Having a good VAG-COM scan tool can go a long way to help not only find a mechanical problem but to do some light modding. There are many VAG-COM VCDS scan tools available for Volkswagen, from low cost units to high-end expensive models. Below are some of the more popular options that would be a good fit for… Read More »
Using a laptop to scan OBD2 codes is an easy task and even possibly one of the better options. One of the great things about using a laptop when scanning codes is the ability to quickly look online for answers. As long as the laptop is online an error code can be looked up and the many online… Read More »
A video review is at the bottom of the page. like almost everything new today your car has a computer and if its 1996 or newer it has an OBD2 which is onboard diagnostics second-generation, than codes can be read easily. A good OBD2 code scanner can read and clear error codes. The main thing most… Read More »
Finding a good OBDII scan tool for a 2012 Toyota Camry is nice to have when making repairs or doing maintenance. The 2012 Camry onboard computer (PCM) can give basic OBDII codes along with more advanced Airbag and SRS errors. Most any OBDII scan tool will read the basic codes but the more advanced errors need a more… Read More »
The Autel MaxiScan MS300 is a low-cost diagnostic scan tool code reader for vehicles 1996 and newer. Since it a low-cost OBDII scan tool this makes it ideal for those on a budget, just don’t expect all the extra features an expensive model would have. Pros …It will display the error codes for most any car… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool with ABS (Anti lock Brake System) is a nice thing to have while troubleshooting vehicle problems. There are many OBDII scan tools available from low-cost to high-end units. Everyone will have a different requirement from an automotive scan tool. For example a DIY mechanic will not have the need of an… Read More »
The INNOVA 6100P is an advanced scan tool that can read standard OBD2 engine codes as well as ABS and SRS errors. Most any OBDII scan tool can read and erase standard errors but only advanced units can also scan and erase ABS and SRS. Troubleshooting ABS (Anti Brake System) or SRS/Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System) is… Read More »
Using a Bluetooth scan tool with the OBD2 port in a car or truck allows you to read the vehicles information and give you the data in real-time. The adapter is paired with your smartphone and plugs in under your dash of your car into the computer OBD2 port. It reads the data from your car… Read More »
There are a few ways you can get a free diagnostic test done on your car or truck. All vehicles from 1996 and newer have an OBDII port under the dashboard that with a scan tool can read engine codes. Many vehicles also have built-in diagnostics for basic troubleshooting. Here are the best options to get a… Read More »
A car or truck engine light can come on for many reasons, from a loose gas cap to a more serious engine problem. Clearing an engine light can be done in a few ways depending on the vehicle. Keep in mind unless the problem if fixed more than likely the engine light will come back on.… Read More »
There are many OBDII scan tools available all with different features, options, and price ranges. A good scan tool must be able to read and clear errors a vehicle is having and display them to the user. It also should have an easy to use interface. OBD2 scanners tools can range from expensive to low-cost… Read More »
OBD2 Bluetooth WiFi dongles have become very popular since they are low-cost devices and work well. There are many to choose from with most using the Torque App or similar with a smartphone. One of the more frustrating things is using one and getting no Bluetooth or WiFi Device Selected error code. Below are the steps… Read More »
If the check engine light comes on in your car or truck there are a few ways to find out why on a budget. The check engine light comes on when a vehicles computer receives and error from the engine and will store the code. Reading the code will point to the problem the car or trcuk… Read More »
There are many good OBD2 scan tools for most any vehicle including Honda’s. Some scanners can only read basic functions while a few have more advanced features that are Honda specific. With the many available below we list some of our favorite options. In full disclosure these units have been sent to us from companies to review which… Read More »
Having a good OBD2 scan tool goes a long way to help troubleshoot a vehicle problem and point to the repair needed. There are many good OBD2 scanners to use that come with different menus, features, and price ranges. Often what works for one person may not work for another so below we list our favorite… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool when troubleshooting a Chevy or GM vehicle is a nice thing to have. An OBDII scan tool can point to the problem a car or truck is having. Being able to communicate with the onboard computer will give invaluable data as to what the problem is. What Is a Chevy OBDII Error… Read More »
If you own a Kia and need a good OBDII scan tool there are many available. Owning an OBDII scan tool is ideal for troubleshooting a car or just knowing why the engine light is on. What Is a Kia OBDII Scan Tool? All modern vehicles including Kia have an OBDII port which communicates with the onboard computer.… Read More »
