Frosty
Yes you can read codes the rest tool starts in the (FC) Fault codes it won't read the fault codes until you press the start button. I have used the reader for Oil / Service I had my transmission service at the dealer for $246.00. oil change for my car cost $95.00, you can see the savings and the service for my car is $900.00 (Convertible). The tool works great it also comes with a Bavarian Autosports Fault Code Reader/Reset Tool Instruction Manual & Code Charts. It reads code for vehicles from 1987-1999.
Good Luck
JUS