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OBDPlanet has been created by a passionate car mechanic and blogger from Denver, Colorado. OBDPlanet was created in December 2018 with one purpose in mind: To share 20 years of experience from an auto mechanic and help everyone with their car problems.

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CGSULIT SC880 Automotive Diagnostic Scanner Review: Is It Worth It?

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Are you looking for a reliable OBD2 diagnostic scanner? The CGSULIT SC880 can be your best choice. This tool performs all 10 OBD2 functions, all system automotive diagnostics, and over 25 reset service functions. CGSULIT SC880 automotive diagnostic scanner is a cost-effective option and also compatible with many different vehicle brands and models. Having it […]

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Best scan tools with ECU programming [Reviewed by a mechanic]

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ECU programming is an advanced function which is usually performed at a car dealership or professional auto shop. However, you can totally program your ECU at home with the right scan tools or software.  The bad news is that devices with this capability are not cheap! But if you choose the right tool and the

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Top 6 OBD2 scanners with case/TPMS/throttle relearn 2024

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When replacing sensors in your vehicle, a relearn is always required for the newly fitted sensors to relay the information to the relevant system. Relearn functions are quite sophisticated, requiring expensive OBD2 scan tools. The three main types of relearn functions are: I have compiled the top 5 OBD2 scanners capable of performing either of

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Best OBD2 scanners with live data | Don’t buy expensive tools for no reason

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Live data is one of the main functions of OBD2 scanners. It provides information from the vehicle’s computer data like engine RPM, ltft, stft, and more. Besides diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), these real-time parameters are crucial when it comes to car diagnostics. It doesn’t matter if you buy a $20 or a $5,000 scanner, they

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foxwell nt706 vs nt716 vs nt726

Foxwell NT706 vs NT716 vs NT726 – What is the difference?

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Are you a car enthusiast looking for an OBD2 scan tool?  The Foxwell series have stepped up their OBD2 game with the NT7 series.  In this article, I will compare the three popular Foxwell devices, the NT706, NT716, and NT726. Foxwell NT7-series Summary – The NT706, NT716 and NT726 Let’s get to it! What is

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