A Scan Tool That Does it All for Under $500? Ancel X7 Full System Automotive Scanner is a Beast!

In this video we will take a look at a Bi-directional scan tool from Ancel. This scanner is under $500 and it packs a punch. Great for DIY'ers and professionals alike. It is loaded up with features and does everything a scan tool should do and more.
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[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

If you are interested in this scanner here is where you can purchase it: www.ancel.com/?rfsn=7327690.54a8a29&.54a8a29

[@blackink6703]

Just got me one. And run to KZbin and find you with this video. I appreciated very much because now I know that I purchase something that is good. Blessings brother

[@gre3nmanq859]

After nine months of owning it how good is it and do you like it?

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

Wow, yes, I could’ve use that diagnosing my wheel speed sensor on my GM. Fantastic breakdown of the scanner. I hope a lot of people watch this and benefit from this dynamic video.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks brother! They come in handy that’s for sure

[@COTU9]

Thanks for a great review on the that X7 scanner. Very helpful.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You are welcome

[@saneauto]

Good tips about the graph and wheel speed sensors

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks! I dealt with them all the time and so much I could do them in my sleep. 😂

[@antoniobarrios8867]

Excellent video Sir, what could I do when I need the electrical diagrams? Thank you very much.

[@philipollogx4702]

Excellent. Can this reset or perform relearn procedure diesel nox sensor?

[@matolittleelkwells5377]

Are updates expensive on this scan tool and have you used the key programming functions

[@Topsoil4u]

THANK YOU VERY HELPFULL

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You are welcome

[@ruston723]

your video is better than any thing ancel its self has on any of its scanners i got the heavey duty truck one it should be easier to get set up and working or maybe im just stupid

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! I would think I would be ready to go other then maybe doing an update

[@abruptv8727]

So for the cluster setting will it unlock a vin lock? What does that function do?

[@onrdetailingnews802]

Great 👍video buddy tfs

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks!

[@eronroberts2679]

What about forced particulate filter regeneration on a Chevy Duramax Diesel truck?

[@jamesjennings4900]

I have had the 6 for about 2 years and am still learning new uses for it. Worth every bit of the $550 I paid. Excellent product.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s great to hear! Thanks for watching

[@taipanmeserablegoat2416]

Mines mysteriously stopped booting up after the final update. Isn't that suspicious

[@maurice3464]

Does it do ford ECM PCM reprogramming?

[@MyJp1983]

I am getting ready to pull the trigger, how do you like the 6 so far?

[@jamesjennings4900]

@@MyJp1983 I had some problems after deleting too much information that was stored on the unit and it took several months to hammer out with customer service (I'm not a full time tech) after about 2 months of passive inquiry, They finally were able to send me a new password to use with the serial number on the unit and it updated to a new operating system. I leaned that I only need to download the auto makes that I need to work on to keep the RAM in operational perimeters. Other than that, I like it so far as it also works as a tablet for an internet browser as well. It does what much more expensive units do, has a touch screen, and is impact resistant. Definitely worth the money I paid which was about $600 with the 4 year extended warranty for the V6 unit.

[@antoniobarrios8867]

Hello Ser, very good video, please tell me what's the mining of us plug and eu plug( diferent prices), thanks you Ser.

[@verygoodvibes]

Mr. FAB, will it do a pontiac grand prix gt to retrain the powertrain ,reset the ecu sensor communications, or if need be program a new ecu?

[@clairebailey5392]

It will actually tell you when a wheel speed sensor is bad and specify which wheel it is. Amazing scanner for price.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It is a nice little scanner

[@markm6444]

So will a $25 bluetooth OBD

[@bengardezy2169]

Looks like a good scanner. Sprinters have Nox sensors, o2 sensors, and soot sensor. They all look like o2 sensors but nox sensors have a little control unit connected to it. They go bad all the time and mercedes has a customer initiative on most of the sprinters to fix this issue.

[@taipanmeserablegoat2416]

Don't believe the hype

[@strongarmtactical6176]

Will the scanner reboot airbag systems modules towards sensor is bad??

[@IntervalePC]

Great video Brian👍👍 Will be definitely be getting one for sure @ such a good price for what it can do💲💲 I have a question not related to the scanner.... What is going on with that 1 brush constantly swaying side to side toward the end of the video🤔❓🤷‍♂

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I just noticed that. I don’t know it must have been a 👻! 😂

[@MasterTechLou]

Interesting that it did not have actuations on the sprinter. I ran into this on other brands I review. Im sure its updated since then.

