KINGBOLEN EDIAG ELITE

Before I start, I would like to say that there is no aftermarket scan tool (including this one) that will give you everything. But if I were able to buy the KINGBOLEN Ediag Elite OBD2 scanner diagnostic scan tool back in 96, when I paid $1600 for an OTC Monitor 4000E scan tool that only covered domestic PCM, for only $100, I would have been ecstatic. The software is easy to use; you need to play around with it to find all the features it offers. I uploaded several screenshots from the Ediag Elite being used to help you get familiar with the software. For example, all factory scan, current modules, what you can look at after selecting PCM, selecting PIDS, PCM data after hitting OK, graph, MIN/MAX, global OBD II scan, global DTCs, DTC’s with freeze data, saving your report options, and maintenance software. Like I said, some things this scan tool will not do; there are no special functions. So if you're a Ford tech and you want to do a KAM reset, look at power balance, or do a crank relearn, well, that was part of the special functions. Same with immobilizer. If you don’t see it under the actuation test or Maintenance software, you don’t get it. The better options are Ediag Plus by KINGBOLEN, or ThinkDiag2 by Thinkcar. The two are the same. But you pay more and have to pay a yearly subscription, but at least you get what's missing. There are a few things I would like to see updated with the software. When you select the PIDs you want to view & hit OK, if you want to go back and add more PIDs, the PIDs that were previously selected will be unchecked. You will need to add your new PIDs and re-select your old PIDS. Very irritating. Also, the scan tool will not graph off/on, open/close loop, yes/no, etc, PIDs. But if you record the data and play it back, then hit combine, those PIDs can be displayed as a graph. If you want to switch between metric and imperial, you have to back out of the vehicle, go to settings, change it, and then start over. Same with reviewing your recordings, back out to review, and start over again. It does work better on the newer vehicles; I had a hard time connecting to the Enhance side on a 97 Caravan, but no problem communicating with the Global side. On a 2000 Maxima, I had no problem connecting to the Global and Enhance side of the PCM, but not the other modules. All you can do is send a diagnostic report and hope they fix it. Using a scan tool with AutoAuth, normally, you set up an AutoAuth account and pay $50 a year to scan FCA vehicles (Fiat Chrysler Automotive), but apparently, this is not the case with this scan tool. You have to purchase FCA/AutoAuth in the software, which is $128 and year (not paying). I added this scan tool to our AutoAuth account, and I got a not recognized from AutoAuth when I tried to look at a late model FCA. But as long as you have an active subscription, you can still pull DTCs and look at enhanced data on all modules; you just can’t clear the DTCs or use the actuator test. I think this is a great tool for a professional who needs to do a quick scan of a system and, hopefully, a quick diagnosis. If you need more, there are better scan tools out there. But besides all that, I still give it a 5-star because of what it can do for the cost and for the fact that I use it pretty much every day at work.

I used the Kingbolen Ediag Elite on a 1997 Ford F-150 to find an open circuit in the Intake Air Temperature circuit and used it to verify the repair of an ABS sensor by watching the wheel speeds. It is already a very good tool and very nice to carry around as it fits in your pockets. I will keep this scan tool with me when I leave the house. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a scan tool with live data features and special tests.

I was in the market to replace my old outdated scan tool and came across the KINGBOLEN Edian Elite I took a chance and ordered it. I received the Scan tool, followed the instructions, and downloaded the app to my phone. I plugged in the scan too to the OBD 2 port. The scan tool was quickly recognized by the app. The scan tool scans and finds all of the modules in your vehicle. I did a scan of my truck the scan tool found a code and I was able to click on the code search the web! I found videos on how to repair it and what part I needed quickly.

This scan tool can do real-time monitoring, and recording (data logging). The scan tool can also actuate different models so you can diagnose windows up and down (is it the motor or the switch), relays, etc. I'm very impressed with the scan tool it has 90% of the functionality of professional scan tools at a fraction of the cost! One of the best parts is Lifetime updates! I would not hesitate to buy this scan tool

I'm seriously impressed with this scanner. Small and can be carried in pocket. It works well. Provides a plethora of information about the car. More than enough for a beginner DIYs. The only complaint is that the software is not polished as it could be. But overall, it's great.

Worked beyond expectation. Paid for itself in first use. Features of a far more expensive scanner. Probably best for DIY.

CAN-FD support is why I upgraded. Bluetooth works solid after pairing.

I purchased this product to do two main things. One, to be able to put my 2020 Nissan Rogue into service model, so the rear brakes could be done. And two, I wanted to get into the control sub-system of our 2013 Nissan Juke to change the setting on the door locks. Now the lock all unlock when the car is placed in park by using this tool. It worked great for the door locks, and I assume the EPB function will work just as well.