DrivePRO Offers Complete Diagnostics with OEM Licensing
The DrivePRO platform allows your business to maintain profitability regardless of what brand vehicle you’re servicing. Flash programming, calibration, scanning and remote expert guidance are all available through the DrivePRO.
Code Reader Podcast: P0340
Sharing the diagnostic approach of industry experts from our Maximizing Tools column, today’s Code Reader looks at a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse with the 4G64 2.4 liter and a complaint of a rough running condition and a no-start when warm. A DTC scan revealed DTC P0340.
CAS Announces Release of Latest Gscan Software Development
CAS has announced that E-ZDS has recently released the next major software update for their Gscan line of diagnostic scanners. With this latest release, the Gscan series of tools are receiving updates to more than 20 specific car lines including GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota/Lexus, Nissan/Infiniti, Mercedes-Benz, VW/Audi, Honda/Acura and others.
Innova Launches RepairSolutions2 Automotive App and OBD Diagnostic Tool Bundle
With RepairSolutions2, users get vehicle-specific inspection reports to find and fix the problem efficiently with guided diagnostics and troubleshooting information.
The Code Reader: P0401
EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) is an emission control and prevents detonation when working properly. At high combustion temperatures, NOx (oxides of nitrogen) is formed.
Drew Technologies’ DriveCRASH Accepted by Honda’s ProFirst Certified Network
DriveCRASH utilizes Honda’s Diagnostic Software (HDS/i-HDS) in conjunction with DrewTech’s CarDAQ-Plus3 J2534 vehicle communication hardware interface to accurately provide vehicle data through remote scanning services.
Bosch Diagnostics Pre- and Post-Repair Scan Tool
Detailed, easy to read reports outline vehicle issues, module status and other information needed to ensure a complete repair.
Launch Tech IP65 Protected Scan Tool
The scan tool features Tech To Tech Live Remote diagnostic support capability with optional free based Identifix Repair Hotline service with live remote access.
Snap-on Introduces TRITON-D8 Diagnostic Scan Tool
TRITON-D8 includes advanced features to save time, boost productivity and help technicians make more money by guiding them to the problem, while filtering out unnecessary steps.
Utilizing Service Manuals and Flow Charts
The key to a proper diagnosis is approaching it with a plan and the correct mindset.
Transmissions and Scan Tools
Even with codes and data stream information, you must be able to think like the transmission to find the correct diagnosis, which typically doesn’t involve replacing the entire transmission.
Scan Tool Freeze Frames: Using Generic Data to Make a Specific Diagnosis
As part of OBDII, Mode$02 for the logging or freeze frame data was created. This diagnostic protocol saves data PIDs and information when a code is set.
