In today’s automotive repair world, getting paid is directly tied to your ability to fix vehicles efficiently and accurately. To achieve this, having the right diagnostic tools is not just helpful—it’s essential. Before investing in any scan tool, you need to ask yourself: Does it offer both comprehensive features and user-friendly operation? The AutoEnginuity® ScanTool is engineered as a robust diagnostic platform for your Windows® PC, specifically designed to be both feature-rich and easy to operate.
Full-Featured GM Vehicle Coverage
When it comes to professional scan tools, coverage is paramount. With AutoEnginuity® ScanTool, extensive coverage is our core commitment. We provide professional-grade enhanced diagnostic options for a wide range of vehicles, with a particular focus on GM models from 1996 to 2016. However, coverage isn’t just about the number of makes; it’s about the depth of that coverage. Our enhanced GM expansion provides access to critical systems such as:
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
- Airbag/SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
- Enhanced Powertrain (Engine and Transmission)
- Instrument Cluster
- Transmission Control Module (TCM)
- Body Control Modules (BCM)
- Chassis Control Systems
- …and dozens of other body and chassis controllers.
This depth of coverage translates into real diagnostic power, offering capabilities that go far beyond basic code reading. With AutoEnginuity® ScanTool for GM vehicles, you gain access to:
- Live Data Streaming: Monitor real-time sensor data to pinpoint intermittent faults and system behaviors.
- Bi-Directional Controls: Actively command vehicle components to perform tests and verify functionality (e.g., activate solenoids, relays, motors).
- Adaptive Resets and Learns: Perform necessary reset procedures after component replacement or system adjustments (e.g., throttle position sensor reset, transmission quicklearn).
- System Tests: Execute comprehensive system-level diagnostic routines to isolate problems efficiently.
- Trouble Code Retrieval and Clearing: Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) across all supported modules.
AutoEnginuity® has long been at the forefront of developing powerful yet user-friendly interfaces. Our industry-leading live data graphing is a prime example. With a single click, you can pan, zoom, and overlay multiple data plots on the same graph, making complex data analysis straightforward. Advanced graphing features also include plot tagging for quick reference and easy printing of graphs for reports.
Other powerful features to enhance your GM diagnostics include:
- Customizable Diagnostic Reports: Generate professional reports of DTC and Inspection/Maintenance (IM) / Mode 6 data. These reports can be tailored to explain necessary repairs to customers and highlight potential upsell opportunities.
- Translated and Scaled Mode 6 Data: View complex Mode 6 data in an understandable format, eliminating the need to interpret raw, cryptic data.
- Versatile Data Logging: Record live vehicle sensor data in two formats: XML (for browser-based viewing) and CSV (for spreadsheet analysis). Both formats allow for offline playback and review of diagnostic sessions.
- Configurable Sensor Parameters: Customize individual sensor settings including sampling rate, display ranges, audible alerts based on trigger points, units of measurement, and scaling values to meet your specific diagnostic needs.
With AutoEnginuity® ScanTool, you don’t have to compromise. You get a full-featured scan tool with professional-grade coverage specifically for GM vehicles.
Ease-of-Use: Leverage the Power of Windows
In today’s tech-driven world, the power and versatility of personal computers are undeniable. AutoEnginuity® ScanTool smartly leverages the familiar Windows® environment to provide a scan tool interface that is both intuitive and efficient. Navigating vehicle systems and sensors becomes quicker and more streamlined compared to traditional handheld devices. Want to monitor all sensors within a specific GM system? Simply go to the live data screen and click the column header for sensors—it’s that simple. Powerful tools shouldn’t be burdened by complex user interfaces.
Our user interface philosophy is built around “Power through Simplicity™.” We’ve focused on streamlining and automating repetitive tasks to maximize your efficiency. For instance, ScanTool assists you with:
- Automated VIN Decoding: Quickly and accurately identify the vehicle for precise diagnostics.
- Vehicle-Wide Code Scanning: Read and clear trouble codes from all modules within the vehicle in a single, efficient step.
- One-Click Reporting: Generate printable live data, DTC, or Emissions reports with a single click, saving time and simplifying documentation.
- Effortless Plug and Play Installation: True USB Plug and Play functionality eliminates the hassle of complex driver installations.
