Autel Powerscan PS100 Diagnostic Circuit Tester Review In 2021

 

Autel PowerScan PS100 is an electrical tester, said to be reducing diagnostic time in all 6-30volt vehicle electrical systems. Is it worth to buy or not? The reviews from customers may help to make a decision.

 

*Andy Larson Review

Autel PS100 is a little bigger than the power probe, but very handy. It is easy to see if you have signal or not. It is very helpful when working alone and you can’t see the tester, but can hear it. Did work easily and professional. The tool do not disappoint.

 

*Brian Hanshaw Review

I like PS100 than my power probe, it is very easy to use, it looks bulky but fits in your hand comfortable. Very efficient! It has quickly become my go-to diagnostic tool. Much handier than I imaged.

*Jiix Review

I am familiar with Autel, that’s why I bought PS100. Having an overheating issue, I was able to power up the fans independently of the vehicle after unboxing. PS100 tool saved me from just throwing parts at the issue. Easy to use with great price.

 

*Vincent Bucy Review

The wires of Autel PowerScan PS100 are very long to reach the back of a vehicle, and with extension it will reach a truck. It is the kind of tool you bought to last 25 years. It is very useful for doing quick roadside diagnostics. Almost a clone of the Sealey version, but easier to do.

 

*William Villanueva Review

I’d like to use PS100 probe as a power source. I was able to check fuses and circuits without having to change the plugs as other circuit testers. It is very convenient for automotive use. Absolutely worth every penny.

 

*Julie Galbraith Review

If you work on a vehicle, Autel PS100 is a must-tool. It makes diagnosis much quicker and easier. Extention lead long enough to reach the rear. A little bit light, but really a good probe kit. Do what it should.

*Joseph B. Review

I am a DIY mechanic, thanks to Autel, pricing on this tool PS100 has become attainable for average Joes like me. It has made finding faulty wiring so much easier and faster. It’s definitely a time saver!

 

More reviews about Autel PS100 Diagnotic Circuit Tester to be collected...

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How-to: BMW 530D DPF Forced Regeneration via Autel MaxiCOM MK808

 Car model and year:  BMW 530D 2014
Purpose: To do DPF regeneration with a diagnostic scan tool
The tool used: Autel MaxiCOM MK808

Procedure

Connect MK808 with BMW OBD2 port, press
Service >> DPF SCR aftertreatment >> BMW >> Automatic selection >> Read >> OK >> Yes






Hot functions >> Diesel particulate filter: request regeneration >> Continue

Note: owner-perceived problems such as lack of power or delayed engine response may be caused by a clogged Diesel Particulate Filter(DPF).
It is recommended to perform a regeneration run.

Evaluation of the fault memory completed.
Service function is automatically continued.
Please wait...



An attempt is made to regenerate the particulate filter in the test steps below.
Therefore, a regeneration is requested in the Digital Diesel Electronics(DDE) control unit.

Important:
The tank must contain a minimum of 10L fuel for the steps below.
Press “Continue”.

Important:
The particulate filter can be regenerated only by driving the vehicle.
Time required: about 45 min
Driving profile: drive with moderation.
Press “Continue”.

Press “F1” to request regeneration.

In the next step, regeneration is requested by setting a certain value in the Digital Diesel Electronics(DDE) control unit.
Please wait...





Regeneration was successfully requested in the Digital Diesel Electronics(DDE) control unit.
Press “Continue”.

Turn the ignition off, press “Continue”.

Continue this procedure when the next message appears.
It will now take about 30s until the Service function can be continued.
Please wait...

For your information
If the DPF is heavily blocked with soot, it is possible that the regeneration may be blocked again or not enabled after a brief driving.
In this case, it is necessary to regenerate the DPF by driving on a motorway/trunk road for about 30 min at a speed as constant as possible.
Then repeat the service function DPF regeneration.
Press “Continue”.




The current regeneration status is shown in the step below.
The statuses below can be observed with this display:
- Regeneration enabled or disabled.
- Regeneration active or inactive.
Press “Continue”.

Current regeneration status:
- Regeneration enabled.
- Regeneration active.
Note: this status is cyclically monitored.
Press “Continue” to exit display.



Done!
Here we go to see the DPF soot mass value in live data, they are continuous reducing during the period of driving.



Using Autel MK808 Scan Tool to do DPF regeneration for BMW 530D 2014 was successful!

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How do I fix code Dodge P0456 With Autel AL619?

Q:Does P0456 clear itself?
A:This code can take quite a while to go away on its own. The car has to run the drive cycles at least twice before the code will clear on it's own. You should have the code cleared, then drive the car to see if it comes back on. It would be the quickest way to determine if the gas cap was actually the problem.
Here, Auteldiag.com recommends you to use a cheap obd2 code reader to erase the fault code.

Take a example： 

Problem
There was a yellow check engine light coming on the Dodge RAM 1500 2012, so I wanna use the Autel AutoLink AL619 code reader to find its reason.


Read Codes
Firstly, plug the cable into OBD2 port to connect with Autel AL619, it is underneath the dash on the driver’s side.

Put the key into ignition, turn it to ON position, do not need to start it.

Press “OBDII/EOBD”.
It is showing the MIL status is on which means the check engine light is on. And it did find one code.



OK >> Read codes >> Stored codes
It is showing one P0456 fault code: Evaporative emission system leak detected (very small leak).

Go back to see the “Pending codes” & “Permanent codes”, it is showing the same code. So that’s why caused the check engine light to stay on.






Reason
In the case of an evaporative emissions, evaporating actually just taking the evaporated fuel from the tank & the fuel system. In general, instead of just venting it off into the atmosphere, it draws it back into the engine and then burns off those emissions as opposed to, sending it off into the environment. It is a closed-loop system, so any leaks in that system will cause a check engine light and will not necessarily affect the performance of the vehicle. But it will certainly be a troublesome code that you should deal with.

It is a very small leak, but I had to fix this problem.

Solution
Go to the gas tank filler to rotate the gas cap, it’ll probably fix the problem. I had this problem about 10 thousand kilometers ago, so over time the gasket in the gas cap can start failing. Not per seal is very well and prevents that tight seal from existing. So when you’re filling after a fuel always make sure your gas pump is good and tight. Rotate it for a couple clicks to make it tight.

If this problem goes away and it doesn’t come back for a while. I’m gonna just call it human error, that’s because I didn’t have my gas cap tight enough or at some point I may have to buy another gas cap. You can even see it says”A loose cap may turn on service or check engine light” on the gas cap.





Clear Codes
Now let’s go back to clear the codes, hopefully it doesn’t come back again.
Erase codes >> Yes
Erase done!



Now I‘m gonna turn the key off, and start it up. Alright, no check engine light.

Let’s go back to the Autel AL619, press “OBDII/EOBD” to diagnose again...

Okay, so you can see now, it says 0 codes found, and the MIL status is OFF.

Problem was solved.

This is using Autel AL619 Scan Tool to diagnose & solve check engine light problem for a Dodge RAM 1500 2012.

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