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How to Use a Diagnostic Car Code Reader

Imagine quickly diagnosing why your car's check engine light is on. A scan tool, also known as a trouble code reader, can ...
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 ...
Right now Amazon is offering this Gooloo Deepscan DS100 code reader for just $40. This saves you $10, or 20% off the usual price of $50, and this car code reader was originally priced at $80 when it ...
Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. The second iteration of on-board diagnostics, OBD II, has been ...
Modern cars are basically computers on wheels. With so many electrical systems, sensors, and motors, there’s so much that could potentially go wrong. When something does go awry, pinpointing the ...
When my check engine light came on recently, I decided to try the FIXD scanner to avoid an unnecessary mechanic visit. The device plugs into the OBD2 port and pairs with my phone via Bluetooth, giving ...