1999 Escort ZX2, page 1

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 05:18 PM

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I am wondering if it is possible to retrieve the diagnostic codes for this car myself or do I have to take it and have it done. On some older cars I remember being able to do some process to get the codes. My favorite was using a paperclip on my old firechicken.

wrksstudios

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 05:25 PM

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your car is obd2. u need an obd2 reader. you can get them at any parts store.

Skewed

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 05:27 PM

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reply to post by wrksstudios

That is what I was beginning to think.
Thanks.

wrksstudios

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 05:28 PM

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drfresh

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 06:03 PM

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In canada partsource will do it for free. In the us autozone will do it for free or a small fee. I would recommend finding a ford or an escort forum. The guys on there will be able to help you save some cash.

auto4x4

posted on Jan, 31 2012 @ 07:42 PM

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hey guy you can go to autozone or any parts outlet that sells the cheap obd2 reader and pull the codes and look them up online.with the codereader they usually give you a booklet and maybe find them in there

Corruptedstructure

posted on Feb, 11 2012 @ 07:59 PM

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You can get a simple code retriever at Sears or something for around 50 bucks