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Published on Jan 09, 2024

Innova 5610: Price & Feature Overview

Here's a breakdown of the Innova 5610 costs and the specific feature/benefits it offers.

Published on Jan 05, 2024

How Do I Use The Coverage Checker?

Learn how to use Innova's Coverage Checker. It's super easy and only requires a few clicks.

Published on Jan 04, 2024

Understanding OBD2 Scanner Prices: Features Across Price Ranges

Explore OBD2 scanner pricing, revealing diverse features at varying price levels, aiding in informed purchase decisions for car diagnostics.

Published on Jan 03, 2024

How To Use My Scan Tool to Record Live Data

Most Innova scan tools that support live data allow you to record and playback live data.

Published on Jan 03, 2024

What is a Hot Key?

When your device says, Press any Hot Key, it simply means to select any button on your device to continue using the device.

Published on Jan 02, 2024

Update Innova OBD2 Scanners Today

Looking to update your Innova scanner? Learn whether your scanner is eligible for a firmware update! If not, we have alternative solutions for you.

Published on Dec 20, 2023

Which countries do our devices work in?

Our products work only in the USA and Canada. Using our products in any other country will result in the product not functioning.

Published on Dec 20, 2023

What languages are served on our products?

The languages that can be used with our products are English, Spanish, and French.

Published on Dec 18, 2023

Bought A Non-American OBD2 Scanner? You May Want To Reconsider

Here's why foreign OBD2 scanners may not be the right fit for you.

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Published on Jun 12, 2024

How To Test a Vehicle’s Ignition Coil

Ignition coils convert the low voltage from the 12-volt battery into the high voltage the spark plugs need to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the combustion chamber. In this article, I will explain the different types of ignition coils, the warning signs of a bad ignition coil, and how to test them.

Published on Jun 11, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2022 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

The complexities of managing EPB maintenance for your 2022 GMC Chevrolet Silverado can be daunting, whether you're grappling with resetting the EPB system following a brake pad replacement, troubleshooting syncing issues, ensuring the safe activation of the system, or verifying the flawless operation of brake calipers and components.

Published on Jun 10, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2020 GMC Chevrolet Silverado

Confronting challenges with your 2020 GMC Chevrolet Silverado's EPB system? Whether it's the vexation of resetting the system after a brake pad replacement, tackling syncing glitches, mastering safe system activation, or guaranteeing the flawless function of brake calipers and components—managing EPB maintenance can feel like navigating a maze.

Published on Jun 05, 2024

How Much To Replace a Spark Plug?

The fundamental operation of all internal combustion engines involves injecting a combination of fuel and air into the combustion chamber, where the spark plug ignites it.

Published on Jun 04, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2022 Ford F-150

Managing EPB maintenance on your 2022 Ford F-150 can present challenges, whether you're dealing with resetting the EPB system after replacing brake pads, troubleshooting syncing issues, ensuring safe system activation, or maintaining optimal functionality of brake calipers and components.

Published on Jun 03, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2021 Ford F-150

Are you encountering EPB frustrations with your 2021 Ford F-150? Whether it's resetting the EPB system following a brake pad replacement, dealing with syncing issues, safely handling system activation, or ensuring the flawless operation of brake calipers and components—maneuvering through EPB maintenance can seem overwhelming.

Published on May 28, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2015 Ford F-150

Finding yourself frustrated with EPB issues on your 2015 Ford F-150? Whether it's the complexities of resetting the EPB system after changing brake pads, syncing troubles, safely managing system activation, or ensuring the smooth functioning of brake calipers and components—EPB maintenance can pose a significant challenge.

Published on May 27, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2020 Ford F-150

Are you grappling with EPB challenges on your 2020 Ford F-150? Whether it's recalibrating the EPB system post-brake pad replacement, addressing syncing glitches, safely handling system activation, or ensuring seamless functionality of your brake calipers and components—maneuvering through EPB maintenance can seem like a daunting task.

Published on May 21, 2024

Do It Yourself EPB for 2016 Ford F-150

Tackling EPB maintenance challenges with your 2016 Ford F-150? Whether it involves resetting the EPB system following a brake pad replacement, troubleshooting syncing issues, ensuring safe system activation, or guaranteeing optimal performance of brake calipers and components—navigating these tasks can be daunting.

