Ivan, I feel like I'm in excellent company. I bought a Thinktool Pros last week! First thing I did was a cam/crank correlation. Nice. Still, it isn't cheap and I saved for years thinking Autel or Launch would get my money. I got wind of these at just the right time and liked the ruggedness and warranty. Knowing it's basically Launch software I pulled the trigger. I do all the work on 4 cars + a few others from time to time. Hoping the investment pays for itself in money and time saved. Can't tell you how grateful I am for your videos and other "elite" masters like you. You guys help make the world a better place. Thank you!!!
Ivan, I took your recommendation and purchased ThinkTool Pros. I there a secret to using the rear camera of I'm I just missing it. Thanks. BTW, I really enjoy your diagnostic approach and no part fixes. Keep the videos coming.
Many times I've come across the same situation (Nissan's, GM's, etc.) but found myself helpless with the Snap-On VIRUS. Glad to say it won't happen again... Thanks for the "April code" on Amazon and for saving me $150.00...🙂👍
The "ThinkTool/ThinkDiag" folks put out some good stuff. I've got the DIY ThinkDiag and it is now my primary scan tool, and installed (hacked) the software onto my tablet, so I have a "poor man's" tablet-style scanner. Thanks as always, Ivan!
I cleaned both throttle bodies and butterfly position reset and idle relearn on 2012 G37 with 80K. Did not disconnect the wiring harnesses. Quit a bit of timing and footwork but the ecu set everything perfectly. Your tool is great for a professional but it can be done "manually" if one has some auto savvy. I did not have a code but idle was slightly high before cleaning. I would hate to see what the dealers charges for the cleaning and relearn... Throttle seemed a little more crisp.
HEY YOU JIPED US... NO BONUS FOOTAGE????? no on a serial note im going to check out that scan to right now!!!!! thanks for the vid. and the heads up on the scan tool!!!!!!!!
Might be a good idea to disconnect the battery before changing spark plugs or cleaning a throttle body or MAF sensor. I even disconnect the battery on my Nissan Pathfinder when bleeding brakes.
When I cleaned the throttle body on my 2011 Grand Caravan, I was very careful to unplug it, remove it from the car, and to clean it thoroughly with T. B. Cleaner, clean cloths, and swabs. I was careful not to allow the throttle plate to move and thus not disturb the alignment. I was able to get the perimeter of the throttle plate clean with swabs and careful spraying. All back together, idle was spec and it worked as it should.
IAVL Or idle air volume learn. Needs to be performed. Because the carbon was removed from the throttle body now there's extra air going in . Now that's assuming the computer will even allow you to do it. Early Nissan models for whatever reason do not like setting IAVL. I had to change out ECM and throttle bodies to get that to set. And the older altima, they even had a recall to try and fix that . which it never did.
I've always wondered how you liked your launch scanner. You're one of the few UA-cam mechanics to use Launch over Autel and now this one which I've never seen before.
I have the Thinktool Pro I purchased on Amazon. I bought it through Ediag . That seller has answered all of my questions and given me great support . The tool is very fast like Ivan says. It does marry Ford modules. I left a review on Amazon under name Funky Cold....
My car was doing this once the idle was stuck at 2000 rpms not drivable like that. It ended up being two things causing it a bad TPS and MAF both causing issues Idle Air Control was okay but the MAF was reading wrong and keeping the IAC open and TPS wasn’t reading right either so sometimes on acceleration car just stall cause computer could not see throttle input and the wrong MAF readings just screwed everything up
I’ve been watching a lot of your diagnostic trouble shooting videos lately and it seems the Think Tool Pro is your go to scan tool now. I’ve got the Autel Maxsys906bt but I’m liking the format of this Think Tool Pro better from what I’m seeing.
@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics That’s a good thing because that seems to be most of the work that’s showing up at least at my shop. That tool seems to be a more user friendly, a little easier to navigate through. Thank you for your videos. There like watching a mystery movie being solved.
