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OBD2 Guide Diagnostic Training Software

OBD2 Guide Software menu
This is a screen capture of the OBD II Reference Guide Program Main Menu

A Quick Reference & Training Guide to the basics of OBD II



OBD2 GUIDE covers all aspects of the OnBoard Diagnostic II systems on late model domestic and import vehicles. Topics covered include:

* Basic Operation of OBD II on 1995 and newer vehicles

* OBD II system monitors (what sensors & systems OBD II watches, enable criteria for running self-tests, & drive cycles)

* Basic OBD II troubleshooting, including general tips and guidelines

* OBD II troubleshooting help by general type of code or symptom
Lists possible causes of specific codes, what to check, what PIDS to look at with your scan tool and more.

Includes helpful information that can save you hours of frustration and chasing dead ends!

* Mode 06 Diagnostic overview (what Mode 06 is and how to access and use it).

* OBD II emissions testing (what is required, tips on how to pass a plug-in OBD II test)

* Related reference information on sensors, fuel injection, ignition and emissions

PLEASE NOTE: The OBD II Guide covers the BASICS of the OBD II onboard diagnostic system. It provides general OBD II diagnostic tips, but does NOT get into detailed diagnostics for specific vehicles.

For more in-depth OBD II diagnostic help, see SCANTOOL COMPANION program. Scantool Companion includes everything in the OBD II Guide, plus much more information about fault code and symptom diagnostics. There is no need to order both programs. Just get the Scantool Companion program instead.


Sample Screens from the program (showing popup images over system description & diagnostic text windows):

engine management system screen

LA drive cycle screen

emission chart screen

EVAP screen

catalyst screen

coil-on-plug ignition screen


NOTE: This software does NOT interface with the vehicle or make your PC function as a scan tool. But you can use this handy reference guide with ANY scan tool or scanner software to diagnose and repair OBD II-related faults that turn on your Check Engine light.

System Requirements:

Program will run on ANY version of Windows (XP, 7, 10 or 11).
Note: This software will NOT run on an Apple/MAC computer, or an iphone or Android smart phone or tablet.

PRICE: $14.95 for download

Please Note: No Refunds on Software

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How to Order OBD II Guide:


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When payment is received, you will be emailed a DOWNLOAD LINK for the program.

You can then download the setup file to your computer, then click the setup file to install the software.
NOTE: Orders are usually sent same day except holidays and weekends.

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If you have any download questions or issues, see our Tech Support page for help.



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