Got Tech Skills? Welcome To The Automotive Industry
You may be hooking up a tool you bought two years ago. Is that tool actually reading all systems? The answer is no.
TOPDON Introduces ArtiPad Smart Solutions
TOPDON offers solutions designed to meet the needs of today’s technicians.
Fuel Pump Diagnostics: Using Scan Tools
With a scan tool, it’s possible to verify if the modules controlling the fuel pump are receiving the correct data like oil pressure, crank position and key position.
Tips From A Tech: Getting Ready with Readiness Monitors
Setting readiness monitors can be a frustrating task. Here’s how to ensure an accurate repair.
Making A Living With A Scope
Even for a lot of great technicians, an oscilloscope, lab scope or just “scope” can an intimidating piece of equipment.
Launch Tech Introduces IP65 Protected Scan Tool
Launch Tech’s PAD II AE is an IP65 protected, drop-tested Android based scan tool tablet with a 10.1 inch high resolution capacitive touch screen.
VIDEO: Using A Scan Tool When Replacing Battery
Andrew Markel explains how you should be using a scan tool every time a battery is replaced.
CSI: EVAP Leak Diagnostics
In order to test for leaks to resolve a code, you must think like the EVAP system and treat every EVAP leak like a crime scene.
Are You Using Your Scan Tool To Its Fullest?
Plug it in, scan for codes, it seems like the same thing over and over again, and when you’ve got one eye on the clock, it’s easy to rush through a few steps to get from point “A” to point “B.”
Base Engine Analysis Quick Quiz
Some of the most difficult problems to diagnose are engine problems. There is NO scan tool that can tell you that you have a bad cam lobe on Cylinder #4! Take our 5 question quick quiz to test your knowledge of base engine problems and how to diagnose them using tools you already have in your shop.
FRED Kicks the CAN Quick Quiz
Do you know what to do when your scan tool says “No Communications”? Can you quickly diagnose those dreaded “U-Codes” that report serial bus problems? Take our five question quick quiz to see how well you understand how these electronic systems work.
Misfire Testing with a Scan Tool Tip Clip
In this tip clip, instructor Jim Wilson talks about P0300 codes and misfire testing using your scan tool. He talks about how you would look at certain things such as RPM, MAP, changes in load, and long term fuel trims. He goes on to mention some things technicians should be aware of on Ford and Chrysler vehicles.
