Category Spotlight Diagnostic Test Equipment TECH TIP: WHEN CHOOSING A SCAN TOOL, ROI IS EVERYTHING Take a long hard look at your potential return on investment. In other words, how many jobs will you have to perform to cover the cost of your new diagnostic tool? In addition to asking whether the tool will allow you to handle new types of repairs (thus bringing you more business), will it allow for the ability to diagnose and fix vehicles faster, enabling you to work on and bill for more projects? Find a quality sales rep that will allow you to demo tools and train you on how they work. Quite often, shop owners and technicians purchase elaborate diagnostic tools and then only utilize about 50 percent of what the tool can actually do. If you are going to drop hard-earned cash to purchase a top-notch diagnostic tool, you really ought to be properly trained on all of its features. Information provided by: OTC WITH A CORDED OBD-II CONNECTION The Autel MaxiSYS, No. MS906, a diagnostic tool with Androidbased software, covers Asian, European and domestic vehicle manufacturers and retrieves module information for body, chassis, powertrain, information and communication. The MS906 instantly retrieves VIN, make, model and year, and via a corded OBD-II connection, quickly detects and displays fault and trouble codes. This scan tool offers features such as four-mode live data viewing, oil service reset, TPMS sensor relearn, EPB, ABS/SRS, SAS, fullscreen waveform graphing analysis, an 8 megapixel camera, an 8” full-color LED screen display and more. The MS906 offers up to six hours of continuous-use battery life, one year of software updates and a one year warranty. Circle 217 on card, or enter at “e-inquiry” on VehicleServicePros.com 62 PTEN MAY 2016 www.VehicleServicePros.com VIDEO: A STEP-BY- STEP GUIDE TO HELP ISOLATE ACTUATOR FAULTS AND MECHANICAL FAULTS ON COMMON RAIL PUMPS USING DELPHI’S FALSE ACTUATOR DIAGNOSTIC KIT To watch a video demo of this product, go to: VehicleServicePros.com/12049233 MODULE SUPPORT FOR ENGINES, TRANSMISSIONS AND MORE The NEXIQ eTechnician HD is a PC-based software application that provides technicians with the ability to perform diagnostics on most heavy duty electronically controlled engines. It offers comprehensive coverage for heavy duty engines, transmissions, brakes, trailers, body controllers, instrument clusters and emissions. eTechnician HD also includes a “quick launch” utility that launches OEM software applications seamlessly, for access to additional support and functionality. For an even broader range of diagnostic support, eTechnician HD can be integrated with NEXIQ’s SmartTech subscription service for instant access to diagnostic fault-related service information. eTechnician HD supports all RP1210 compliant interface adapters, including the NEXIQ USB-Link 2. Circle 219 on card, or enter at “e-inquiry” on VehicleServicePros.com PINPOINT UNWANTED NOISES USING BLUETOOTH TECHNOLOGY The Steelman PRO Bluetooth ChassisEar – NVH noise and vibration detection system is used to pinpoint unwanted noises in a vehicle in conjunction with a Windows or Android based device. This upgraded version of the company’s Wireless ChassisEar includes four rechargeable Bluetooth clamps, a Bluetooth stethoscope, docking station and accessory tray. The tool is useful for diagnosing chassis, bearing, drivetrain and wind noises. Using the dedicated bandwidth of Bluetooth technology, noises can be heard more clearly. The device also can record and share sound files for later playback for customers and colleagues. Circle 218 on card, or enter at “e-inquiry” on VehicleServicePros.com COVERAGE FOR MORE THAN 70 VEHICLE SYSTEMS The Snap-on SOLUS Edge No. EESC320, has OEMspecific coverage for more than 70 vehicle systems and can be used for various jobs including hybrids, TPMS, steering and clean diesels. Techs have the ability to graph up to four live data parameters at once, and the FastTrack Troubleshooter database includes vehicle-specific tips, tests and time-savers. SOLUS Edge provides enhanced coverage for over 40 makes without the cost and complexity of factory scan tools and offers optional European coverage. The large 8” touchscreen display on SOLUS Edge is easy-to-read and provides accurate results in as little as 30 seconds. Circle 237 on card, or enter at “e-inquiry” on VehicleServicePros.com
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