Is it really worth the 100 bucks tho? My dad bought one for 10 bucks and im not sure if i should get the BlueDriver. I’m a student so all my money that i have goes into savings for a car, what should i do in your opinion?
For an experienced auto mechanic that knows what all the sensor information means this is AWESOME. Mode 6, live data and freeze frame data are very useful if you know what you are looking at. Being able to read real time sensor info like short term fuel trim, rpm, etc is gold information for someone who knows what he is doing. Getting fix info is also gold, for some reason I thought I saw this was from Identafix, if so then it is spot on. A lot of people think that just because they have what caused the code and all it takes is to replace that part are dead wrong, the parts stores will read your code and then sell you the part, most of the time it is not the part they sold you that is the problem. For instance code says right front brake sensor failure. More times than not (like 99% of the time) it is the wiring harness for the brake sensor at fault. or and o2 sensor code, rarely is it the o2 sensor, but ppeople throw o2 sensors at cars like there is no tomorrow. Since we can read real time data like long and short term fuel trims we can trace down the problem too something like a small crack or loose clamp left loose (seen a million times) in the air induction hose from the air filter housing to the throttle body causing a lean fuel trim. As a retired ASE Master Tech I WANT this. wife says Mmeh! I also recommend.
Very helpful comment. Seven years later, I want to know did you get this one? Has it changed or would you recommend a different model or make now, in 2024? Thanks
I've had my Bluedriver for about 3 years now and love it. I will periodically just use it to check the health of my vehicles even when there is no check engine code light on. It shows more data than just the basic code reader used at the auto parts store. Love how it gives potential causes and fixes to try. No having to drive across town to the auto parts store to check what codes you may be throwing. Small lightweight and easy to carry with you or throw in your pocket.
Got this for my son and now we're both using it. This is the best automotive purchase I've made. It helps protect against ripoff mechanics, performs diagnostics that let me do my own repairs without having to go to a shop, clears codes and more. Love it!
@@Max_n_ruby it works on any modern vehicle with OBD2 port (I'm pretty sure all modern cars have this) The advanced features only work on the brands Chris mentioned.
I bought one of these about 6 months ago, saved so so much....It’s a great tool, worth every penny....I take it and shove it into friends cars, trucks, it downloads the appropriate files, and it’s very accurate and informative. Huge database of just about every car...
Britney Miller it's a slippery slope. that's the issue with freebies. and why Amazon for example is starting to delete thousands of reviews from non-buyers
Saw this video a year ago and got myself a BlueDriver. Now I can let all my friends know exactly what’s wrong with their vehicle without being ripped off by some shady mechanic. Thanks for the heads up on this product, Chris.
I bought one a little while ago and it's amazing! I love how it updates frequently and wasn't able to but now is able to scan all modules on my G37 but can for all Nissan/Infiniti vehicles
I bought an auto x ray in 98 and have used it many times with great success but there is no support anymore so I researched and bought this. WOW. New technology is great. I have been an electronics technician since 69 and have seen technology go from vacuum tubes to what we have today. This scanner is the way to go for any one. You can buy others for les money but as usual you get what you pay for. Believe Chris on this one. He is one smart educated sharing person. Thanks Chris.
Hey, Chris... I purchased this product after seen this video a few years back. I had a 02 GMC Envoy, and this tool aided me a bit. True be told, I was not happy with it at the time because it did not have sufficient information based on my truck. I came very closed to give it away more than once that's how frustrated I was with it. For the past week, I have been looking into getting another car because I could not fix my truck anymore and I decided to take the BlueDriver along with me. Needless to say, the information provided by the BlueDriver has saved me a lot of pain and money. I have come to love the ability to scan all available modules of a car when I am in the middle of drive testing it. Most of the cars feel good when driving them, aside from some weird noises when the engine is running or the white smoke coming out if the tailpipe is usual tare & ware. The new update to the software and the information provided from the scan has left many sellers looking dum. I guess they did not expect to see someone come in and scan their cars. Most people leave that to the professionals, I just cut the middle man and safe money in the process. It's about 100 to 150 USD to scan and pre-buy inspection of a car and I must have seen ten cars the past week. If I had to pay the mechanics fee for pre-buy inspection every time I would be in the red just by doing that instead of saving the money for the car I need. Enough said, Thank you and have a great weekend...
I brought a cheap one from China. $10.00 used it a few times and having wireless connection issues with the device. I will definitely invest in the blue driver in the future. I guess you get what you pay for
Thank you. I’m a woman with a truck, my check engine light came on. Asked Ford to check code when I take my truck in for an oil change. Wanted me to leave my truck for the whole day so they could run the diagnostic. Said no and just bought the BlueDriver. Will run it myself.
I just got mine two days ago. Found out you have one and feel like im doing something right. It's already saved me money on an abs light. Now to tackle the electrical issues.....
Bought the Bluedriver couple weeks ago and found it very easy to use, just like ChrisFix says. Diagnosed an O2 sensor over voltage on my Miata. I am used car shopping and plan to take it with me when I find a likely candidate to see what I can see.
Thank you Chris. My wife bought this for me to use on our Ram and Durango. It identified the problems so I don't have to go to the dealer and that I can do myself. Great buy
i know this video is old but thank you for this. i recently started living on my own and i simply cannot afford to pay every time something is wrong with my car, great way for me to start learning!
I've been looking at purchasing an OBD2 scanner - half way through your video I paused and ordered the BlueDriver OBD2 from Amazon. The App is downloaded to both my iPhone and my iPad Pro 9.7. Thanks again for the clear instruction and video.
This tool was recommended in MT or R&T last year. I purchased one. Our '01 A-6 has had the check engine light on more than off over the years. This BlueDriver eliminated the ABS light which has not come back on. It eliminated the check engine light also which has not come back on. Once a sensor trips the circuit it is forever it seems. Not with this tool now. I highly recommend it. (Also, I did clean and check ABS connectors, fuse clips etc, looking for corrosion after 14 years. Neat tool. Thanks.
