Why ‘Go Pro’ With Auto Diagnostics In 2022?

Now that anyone can buy an On-Board Auto Diagnostics tool, is there any reason to take your car into the shop for testing? In one word, yes—if money matters to you, best to go pro with TIRECRAFT.

Read on to learn more, or contact your local TIRECRAFT to go pro with auto diagnostic insights and get a free quote on repair or maintenance services straight away.

Are Auto Diagnostics Tests DIY Friendly?

Yes and no.

On the one hand, in 2022, just about anyone can buy an On-Board Diagnostics interface or ODB II tool and start running tests at home. Since 1996, all vehicles have been manufactured with a common connector to access vehicle diagnostic information, and you can buy an ODB II tool for $30-50 online.

However, not all drivers will be able to make sense of ODB II test results, which provide “freeze frame data” about your engine’s operating conditions in hard code format, such as:

• P0128 — Coolant Thermostat
• P0300 — Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
• P0420 — EVAP System Incorrect Purge Flow

Do these codes make sense to you? Does the description help? For most drivers, the answer will be no; even if they understand the automotive argot (e.g. EVAP System Incorrect Purge Flow), these codes won’t tell the whole story. To get the bottom of these error messages, you’ll need additional testing and expertise.

Think of it like this: you can buy a thermometer and take your temperature at home, but you won’t know how to pinpoint or treat the problem until you visit your family doctor.

While you may be able to run auto diagnostics tests at home, you won’t reap the rewards without professional help. And if you must take your car in to the shop anyways, is it really worth spending the extra money on a home auto diagnostics tool?

Why Go Pro With TIRECRAFT Auto Diagnostics In 2022?

Since 1990—six years before vehicle manufacturers had to install common ODB II connectors for home testing—TIRECRAFT has been helping Canadian drivers get to the bottom of their vehicle problems with precision testing, expert insights, and quality repairs and part replacements.

As one of Canada’s only one-stop shops, we’re proud to work with all vehicle types, and we offer precise auto diagnostics for a wide range of system processes, including:

• Battery
• Charging systems
• Alternator
• Warning lights
• ABS
• TPMS
• E-test
• Traction control
• Air bag
• Misfires
• Hard shifting, and many more

In addition to the standard tests, every auto diagnostic service includes:

• Full review of data from your vehicle’s internal computer (ECM or PCM)
• Manual checks of battery system, charging system, and on-board electronics
• Resetting of any dashboard warning lights
• Identifying the cause of any rough running (e.g. malfunctioning oxygen sensors, clogged fuel filters or pump), misfires, or stalling
• Scanning and reprogramming of affected vehicle modules
• Professional in-house testing of all air bags, traction control, ABS, and tire pressure monitoring systems
• Road testing as needed
• Emissions tests for specialty vehicles held to “E-test” standards, and more

And no matter what you drive, what problems arise, or how many computer errors need to be resolved, we can help you save time and money with:

• One-stop shop convenience
• Auto-scheduled service reminders
• Extensive catalog of high-quality replacement parts
• Customer loyalty rewards points
• Service promotions, and more

Go Pro With TIRECRAFT: Get A Free Quote On Auto Diagnostics

Use the Find a TIRECRAFT tool to contact a local auto diagnostics expert and get a free quote on any service.

Back