How to Choose the Right Scan Tool for You!
Diagnostic equipment is like anything else: the more you know about the market and what’s on offer, the better your purchasing decisions will be. Commercial truck scan tools vary widely in everything from price to capabilities. The more you know about the differences, the easier it is to choose a tool that meets your needs. […]
Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Diagnostic Scan Tool?
When you’re ready to buy a new scan tool for your heavy-duty truck, you have to factor in your needs, your budget, the size of your operation and how you’ll use the tool. If your check engine light comes on during a trip, a scan tool can tell you whether to call an emergency mechanic […]
Electric APUs and Their Batteries: The Lithium Lowdown
A good sleeper cab aims to fit the key components of a kitchen, bedroom and living room into a space 1/10th the size of a studio apartment. Over time, truck manufacturers have come up with a number of ingenious ways to increase driver comfort by maximizing storage space and interior design. Beyond layout differences, there […]
Lithium Batteries Help Competitive Fishermen Score the Biggest Catch
In a lake fishing contest, there’s a lot of competition for the best spots! Any kind of advantage can make the difference between catching the biggest haul and going home empty-handed. One way to give yourself an edge is by switching to deep-discharge lithium batteries to power your trolling motor and other electronic components. There […]
What is an EGR Cooler and Why Do We Need Them?
EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) became part of the emissions control system in heavy-duty trucks as early as 2002. This part recycles exhaust gas through the EGR cooler and back into the engine’s cylinders to burn with the new fuel. The aim of the EGR is to cut your emissions by burning exhaust more thoroughly and […]
Technical Tips for DEF Headers
As diesel engines and their associated systems develop, they also become more complicated. This creates a constant learning curve for truck drivers and mechanics alike! The newly introduced DEF header is a prime example of this. The DEF header is also known as the DEF head, DEF level sender and DEF sending unit. We decided […]
The Heavy-Duty Parts Report Explores the Diesel Decoder
Roadwarrior and Diesel Laptops’ collaborative project the Diesel Decoder was recently featured on The Heavy-Duty Parts Report! HDPR’s host Jamie Irvine interviewed the Senior Vice President of Diesel Laptops and the Sales Director of Roadwarrior about the Diesel Decoder and how it could benefit the average truck driver. The interview took place at the annual […]
OBD Scan Tools and Code Readers: Everything You Need to Know
As truck manufacture and design develops, heavy-duty trucks have become more and more computerized. When working on post-2010 trucks, mechanics usually start by scanning for fault codes with a scan tool, or OBD scanner. But these tools aren’t just useful for mechanics. Whether you’re an owner-operator interested in DIY truck repairs, or a driver wanting […]
Diesel Decoder Interview With Trucking Expert Max Goulet
Max Goulet runs the regular feature La Minute à Max (Max’s Minute). In it, he explores ways to repair and replace broken HD truck parts and interviews industry experts on new product releases. In his latest video, Max interviewed Roadwarrior’s Sales Director Dave Jerman about our new fault code diagnostic tool! The Diesel Decoder is […]
NOx Sensors: A Breakdown to Help You Avoid Breakdowns
What is a NOx Sensor? NOx sensors are exactly what they sound like—sensors that detect NOx (harmful nitrogen oxide particles) in your truck’s exhaust stream. They’re a small but important part of a diesel aftertreatment system. What does a NOx sensor do in a commercial truck? There are two NOx sensors in an HD truck’s […]