Best thing about Blue Driver (when you have an internet connection) will pull down the top 4 issues of a specific problem. You then email the report to yourself or friend and look it over. The report gives you items you may not think would be the problem. One item I can't seem to find on Blue Driver is nowhere does it show the battery voltage.
If your car doesn't read the voltage to transmit to the device it won't be available. The cheap tool store sells entry level multimeters for under $5. You'll be glad you have it for other things.
I know this Video is older but I forgot to say thanks for this recommendation. This scan tool especially now is the absolute best value OBDll Scanned Ive seen. I got mine for $85 On Amazon with a coupon and its been incredibly useful when I have to buy a car or at least see what codes are in my Car
I have been looking at reviews on this product for about 4 days now. This is by far, the best review of the Blue Driver on the web to date. They should take care of you for this review Chris.
No need to manually input your vin, as it will detect it for you. Also this device will give you service bulletin notices as well. Talk about saving you money. Almost all dealers aren't going to tell you about service bulletins but so many exist. Blue driver is an awesome product.
I just purchased this & I've gotta say one of the best purchases ever, it read the exact code as the dealer said which is catalytic converter or 02 sensor code, but I was able too clear all codes with no problems
I may honestly consider this. From this review and the other reviews on amazon, I'm thinking this would be a nice tool to have just in case. For less than the price of one weekly trip to the grocery store, this is a nice piece of mind that could save you a trip to the dealer or parts store. Then if you do need to go to the store or dealer, you will be better informed on what they will be telling you and that could save you a ton of money and time.
What I've found is that most of these obd dongles. Are useless to a professional tech. But basically most do the same job. Some have more features then others. And some do professional stuff. But require fees to keep using said features overtime or add these too different cars. Like autel and thinkdiag. Kinda disappointing honestly.
Not only is this a great video on the product being reviewed but its a super presentation in and of itself - information flow, camera close-ups, the narrator's diction et al.... Not everyone has all the right tools at the same time but this should be required viewing on the standard to aim at, when looking to publish content.
Agree. A lot of the videos is a single camera, no shotgun or lav mic, no editing and so many awkward pauses, some don't even have good lighting. This really speaks to Chris's professionalism and makes his content believable.
ChrisFix Used that term all the time (back in the day), regardless of the value, honesty. It became pricey regardless (when visiting OEM establishments) so the term stuck.
You should do more diagnostic videos, ECU programming, Ecu flashing, key programming, and stuff like that. I’ve watched all your videos and it looks like you’re at that point of moving forward with helping people fix their cars the right way!! Also you do a wonderful job at explaining everything correctly!! LAUNCH Digun V sells a cheap scan tool that would be in the ball park for people who work on their cars at home and not in a shop. That tool also supports all of the programming that I said above. Hope this comment finds you and inspires you to take that next step and make some more wonderful videos🤘🏼😎
Did my research on OBD2 scanners, and chose the blue driver and to hear that it’s your favorite just backs my decision even more. Mine comes in in 2 weeks, going to be using it at a Lexus dealership
You want to tell people that just because you have a scanner and retrieve a code, that doesn't automatically fix the car. The part associated with the code doesn't necessarily fix the car. It could be the wiring, a connection, or possibly a control module (computer). If you do not have a repair manual with a flow chart, you could spend a lot of money on a nonreturnable part, and it not be the problem. The manual gives you the color and location of wires and connectors to check, and also parameters for electrical parts that you may be able to test with a volt meter or diagnostic tool. The live data is a big plus, but if you don't know if the information is correct or not, that doesn't help. I'm just saying that it's not always that simple and people think their getting ripped off at the dealership, when the independent shops labor rates are not too far behind, and they might not have the training or technology to make those repairs. I sat threw a lot of class room time at the GM tech center to just try to learn the basics and then keep up with the ever changing technology. Let's not forget on vehicles made over the past 10 or 15 years, that now when you replace certain parts, they have to be programmed to the vehicle or the vehicle relearned. I have a Launch CRP129 for my own use. It is very impressive with the fact it pretty much covers every vehicle to the year 2015. It depends on what the manufacturer has enabled you to see, usually the newer, the more info. The engine, trans, ABS, SRS, are the general ones, but it doesn't program keys, or pcm's, or do a battery relearn when it's been replaced, or a timing relearn when you change the belt. That's why I have to buy a new one with those capabilities so I don't have to be at someone else's mercy either.
True, and totally agree. But if you are not savy enough to know that this only points you in the direction of whats acting up or not working. No matter if you get this or get the premier software you still gotta put in work
As a professional tech I'd have to agree with ya. Granted I have a CRP123 as a backup scanner somewhere in the back of my toolbox. But it's rather common for someone to throw $$$at their car in parts and then bring it to us for an hour of diagnosis and a quick fix. Some even think we have super computers that tells us what to fix. Ha!
You must be in my algorithm radar as I was just looking at this obd 2 on Amazon and my question was “what does the mode 6 do”. Sure enough I went to TH-cam to search and you were there :) thanks Chris you’re the best!
I bought one a few months ago, works great! The mention about stealerships, get this, there is a dealer in the city I live in telling customers their oil needs to be changed ever three months no mater how far they drive!
Actually, this is not a bad strategy or “rule of thumb” for the average driver. If you know you need to change your oil winter, spring, summer and fall, you are less likely to forget about changing your oil. I first heard this strategy back in the 1970’s from my auto tech instructor. It’s the strategy he used and I pretty much use it to this day. Of course, I do all my own oil changes and they run me under $20 a pop. And considering my wife and I each drive about 20 - 24k miles a year, it works out about right, mileage-wise. If you only drive 5000 miles a year, then yes, this is overkill.
Chris I’ve been watching your videos on and off for a few years and ultimately you’re doing solid work man props but is this machine worth it in 2021? I’m not sure if you’ve had any new machines since then but your advice would be amazing
The best bang for your buck even if you never use it. Just having the BlueDriver available will let you know what’s wrong before taking your car to the mechanic or if you even need to. Great review
These tools are good for occasional use but you should never leave them permanantly plugged in. I have seen these mess with the cars circuitry because when the pins of the OBD are engaged, cheaper scan tools like these allow some voltage crossover leading to poor fuse connections or parasitic draw conditions. Just be careful.
