The Actron PocketScan is a good entry-level OBD code reader for the driveway mechanic.Actron The primary purpose of the OBD-II connection is for emissions testing, but one of the first and most ...

Introduction A basic OBD2 scanner is mainly used to read engine-related fault codes and basic emissions data. That may be enough for checking a Check ...

Your check engine light can come on a host of reasons, ranging from a loose gas cap to a faulty engine component. If you see a light illuminated on your dashboard, you can use an OBD2 scanner to ...

An OBD2 (On-Board Diagnostics II) scanner can provide information about the status and health of various vehicular systems. This information can help inform the user as to what the source of a problem ...

OBD2 scanners from budget and premium manufacturers were tested to determine which diagnostic tools actually provide the best performance and value. Code reading, live data capability, diagnostic ...

I was recently at a seminar going over some diagnostics for some of the problematic and reoccurring fault codes. The general discussion led us in an interesting direction about the nature of fault ...

Seeing your vehicle's check-engine light come on can throw a wrench in your travel plans. It can also feel a little scary: Does it mean your ride is headed for the scrapyard? Or is there a simple fix?

More often than not, the hardest part of fixing a car is figuring out what’s wrong with it. Since the OBD2 protocol was standardized in 1996, code readers have exploded in popularity with no sign of ...