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Scanner that can access Volvo specific codes - does it exist? V70-XC70 2001

posted by someone claiming to be Yuri on Wed May 14 13:50 CST 2008 [RELATED]

I did some research on the web and on this board. I understand that usual OBDII scanners can only access generic codes, mostly about emission system, the codes that start with P0xxx
Volvo specific codes, that start with P1xxx can be accessed by the scanners that Volvo dealers have.
Some web sites claim that their scanners can read, interpret, and clear Volvo codes (SRS, ABS, Climate control, etc). These are usually PC (laptop)- based, and require special software running on a PC. OBDII connection is made with a special cable (serial to OBDII).

Here is my question - does anyone on this esteemed forum used or had a scanner that can read and clear Volvo-specific codes? can this be done at all?

The "No' answer I already know. Does anyone has a "Yes' answer?

Thank you,
Yuri

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posted by tom 240 on Fri May 16 08:04 CST 2008
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Hi,
I think you should try this
http://www.ppc-diagnostic.com/
looks very promising and obout 1500SEK perhaps 150Euros $200
thinkin about testing as havin today one of those general units only.
br Tapsa

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posted by Rule 308 on Thu May 15 06:08 CST 2008
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There are scanners out there that can do it but they are all expensive. I use a laptop with the latest version of Vadis on it which also requires the use of a VST and a couple of cables, total cost including the laptop would be conservatively in the area of $2500.00. Another option would be to get either the Baum or AST tools, the work very well and they carry a multi thousand dollar price tag as well. Now you have a little insight into why shops charge to read and clear your codes. If you have a "manufacturer specific" code you may want to pay someone to take a look at it for you. Not much of a "yes" answer but it is the only one I have.

Mark

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posted by someone claiming to be Yuri on Thu May 15 17:37 CST 2008 [RELATED]

Mark,
Thank you, this helps.

I just feel a bit sad that something I enjoyed and did well for years - repairing my cars is almost taken away from me. I know, I am not the only one.

Well, my bicycle is still under my full control:-)

Will pay a visit to a dealer to clear the SRS code which I foolishly set myself by pulling a fuse without disconnecting the battery.

Yuri

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posted by ShadeTek on Fri May 16 08:35 CST 2008
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If you want to reset the SRS code then you can buy software package here, which will do certain models, but mainly pre 2000.

http://www.ilexa.co.uk/content/category/2/2/2/
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Tek

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