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The Best OBD Scanner Tool at Xtrons

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Advancements in technology have allowed us to live a lifestyle like never before. We’re living in an era where we have enough data and information to enable us to make smarter decisions, to avoid wasting precious time and energy.

  Take the car, for instance, now better equipped to get us to our destination in a much more comfortable and safe environment. Understanding the performance of your car, especially as sometimes technology can falter, is crucial. On Board Diagnostic (OBD) scanner tools can provide real time information highlighting faults and failures specifically, as oppose to just a red warning light on your dash.    

What is an OBD scanner tool?

  An OBD scanner tool is a device which can read codes, view live data, record live data and report data by accessing a haul load of information from virtually every sensor that sends a signal, or input, to your car’s on-board computer. OBD scanner tools are your eyes and ears for the inner workings of your car and alert you of any mishaps.    

How does an OBD scanner work?

  Without going into too many technicalities, OBD scanners are just an extension of your already complex in-car computer. OBD scanner tools are standardised (they all use the same connector) and simply plug in via a universal plug. The advanced OBDII scanners systems use the same communication protocols, code designations and connectors from one manufacturer to another, making the device not only affordable and adaptable but capable of accessing data from all models and vehicles produced since 1996. When the vehicle reads a fault, it alerts the vehicle owner with the required data and codes to troubleshoot the issue.    

What are the benefits of having an OBD scanner?

  OBD scanners provide the vehicle owner, or repair technician, with access to the status of various subsystems, providing real-time information regarding the nature and source of the problem. This enables us to identify and resolve any malfunctions with immediate effect, saving time, money and energy through previous ‘trial and error’ methods.   Another benefit of the OBDII scanner is the information it relays to the vehicle owner. It specifies the type of diagnostic connector, the electrical signalling protocols available and the messaging format all whilst providing a list of parameters to monitor and instructions on how to encode the data for each.   The OBDII scanner tool has a pin in the connector that supplies power to the tool from the vehicle battery, eliminating the need for an additional or alternative power source. However, it can be connected to another power source, in case of severe malfunctions, in order to protect the data.    

OBD scanner tools at Xtrons

  As it happens, our OBDII scanner is one of our most popular selling items. This is no doubt down to the affordability and excellent performance of our Mini Bluetooth OBDII scanner. Designed as an engine performance and diagnostics tool for both automotive enthusiasts and professionals, it can be paired with your Android smartphone or tablet, enabling the Mini Bluetooth to easily scan and clear engine codes, view and save real-time engine data and much more.   obd02-300dpi-1 (1)   Key Features:
  • · Read diagnostic trouble codes, both generic & manufacturer-specific, & display code descriptions with over 3000 universal code definitions in the database
  • · Clear trouble codes and check engine lights
  • · Display real-time sensor data, including:
  • · Engine RPM
  • · Coolant Temperature
  • · Calculated Load Value
  • · Fuel System Status
  • · MPH Speed
  • · Short Term Fuel Trim
  • · Long Term Fuel Trim
  • · Intake Manifold Pressure
  • · Timing Advance
  • · Intake Air Temperature
  • · Air Flow Rate
  • · Absolute Throttle Position
  • · Oxygen Sensor Voltages/Associated Short Term Fuel Trims
  • · Fuel System Status
  • · Fuel Pressure
 

Accessories at Xtrons

  As you can see from the huge list of features the OBD Scanner Tool offers, it is more than capable of keeping you in-touch with your cars diagnostics and improving your overall driving experience. Our offering of fantastic car accessories doesn't end there either, we also stock Tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) and the massively popular, parking sensors. If you're looking for something extra, check out our entire range here.