Hi Guys,
we are not sponsors here, so just some very general info on diagnostic tools (I am part of GAP):
- diagnostic tool functionality can be broken down into 2 groups:
Basic functions
1. Fault read and clear
2. Live values
3. Control I/O (manual control over components to switch components on/off for testing)
3. Service functions (service intervall reset, EPB service, EAS calibration, etc)
and
Advanced Functions
1. Key programming
2. CCF programming (includes all sorts of parameters from comfort features such as follow-me-home to DRLs to programming what brand of EAS compressor is fitted)
3. ECU flashing (OEM updates, tuning, etc)
4. Special functions (such as EAS manual control, CCF/settings back-up, etc)
Nearly all aftermarket diagnostic systems such as the Hawkeye, etc are only able to perform functions within the first group - basic functions. The iLand/BP Lynx Pro (same tool) have a very limited number of the advanced functions and not all functions are available on all models.
And one item that seems to get lost in all the info people have to try to understand when making decisions on which diagnostic device to buy: the IIDTool is VIN-lock free for ALL Land Rover models we cover on basic functions. No model groups or professional versions needed. This brings the IIDTool BT very close to the completely unlocked versions of the iLand/Lynx at well under 1/2 the cost.
The one caveat is that the IIDTool does not cover the D1 and 2 nor the P38 RR.
2 things that GAP does almost exclusively in the realm of LR diagnostic systems is provide support (which is important even for professional technicians) and offer the ability to flash tuning files through our partner Bell Auto Services.
Yes, I am biased, but I HTH clear the fog just a little.