Snap-on Diagnostic "Quick Tips" videos are developed from real repair case studies to help professional technicians use our diagnostic tools to solve specific vehicle problems. Note: Videos may not be applicable for all diagnostic tools in all markets.
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BMW® |
Rain Sensor |
BMW® Rain Sensor Calibration |
Did you know that even replacing a windshield on a vehicle today means sensors need to be reset? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a reset of a BMW rain sensor using a scan tool. |
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BMW® |
Troubleshooting Techniques |
Speed Up Your Diagnostics |
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Auto ID, One Touch Full Vehicle Code Scan, and One Touch Code Clear. Vehicle: 2013 BMW® X3. Want to save time getting to the root of a diagnostic problem? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use some time-saving features to check a 2013 BMW® quickly. |
Chrysler® |
TPMS |
Chrysler® Wheel & Tire Calibrations |
When you change wheels and tires to a different size, how does that affect the Tire Pressure Monitoring system? There may be a programming function available to help. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to program new tire pressure thresholds on a Jeep using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Jeep® Grand Cherokee |
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Chrysler® |
VVT System |
Chrysler® VVT System Cleaning |
Have you ever had trouble with the Variable Valve Timing system on a newer Chrysler® vehicle? There is a functional test available to help. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform the automatic system cleaning using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Jeep® Grand Cherokee. |
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Chrysler® |
HVAC |
Chrysler® HVAC Test |
Did you know that many modern HVAC systems have built-in automated tests to make diagnosing issues easier? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use the Chrysler automated HVAC test on a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2014 Jeep Compass. |
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FIAT® |
Alignment |
FIAT® 500 Proxi Alignment |
Have you ever had to replace a module on a vehicle, only to find out it needed to be "relearned" to the vehicle? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a Proxi Alignment on a FIAT using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 FIAT 500 |
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Ford® |
Battery Monitor System |
Ford® Battery Monitor System |
Have you ever had trouble with the electrical system on a newer Ford? It's possible the Battery Monitoring System needs to be reset. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to reset the system using a scan tool. |
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Ford® |
PATS Key Prog. |
Ford® PATS Key Programming |
Have you ever needed to program a set of keys to a vehicle? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to program keys on the Ford PATS System using a scan tool. |
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Ford® |
Misfire |
Ford® Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction |
Sometimes you need to use a factory level test to finish a job. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use the Ford Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction functional test to finish the job on a Ford Fusion. | Vehicle: 2014 Ford Fusion. |
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Ford® |
Reprogramming |
Ford® Flash Reprogramming |
Flash reprogramming is often a necessary part of repairing vehicles nowadays, but the process can be intimidating if you aren't sure how to do it. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to reflash a Ford® PCM using a Pass Thru Pro III and Ford® J2534 software. | Vehicle: 2014 Ford® Transit Connect. |
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Ford® |
ADAS |
Ford® Lane Departure |
In under a minute you can see how to use your Snap-on car diagnostic tool to do a lane departure calibration on 2013 & newer Fords. |
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Ford® |
Ignition System |
Ford® Coil Current RFI Test |
Having a hard time diagnosing a Ford with a misfire? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows a faster way to check Ford ignition coils using a lab scope to perform a Coil Current RFI Test. | Vehicle: 2013 Ford Fusion. |
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Ford® |
Relative Compression Test |
Ford® Relative Compression Test |
You may know how to do a relative compression test with a lab scope, but did you know that most late-model Fords can also perform this test as a scan tool function? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform this test using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Ford® Escape. |
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Ford® |
Transmission |
Ford® 6.7L Transmission Solenoid Characterization |
Transmission repairs can be tricky, and can require taking a lot of things apart simply to find a part number. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to easily find what transmission solenoids are installed on a Ford without having to take the transmission apart - by using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2012 Ford F250. |
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Ford® |
TPMS |
Ford® TPMS Reprogramming |
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems on modern cars often need a special tools and procedures to repair them, don't they? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to reset the TPMS system on a Ford® Transit Connect using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2014 Ford® Transit Connect. |
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Ford® |
Fuel System |
Ford® Relative Injector Flow Test |
If you suspect a fuel injector is faulty on a direct injection engine, how do you diagnose it quickly? Many late-model Ford direct injection vehicles can be tested with a special test. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a Relative Injector Flow test using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Ford® Escape. |
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Ford® |
Fuel System |
Ford Diesel Injector Coding |
Did you know that when you replace a fuel injector on many diesel vehicles, the part needs to be coded into the vehicle's computer? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform the injector coding function on a Ford diesel using a scan tool. |
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Ford® |
Fuel System |
Piezo Injectors Signature Test Quick Tip | Training Solutions® |
Did you know that the fuel injectors on Direct Injection vehicles work differently than a standard fuel injector? Because of this, a lab scope pattern may not look like what you may be used to. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to hook up and perform a signature test on a Ford EcoBoost® motor. |
