OBDII Scan Tool Advice for 1998 S70

jlrsn · Post by **jlrsn** » 11 Aug 2010, 12:55

Which OBDII Scan Tool will read all of the Volvo “Manufacturer Specific Codes” for my 1998 Volvo S70. I already have several computer based OBDII Scan Software programs such as AutoEnginuity for most Generic Codes plus all of Ford's Manufacturer Specific Codes for my Diesel truck but want a handheld tool that works. I haven't found the info I need Searching this site.

I’ve been looking at the Equus Scan Tools such as the E203100 ($152.39) and the E203130 ($246.91). What really works for you? Any advice?

Jim

Post by **JDS60R** » 11 Aug 2010, 15:00

You need a BSR PPC to read the Volvo codes and reach all the modules.
http://www.ppc-diagnostic.com/

We are waiting on the new version to be released. There used to be one old one on ebay but I'm not sure if its still there.

FCPEURO · Post by **FCPEURO** » 11 Aug 2010, 16:23

That new BRS scanner is really nice. How much is it going to be sold for?

jlrsn · Post by **jlrsn** » 11 Aug 2010, 17:02

JDS60R wrote:You need a BSR PPC to read the Volvo codes and reach all the modules.
http://www.ppc-diagnostic.com/

Thanks for the info. I checked and found that the PPC Diagnostic System works with all Volvo from 2001-2007.
See: http://www.ppc-diagnostic.com/

I then continued researching and and after talking with engineers with different handheld OBDII Scanner companies I decided on the Equus 3130 that has an MSRP of $311.23. I initially found the Equus 3130 new discounted for $246.91 but I finally bought a new Equus 3130 from Amazon for $134.23 plus $6.47 shipping for a total of $140.70. The Equus 3130 scans all the generic OBDII Codes plus all of the Volvo “Manufacturer Specific Codes” for my 1998 Volvo S70.

The engineer lead me through their website to a place that has every code that Volvo has even for the 1998 S70 and he advised me that for my applications I didn't need the more expensive scanners and that the Equus 3130 would give me live data as it was happening whereas the 3100 wouldn't. I hope my research helps others that are looking for a handheld OBDII Scanner that you can easily carry everywhere versus the software versions that I needed to take my laptop with me to scan as I have been doing for the last 8+ years!

If the Equus 3130 does not work as I was told I'll send it back and keep looking.
Thanks for your reply,
Jim

Post by **JDS60R** » 11 Aug 2010, 18:44

The Equus 3130 will only address the manufacturers enhanced OBD codes. Equus will not even talk about the actual Volvo codes. I spoke with them a few years back and again tonight. Currently all Equus scan products can only speak with the ECM . It is blind to the other modules.

The 3130 is avaiallble on Amazon etc for $134

For most repair situations this would be more than you need.

jlrsn · Post by **jlrsn** » 11 Aug 2010, 22:42

JDS60R wrote:The Equus 3130 will only address the manufacturers enhanced OBD codes. Equus will not even talk about the actual Volvo codes. I spoke with them a few years back and again tonight. Currently all Equus scan products can only speak with the ECM . It is blind to the other modules.

The 3130 is available on Amazon etc for $134

For most repair situations this would be more than you need.

Thanks JDS60R,
I should have the 3130 that I ordered from Amazon early next week and I'll see what it will do. It cost me $134.23 plus $6.47 shipping for a total of $140.70. The PPC Diagnostic System only works with the 2001-2007 Volvos. It also does not work with the S80 D/D5/TDI 1999-2000, the C70 98-05, and the S/V40 96-04. The 1998 year Volvo is an orphan in many ways!
Thanks for checking with Equus,
Jim