Discover what an OBD2 scanner is and how to use it to diagnose and fix car problems before they escalate into major repairs.

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Nearly all TTAC readers and writers have wrenched on a vehicle equipped with the OBD-II diagnostic system. Having a handheld code reader in yer box of tools can help douse that infernal check ...