Entry-Level OBD2 Scanner

Innova 5210

Made for Simplicity. Trusted for Results.

Trusted By 5+ Million DIYers & Mechanics

Find Innova at more than 30,000 stores nationwide

Trusted By 5+ Million DIYers & Mechanics

Find and Fix
Problems Fast

Quickly discover what’s wrong with your car and what to fix first.

Check Engine & ABS Scans

Spot engine and brake problems in seconds with clear, reliable results.

5210 Check Engine and ABS Scans

Code Priority

We help prioritize which fault codes need to be addressed first. Oftentimes, fixing a single code will result in the others disappearing.

5210 Code Priority
5210 Freeze Frame

Mode 6 & Freeze
Frame Data

Understand exactly what happened when the problem started with a snapshot of your car’s performance.

Mode 6 & Freeze
Frame Data

Understand exactly what happened when the problem started with a snapshot of your car’s performance.

5210 Freeze Frame
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See What’s Happening in
Real-Time

Stay in control with live data and detailed information about your car.

See What’s Happening in
Real-Time

Stay in control with live data and detailed information about your car.

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Step-by-Step Drive Cycle
Assistance

Get clear instructions to complete drive cycles and reset monitors with confidence.

Automatically re-check monitors every ~30 or seconds to see if your car is ready for a SMOG test.

5210 Drive Cycle
Built With Your Comfort in Mind

Built With Your Comfort in Mind

Quickly connect and start diagnosing with no hassle. Clear instructions, simple controls, and immediate feedback make it easy to handle car diagnostics yourself.

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Single Handed Use

Use easily with one hand.
Features large buttons and ergonomic design.

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Plug-N-Play

We don’t bother you with time-consuming account setups. Use it right out of the box.

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Unmatched Support

Get started easily with our manuals, video tutorials, and forums.

Streamline Repairs. Minimize Guesswork.

With our optional RepairSolutions2 app, we provide you with the exact fix needed
for your vehicle’s specific problem.

You don’t need countless fixes—just the right one. Innova’s system goes beyond codes to diagnose your vehicle and pinpoints the exact solution.

All fix suggestions have been verified by ASE Master Technicians.

One of the best features of our RepairSolutions2 app is its ability to provide direct links to car repair parts tailored specific to your trouble code and vehicle.

Simply select your preferred retailer, and with just a click of a button, you’re all set!

Know whether you’ll pass your state’s SMOG test before visiting a nearby shop. We tell you exactly which monitors will or will not pass.
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Our database is able to compare your vehicle data with millions of other vehicles and suggest you upcoming vehicle failures & repairs.

This way, you’ll be able to potentially prevent an expensive repair.

Get a birds-eye view of your vehicle’s health. Understand how your vehicle performs, which normally isn’t visible to the naked eye.

NOTE: available features depend on your vehicle.

Scan and save unlimited vehicle reports, saved right to your app. Easily access them at any point of time.

Plus, we give you the option to export your vehicle scans as a PDF. A great option if you’d like to share it to someone.

American Engineering

With Innova scanners, repairs that once needed professional tools are now DIY accessible. Go from feeling limited to confidently handling more advanced repairs. Earn recognition for your expertise, reliability, and trustworthiness.

412,000 hours of research and development. 325,000 hours of testing.

With Innova scanners, repairs that once needed professional tools are now DIY accessible.

Go from feeling limited to confidently handling more advanced repairs. Earn recognition for your expertise, reliability, and trustworthiness.

412,000 hours of research and development. 325,000 hours of testing.

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Authentic OEM Data

Licensed directly from manufacturers, providing you with reliable data for every diagnostic and repair.

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Hassle Free Updates

Simply plug in—no tricks, no hassle. It's completely free, including updates for the latest model year vehicles.

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USA Quality & Support

Designed by factory-trained ASE Master Techs for rigorous and intuitive operation - just as they'd want to use.

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Features may vary and not all features may be supported by all vehicle makes.

