Recommended Scan Tools for use with the CRD:

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Thu Mar 05, 2020 12:27 am

Picked this scanner up yesterday at a local Pawn Shop to add to my arsenal. Price was right and he discounted it even further when I pushed him a little.
Actron Autoscanner Plus CP9690 Elite
Made by Bosch, has lots of neat functions including auto detect, live data graphing, and drive cycle along with all the other standard functions.

Got the full kit with all adaptors and a case. (does OBDI & OBDII)
Might not be the greatest one for some applications, but it did not cost 3k.
I do plan to use it on other vehicles, not just the Jeep CRD.
Thoughts, feedback welcome, good or bad.

My66dodge · **Posted:** Thu Mar 05, 2020 9:40 am

The snap on mt2500 last update was 2005 and it’s a great tool for OLDER vehicles , we have one at my shop for just that, we mainly use it on pre OBD2. It’s commonly called the brick.

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WWDiesel · **Posted:** Thu Mar 05, 2020 3:29 pm

My66dodge wrote:

The snap on mt2500 last update was 2005 and it’s a great tool for OLDER vehicles , we have one at my shop for just that, we mainly use it on pre OBD2. It’s commonly called the brick.k

I have a mt2500, but it is not any good for later model vehicles.
I also have OBDLink MX+ that I use with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet with Torque Pro and the software that came with the OBDLink MX+.
What I really want is a scanner with bi-directional control like a Solus Ultra, but 4k is a little much for something that will set on a shelf most of the time. :banghead:

As to the Actron CP9690 Elite AutoScanner Kit, I could not pass it up due to the low price. Time will tell if it is viable or not.

My66dodge · **Posted:** Thu Mar 05, 2020 4:40 pm

Look into the launch throttle, we just bought one last year, we have the snap on and Autel and launch and the oem tools but the launch was 3k tax and all from Autozone (with my discount) and it has great bidirectional controls... only way to go with modern diagnosis

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Inspectorrobb · **Joined:** Tue Oct 15, 2019 11:12 am **Posts:** 15

Looking for any updates, for scan tools specific to an 06 Liberty CRD. Not a multi vehicle use tool, something that I can use to read as much as possible on the 06 CRD without having 100 other vehicles it would need to work on. Is the torque pro enough for a backyard guy, that really wants to make sure I can check everything possible? I do not ever want to take these to a dealership or mechanic. I have 2 CRD's and may someday get another, and want to be prepared to work on my own stuff.

Also, question number 2. Would it be beneficial to just purchase a J2534 Pass thru device, for example a Controller Technologies Pulsar for $495, and then just use a subscription service when needed?
Not worried about the cost at this point, just trying to get any information someone else with experience in this area would have. if I'm kicking out 2K for something, I can go days and days with a subscription when needed and not quite reach that investment amount for a long time.

Any thoughts and suggestions would be appreciated!

Thanks

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Sat Jul 16, 2022 2:44 pm

One of the better options currently available right now and highly praised by some of the YouTube diagnostic technicians is the Think Tool Pro.
It will perform Bi-Directional +ECU Coding and comes with 2 years of free updates.
They currently come in several different model levels with different options and price ranges.

I personally cannot attest to their actual capabilities on 05/06 Jeep CRDS as I don't own one yet. (Would love to have one!

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I have a Actron CP9690 Elite AutoScanner, it does ok, but is only good for scanning & diagnostics. It will not perform Bi-Directional or ECU Coding.
I also have a Bluetooth OBDII Link that I can use for graphing and real time data point monitoring on a Android Galaxy Note.

Hopefully some others will chime in and offer their experience with scanners on an 06.
I know some on here have reported of scanner data lockups after a short time of data monitoring due to data bus overload.
I have never experienced a lockup.

Mountainman · **Posted:** Mon Jul 25, 2022 2:22 pm

Hey Sam,
Just looking for verification that this is the device that you've had good luck with? Looks like a good deal

https://www.amazon.com/Autel-MD802-Maxi ... 1528&psc=1

dimedriver · **Posted:** Mon Sep 26, 2022 7:52 pm

Here is a video of the think tools pro in use on a liberty CRD.
https://youtu.be/WQmODN8zyyY

But I think we need to come up with a list of the bi-directional functions we need.
For me it would be.
-reset TCM trim values
-recode keys
-read TCM codes
-read ABS codes and data
-maybe recode BCM to turn off seat belt chimes and things like that.

Also some of these require an annual subscription for each brand of car so you have access to the bi-directional functions.

Is there a list somewhere of what the kj CRD's are even capable of? Like BCM can command horn on off ect. I doubt it's very long.

Axle · **Posted:** Mon Aug 11, 2025 5:31 am

Hi there guys,

Just checking in to see what the go is on these devices now, for a 2006 KJ Cherokee CRD...
Our normally reliable Jeep has handed us a P0700 code

Wanting to be able to do it myself is the aim, but they obviously have some hefty prices
for some of them...

I've seen video of people being able to test individual things like solenoids, checking
Trans fluid line pressure, etc... but maybe the high end might be out of reach for a
device that has these features...

The Anyscan A30M, seems to do a lot for not a huge investment, but will it work on
our CRD is another thing...

Could anyone confirm if it seems useful for our Jeep?

Here's the link;
https://www.xtooltech.com/english/Funct ... ntPackVer=

Cheers Ed.

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Mon Aug 11, 2025 1:48 pm

P0700 -- Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
P0700 is generic OBD-II code that is set when the PCM detects a malfunction in the transmission control system. It is indicating a fault within the transmission control system. This code may be triggered along with other associated shift solenoid codes or other transmission codes.
It will require a very high end scanner to sort out the root cause of the fault.
It may be more cost efficient to take your vehicle to a good transmission shop and have them read the codes for the transmission.

Most times, this code it triggered when there is a problem with the transmission electrical solenoid pack inside the transmission or its connection/wires, etc...
It is replaceable by simply dropping the transmission pan. Just be sure and use the correct solenoid pack color for your year model truck.

Axle · **Posted:** Mon Aug 11, 2025 6:27 pm

Thanks WW,

I already thought your response was going to suggest what you have...and I will probably end
up getting someone to scan it for me...

What would your suggestion on brand be, that has the capability of diagnosing the transmission ?
And what are your thoughts on the Xtool in the link, it describes things that seem like it can do
these things, as it says it has bi-directional capabilities?

Here's a review on the Xtool;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7DHPOIFZIc

These pics are what the website shows, so is this too good to be true?

WWDiesel · **Posted:** Mon Aug 11, 2025 10:18 pm

The problem is the CAN Bus network on the Jeep CRD is limited as to what you can talk to and retrieve. It is not as modern and robust as later model vehicles.
Every scanner is different in its capabilities, the only way to know for sure is connect one and see what it's capabilities entail. Being able to talk to the TCM for the transmission requires very expensive specialized equipment that only a shop that specializes in transmission diagnostics can perform.
If you can find a low budget scanner that will talk to the TCM in detail, please let us all know as that would be good information to know indeed.

Axle · **Posted:** Tue Aug 12, 2025 11:30 pm

Hi WW,

I was hoping that someone might already have tried one of these out and have some
results...I don't intend on getting anything without confirmation that it will work!
Otherwise it's like getting 16" tires for your truck, when 17's are what's needed...(pointless)

I already have a basic scanner that told me the code. It also showed me the fuel pressure whilst
cranking it over after it would not start for the missus after work 2 weeks ago when it was quite
cold, which ended up being air in the fuel line...

I will come back with results, if I get something that works with the CRD!

Thanks again for your assistance :!:

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