Handheld Techstream Alternative Found! (5 Viewers)

[sdnative]

I wonder why it's "frequently returned"? Maybe people buy it, diagnose/fix an issue, then send it back? Surely people aren't doing that...

I was wondering the same thing. This model isn't listed on the US Launch website, so probably a knockoff or another market model. Reviews say no US support, have to call China.

Probably a good idea to test it well and make sure it'll do everything you need within the Amazon return window.

 

[Heckraiser]

If someone can confirm this does the AHC height offset utility, AHC pressures and zero point calibration, I'd like to buy one. Any LX guys try this out yet?

 

[kcjaz]

I wonder why it's "frequently returned"? Maybe people buy it, diagnose/fix an issue, then send it back? Surely people aren't doing that...

I noticed that too and wondered the same. Hard to get any real sense from customer Amazon reviews as there is no way to know if the reviews are real or not. I could see that the lack of instructions frustrates a lot of people who may not be at the nerd/geek level represented by most on this forum.

For the cost of the thing and feedback in this thread, it seems like a decent and low risk gamble. Just return it if not happy.

 

[TimCFJ40]

We are going to try to program @dudemancool1904 spare and i will post and confirm if it works

If you manage to program a new keyfob, I'd be on this in a heartbeat. Anxious to hear the results.

 

[DanielW]

The $30 coupon still shows up formie me. Does this diagnose ABS codes? I have a 2008 4runner that sets off the traction, abs light above 60mph. I need to figure out which sensor is throwing the code. It doesn't go off below 60mph.

 

[ryanCA]

of instructions frustrates a lot of people who may not be at the nerd/geek level represented by most on this forum.

as a resident dummy can i order, plug in, go through menus and change settings on car or do I need a EE PhD to operate it?

 

[Romer]

as a resident dummy can i order, plug in, go through menus and change settings on car or do I need a EE PhD to operate it?

if you can follow the pictures in this thread as folks walk through, then you don't need a PHd.

As others figure tyhings out, this is a great place to post a walkthrough

 

[ryanCA]

if you can follow the pictures in this thread as folks walk through, then you don't need a PHd.

As others figure tyhings out, this is a great place to post a walkthrough

ok i will order it now

 

[kcjaz]

Just ordered. $30 coupon went away but it’s 20% ($151) off for the next hour…

 

[misteracng]

This launch unit is bascially a full bi-directional scanner so it basically does eveything most people will need. This the small form factor, intially the vertical one, but the horizontal version which I think is better. They it for several car brands. The only difference is the software, they give you one brand with lifetime updates. If you had another car brand you can pay and then get access to that brand as well. Its only connects wired and might not be as fast as other scanners, or course also a smaller display. So for example it will run graphs of live data but only one at a time. You would need one of the larger units to graph multiple PIDS at the same time. For basic use, this unit does everything you need and its pretty cheap for what you get.

 

[Boston Mangler]

as a resident dummy can i order, plug in, go through menus and change settings on car or do I need a EE PhD to operate it?

I’m just a dumb red neck that’s kinda handy with a wrench, and likely one of the LEAST tech savvy folks here. True story.

If I can figure it out, anyone can.

It’s not intuitive, and a bit frustrating, but trial and error is the way…

 

[Rockyonekc]

If someone can confirm this does the AHC height offset utility, AHC pressures and zero point calibration, I'd like to buy one. Any LX guys try this out yet?

I have an '09 LX and just ordered this with the $30 coupon. I'll check it out once it arrives and report back.

 

[ryanCA]

It’s not intuitive, and a bit frustrating, but trial and error is the way…

i am not sure what this means …

but if i cant figure it out I will return it as most people do

 

[rlynch356]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JFRFJG6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 this will also allow you to customize like tech stream, when you buy the Toyota upgrade for it that is (but that includes all the Toyota diagnostic codes, etc) ... works on a bunch of different cars as well with optional software upgrades.

 

[Boston Mangler]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JFRFJG6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 this will also allow you to customize like tech stream, when you buy the Toyota upgrade for it that is (but that includes all the Toyota diagnostic codes, etc) ... works on a bunch of different cars as well with optional software upgrades.

I have this as well. Use it for my Diesel Ram.

Tried it with 200 but find it’s almost identical to Carista as far as limits

 

[DanielW]

Decided to give it a shot. $30 coupon was still active.

 

[Sud]

I jumped onboard. Turned off the seatbelt dinger and tele/tilt on steering wheel.

 

[Heckraiser]

I wonder how often a thread like this pops up and some random vendor sees a particular product randomly start flying off their shelf with no explanation

 

[Artie]

I wonder how often a thread like this pops up and some random vendor sees a particular product randomly start flying off their shelf with no explanation

Sounds like you’re suggestion @Boston Mangler may have some stake in this thing…

 

[ryanCA]

I jumped onboard. Turned off the seatbelt dinger and tele/tilt on steering wheel.

any instructions for a newbie? mine comes today