89$ gosh darn dollars to hook my car up to a mechanics computer. When I told the mechanic that I did research and it's my mega fuse. He charged me 36$ for a mega fuse! I looked on eBay, it was 10$ I want to screeeeAmmm! With this tool, hopefully that won't happen to me anymore! Stealership is right. ARRRRGGGGG
You do know Mechanics get paid for what the do right? They don't get hourly wage. So, with that in mind lets look at your scenario. Tech gets work order, goes and looks for the car parked on the lot. This can take some time if it is a large dealer lot. pulls your car into the garage, gets the $5000.00 scan tool that every few years requires a large $$ 1k-5k software update. He pulls your codes, has to diagnose what the code is reporting, he then goes to the parts dept, waits to be served, gets part quote and writes up the estimate. laps time 30min to 1.5 hrs depending on the diagnosing he has to do. Why didn't you just put the fuse in yourself? .As far as what the fuse cost, if the shop paid $10.00 for the fuse and then charged you for what it payed the electric, insurance,rent, and a myriad of ther bills would not get paid would they? What about that shirt you bought at Macy's, Dillards etc for $65.00 You don't gripe that they paid $8.00 for it do you? Customers that bring their own parts are a special breed in my opinion. I wonder if they bring their own Steak to the Steak house when they go out to eat.
Yeah, 2 VVT Solenoids from Amazon for a 2010 Chevy Equinox are $50 for Intake and Exhaust. 10 minutes installation. Autozone is $50 and I am sure my mechanic will add his cut to that plus $60 an hour to take 2 screws off and put them back on. This tool saved me a car load of money, $100 total cost for me doing it.
Great review I have been working on my cars since 1995, I first used a scan tool on that very same Snap On tool that was not very beginner friendly. I took automotive at a community college, now I’m never ripped off on big jobs, because I now what I’m talking about.
My advice on any obd2 reader bluetooth or not is to email the manufacturer (of the obd2) with your make and model and vin number of your car first before buying to make sure it is compatible and all the features will work. Trust me I learned the hard way.
Another solid piece of work. Given the high quality of your videos and your clarity explaining things have you ever been approached by anyone to do this professionally? I'm thinking Motorweek or one of the Powerblock type shows. You certainly have the skills.
That was an awesome review, Chris! That device has a ton more features than FIXD! I have FIXD, but I'm not too happy with it. My mother-in-law had a check engine light on, I ran a scan and it found no issues. I had an intermittent oil light and FIXD found not issues even when the light was on. I don't know if BlueDriver would've found those issues, but I do like the bigger feature set BlueDriver has to offer. One of the other things FIXD could not tell me is that I needed an $1500 front struts and control arm replacement. I really don't fault the device for that since I don't think my 2007 vehicle at the time had sensors to find issues like that, so I imagine both devices couldn't detect that. When my subscription is over with FIXD, I think I'll give BlueDriver a try.
Darwin W can i ask you a question? what if i buy a car off someone who took of a check engine light.. how can i know? will this thing help me? please reply
Mechanics are stealers these days. The things they do to your car is unbelievable. They lie and sometimes loosen a part on your car so you can come back for another problem.
I was pissed when I found one sliced a tiny slit through my hydraulic steering-pump line. It lasted a good 3 days before pressure finally tore threw it. They wanted me to go back there, they guessed wrong.
I took my 99 Mustang to Midas for a complete brake job a few years ago, after returning from Iraq. 4 years later I have uneven pad wear and grooved, damaged rotors. It turns out the guys at Midas did not service the guide pins (very easy process) that the calipers ride on, so the pins seized and prevented the calipers from free floating and thus destroying my brake pad and rotors from one side only. They also failed to instal the flat springs that go on the back of the front brake pads (they’re supposed to come with your new set of pads). *smh - Now I just do the brake job myself, save money and it gets done way better. I also take my time to clean everything well, lubricate, apply anti-seize and torque things properly.
Well mechanics know that your car is your freedom and independence. So they take advantage of that to better their business. Horrible but true! However, there are crooked people in every profession. To avoid the bad eggs, always look for reviews and do research before you choose a place. And get one of these little devices to help you out!
I badly experienced it at 2 PURRFECT AUTO SERVICE in Las Vegas. That's why they, gently, send you back to the waiting room, so, later, the manager calls you and gives you the bad news. THESE GUYS INVENT REPARATIONS OR REPLACEMENTS THAT YOUR CAR DOESN'T NEED.
LOVED IT!!! I just want to give you Chris a big "SHOUT OUT" & "THANK YOU"!!!! You take time out of your life to shoot these videos for all of "us"..... I know for myself personally you have saved my "wallet" a couple times now & although I couldn't pay you what you're worth, is there a way folks (like myself) could maybe donate towards your videos?? Again, Thank You So Much for doing this!!!!!
I've owned one for years. I have the 1st year of OBD2 systems (96 Impala SS). Haven't used the BlueDriver that often but when I have, it pointed me to the problem issue.
I use the Carly & Bimmercode myself. For Carly, I paid almost 200 for the port and premium package a couple yrs ago. Now to have it all, it's like 150. There's also a yearly fee. The big difference between the two is you can code your vehicle from a list of 100s with Carly.
Hi Chris, First off thanks for the videos. I am an old retired mechanic. I pulled out the engine of my first car and rebuilt it in 1964. I was just 15 years old and had it rebuilt before I got my drivers license. I have recently been looking at and trying scan tools. I have access to a Snap-On Modis but want one of my own. I have narrowed my search down to the BlueDriver and a BlueLink MX+. I am going to order one or the other of them this week. I know this video is old but have you heard of the BlueLink MX+?
ChrisFix hi Chris. I did a mass air and throttle body on my 2010 Camry and now I have check engine and track off light on. I disconnect the negative from my battery they disappear momentarily but then when I go for a ride the lights appears again. Any ideas ???
Do you actually understand how to use it? There's a reason people are willing to pay $80 for diagnostics when anyone can go to harbor freight and pick up a $30 scanner or even this bluedriver for $100. Theres more to it than plugging this in..
