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VW Audi SFD Unlock Procedure

VW Audi SFD Unlock Procedure Beginning in 2020 with MQB EVO and MEB vehicles, VW Audi secured their diagnostic connector data. To access the data we normally would by simply plugging in, an SFD unlock procedure is now required. SFD is VW’s Vehicle Diagnostic Protection or (Schutz Fahrzeug Diagnose). SFD is designed

By |2025-01-03T08:11:23-06:00January 3rd, 2025|Featured, Technical Info|0 Comments

Mercedes Benz 7G Electrics (conductor) Plate Replacing – Part 2 of 4 | 7G ECU Electrics Plate

In this article and video we will be replacing the electrics (conductor) plate on the 7G transmission. See how to remove it for rebuild or replacement. See parts 3 - 4 for the remainder of the procedure Reviewing the replacement part, you can see that only the ECU and connector will be

By |2021-11-03T07:12:13-05:00November 2nd, 2021|Technical Info|0 Comments

Mercedes-Benz 7G Transmission Removing Valve Body – Part 1 of 4 | 7G ECU Electrics Plate

In this article and video we will be removing the valve body on the 7G transmission. See how to remove it for rebuild, repair or replacement. See parts 2 - 4 for the remainder of the procedure. Mercedes-Benz 722.9 transmissions, also known as the 7G tronic, have been in production from model year 2003

By |2021-11-02T14:03:39-05:00November 2nd, 2021|Technical Info|0 Comments

iSCAN’s Sprinter software – what’s great about it!

Sprinters vehicles are becoming increasingly popular for delivery, fleet and commercial applications. These vehicles can accumulate miles quickly and oftentimes exceed factory warranty coverage while still in use with the original owner. This means your aftermarket repair facility will have the opportunity to perform services normally reserved for the dealer. iSCAN’s Sprinter diagnostic software

By |2021-07-29T11:04:13-05:00July 29th, 2021|Featured, News|0 Comments

iSCAN’s Mercedes-Benz coding software – what’s great about it!

iSCAN Mercedes Benz coding & programming software offers a fast, reliable, WiFi based option to code & program existing and replacement modules on certain Mercedes Benz vehicles. Coverage includes many of the common failure items such as 722.9 transmission, some variants of ME (motor electronics), many variants of the braking system (ABS/ABR/ESP), body modules

By |2021-07-29T09:46:02-05:00July 29th, 2021|Featured, News|0 Comments

Automotive Catalytic Converters – a Primer

Automobiles have come equipped with catalytic converters since the mid-1970s. If you’ve been working on cars old or modern, catalysts or “cats” are quite familiar. These devices, installed in the exhaust stream of internal combustion engines, are designed to convert harmful vehicle tailpipe emissions to safer substances. Depending on engine configuration, a manufacturer may

By |2020-12-30T09:17:54-06:00December 30th, 2020|Technical Info|0 Comments

How To Reset the Service Reminder Interval (SRI) on Porsche Cars and SUVs

After performing regular maintenance on any vehicle, you’ll want to reset the service indicator in the instrument panel. Today we are highlighting the service reminder interval reset on a 2018 Porsche Panamera 4. Before beginning the procedure, confirm time and date in vehicle matches the diagnostic tester

By |2020-12-30T11:43:13-06:00August 24th, 2020|Videos|0 Comments

How to Perform a Battery Reset on Porsche cars and SUVs

After replacing a battery in modern Porsche vehicles, it is important to perform the battery reset adaption to clear learned values from the previous battery. This will allow the charging strategy of the vehicle to reset to a new, fresh battery. In this example, we will be working with our iSCAN SF and a

By |2020-12-30T12:36:26-06:00August 24th, 2020|Videos|0 Comments

iSCAN’s BMW Diagnostic Software – What’s Great About It!

iSCAN SF brings you BMW diagnostic software functions and advanced functions that keep you ahead of the curve. Whether reading / clearing fault codes, diagnosing using live data stream or performing advanced functions like adaptations. coding or programming, iSCAN has you covered. Diagnostic Software Functions Read & Clear

By |2020-11-12T10:45:35-06:00August 24th, 2020|Software Updates|0 Comments

Porsche Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Adjustment & Calibration

When servicing or replacing rear brake rotors or electronic parking brake linings on modern Porsches, the parking brake lining gap will have to be adjusted and calibrated. If replacing ONLY the rear brake pads, normally you do not need to perform this procedure. Some Porsche technicians prefer to avoid this procedure unless absolutely necessary,

By |2020-11-12T09:33:03-06:00August 21st, 2020|Videos|0 Comments
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