Anyone in San Diego know a good place to get a check engine light code pulled?

I know I should invest in one but I'm trying to reserved my cash in case I really do have an O2 sensor problem. Knowing my luck, I'll get it fixed and something else will happen

Thanks!

 

autozone will do it free!!

 

I heard they stopped doing it in CA.

 

really?!?!??! that's pretty dumb...sorry for the false info then!

 

I read someone posted that but please don't take my word for it.
.....maybe someone can confirm this or not for us?

 

I posted a few months ago and it came up recently in another thread.

I think Tom mentioned that they can't do it here in CA because of liability.

Anybody know of a place???

 

Most private mechanics will do it for free. Then turn it off. They get your money if/when it comes back on.

Buy a reader, use it, then return it

 

they have these at http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...unction=Search for $35

 

The link shows nothing.

EDIT: Here is the correct link (ITEM: 46030-1VGA):
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46030

....and damn $39, that is cheap!!!!!!

Tacoma Dude, if you try it, let us know how well it works so we can post for other Yotatech folks too!

 

Its true - Autozones will not read a code in CA any longer. I should say they aren't SUPPOSED to, I guess its possible that you could sweet talk someone.

Wow, for $39 that's definitely worth a shot.

 

I'll have to look into that.
Unfortunately the nearest Harbor Freight is about 20 min. in some seedy neighborhood.

Waitasec... I'll just get it online and see if it's worth it.

Thanks for the info!

 

let us know how it is Tacoma Dude

 

I just ordered the code reader - along with some other toys
I'll let you guys know the verdict once I have the code (if it works) and I'm able to travel a weeks worth without seeing another check engine light appear.

 

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/creader-obd-ii-diagnostics-code-reader-27751/

 

There's a hole-in-the-wall autoshop on Black Mtn Rd & Miramar a block away from the Autozone that will pull codes for free. I forget their name but I found them in the Pennysaver and they did mine for free (it was the first air/fuel ratio sensor). Its run by some really nice Vietnamese folks. If I can find their name I'll PM you, otherwise just check your Pennysaver!

 

Oh nice find!
I'd hate to go to a shop for a free reading and not have the service done there BUT if it turns out that I need to get the problem fixed on my own I think I'll head on over there, confirm the OBD readings and see what they suggest.

Good looking out