Ease-of-use also extends to software customization. You can personalize the user interface layout to match your workflow and even optimize it for different screen resolutions. Whether you’re using an older laptop or a new high-resolution device, the software adapts to provide the best possible user experience. Efficiency in tool operation directly translates to servicing more vehicles and increasing your shop’s throughput.
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With AutoEnginuity® ScanTool, you can concentrate on what truly matters—diagnosing and repairing GM vehicles effectively.
Modular and Updatable: Adapt to Your Growing Needs
AutoEnginuity® ScanTool features a unique “Coverage On Demand™” system, allowing you to purchase vehicle coverage in bundles or à la carte, tailored to your specific needs and budget. This modularity is particularly beneficial for shops specializing in or frequently servicing GM vehicles from 1996-2016. For example, if you unexpectedly need to diagnose a less common make, you can quickly add coverage as needed. This flexibility saves you money by avoiding unnecessary upfront costs for coverage you may not immediately require.
The automotive industry is constantly evolving with new technologies and vehicle models. AutoEnginuity® ScanTool is designed to keep pace with these changes. Our ScanTool software receives frequent updates via the internet, ensuring you have access to the latest coverage enhancements and feature improvements. Base ScanTool software updates are provided free of charge, protecting your investment and keeping your tool current.
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Compelling Advantages for GM Vehicle Diagnostics
Having the right tools is non-negotiable in automotive repair. Don’t waste valuable time and resources with scan tools that lack the necessary coverage or are cumbersome to use. AutoEnginuity® ScanTool provides a powerful, feature-rich diagnostic solution that can evolve with your business and your diagnostic requirements for GM vehicles. Invest in the one tool that will help you efficiently diagnose a wide range of issues on GM vehicles from 1996 to 2016 and beyond. Invest in your future success—choose AutoEnginuity® ScanTool today.
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Key Capabilities of AutoEnginuity® ScanTool for GM (1996-2016):
- Read Stored and Pending Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): Access generic OBD-II codes and over 50,000+ manufacturer-specific codes for in-depth diagnostics.
- View and Clear Freeze Frame Data: Analyze vehicle conditions when a DTC was set to aid in pinpointing the root cause.
- Clear “Check Engine Light”: Reset the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) after repairs are completed.
- Visualize Live Sensor Data: Display real-time sensor readings in meter, graph, and grid formats for comprehensive data analysis.
- Oxygen Sensor Monitoring: View live data and test results related to oxygen sensors and fuel trim.
- Comprehensive Inspection/Maintenance (IM) Readiness Tests: Access all 11 IM systems and Mode 6 data for emissions testing and diagnostics.
- Unlimited Data Logging: Record extensive live vehicle sensor data in XML or CSV formats with millisecond accuracy for detailed analysis and historical records.
- Offline Data Log Playback: Review recorded data logs without being connected to the vehicle for convenient analysis and training.
- Bi-Directional Component and System Tests: Perform active tests on specific components and systems, with support for both generic and enhanced manufacturer-specific tests.
- Configurable Sensor Parameters: Customize sensor ranges, scaling, audible alerts, units, and sampling rates to tailor the tool to your diagnostic preferences.
- ECU Identification and Calibration Information: Read ECM ID, calibration, and calibration verification IDs from all reporting engine control modules.
- Generic and Enhanced Data on One Tool: Seamlessly access both generic OBD-II data and manufacturer-enhanced data within the same interface.
- Customizable Interface: Configure the software interface layout to suit your individual preferences and workflow.
- Broad Vehicle Support: Supports 1996 and newer passenger vehicles, including domestic, Asian, and European makes, utilizing SAE protocols: J1850 (PWM and VPM), ISO-9141-2, ISO-14230 [KWP2000], and CAN [11Bit and 29Bit].
System Requirements
- Operating System: Windows® 7 / 8.0 / 8.1 / 10 / 11
- Hard Drive Space: 400 MB free space
- Memory: 100 MB RAM
- USB Port: 1 USB 2.0 port (USB 2.0 support is natively built into Windows® 7 and later)
AutoEnginuity® ScanTool Package Contents:
- AutoEnginuity® ScanTool Software
- AutoEnginuity® OBD-II Vehicle Interface Adapter
- USB 2.0 Interface Cable
- User Guide
- Quick Installation Guide
