ANCEL FX2000-US OBD2 Scanner Diagnostic Tool, ABS SRS Transmission Airbag Car Scanner, Check Engine Car Code Reader, Automotive Diagnostic Tool Lifetime Free Upgrade

Good for diagnosing and clearing all codes for every major brand, both imports and domestics. Follow the directions to "upgrade" and/or download your applicable Makes program onto your scan tool carefully and exactly. There are key words and tricky phrases, 😆. Definitely eject the SD card from your scan tool and insert it into the SD card to USB adapter provided, otherwise the update has issues. Ask me how I know? Also yes this step was clearly detailed in the procedure, as long as you didn't skim read. Outside of that, the tool works as described.

Great little piece of equipment for the shop. Was able to successfully read engine, SRS codes, and live data on my 2003 Honda Accord. It was very easy to use and way more functionality than your basic OBD2 scan tool.

Big Pluses:1. The scanner is great, I was able to get very detailed ABS system data and determine exactly what was broken in my ABS EBCM controller and not in my sensors. This was an intermittent fault that was causing my front brakes to drag. I could also see chassis codes and ECM codes that were very useful in troubleshooting. This scanner will not load or calibrate a new EBCM but it still enabled me to know exactly what part I needed and not get ripped off.2. It does come with a micro SD card already installed. which you need for updates.Small Cons:The website was easy to use and register so I could download firmware and libraries. You install an app on your laptop then download the libraries. Next you then plug in the USB and use the app to install files onto the sd card. Reinstall that into the scanner and then plug the scanner into the computer and run the updates through the app on the computer. Once it starts the progress bars will tell you when it is done, dont shut if off too soon, you can brick it. The pdf guide for updates did not match perfectly to how I was able to get it to work, maybe it was my laptop on Windows 11, I dunno, but it would not detect my scanner until the sd card with the updates was installed, then I could see it with the app.It is worth the small price IMO.

The ANCEL 2000 OBDII SCANNER......Arrived overnight on time and undamaged....First thoughts after using scanner for the first time I have used many scanners expensive and very economical in the past the scanner seems to be very good for the price point and the functions that it performs. Update instructions sketchy but if you go to the ancel website look up the scanner and navigate to the correct support page you can download the RAR file needed.After downloading file into your computer simply unplug mini security digital card plug it into the adapter into your computer and the application almost does everything for you then after choosing all and updating your software simply reinsert card into the ancel scanner and it will update the scanner for you.

I purchased the Ancel FX2000 in 2019 and the scanner has done a phenomenal job on everything I have needed it for. I have scanned several of my own and my family and friends vehicles and it has saved us countless dollars being able to scan and figure out problems as they come. It also has the ability to scan and erase SRS codes, which came in handy when I had a seatbelt issue causing an airbag light. It is quick and easy, unlike some brands that lag or take awhile to load. I have been pleasantly surprised and pleased with the product since my purchase and would recommend to anyone looking for a do-it-all scanner.

I had high hopes for this unit, unfortunately those hopes were quickly diminished. After the FX2000 arrived, I browsed through the manufacturers and their vehicles and there were ALOT not even listed. I have been a mechanic for over 35 years, so I know most American and quite a few European cars. I purchased this for my car (2021 Corvette Stingray Z51 HTC) and to use in my friends repair shop. CORVETTES ARE NOT EVEN LISTED! After seeing the "LACK" of American vehicle choices, I figured the new 2022 update would cover that issue. It was quite large for a scanner update. After the update was completed, due to the update size, I was expecting all vehicle issues to be fixed. I was WRONG. There were a couple vehicles added in each section but it still was missing alot. Even more shocking alot of the most "Popular" cars on the American side are not listed at all, cars that you see on the road everyday, and still no Corvette under Chevrolet?? You can use the basic functions of the scanner with any car that has an OBD2 port, but for the "Advanced" Diagnostics, you need to select a vehicle manufacturer and model, this is where the problem is. If I wanted basic Diagnostics, I would have bought a basic plug in OBD2 Scanner that plugs in and goes to my phone over Bluetooth. My BlueDriver is leaps and bounds ahead of the FX2000. For the price of his you should be getting MUCH, MUCH MORE. Save your money and go with a different brand because you have 50/50 odds your car will even be listed on this scanner. If your looking for U.S. vehicles only, I suggest BlueDriver. The BlueDriver has everything and more than this unit and you can email your reports. With this unit,byou have to connect to a computer using a USB cable. I do not work for BlueDriver, it was my favorite scanner but I lost it somewhere and the FX2000 listing looked promising so I thought I would try a different brand. Big Mistake.I know this review is under the name "lisa" but I'm her husband and mistakenly purchased the FX2000 while logged into her account.Trust me when I say save your money or get more money for a better scanner. Myself, I'm going back to my trusted brand. BlueDriver, which by the way has wireless updating and more features than most high dollar scanners. Save your money,take your time and do research on the scanner you end up buying. A item listing isn't always what's stated "Don't Believe The Hype" research and offsite reviews are your best bet.Thanks for listening (reading).

Pay a little more for more features

Good mid entry level more advanced code/diagnostic tool. I really need to get a more advance one for the diagnostics I have been doing on the cars people are bringing to me. Not very good at all for hard copy reports