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This article is for professionals ONLY (okay not really…)

The car repair business certainly has changed

Since we are speaking to the pros out there this article will be a little more blunt than usual:

You already know your shop is effectively a diagnostic one-stop-shop for many of your customers.
The scan tool you are looking for is most likely one of the single most critical investments you will make.
You DO NOT have time for slow, buggy systems, poor tech support and half-baked diagnosis as your time is money every single day.

That being said, which scan tool is your next diagnostic be-all and end-all to take your shop to the next level and turn bays faster? Let’s dig in together below!

Beginner’s Scan Tool Basics

Ugh, the Check Engine Light just came on…

For a novice car owner or DIYer looking to take the next step in car repairs the check engine light (or CEL) can cause anxiety about their vehicle suddenly not running, or an expensive trip to the mechanic. However they can take control of their diagnosis and repair future by investing in a code reader and/or scan tool.

Read more: Beginner’s Scan Tool Basics

The False Economy of the Basic Code Reader

Introduction: The Limits of a "Check Engine" Light

For the newer home mechanic or serious do-it-yourself/DIYer, the first step into automotive diagnostics is often buying a basic code reader. These inexpensive devices, sometimes called “dongles” or “plug-and-play readers,” offer the immediate gratification of finding the mysterious Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) that triggers the Check Engine Light or CEL. However while a code reader provides a symptom, it rarely provides the necessary diagnosis.

Why Every Professional Shop Needs a Dedicated TPMS Tool

Since the passage of the TREAD Act and the subsequent 2007 mandate requiring Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) in all new passenger vehicles, the landscape of tire maintenance has shifted from simple mechanical labor to a complex electronic discipline.