So if you have ever had a check engine light come on on your car, then you or someone else has probably used an OBD2 scanner to check the code to figure out the issue. Sometimes that issue might have just been something simple such as a sensor needing rest, but other times it may […]
If you live in an area that requires emission checks, then you may have encountered a reading that says test not ready or something along those lines. This could have caused you some headaches when you went to the DMV or state testing area. This is because you have to go back at a different […]
At some point in life while driving a car you are bound to have a check engine light come on. The check engine light comes on for all kinds of reasons, and it is important when it comes on to check it and find out what it means. To check it you can either use […]
Today's modern cars have been equipped with an anti-lock braking system, or ABS for short. This feature has proven to be a crucial piece of safety equipment in cars by helping reduce the braking distance and provide added traction in low-grip situations. Because the ABS and traction control systems are one module and use the […]
A confusing and often stressful result that comes from an OBD reading is the dreaded p0420 code. For those of you in Colorado, Washington, or a handful of other states, the number ‘420’ typically brings something more pleasant to mind, but this one has something to do with the catalyst system in your car. Here, […]
Have a Check Engine light on with no code? There are a number of reasons that this may be happening. From mechanical to computer to outdated equipment, there are still plenty of ways to see why the light came on, what the actual issue is, and what needs to be done to fix it. Let’s […]
The original concept was so simple. The auto industry throught, ‘Why don’t we create a diagnostic scanning device that can monitor the different parts of a car?’ With that, OBD scanners were born. Over the years they have evolved to meet different regulations and test varying parts of the car, both remotely and from within. […]
Today we’re going to take a look at two of the most popular Innova 3160 models – the Innova 3160g and the Innova 3160e. Check Engine with Innova 3160e or 3160g There isn’t a lot of great information on the internet about the two diagnostic scanners, so we wanted to compile a list of similarities […]
It’s a common thing. You’re driving down the road when all of a sudden, that little orange or yellow light pops on that says “Check Engine.” This causes a quick panic- ‘Why is my check engine light on?’ and you then hurry to the destination hoping that the car won’t break down on the way. […]
