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Sensor Guide
Sensor Guide is a comprehensive learning tool that gives home mechanics the knowledge they need to understand what happens under the hood of today's cars. How sensors, work, what they do, how to tell when they're bad and common failure symptoms. Information you need to diagnose and repair your own vehicles. Don't replace parts until you know you've made the correct diagnosis!
SENSOR GUIDE covers all basic sensor types for most domestic and import vehicles. Specific sections including Oxygen sensors, Coolant sensors, MAP sensors, BARO sensors, Throttle Position Sensors (TPS), Mass Airflow sensors (MAF), Vane Airflow sensors (VAF), Karmen Vortex Airflow sensors, Knock sensors, Air Temperature sensors, EGR valve position sensors, Crankshaft position sensors, Camshaft position sensors, Vehicle Speed Sensors (VSS), Wheel Speed Sensors (WSS) on ABS systems, Steering angle sensors, G-Force sensors and Airbag crash sensors.
Sensor Guide also includes "background" sections to help you understand:
* Computerized Engine Controls -- how the PCM uses sensor inputs
* Distributorless (DIS) ignition systems
* Use of a digital oscilloscope (DSO) to read waveforms
* Basics of electronic fuel injection
* Basic electrical circuits
* Basic electronic theory
* Basics of OBD 2 (including engine-related OBD 2 codes)
* Diagnostic tips for troubleshooting sensor-related faults
Sensor Guide can be ordered as a download for $39.95, or on a CD for $39.95
plus $2.95 for first class postage.
The software will run with Windows XP, Vista or 7.
Click the button below to buy Sensor Guide download version now for $39.95 (will be
sent to you as an email attachment after your order has been processed):
Click the button below to buy Sensor Guide on a CD for $39.95 plus $2.95 postage (will be
mailed to you by first class mail after your order has been processed):
OBD II Guide
OBD II Guide is a quick reference guide to the onboard diagnostic systems in
1996 and newer vehicles. This is the system that turns on the "Check Engine" light and can
cause a vehicle to fail an emissions test.
OBD II GUIDE covers all aspects of the OnBoard Diagnostic II systems
on today's late model domestic and import vehicles. Topics covered include:
* What is OBD II?
* What does OBD II monitor?
* What are OBD II readiness flags?
* How can I use a code reader or Scan tool with OBD II?
* How can I turn my Check Engine light off and clear codes?
* How do I fix an OBD II emission problem?
* What do they check during an OBD II emissions test?
* Tips on passing an OBD II emissions test
* OBD II troubleshooting
* OBD II generic fault codes
* OBD II resources
NOTE: This software will NOT interface with the vehicle or make your PC function as a scan tool.
But it will tell you how to use the OBD II system to diagnose and troubleshoot OBD II-related
emissions and driveability problems.
OBD II Guide can be ordered as a download for $39.95, or on a CD for $39.95,
plus $2.95 for first class postage.
The software will run with Windows XP< Vista or 7.
Click the button below to buy OBD II Guide downloadable version now for $39.95 (will be
sent to you as an email attachment after your order has been processed):
Or click the button below to buy Sensor Guide on a CD for $39.95 plus $2.95 postage (will be
mailed to you by first class mail after your order has been processed):
Diagnostic Trouble Code Reference Guide
for Windows XP< Vista or 7
A Quick Reference Guide to Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder provides a searchable database of thousands
of fault codes by vehicle make. The program tells you how to retrieve and read fault codes on
domestic and Asian vehicles with computerized engine control systems. This program tells you
what the code number means, and provides helpful tips on how to proceed with your fault
diagnosis. NOTE: This program covers ENGINE CODES PRIMARILY, but it does include both
OBD2 and some recent OEM/OBD2 transmission codes and A/C codes. Does not include ABS codes.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder lists definitions for basic fault codes (pre-OBD2 vehicles) as well as "generic" and "enhanced" OBD2 codes for newer vehicles. Coverage includes the following applications:
* Chrysler & Jeep, Ford, Lincoln & Mercury (including KOEO & KOER codes), General Motors (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn), Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
NOTE: This software does NOT interface with the vehicle or make your PC function as a scan tool. It provides definitions for trouble codes only. For use with vehicles that can
provide manual FLASH CODES only, or for use with a BASIC SCAN TOOL or plug-in CODE READER that can display a diagnostic code number."
