We have not been able to publish an article on the testing of this OBD2 scanner for a long time. I was driving an Opel, while the scanner firmware does not support European car makes, such as Opel, Renault, Citroen, Peugeot. That is why we had to delay the testing of this scanner for a while.

Now that I have bought a Volkswagen Touareg, I can test this device properly. I must say first, it analyzes many parameters of a vehicle, therefore, my review will not cover all of them.

What INNOVA 5610 Pro Scanner Can Do

The first thing that positively impresses is the screen size. It is really large. You can clearly see all the elements displayed on the screen, even in the dark. That said, navigation is simple and intuitive.

Errors

All motorists want to understand these error codes popping up on the gauge panel, what they mean and how to cancel these alarms. This scanner can do that. It can read all error codes, decode them and even reset alarms of these errors. Of course, if you do not fix the malfunction, the alarms will come out again.

There were no errors in my car, so I cannot visually demonstrate how this function works. But take my word for it, the scanner has this function. And it is very cool.

If the error code detected by the scanner does not allow you to easily understand which particular system or sensor is malfunctioning, for more advanced mechanics, this scanner will show all the parameters of the engine operation: air temperature and volume, an output voltage of the sensors and much more. Using these parameters, experienced specialists will understand which system or engine sensor is malfunctioning.

Determining the transmission fluid temperature

The next thing I have found was the measurement of the transmission fluid temperature. This is an important parameter, especially when you have an automatic gearbox. This may be useful when transmission-related errors light up. Then you can check the fluid temperature.

If the fluid temperature exceeds 95 degrees Celsius after relaxed driving, this may indicate the following malfunctions: the automatic transmission radiator is clogged, the fluid level is above or below normal, the transmission fluid has not been changed for a long time.

If you want to change the transmission fluid yourself, the temperature control will also be useful to you. There are a plethora of instructions for replacing the oil with your own hands freely available on the internet. All of them say that the fluid should be heated to a certain temperature. So this function in the scanner will help you to accurately determine the heating point of the transmission fluid.

ABS system diagnosis

The next interesting feature is the ABS system diagnosis. This is an essential system responsible for road safety. It prevents the wheels from locking during abrupt and heavy braking.

With this scanner, you can test the current state of your vehicle’s system. If you want to change the brake fluid in your car yourself, then, you can use the scanner to test the system after the replacement. There is a detailed instruction on how to do that.

Scanning for other errors: airbags, battery

The scanner can also test all airbags. Determine their availability and serviceability of the sensors. Show the history of the airbag deployment.

The next function is the testing of the vehicle’s battery. The scanner allows for determining the current state of the battery, its residual charge, and onload operation.

In addition to conventional batteries, the scanner can also test battery performance in hybrid vehicles and electromobiles. This is very useful as such vehicles come with a more sophisticated and expensive accumulator system. Therefore, timely troubleshooting will help you to save a lot of money.

Verdict: OBD INNOVA 5610 Pro scanner has a very large functionality. It is well suited for both simple tests by a regular driver and the in-depth diagnosis of a vehicle in a repair shop.

While carrying out simple diagnostics, you can detect most of your vehicle’s malfunctions yourself, saving a lot of money. In case you fail to identify fault using this scanner, I recommend contacting a service center.

Where to buy? Price INNOVA 5610 Pro - $329.99 on INNOVA official website.

What is INNOVA and its RepairSolutions2 app?

Last but not least, I would like to draw your attention to the brand and its services. Innova Electronics Corporation is headquartered in Irvine, California, with production facilities located not only in the US but also in Canada. Today, the company is a leading supplier of high-quality and innovative diagnostic equipment for the automotive aftermarket. Besides scanners, it offers the RepairSolutions2 app that will allow you to get a more accurate, custom-tailored, and verified troubleshooting information. Download this application for free and you will get detailed diagnostic reports on your smartphone. The app will also help you to select and buy parts of the right quality from online stores.

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