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Does Your Scanner Fail To Perform Certain Tests Despite Coverage Checker Usage?

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Feb 14, 2024

Does Your Scanner Fail To Perform Certain Tests Despite Coverage Checker Usage?

If you've purchased our tools after verifying with the Coverage Checker, but discovered that the tool is not compatible with your vehicle, here's what you can do.

Can't Find A Manual For Your Innova Product?

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Feb 06, 2024

Can't Find A Manual For Your Innova Product?

Can't find your manual online? Want a physical print-out sent to your address? Come here! We'll show you how to find it.

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Jan 18, 2024

Innova 5210: Price & Feature Overview

Here's a breakdown of the Innova 5210 in terms of features and cost.

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should NOT Buy The Innova 5610

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Jan 12, 2024

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should NOT Buy The Innova 5610

Although the Innova 5610 is a great product, it's definitely not for everyone. Here are the top 5 reasons why it may not be a good fit for you.

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Jan 09, 2024

Innova 5610: Price & Feature Overview

Here's a breakdown of the Innova 5610 costs and the specific feature/benefits it offers.

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Jan 05, 2024

How Do I Use The Coverage Checker?

Learn how to use Innova's Coverage Checker. It's super easy and only requires a few clicks.

Understanding OBD2 Scanner Prices: Features Across Price Ranges

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Jan 04, 2024

Understanding OBD2 Scanner Prices: Features Across Price Ranges

Explore OBD2 scanner pricing, revealing diverse features at varying price levels, aiding in informed purchase decisions for car diagnostics.

How To Use My Scan Tool to Record Live Data

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Jan 03, 2024

How To Use My Scan Tool to Record Live Data

Most Innova scan tools that support live data allow you to record and playback live data.

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Jan 03, 2024

What is a Hot Key?

When your device says, Press any Hot Key, it simply means to select any button on your device to continue using the device.

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Jun 17, 2024

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors precisely what the name implies: the air pressure in the tires on your vehicle. The system monitors tire pressure by using small sensors integrated into the tire valve stem (the connector used to add air to the tire).

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Jun 12, 2024

How To Test a Vehicle’s Ignition Coil

Ignition coils convert the low voltage from the 12-volt battery into the high voltage the spark plugs need to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the combustion chamber. In this article, I will explain the different types of ignition coils, the warning signs of a bad ignition coil, and how to test them.

Do It Yourself EPB for 2022 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

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Jun 11, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2022 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

The complexities of managing EPB maintenance for your 2022 GMC Chevrolet Silverado can be daunting, whether you're grappling with resetting the EPB system following a brake pad replacement, troubleshooting syncing issues, ensuring the safe activation of the system, or verifying the flawless operation of brake calipers and components.

Do It Yourself EPB for 2020 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

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Jun 10, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2020 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

Confronting challenges with your 2020 GMC Chevrolet Silverado's EPB system? Whether it's the vexation of resetting the system after a brake pad replacement, tackling syncing glitches, mastering safe system activation, or guaranteeing the flawless function of brake calipers and components—managing EPB maintenance can feel like navigating a maze.

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Jun 05, 2024

How Much To Replace a Spark Plug?

The fundamental operation of all internal combustion engines involves injecting a combination of fuel and air into the combustion chamber, where the spark plug ignites it.

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Jun 04, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2022 Ford F-150

Managing EPB maintenance on your 2022 Ford F-150 can present challenges, whether you're dealing with resetting the EPB system after replacing brake pads, troubleshooting syncing issues, ensuring safe system activation, or maintaining optimal functionality of brake calipers and components.

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Jun 03, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2021 Ford F-150

Are you encountering EPB frustrations with your 2021 Ford F-150? Whether it's resetting the EPB system following a brake pad replacement, dealing with syncing issues, safely handling system activation, or ensuring the flawless operation of brake calipers and components—maneuvering through EPB maintenance can seem overwhelming.

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May 28, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2015 Ford F-150

Finding yourself frustrated with EPB issues on your 2015 Ford F-150? Whether it's the complexities of resetting the EPB system after changing brake pads, syncing troubles, safely managing system activation, or ensuring the smooth functioning of brake calipers and components—EPB maintenance can pose a significant challenge.

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May 27, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2020 Ford F-150

Are you grappling with EPB challenges on your 2020 Ford F-150? Whether it's recalibrating the EPB system post-brake pad replacement, addressing syncing glitches, safely handling system activation, or ensuring seamless functionality of your brake calipers and components—maneuvering through EPB maintenance can seem like a daunting task.

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Innova 7111 OBD2 Diagnostic Tablet receives MOTOR Top 20 Award

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Oct 15, 2021

INNOVA 7111 Smart Diagnostic System Earns MOTOR Top 20 Award

The INNOVA® 7111 Smart Diagnostic System (SDS) has received a coveted 2021 MOTOR Top 20 award.

