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AV-SCANNER guides

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Every guide behind the AV-SCANNER's Service Function, IMMO and Accessories apps, in one place. Read them online or download each one as a PDF for the workshop.

186Service functions
30IMMO and keys
69Accessories
SVC-097 · Cooling and climate

Coolant Bleeding With a Scan Tool

Run electric pumps and purge air from the system

Professional 45 to 90 minutes PDF
SVC-098 · Cooling and climate

Cooling System Pressure Test

Find coolant leaks before they cause overheating

Intermediate 45 to 90 minutes PDF
SVC-099 · Cooling and climate

Thermostat and Fan Diagnosis

Prove why an engine overheats or stays cold

Professional 90 to 150 minutes PDF
SVC-100 · Cooling and climate

Air Conditioning Performance Test

Check pressures and vent temperature readings

Intermediate 45 to 75 minutes PDF
SVC-101 · Cooling and climate

HVAC Flap Actuator Calibration

Relearn blend and mode doors after a battery change

Professional 60 to 120 minutes PDF
SVC-102 · Cooling and climate

Radiator and Hose Replacement

Replace cooling parts and refill properly

Intermediate 2 to 4 hours PDF
SVC-103 · Cooling and climate

Water Pump Diagnosis

Recognise and replace a failing water pump

Professional 3 to 6 hours PDF
SVC-104 · Cooling and climate

Head Gasket Diagnosis

Prove a head gasket failure before stripping the engine

Professional 90 to 150 minutes PDF
SVC-105 · Cooling and climate

Overheating Engine Diagnosis

Work methodically through an overheating engine

Professional 2 to 4 hours PDF
SVC-106 · Cooling and climate

Air Conditioning Recharge Safety

Understand refrigerants, leaks and legal limits

Professional 90 to 150 minutes PDF
SVC-107 · Cooling and climate

Heater Not Working Diagnosis

Find why the heater blows cold

Professional 90 to 150 minutes PDF
SVC-108 · Cooling and climate

Cabin Filter and Blower Service

Replace the filter and fix a dead blower

Intermediate 60 to 120 minutes PDF
SVC-250 · Cooling and climate

Coolant Selection and Replacement

Choose the right coolant and replace it safely

Intermediate 60 to 120 minutes PDF
SVC-251 · Cooling and climate

Radiator Fan Diagnosis

Test fan motors, relays and modules

Professional 60 to 120 minutes PDF
SVC-252 · Cooling and climate

Air Conditioning Compressor Diagnosis

Test clutch, pressures and compressor faults

Professional 90 to 150 minutes PDF
SVC-253 · Cooling and climate

Air Conditioning Bad Smell Treatment

Clear musty smells and blocked drains

Intermediate 90 to 150 minutes PDF

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