OTC 3418 Heavy-Duty Code Reader

by Sunpro

Product Features

• Perfect tool for technicians that need a fast toolbox tool to read and clear heavy-duty DTC’s
• HD J1587 / J1708 and J1939 CAN Engine Transmission/ABS coverage and more
• Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTC's) on light- mid- and heavy-duty and industrial vehicles
• On screen DTC definitions for heavy-duty standard codes
• Battery powered for off vehicle use and is Internet update capable

Product Details

• Item Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001A4FKA0
• Item model number: 3418
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,964 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The SPX 3418 OTC Heavy-duty Reader is the perfect tool for technicians who need an easy to use, portable scan tool for reading diagnostic trouble codes (DTC's) on heavy-duty and industrial vehicles. Designed for use on class 4 and 8 trucks, including diesel and industrial vehicles, it is a cost effective solution that offers multiple diagnostic protocols, Controller Area Network (CAN) compatibility, battery power (AA) for off vehicle use and a 3-year limited warranty. The Code Reader for Heavy-duty Vehicles Just as with cars and light trucks, the onboard computer systems built into modern medium to heavy-duty trucks and industrial vehicles internally generate a valuable array of diagnostic indicators in the form of diagnostic trouble codes (DTC's). Technicians, both on the go and in the shop, need an easy way to utilize the information these codes represent, and that's exactly what they get with the SPX 3418 OTC Heavy-duty reader. Portable HD trouble code reading. View larger. Standard HD codes and definitions on-screen. View larger. The 3418 HD reader is able to read standard engine, transmission and ABS DTCs and display their corresponding code definitions on-screen, and is designed for use with both gasoline and diesel class 4-8 trucks. This extensive vehicle range covers everything from heavy duty full-sized pickups and recreational vehicles, to industrial vehicles like tow trucks, cement trucks, dump trucks, garbage trucks, buses, etc. In addition, the SPX 3418 includes applications for heavy-duty standard compliant construction, marine, agriculture, and other industrial diesel power plant vehicles. The 3418 HD reader comes with both a 6-pin and a 9-pin Deutsch cable for maximum vehicle compatibility, is battery powered for off vehicle use, can be updated via the Internet and utilizes a variety of important protocols including J1587/J1708 and J1939 heavy-duty standard. J1587/J1708 & J1939 Heavy-duty Standards SAE J1587 is a diagnostic protocol standard developed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) for heavy-duty and most medium-duty vehicles built after 1985. Up to 1995, individual OEMs used their own connectors. From 1996 to 2001, the 6-pin Deutsch was standard. Beginning in 2001, most OEMs converted to the 9-pin Deutsch. Some OEMs still use the 6-pin Deutsch. SAE J1708 is an SAE physical specification developed especially for heavy duty vehicles (trucks and buses). The protocol promoted a standard for serial communication between modules with microcontrollers. J1708 describes the physical and data link layer and is almost always used in conjunction with the application layer protocol SAE J1587. In the early 90's, the SAE Truck and Bus Control and Communications Subcommittee started the development of a CAN-based application profile for in-vehicle communication in trucks. In 1998 the SAE published the J1939 set of specifications. A J1939 network connects electronic control units (ECU) within a truck and trailer system. The J1939 specification - with its engine, transmission, and brake message definitions - is dedicated to diesel engine applications. J1939 is supposed to replace J1587/J1708 networks. SAE J1939 has been adopted widely by diesel engine manufacturers. One driving force behind this is the increasing adoption of the engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU), which provides one method of controlling exhaust gas emissions within US and European standards. Consequently, SAE J1939 can now be found in a range of diesel-powered applications: vehicles (on- and offroad), marine propulsion, power generation and industrial pumping. Key Features: Class 4 � 8 truck coverage HD J1587 / J1708 and J1939 CAN, engine, transmission/ABS coverage and more for diagnostic trouble codes Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes Provides on screen DTC definitions for heavy-duty standard codes Battery powered for off vehicle use Internet update capable 3 year limited warranty What's in the Box 1-HD reader tool, 1-9 pin Deutsch cable, 1-6 pin Deutsch cable, 1-operations manual, 1-soft nylon carrying case. Three-Year Limited Warranty SPX warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of original purchase, subject to any additional terms and conditions included with the written warranty included with the product. About Sunpro, an SPX Brand A business unit of SPX Service Solutions, Sunpro has a 40-year tradition as a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, high-performance automotive diagnostic and test equipment. SPX Service Solutions designs, manufactures and markets a fully integrated family of global brands providing specialty service tools, advanced diagnostic and shop equipment, inspection and gauging systems, training and technical information for vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Product Description

The perfect tool for technicians that need a fast “Toolbox Tool inch to read and clear heavy-duty DTC’s, heavy-duty shops that need a second tool in the shop and for their mobile repair trucks, or aftermarket general repair shops that are looking for a cost effective solution for Heavy-Duty Standard coverage. Applications include Tow trucks, recreational vehicles, cement trucks, dump trucks, garbage trucks, buses, step vans, municipal vehicles, refrigerated trucks, and conventional trucks. Don’t forget Heavy-Duty Standard compliant construction, marine, agriculture, and other industrial diesel power plant configurations! Features Class 4 – 8 truck coverage, HD J1587 / J1708 and J1939 CAN, engine, transmission/ABS coverage and more for diagnostic trouble codes, read and clear diagnostic trouble codes, provides on screen DTC definitions for heavy-duty standard codes, battery powered for off vehicle use and is Internet update capable. Kit comes complete with a 3 Year Warranty, HD Reader tool, 9 Pin Deutsch Cable, 6 Pin Deutsch Cable, Operations Manual, and a soft nylon carrying case.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This code reader works well on all types of equipment!!!, April 17, 2010

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A. Fitzgerald "techras" (North Stonington, CT United States) - See all my reviews
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This SPX 3418 OTC Heavy-Duty Reader does just what it claims to do. It works on various different equipment and gives you all the codes you need to fix the problems on the equipment you are working on. Once you have finished your repairs the code reader allows you to clear the codes so the next time you need to work on the same equipment you don't have to worry about the old codes still showing up. The code reader will also provide you with some code definitions right on screen. It also comes with 9 pin and 6 pin cables which allows you to use this heavy-duty reader on a more equipment than if only one cable was provided. This has been an excellent investment for my repair business.SPX 3418 OTC Heavy-Duty Reader

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed, December 15, 2011

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Ryal O Meyer (Brule, NE United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: OTC 3418 Heavy-Duty Code Reader (Automotive)

I bought this product to read the codes on a class 8 Kenworth truck.
There is codes stored in the computer that I can get with the blink method.
This reader would not see them. I contacted OTC tech support. I got and excuse.
I have a Auto X Ray reader for Cars. Works great. This one looks identical but
made for heavy trucks. Supposedly. Very disappointed

2.0 out of 5 stars scan tool, June 20, 2010

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Jeffery P. Payne (detroit,mi) - See all my reviews
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this code reader does not give very much info, i have used on fire trucks,hooks up ok but never seems to explain some of the terms it uses,the booklet is no help at all. seems to work better on the detroit diesel than the cummins. if i were to buy again i would go with the otc 3417 hd for $1200.00