{"product_id":"topdon-usa-artidiag500-entry-level-diagnostic-scanner","title":"Topdon Scanner | USA ArtiDiag500 Entry-Level Diagnostic Scanner","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-feature-container\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-feature-continer kd-flex-row-2\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-feature-item kd-prouduct-feature-content\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eTOPDON ArtiDiag500 Entry-Level Diagnostic Scanner\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eMost tools sold at the entry level stop at reading and clearing a code. The ArtiDiag500 carries the full OBD-II mode set instead — including the oxygen sensor test, the on-board monitor test, EVAP system testing and I\/M readiness monitor status — and that is the difference between a tool that tells you a light is on and a tool that tells you whether the car will pass an emissions retest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat matters in a very specific, very common situation. Clear a code and the readiness monitors reset with it; take the car straight to a test station and it fails on incomplete monitors even though the original fault is fixed. A scanner that can show you monitor status tells you when the car is actually ready to go, instead of leaving you to guess and drive it twice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe emissions toolkit, explained\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe OBD-II functions on this tool are read and clear DTCs, live data, I\/M readiness monitor status, freeze frame data, oxygen sensor test, on-board monitor test, EVAP system test (Mode $8) and read vehicle information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze frame\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the operating conditions at the moment a fault was stored — engine speed, load, coolant temperature and so on. A code tells you what; freeze frame tells you when, and when is usually what identifies the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe oxygen sensor test\u003c\/strong\u003e reports the sensor's own performance data rather than making you infer it from live voltages, which is how you separate a lazy sensor from a genuine mixture problem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe EVAP test\u003c\/strong\u003e commands the evaporative emissions system, the source of the single most common and most irritating check-engine light in the fleet. Being able to command it rather than only read its complaints is a real capability at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFour systems, not just the engine\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond generic OBD-II, the ArtiDiag500 performs four-system diagnostics: engine, transmission, ABS and SRS airbag. Coverage is published as 42 vehicle makes. Send us your year, make and model, or your VIN, and we will confirm your specific vehicle is supported before you order — a coverage count in the abstract has never told anybody whether their own car is on the list.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAirbag and ABS access on an entry-level tool is worth calling out. Those are the two systems where a generic code reader gives you nothing at all, and they are also the two systems whose warning lights fail an inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAccess to what the car is actually running\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe tool reads ECU information, so you can identify the module and software actually fitted rather than the one the parts catalogue expects. It displays live data streams and will graph and merge them for analysis, which is how a value that looks fine in isolation reveals itself as wrong relative to everything around it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA built-in DTC look-up library gives code definitions on the tool, so you are not typing a code into a phone with dirty hands. The vehicle history function takes you directly back into a previous session, which is what you want when a car comes back and you would rather see what the tool recorded than trust what you remember.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAutoVIN and the battery voltage monitor\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-touch AutoVIN identifies the vehicle from the vehicle and loads the matching diagnostic software, instead of walking you through four menus and a guess about which engine variant is fitted. Picking the wrong variant is the commonest reason a scan returns confusing results, and AutoVIN removes the opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe battery voltage monitor displays system voltage in real time. That sounds minor and is not: weak batteries and poor earths generate a remarkable share of the electrical faults that get misdiagnosed as failed components. Seeing voltage while you crank or while a module is commanded often ends the investigation before it starts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eReports, updates and support\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiagnostic reports are generated automatically and can be shared by email, which turns a verbal explanation into something a customer can hold. Updates are one-click over Wi-Fi. The feedback function sends a question, with its context attached, straight to online technical assistance from the tool itself. The menu is multilingual.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWill it work in your bay?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOperating voltage is 9–18 V, taken from the vehicle. The lower end is the important end: system voltage drops sharply while cranking, and a tool that reboots at that moment cannot help you diagnose a cranking fault.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe unit is 232 x 126 x 34 mm — 34 mm, or 1.3 inch, thick — and weighs 565 g (19.92 oz), which is a comfortable one-handed tool rather than a tablet you need somewhere to put down. The shipping carton is 272 x 218 x 80 mm, so 80 mm (3.15\") deep, if you are planning drawer or case storage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished working temperature is -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F) and storage is -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F). Note that a truck cab or an unheated bay in a hard winter can sit below the working figure. Where the tool lives between jobs is the owner's call.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe display\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe screen is a 5-inch LCD at 1,280 x 720. On a panel that size that is a genuinely dense display, and density is what decides whether a merged live-data graph is readable or a smear. On an entry-level tool it is the specification most likely to be quietly cut, so it is worth knowing this one was not. The operating system is Android 7.1.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHome mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e who want to know whether a car will pass its emissions test, not just whether a light is on.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSmall independent shops\u003c\/strong\u003e needing airbag and ABS access without a mid-tier tool budget.