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Connect the Scanner to the OBD-II Port

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How to diagnose your check engine light

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Once you have the scanner, locate your vehicle's OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics II) port. This port is typically found under the dashboard on the driver's side, often near the steering column or above the foot pedals. It is a trapezoidal 16-pin connector. Plug the diagnostic scanner's cable firmly into this port.

Goal: Locate your vehicle's OBD-II port and securely connect the diagnostic scanner's cable to it. This port is the interface for communication between the scanner and the vehicle's computer.

Tools and materials

  • Handheld Diagnostic Scanner
  • Vehicle OBD-II Port

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