Did your vehicle's Check Engine light just pop on? An OBD-II scanner can provide some direction. We tested a handful to find ...

The best OBD-II scanners are a must for any car owner, thanks to their ability to unlock the secrets of your car. It doesn't matter how laid back you are, a mysterious light on your dashboard is ...

Using an OBD2 (On-Board Diagnostics II) scanner is a relatively simple process that can ... the TOPDON TopScan that pairs with your phone and turns it into the perfect scan tool. To use it, just plug ...

[Alex Sidorenko] has built an open source OBD-II Adapter which provides a serial interface using the ELM327 command set and supports all OBD-II standards. We featured [Alex]’s inexpensive PIC ...

The OBD II system stores diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the ECM. DTCs help identify which offending part, component or system causes the CEL to illuminate. You'll need a scan tool to read DTCs.

In short, effective vehicle diagnosis combines mechanical knowledge, specialized tools, and a systematic approach to ...

This lineup includes the four-system XTOOL D5 and D5S, the full-system XTOOL D6 and D6S, as well as the four single-model diagnostic tools IP500. The intuitive interface makes them accessible to ...

OBD stands for On Board Diagnostics, and an OBD-II scanner can check on your vehicle's vital systems, providing valuable information about warning lights, airbags, ABS, and more. Due to the wide ...