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This Is Why the Innova 5610 Is the Right Tool for Diagnosing BCM Failures

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Jul 16, 2025

This Is Why the Innova 5610 Is the Right Tool for Diagnosing BCM Failures

When things start to go awry with your vehicle, like windows refusing to go down, lights randomly flashing, and other weird events, most are quick to blame the BCM. But that’s not always the culprit.

This Is Why Pros Use the Innova 5610 for PCM Diagnostics

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Jul 16, 2025

This Is Why Pros Use the Innova 5610 for PCM Diagnostics

There are many vehicle and DTC scanner tools on the market, but the real pros use the Innova 5610, especially when it comes to PCM diagnostics. Understanding why is important for leveling up your DIY repairs.

How to Confirm a Failing PCM Using Diagnostic Tools

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Jul 16, 2025

How to Confirm a Failing PCM Using Diagnostic Tools

Problems with the Powertrain module or PCM in your vehicle can be difficult to understand. But with the right diagnostic tools, you can have the problem fixed in no time.

Getting EGR Valve Trouble Codes? Diagnose Smarter with Innova 5610

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Jul 15, 2025

Getting EGR Valve Trouble Codes? Diagnose Smarter with Innova 5610

Three common trouble codes related to the EGR valve are P0401, P0402, or P0404. Even when you know the codes, locating the source of the problem can be frustrating. The Innova 5610 will help.

How to Confirm EGR Valve Issues the Right Way with Data, Not Symptoms

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Jul 15, 2025

How to Confirm EGR Valve Issues the Right Way with Data, Not Symptoms

EGR valve issues can be frustrating to diagnose, even with the right tools in hand. You need to look at live, actionable data, rather than making assumptions based on the symptoms you’re seeing and experiencing.

Are You Troubleshooting MAP Sensor Codes? The Innova 5610 Has You Covered

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Jul 15, 2025

Are You Troubleshooting MAP Sensor Codes? The Innova 5610 Has You Covered

Life without a vehicle can be tough, especially if you’re without it because of a simple malfunction. Don’t get down in the weeds, however, with the right tools, you can get it back up and running in no time.

Vehicle Down: Is It Really the Map Sensor? How to Tell Using Live Data

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Jul 15, 2025

Vehicle Down: Is It Really the Map Sensor? How to Tell Using Live Data

When your vehicle appears to be experiencing serious symptoms and you can see error codes related to the MAP sensor, you need to dig a little deeper to find the true culprit. Live pro-level data is your answer.

How to Confirm Coolant Temp Sensor Issues Before Replacing Anything

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Jul 15, 2025

How to Confirm Coolant Temp Sensor Issues Before Replacing Anything

If your vehicle has gone downhill in performance and you know it’s related to the coolant temperature sensor, you still have some more troubleshooting to do before you replace parts. Here’s why.

Diagnose ECT Sensor Problems with Confidence Thanks to the Innova 5610

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Jul 15, 2025

Diagnose ECT Sensor Problems with Confidence Thanks to the Innova 5610

If you’re looking closer at vehicle error codes, and it shows ECT issues, you’re going to need a lot more data and information to understand the problem. Here’s why.

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Aug 08, 2024

Safety First!

Maintaining and repairing your own vehicle can be both cost-effective and personally rewarding.

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Aug 07, 2024

Tips for Nighttime Driving

Most of us don’t think twice about jumping in the car and driving at night, but given the statistics about how hazardous nighttime driving is, perhaps now is a good time to review some of the safety precautions we can take to avoid becoming one of those statistics.

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Jul 26, 2024

Safety First: Night Driving Tips

Most of us don’t think twice about jumping in the car and driving at night but given the statistics about how hazardous nighttime driving is, perhaps now is a good time to review some of the safety precautions we can take to avoid becoming one of those statistics.

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Jul 25, 2024

Get Ready for Winter!

As the cold season approaches, there are a few items on your vehicle you need to check and/or replace order to make it safe for winter driving.

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Jul 24, 2024

Get Ready for Summer!

Summer can be extremely hard on a vehicle and it’s components.

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Jul 19, 2024

Vehicle Registration

Registering a vehicle can be an extremely difficult or an extremely easy task, depending on how prepared you are. We’ll go over the necessary steps, and what you can do to streamline the process and make it as easy as possible.

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Jul 18, 2024

Teen Driving

Unfortunately, most teens no longer learn to drive from their parents. Instead, most parents rely on "driver’s education" courses to teach their kids the single most important lesson in the safety of their child’s life.

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Jul 17, 2024

Fluids and Lubricants

With today’s vehicles, proper fluid maintenance is critical to keeping your vehicle in top condition. In fact, proper lubrication is much more important with newer vehicles than those older than ten years.