Auto Diagnostics for a Palm PDA

The newly updated Palm OS-based generic OBD II scan tool from Auterra now has improved graphing, record/playback and support for color handhelds. Users can now diagnose vehicle problems with this Personal Digital Assistant and even some Palm-equipped cell phones. Software upgrades are free and easy to install by visiting www.auterraweb.com. Major features include:

• Support for all 1996 and later OBD II-compliant domestic, European and Asian vehicles.
• PWM, VPM, ISO and Keyword 2000 protocols are also supported.
• Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
• On-line DTC description databases offer enhanced and generic definitions for most vehicles.
• Turning off the vehicle's Check Engine or Service Engine Soon lights.
• Read and clear freeze frame data.
• Two types of color graph screens that monitor 2 PIDs at the same time.
• Graphically zoom in/out and pan right/left/up/down within a virtual trace buffer.
• 3 types of meter screens including 2 bar graphs.
• View up to 5 PIDs at the same time with variable sampling rates.
• Record and playback live sensor data streams.
• Upload recordings to a PC for further analysis.
• O2 sensor monitoring and on-board test results.
• Metric and English units of measure.
• I/M readiness.
• 1-year warranty.