What will AutoTech do for me? AutoTech allows you to easily troubleshoot all types of automotive problems. You can also keep service records, calculate purchase and lease payments, and, setup AutoTech so that you will automatically be reminded of needed oil changes, tune-ups, and lube jobs. Why was AutoTech written? AutoTech was primarily written to inform the consumer about the nature of his/her vehicle problem before paying a visit to the local garage. In a broader sense, AutoTech was written to keep all your automotive related headaches to a minimum (eg. everything from buying a vehicle to maintaining and repairing it). Which types of automotive problems will AutoTech help me troubleshoot? AutoTech covers a wide range of things that can go wrong with a car, truck, van, or sport utility vehicle. They are broken down into seven categories... Engine Problems Starting Problems Brake Problems Drivetrain Problems (both manual and automatic transmissions) Suspension Problems Steering Problems Miscellaneous Problems (things like A/C, heating, warning lights, etc.) For a complete list click here. What is the troubleshooting part of AutoTech based on? It is based on numerous interviews with ASE certified mechanics as well as information from dozens of reputable automotive books. How much knowledge of cars is required to use AutoTech? Only a very basic understanding of cars is required (at the most). In many instances, you don't need to know anything about the workings of a car. Does AutoTech cover my particular vehicle? AutoTech covers over 600 of the most popular cars, trucks, vans, and SUV's for the years 1983 - 2008. For a complete list click here. How can AutoTech possibly cover so many different vehicles? AutoTech exploits the general mechanical and electrical workings that are common to all the vehicles it covers. Further, it uses specific information you'll provide when you create a profile for a particular make/model/year. Does AutoTech come with a manual? Yes, both a printed (mini-booklet) and an extensive online manual (ie. it's integrated into the program). The online manual is searchable, cross-referenced, and has every bit of infomation you could ever want pertaining to the use of AutoTech. However, AutoTech is so incredibly simple to use, you probably won't need either its printed or online manuals. Once I purchase AutoTech, how do I get my free updates? The latest updates are always available by download from our tech support page. How do I register AutoTech? Visit our online registration page. What are the system requirements? Either Windows XP, Vista, Me, 98, 95, NT, or 2000. Also, you must have internet access to download your free yearly updates from our tech support page.