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Before I figured out how to work on cars, onboard computer systems scared me. I’ve had no formal training, after all, so the idea of a car’s complex electricals and countless sensors made DIY work ...
Coil packs play a pivotal role in your vehicle's ignition system, but what exactly are they, and how do they work? Here's ...
We've all been there—that pesky check engine light pops up on your dashboard. Instantly, thoughts of expensive mechanic bills, weeks of it being repaired in the garage, and inconveniences galore flash ...
Rev by DevToaster is an application for the iPhone and iPod Touch that allows real-time monitoring of vehicle ECU data from the OBD-II port. Rev interfaces with a WiFi OBD-II dongle. If your check ...
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10 Car Diagnostic Tools for DIYers

We've all been there: you're driving along, minding your own business, when all of a sudden your check engine light comes on or you begin to hear a mysterious rattle that you can't quite identify. At ...
The Check Engine Light (CEL) happens when there is an issue. If you clear it manually, it may keep returning until the ...
Rev by DevToaster is an application for the iPhone and iPod Touch that allows real-time monitoring of vehicle ECU data from the OBD-II port. Rev interfaces with a WiFi OBD-II dongle. If your check ...
I have a ten year old Dodge pickup. Nothing special other than it is paid for, and is quite comfortable to drive. It is my work horse dragging my carhauler trailer, boat, tractor and trash to the dump ...