AV-SCANNER guides
Accessory guides
The testers and workshop tools worth owning, and how to use them. Each guide is free to read here and to download as a branded PDF for the workshop.
Valve Spring Compressor
Service valves safely
Engine Hoist and Stand
Lift and support an engine safely
Piston Ring Compressor
Fit pistons without damaging rings
TPMS Activation Tool
Wake sensors and read their IDs
Tyre Pressure Gauge
Choose an accurate gauge and read it properly
Brake Bleeder Kit
Bleed brakes alone with vacuum or pressure
Brake Fluid Tester
Check moisture content and know its limits
Coolant Pressure Tester
Pressure test radiators, hoses and caps
Coolant Refractometer
Measure antifreeze strength accurately
Tyre Inflator
Choose and use a portable inflator
Tyre Tread Depth Gauge
Measure tread and judge wear
Tyre Repair Kit
Know what can be repaired and how far to drive
Car Jack and Axle Stands
Lift a vehicle safely
Brake Pad Spreader and Caliper Tool
Retract pistons without damage
Air Conditioning Manifold Gauges
Read system pressures safely
Wheel Alignment Gauge
Check toe and camber at home
Lug Nut Torque Stick and Breaker Bar
Remove and tighten wheel nuts correctly
Ball Joint Separator
Separate joints without damaging boots
Coil Spring Compressor
Use spring compressors safely
Coolant Funnel Kit
Refill coolant without trapping air
Creeper and Workshop Lighting
Work under a car comfortably and see clearly
Use them with the AV-SCANNER
Look up a fault code, run a local diagnosis and open the right guide from the reader's own menus.
