The check engine light is the worst kind of message. It tells you something is wrong without telling you what, and the dealership will happily charge a ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The OBD acronym stands for on-board diagnostics, a system built into modern vehicles that monitors the performance of the engine and other ...

Yet anyone can get an idea of the problem with a simple check using a tool that can cost less than a pub lunch. Most cars have an On Board Diagnostics (OBD) port, which allows you to plug in a device ...

I’ve spent enough time around 7.3 Powerstroke trucks to know one thing—they don’t fail loudly, and they rarely explain themselves. Most problems show up as small changes first: a slightly rough idle, ...

“It’s a great way to find out what is wrong with the computer or vehicle.” The iKiKin OBD2 Scanner Code Reader is on sale (for a limited time only) for $18, which is $18 off the original $36 price tag ...

Most people searching for the best OBD2 scanners for home mechanics aren’t trying to become professional technicians. They just want clear answers without paying a shop every time the check-engine ...

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’re looking for a professional-grade OBD2 scanner that won’t break the bank, the TopDon ArtiDiag 800 BT 2 deserves your attention. Having tested everything from pocket-sized dongles like ...

When your car needs repairs, few tools are more valuable than an OBD2 scanner. A check engine light only tells you that something’s wrong, but an OBD2 scanner can tell you exactly what it is. The ...