Tutorail: How to replace the touch screen and mainboard of OBDSTAR P50, OdoMaster and iScan motorcycle/iScan Marine series devices. Step 1: Use an electric screwdriver (or screwdriver) to remove the 4 screws securing the back cover. Step 2: Carefully open the back cover and remove… Continue Reading
What is the difference between 2026 new VNCI 6154B and VNCI 6154A VAG diagnostic scanner? Here comes the table comparison: VNCI 6154B vs VNCI 6154A Items VNCI 6154B VNCI 6154A 5053 driver ✅ ❌ ODIS driver ✅ ❌ 5G WiFi… Continue Reading
Problem: The software (BMW V51.66) and firmware (V12.12) have been successfully installed on the Launch Creader 2.0 BBA diagnostic scanner. However, when actually connecting to a vehicle or scanning the VIN, the system immediately displays a “Firmware update failed” error… Continue Reading
Question: What’s the difference between Autel MX900 and MP900 diagnostic scanners? I need something to read codes and do special functions on Corvettes 1997-2026. Any advice on what to purchase? Here is the clue. The Autel MaxiCheck MX900 and… Continue Reading
Tutorial: How to add a spare VAG MQB48 Key with Autel MaxiIM IM508/IM608 and APB300 adapter. Model example: VW Passat 1.4T year 2019 with MQB48 smart eky Procedure: Step 1: Read Vehicle Information Go to Expert Mode- Key reading via dump- MQB48… Continue Reading
Is the compatibility similar between Autel VCI200 J2534 and Topdon Rlink J2534 passthru devices? Which is a better passthru device for OEM programming? J2534 passthru devices let technicians use a Windows PC and official OEM software (like Ford FDRS/IDS, GM… Continue Reading
As titled, here comes the Topdon ONE series diagnostic scanners VCI compatible OEM programming software list: Topdon ONE (with gray VCI), ONE Lite (with green VCI), and ONE Plus (with Blue VCI) have the same J2534 VCI. Only color difference.… Continue Reading
The Launch Creader CRP123 and CRP129 series diagnostic scanners also support diagnosing vehicles equipped with the latest CAN FD and DoIP protocols. Although these devices themselves do not natively support CAN FD or DoIP protocols, they can diagnose such vehicles… Continue Reading
Topdon Technology released a new ONE series professional diagnostic scanners in 2026 including Topdon ONE, ONE Lite, ONE Plus and ONE Pro. What is the difference among these scanners? Check the comparison below: Topdon ONE Lite vs ONE vs ONE… Continue Reading
In the world of ECU and TCU programming for chip tuning, two standout all-in-one tools dominate the market: Alientech’s KESS3 and Dimsport’s The Genius (the brand-new tablet version). Both devices now combine OBD, Bench, and Boot/Open modes into a single… Continue Reading
Alientech KESS3 introduces the Bench protocol for Ford Continental SID212.One of the most requested ECUs on the market can now be worked on directly in the workshop with KESS3. 11.03.2026 – Upgrade 2.96 Alientech further expands the operational possibilities offered by… Continue Reading
What’s the difference between EoneBoss TLK1, TLK2 and TLK3 devices? TLK1:Core Function: Unlock Toyota/Lexus original smart keys.Supported Types: 8A-AA, BA, B9, B8. TLK2:Core Function: Unlock Toyota/Lexus original smart keys.Supported Types: 4A-AA, BA. TLK3:Aftermarket Key Unlocking: Supports unlocking Toyota/Lexus/Subaru aftermarket… Continue Reading
Problem: It is a BMW 3 Series 2013 all keys lost. Yanhua Mini ACDP reads the info before ‘pre-processing’ fine. When do preprocessing, it’s saying “Doesn’t support this SW version”. How to do it? Solution: Some versions are not supported for preprocessing,… Continue Reading
The following is feedback from real users regarding the use of Xhorse MVCI Pro+, Openport 2.0, and Toyota Techstream software. Hope it helps who choose a proper Toyota J2534 cable. Xhorse MVCI Pro+ vs Openport 2.0 for Techstream: “The… Continue Reading
Here comes a similar problem: Tried to program TPMS MX sensor with Autel MaxiPro MP900TS, the device comes message “your mx sensor(s) have been locked”. It happened on two different cars and already blocked total 3 sensors. Why did Autel… Continue Reading