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Published on Jul 10, 2024

Tire Rotation – Easier and More Important Than You May Realize

Believe it or not, tires could very well be one of the most important systems on the entire vehicle. After all, the whole automobile is riding on them.

Published on Jul 09, 2024

Cooling System

The automotive cooling system has become increasingly important to the overall operation of today’s vehicles.

Published on Jul 05, 2024

Replacing Spark Plugs

With today's vehicles boasting "100,000 miles between tune-ups", spark plug replacement as a routine maintenance practice is often overlooked or considered unnecessary.

Published on Jul 04, 2024

Rotating Your Vehicle’s Tires

Tires are one of the most important components on the entire vehicle. After all, the whole automobile is riding on them.

Published on Jul 03, 2024

Handling “Seized” Fasteners

Almost every professional mechanic, DIYer or “car nut” has had a repair project interrupted by the occasional nut, bolt, or stud that is rusted solid and “can’t be removed.”

Published on Jul 02, 2024

Vehicle Brake Systems Guide

There is probably no other area of vehicle repair more critical to your safety than proper brake maintenance and repair. Unfortunately, it is frequently overlooked.

Published on Jun 27, 2024

Keeping Your Car Clutter-Free

If you were to ask anyone “Is there any point to keeping your vehicle interior cluttered and disorganized?” chances are they will say no. After all, nobody “wants” their vehicle to be cluttered or disorganized.

Published on Jun 26, 2024

Essential Engine Sensors for Vehicle Efficiency

Your vehicle's computer control system receives information from a variety of sensors. It uses this information to control engine operation for optimum performance, and to minimize emissions.

Published on Jun 20, 2024

How Vehicle Speed Sensors Improve Performance

Vehicle speed sensors (VSS) are used in late model vehicles to monitors vehicle speed.

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Published on Mar 30, 2022

Automotive Addicts // Product Review: Innova 5310 & 5610

Car Scan Solutions That Prove to Be Essential Tools For That Check Engine Light and More

Published on Mar 14, 2022

Vehicle Restoration: A Complete Step-By-Step Guide on How to Restore a Vehicle

As auto aficionados, there’s nothing more challenging, fun, and rewarding than restoring a vehicle from the ground up.

Published on Jan 31, 2022

Mechanic Scams: What Are They and How to Avoid Them

With so many amazing auto technicians out there, it is quite unfortunate to witness the auto repair fraud that strikes so many unsuspecting consumers.

Published on Jan 31, 2022

Road Trip Rules to Know Before Hitting the Highway

Here are some simple road trip rules to keep in mind before venturing out!

Published on Jan 31, 2022

Road Safety for Women Drivers: Safety Tips to Consider When Driving Alone

We give you 7 expert tips on how to stay safe and dominate your freedom to drive solo.

Published on Jan 14, 2022

KateTheJeep Full Circle Video

They said it shouldn’t be done and highly unadvised, but Innova brand Ambassador Ali (@katethejeep) decided to take his fully kitted out Jeep up Chocolate Thunder in Johnson Valley, Ca. We’re happy to enable his ambitious endeavors in vehicle exploration empowerment. See the full feature 1/21. Sign up for notifications. 5 lucky winners will receive Innova and Off the Grid Surplus gift cards.

Published on Oct 19, 2021

The Top Tools Every DIY Mechanic Should Own

Learn what tools the pros say must be in your toolbox to better tackle that next car, truck, or SUV repair and maintenance challenge.

Family of four getting their kids ready for a road trip

Published on Oct 10, 2021

10 Items Parents Should Keep in Their Car at All Times

A family car is not complete without extra reusable water bottles, blankets, a roadside kit, hygiene products, clothing, a fun family kit, a first aid kit, and other essential items.

Portrait of Keith Andreasen, Innova Electronics R&D Supervisor

Published on Sep 29, 2021

Keith Andreasen Rejoins Innova Electronics as Product Development Supervisor

Innova Electronics Corporation, a leading supplier of test equipment and diagnostic reporting for the automotive aftermarket, today announced that industry veteran Keith Andreasen has rejoined the company as product development supervisor where he will oversee proof of concept development, user interface modeling, and test and validation for the company's U.S. and global engineering teams.

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