The glow of that check engine light could be a sign that you have a lot of issues that need to be fixed. It could be a simple fix that you could do yourself. If you don't know what the problem is first, you should take it to the dealer. You will be charged a lot for the scans. If you want to become your own second opinion, download the app and grab a home ODB2 scanning device. Right now, you can get some of the best car readers on the market.

You can take a picture of your car's health with the help of these easy to use readers. If you're looking for a simple and inexpensive item, go with the BAFX reader, it will work with any non- hybrid or electric car that was sold in the U.S. after 1996.

If you have more than one vehicle, you can use the FIXD Professional Scan tool to keep track of them all at the same time. Buying in bulk will save you money on the FIXD readers.

The BlueDriver LSB2 offers the most in-depth information on your vehicle and can even send repair reminders to your phone through its companion app.

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