Nissan altima from 2009 until 2012 we have problem with the throttle body idle could you make a video of nissan altima in my country some guys thange a part ECU to fix it its not able to autel or launch or gscan to learn idle adaptation but I don't know about this one( think tools)
I recently got the ThinkScan 609 and it was nothing but problems out of the gate. My first step was to update. Failed with serial communications error (more than one computer). OK, let's try that nifty thumb drive that came with it. Nope, serial number not recognized. So after many back and forth emails, it finally updated. But in the process, I found that ThinkCar and LAUNCH share a common update tool and registration database, perhaps even more. But at one point they said they couldn't verify my device was one of theirs (despite sending a picture of it). Overall, not impressed with the company but the little scanner for around $100 isn't bad. When I asked why it couldn't be updated via USB, their response was that the update program hadn't been updated for USB updates yet. And oddly enough, it's called the "Product Updata" tool. I believe that's the Chinese translation. I'm not ready to invest more money in a company that's apparently selling beta software.
T609 need to update via computer and may spend some little time.Normal,selle will help you fix it if you send serial number. Thinkscan Max and Thinktool Pro support online quick update via WIFI.
It seems like there is some relationship between Launch and ThinkCar but it's not clear exactly what. Certainly ThinkCar seems more focused on actually selling products in North America, Launch has been kind of a disaster in terms of customer service at times.
@@RobertHancock1 my launch Diagun has been an excellent tool so far, does a whole lot and is nicely priced, what i am basically wondering is if the thinkcar does everything the launch is able to do? or more?
I bought one of these recently and it works great on my BMW. But, on my 06 Infiniti G35 it's not seeing any modules except ECM and TCM. It doesn't recognize IPDM, BCM, ETC.. just wondering you came across this?
I'm a non pro and bought the Autel MS906 a few years ago for $1000. It took a while to save up for it, but it was money very well spent. Shops charge on average $100 to diagnose. The bi-directional features make it worth it.
@@RobertHancock1 Thinkdiag OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth, All System Bidirectional scan Tool OE Level Diagnostic Tools with ECU Coding,16+ Service Functions All Software 1 Year Free fits for iPhone & Android
@@RobertHancock1 They do. A little over $100 for the adapter. It comes with a catch. You can only get 1 vehicle bi-directional features for free for 1 year. After that, you lose the bi-directional features. It is $49 a year to use the bi-directional features. That still isn't bad.
@@RobertHancock1 From the company- full system diagnosis + maintenance service + special function + action test + coding), valid for 1 year $39.95/year/model (full system diagnosis + maintenance service + special function + action test + coding) $49.95/year/all models/1 maintenance function (available for all supported models)
I had an 02 Altima 3.5 I finally gave up on. Verus, MaxiDas, Diagun, nothing would do it. I looked like an idiot to the customer. I don’t know where they took it. I think the dealer. But I won’t b cleaning or disconnecting the throttle body on that car again. If the Stink will do that, I’m buying one. Nissans r a pain for some things.
Ivan, not sure about I35, but on G35, you must disconnect the negative battery terminal before cleaning the throttle body. Otherwise you have to do the Idle Re Learn foot dance procedure as shown on the web.
@@bigfoot9445 I think also, if you had a lot of deposits that were removed, the airflow at idle would have changed. I have gone so far as using a wire and polishing both sides of the thottle body. I was extremely careful not deform the butterfly contact area. I also ported/polished/reshaped the upper and lower plenum. Definite Butt dyno gains.
A very handy tool :-D, looks like a baby snapOn tool. It's a shame that car manufacturers keep adding "Special modes" to there cars, repairers having to buy yet another bloody tool :-( They do deserve a good slap with a wet fish :-D (Monty python madness).
Ivan, I feel like I'm in excellent company. I bought a Thinktool Pros last week! First thing I did was a cam/crank correlation. Nice. Still, it isn't cheap and I saved for years thinking Autel or Launch would get my money. I got wind of these at just the right time and liked the ruggedness and warranty. Knowing it's basically Launch software I pulled the trigger. I do all the work on 4 cars + a few others from time to time. Hoping the investment pays for itself in money and time saved. Can't tell you how grateful I am for your videos and other "elite" masters like you. You guys help make the world a better place. Thank you!!!
here here!!
