Smoking engine after coil and spark plug change

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by john12312

JFP in PA... what is the shortfall vs Durametric?

It cannot activate or test several items like curse control, on board computer, etc,; it will not clear the oil change reminder on several new models, it cannot test several modules routinely tested during diagnostics, it cannot test activate several common items like the SAI, cooling fans, and VarioCam systems on several models, it cannot evaluate Tiptronic transmissions, etc. I could go on, but there is a huge difference between the two diagnostic systems.

[john12312]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

It cannot activate or test several items like curse control, on board computer, etc,; it will not clear the oil change reminder on several new models, it cannot test several modules routinely tested during diagnostics, it cannot test activate several common items like the SAI, cooling fans, and VarioCam systems on several models, it cannot evaluate Tiptronic transmissions, etc. I could go on, but there is a huge difference between the two diagnostic systems.

Good info. Thanks.

[blue62]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

It cannot activate or test several items like curse control, on board computer, etc,; it will not clear the oil change reminder on several new models, it cannot test several modules routinely tested during diagnostics, it cannot test activate several common items like the SAI, cooling fans, and VarioCam systems on several models, it cannot evaluate Tiptronic transmissions, etc. I could go on, but there is a huge difference between the two diagnostic systems.

That's interesting.
I have both the Durametric Pro and the Foxwell 520.
the only differences I have noticed when used on my 2000S is the Foxwell cannot activate the Cruise control or the onboard computer .
My 2000s is very basic didn't even have the cruise control option. Thus the reason I have the Durametric Pro model.
Seems the more options the car has and the newer the model the more the Durametric stands out but at a price premium.
I also like the Foxwell because I am not limited to just one manufacture.

[john12312]

Originally Posted by blue62

That's interesting.
I have both the Durametric Pro and the Foxwell 520.
the only differences I have noticed when used on my 2000S is the Foxwell cannot activate the Cruise control or the onboard computer .
My 2000s is very basic didn't even have the cruise control option. Thus the reason I have the Durametric Pro model.
Seems the more options the car has and the newer the model the more the Durametric stands out but at a price premium.
I also like the Foxwell because I am not limited to just one manufacture.

The Durametric is Windows based only?

[blue62]

Originally Posted by john12312

The Durametric is Windows based only?

I believe so!

[john12312]

Thanks to all for taking time to provide feedback. Really appreciate the info.

I'll review the connections and replace the original plugs that were working fine before being replaced. Need to make a decision on a scanner. I like the price point and flexibility of the foxwell, but would like the added functions of the Durametric.. Only obstacle is my windows PC is old and needs an extension cord for power. Been using Macs for about 5 years now and have gotten used to them.

[elgyqc]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

It cannot activate or test several items like curse control...

I really need the option for the curse control... it can get out of hand.