[@joemin97]

Great Video, Needed a New Scan Tool for my Shop and I picked one of these up they also have one for HD Trucks which I also Picked up for working on Heavy Trucks and Equipment. Excellent Price. Time will tell if it lasts but for the price I could buy another and still only have spent a fraction of the cost of the other bi-direction scan tools.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! I use it frequently and it has been great for me. I have bought the more expensive Snap On scanners and this does the same thing

[@joemin97]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Yeah, I picked up the same unit but has all the connections for HD equipment and those are on sale for $650 which is a far cry from $5500 for the cheapest HD scan tool I could find. Been working in mechanical repair since 97 and man the price of these on the tool trucks are getting worse. I can't see spending $15,000 for a Snap On Zues Scanner. When all it is a Tablet with a plastic case enveloping it an add on software. Even the Updates on these are only $200 per year after the the 2yr free updates. and even if you don't update it is still useable unlike other scan tool manufacturers that lock down everything and just make it a read only scan tool if you don't update it.

[@OfficialSandfreak1]

How's it been working out for you on semi/heavy diesel? Any issues with tablet crashing or it not connecting to a truck? Thanks

[@joemunk]

Maybe i missed it but does this have a micro sd slot for expanding memory?

[@DANIEL32170]

Does this work for when ecu gets replaced to make the key communicate with it?

[@kevinwright2695]

Hey if i got a radio from a salvage yard got i program it to work in the car??

[@richardlopez4563]

Can I check live ignition firing on a 2000 Acura TL with this

[@breakz360]

Just curious, are most functions available on most cars? Or are some cars strictly limited to DTC and receive data? I'm assuming there's alot of stuff you need to download depending on make. Also are the updates free for life or is there future cost involved?

[@robertlynch8039]

is this capable of programming a used BCM I have to swap on my car? 2012 Suzuki Sx4 Crossover

[@90zuk4]

Does it work for rams with the 6.7?

[@jaychalmers6141]

Best scanner video on KZbin, and I’ve seen a lot of them lately. I have a 2007 Chevy Kodiak C4500 class 5 “medium duty” commercial truck with a stock 6.6 Duramax LMM diesel. Just wondering if you think the X7 would graph the key DPF parameters while doing a forced exhaust regeneration? Or, at least, hopefully the X7 would show the “soot load” or other exhaust restriction data needed to show the condition of the diesel DPF. If not, do you have a specific recommendation for a scanner for this type of vehicle please? Maybe the Ancel HD3400 or 3500, or? I’d like to keep the cost down below $1,500.00 if possible. Thanks again.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! I’ve never tried that with this scanner so I can’t answer that. The best thing would be to contact Ancel and ask them directly.

[@esn2000]

Can it do a compression test?

[@bufoalatorre1936]

Will it work on a 2000 7.3 powerstroke

[@taipanmeserablegoat2416]

If it's anything like the V6 version, same your Money and buy something else. Mines stopped booting up after the final update, now if that's not suspicious, and can't reach Tec support? Hope yours is Free

[@zovlogs1166]

Does this scanner have a subscription?

[@erikrezlman7900]

Great video! Appreciate the details. One thing I’m wondering, can I delete a code or reset an engine light on dash so it’s not there anymore? Thanks

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! Yes you can erase codes.

[@davidhall3747]

Can you Clone PCMSs with this Scanner?

[@saneauto]

That seems great for a $400 price point

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It really is!

[@nephtalilucero8084]

I used mine today for first time. I cleared all the codes and did anothere scan with no results. It stays stuck and says no readind of mcu. What can be the issue? Did i clear the computer reading?

[@user-tc1go4ik5n]

Does this scanner have a subscription

[@gabrielmacias4466]

How muck is the yearly subscription?

[@atsernov]

No description on fault codes is a major deal breaker for any "professional" use. It's a software update to fix, and it is one they need to do if they intend to compete with other scan tools in the price range.

[@carloliveira]

Can the Ancel X7 do a gravity sensor calibration for th ABS Module on a Nissan Xterra 2006

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I have no idea that’s very specific. You would be best to contact the company and ask them.

[@a3sully]

I am having a door ajar issue with a Ford Escape. Also, a Chrystler town & country intermittent no crank. Trying to isolate if it is tipm or wiring on it. Trying to see if this scanner looks at tipm data on the chrystler and gem module for doors on the ford and see historical data. For the cost of diagnosing one of them, I could get this scan tool and figure out both problems if this tool can access the data I need to figure out the issues.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it will do both for you.

[@a3sully]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing awesome.

[@user-ft5qs3tv4v]

Does it show live data? Current misfires? Can you do cylinder contribution tests? What about injector pulses?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it can do all those.

