I see there are many OBDII scanning tools out there, I need to but one ASAP for my 96' A4 can any one recommend a specific model? Thanks!

 

Vag-com

www.ross-tech.com

 

Vag-Com, but you need a laptop computer, otherwise a code reader.

 

2nd that, worth every penny and will repay itself very quickly

 

If you dont have a laptop, any OBDII compliant reader will read the trouble codes and allow you to clear them.
Its a standard interface so any OBDII will work, for any car 1996 or newer.

If you do have a laptop, get the vag-com interface and software, it has addidtional features for Audi/VW.

 

cheap and cheerful and does the lot, Reads and erases Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) of Engine, ABS, Airbags and Automatic Transmission.

edit: forgot to put the link in
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Code-Reader-OB...QQcmdZViewItem

 

For the B7 you need CAN bus. His '96 can use any code reader.

 

just go onto Ebay and type in OBD - you'll get a ton of hits - just pick one any of them will provide you will read/erase/reset capabilities

 

Thanks you've all been most helpful! Peace!

 

Depends on what you intend to do. Any generic code scanner will be best cost-wise if scanning for codes is all you want. Vag Com is best if you want that capability on top of many other diagnostic features.
Sooo... Ya... What Ace said^