I am automotive technician , you are right some mechanics are liars,but I also see allot of DIYERs make mistakes I end up fixing . By replacing part according to the code works only in 80% ,well good luck with other 20%.Also some code reader don't support ABS/AWD, SRS and climate control.
@Sir Hiffwe in my shop if a customer comes in telling me what to do there is no warranty on the fix if his diag dont fix it he will end up paying me to diag and fix what is actually the problem to begin with
Not sure if it’s able through OBD2 to read alternator, but that would make this the perfect tool since it can do much more than a regular scanner including telling you how long the light has been on. Love to to see that to keep a eye on your voltage.
Hi Chris......I did get the exact same model but my device only have 5 pins on top and 4 at bottom....I pause your video and see your have 14, 15 or 16 pins......what was the difference on mine?.....should I have to return it or what can I do?
8 years later it’s still helping people. I just bought mine and it worked perfectly.
Awesome!
Most other reviewers babble on about nothing instead of explaining what the unit has got.
Is it really worth the 100 bucks tho? My dad bought one for 10 bucks and im not sure if i should get the BlueDriver. I’m a student so all my money that i have goes into savings for a car, what should i do in your opinion?
@@wuliam9935 it can save you thousands of dollars in repair costs by taking it with you to check out a used car. I’d say it’s worth the investment.
@@chrisfixhi Chris , dose this thing calibrates Toyota Highlander 2015 seat?
For an experienced auto mechanic that knows what all the sensor information means this is AWESOME.
Mode 6, live data and freeze frame data are very useful if you know what you are looking at.
Being able to read real time sensor info like short term fuel trim, rpm, etc is gold information for someone who knows what he is doing.
Getting fix info is also gold, for some reason I thought I saw this was from Identafix, if so then it is spot on.
A lot of people think that just because they have what caused the code and all it takes is to replace that part are dead wrong, the parts stores will read your code and then sell you the part, most of the time it is not the part they sold you that is the problem.
For instance code says right front brake sensor failure. More times than not (like 99% of the time) it is the wiring harness for the brake sensor at fault.
or and o2 sensor code, rarely is it the o2 sensor, but ppeople throw o2 sensors at cars like there is no tomorrow.
Since we can read real time data like long and short term fuel trims we can trace down the problem too something like a small crack or loose clamp left loose (seen a million times) in the air induction hose from the air filter housing to the throttle body causing a lean fuel trim.
As a retired ASE Master Tech I WANT this. wife says Mmeh!
I also recommend.
Considering the labor rates for mechanics, and the cost of this device, you should be able to completely justify its purchase to your wife.
@@chucklemberg4968 If you have to justify a 100 dollar purchase to your wife, get a set of balls.
Just got mine - best Christmas ever 🥰
Very helpful comment. Seven years later, I want to know did you get this one? Has it changed or would you recommend a different model or make now, in 2024? Thanks
@@Yowzoe I got it this year on Feb and it’s amazing - 10/10
I've had my Bluedriver for about 3 years now and love it. I will periodically just use it to check the health of my vehicles even when there is no check engine code light on. It shows more data than just the basic code reader used at the auto parts store. Love how it gives potential causes and fixes to try. No having to drive across town to the auto parts store to check what codes you may be throwing. Small lightweight and easy to carry with you or throw in your pocket.
How’s the speed? Is it laggy or takes a long time to read and download?
@@corie_1032 Takes awhile to read
Got this for my son and now we're both using it. This is the best automotive purchase I've made. It helps protect against ripoff mechanics, performs diagnostics that let me do my own repairs without having to go to a shop, clears codes and more. Love it!
I'm glad you're happy with your purchase!
@@chrisfix i ask you a questen 3 years ago and never got a aswner
@@b4322558 boo hoo. I’m sure he gets a million questions, he can’t answer them all
If Chris fix approved thus reader I'm buying it. I rarely trust people but when it comes to Chris I believe in his words.
You will love it! This is the best scanner for the price!
ChrisFix will this work on a 2015 mazda 6?
@@Max_n_ruby it works on any modern vehicle with OBD2 port (I'm pretty sure all modern cars have this)
The advanced features only work on the brands Chris mentioned.
Henok Haile how’s it workin out for ya?
Tool without on off switch will use car battery all the time even key off,I got one on ebay $12 with switch.
I bought one of these about 6 months ago, saved so so much....It’s a great tool, worth every penny....I take it and shove it into friends cars, trucks, it downloads the appropriate files, and it’s very accurate and informative. Huge database of just about every car...
Chris is the one-and-only vehicle maintenance guy that I need. What an outstanding array of videos that he posts! Love the channel.
This video is on their website. If they're not paying you then they owe you money.
I agree. Please like this comment so Chris will see it. :)
Ken MacMillan He most likely got it for free, it is a very useful product that he uses all the time to diagnose vehicle issues.
LRCM Gaming I think your right.
many firms send him freebies from tyre pressure monitors to obd readers etc.
Ken MacMillan And the problem is?
The product works and has good reviews. I don't see the issue...
Britney Miller it's a slippery slope. that's the issue with freebies. and why Amazon for example is starting to delete thousands of reviews from non-buyers
Saw this video a year ago and got myself a BlueDriver. Now I can let all my friends know exactly what’s wrong with their vehicle without being ripped off by some shady mechanic. Thanks for the heads up on this product, Chris.
Would it work on a suzuki grand vitara 2003 2.0 diesel and 2005 same
Yes it would, actually, it works with any vehicle that has a current ob2 port
How much you pay for a month for Bluedriver
@@estebangonzalez7116 no fee
how is it now? still using it?
I bought one a little while ago and it's amazing! I love how it updates frequently and wasn't able to but now is able to scan all modules on my G37 but can for all Nissan/Infiniti vehicles
I bought an auto x ray in 98 and have used it many times with great success but there is no support anymore so I researched and bought this. WOW. New technology is great. I have been an electronics technician since 69 and have seen technology go from vacuum tubes to what we have today. This scanner is the way to go for any one. You can buy others for les money but as usual you get what you pay for. Believe Chris on this one. He is one smart educated sharing person.
