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HD truck scan tool, code reader etc.?

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Deezl Smoke, Dec 21, 2021.

  1. Dec 21, 2021 #1
    Deezl Smoke

    Deezl Smoke Medium Load Member

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    I even used the search feature first and was surprised nothing came up.
    What is your choice for scan tools, code readers, bidirectional communications etc.?

    Just bought a 21 Pete 567 X15 efficiency. I know I'll be replacing sensors soon and often. Looking for a good scan tool that is easy to use and can make adjustments to programs, or even toggle on or off things like adaptive cruise or the anti roll stuff.
     
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  3. Dec 21, 2021 #2
    circle h

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    You will need a laptop, an interface and the correct software. Cummins insite is the program for the x15. Search the internet, but be careful. There are tons of knock off and illegal copies of everything out there. A lot of the knock off interfaces won't work right. I bought the Noregon one and it works well. Look at heavytrucksoftware.net. he has been really helpful for me.
     
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    Deezl Smoke

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    Thank you very much for the quick reply. I have been watching youtube of the Noregon system, and as you mention, it is highly rated. I am looking for outlets that sell for reasonable now. Even amazon has it, but not sure how competitive they are on price. And also as you mention, watch out for bad copies. On something like this, I'd much rather spend the extra for the good, then regret saving 100 that costs me thousands.
     
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  5. Dec 21, 2021 #4
    circle h

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    The guy I bought it from helped me with the laptop remotely. I recommend him because he can answer any questions or help with a problem. I bought a nexiq through Amazon and I returned it. It didn't work right off and there really wasn't any easy customer support.
     
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  7. Dec 25, 2021 #5
    makterna

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    Why wouldnt a desktop work, as long as it is located within range of the cable?

    And how do you identify what interface and software you need?

    I know that on cars, you cant do everything with just a cheap OBD2 interface and the free software that comes with it, you can only read out speed, rpm and a few more things. I understand you need DDDL for a DD15 for example. You could pirate the software if you wanted to, but what about the interface, does DDDL work with any other interface than an original NEXIQ?
     
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  8. Dec 25, 2021 #6
    circle h

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    Merry Christmas. I would think a desktop would work fine, just not easy to take on the road. Here is a picture of the top of the list of the adapters dddl can use. It appears that it can use just about anything. 20211225_064650.jpg
     
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