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The Best Method for Diagnosing Battery Drains In Your Vehicle

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Jul 15, 2025

The Best Method for Diagnosing Battery Drains In Your Vehicle

Car battery dead? Does that happen frequently? You may be looking at a parasitic draw problem. This is the best method to diagnose a battery drain and get back on the road.

Choosing the Right OBD2 Scanner for O2 Sensor Diagnostics

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Jul 15, 2025

Choosing the Right OBD2 Scanner for O2 Sensor Diagnostics

It’s crucial that you select the right OBD2 scanner to understand O2 sensor diagnostics in your vehicle, and here’s why.

2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L – Slow Return to Idle

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Jul 14, 2025

2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L – Slow Return to Idle

The 2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L can experience a "slow return to idle" issue, where the engine takes longer than expected to settle back to a normal idle speed after the warming-up process.

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Jul 07, 2025

2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L – Fast Idle

The 2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L has had reports of a “Fast Idle” issue, where the engine idle speed remains higher than expected, even after the vehicle has warmed up or when stopped.

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Jun 30, 2025

2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L – Backfires

The 2018 Ford Explorer V6 3.5L has been reported to experience backfiring, a condition where unburned fuel ignites within the intake manifold or exhaust system.

2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L– Starter Solenoid Click, Engine Does Not Start

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Jun 23, 2025

2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L– Starter Solenoid Click, Engine Does Not Start

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L may encounter an "Starter Solenoid Click, Engine Does Not Start" issue, where the engine turns over but fails to start and sustain operation.

2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L– Backfire

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Jun 16, 2025

2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L– Backfire

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox L4 2.4L may experience a "Backfire" symptom, where combustion occurs outside the engine's combustion chamber, often resulting in a loud popping noise from the intake or exhaust system.

Engine Stalling: A Comprehensive DIYer's Guide

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Jun 09, 2025

Engine Stalling: A Comprehensive DIYer's Guide

Experiencing engine stalling can be a distressing and dangerous issue for drivers. Stalling is the condition where an engine unexpectedly stops running, which can occur at any speed and in any situation, from idling at a stoplight to driving on the highway.

Difficulty Starting the Engine: A DIYer’s Guide

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Jun 02, 2025

Difficulty Starting the Engine: A DIYer’s Guide

For DIY car enthusiasts and vehicle owners, difficulty starting the engine can be a frustrating and worrying symptom.

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How To Tell If the Engine Is Damaged From No Oil

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Apr 08, 2024

How To Tell If the Engine Is Damaged From No Oil

Identifying engine damage from oil depletion entails spotting warning signs such as knocks, overheating, or oil lights. Timely maintenance prevents costly repairs or engine failure.

What Causes the ABS Light To Come On and Go Off

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Mar 28, 2024

What Causes the ABS Light To Come On and Go Off

Learn about the common reasons behind the ABS light illuminating and then disappearing in vehicles, including sensor issues, brake problems, and electrical faults.

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Mar 19, 2024

How Do You Reset a Tire Pressure Light?

Learn the quickest and simplest methods to reset your tire pressure light. Our step-by-step guide ensures you can resolve the issue hassle-free, keeping your vehicle in optimal condition.

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Feb 26, 2024

How Long Does an Oil Change Take?

Replacing your engine oil can take anywhere between 30 minutes to 2 hours. It depends on whether you replace the oil yourself or have a professional do it for you.

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Feb 09, 2024

Why Is My Check Engine Light Flashing?

When your Check Engine Light flashes, it signals a critical issue demanding swift attention. Ignoring it may lead to costly repairs. Immediate diagnosis is crucial to prevent further damage to your vehicle.

What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)?

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Jan 25, 2024

What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)?

A VIN, or Vehicle Identification Number, is a 17-character code assigned during manufacturing, revealing a car's unique details—country of origin, make, model, and more—essential for identification and documentation.

What is TPMS? How will an Innova scan tool help me?

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Jan 08, 2024

What is TPMS? How will an Innova scan tool help me?

TPMS, which stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System, is a module in vehicles that monitors the tire pressure.

What is a Module Scan? What are the benefits?

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Jan 08, 2024

What is a Module Scan? What are the benefits?

The Module Scan allows you to scan all your vehicles modules at once or individually.

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Jan 05, 2024

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are meant to guide you to the proper service procedure in the vehicle’s service manual.

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The Hidden Costs of OBD2 Scanners You Need To Know About

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Mar 04, 2024

The Hidden Costs of OBD2 Scanners You Need To Know About

Uncover the hidden expenses tied to OBD2 scanners in our comprehensive guide. Learn about often overlooked costs and make informed decisions.

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Jun 14, 2023

Goodbye to Check Engine Lights

Imagine having the power to communicate directly with your car, deciphering its secret language, and unveiling the hidden insights within.

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May 19, 2023

Understanding OBD2 Scan Tools in 2023

OBD2 scan tools are important for both skilled mechanics and people who just want to try fixing their own car. These devices give information about the health and performance of a car.

What to Do If You Hit an Animal While Driving

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Jun 09, 2022

What to Do If You Hit an Animal While Driving

Are you asking, why would a leading diagnostic tool company publish something so heartbreaking as hitting an animal with a car? As traumatizing as this is, the truth is that it happens more often than we would like to acknowledge.

The Future of Technology and the Evolving Automotive Industry

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May 09, 2022

The Future of Technology and the Evolving Automotive Industry

From alternative fuels to self-driving cars, we explore the magic growing in the auto industry.

Plugging the Innova CarScan Pro 5610 OBD2 diagnostic scan tool into a vehicle's OBD2 port for vehicle scan.

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May 02, 2022

US News and World Report - "Should I Get an OBD2 Scanner?"

Innova makes several grades of scanners, including the CarScan Pro, which will run upwards of $300. CNET says the CarScan Pro “delivers pro-grade functionality at a consumer price” as it can decipher just about any code your car throws at you. Just like a professional auto shop or dealership, you can communicate back to your car with this scanner, sending commands to your vehicle to test the functionality of a given system.

Automotive Addicts // Product Review: Innova 5310 & 5610

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Mar 30, 2022

Automotive Addicts // Product Review: Innova 5310 & 5610

Car Scan Solutions That Prove to Be Essential Tools For That Check Engine Light and More

Vehicle Restoration: A Complete Step-By-Step Guide on How to Restore a Vehicle

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Mar 14, 2022

Vehicle Restoration: A Complete Step-By-Step Guide on How to Restore a Vehicle

As auto aficionados, there’s nothing more challenging, fun, and rewarding than restoring a vehicle from the ground up.

Mechanic Scams: What Are They and How to Avoid Them

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Jan 31, 2022

Mechanic Scams: What Are They and How to Avoid Them

With so many amazing auto technicians out there, it is quite unfortunate to witness the auto repair fraud that strikes so many unsuspecting consumers.

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