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There is not a lot of objective information out there on scan tools, yet they are the biggest individual investment that a technician makes for himself aside from possibly training. Here we make available to you the result of our scan tool shootouts and other live tests to help you learn how to use your tools and make an informed buying decision.
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Volkswagen Scan Tool Shootout
Author(s): TST Board
The factory scan tool faces off against the Autologic, Ross Tech Vag Com, Auto Enginuity, OTC Pegisys, and Launch X431 on a 2008 VW Jetta 2.5L. We break down how these scan tools really perform to help you make an informed buying decision.
Autologic vs. T4 (Landrover Factory Tool)
Author(s): Craig Truglia
Autologic is the top of the aftermarket scan tools, billed to have factory-level capabilities. Here, it is put to the test against a Land Rover T4. Simply said, the Autologic is a superior tool.
Autologic Reflashing a 2004 Mini
Author(s): Craig Truglia and Kevin Quinlan
Relashing a MINI or any BMW requires the battery to be maintained at a specific battery voltage and amperage using a Fronius or ATS E-Charger, and the right equipment to be reflashed. A J-2534-2 Reprogrammer, BMW Factory Tool, Autologic, and Programa are capable of this function. Here we reflash the BMW with the Autologic.
Autologic Coding Audi Keys
Author(s): Craig Truglia and Kevin Quinlan
The Autologic here codes an Audi's keys. If you do not maintain system voltage when replacing a battery on European cars, you might be stuck doing this.
Nissan Scan Tool Shootout presented by TST
Author(s): Jerry Truglia, Edwin Hazzard, and Pierre Respaut
Technicians Service Training puts the factory scan tool head-to-head against the Snap On Verus, OTC Pegisys, Autoland Scientech I-Scan II, Launch X-431, SPX Autoboss, Auto Enginuity, and Next Tech Carman Scan.
The Pegisys and I-Scan II are the winners.