Hi!
I have many questions on the MT2500 scanner 'brick' i think? But will keep it simple at first as i apparently know not-much about it, but know i need it... Make sense?
Anyway, I just bought a used mt2500 scanner (backlit ver 2.2, 'brick' i think?) off of ebay... A few hours ago. Seller isn't even shipping until the AM... Regardless. After reading a few posts here looking for upgrade info i find that Snapon is not going to support the mt2500 any longer???... Dope! I guess the mt2500 is old but so are my vehicles, so maybe i'll be ok... Let's see!
I guess my first question is... Will the 'brick' support my two 99's with the latest software/firmware/eproms, cartridge, etc. updates? I would think so?
2nd question may have to wait until i get it unless someone can briefly explain the update/upgrade process, or point me to the right thread to get it? The scanner has the GM reference manual, but not sure if that will tell me how to upgrade
3rd - What would be the cartridges needed for my 99's to completely cover any fixes... (Primary, T/S, Transmission, OBDII)? Can you list the correct part numbers for me please? The scanner didn't come with any
Added vehicle info:
- 99 Chevy Blazer ZR2, 4.3, auto, 115k miles, no current codes, but i have seen the P0452 code a few times, but has not came back in 2 weeks after clearing. The fuel pump was changed over 1.5 years ago, SFI to MFI swap about 6 months ago.
- 99 Chevy Astro 4.3 auto, rear heat and a/c 126k miles, current DTC code P0420, I only recently changed the coil due to the sparking coming from the coil/top where the plug slides on
Well i think that should be it for now...
For what it's worth - I really have no need for the newer, more expensive scanners simply because i have a tremendous urge to keep older 'chevy' vehicles running and not spend my hard earned money on a newer scanner as i don't plan on making a living with it.
Sorry for the long post, but i think i just need some help getting started with this new (old) toy.
Any input truely appreciated!
Thanks
I have many questions on the MT2500 scanner 'brick' i think? But will keep it simple at first as i apparently know not-much about it, but know i need it... Make sense?
Anyway, I just bought a used mt2500 scanner (backlit ver 2.2, 'brick' i think?) off of ebay... A few hours ago. Seller isn't even shipping until the AM... Regardless. After reading a few posts here looking for upgrade info i find that Snapon is not going to support the mt2500 any longer???... Dope! I guess the mt2500 is old but so are my vehicles, so maybe i'll be ok... Let's see!
I guess my first question is... Will the 'brick' support my two 99's with the latest software/firmware/eproms, cartridge, etc. updates? I would think so?
2nd question may have to wait until i get it unless someone can briefly explain the update/upgrade process, or point me to the right thread to get it? The scanner has the GM reference manual, but not sure if that will tell me how to upgrade
3rd - What would be the cartridges needed for my 99's to completely cover any fixes... (Primary, T/S, Transmission, OBDII)? Can you list the correct part numbers for me please? The scanner didn't come with any
Added vehicle info:
- 99 Chevy Blazer ZR2, 4.3, auto, 115k miles, no current codes, but i have seen the P0452 code a few times, but has not came back in 2 weeks after clearing. The fuel pump was changed over 1.5 years ago, SFI to MFI swap about 6 months ago.
- 99 Chevy Astro 4.3 auto, rear heat and a/c 126k miles, current DTC code P0420, I only recently changed the coil due to the sparking coming from the coil/top where the plug slides on
Well i think that should be it for now...
For what it's worth - I really have no need for the newer, more expensive scanners simply because i have a tremendous urge to keep older 'chevy' vehicles running and not spend my hard earned money on a newer scanner as i don't plan on making a living with it.
Sorry for the long post, but i think i just need some help getting started with this new (old) toy.
Any input truely appreciated!
Thanks
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