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DIAGNOSTIC TOOL WITH PARTS ORDERING SYSTEM

  • US 20150039176A1
  • Filed: 07/31/2013
  • Published: 02/05/2015
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/31/2013
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A diagnostic tool with a part ordering system, comprising:

  • a processor configured to execute computing instructions;

    a connector interface configured to connect with a connector in a vehicle and retrieve vehicle diagnostic data from the vehicle;

    a display in communication with the processor configured to display diagnostic information and part solution information;

    a wireless communication interface in communication with the processor and configured to communicate with a remote device having a database; and

    a memory in communication with the processor, the memory containing instructions, that when executed by the processor causes the processor to;

    retrieve vehicle diagnostic data including diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs);

    generate, on the display, a first plurality of selectable icons corresponding to individual DTCs;

    indicate on the display, if available, the part solution information for at least one DTC;

    generate, on the display, a list of top fixes based on the retrieved DTCs;

    search for the part solution information including availability, price, and a part supplier; and

    generate a second selectable icon configured to allow a user to purchase the part.

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