Diagnostic Tools
Tools & Upgrades - Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
These tools should probably be first on your list after the Tablet. They will help you diagnose many different problems quickly and easily. The results do vary depending on the vehicle and the tool in question. The OBD Scanner is one that is of more limited usage than the others, as many vehicles are not equipped with this feature.
Check out the screenshots below for examples of the parts with which the various Examination Tools are able to diagnose trouble. Keep in mind that some of the results are vehicle dependent.
The Test Drive is quite helpful for diagnosing many problems, and it is the only actual test that you have at the start of the game. Simply click on one of the big bay doors for the garage and you'll get the option to leave the garage. Just select the Old Factory Test Track. Then the vehicle you wish to take for a spin. Keep in mind that if the engine is a major issue you may not be able to test drive the vehicle.
The Test Path is quite useful for finding some steering and suspension problems. It also tests many brake components. Keep in mind that examining brake parts under the hood before stripping the tires to take a look the other brake parts is probably faster than using the Test Path. Not to mention you'll be pulling some or all of those wheels anyways.
Keep in mind that the Test Path doesn't cost any upgrade points, but it does cost $5,000 and you need 2,500xp.
Test Drive Results
Test Drives can provide details regarding many parts on a vehicle in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. Keep in mind that the parts covered can vary by vehicle and that the vehicle must have a running engine.
Path Test Results
As you can see the Path Test covers a wide range of parts in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. As with all tests, the parts covered vary by vehicle. You can expect details on brakes, suspension, and running gear components.
OBD Reader/Scanner Results
The OBD Reader/Scanner is quite useful, but many of the results it produces in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 can be achieved using other tests. Keep in mind that many vehicles do not support the use of these tools.
Compression Test Results
The compression tester is quite useful in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 as it can provide information on parts such as pistons that would otherwise require an invasive visual inspection.
Electronic Meter Results
The Electronic Meter is a testing tool of somewhat limited value in Car Mechanic Simulator 2015. Most of the results that it provides can be easily achieved with a simple visual inspection.