Honestly the tools you use only compliment your knowledge and skill. You have an amazing skill set and vast knowledge of vehicle theory of operation.
Slickly done Ivan. Disappointed we didn't get to look under the hood though! No parts required, naturally...
Computers are narrow minded sometimes. Looked like a simple procedure to fix the idle. Thanks Ivan
Not anymore. Current Nissan Systems make up their own codes.Their learning.
Ivan, I took your recommendation and purchased ThinkTool Pros. I there a secret to using the rear camera of I'm I just missing it.
Thanks.
BTW, I really enjoy your diagnostic approach and no part fixes. Keep the videos coming.
Another fine video. Thanks Ivan.
Hi Ivan Can you Please do a tool review on the thinktool pro.
Yep indeed you can do it manually without the tool but it's a pain
My 06 Frontier has that test. I used it one time after cleaning the throttle plate and bore.
Many times I've come across the same situation (Nissan's, GM's, etc.) but found myself helpless with the Snap-On VIRUS. Glad to say it won't happen again... Thanks for the "April code" on Amazon and for saving me $150.00...🙂👍
Yup Snap-On doesn't like relearning idle on Nissans for some reason lol
@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Yep, Gm's neither, and the reason I had stopped cleaning throttle bodies because of high idle complications afterward.
The "ThinkTool/ThinkDiag" folks put out some good stuff. I've got the DIY ThinkDiag and it is now my primary scan tool, and installed (hacked) the software onto my tablet, so I have a "poor man's" tablet-style scanner. Thanks as always, Ivan!
I cleaned both throttle bodies and butterfly position reset and idle relearn on 2012 G37 with 80K. Did not disconnect the wiring harnesses. Quit a bit of timing and footwork but the ecu set everything perfectly. Your tool is great for a professional but it can be done "manually" if one has some auto savvy. I did not have a code but idle was slightly high before cleaning. I would hate to see what the dealers charges for the cleaning and relearn... Throttle seemed a little more crisp.
Yeah Ivan. Nice scan tool.works really great. Where is the extra bonus videos?
HEY YOU JIPED US... NO BONUS FOOTAGE????? no on a serial note im going to check out that scan to right now!!!!! thanks for the vid. and the heads up on the scan tool!!!!!!!!
"Stop telling me I have to calm down!"
Is that a song on the radio, or the idle circuit?
Might be a good idea to disconnect the battery before changing spark plugs or cleaning a throttle body or MAF sensor. I even disconnect the battery on my Nissan Pathfinder when bleeding brakes.
When I cleaned the throttle body on my 2011 Grand Caravan, I was very careful to unplug it, remove it from the car, and to clean it thoroughly with T. B. Cleaner, clean cloths, and swabs. I was careful not to allow the throttle plate to move and thus not disturb the alignment. I was able to get the perimeter of the throttle plate clean with swabs and careful spraying. All back together, idle was spec and it worked as it should.
IAVL Or idle air volume learn. Needs to be performed. Because the carbon was removed from the throttle body now there's extra air going in . Now that's assuming the computer will even allow you to do it. Early Nissan models for whatever reason do not like setting IAVL. I had to change out ECM and throttle bodies to get that to set. And the older altima, they even had a recall to try and fix that . which it never did.
Nice and easy to do on scanner to reset the idle speed. I like that, wish you can do with simple scanner. Nice video! Many thumbs up
NDIS and a $30 ODBII adapter ;)
@@HallStevenson What is NDIS?
Need that 1080p resolution please. 720p is 6 maybe more years ago.
Thanks Ivan!
Great job, thinktool is really amazing
Good stuff bud
Dayum, and I'm out here resetting my ECU everytime I do something minor to my 99 Montero Sport lol
Hi Interesting test unit? Could you let us know the performance , does it compare with the Varus, It's capabilities and maybe the price?
I really 'think' I might get this tool to replace my OTC. My last update cost me 1/2 of a new Think tool purchase...
