Spike24

Hello all..I was wondering if anyone has run into the same problem. I have a generic chinese made obd2 and can code scanner/reader. I used it for my old car, bmw 330i, and it worked great. I just became the proud owner of a 2004 F 150 crew cab 5.4 triton. I tried to do a scan but the reader does not recognize the computer. Anyone else have this problem?
I did a search and have checked the fuses and all is ok.
Any suggestions...thanks...Spike24

leopold

I was told these trucks have CAN protocol which is different than the older obd2. I have a 2005 and my older Actron will not work on it.

Spike24

OK..thanks for the response ..I am gonna see about getting one of these,,,
Thanks again..Spike24

Mod (Ret.)

"I have a generic chinese made obd2 and can code scanner/reader".....

There's your problem! As stated by leopold, the early OBD scanners are not compatable with the newer systems.

One other thing to consider: if you're planning to buy a tunner in the near future, do it now, as most tunners also scan and clear ODB II codes. Two for one!

Spike24

Thanks Bucko..I am gonna look for a new one...sorry it took so long to respond..I was watcing my Cleveland Browns lose again..AUGGGGG!!!!!