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Review on πŸ” Autel Autolink AL329 (Upgraded AL319): Advanced OBDII Scanner & Code Reader by Henry Hunter

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great little scanner to use before the state emissions test

I've had a really hard time fixing the trouble code associated with the EVAP system that was causing the engine light to come on. With the engine running, the car passed no emissions. Although I've checked the gas cap, the LDP (leak detection pump), the canister purge solenoid that replaces the PCM/ECM for shorts, and the EVAP system for smoke, I haven't been able to solve the mysterious problem. After reconnecting the battery and clearing the codes, I did a full drive cycle to get all the systems ready. This little scanner told me that all subsystems except the EVAP system were ready to be tested. However, the scanner turned green, indicating that it would pass the test. I immediately stopped and took it in for inspection. To my surprise, it passed the emissions test as the scanner suggested! Although I have a much more expensive and capable Autel MP808 car scanner, this little scanner has an I/M function that tells you if the car is ready to pass emissions, while the MP808 is not. For the price it's worth it. In addition, AL329 automatically determines the VIN of the vehicle, saving you time and effort. This is a great little scanner.

Pros
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