Reading OBD codes requires an OBD scanner, which can cost between $30 and $60. It’s a handheld tool with a 16-pin trapezoidal connector that plugs into the vehicle and interprets the OBD code.

A code reader for your car can mean the difference between dropping everything and heading for the mechanic and letting that warning light ride a little bit.

Get the read on your car issues with an OBD-II code reader. I tried out some of the top brands on the market to find the best one for your needs.

The ZR8 is able to reset oil lights, perform battery/alternator system checks, and erase ABS codes for domestic vehicles. A trip-cycle procedure and data streaming are also included.

We recently got our hands on the new GoTech mobile OBD-II diagnostic tool and put it through its paces on several trucks in our fleet. The GoTech is more than just a code reader, though.

Reading and understanding OBD2 trouble codes today couldn't be easier. This is partly because of tools like Innova's Digital CAN OBD2 Code Reader. The Innova code reader performs tasks from the ...