how do i check error codes?

[kichi]

I want to buy the mechanism so I can check error codes for my 2000 S. What should I get please?

[mikefocke]

You can buy a code reader which will get one subset of the codes (the most common engine related) (see Actron as a brand many use), a Durametric which requires a Windows capable Portable PC which will do more but none of them will do as much as the computers the dealers have (PST2, PIWIS).

[jsceash]

Originally Posted by kichi

I want to buy the mechanism so I can check error codes for my 2000 S. What should I get please?

The question really gets to be what do you wand to spend.
1. Durametrics gives the most information for about $279 - $318
2. I use Dyno scan also a PC based system about 10 to 20 % less data $175
3. Hand scanners start from $49 you'll need a repair book to give code definitions for most of those. They increase in value with lines of displayed data and definitions of codes to up to and some over $200.
4. Auto Zone will read and reset code for free.

[kichi]

thanks guys! I am going to buy the Durametrics.

[mump]

Though durametrics does a ton for the Porsche, I just bought a simple $45 reader off Amazon. Something that reads/erases. This way it works in everything. Used it for my Porsche, my 2 BMWs, back when I had my Evos, helped out buddies at work, etc.... Well worth the money.

[wwhyukaa]

X-VCI Porsche piwis1 is only for Porsche,has more function: Diagnosis + Programming + key copier.
But it is also more expensive. About$1100.