MOOSE16285
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How do yall read codes?! Is there something I gotta buy to read codes n where do I find the spot to find these scodes.. Someone explain the whole process to me please!
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XJ codes...
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skierbri10
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- Honolulu
helps to know what year ya got.:gag:
5-90
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- Hammerspace
Depends....
If you're pre-1991, your XJ doesn't store or throw codes.
If you're 1991-1995, you're OBD-I, and the systems stores and throws codes. Retrieve by turning the key ON-OFF-ON-OFF-ON within 5 seconds, and watching the "Check Engine" light. Find a reference for "diagnostic trouble codes" for explanation.
If you're 1996-up, then your system is OBD-II, and you'll want a "code reader" to retrieve and clear codes. Expect this to run anywhere between $150 and $2000 (there are hobbyist units, which run on the low end) to purchase.
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If you're pre-1991, your XJ doesn't store or throw codes.
If you're 1991-1995, you're OBD-I, and the systems stores and throws codes. Retrieve by turning the key ON-OFF-ON-OFF-ON within 5 seconds, and watching the "Check Engine" light. Find a reference for "diagnostic trouble codes" for explanation.
If you're 1996-up, then your system is OBD-II, and you'll want a "code reader" to retrieve and clear codes. Expect this to run anywhere between $150 and $2000 (there are hobbyist units, which run on the low end) to purchase.
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Yucca-Man
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