Having an OBD2 scan tool is useful in many situations when an engine light comes on. But what if you dont have a scan tool and need to know the code? Many vehicles has a built-in diagnostic that will give the code as I recently found out with Dodge cars and trucks. I haven’t tried… Read More »
Anyone who has an engine light come on will no doubt like to know what the problem is. The standard way is to use an OBD2 scan tool which will give the error code which can then be looked up. But what if you dont have a scan tool? Most vehicles have a built-in diagnostic… Read More »
Finding the right OBD II scan tool to work on a Volkswagen Passat is easy enough, some with more features than others. One of the things that VW Passat’s have unique is VAG-COM VCDS which goes beyond industry standard OBDII codes. All vehicles 1996 and newer have an OBDII port which started with OBD version 1,… Read More »
Having a good OBDII Scan tool can help greatly when it comes time to troubleshooting a car. They display the error code that points to the problem a vehicle is having. There are many OBDII scan tools that give basic engine codes with most unable to read ABS, SRS, or transmission errors. Transmission codes are in the P0700… Read More »
An OBDII scan tool can read and erase engine error codes from a vehicles computer that the engine has given. This is often displayed to a driver with the dashboard engine light. Cars and trucks today all have a computer (ECM, PCM) that controls the vehicles engine and will get an error when there is a malfunction. The… Read More »
The Topdon Plus Professional Car Diagnostic Tool is a universal OBD II scan tool. It is built to give a user any problem codes a vehicle may be having along with the what the problem is. OBD2 scanners like the Topdon Plus can work with any car or truck 1996 and newer. It has a nice display along… Read More »
OBDII WiFi adapters for cars and trucks that send information to a smartphone have become very popular. They are low-cost units that can do anything a standalone OBDII unit can do at a much lower cost. They are also simple to use with many Apps available for both Android and Apple smartphones. The ELM327 is one… Read More »
There is a video at the bottom of the page for a visual walk-through if needed. If you have a check engine light come on in your Jeep Wrangler there is built-in diagnostics that show the code. After the code is read it can be Googled to find the problem. The steps are simple by… Read More »
Since their introduction OBD2 Bluetooth scanner tools have become a favorite among part-time mechanics and professionals to find and fix engine problems. They are low-cost engine diagnostic tools that can help troubleshoot a problem. For example if an engine light comes on which gives no indication to the problem a small low-cost OBD2 adapter code scan tool can… Read More »
Small Bluetooth OBD II scan tools have become very popular and used by everyone from DIY mechanics to used car buyers. The Vgate iCar2 is once such small unit that will link to a smartphone, tablet, or computer via Bluetooth and give errors and clear codes. These small units are very cheap and are able to… Read More »
A video review is at the bottom of the post. The KW680 OBDII automotive scan tool is a popular low-cost unit. It can read and clear a vehicles engine codes and is easy to use which makes it a good unit for home users or backyard mechanics. This unit was sent to me to review with… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk through. This unit was sent to me to review with my honest opinion and results below. Congress passed the clean air act in 1970 and started the epa, however it wasn’t until January 1st 1996 that all vehicles were required to have OBD (on-board… Read More »
OBD2 automotive scanner tools come in a wide range of packages from small wireless scanners to large professional units. With the huge variety available there is no-doubt that the Best OBD2 scan tool is debatable. What it really comes down to though is how often will the tool be used and in what conditions. For… Read More »
Low-cost OBD II scan tools have become very popular since they can point to the problem a car or truck is having and help fix it. The Suaoki OM123 is once such low-cost vehicle scan tool that can read and clear engine codes. This makes it a good unit in many scenarios such as a part time… Read More »
If you have a car or truck that the engine light is on and want to know why, there is a cheap low-cost way to do it with a smartphone. All vehicles since 1996 have an onboard computer and a plug called a OBDII socket that can talk to it with the right device. Since the… Read More »
Low cost OBD2 scan tools have become very popular since they can point to a problem a vehicles may be having. This makes them ideal to know what is wrong with a car or truck. The Launch AI OBD II scan tool is once such unit that can help diagnose engine problems. It is universally compatible… Read More »
A video review is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk through. This unit was sent to me to review with my honest opinion and results below. The CReader 4001 OBD2 scan tool doesn’t have much for appearance, but were it lacks in Looks, it sure makes up in features. I am use to a… Read More »
If you are an iPhone user and have a vehicle with a check engine light on a small low-cost device can be bought to tell you what the problem is. It is called an OBDII adapter and can talk to a car or trucks onboard computer and display the problem on an iPhone. The onboard computer in… Read More »