Advanced functions are the more powerful features of a diagnostic tool that go beyond just reading fault codes or checking live data. They let you actually interact with the car on a deeper level — things you’d normally only do in a workshop during repairs or more serious diagnostics. These functions depend a lot on the specific car and tool you’re using, and they usually require a bit more experience, but they’re what make a scanner truly useful once you move past the basics.
How to deactivate seatbelt warning with OBD2 scanner
Why disable the seatbelt warning? Many vehicles use an audible seatbelt warning chime that activates when the driver or passenger seatbelt is not fastened. While…
Can OBD2 scanner change car’s mileage?
Many people wonder whether an OBD2 scanner can change the mileage displayed on a car’s dashboard. The short answer is: sometimes yes, but only on…
How to use VAG long coding – Step by step
If you can’t find a one-click application for everything you want, you can still do the coding yourself. OBD11’s long coding allows you to code…
What is car coding [ECU coding explained]
Car coding (ECU coding) lets you change how your car behaves by adjusting settings inside control units. It’s not complex programming – you usually just…
How to Check Real Car Mileage with an OBD2 Scanner (Complete Guide)
When buying a used car there is always one important question: Are the kilometers on the dashboard real? Odometer rollback is still one of the…
What is ECU programming in OBD2 scanner?
OBD2 scanner with ECU programming will let you reflash software in control modules, for example update engine control module version, or flash new file with…
Can you program car keys with OBD2 scanner?
Yes but only with the right tool and the right car. Basic scanners won’t do it. You need a tool with IMMO (immobilizer) functions. Even…
EV Diagnostics with OBD2: what works, what doesn’t
Here’s the straight talk: EVs still have the same OBD2 hole in the dash, but the juicy data you actually need lives behind brand-specific doors.…
