Discover the Best Car Scanning Service Near You

WHAT IS CAR SCANNING?

Car scanning uses a diagnostic tool to read data from a vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) and detect mechanical or electrical problems. This procedure retrieves OBD codes that do indicate problems within many different systems; thus, problems can be detected early on by the car's owner or repairmen.

TYPES OF CAR SCANNING

1. OBD-II Scanning: Benchmarked in 1996, this is what every modern car needs for reading codes relating to the engine and emissions systems that diagnose minor to major engine faults.

2. Full-System Scanning: A complete scan of systems, like ABS, airbags, and climate control.

3. Manufacturer-Specific Scanning: These proprietary scans can bring all the information that a particular brand of vehicle needs.

4. Real-Time Data Monitoring: Scans that monitor live engine performance and predict potential problems before they worsen.

COMMON CAR SCANNING ISSUES

1. Check Engine Light: Scans diagnose the cause of the warning light, be it faulty sensors or engine problems.

2. Transmission Problems: Scans diagnose transmission-related issues like irregular gear shifting.

3. Faulty Sensors: Faulty oxygen and airflow sensors, among others, adversely affect fuel efficiency and/or performance.

4. Emissions-related: Scanning diagnoses problems associated with fuel economy or emission-related systems.

POST- CAR SCANNING TIPS

1. Decode the Error Codes: Interpret the fault codes or look at your manual when you need to know exactly what is going to happen.

2. Clear and Re-Scan: Once corrected, clear all the codes and re-scan to make sure the issue is resolved.

3. Scanning Routinely: Routine scanning will prevent minor matters from getting out of hand and eventually becoming costly.

4. Seek a Professional Mechanic: For very complicated cases, it's best to have a professional mechanic diagnose the problem.