[@phatpromo1364]

Would it have helped me with my charging system issues. I had bad voltage regulator reading at Orielly, but we didn't know if it was bad PCM or something else. Those types of things I'd need

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It depends on the car make it really has nothing to do with the scanner. Fords are known for the PCM going bad and that’s what tells the alternator how much to put out. You have to read the ECM parameter for the alternator to see if it’s telling it to charge and how much. Hope that make sense.

[@moparwrench18]

Can it do a recalibration on hvac actuators for the blend doors?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it can

[@dirtyred5125]

is it canfd and Diop

[@Lynnmotorworks]

I have a 2016 jeep and want to replace the suspension air pump. Do you know if this can work with that system to test things?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I don’t know without having it hooked up to that particular vehicle.

[@RD-zq7bp]

Will this show cylinder misfire live time along with what specific cylinder and how many misfires?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it will

[@H6irenvy]

I want to buy my husband a scanner because he's always having electrical problems with his car

[@izazhussain1525]

Wow

[@williamwoody7511]

Will it learn modules to the ECM on Fords such as steering module and BCM?

[@OGRH]

That's what I wanted to know... specifically in the BCM "BPP reset"... not many answers coming through in this comment section!

[@OGRH]

I'm surprised the company hasn't had employees coming in to this section and just answering questions about their product. Might be a great product, but the sales team could be a bit more aggressive.

[@RedNecksAuto]

So driving around with live data on for example you could see the Fuel Injector cylinder 1 not working right, will this allow you to disable the instrument cluster Trumpet?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It all depends on the vehicle manufacturer as to what’s offered on live data stream. I’m not sure about the instrument cluster.

[@RedNecksAuto]

One thing I am excited about is the OBD is plugged into the scan tool and then tablet can go under the hood with me using live data no more going back and forth

[@mrtaliano3164]

I have same scanner but now not working I get this all the time all initialization if generic obdll & eobd failed . can you tell me what is the problem

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I have no idea. You would have to contact the manufacturer

[@hoofhearted1326]

Is there a fee to keep the updates current on the scanner? Some scanner you have to pay for the new updates.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I don’t believe there is a fee.

[@Myth0x2]

For the X7 it's free for 2 years, then $99 a year to receive updates after that. However, you could continue to use it without updating if you chose to, you just wouldn't be able to get past the SGM (security gateway module) on newer-ish cars or get the latest updates. But again, the latest updates would most likely only really be relevant if you were working on newer cars.

[@saneauto]

Can you send the codes to your email or fb messenger so you can print them on your old school printer?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes you should be able to.

[@onrdetailingnews802]

That's the main thing I look for them fault codes that's where the problem is

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Not always! Fault codes get you close but don’t always pin point the problem.

[@onrdetailingnews802]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing if it's over 3 or 4 fault codes ecm could be going bad or bad 👎

[@josephrogers2693]

Do you have to purchase for each make and model vehicle?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

No it’s for all males and models

[@vamosajugarpelota]

Can it activate a air blend mix door on driver's side on Infiniti? I didn't see that in the selection

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I have no idea. That’s very specific and I don’t work on Infinity’s.

[@vamosajugarpelota]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing I guess does it activate blend door actuators ok an make and model if so it likely works on Infiniti

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

@@vamosajugarpelota yes it does on models I have looked at on it. I know it does on my wife’s jeep.

[@trevorschuety9426]

does this work for light duty diesels? i’ve got a f250 powerstroke

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it will work on diesels.

[@paddy9507]

Hi, I'm Dan H. and I'm in Australia and have a Toyota LC 300 series GR sport. Will this scanner provide information on my vehicle?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It should but w don’t have that model in the US so I can’t say for sure. Your best bet is to contact the manufacturer.

[@paddy9507]

Thank you I will.

[@AmerElMumenin]

How much that item

[@1diotwithideas]

Does anyone have a scanner that does abs wheel speed sensors for a DIYer? I changed my hubs then got codes. From Detroit Axle shipped through Amazon

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

This scanner will do it.

[@MrKillerRC]

How’s it compare to the Xtool D8?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I’ve never used that scanner so I can’t answer that

[@jamesmichael8549]

Do you have to pay every year in order for this OBD reader to work ? If you dont pay does that still work ? Do you need to have internet to used it ? If you don't updates does that still work without updates ? Out from the box can you used it without wifi or internet ? Can this scan for Fuel Pressure ? And can this scan for compression test ? Is this a Complete diagnostic Scan tools ?does it Scan from 1996 cars going up ? How about Toyota Camry 2001 2.2 Liter 4 Cyl or Buick Park Ave 2003 3.8 Liter does it Scan these cars ? Does this scan for battery ignition parameters ? Does it Scan for a bad head gaskets ? Is this the latest version 2024 ?