Looks like its just a rebranded Launch?
The Think tool looks like a rebranded Launch?
Ivan, I was trying to perform cpk relearn on Accord but didn’t find the option. Does the Thinktool do this.
I've always wondered how you liked your launch scanner. You're one of the few UA-cam mechanics to use Launch over Autel and now this one which I've never seen before.
I have the Thinktool Pro I purchased on Amazon. I bought it through Ediag . That seller has answered all of my questions and given me great support . The tool is very fast like Ivan says. It does marry Ford modules. I left a review on Amazon under name Funky Cold....
1:20 in, ac clutch stuck? relay, hmm,
My car was doing this once the idle was stuck at 2000 rpms not drivable like that. It ended up being two things causing it a bad TPS and MAF both causing issues Idle Air Control was okay but the MAF was reading wrong and keeping the IAC open and TPS wasn’t reading right either so sometimes on acceleration car just stall cause computer could not see throttle input and the wrong MAF readings just screwed everything up
Would the Thinktool work for recoding my 1998 BMW ABS module?
good pm sir from manila how much the price off your thinktool sir thank you ou
I’ve been watching a lot of your diagnostic trouble shooting videos lately and it seems the Think Tool Pro is your go to scan tool now. I’ve got the Autel Maxsys906bt but I’m liking the format of this Think Tool Pro better from what I’m seeing.
The ThinkTool really shines on newer cars with lots of modules...about 2008 and newer :)
@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics
That’s a good thing because that seems to be most of the work that’s showing up at least at my shop. That tool seems to be a more user friendly, a little easier to navigate through. Thank you for your videos. There like watching a mystery movie being solved.
Ivan, I see there is a ThinkTool Pro and a ThinkTool Pros. Do you happen to know the difference?
@@weshawkins7165 Both works similar but Pros has more big size and support connect 24V heavy truck duty module.
Nissan altima from 2009 until 2012 we have problem with the throttle body idle could you make a video of nissan altima in my country some guys thange a part ECU to fix it its not able to autel or launch or gscan to learn idle adaptation but I don't know about this one( think tools)
We have a surging idle. Simular vehicle p0507
Great video. How many scanner do you have now, Ivan 👀👀.
Great video
I recently got the ThinkScan 609 and it was nothing but problems out of the gate. My first step was to update. Failed with serial communications error (more than one computer). OK, let's try that nifty thumb drive that came with it. Nope, serial number not recognized. So after many back and forth emails, it finally updated. But in the process, I found that ThinkCar and LAUNCH share a common update tool and registration database, perhaps even more. But at one point they said they couldn't verify my device was one of theirs (despite sending a picture of it). Overall, not impressed with the company but the little scanner for around $100 isn't bad. When I asked why it couldn't be updated via USB, their response was that the update program hadn't been updated for USB updates yet. And oddly enough, it's called the "Product Updata" tool. I believe that's the Chinese translation. I'm not ready to invest more money in a company that's apparently selling beta software.
T609 need to update via computer and may spend some little time.Normal,selle will help you fix it if you send serial number.
Thinkscan Max and Thinktool Pro support online quick update via WIFI.
Which autel model would you say this scanner is equivalent to? 905, 906bt or 908p?
But why this tool is poor in the special functions test a few things you can tests
Would the ECM eventually learn the correct idle speed, or do you need the tool to set it?
In this case a scanner is required
What's the difference between the Pro and Pro S? thank you
Pros has more big screen and better Hardware Configuration.
Ivan, does your new scan tool support OBD-1? Looks like similar software like the Launch but you weren’t able to communicate with a vintage GM...
For OBD I it's Snap-On only :)
Ivan, Launch based software meaning same software? same company ? or do you recommend one over the other? I have the Diagun
It seems like there is some relationship between Launch and ThinkCar but it's not clear exactly what. Certainly ThinkCar seems more focused on actually selling products in North America, Launch has been kind of a disaster in terms of customer service at times.
@@RobertHancock1 my launch Diagun has been an excellent tool so far, does a whole lot and is nicely priced, what i am basically wondering is if the thinkcar does everything the launch is able to do? or more?
