is actually display the text for the error. This unit displays the error code and you have to reference the included book to see what the error code means, but for the price I don’t count that as a negative at all. Highly recomended for the casual user and probably even for the not-so-casual user.

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Autel MaxiScan MS300 CAN OBD-II Scan Tool performed exactly as described. It will give you the CEL code or codes and allows you to erase them. I didn’t even bother with the CD. If I need to research the problem I just go to the internet.

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This worked just as I wanted. It gave me the code that I was able to translate and it reset the check engine light. Perfect

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The scanner is priced $25 less than the cheapest at the local auto parts stores. I used it for my 2000 Nissan Frontier, and 2003 Chevy Impala. Cleared the codes. Great for the home mechanic.

There are literally hundred of great reviews for this little powerhouse code reader!

Autel MaxiScan MS300 CAN OBD-II Code Reader Buy Cheap!

 

Discussion

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Comments
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On December 10th, 2009 at 2:08 am, Bethy Boo Ballinger said:

This turned out to be a waste of time and money for me. Following the directions in the manual and corrections in one of the other reviews here, the unit fails to even power up on my 2001 Ford Sport Trac. The issue appears to be that the unit needs to draw its power from the data port and the fine folks at ford simple don’t provide power. So, unless you know that your dataport provides the requisite power, I wouldn’t risk purchasing this product.
Rating: 1 / 5

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On December 10th, 2009 at 3:40 am, K. Simon said:

Just got this item yesterday, and it worked perfect! I had my check engine light on for a week on my 2006 Toyota Avalon and this little PC turned it off. Not only that, it gave my car extra horsepower. All the ladies going down Waikiki were like “daaayuuumm.” It made my car rawr.

Rating: 5 / 5

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On December 10th, 2009 at 4:21 am, Miguel A. Segovia said:

I purchased this product after reading the reviews in Amazon, I live in Argentina so I had to trust in this.

When I connected the product (MS300) to my Suzuki Grand Vitara it reads the codes, everything apparently perfect, until you need to clear the codes. IT DOESN’T CLEAR THE CODES!!! You follow the procedure and although the display says it was ok, the check engine light is still on and the codes there (of course, the codes are simple errors I knew before).

I sent mails to the support mail provided by the manufacturer, of course, nothing, no response, no answer.

I feel cheeted, very disapponted. I wasted the money.
Rating: 1 / 5

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On December 10th, 2009 at 7:11 am, Daniel M. Medeiros said:

Works well on one car (03 Mitsubishi Lancer) and does’t work at all all on another (2000 Hyundai Elantra)
Rating: 4 / 5

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On December 10th, 2009 at 9:37 am, G. Pitman said:

I used it twice, and it worked both times. What more can I say? It did what I was expecting it to do. Where’s my twenty-five cents?
Rating: 5 / 5

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