Diagnostic devices are available in many different versions and multiple price ranges, from cheap and simple scanners to expensive, complex, and professional-level devices that can change a myriad of settings on the vehicle. Some devices are well suited for hobbyists due to their ease of use and simple, understandable language when reading out vehicle data, […]
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The car has been our loyal four-wheeled companion for transportation, enjoyment, and enthusiasm for over a century now and shows no signs of abating in popularity. More new cars are being produced and purchased every year, and they are constantly evolving in terms of technology. Hybrid Cars and Electric Cars are both the current and […]
Are you the owner of an E90 BMW 3 Series? Are you interested in learning more about your vehicle? Do you wish to save money, run vehicle diagnostics by yourself, or even personalize certain aspects of your car? You don’t need to drop everything and drive to a workshop every time a warning light illuminates. […]
The BMW E46 generation of the popular 3 Series from the Bavarian automaker is gaining a following, and as the proud owner of one, you will naturally want to know its health status, understand any error codes that pop up, as well as even venture into the world of personalization through coding. These can be […]
Your BMW E36 is your pride and joy. It is, after all, a classic Bimmer that is quickly gaining cult status around the world. To ensure its longevity and trouble-free running, as well as avoiding expensive service and repairs from workshops, you can carry out regular diagnostics on your own. You don’t need to be […]
Are you the proud owner of a BMW X1 F48? Congratulations, it’s a great small SUV from Germany. However, as with any vehicle, problems can crop up. Here and there, a warning light can come on, or a hiccup can manifest. Wouldn’t it be great if you could get to the bottom of these issues […]
OBD devices have been enjoying a rise in popularity over the recent years due to rising interest by vehicle owners and to learn more about their vehicles’ on-board systems, errors, and read real-time data. We’re here to take an in-depth look at what a BMW OBD2 scanner is, what it can do, and why you […]
If you own or have owned a Volkswagen vehicle, you’ve probably heard of the fault memory. This is a component in the vehicle’s control systems that records all defects and malfunctions and stores them as error messages in memory. But how can you read those messages, and are there manufacturer-specific features that owners should consider? […]
The terms OBD2 and OBD scanner are ones that the average motorist may hear on a casual visit to an automotive repair center. For enthusiasts, this has a rather more elaborate meaning as it refers to the OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) standard that is integral towards understanding various parameters of a car’s systems. What is an […]
Today’s new cars are packed full of technical innovations and functions. But as with any new technology, some growing issues do occasionally occur. In such instances, you may be presented with one or more unexpected error messages or warning lights flickering on the dashboard. Naturally, any warning from your car can cause alarm to both […]