Actron CP9150 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner Kit (Includes CP9145 Base Scanner, OBDI & OBDII Cables with Hard Case)

by Actron

Product Features

• Included CP9145 diagnostic code scanner, which easily retrieves trouble codes from your vehicle's computer to diagnose problems
• Includes additional cables to retrieve codes and live data for 1984-95 Ford and GM models, and 1989-95 Chrysler models
• Large easy-to-read LCD screen displays DTCs and their descriptions; Internet updateable
• Monitor status and I/M readiness determines if your vehicle is ready for an emissions test
• Scanner includes a one-year limited warranty

Product Details

Product Manual [1.14mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 5 x 14 inches ; 6.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00020BM32
• Item model number: CP9150
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #75,779 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Is your car's check engine light on? If it is, your car is trying to tell you something and the Actron CP9150 Super AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner Kit speaks its language. Use this scanner to unlock the information stored in your car's computer. Whenever your check engine light is on, the device can pinpoint the problem so you can fix it fast and be on your way. This scanner includes a hard carrying case and all the cables you need to step up from a simple code scanner to a sophisticated scan tool at an affordable price.

The Actron CP9150 easily scans and retrieves DTCs. The kit comes with all the cables you need to connect to a wide range of OBD I and OBD II vehicles. View details.

The user interface is designed for ease of use and quick control of scanning functions.

Turn off that distracting "check engine" light.

The Super AutoScanner Kit allows you to easily retrieve, read, and erase OBD I and OBD II trouble codes, as well as display and read live vehicle data for a faster diagnosis. This sophisticated, yet extremely user-friendly tool includes the CP9145 base unit and can be used on OBD II compliant cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1996 to present. The CP9150 kit includes additional cables to retrieve codes and live data for 1984-95 Ford and GM models, and 1989-95 Chrysler models. Plus, the tool is fully upgradeable, accommodating future vehicles.

The CP9145 base unit is built tough for both shop and road test use. It also features a large, easy-to-read liquid crystal display that shows the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their definitions. And although you still have to fix the problem, the scanner will deactivate the "check engine" light on your dash so you'll no longer be distracted while you drive. The scanner is easy to connect to your vehicle, and a user friendly menu provides a variety of information in a snap, including live engine data parameters (PIDs). Built-in help screens help you interpret the data, and you can view freeze frame data, which provides a "snapshot" of the vehicle's operating conditions at the time of the fault. Meanwhile, an internal 9-volt battery stores the latest test results for later review.

Use the Monitor Status and I/M readiness (Inspection/Maintenance) function to determine if your vehicle is ready for an emissions test. I/M Readiness is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance with a state emissions program, so you'll have a good idea if your vehicle will pass the standards.

Another important thing to remember is that all emission testing facilities will fail a vehicle that has the "check engine" light illuminated at the time of the test--even if it is only lit to remind you of a past-due oil change or 60,000-mile tune-up. With this scanner, you can shut off the check engine light and pass the emissions test on your terms.

The menu also alerts you of any pending DTCs and reads the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) status. By reading the MIL status the scanner gives insight into what might cause your "check engine" light to turn on in the near future. In this way, the scanner also provides some preventive measures to help you keep a close eye on your vehicle's systems.

The scanner comes with CD software that contains 5,000 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and their descriptions.

What's in the Box
Super AutoScanner CP9145 base unit, OBD II cable, GM OBD I ALDL cable CP9127, Ford and Lincoln-Mercury OBD I EEC-IV cable CP9128, Chrysler OBD I SCI cable CP9129, 8-foot extension cable, cigarette lighter adapter, manual/CD-ROM with over 5,000 code definitions, and hard carrying case.

Manufacturer Warranty
One-year limited warranty.

Product Description

Kit includes: CP9145 base unit, OBD II cable, Ford OBD I MCU/EEC-IV cable, Chrysler OBD I SCI cable, GM OBD I ALDL cable, 8 foot extension cable, cigarette lighter adapter, hard carrying case and manual/cd.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Heads Up, July 18, 2006

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M. Haines (Levittown, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Actron CP9150 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner Kit (Includes CP9145 Base Scanner, OBDI & OBDII Cables with Hard Case) (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this item for my father. It has definitely paid for itself! Just a heads up for those planning to purchase this item... The scanner itself is CP9145 NOT CP9150. I had 2 of these delivered and thought I was sent the wrong product each time. According to the manufacturer, a CP9150 is a CP9145 with extra cables included which allow you to test a greater selection of vehicles. Hope this helps.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars actron 9150 trouble code scanner, January 15, 2006

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Rajah S. Krawczyk Jr. (Sterling, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Actron CP9150 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner Kit (Includes CP9145 Base Scanner, OBDI & OBDII Cables with Hard Case) (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love it. I have only had it for about 2 mo. and i have helped so many friends find out what's wrong with thier car's when they were afraid of bringing it to the shop for a 60-80 dollar diagnostic fee to find out thier gas cap was bad!!! If you gonna buy one of these you have to go with the 9150 because it does all those domestic cars older than 96 that the other scanners actron sells don't. They only do OBDII. Well worth the 270$ we paid for it.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Eagle Talon is a Diamond Star product (Mitsubishi), August 20, 2006

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M. Koverdan (Alaska) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Actron CP9150 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner Kit (Includes CP9145 Base Scanner, OBDI & OBDII Cables with Hard Case) (Tools & Home Improvement)

Just a comment about the Eagle Talon comment. In order to use a product successfully one must understand the basics. I have used this product through a friend and think it is worthy. I was a Jeep/Eagle technician for many years. Even though it says Eagle on your vehicle it is actually a Mitsubishi Eclipse. That is why the connector doesn't work. At the dealership we had a whole separate set of diagnostic tools just to service these types of cars (there were others). Also OBD1 & 2 is not necessarily meant to tap into other computer systems on your car like ABS, etc if they are not linked. We also had different connectors and equipment for different systems.