The top end of the technology ladder is held by a scan tool. This car diagnostic tool plugs into the OBD-II port (“OBD” is an acronym for on-board diagnostics, and the “II” designates the second ...

It’s something no driver wants to see: a check engine light glowing on the dashboard. You know something’s wrong with your car—but what, exactly? That’s where an OBD2 code reader comes in handy. These ...

If you own a car built after 1996, it comes equipped with a second-generation onboard diagnostic (OBD or OBDII) system. These systems work together with the vehicle's primary computer or powertrain ...