Best diagnostic tool for a Landrover Discovery 3 MY09

[Flsmith]

We have multiple warning lights along with transmission fault coming up. Cars suspension is lowered etc. We're looking at doing a long trip to Alice Springs soon and don't want to be stranded. The mechanic has suggested we buy a diagnostic tool. What is the best one? We have done much research and are keen on the icarsoft i930 but not sure whether to get generation 1 or 2. We simply want to be able to clear codes, which they all seem to do, but narrow down to specific fault so we can then get the fault repaired. Does anyone have one of these tools? If so, are you happy with it? Will it do all diagnostics and specify individual faults?
We have already cleared the codes twice at the mechanic's, replaced the battery, and brake light switch but codes remain. It's now difficult to get out of 'park'.
The other tool we were looking at was the Hawkeye but big price difference. We don't want something too complicated just something that's easy, not too expensive and will diagnose specific faults in the computer system, particularly if we're in a remote location.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
We have only had this car for 6 weeks, 2 of which we haven't been able to drive it. I realise this is the case for any relatively new vehicle these days so if there's a way we can diagnose new problems, that would be great.

[Tins]

Nanocom. Definitely Nanocom IMO.

[Tins]

Nanocom. Definitely Nanocom IMO.

In fact, I believe there is a group buy on right now. Head over to the market section and check out under the Group Buy section. Also, look under Electronic Diagnostics Systems for more info.

The Nanocom is not 'cheap', but it's cheap compared to being stuck. You can even mount it 'permanently ' to monitor temps etc.

thats my two bob's worth.

[Flsmith]

Thanks. I will have a loom.

[Tombie]

Gap IIDCONTROL..... would be my choice.

[Tins]

Gap IIDCONTROL..... would be my choice.

That too.

[Tins]

That too.

But I prefer having them separate, especially as the Nanocom is powered directly off the OBCD port, and I don't always have power for the phone for whatever reason.

[Roverlord off road spares]

IIDtooBT, BT it to a tablet and get a large screen, it allows you to see live data in graph form also so you can compare ie each cylinder readings against one another. Calibration of air suspension is easy etc.
You can email your data directly.
The support is fantastic.
Only negative is it is locked to your vin.

[Geedublya]

IIDTool. It does so much more. You don't need a bluetooth connection as it will display on the dash. Bluetooth is better though.

[hpal]

I've just got a D3 and have sold my nanocom I had for the Defender. I liked it and mainly bought it to do the ecu remap and the instrument mode was handy as well as the coolant warning alarm. I've no experience with any other diagnostic tool but would like some advice on which one to get. I could just buy another nanocom, or maybe something else. What do the others do that a nanocom doesn't? is the Gap tool the go? What about the one BAS sell with their remap, what does it do? I 'may' do a remap in the future but probably in the mean time just need the diagnostic features in case of trouble.

[Tombie]

IIDtooBT, BT it to a tablet and get a large screen, it allows you to see live data in graph form also so you can compare ie each cylinder readings against one another. Calibration of air suspension is easy etc.
You can email your data directly.
The support is fantastic.
Only negative is it is locked to your vin.

Basic functions aren’t locked.
So you can still help a fellow owner with diagnostics.

Only advanced functions are locked, and if you have a mate you can pay a small fee and add their VIN (up to 15 for BT version I believe).

[hpal]

Can anyone tell me...
Is the BAS2 tool the same as the IID tool?
Would a IID tool be more user friendly than the nanocom? maybe an ipad or something for ease of use
Can any of them shut the EGR's?
Can I load a remap on with the IID? I know I can with the nanocom

Thanks, probably more q's to come as I get my head around it!

[Tombie]

BAS2 is engine only but does remap and code reading for ECU.
IID tool is far more user friendly and stable IMO and iPad/phone is very handy.
EGR close is via a remap (it can be just EGR, not a tune)
Remaps can be loaded via OBD for most models/years - all D3s are covered.

[hpal]

Cheers, so in your opinion maybe the IID BT would be a bit more user friendly and have as much if not more functionality than the nanocom? I could just mount an iphone to the winscreen which would be nice and discreet. The instrument mode on the IID may be more readable

[Tombie]

I like it far more than the Nanocom interface (I have both btw)

The Nanocom lives in a draw nowadays..

[TopEndThom]

BAS2 is engine only but does remap and code reading for ECU.
IID tool is far more user friendly and stable IMO and iPad/phone is very handy.
EGR close is via a remap (it can be just EGR, not a tune)
Remaps can be loaded via OBD for most models/years - all D3s are covered.

Hey Tombie, sorry to drag up an old thread but do you know if the BAS2 RRC tool is still engine only? The web page claims it’s the most capable diagnostic tool available. (Which I doubt)
I have a GAP IID myself but I’m investigating best option for my Dad who wants a tune, EGR delete and full diagnostic and service capabilities.