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Author archives: Pico

Pico

Website: http://www.picoauto.com

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    Spark output

    Case study of a 1995 Camaro that has difficulty starting at times.
    April
    20
    2017

    Pico’s Can Test Box

    Pico’s Can Test Box in action on a GM class II bus.
    April
    15
    2017

    Operation and testing coil over plug ignition (4 wire) – Toyota/Lexus

    This case study is perfect for anyone interested in the working details of Toyota/Lexus coil over plug ignition system, and the very similar three-wire designs used by many other manufacturers. We spend a lot of time with the Pico on this one, but don’t forget the other basic checks I discuss, including the spark output, …
    April
    10
    2017

    How to check for a jumped timing chain or belt

    The method of timing verification shown in this video can be used on any car. Even on old school, non-computer controlled systems. I am also showing in this video how to properly align the timing chains on a 2003 Suzuki Aerio 2.0
    March
    30
    2017

    Mick Jones Secondary Analysis

    Secondary ignition analysis by Mick Jones, a veteran PicoScope Diagnostician. This video demonstrates the power of PicoScope, along with some of the advanced features.
    March
    25
    2017

    How to test an idle air control valve (IAC) using a Picoscope – Ford

    How to test an idle control valve (2-wire solenoid type) using a lab scope. This video is for Automotive Picoscope users, but no matter what type of scope you have, the information contained in this video will help. Even if you do not have a scope, you can still follow this material and measure IAC …
    March
    20
    2017

    Air Mass Meter Evaluation

    This video shows how PicoScope can be used to evaluate an air mass meter. First a good air mass meter on a Ford Mondeo 2.0 is tested, then an air leak is simulated to show the effect on the air mass meter and the performance of the engine.
    March
    15
    2017

    PicoScope: Common Funtions Tip Clip

    from LBT-215 with John Thornton This video clip will walk you through some of the common funtions of the PicoScope
    March
    10
    2017

    Scope Sampling

    An illustration of how changing recorded samples from a scope changes the waveform displayed
    March
    5
    2017

    How to test a MAF sensor using a Picoscope – GM

    In this video I will show you how to test a GM 3-wire MAF sensor using a lab scope. GM uses a frequency or digital type of sensor which will produce signals ranging from 2000 to 10000 Hertz (cycles per second). I will also show you how to identify and clean a dirty MAF sensor.
    February
    28
    2017