Thread: Nose down, arse up- your diagnosis?

The new IID tool employs a different security model.
It is VIN locked for extended or advanced functions, but open for basic functions like read and clear faults.

So, if someone has one of these (Looks like I might be first) they can read and clear any vehicle of the same type (ie L322 <2006) but can only program their own car. Also allows use of a hand set (phone, tablet or laptop) so you aren't restricted to the tiny screen.

When it shows up , I'll report back....

Anyhow. You will need someone with All-coms, Hawkeye or test book. Old IID and Faultmate are VIN locked. Or, bite the bullet and get yourself a diagnostic kit, it is an essential tool for any DIYer, and will pay for itself the first time it is needed - like now

So you've opted for the Bluetooth model? Seems the IIDTool is the weapon of choice around here, Bluetooth option looks great, I always have my phone with me, plus my message centre pixels are mostly gone. An extra 200-odd GBP for Bluetooth seems a bit steep though... ouch.
I'm also considering the Allcomms, much cheaper and now unlocked in the same manner as your new IDTool I believe. Have to carry a laptop, not as convenient but do-able.

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Originally Posted by Strangerover

So you've opted for the Bluetooth model? Seems the IIDTool is the weapon of choice around here, Bluetooth option looks great, I always have my phone with me, plus my message centre pixels are mostly gone. An extra 200-odd GBP for Bluetooth seems a bit steep though... ouch.

Yeah, IID is getting too expensive now. Honestly, I only have one because I did testing for them pre-release and got it alot cheaper... Also beware IID BT unit need a device with bluetooth 4 or later. It's a neat unit that is always in the car which I like alot, but price up some other options. Hawkeye is also compact and self contained. I do not carry a laptop all the time.

Latest: Front right bag is hissing like a cut snake, looks like the culprit has been found. Doesn't explain the freeway weirdness, I'm expecting to find more problems when the strut is replaced. A shiny new pair of Delphis are on order, picking them up tomorrow. I'm ready to pull the trigger on one of the cheaper scan tools, have ruled out the hawkeye so it's down to the IIDTool (non-bluetooth) and the Allcomms. Does anyone hold stocks locally?

I have the allcoms, great from the point of view it works with the P38 and the L322 and I have leant it out to several people as it isn't VIN locked. Keep in mind though its a simple unit with very basic functionality and you will need some form of PC also, I keep a small cheap netbook in the car just for that purpose.

I have just noticed the latest version of allcoms has support for the M57 Diesel in the L322. Might be worth a serious look for many now if you don't mind carrying a tablet or laptop on your travels !

Laurie

Strangerover,

It appears as though you have located one problem with that hissing airbag. If you're not up to getting your own tool I suggest you get onto Fred Smith at Bayswater, not far from you I'd say. He has the tools, know how and likes a chat and will give you all the information you can take.

I have no commercial association with Fred Smith Automotive Pty Ltd but I am a client who is time poor.

Originally Posted by Laurie

I have just noticed the latest version of allcoms has support for the M57 Diesel in the L322.
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Now I remember why I didn't go allcoms at the start. It didn't handle the diesel engine and transmission. Game changer now it does IMO