I bought one of these recently and it works great on my BMW. But, on my 06 Infiniti G35 it's not seeing any modules except ECM and TCM. It doesn't recognize IPDM, BCM, ETC.. just wondering you came across this?
Hmm very strange. Never had a problem scanning Nissan cars... Have you tried other scanners on the Infinity?
Awesome
Like one of these tools ,just for my own cars..
What, no BONUS FOOTAGE this time ???? BOO, HISS !!! PS-- Just Kidding !!! 😄😄😄😄
Like #39
Thanks for the video!
stupid question can I mix the GM coolant with the green coolant ? thanks
No don't do it.
a big no, it will turn into a gel or paste
How good is it on GM and Ford ? Will it allow you to change control modules and get them on line with the rest of the modules and the pcm ?
Good stuff.
How's the battery life?
Amazing actually. Can use it all day long and it's still at 70%!
Hi, what do You think : autel vs thinktool?
Thinktool mini with FREE lifetime updates for $350, That's a no-brainer.
@@prmayner „Mini” have similar function?
@@sebczajna700 yes
currently I have Launch Diagun V and I think it is worth buying Thinktool? Any difference?
@@sebczajna700 no difference. only thinktool you can buy add on from website.
Nissan cars seem to very common with idle problems after cleaning the throttle body!
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Maybe that think tool could scan and troubleshoot the gas pipeline computers out in the East Coast. Lol
Great video Ivan. Q: what if you have to install a MAF sensor into this same car you gotta have a scan tool.
I would think you still have to do the idle air volume learn procedure :)
@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Thanks for reply.
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I'd love to have a scanner, but a thousand bucks is hard to come by and probably not wise for the non-pro like me.
I'm a non pro and bought the Autel MS906 a few years ago for $1000. It took a while to save up for it, but it was money very well spent. Shops charge on average $100 to diagnose. The bi-directional features make it worth it.
Looks like ThinkCar makes some Bluetooth-based scan adapters which can do the same kinds of special functions and bidirectional controls.
@@RobertHancock1 Thinkdiag OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth, All System Bidirectional scan Tool OE Level Diagnostic Tools with ECU Coding,16+ Service Functions All Software 1 Year Free fits for iPhone & Android
@@RobertHancock1 They do. A little over $100 for the adapter. It comes with a catch. You can only get 1 vehicle bi-directional features for free for 1 year. After that, you lose the bi-directional features. It is $49 a year to use the bi-directional features. That still isn't bad.
@@RobertHancock1 From the company- full system diagnosis + maintenance service + special function + action test + coding), valid for 1 year
$39.95/year/model (full system diagnosis + maintenance service + special function + action test + coding)
$49.95/year/all models/1 maintenance function (available for all supported models)
I had an 02 Altima 3.5 I finally gave up on. Verus, MaxiDas, Diagun, nothing would do it. I looked like an idiot to the customer. I don’t know where they took it. I think the dealer. But I won’t b cleaning or disconnecting the throttle body on that car again. If the Stink will do that, I’m buying one. Nissans r a pain for some things.
Ivan, not sure about I35, but on G35, you must disconnect the negative battery terminal before cleaning the throttle body. Otherwise you have to do the Idle Re Learn foot dance procedure as shown on the web.
I have followed that method on my G35S and still had to do idle re-learn. It'll be easy next time though, I bought a Thinktool Pros last week!!!
@@bigfoot9445 I think also, if you had a lot of deposits that were removed, the airflow at idle would have changed. I have gone so far as using a wire and polishing both sides of the thottle body. I was extremely careful not deform the butterfly contact area. I also ported/polished/reshaped the upper and lower plenum. Definite Butt dyno gains.
Ok
Nissan!!!!
A very handy tool :-D, looks like a baby snapOn tool.
It's a shame that car manufacturers keep adding "Special modes" to there cars, repairers having to buy yet another bloody tool :-(
They do deserve a good slap with a wet fish :-D (Monty python madness).
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Thank you Ivan, another great video!!!
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