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsed-car buyers and small dealers\u003c\/strong\u003e running a four-system check and a readiness status in a few minutes on the forecourt.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who has failed an emissions retest on incomplete monitors\u003c\/strong\u003e and does not intend to do it twice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur product information covers the scanner. The carton contents are not itemised in the data we hold and we are not going to guess at a list. If a particular cable or adapter is decisive for you, ask us before ordering and we will confirm it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSystems\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine, transmission, ABS, SRS airbag\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCoverage\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e42 vehicle makes (confirm your vehicle with us)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOBD-II modes\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eRead\/clear DTCs, live data, I\/M readiness, freeze frame, O2 sensor test, on-board monitor test, EVAP (Mode $8), vehicle information\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5-inch LCD, 1,280 x 720\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating system\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAndroid 7.1\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating voltage\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e9–18 V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e34 mm (1.3 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e565 g (19.92 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCarton depth\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e80 mm (3.15\")\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUpdates\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eOne-click over Wi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eApprovals, stated plainly\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe hold no record of an independent third-party listing for this scanner, and we are not going to imply one. For a plug-in diagnostic tool it is rarely a compliance question, but approved-equipment lists do exist in fleet contracts and franchised workshop agreements. If you are bound by one, check this model against it before ordering, and ask us what documentation is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis ships as a parcel to the lower 48 states. Give the carton a proper look before the driver goes; if a corner is crushed or something rattles, write it on the delivery paperwork at that moment rather than signing clean and telephoning later, because the note on the paperwork is what carries a claim. Unbox it the same day and check the connector pins are straight. Delivery to a residential address may add a fee, calculated at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eTOPDON's warranty terms apply, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechanicsuperstore.com\/pages\/warranty-claims\"\u003ewarranty claims page\u003c\/a\u003e explains how to open a claim through us. File the claim before anyone takes the case apart or cuts into the lead — disassembly refuses more otherwise-valid claims than defects do, and the fault will keep until the paperwork is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ArtiDiag500 Scanner is an entry-level diagnostic scanner that provides critical data through an easy-to-use interface that is perfect for beginners. This tool can graph and merge live data streams for a quick and convenient analysis. It can diagnose the most essential vehicle systems and features AutoVIN technology for instant vehicle identification.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-details-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-details-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-details-item\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFour System Diagnostics -  Engine, Transmission, ABS, and SRS Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnostics for 42 Vehicle Makes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccess to ECU Information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReads \u0026amp; Clears DTCs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDisplay Live Data Stream\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOne-touch AutoVIN Technology: automatically identify the vehicle, and match the proper diagnostic software.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVehicle History function: offer direct access to the previous diagnostic procedure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAutomatically Generated Diagnostic Reports can be shared via email\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBattery Voltage Monitor: Displays vehicle battery voltage in real-time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOne-click wireless update via Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDTC Look-up Library for detailed DTC explanation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeedback function for online technical assistance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGraph and Merge Live Data Stream for easy analysis\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eOBDII FUNCTIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead DTCs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear DTCs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLive Data\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eI\/M Readiness Monitor Status\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eView Freeze Frame Data\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eO2 Sensor Test\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOn-board Monitor Test\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEVAP Test (Mode$8)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRead Vehicle Information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-spec-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-spec-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-spec-item\"\u003e \u003ctable border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003eArtiDiag500​\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003eLCD 5-Inch, 1280*720 dpi​\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eOperating system\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003eAndroid 7.1\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eOperating voltage\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e9~18V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e-20℃~70℃ (-4℉~158℉)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eWorking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e-10℃~50℃ (14℉~122℉)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eDimension\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e232*126*34 mm (9.1*5.0*1.3 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003ePackage size\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e272*218*80 mm (10.70*8.58*3.15 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e185 mm(7.28 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"left\" width=\"50%\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"right\" width=\"50%\"\u003e565g ( 19.92oz)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg 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