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Search Auto Parts Search Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out? Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive World>> Car Care Tips obdvip New User Oct 7, 2014, 7:02 PM Post #1 of 5 (4649 views)      Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out?   My '96 Altima has a dead battery. I don't know if it's a bad battery (it's only 25 months old) or the alternator, because it died really suddenly with no warning whatsoever. Really strange. It took me to the store, but wouldn't take me home again until AAA gave me a jump. Anyway, someone told me that one of the auto parts supply stores will loan out those little diagnostic computer readers that plug into the car's computer and interpret error codes, but I can't find any information online that tells me which auto parts supply store will do that. Anyone know? ______________________ link deleted. Contact admin for permission to use link {{Removed another hyperlink in this also}} (This post was edited by Tom Greenleaf on Oct 7, 2014, 8:02 PM) Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 7, 2014, 7:17 PM Post #2 of 5 (4636 views)      Re: Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out?   You need to have the auto parts store of your choice test your battery. As for loaning out tools, call a couple of stores in your area and ask. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Oct 7, 2014, 8:27 PM Post #3 of 5 (4623 views)      Re: Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out?   OP - Why do you need to loan tools for a battery test? As DS just said many outlets do this for free anyway. You can tell tons with just a voltmeter AFTER you charge it and put a load on it yourself if even just leaving headlights on or watch voltage drop while cranking as great clues. Batteries don't like going low even if charged up never mind jumping one and let alternator glow in the dark trying to charge one you'll need both. Alternator working too hard and fast charging of a battery are NG for either. Owning the basic stuff isn't that expensive for that. Code reading is free at many parts outlets so unless none anywhere near you why even bother owning one never mind the expense? T juncker User Mar 16, 2015, 6:04 PM Post #4 of 5 (2970 views)      Re: Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out?   I think you just need to borrow a multimeter to see the read out of your electric current from your alternator going to your battery. Its either the battery or the alternator that is the culprit. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Mar 16, 2015, 6:16 PM Post #5 of 5 (2967 views)      Re: Which auto parts store will loan diagnostic tools out?   This thread is 6 months old. Please don't respond to old threads ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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