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current probe along with shrouded banana jack connections
allowing one to monitor, measure, and activate circuits on the
vehicle under test.
EV TOOL REQUIREMENTS
Love them or hate them, EVs will need service, and even if
you're already servicing these vehicles, there are some new
tools you may want to familiarize yourself with. As you'll see
below, you'll also need to consider how to address infrastructure
charging complaints as well.
AUTEL - INTELLIGENT EV DIAGNOSTICS FOR
HYBRID AND BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLES (BEVS)
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Autel has recently introduced a new platform that takes hybrid/
BEV diagnostics to a new level. From the diagnostic port, most
hybrids and BEVs have diagnostic info available but in most
cases, that data is limited. Autel's new offering brings forward
a new EV diagnostic capability. Under the New Energy menu,
one has all the modern vehicle scan functions, including the
network topology layout and new battery cell data that can help
with a health assessment. Additionally, the Battery Pack Test
menu includes a high-voltage system block diagram, which
provides guided pathways for the technician to remove the vehicle
connection to the Battery Management System (BMS) and
connect the scan tool to the new EV Diag. Box. This interfaces
directly with power, ground, and communication circuits to
produce a more granular dataset, including battery state of charge,
health, total voltage, pack voltage delta, temperature, and more.
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This information can help the technician gain a deeper
knowledge of the high-voltage battery pack and controls.
EV CHARGER DIAGNOSTICS
The future will likely introduce problems where a vehicle
cannot charge properly, and there may not be anything wrong
with the vehicle. So how can one test a charger to see if it works
properly? Fluke has introduced a new Electric Vehicle Service
Equipment (EVSE) diagnostic tool that can help you analyze
infrastructure chargers.
FLUKE FEV100
This tool can simulate the presence of a vehicle and can
perform various tests on the electrical circuits, including available
voltage, pilot signal, GFCI functionality tests, and test the
various charging states of the vehicle through a selectable knob
on the tool. Additionally, the tool provides two female banana
jack plugs where a properly rated DVOM can be connected for
measurement.
FINAL THOUGHTS
There is no doubt that vehicles will continue to evolve and grow
more complex, presenting the diagnostician with ever-increasing
challenges. Thank goodness we have companies out there
continuing to innovate and bring solutions to the market that
help us save time and receive great returns on our investments.
SCOTT BROWN is an ASE Master Certified L1
Technician and has over 37 years of professional
service industry experience. He is an independent
shop owner in Southern California and is engaged
at various levels within the industry. He has a deep
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understanding of the challenges technicians experience at the service
level and is continuously striving to move the industry forward
through education and networking. Brown found Diagnostic Network
(diag.net) after 22 years of service at iATN, where he retired as
company president in 2018.
sbrown@vehicleservicepros.com
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