Thanks Chris.
Hey, Chris... I purchased this product after seen this video a few years back. I had a 02 GMC Envoy, and this tool aided me a bit. True be told, I was not happy with it at the time because it did not have sufficient information based on my truck. I came very closed to give it away more than once that's how frustrated I was with it. For the past week, I have been looking into getting another car because I could not fix my truck anymore and I decided to take the BlueDriver along with me. Needless to say, the information provided by the BlueDriver has saved me a lot of pain and money. I have come to love the ability to scan all available modules of a car when I am in the middle of drive testing it. Most of the cars feel good when driving them, aside from some weird noises when the engine is running or the white smoke coming out if the tailpipe is usual tare & ware. The new update to the software and the information provided from the scan has left many sellers looking dum. I guess they did not expect to see someone come in and scan their cars. Most people leave that to the professionals, I just cut the middle man and safe money in the process. It's about 100 to 150 USD to scan and pre-buy inspection of a car and I must have seen ten cars the past week. If I had to pay the mechanics fee for pre-buy inspection every time I would be in the red just by doing that instead of saving the money for the car I need. Enough said, Thank you and have a great weekend...
I own one and I'm a licensed tech that works in the field and let me tell you it's a great tool.
+The Snap-On Tool Review thanks for sharing!!!
Can you use this product to reset and recalibrate the steering angle sensor?
Christopher White no
Can that work on Nissan sunny cean16 ? Model 2004
Can you use this to reset the odometer for a new engine swap?
I brought a cheap one from China. $10.00 used it a few times and having wireless connection issues with the device. I will definitely invest in the blue driver in the future. I guess you get what you pay for
Thank you. I’m a woman with a truck, my check engine light came on. Asked Ford to check code when I take my truck in for an oil change. Wanted me to leave my truck for the whole day so they could run the diagnostic. Said no and just bought the BlueDriver. Will run it myself.
They should have been able to scan that in a few minutes no problem, good for you getting it done yourself now!
I just got mine two days ago. Found out you have one and feel like im doing something right. It's already saved me money on an abs light. Now to tackle the electrical issues.....
Bought the Bluedriver couple weeks ago and found it very easy to use, just like ChrisFix says. Diagnosed an O2 sensor over voltage on my Miata. I am used car shopping and plan to take it with me when I find a likely candidate to see what I can see.
Chris recommended means this is the scan tool I'm buying. Most trustworthy mechanic on TH-cam period.
Thank you Chris. My wife bought this for me to use on our Ram and Durango. It identified the problems so I don't have to go to the dealer and that I can do myself. Great buy
I'm glad this worked for you and you can save some money now! Thanks a lot Brian!
i know this video is old but thank you for this. i recently started living on my own and i simply cannot afford to pay every time something is wrong with my car, great way for me to start learning!
Thanks a lot! This should definitely help you out with your car
I've been looking at purchasing an OBD2 scanner - half way through your video I paused and ordered the BlueDriver OBD2 from Amazon. The App is downloaded to both my iPhone and my iPad Pro 9.7. Thanks again for the clear instruction and video.
This tool was recommended in MT or R&T last year. I purchased one. Our '01 A-6 has had the check engine light on more than off over the years. This BlueDriver eliminated the ABS light which has not come back on. It eliminated the check engine light also which has not come back on. Once a sensor trips the circuit it is forever it seems. Not with this tool now. I highly recommend it. (Also, I did clean and check ABS connectors, fuse clips etc, looking for corrosion after 14 years. Neat tool. Thanks.
James Tennier you could have just disconnected your battery for 20 minutes. Basically just resets the computer.
Best thing about Blue Driver (when you have an internet connection) will pull down the top 4 issues of a specific problem.
You then email the report to yourself or friend and look it over. The report gives you items you may not think would be the problem.
One item I can't seem to find on Blue Driver is nowhere does it show the battery voltage.
If your car doesn't read the voltage to transmit to the device it won't be available. The cheap tool store sells entry level multimeters for under $5. You'll be glad you have it for other things.
I know this Video is older but I forgot to say thanks for this recommendation. This scan tool especially now is the absolute best value OBDll Scanned Ive seen. I got mine for $85 On Amazon with a coupon and its been incredibly useful when I have to buy a car or at least see what codes are in my Car
I'm glad it works well for you!
I have been looking at reviews on this product for about 4 days now. This is by far, the best review of the Blue Driver on the web to date. They should take care of you for this review Chris.
No need to manually input your vin, as it will detect it for you. Also this device will give you service bulletin notices as well. Talk about saving you money. Almost all dealers aren't going to tell you about service bulletins but so many exist. Blue driver is an awesome product.
Exactly!
About the VIN, it detected the Nissan, Toyota and GM but the 2002 Dodge it couldn't and I entered it myself. Not bad though
ChrisFix i have a 94 chevy Silverado and a 05 Prius hybrid can i use for both cars of them?
Yes
B.K. Huber Consulting perfect...thank you
I just purchased this & I've gotta say one of the best purchases ever, it read the exact code as the dealer said which is catalytic converter or 02 sensor code, but I was able too clear all codes with no problems
I may honestly consider this. From this review and the other reviews on amazon, I'm thinking this would be a nice tool to have just in case. For less than the price of one weekly trip to the grocery store, this is a nice piece of mind that could save you a trip to the dealer or parts store. Then if you do need to go to the store or dealer, you will be better informed on what they will be telling you and that could save you a ton of money and time.
"Obviously I don't have a check engine light." Okay chris we get it you take care of your cars 😎
I can't believe I have not known this device for 9 years. It should be pretty up to date today. Just bought one on Amazon. I hope it'll help
Hello Chris would you be able to make a video with different obd2 scanners and their purposes, thanks
+1
Please Chris make that video
+ make it please
Make it plz. This video actually helped too
Thanks Chris 👌🏽
What I've found is that most of these obd dongles. Are useless to a professional tech. But basically most do the same job. Some have more features then others. And some do professional stuff. But require fees to keep using said features overtime or add these too different cars. Like autel and thinkdiag. Kinda disappointing honestly.
