How does this Brake Fluid Tester work?
1726090
turn the tester on place prong in the brake fluid reserivor read moisture per instructions. reads the amount of moisture in your brake line.something not everybody does but dealers do recommend this. better than rust in your lines
1726091
This brake fluid tester accurately detected brake fluid that needed flushing. It is easy to use. Dip the probes in the brake fluid and watch which LED lights up. The red LEDs turned green after I replaced the contaminated fluid. The tester is made in Taiwan--better quality than made in China. This tester quickly became an important addition to my tool chest.
2105641
From what I've been able to ascertain, this tester is meant to be used for non-powered testing. It can only test to make sure a CABLE is wired correctly. Especially important in long runs. A very simple tester, which will tell you whether the cable has a short, an open, a miswire or if it is wired correctly. It won't tell you where the fault is. If the fault is at the connector end, well, that's usually fairly easy to fix. Replace the connector. If it isn't, then that is going to require some more expensive equipment (TDR, or equivalent). Sorry for the long-winded answer, but I felt it would be better than some terse monosyllabic response. From what I've been able to ascertain, this tester is meant to be used for non-powered testing. It can only test to make sure a CABLE is wired correctly. Especially important in long runs. A very simple tester, which will tell you whether the cable has a short, an open, a miswire or if it is wired correctly. It won't tell you where the fault is. If the fault is at the connector end, well, that's usually fairly easy to fix. Replace the connector. If it isn't, then that is going to require some more expensive equipment (TDR, or equivalent). Sorry for the long-winded answer, but I felt it... » Read More From what I've been able to ascertain, this tester is meant to be used for non-powered testing. It can only test to make sure a CABLE is wired correctly. Especially important in long runs. A very simple tester, which will tell you whether the cable has a short, an open, a miswire or if it is wired correctly. It won't tell you where the fault is. If the fault is at the connector end, well, that's usually fairly easy to fix. Replace the connector. If it isn't, then that is going to require some more expensive equipment (TDR, or equivalent). Sorry for the long-winded answer, but I felt it would be better than some terse monosyllabic response. « Show Less
994076
If you don't want to fill up the tank and deal with cleaning it you can just fill your brake reservoir to the top and put the cap from the pump on to pressurize the system. You just have to be careful when doing this to make sure that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir and that you don't drain it down and introduce air into the system when bleeding. It's best to have partner looking at the reservoir when bleeding if you do this in case it does get low. I bled my clutch with this method and had no problems. Might be a stretch to a full brake job since you'd probably have to refill the reservoir after each caliper was bled. If you don't want to fill up the tank and deal with cleaning it you can just fill your brake reservoir to the top and put the cap from the pump on to pressurize the system. You just have to be careful when doing this to make sure that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir and that you don't drain it down and introduce air into the system when bleeding. It's best to have partner looking at the reservoir when bleeding if you do this in case it does get low. I bled my clutch with this method and had no problems. Might be a stretch to a full brake job since you'd probably have to refill the... » Read More If you don't want to fill up the tank and deal with cleaning it you can just fill your brake reservoir to the top and put the cap from the pump on to pressurize the system. You just have to be careful when doing this to make sure that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir and that you don't drain it down and introduce air into the system when bleeding. It's best to have partner looking at the reservoir when bleeding if you do this in case it does get low. I bled my clutch with this method and had no problems. Might be a stretch to a full brake job since you'd probably have to refill the reservoir after each caliper was bled. « Show Less
656720
I've used it on an LLY Duramax, and it worked great. It cannot read abs computers or airbag systems. It only relays basic data from the ecu through OBD II. With the software that comes with it or third party software you can read DTC's (diagnostic trouble codes) reset check engine lights and read real time sensor data. Like oxygen sensor voltage, baro/map sensor pressure, and fuel rail pressure exe all from your smartphone or laptop via bluetooth. You can also view emissions readiness monitors and each systems current condition either "not ready","ready","pass&quot;, or "fail". I've used it on an LLY Duramax, and it worked great. It cannot read abs computers or airbag systems. It only relays basic data from the ecu through OBD II. With the software that comes with it or third party software you can read DTC's (diagnostic trouble codes) reset check engine lights and read real time sensor data. Like oxygen sensor voltage, baro/map sensor pressure, and fuel rail pressure exe all from your smartphone or laptop via bluetooth. You can also view emissions readiness monitors and each systems current condition either "not... » Read More I've used it on an LLY Duramax, and it worked great. It cannot read abs computers or airbag systems. It only relays basic data from the ecu through OBD II. With the software that comes with it or third party software you can read DTC's (diagnostic trouble codes) reset check engine lights and read real time sensor data. Like oxygen sensor voltage, baro/map sensor pressure, and fuel rail pressure exe all from your smartphone or laptop via bluetooth. You can also view emissions readiness monitors and each systems current condition either "not ready","ready","pass&quot;, or "fail". « Show Less
95077
The manual states that the tester is powered by the PSU, however I would expect the load from this function to be trivial relative to load required to properly test the PSU. I am also interested in knowing whether or not this tester puts a substantial load on the PSU, and I could not find this information on the website.
659086
it tells you whats not working right.. trans, spark plugs, 02, there are codes for it.
1862543
Not sure, but it sounds like cable needs to be shortened slightly. This is usually done by adjusting the fittings where the cable attaches to the brake handle.
698311
This does NOT. Basically, all you get is what you see; the tank, tube and brake fluid reservoir cap. I purchased another product to collect fluid from the caliper bleed fitting. Look up "Genesis Cable Bleeder Bottle"
4126
Try google. Use the part number of the brake controller. Someone's downloaded it or try the manufacturer web site
1330951
I use brake cleaner in mine, there is slight leakage for me, try a different nozzle.
478872
It is basically a way to clean Mass Air Flow sensors without touching the delicate sensor.If it has a MAF sensor,it will clean it.The first time I used this on my pickup I was shocked at how much power it had.It runs better than it has since I bought it
1093719
It may not be a coded item on the system computer. The air suspension has micro switches that trigger the air pump to inflate the airbags to level the vehicle. Most of these systems develop leaks and cause the air pump to run all the time and trigger the check light.
1741160
It measures voltage and pulses/rpms on everything. I've tried it on 2 stroke snowmobile motors, 4 stroke tractor motors, car engines ect...it works on everything. I bought mine a few years ago and it still works just fine. I've been very happy with it...it does what it says it does accurately.
325110
It works just like your light switch in your house, except this device turns on and off the air flow through the 2 hoses, and it's controlled by the car's computer, it's that simple. Hence there is 1 electrical connector and 2 hoses connected to it. It's been working great, my Check Engine Light has been off since I installed this device. I hope this helps. Let me know if you need more explanation, I do simple maintenance on my cars, trying to save money from paying the shop to do it for simple matters.
668122
The brake has inertia sensors that apply the brakes as the coach slows.The brakes can also be applied manualy.
1299662
I don't know to be honest. There isn't anything in the tester to make a sound. It is basically a wire lightbulb and spring. When you ground one end and make positive contact with the other the light lights up. You can even hook it up in reverse and it will work the same. I know mine has no means of making a sound. Maybe you completed an circuit with the tester that made the vehicle beep. That is very possible.
1727842
It test the polarity etc. of a regular receptacle. It does not trip the breaker in the panel that feeds the receptacle. Hope this answers your question.