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Ford® |
Scanner Data Functions |
PID Trigger Functions |
Would you like an easy way to monitor data during a road test? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use the PID Trigger function as a "babysitter" for your road test. | Vehicle: 2014 Ford® Fusion |
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Ford® |
Ignition System |
Ignition Coil Current Ramp Test |
Having a hard time figuring out whether or not an ignition coil is bad? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use a low amps probe to perform a current ramp test. | Vehicle: 2013 Ford® Fusion. |
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Ford® |
Ignition System |
Ignition System Diagnostics Using the SIA2000 |
Having a hard time diagnosing an ignition issue? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows an easy way to check ignition systems using a lab scope and SIA 2000 ignition probe. | Vehicle: 2001 Ford® Taurus. |
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GM® |
ADAS |
GM Radar Sensor |
Just removed or replaced the bumper on a 2010 or newer GM model? Make sure to recalibrate the rain sensor module - our short Diagnostic Quick Tip shows you how. |
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Chevrolet® |
Cooling System |
Chevy Volt Coolant Pump Bleed |
Many hybrid vehicles have a separate electric coolant pump that needs to be turned on to help bleed the cooling system. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a coolant system bleed on a Chevy Volt. |
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Harley-Davidson® |
Functional Testing |
Harley-Davidson® Functional Tests |
If you have a problem with a gauge cluster, how can you quickly figure out if it's a cluster problem or a sensor? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform some bi-directional functional testing on a Harley-Davidson using a scan tool. |
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Harley-Davidson® |
Key FOB Prog. |
Harley Davidson® Key Fob Programming |
If you or your customer loses a key fob, that can be pretty inconvenient, right? They usually need to be programmed to the vehicle. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to program a Harley-Davidson key fob using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited. |
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Harley-Davidson® |
DTCs |
Harley Davidson Extended DTC |
No need to be a detective with Snap-on® exclusive Harley-Davidson® factory coverage that lets you know the mileage at which a code was set… important for diagnosis and insurance claims, too! |
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Harley-Davidson® |
Braking System |
Harley-Davidson® ABS Brake Bleed |
Vehicle: 2015 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited. Many vehicles now need a scan tool in order to bleed the brakes after ABS repairs. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform an ABS Brake Bleed procedure on a Harley-Davidson using a scan tool. |
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Honda® |
Braking System |
Honda® Brake Service |
Need to replace brake pads? Your diagnostic tool with the latest software has brake pad coverage for 2003 and newer Honda vehicles. |
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Hyundai® |
Key FOB Prog. |
Hyundai® Key Reprogramming |
Car doesn't start because the key doesn't work? Reprogram the key with the latest Snap-on Software |
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Hyundai® |
ADAS |
Hyundai® Blind Spot Detection System Calibration |
Many modern vehicles have built-in enhanced safety systems, such as blind spot detection. When you do any work on these systems, a reset or recalibration needs to be done. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a reset on the Hyundai® Blind Spot Detection system using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai® Santa Fe. |
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Hyundai® |
Occupant Detection System |
Hyundai® Occupant Detection System Reset |
Most modern vehicles have a built-in Occupant Detection System. When you do any work on these systems, a reset or a recalibration needs to be done. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a reset on the Hyundai® PODS system using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2014 Hyundai® Santa Fe. |
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Hyundai® |
DC Voltage Test |
Hyundai DC Voltage Test |
Need to do a DC Voltage Test? Find the fault quickly and get on with the fix. Learn how in less than 60 seconds. |
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Mercedes-Benz® |
Nox Sensor |
Mercedes® Sprinter NOx Sensor Reset Diagnostic |
Finish the job quickly and confidently using your Snap-on diagnostic tool with the latest software. Automation, plus valuable tips and procedures makes this reset unbelievably fast and simple. |
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MINI® |
Battery Monitor System |
MINI® Battery Relearn v3 |
Have you ever had to replace a battery on a MINI® or BMW®, only to find out that the vehicle was not charging properly afterwards? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to relearn the system after a battery replacement using a scan tool. |
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Nissan® |
Reprogramming |
Nissan® VIN Registration |
Replacing an ECM? In less than 60 seconds this video shows you how to program the VIN into the replacement ECM to ensure the engine starts. |
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Toyota® |
Data Freeze Frame |
Toyota® Multiple Freeze Frame |
Having more information is never a bad thing when diagnosing a vehicle. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows how to view multiple freeze frame points on Toyota vehicles using the multiple freeze frame feature. |
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Toyota® |
Transmission |
Toyota® Transmission Compensation Coding |
From fuel injectors to transmissions, many parts on newer cars need be to coded to the vehicle in order to complete a repair, don't they? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a transmission coding procedure on a Toyota® RAV 4 using a scan tool. | Vehicle: 2015 Toyota® RAV 4. |
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Toyota® |
EVAP |
Toyota EVAP Test |
Many EVAP system problems can be difficult to test on some vehicles due to how the system is set up. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to force an EVAP System test on late-model Toyota vehicles using a scan tool. |
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Toyota® |
Troubleshooter Tips |
The Power of Troubleshooter Tips |
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Having a hard time with hybrid vehicles? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use the built-in Troubleshooter tips to fix a no-start condition. 2006 Toyota® Prius |