@@hairpunut Appreciate that info; if you don’t mind me asking did you decide on one specifically?
Just bought one of these and still waiting for it in the mail. Great info Chris. Gave me more insight on this tool, nice vid.
Not only is this a great video on the product being reviewed but its a super presentation in and of itself - information flow, camera close-ups, the narrator's diction et al....
Not everyone has all the right tools at the same time but this should be required viewing on the standard to aim at, when looking to publish content.
Agree. A lot of the videos is a single camera, no shotgun or lav mic, no editing and so many awkward pauses, some don't even have good lighting. This really speaks to Chris's professionalism and makes his content believable.
10:10 so NO ONE heard he said Stealership instead of Dealership? Lol that was funny
;)
yeah they wanted to charge me $275 just for reading the codes the other day because my obd2 wouldn’t read diesel trucks so I bought this one
Here, I ran that segment five times to make sure I heard what Chris said :D
haha i thought i was the only one who heard that
Funny but true!
Did you say "Stealership?" LOL man!!
A LeBlanc Yes, I have never been to a dealership where they were honest. They are always lying and trying to cheat you out of money!
Amen!
ChrisFix Used that term all the time (back in the day), regardless of the value, honesty. It became pricey regardless (when visiting OEM establishments) so the term stuck.
what do you think of it Chris fix?
ChrisFix , do u still recommend this over others in the market in 2017?
I bought this scanner 8 months ago and it easily pays for itself, best $100 I ever spent
You should do more diagnostic videos, ECU programming, Ecu flashing, key programming, and stuff like that. I’ve watched all your videos and it looks like you’re at that point of moving forward with helping people fix their cars the right way!! Also you do a wonderful job at explaining everything correctly!! LAUNCH Digun V sells a cheap scan tool that would be in the ball park for people who work on their cars at home and not in a shop. That tool also supports all of the programming that I said above. Hope this comment finds you and inspires you to take that next step and make some more wonderful videos🤘🏼😎
Thank you for the great review, I was gonna buy the fixd but I’m sold on bluedriver.
I also subscribed to your channel
I bought the Fixd it was ok bit didnt like it much. I wish I saw this video before I bought a Kobra.
Did my research on OBD2 scanners, and chose the blue driver and to hear that it’s your favorite just backs my decision even more. Mine comes in in 2 weeks, going to be using it at a Lexus dealership
How’s it working?
You want to tell people that just because you have a scanner and retrieve a code, that doesn't automatically fix the car. The part associated with the code doesn't necessarily fix the car. It could be the wiring, a connection, or possibly a control module (computer). If you do not have a repair manual with a flow chart, you could spend a lot of money on a nonreturnable part, and it not be the problem. The manual gives you the color and location of wires and connectors to check, and also parameters for electrical parts that you may be able to test with a volt meter or diagnostic tool. The live data is a big plus, but if you don't know if the information is correct or not, that doesn't help. I'm just saying that it's not always that simple and people think their getting ripped off at the dealership, when the independent shops labor rates are not too far behind, and they might not have the training or technology to make those repairs. I sat threw a lot of class room time at the GM tech center to just try to learn the basics and then keep up with the ever changing technology. Let's not forget on vehicles made over the past 10 or 15 years, that now when you replace certain parts, they have to be programmed to the vehicle or the vehicle relearned. I have a Launch CRP129 for my own use. It is very impressive with the fact it pretty much covers every vehicle to the year 2015. It depends on what the manufacturer has enabled you to see, usually the newer, the more info. The engine, trans, ABS, SRS, are the general ones, but it doesn't program keys, or pcm's, or do a battery relearn when it's been replaced, or a timing relearn when you change the belt. That's why I have to buy a new one with those capabilities so I don't have to be at someone else's mercy either.
True, and totally agree. But if you are not savy enough to know that this only points you in the direction of whats acting up or not working. No matter if you get this or get the premier software you still gotta put in work
As a professional tech I'd have to agree with ya. Granted I have a CRP123 as a backup scanner somewhere in the back of my toolbox. But it's rather common for someone to throw $$$at their car in parts and then bring it to us for an hour of diagnosis and a quick fix. Some even think we have super computers that tells us what to fix. Ha!
6:12 I swear I read 'Shit selenoid is damaged', I was like wow, the app also detects the quality of the components
That is funny
You must be in my algorithm radar as I was just looking at this obd 2 on Amazon and my question was “what does the mode 6 do”. Sure enough I went to TH-cam to search and you were there :) thanks Chris you’re the best!
Perfect
Going to purchase one! I keep finding great reviews on this scanner...and saw it on here first :) Love your easy to watch videos Chris!
It been a year but how is it
I have the blue driver and highly recommend it. a must need for buying a used vehicle.
Mark Brisbane hey
Does this device checks if engine light, car temperature are working properly or not?
It will give you the codes and possible repairs or reported repairs. It checks almost everything
Zubair Aliyes it does. just use the b current data stream features
I see you have to download the app is that free? like I mean free,is it free fr frist 5x or free fr 3months? any other fees ?
It's free, no ads or payments. This is the full version not a 3 months trail. Works great.
I bought one a few months ago, works great! The mention about stealerships, get this, there is a dealer in the city I live in telling customers their oil needs to be changed ever three months no mater how far they drive!
Actually, this is not a bad strategy or “rule of thumb” for the average driver. If you know you need to change your oil winter, spring, summer and fall, you are less likely to forget about changing your oil. I first heard this strategy back in the 1970’s from my auto tech instructor. It’s the strategy he used and I pretty much use it to this day. Of course, I do all my own oil changes and they run me under $20 a pop. And considering my wife and I each drive about 20 - 24k miles a year, it works out about right, mileage-wise. If you only drive 5000 miles a year, then yes, this is overkill.
