Video Case Study: 1999 Dodge Avenger Misfire Case Study

This month we have a video case study from “Scanner Danner”. The customer complaint here is an intermittent misfire. No diagnostics trouble codes (DTCs) are stored, but recreating the problem in the shop has been possible. During misfires, fuel pressure remains constant and injector patterns look good. Focus now turns to the ignition system. Please view the case study.

Don’t forget about our competition. To enter navigate to the Case Studies section of our forum and tell us about your investigations and stories when using our products. To improve your chances of being chosen, your submission should have a clear explanation of the task, and include photos and PicoScope screen captures.

Don’t feel your investigations aren't good enough, put them on the forum… you never know!

See our forum for dates and full terms and conditions

Forthcoming Exhibitions and Events

Please see our events page for the latest information about forthcoming exhibitions, courses and other events.

Training Courses

If you own, or are thinking of buying, a Pico Automotive Diagnostics Kit, you mustn’t miss the Professional Diagnostics Ltd Engine Management Diagnostics course. This two-day course introduces the basic working principles of engine management systems, component testing and system diagnostics using oscilloscopes. The course is split between class–based theory sessions and practical demonstrations in a workshop using the Pico Automotive Diagnostics Kit. The course runs several times a year around the UK, and the following dates are currently available: Direct PicoScope Diagnostics Course (Weekend) 20th–21st October Glasgow, Scotland PicoScope Diagnostics Course 23rd–24th October Chester, England Places are limited, so please call 07881 555385 to reserve your place, or visit www.prodiag.co.uk for more information.
Autonerdz, a Pico distributor based in North America, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Training both at their headquarters located in Olympia WA, and online.The following date is currently available: PicoScope Hands On Class 16th November, 2012  4715 Fir Tree Rd SE, Olympia, WA, USA 98501 (Autonerdz Training Center) For further information, or to register, call Autonerdz on 877-628-4899 (Toll Free USA and Canada) or via email.
Diagnostic Solutions, a Pico distributor based in Ireland, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Training in Dublin. Please email colin@diagnosticsolutions.ie for further information. Please contact your local distributor for information on training events outside the UK.

Is it Time to Inspire Technology with Your Automotive Passion?

Do you use technology yet dream of developing it? At Pico Technology you can do just that. You’ll feel valued, appreciated and what’s more you’ll be able to see directly how your efforts make a difference to our customers.

Currently we are looking for the below positions to join our talented team of C# and C++ software engineers:

• Development Engineer — C++ / C# Software Engineer (Automotive diagnostics and testing)
• Development Engineer — Graduate opportunities
• Electronics Technician
• Software Build Engineer

Find details of the above positions, and an online application form at pico.jobs. You will also find our C# / C++ Software Engineers Technical Test online: it could be your first step to an inspiring software design career… so why not have a go? Once you have completed the test simply send us your source code together with your CV when you apply.