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Essential Diagnostics
Essential Diagnostics
Yes

Check Engine

Essential Diagnostics
Yes

Check Engine

Essential Diagnostics
Yes

Check Engine

Yes

SMOG / Emissions

Yes

SMOG / Emissions

Yes

SMOG / Emissions

Yes

Mode 6 / Freeze Frame

Yes

Mode 6 / Freeze Frame

Yes

Freeze Frame

Yes

Auto Re-Link

Yes

Auto Re-Link

Yes

Auto Re-Link

Yes

Code Priority

Yes

Code Priority

Yes

Code Priority

Yes

Code Severity

Yes

Code Severity

Yes

Code Severity

Yes

Battery & Charging System Test

Yes

Battery & Charging System Test

Yes

Battery & Charging System Test

Yes

All 10 OBD Modes

Yes

All 10 OBD Modes

Yes

8 OBD Modes

Yes

Drive Cycle Procedures

Yes

Drive Cycle Procedures

No

Drive Cycle Procedures

Yes

ABS Brake Codes

Yes

ABS Brake Codes

Yes

ABS Brake Codes

Yes

OBD Live Data

Yes

OBD Live Data

Yes

OBD Live Data

Yes

Live Data Graphing / Record / Playback

No

Live Data Graphing / Record / Playback

Yes

Live Data Graphing / Record / Playback

Yes

SRS Airbag Codes

No

SRS Airbag Codes

Yes

SRS Airbag Codes

Yes

Oil Light Reset

Yes

Oil Light Reset

Yes

Oil Light Reset

Yes

All System Scan

No

All System Scan

Yes

All System Scan

Advanced Features
Advanced Features
Yes

Battery / BMS Reset & Initialization

Advanced Features
No

Battery / BMS Reset & Initialization

Advanced Features
Yes

Battery / BMS Reset & Initialization

Yes

Read Hybrid Battery Cell Voltage

No

Read Hybrid Battery Cell Voltage

No

Read Hybrid Battery Cell Voltage

Yes

ABS Bleeding

No

ABS Bleeding

No

ABS Bleeding

Yes

EPB Reset

No

EPB Reset

No

EPB Reset

Yes

Read TPMS

No

Read TPMS

Yes

Read TPMS

Yes

Read Transmission Temperature

No

Read Transmission Temperature

Yes

Read Transmission Temperature

Yes

Brake Pad Life

No

Brake Pad Life

Yes

Brake Pad Life

Yes

OEM Live Data: Engine, Trans, TPMS, ABS, SRS

No

OEM Live Data: Engine, Trans, TPMS, ABS, SRS

No

OEM Live Data: Engine, Trans, TPMS, ABS, SRS

Yes

Bidirectional System Test

No

Bidirectional System Test

No

Bidirectional System Test

Yes

Special Functions, Routines, and Calibrations

No

Special Functions, Routines, and Calibrations

No

Special Functions, Routines, and Calibrations

Yes

OBD1 CoverageRequires OBD1 Connector

No

OBD1 CoverageRequires OBD1 Connector

No

OBD1 CoverageRequires OBD1 Connector

Yes

Compatible with RS2 App

Yes

Compatible with RS2 App

Yes

Compatible with RS2 App

NOTE: Please be aware that not all features are supported by all vehicles, as it varies based on each vehicle’s year, make, and model. To confirm feature coverage, please use Innova’s Coverage Checker.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Innova 5210 works with most cars, trucks, SUVs, and hybrids manufactured in 1996 or later. We’re actively working on 2024-2025 coverage.

However, features may vary depending on your vehicle’s year, make, and model. Please confirm features with our Coverage Checker.

Yes! The 5210 is designed to scan and diagnose both engine and ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) problems, giving you reliable insights into critical systems.

Absolutely. The 5210 checks your car’s emissions readiness and re-scans monitors automatically after engine restarts, making it easy to know if your car will pass a SMOG test.

Definitely. The 5210 features simple menus, step-by-step instructions, and a user-friendly design, so even first-time DIYers can confidently diagnose and fix their cars.

The free RepairSolutions2 app connects to your scanner via Bluetooth to provide verified fixes, recommended parts, and step-by-step repair guidance from ASE-certified master technicians.

The app can be downloaded for free on the App Store or Google Play Store. Handheld device is required for full access.

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