If you're looking for software that allows your PC to interface with a vehicle and
read fault codes and other sensor data, try
Auto Tap OBD II software for PCs, or see below.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder can be purchased as a download for $19.95 or on a CD for $19.95 plus $2.95 postage.
This program will run on Windows XP, Vista or 7.
Click the button below to buy Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder download version now for $19.95
(will be sent to you as an email attachment after your order has been processed):
Or click the button below to buy Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder now for $19.95 plus $2.95 postage.
on a CD (will be mailed to you by first class mail after your order has been processed):
Car Care Guide
A quick reference quide to basic car maintenance and simple repairs.
The Car Care Guide has it all:
* A HUGE glossary of automotive terms from ABS to Winterizing
* Sections on virtually every major system in an automobile
* Basic maintenance
* Brakes
* Steering, alignment & suspension
* Engine lubrication
* Engine performance (fuel, ignition & emissions)
* Driveline (transmission, clutch & axles)
* Exhaust
* Cooling system
* Air conditioning
* Battery, starting & charging systems
* Covers the basics of preventive maintenance (fluid & filter changes, replacing
spark plugs, changing coolant, checking belts & hoses), plus many basic repair
procedures including how to replace shocks, recharge a battery, test and replace an
alternator, and much, much more.
* Answers all your questions about car care & repair
* A great resource for any do-it-yourselfer!
NOTE:The procedures in this program can be applied to most vehicles regardless
of year, make or model.
The Car Care Guide will run on Windows XP, Vista or 7
The Car Care Guide can be purchased as a download for $19.95 or on a CD for $19.95 plus $2.95 postage.
Click the button below to buy the Car Care Guide download version now for $19.95
(will be sent to you as an email attachment after your order has been processed):
Or click the button below to buy Diagnostic Trouble Code Finder on a CD now for $19.95 plus $2.95 postage.
(will be mailed to you by first class mail after your order has been processed):
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AUTOTAP OBD2 DIAGNOSTIC SCANNER SOFTWARE FOR PCs and Palm Pilots
WHAT IT DOES: Converts any Windows 9x or higher computer, or Palm Pilot (OS 3.5 or higher), into a scan tool for reading and clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) on 1996 and newer vehicles. Software also displays engine and sensor data in various formats (including gauges or graphs), and
shows OBD2 readiness status and misfire data.
HOW IT WORKS: Software can be installed in any PC (desktop or laptop) with Windows
9x or higher operating system. AutoTap Palm V2 version provides the same capabilities for OS 3.5 or higher Palm Pilots. Requires special adapter cable to connect PC Rs232 serial port
to the diagnostic connector on the vehicle (provided). Software then allows PC to be used
like a scan tool to read data, codes, etc.
LIKES: Easy to install and use. Requires no special computer skills. Is much less
expensive than purchasing a professional grade scan tool, yet offers many of the same
features. Especially nice is the ability to display data in tables, graphs or a visual
gauges (up to nine virtual gauges can be displayed simultaneously on screen!). When
used with a laptop PC, allows vehicle performance to be monitored while on the go. The
laptop screen is also much easier to read than the small black & white display on most
scan tools or code readers. This is a great product for troubleshooting engine
performance and sensor problems.
See sample screens by clicking on the icons below:
REQUIREMENTS:Needs a desktop PC or laptop running Windows 95 or higher.
For 1996 and newer vehicles with OBD II.
WHO MAKES IT:
B & B Electronics Corp.
PO Box 1040
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-5100
FOR MORE INFO, VISIT:
www.Autotap.com
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