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Wheels: W.G. asks by email: “I am wanting to purchase a code reader so I can read and erase trouble codes that seem to occur often. I am not looking for an expensive one and I have seen several videos ...
If you’re not sure which OBD2 code reader to buy, we've found the perfect one for you at Walmart. Right now, the bestselling ...
If you're a fan of diesel-powered trucks, chances are you've heard of Cummins engines. Although Cummins engines can be found in everything from commercial trucks to boats and mining equipment, the ...
Your check engine light can come on a host of reasons, ranging from a loose gas cap to a faulty engine component. If you see a light illuminated on your dashboard, you can use an OBD2 scanner to ...
You hear a new, disturbing noise coming from your engine, open the hood, look around, and find nothing. Now what? Before you reach for a conveniently-placed torque wrench to try the ol’ “love tap,” ...
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What Do Car Trouble Codes Really Mean?

Your vehicle has a problem if the check engine light (CEL) glows. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the computer help find the cause.
Scanning QR codes with smartphones is easy. However, sometimes you don’t want to use your smartphone and wish to scan the QR code natively on your computer. The good news is it’s possible to scan QR ...
The Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in a modern vehicle can store hundreds of fault codes and endless information. Occasionally, these modules need to be reset and this is typically done with a scanner ...
Your Android or iPhone can probably already scan QR codes. Here's how to do it no matter what phone you have. When he's not testing the latest phones or phone cameras, Andrew can normally be found ...