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Bag your scan tool!

We have bagged the VeDIS and Launch x431 with the Scan Tool Ready Bag.  Believe it or not, the contents of these huge kits can fit inside this bag.

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Update
AutoEnginuity updates to v5.3

Version 5.3 is now available for download.

It introduces new support for enhanced Subaru powertrain and ABS support for ’99 – ’07 models and enhanced Honda ABS and airbag support for ’96 – ‘06.

Other highlights include:

Enhanced Chrysler-family support:
• Improved TCM sensor support for the '96 – ‘00 JTEC controllers
• engine VIN decoding support 

Enhanced BMW/MINI-family support:
• Added Convertible Top Module (CVM2) sensor support

Enhanced Ford-family support:
• engine VIN decoding support 
• Added Ford of Europe models support through '06
• Added late model IVD Initialization for ABS CAN controllers
• Added ReZero Passenger Side Calibration for Airbag controllers

Enhanced Hyundai/Kia support:
• Added ABS, airbag, BCM support for model years ’05 – ‘06
• Added Delphi and Bosch powertrain coverage for model years ’05 – ‘06

Enhanced Mazda support::
• Improved ABS and TPMS CAN sensor support to include new '06 sensors

Enhanced Nissan/Infiniti support:
• Added Headlamp Leveling system DTC support
• Added Steering Angle Alignment function support
• Added ABS Steering Angle sensor support

Enhanced Toyota/Lexus support:
• improved Toyota bi-directional controls.
• Added enhanced ABS CAN sensor support

Click here to download the update.

Click here more info on AutoEnginuity.

New Product
Fuse Saver

Troubleshoot Shorts in the electrical system with the AES# IPA8005 Fuse Saver.

Have you ever had a blown fuse and wished you had 30 new fuses so you could keep replacing the blown fuse until you found the short? 

Now, you can plug in the Fuse Saver’s fuse box adapter into the blown fuse socket and troubleshoot the short.

If the fuse blows, just depress the breaker button on the top of the handle and you can continue working until you find the problem. 

The fuse saver comes with three breaker handles — 10 amp, 15 amp and 20 amp. 

You can move about the vehicle while checking for shorts as well as disconnect and reconnect power to any circuit while work is being completed in that circuit without leaving the work area.

• Find short circuits FAST!
• Three resetting breaker handles — 10, 15 and 20 amps.
• Color matching handles for easy identification.
• Dual-type fuse box connector with 10-foot cord.
• Helps install radios, CD player, radar detectors and other accessory equipment with ease.
• Allows you to move around the vehicle while checking for shorts in the electrical system.
• No more overheating fuse boxes!
• Blow-molded case.
• 5 amps handle is also available separately.
• Made in USA.

November 1, 2007 is the date California BAR has targeted as the start date for this additional Smog Check test.

Click here to read an FAQ...

Click here to view the two certified testers...

AGM's are also used to power some control and auxiliary circuits in some hybrids, such as:
• Toyota Prius • Toyota Camry Hybrid

Article
Voltage Drop Testing Switch Contacts

"Now matter how complex the circuit, no matter how new the technology, a simple, old-fashioned voltage drop test with an accurate meter, if done correctly, can set you on the correct to path to diagnostic success."

In short, voltage drop test is still very useful and the sooner you master it the better off you will be.

Switch contacts are found in: relays, turn signal levers, circuit breakers, head light, dimmer, and ignition switches, etc. The switch contact surfaces in all of these devices are made of conducting material, and, when new, should not cause voltage drops that affect the load. 

Due to constant use, switch contact surfaces can become pitted. Pitting increases the “air gap” of the switch contacts and causes resistance. This resistance causes heat, which causes more resistance. Resistance anywhere in a current path causes a voltage drop. If the resistance of the switch contact surfaces becomes great enough, a voltage drop across the contacts that was not engineered appears. This voltage drop robs voltage, intended for the load, because it is in series with the load. The end result is that the load does not work as engineered.

QUICK TEST for mechanical switch located on the feed side of the circuit:

1. Put the DVOM neg. (-) at battery neg. (-).
2. Put the DVOM pos. (+) on the wire connection from the switch that goes to the load.
3. The load must be operating.
4. A good switch is indicated when the meter reads within ½ volt of what the battery voltage reads for a low amp circuit, and within; 1 1/2 volt of battery voltage for a high amp circuit.

QUICK TEST for mechanical switch located on the ground side of the circuit:

QUICK TEST for any mechanical switch using an ohmmeter.

1. Circuit is off.
2. Place the ohmmeter across the switch.
3. Make sure switch contacts are closed.
4. 1 ohm of resistance across any mechanical switch contacts tells you that you have a bad switch.

Be sure you know if the switch is “NO” normally opened, or “NC” normally closed.

Courtesy of Joe Glassford.

Joe has been an instructor for 25-years and created his Voltage Drop manuals "to help the tech master his DMM...I am also interested in conveying a knowledge of vehicle voltage drop in the process. I am convinced that if tech's understand vehicle voltage drop, their electrical, electronic troubleshooting will do nothing but improve.

Two manuals are now available:

Vehicle "How To" Test Guide 

Understanding & Troubleshooting Vehicle Voltage Drop

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