All cars manufactured in 1996 and later have an OBD-II port, which is usually located under the dashboard on the driver's side. The Fixd ($59.99 at Amazon) is a smallish device, measuring 1.9 by 1.6 by 0.8 inches (HWD), that plugs into your automobile's On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) port, which grants access to the car's computerized self diagnostic system. It's easy to use and did a good job of diagnosing problems in our tests, though every so often it had trouble connecting to the Fixd network. This neat little accessory scans your car's computer system for error codes, and delivers a diagnosis, in layman's terms, via a mobile app, so you can either try to make the necessary repairs yourself or at least know what to expect before you bring the car to a mechanic. Fixd ($59.99) is a small sensor that plugs into your car's OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) port. A check engine light can mean serious engine trouble, such as a misfire that can cause extensive and expensive damage if not resolved, or it might just mean you forgot to tighten your gas cap after your last top-off.
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