TOAD is an advanced OBD software system that detects problems in a car, tells the user what the problems are and how these problems can be fixed. There are many other diagnostics tools on the market but most fall short of what they promise to do. This is not the case with the TOAD package… Continue Reading
If you fail to set up an OBD2 Scan Tool before it’s use (doesn’t apply to simple code readers) – you’ll may miss out on some valuable scan tool functions. These include enabling the power off time to be modified, turning the printer head off (if included), and allowing scans to be retained within the internal memory.… Continue Reading
Anyone who is curious and would rather learn how something works than let someone else handle the job needs a scanning tool of their own. An OBD2 adapter lets people see what is happening in their entire car. Sensor readings, parameters of engine running and various other functions of the car can be examined by… Continue Reading
New age vehicles are no longer just metal parts and components. These vehicles have sophisticated computerized systems. These systems are used to control, regulate, monitor and diagnose various aspects of the vehicle. Such connected on board systems are highly sophisticated now. It is difficult for a layperson to make sense of technical information provided by… Continue Reading
Having a car is associated with a number of advantages but the biggest among the others is that it is always there at your disposal. No matter if you want to take it for a joy ride or use it for an emergency, it is always there for you. What makes it offer this kind… Continue Reading
No one likes spending a great deal of money on car repair. People often are surprised by the high cost of this solution, and it is not going to go away. The more high tech that cars become, the higher the costs are going to become, making it nearly impossible to save for. While some… Continue Reading
When it comes to car repair, many people assume that the best way to move forward is to simply go to a mechanic or the dealership that they purchased their auto from. There’s nothing wrong with that at all, and they will help you. However, when you get the bill, you have to be ready… Continue Reading
A typical generic auto scantool is used to diagnose and detect variety of internal problems or malfunctions inside hundreds of vehicle components. This is possible because each component is monitored by sensors, which give out DTC’s (Diagnostic fault codes). These codes give you insights as to what is incorrect with the car and where the problem is… Continue Reading
This job exposes a worrying trend in a lot of automotive workshops. It seems many technicians have unrealistic expectations of what the scan tool can do. The Elantra came from another repairer, with the complaint that the air conditioning stops working after a short amount of driving. ‘I’ve checked everything,’ the technician explained. ‘The ale… Continue Reading
There are many types of devices which can be used for checking vehicle conditions. You can have some of such devices in your possession so that you can use them and check the condition of your vehicle(s) whenever needed. It is important to keep your vehicle in optimum condition so as to remain safe from… Continue Reading
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