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What is a Gateway?
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Dec 20, 2023

What is a Gateway?

A vehicle gateway is a crucial component in modern vehicles that facilitates communication and data exchange between different networks or systems within the vehicle. It acts as a central hub or bridge, connecting various electronic control units (ECUs) and networks that manage different functions in the vehicle.

How is Freeze Frame related to your Check Engine Light?
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Dec 20, 2023

How is Freeze Frame related to your Check Engine Light?

An OBD2 scanner has a feature called Freeze Frame that can be used to inspect the engine system. Freeze Frame data is collected at the time when the engine problem was first detected by your engine's monitors.

What does FSC mean when next to a diagnostic trouble code?
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Dec 20, 2023

What does FSC mean when next to a diagnostic trouble code?

FSC is a term for OEM diagnostic codes used by General Motors. When the abbreviation FSC appears next to a diagnostic trouble code, this mean Failed Since Cleared.

Need help with a Craftsman scan tool?
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Dec 20, 2023

Need help with a Craftsman scan tool?

List of Craftsman scan tools with equivalent Innova scan tools: 18422 = 3030h 1655 = 3100j

OBD2 Terminology & Reference Table
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Dec 20, 2023

OBD2 Terminology & Reference Table

The following terms and their definitions are related to OBD2 systems. Read and reference this list as needed to aid in the understanding of OBD2 systems.

Where to find the manual for the 3100LAT & 3130LAT?
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Dec 19, 2023

Where to find the manual for the 3100LAT & 3130LAT?

The 3100LAT is a rental tool from AutoZone. This tool is identical to our 3100j model.

Chevrolet Silverado Replace Spark Plug Wires And Spark Plugs To Fix DTC P0307
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Dec 19, 2023

Chevrolet Silverado Replace Spark Plug Wires And Spark Plugs To Fix DTC P0307

If the Check Engine Light or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated on the dashboard and the Engine Control Module (ECM) stored DTC P0307, you will examine misfiring cylinders in the car.

Check Engine Light on? Find out what it means from home.
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Aug 26, 2022

Check Engine Light on? Find out what it means from home.

Check engine light on? Did you know your car wants you to know what's wrong with it?  This article will cover how you can get that information from your car and if it needs a repair ASAP or if it can wait.

Smart Diagnostic System - OBD2 Tablet 7111 being plugged into a vehicle to complete an automotive diagnostic scan
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Aug 24, 2021

How to Diagnose Common Car Problems

Cars can be expensive to maintain, but it's crucial to diagnose problems before they escalate. A regular maintenance schedule can help prevent problems and increase your car's longevity, but some issues may be unexpected. Often, you can feel, see, smell, or hear the warning signs. It is essential to use your senses to recognize these signs before an issue gets serious, expensive, or worse. 

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