[@user-ne7wo5wo6e]

😂

[@tadscott565]

You're digging at me with the GM comments 😂. Does look like a good scanner though

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Sorry man! 😂 I have been using it for a while now and really like it a lot.

[@viktorkalashnikov2871]

I paid in abuy 455 dll

[@walterbaldwin3643]

@FABAutomotiveDetailing does this diag tool work for Subaru vehicles?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it does

[@kenhawkins6641]

Can you clear the Transmission Control Module for Jeeps?

[@tyfly8768]

Can this thing relearn transmission gears?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s one thing I have not tried with it.

[@Boost5.0stang]

Hi can you tell me if this can reset air bag module after a slight impact. My Silverado seat belts locked up and after replacing them the light is still on and i need to get it to shut off. I am looking to buy this scanner in order to reset the air bag module.

[@Boost5.0stang]

Also this can do diesel trucks also like a Chevy 2500 or a ford f350?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it will

[@Sectionmillionaire-fg8mm]

Will this tool tell me which speed sensor is bad on a particular wheel? Or which hub is bad on a particular wheel? I’m looking to start wrenching on my own vehicles now that I have a few. Thanks

[@MrJoker-be5eu]

Cheap scanner tools will do this for you so yea of course this one should tell you more then that

[@khristianmarkanthonylacand4159]

Can you use it for trucks?or 24v?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Pickup trucks yes as long as they are OBDII. I don’t know of any OBDII vehicles that are 24 volt

[@chrismajano4383]

Does this program keys?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Key Fobs yes!

[@nigelthomas6642]

Are the updates also for newer vehicle 2023 and up just asking thank you

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it has updates on different available all the time.

[@nigelthomas6642]

Thanks for the quick response I am interested in this product can't believe for the price this tool does a lot the only problem I have is trying to get in contact with a live customer service personal

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

@@nigelthomas6642 You are welcome! I haven’t had to do that so I’m not sure how hard it is

[@nigelthomas6642]

One last question does this tool come with the transmission temp option to check the trans level most cars today have that setup I'll wait on your response thank you

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

@@nigelthomas6642 I’m sure it does but I haven’t used it for that yet. Even the most basic scanners have trans temp sensor data.

[@brian8045]

Not finding this offer on their website

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Click on the link in the video description then scroll down until you see the Ancel X7. Should be the first one you see.

[@brian8045]

I figured it out. When I tried to open with safari it won’t give you that price. Chrome seems to work.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

@@brian8045 Awesome!

[@Rolezarolaj-jg1km]

Put the bloody safety belt in and beeping will Stop 😳

[@Califas2014]

Will work on volkswagen ????

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes

[@Califas2014]

Ok, Can you help me out.. I have more questions… can I program the confort control module on jetta 06 with this device scanner ???

[@jamesbrayall8288]

do you have to pay for up dates??????????

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I haven’t had it long enough to know. Best thing to do is contact the company

[@larryhenderson73]

Has anyone used this on construction equipment? Excavators, Front Loaders, Boom Lift, Telehandlers ext…..

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

This is made for automobiles.

[@cyrusmwangi1663]

What about vin programming

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I do not believe it will program VIN numbers. That usually has to be done at a dealership.

[@davidhall3747]

You need a EEPROM Programmer to perform VIN Write functions.

[@tsepangnoko1962]

​Does ee prom work on ancel x 7

[@marklima8308]

Can it open and close active grill shutters ?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Never had to try it so I can’t say if it does. It should be able to though

[@joaquinmireles3912]

Ive got that dies all this 29 dollars

[@rogermetz839]

How much less 499.99😊

[@izazhussain1525]

I'm from jammu and kashmir india My name is izaz hussain I'm electronics Honda car Experience 15 years

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Second!!!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

🥈

[@johnmitchell8925]

How much did Pepsi-Cola pay you

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Man I wish they would pay me or give me some free Pepsi that would be nice. It gets expensive. 😂

[@jmmustangs3078]

1st

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

🏆

[@tom73055]

Why do you buy this unit that is made in china instead of made in USA?

[@poppynokc1977]

I'm sure it's the price point and such. What you're typing on is probably a product from China or the likes as well. 🤷🏽😉

[@maher198051]

Hello, I bought this device 5 months ago. The device is bad and I do not recommend it

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Did you contact the company? I have had zero problems with mine and a lot of people have told me theirs have been great also

He obviously got paid for this review. One man asked if it would reset the guage clust....Crickets from this SCAMMER. It won't do anything more that the Thinkscan diag 2 will do for 1/3 the cost.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Um I have never been paid for a review for any video. I can’t answer all comments but I do my best to do so. Sometimes they get by me. Thanks for being a keyboard warrior though.

[@Californicate1]

Does it have external speaker for videos ?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it does

[@Californicate1]

Thanks