Thanks Chris! I've been searching online on what to buy, and this video really helped me. I guess I'm gonna get myself a blue driver now.... 😂
Chris I’ve been watching your videos on and off for a few years and ultimately you’re doing solid work man props but is this machine worth it in 2021? I’m not sure if you’ve had any new machines since then but your advice would be amazing
The best bang for your buck even if you never use it. Just having the BlueDriver available will let you know what’s wrong before taking your car to the mechanic or if you even need to. Great review
10:11 "Stealership" - Priceless!!! :) :) :)
These tools are good for occasional use but you should never leave them permanantly plugged in. I have seen these mess with the cars circuitry because when the pins of the OBD are engaged, cheaper scan tools like these allow some voltage crossover leading to poor fuse connections or parasitic draw conditions. Just be careful.
Leaving them in permanently was never the plan
As a DIY mechanic this is great I've had mine a year now and love it.
Does it shows something about ESP?
Just ordered mine this morning. Thanks for the recommendation again!
Question... do you like how it works?
89$ gosh darn dollars to hook my car up to a mechanics computer. When I told the mechanic that I did research and it's my mega fuse. He charged me 36$ for a mega fuse! I looked on eBay, it was 10$ I want to screeeeAmmm! With this tool, hopefully that won't happen to me anymore! Stealership is right. ARRRRGGGGG
hidhawkes Well they mark up otherwise they can't make a living. If everyone did their job for what it's worth we wouldnt have economical issues
You do know Mechanics get paid for what the do right? They don't get hourly wage.
So, with that in mind lets look at your scenario.
Tech gets work order, goes and looks for the car parked on the lot. This can take some time if it is a large dealer lot.
pulls your car into the garage, gets the $5000.00 scan tool that every few years requires a large $$ 1k-5k software update.
He pulls your codes, has to diagnose what the code is reporting,
he then goes to the parts dept, waits to be served, gets part quote and writes up the estimate.
laps time 30min to 1.5 hrs depending on the diagnosing he has to do.
Why didn't you just put the fuse in yourself?
.As far as what the fuse cost, if the shop paid $10.00 for the fuse and then charged you for what it payed the electric, insurance,rent, and a myriad of ther bills would not get paid would they?
What about that shirt you bought at Macy's, Dillards etc for $65.00
You don't gripe that they paid $8.00 for it do you?
Customers that bring their own parts are a special breed in my opinion.
I wonder if they bring their own Steak to the Steak house when they go out to eat.
I stopped at a local AutoZone and they ran my check engine code for free and gave me info for possible fixes.
sounds, like your a big crook.
Yeah, 2 VVT Solenoids from Amazon for a 2010 Chevy Equinox are $50 for Intake and Exhaust. 10 minutes installation. Autozone is $50 and I am sure my mechanic will add his cut to that plus $60 an hour to take 2 screws off and put them back on. This tool saved me a car load of money, $100 total cost for me doing it.
Great review I have been working on my cars since 1995, I first used a scan tool on that very same Snap On tool that was not very beginner friendly. I took automotive at a community college, now I’m never ripped off on big jobs, because I now what I’m talking about.
That sucks it didn't have your codes. Hope you got that fixed ride away.
Bought it and fixed my check engine light issue. Turned out to be a O2 sensor.
Awesome!
My advice on any obd2 reader bluetooth or not is to email the manufacturer (of the obd2) with your make and model and vin number of your car first before buying to make sure it is compatible and all the features will work. Trust me I learned the hard way.
Fortunately this BlueDriver works with all makes and models with OBDII!
10:04 I'm pretty sure he just said Stealership xD nice one,Chris!
10:11
Another solid piece of work. Given the high quality of your videos and your clarity explaining things have you ever been approached by anyone to do this professionally?
I'm thinking Motorweek or one of the Powerblock type shows.
You certainly have the skills.
robert montalbano Thanks a lot Robert! I really appreciate it! I have not been approached by anyone yet, but that would be awesome!
Thanks Chris, you are one of the best guys on TH-cam right now. Your videos are extremely helpful and casual at the same time. Never boring.
Thanks a lot! I'm glad the videos are helpful!
That was an awesome review, Chris!
That device has a ton more features than FIXD! I have FIXD, but I'm not too happy with it. My mother-in-law had a check engine light on, I ran a scan and it found no issues. I had an intermittent oil light and FIXD found not issues even when the light was on.
I don't know if BlueDriver would've found those issues, but I do like the bigger feature set BlueDriver has to offer. One of the other things FIXD could not tell me is that I needed an $1500 front struts and control arm replacement. I really don't fault the device for that since I don't think my 2007 vehicle at the time had sensors to find issues like that, so I imagine both devices couldn't detect that. When my subscription is over with FIXD, I think I'll give BlueDriver a try.
Just purchased thanks Chris!! Your such a big help bro! Keep up the great work!
Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!
Me too :D
+Woo Hoo mine came in 2 days ago
Darwin W can i ask you a question? what if i buy a car off someone who took of a check engine light.. how can i know? will this thing help me? please reply
Ordered mine today at 40% off and with all that additional information I'm super excited to see all the codes my truck has been throwing!
How did you get it for 40% off?
@@HinduPasific it was during the Cyber Monday sale on Amazon.
Mechanics are stealers these days. The things they do to your car is unbelievable. They lie and sometimes loosen a part on your car so you can come back for another problem.
I'd be pissed if they did that.
I was pissed when I found one sliced a tiny slit through my hydraulic steering-pump line.
It lasted a good 3 days before pressure finally tore threw it. They wanted me to go back there, they guessed wrong.
I took my 99 Mustang to Midas for a complete brake job a few years ago, after returning from Iraq. 4 years later I have uneven pad wear and grooved, damaged rotors. It turns out the guys at Midas did not service the guide pins (very easy process) that the calipers ride on, so the pins seized and prevented the calipers from free floating and thus destroying my brake pad and rotors from one side only. They also failed to instal the flat springs that go on the back of the front brake pads (they’re supposed to come with your new set of pads). *smh - Now I just do the brake job myself, save money and it gets done way better. I also take my time to clean everything well, lubricate, apply anti-seize and torque things properly.
