'95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?

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'95 SSEi, what is the best code reader?

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I have a '95 SSEi that can't establish a connection to the reader. The check engine light came on a few weeks ago and its intermittent with rough idle. As soon as the car starts idling rough the check engine light comes on. When it starts running smooth, it goes off. I assume it is either the MAF or O2 sensor. Couldn't find any posts on why the reader won't connect. Anyone have any ideas?

I used more than one reader, so its not that.
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Did you try a reader capable of the hybrid OBD 1.5 your car has?
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Thanks for the info. I believe everything hooked up to it was OBD 2. So I guess that's a place to start.
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So I'm a little confused. What do you guys use to diagnose your '94 and '95s? Is it an OBD1 with a 16 pin adapter? Or is it a special 1.5 reader? I also found a USB to 16 pin ALDL connector complete with diagnostic software (link below). Is this the best route to go? I really don't want to take it to a shop, I'd rather spend the money on my own diagnostic equipment. Thanks.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-OBD1-Scanner ... vi-content
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I use the Actron 9190. I'm not sure if it's the best but it's done what I needed so far, except for reading ABS codes.
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I was drawn into a 1.5 reader but it will not work with 16 pins. I guess i need the adapter. Good info here Thanks guys. Nothing with the link. Is gone.
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I ran into the same problem with a 1.5 reader. There are no adapters 16 t0 12.
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