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Scan your own codes to save money, fix problems, or get the best performance out of your ride!Scanning the code to determine why your "check engine" light has come on is frequently more costly than the repair itself! Scanning automotive systems at home can save you money and only requires the ability to plug a phone or tablet into an easily accessible port on the car. With the right dock, it is possible to perform diagnostic checks in your very own garage.From handheld, dedicated units to software that turns PCs and portable devices into powerful diagnostic scanners, today's auto enthusiasts can access and analyze their vehicle's on-board diagnostic systems. This is great news, and not just for repairs. With the right information, these scanners can be used as low-budget data acquistion systems and dynamometers to maximize your vehicle's performance.
About the Author
Tracy Martin is the author of four, Motorbooks Workshop series books including; "How To Use Automotive Diagnostic Scanners," "How To Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems," "Motorcycle Electrical Systems Troubleshooting and Repair" and "How to Tune and Modify Motorcycle Engine Management Systems." If you would like to contact Tracy, or find out more about him, he can be reached on the Internet at (tracyamartin.com) where autographed books are available from his website. In addition to these books, Tracy is working on a fifth motorcycle related book and has co-authored the book "Motorcycling Safety Foundation's Guide to Motorcycling Excellence."
He is a regular contributor to several national magazines including: Motorcycle Consumer News, RoadBike, American Iron Dealer News and others. Tracy's automotive carrier begin as a high-school auto shop teacher and he has been a consultant for Sun Electric, Nissan of North American, Snap-On Tools and other automotive aftermarket companies. When he's not writing he teaches advanced motorcycle skills training classes and plays the banjo.