Well mechanics know that your car is your freedom and independence. So they take advantage of that to better their business. Horrible but true! However, there are crooked people in every profession. To avoid the bad eggs, always look for reviews and do research before you choose a place. And get one of these little devices to help you out!
I badly experienced it at 2 PURRFECT AUTO SERVICE in Las Vegas. That's why they, gently, send you back to the waiting room, so, later, the manager calls you and gives you the bad news. THESE GUYS INVENT REPARATIONS OR REPLACEMENTS THAT YOUR CAR DOESN'T NEED.
The codes that can be read are limited by what the car can report.
The guy who designed this is from the same Province in Canada as me. Made BIG money from this and has a few nice Italian super cars.
I got to meet him, he is a nice guy too!
Bought it today on Amazon. I will practice with my car and brothers car.
How has it worked for you?
@@christianpowell206 So far it has been very acurate, I have saved hundreds of dollars.
Love the blue driver scanner it is a good recommendation
Thank you for the recommendation I might buy it today
Can you turn off TPMS lights with this device as well?
@@brentwalsh5344 no, you cannot
The fact that it works on all vehicles makes it easier and I'm buying it
Yes
If you cannot find your OBD2 port it may be under the hood on the firewall on some cars make and models some Kias for example has it under the hood
Trey'Quan Faulkner thank you for the tip!
thank you for the review. that sounds like an amazing device. Mode $06 ? Wow !.
Been holding off for years and finally got one and it worth every penny! Thank you Chris!!
LOVED IT!!! I just want to give you Chris a big "SHOUT OUT" & "THANK YOU"!!!! You take time out of your life to shoot these videos for all of "us"..... I know for myself personally you have saved my "wallet" a couple times now & although I couldn't pay you what you're worth, is there a way folks (like myself) could maybe donate towards your videos?? Again, Thank You So Much for doing this!!!!!
I said the same thing on a forum and he said to send a cheque, but didn't accept PayPal, the older generation I guess.
get in touch with the user personally and ask for contact details
Stealerships so old its got whiskers! Good one Chris, great video
Reax 22 b
I've owned one for years. I have the 1st year of OBD2 systems (96 Impala SS). Haven't used the BlueDriver that often but when I have, it pointed me to the problem issue.
Bought! Thank you, Chris!
I want this so bad. I downloaded the app already and I don’t even have this yet.
Same here...on it's way!
You bought toy for your kids before you get married.........
I use the Carly & Bimmercode myself. For Carly, I paid almost 200 for the port and premium package a couple yrs ago. Now to have it all, it's like 150. There's also a yearly fee. The big difference between the two is you can code your vehicle from a list of 100s with Carly.
As of 2020, Im still waiting for them to add alot more modules to the scan.
Is It good? Like for a beginner and stuff?
Hi Chris, First off thanks for the videos. I am an old retired mechanic. I pulled out the engine of my first car and rebuilt it in 1964. I was just 15 years old and had it rebuilt before I got my drivers license. I have recently been looking at and trying scan tools. I have access to a Snap-On Modis but want one of my own. I have narrowed my search down to the BlueDriver and a BlueLink MX+. I am going to order one or the other of them this week. I know this video is old but have you heard of the BlueLink MX+?
I bought the BlueDriver using the amazon link to support your videos. Thanks for all your helpful videos!
Great review! I know what I'm buying next...
Are you still liking this product
Yes
ChrisFix hi Chris. I did a mass air and throttle body on my 2010 Camry and now I have check engine and track off light on. I disconnect the negative from my battery they disappear momentarily but then when I go for a ride the lights appears again. Any ideas ???
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I hope this review is still relevant in modern times. Going to order one on Amazon today after a bit more digging around. Thanks
Same just placed my order
purchasing this on your recommendation
Hi ChrisFix, I’d like to know if you’re still using the blue driver and if you still recommend purchasing it?
Yes, and I would still highly recommend it!
@@chrisfix How would you compare it to the 'Fixd' scanner? Is the BlueDriver better?
Yes. He does because cheque still comes in.......
It’s 2021 and I am amazed I didn’t know about this sooner
Just got one and realized I have to learn hot to read the data.
Get it!
lol I love that... Stealerships
Say good bye to those liar mechanics who steal our HARD earned money! Thanx Chris!!!
Oh Ya, this things rock!
Do you actually understand how to use it? There's a reason people are willing to pay $80 for diagnostics when anyone can go to harbor freight and pick up a $30 scanner or even this bluedriver for $100. Theres more to it than plugging this in..
I am automotive technician , you are right some mechanics are liars,but I also see allot of DIYERs make mistakes I end up fixing .
By replacing part according to the code works only in 80% ,well good luck with other 20%.Also some code reader don't support ABS/AWD, SRS and climate control.
@Sir Hiffwe in my shop if a customer comes in telling me what to do there is no warranty on the fix if his diag dont fix it he will end up paying me to diag and fix what is actually the problem to begin with
Not sure if it’s able through OBD2 to read alternator, but that would make this the perfect tool since it can do much more than a regular scanner including telling you how long the light has been on.
Love to to see that to keep a eye on your voltage.
I'm still searching for the alternator and battery section for this scanner.
Lmfao take my car to a stealership
i had to rewind it to make sure i heard him correctly hahaha
yea cause they steal your money
hahha
Im Wriz that's why I like to buy an old car from an old woman who's quitting driving.
then you can just Chris fix it yourself. lol
from where to buy this tool
10:11 Lol... "stealership"
10:13
I meant 10:12
Still funny tho
Would you make a video on bidirectional scanners that can activate/test components?
Yes, I agree.
I don't even have an OBD 2 port but im still watching this.
This is what I'm looking for, inexpensive, easy to use, helpful and will possibly save me money. Great review and video. Thank you,
Great stuff! I just ordered
Thank you for posting this great video.
I just bought this and it has been the best tool to help me with my car!
Does this scanner scan tire sensors and let you know which one is out, and if so, will it let you reset them?
Hi Chris......I did get the exact same model but my device only have 5 pins on top and 4 at bottom....I pause your video and see your have 14, 15 or 16 pins......what was the difference on mine?.....should I have to return it or what can I do?
WRONG PORT