OBDII scanner / software reasonable priced?

The newly running White Whale III (01 5.9 2wd auto) has a problem, the PCM is not activating the OD/ converter lock.

Anyone have good ideas on a scanner/ dongle/ software that will diagnose transmission problems reasonable?
A reasonably priced scanner that will access most modules is the Autel Maxi Check. You can get it through Napa and other parts stores. It was created by people that came up with the Launch