There was a time that I’d walk into the service department at a car dealership and they’d either recognize me or my car from the magazine I worked for. They’d make small talk about the last issue they ...

The world of car diagnostics has changed a lot over the last 50 years. Back in the '70s and earlier, a mechanic's most valuable diagnostic tools were usually their eyes and ears. You could figure out ...

If you've been involved in automotive repair for a while, you probably know that modern vehicles use onboard diagnostic (OBD) systems to help notify us when there's a problem. The OBD system works ...

Spread the love“`html In a world that’s increasingly going digital, the ability to scan documents with iPhone has become an essential skill for many. Whether you’re a student needing to digitize notes ...

Q. I have a newer Toyota Camry and an older Ford F-150. What does a scanner do that a code reader cannot do? Can you recommend one that you have found acceptable? A. A code reader will read most ...

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 ...