Beginning with why scanners are needed to work
effectively on modern cars, this book teaches you:
- How to choose the
right scanner for your application
- How to use the tool
- What each code means
"How To Use Automotive Diagnostic Scanners" is illustrated with photos
and diagrams to help you understand OBD-I and OBD-II systems (including CAN) and
the scanners that read the information they record. Also included is
a comprehensive list of codes and what they mean. From catalytic converters and
O2 sensors to emissions and automotive detective work, this is the complete
reference for keeping your vehicle EPA-compliant and on the road!
From hand-held, dedicated units to software that
turns PCs and Palm Pilots into powerful diagnostic scanners, auto enthusiasts
today have a variety of methods available to make use of on-board diagnostic
systems. And not only can they be used to diagnose operational faults, they can
be used as low-budget data acquisition systems and dynamometers, so you can
maximize your vehicle's performance.
Contents:
- Onboard Diagnostics, a Brief History
- OBD-II - The Onboard Emissions Monitor
Transitions
- Catalytic Converters, Oxygen Sensors, and
Electronic Fuel Delivery
- Professional Scanners and Code Readers
- Scan Tools
- Automotive Detective Work
- Scanner Operation
- Diagnostic Trouble Codes
