Many of my vehicles are older, and do not have much if any of the more modern computerized control systems. However, I am reluctantly forced to the conclusion that I will have to get a code reader or scanner to help me diagnose/service the CRD. Can anyone recommend a scanner for the CRD KJ?

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2005 Liberty CRD- ARP studs, Fumoto, Hayden FC, inline Tstat, ETechno 7v GP, Platinum P1, in-tank lift pump.
1983 Volvo D24T
1981 Volvo D24
Dodge Cummins TD
Case 580B
Mitsubishi MT180 diesel
Kubota BX25 diesel

Innova 3030 is cheap and effective for engine codes on both '05s and '06s. (Many scanners including other Innovas do NOT work with our rigs.) Make sure you print a copy of all the KJ CRD specific codes from this site and keep with your scanner.

ELM 327 adapter and TORQUE app for your cell phone or other device is even cheaper, but there are some bugs that some people are running into.

DOC

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2005 KJ CRD Ltd Detroit TrueTrac Bilsteins G2 GDE "HOT" ECU GDE TCM "Tow Tune" "euro" TC SEGR Weeks Elbow New HG at 130K ARPs Clean CAT aFe Filter Magnaflow Exhaust EHM Cumminos In-Tank Lift Pump Hayden Fan Clutch Nylon Fan VH Enabled with GDE lower shutoff point Recalibrated Temp Gauge Tekonsha Prodigy Sears P-1 ZDDP

I'm running torque and I have very few problems. Just keep you codes handy there are a few that are not in the database.

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Thanks for the suggestion, Doc. I appreciate it.

One question, the Amazon write-up doesn't say whether it can clear a code. Does it?

Also, the Amazon writeup on the 3030 says that it updates every 30 seconds, so it is not 'real-time'. I have an issue with the transmission clunking when it upshifts to top gear and want to track that real time, and in any case I want to see the codes as they appear. Can you or anybody else recommend a real time scanner? I was thinking of buying the GDE flashes and their scan tool, but I'm not sure how that would work.

Advice/recommendations cheerfully welcomed!

LMW

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Grid power- the one true essential

2005 Liberty CRD- ARP studs, Fumoto, Hayden FC, inline Tstat, ETechno 7v GP, Platinum P1, in-tank lift pump.
1983 Volvo D24T
1981 Volvo D24
Dodge Cummins TD
Case 580B
Mitsubishi MT180 diesel
Kubota BX25 diesel

Doolop:
Don't have any of those hightech gadgets, so I will have to stick with purpose built tools, but I appreciate you taking the time to make the suggestion. Thank you!

LMW

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Grid power- the one true essential

2005 Liberty CRD- ARP studs, Fumoto, Hayden FC, inline Tstat, ETechno 7v GP, Platinum P1, in-tank lift pump.
1983 Volvo D24T
1981 Volvo D24
Dodge Cummins TD
Case 580B
Mitsubishi MT180 diesel
Kubota BX25 diesel

Innova 3030 can clear the codes it can read (engine only).

There is nothing aftermarket that reads in "realtime" for more than 5 min without locking up, except TORQUE. However, until someone offers a "plug-in" for the KJ CRD, its reading capability is pretty limited. (I have it.) Nothing other than a Chrysler Starscan can read trans codes on the KJ CRD.

Sorry....

DOC

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2005 KJ CRD Ltd Detroit TrueTrac Bilsteins G2 GDE "HOT" ECU GDE TCM "Tow Tune" "euro" TC SEGR Weeks Elbow New HG at 130K ARPs Clean CAT aFe Filter Magnaflow Exhaust EHM Cumminos In-Tank Lift Pump Hayden Fan Clutch Nylon Fan VH Enabled with GDE lower shutoff point Recalibrated Temp Gauge Tekonsha Prodigy Sears P-1 ZDDP

I have been using the 3030 for a week now, and it works as advertised. Thanks for the suggestion, Doc. Anyone looking for an inexpensive reader would be well served by this one.

LMW

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Grid power- the one true essential

2005 Liberty CRD- ARP studs, Fumoto, Hayden FC, inline Tstat, ETechno 7v GP, Platinum P1, in-tank lift pump.
1983 Volvo D24T
1981 Volvo D24
Dodge Cummins TD
Case 580B
Mitsubishi MT180 diesel
Kubota BX25 diesel

I have the *best* one from Harbor Freight, and it has worked fine in my CRD and in my Chevy 3500 diesel. I have used it on a few other vehicles without a complaint. For the money, its a good deal.

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Mike Rausch
Bear, Delaware
2006 Liberty Sport CRD 253K

I currently have 4 codes related to disconnected MAF and non functioning FCV. Torque does not see these code but can connect and display some of the gauges.

OTOH my Innova 3100 can read and clear codes. It's still, however, a temperamental combination that can take multiple attempts to get results.

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