VW® / Audi® |
Flexible Service Reset |
VW® / Audi® Flexible Service Reset |
Having a hard time resetting a service light on a VW® or Audi® vehicle? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use VW®/ Audi's® Flexible Service Reset function. |
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General Information |
Air Fuel Ratio Sensor (AFR) |
Air Fuel Ratio Sensor Test Diagnostic |
Modern Air/Fuel Ratio Sensors can be difficult to test and inspect. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to test and inspect an A/F sensor using a scan tool. |
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General Information |
Cam / Crank Sensors |
Multi Channel Cam Crank Correlation |
Have you ever run into a situation where you needed to check a vehicle’s timing quickly and easily? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to check timing using a lab scope and performing a multi-channel cam/crank correlation test. |
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General Information |
Networks - CAN Bus |
CAN Bus Diagnostics |
Having a hard time diagnosing a no communication or vehicle network issue? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to locate the source of the problem, using a lab scope to check the CAN network system. |
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General Information |
Networks - Flex Ray Bus |
Flex Ray Bus Diagnostics Quick Tip | Training Solutions® |
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Having a hard time diagnosing a no communication or vehicle network issue? There are many different types of networks in modern vehicles. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use a lab scope to check the Flex Ray bus network system. |
General Information |
Networks - Ethernet |
What is Ethernet Access? |
Is Ethernet/DoIP communications a need for you? |
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General Information |
Charging System |
Alternator Ripple Test |
Having a hard time diagnosing vehicle electrical issues? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to make it easy, checking the alternator using the Alternator Ripple Test. |
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General Information |
Electronic Throttle Control System |
Electronic Throttle Control System Diagnostics |
Electronic Throttle Control systems on newer cars can be tough to diagnose if you don’t know what to look for. In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to check the sensors on Electronic Throttle Control systems using a lab scope. |
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General Information |
Fuel System |
Fuel Pump Current Ramp Test |
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Having a hard time diagnosing a fuel delivery problem? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows how to quickly verify the condition of a fuel pump, using a lab scope and amp probe. |
General Information |
Fuel System |
Fuel Injector Voltage and Current Tests Quick Tip | Training Solutions® |
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Having a hard time diagnosing a faulty fuel injector? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows how to get a certain diagnosis using a lab scope to check both voltage and amperage. |
General Information |
Guided Component Tests (GCT) |
Top Level Menus Built-In Scope Training |
Not sure how to do a particular test with your lab scope? Did you know there are built-in training classes within a Snap-on lab scope? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to access the Top Level Menus inside the Guided Component Tests. |
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General Information |
Ignition System |
Ignition Coil Current and Voltage Comparison |
Having a hard time figuring out whether or not an ignition coil is bad? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to compare both the voltage and the current of an ignition coil to find a problem quickly. |
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General Information |
Ignition System |
COP Ignition Test Diagnostic |
There are many different options out there for testing vehicles with Coil-On-Plug ignition systems, aren't there? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to set up and use the universal flag pickups. |
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General Information |
Ignition System |
Ignition Coil Primary Voltage Test |
Having a hard time figuring out whether or not an ignition coil is bad? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to perform a primary side voltage test to quickly test a coil. |
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General Information |
OBD-II Global |
OBD-II Mode 10 Permanent Codes |
Have you ever had a vehicle come into the shop with an issue, only to find out that any codes were cleared somewhere else? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to find those cleared codes using OBD-II mode 10. |
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General Information |
Oil Service System |
Oil Specs & Service Light Resets |
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An oil change is probably the most common task in a shop, but how much time is spent looking up fluid capacities and specs? Then once the oil change is done, how do you reset the maintenance light? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows |
General Information |
Relative Compression Test |
Relative Compression Test |
Having a hard time diagnosing misfires due to a compression issue? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to find the problem cylinder using a lab scope and amp probe to perform a Relative Compression Test. |
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General Information |
Scope / Meter Functions |
Dual Screen Diagnostics Scanner vs Scope |
Would you like an easy way to see how a component's scope pattern compares to processed scanner data at the same time? In this Diagnostic Quick Tip, National Field Trainer Jason Gabrenas shows you how to use the multi window functions on a VERUS® PRO to make that happen. |
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General Information |
ShopStream Connect™ (SSC) |
ShopStream Connect™ Software Updates |
ShopStream Connect is a Windows®-based Snap-on software application that helps keep you and your diagnostic tool productive and profitable every day. |
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General Information |
ShopStream Connect™ (SSC) |
ShopStream Connect™ Data Manipulation |
ShopStream Connect is a Windows®-based Snap-on software application that helps keep you and your diagnostic tool productive and profitable every day. |
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General Information |
ShopStream Connect™ (SSC) |
Installing Software with ShopStream Connect |
Watch this 1 minute video to see how easy it is to perform a software upgrade for your subscribed APOLLO-D8™, TRITON-D8®, MODIS™, SOLUS™, P1000™ or ETHOS® using ShopStream Connect™. |